Song of the Car: 1988 Dodge Diplomat

Rolling around the streets of New York to the sound of TV on the Radio's "Happy Idiot"

A car is the ultimate statement piece. Cars say something about the people who drive them—whether their taste veers toward luxury makes that boast performance credentials, modest and reliable “safe” cars, or a more distinctive brand of classic ease. There’s no better place to make a statement than in car-cluttered Manhattan. So in the spirit of good fun, a bit of nostalgia for old New …

Infographic Designers’ Sketchbooks

A rare look inside the process of data visualizations in this in-depth tome

Designing compelling and informative ways to communicate raw data has never been more pertinent. In light of the ceaseless thirst for information brought on by the digital age (along with the multitude of access points for such information) the wealth of rich infographics produced today is nothing short of astounding. Taking into account the balance of design, art, science and mathematics these graphics demand, the …

The Japanese Wetsuit by Vissla

The premium suit made from limestone-based materials blends performance with sustainability

A necessary investment for surfers and anyone braving frigid waters, wetsuits have undergone serious improvements of late in terms of functionality, warmth and sustainability. In tune with Patagonia’s plant-based wetsuit, the team at Orange County-based Vissla have announced a new Japanese Wetsuit, handmade from a 100% limestone polychloroprene. Partnering with premium Japanese wetsuit-maker BeWet, the celebrated company sources limestone from nearby Mount Kurohime, bringing millions …