Factory Food

An infographic on the nations consuming the most toaster pastries, canned tuna and frozen pizza

Which countries munch Doritos over Kale, and which stockpile canned beans over the bulk variety? Good posits the question in this infographic from The New York Times, which compares global eating habits. It comes as no surprise the U.S. is package-happy, from individually wrapped chocolates to styrofoam-ensconced takeout, while Spain and France run a close second. But China is the true winner of the container …

Welcome Black

Kartell's noir exhibit of classic and new chairs

An exhibition of old and new projects reimagined as totally black icons, Kartell‘s “Welcome Black” exhibition at Fiera District in Milan stands out in contrast to their reputation for strong, shiny color palettes, but proves their mastery over every shade of the spectrum. Among the new products, the Masters chair by Starck Design is an interesting exercise. The shape of the chair was created by …

Fuorisalone 2010: Via Durini

Checking out the shows on Milan's famed design street

Via Durini, a street that has become institution in the Milanese design panorama, still manages to surprise with its many furniture showrooms exhibiting new work. The first revelation is the new Bend Sofa designed by the volcanic Patricia Urquiola for B&B at Fuorisalone. Curvaceous yet monolithic forms give the seating system the look of soft sculpture, creating a deep sense of motion in this particular …