Gary Simmons’ Music Fly-Poster Installation for Culture Lab Detroit

Kicking off the design forum with a large-scale public art exhibition

There’s no denying Detroit’s rich musical history and its global impact on both singers and songwriters. This was one element touched upon when we last attended Culture Lab Detroita multi-day, multi-venue forum on actionable design and creativity in the Motor City. To commence this year’s iteration, artist Gary Simmons has pasted his fly-poster art exhibition, for the first time ever, in a large public space …

The Arrivals Release 3.0

Walking through co-founder Jeff Johnson's background to understand the new collection

Since their 2014 debut, architecturally-driven outerwear and accessories brand The Arrivals has won over consumers for two very distinct reasons. First, they’ve succeeded in delivering functional, minimal silhouettes with unexpected flourishes from incredibly high-quality materials. Second, their direct-to-consumer model allows all of these features to be within reach financially. Despite (or perhaps because of) zero previous fashion industry experience, founders Jeff Johnson and Kal Vepuri …

Architect Soo K Chan’s Understanding of Design

An exclusive video interview with the mastermind behind extraordinary buildings and structures

Across the more than 40 international projects architect Soo K Chan has touched—from public works to resorts, homes and even furniture—a clear design language has been declared that balances a pristine, organized stature with a sense of awe. Chan, the founding principal and design director of SCDA Architects—launched in Singapore back in 1995—takes a holistic approach to all ventures, touching everything from epic facades to …