Landmark at Queens’ Socrates Sculpture Park

A 30th anniversary exhibition on the waterfront hits full bloom

Occupying a nook of green space along the waterfront in Long Island City, Queens, Socrates Sculpture Park has developed a reputation over the last 30 years for two things. First, the organization behind it (founded by sculptor Mark di Suvero) has acted as an incubator for many well-known artists and provided the outlet for their first large-scale outdoor works. Second, they’ve worked with the local …

The First-Ever Dieter Rams Documentary

There are few names that draw as many design associations as Dieter Rams. The legendary figure of unprecedented imagination altered the world of industrial design. But remarkably, there’s never been a documentary about him or his immense contribution. That can change however, thanks to the efforts of Gary Hustwit, the filmmaker behind design docs “Helvetica,” “Objectified” and “Urbanized.” Hustwit is currently funding the Rams documentary …

House Beer’s Premium Lager Expands East

From a recipe conceived in a Los Angeles garage, to Colorado brewing, the brand lands in NYC

The founders of House Beer aren’t trying to be anything but producers of a tasty, premium lager. The brand, which launched back in 2013, has made a presence in LA where its group of founders reside. Now, however, they’re pushing eastward and a part of that has to do with the reception their product has received so far. They chose to focus on one beer; …