Design Revolution: 100 Products That Empower People

Emily Pilloton's forthcoming book, "Design Revolution: 100 Products That Empower People" drives home the notion that, while going green benefits the environment, the real way to save the planet and ourselves goes beyond just designing biodegradable products and instead involves creating tools for changing the world. Pilloton, former Inhabitat editor who at 26 founded the socially-conscious design firm Products span all-terrain wheelchairs, waterless washing machines, …

Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture

In fashion and art circles alike, the palpable buzz for the September release of " Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture" comes from the French brand's pairing of their coveted insignia with artistic sensibilities. Best embodied in the art handbag, couture collectors continue to hunt for limited editions of the Stephen Sprouse, Richard Prince and Takashi Murakami designs, both for daily use and extended shelf …

The Melbourne Design Guide

by Kara Macleod A clever little book created and edited by industrial designers, The Melbourne Design Guide one-ups most guidebooks. The 450-page flip book teems with current design intelligence from Melbourne’s creative community, making the publication as attractive to design professionals as it is to savvy locals or travelers wanting a different take on the scene. Its twofold construction simplifies what can often be the …