Eight Emperors

Sculptural paper cuts and wood objects inspired by sailing

Eight Emperors is a stunning new collection of handmade works from Ann Arbor-based husband-and-wife team Matthew Shlian and Thea Augustina Eck. Walking the line between art and design, the pieces range from intricately cut and folded paper sculptures to palm-sized objects crafted from local, fallen lumber—and Shlian tells us ceramics are coming soon. Continuing his mastery of paper engineering—evident in his Aleatoric Series from earlier …

David Weeks

The designer debuts rugs and his latest lighting collection

For the last few months, new work by designer David Weeks have been on display at the Ralph Pucci showroom in New York. In addition to his latest lighting series, the new pieces include his first collection of carpets, created with renowned rug maker Christopher Farr. To conceive of the carpets’ patterns, Weeks focused on the shapes that have become integral to his design practice, …

CH Gift Guide: Workout Turkey

Tools to fuel your favorite athlete's active lifestyle

Everyone has that person in their life that just can’t keep still. They run, bike, ski or swim while we just marvel at their seemingly unlimited energy. This year, show your support for your favorite swimmer, yogi, skiier, jock or gym rat by giving them the gift that keeps them going. Here, a selection of sport-related picks from our 2012 Cool Hunting Gift Guide. NSP …