Maison & Objet 2018: Playing With Cities

A selection of games and decor that bring iconic metropolises home

From street signs to familiar buildings, color palettes, bridges and more, many cities around the world are instantly recognizable through their iconic visual components. At this year’s Maison & Objet, we found several ways in which designers are bringing these big cities into homes beyond the traditional souvenir. From card games to puzzles and decal-style artworks, here are a few ways to fit familiar skylines …

Land Rover’s Limited Edition Defender Works V8 Reintroduction

The iconic vehicle's fastest and most powerful version

Limited to 150 vehicles, Land Rover is celebrating its 70th anniversary by reissuing the Defender Works V8. Land Rover Classics will produce the collector’s edition machines, though the power and speed will be a true reflection of present day capabilities. The 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated petrol V8 powertrain will grant the beast a boost from 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds, and a top speed of 106mph. Among other …

Celebrate the North with Askov Finlayson for Target

Both brands unite for a limited edition winter collection

Celebrating their beloved North, Askov Finlayson and Target (both founded and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota) have teamed up for a limited edition winter collection featuring all kinds of goods to keep you warm. Available in 38 Minnesota stores and online, this collection makes perfect sense: Askov Finlayson founders Eric and Andrew Dayton’s great-great-grandfather, George Draper Dayton, founded the store which went on to become the …