Engaging Beer Can and Bottle Design

Six interesting approaches to branding from Japanese cat brew to limited edition Guinness

While the following beers were vetted by taste first, something continued to please the team here at CH: the way they were presented. Whether it’s curious art, exquisite fonts or just clean, classic branding, the following six beer companies struck our collective fancy. Even though one shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, the packaging of these brews definitely offers insight on what you’ll find …

Czech-Designed Master & Master Furniture

Minimal, practical pieces that don't sacrifice aesthetics for function

Prague-based furniture producer Master & Masterfounded in 2013 by graphic designer Ondej Zita and furniture-maker Ludk tejglcreates minimalist pieces that are thought up by young Czech designers. With a focus on long-lasting materials and function, each piece is made to be practical without sacrificing aesthetics. “After my study of graphic design at UMPRUM in Prague I was not really satisfied with the jobs and problems …

The Aftermath of 40 Days of Dating: The Book

The duo behind the experiment are spreading cheer this Valentine's Day weekend by hiding cash and dating tips around NYC

While NYC-based designers and friends Jessica Walsh and Timothy Goodman completed their experiment “40 Days of Dating” last summer, devoted readers (into the millions) who followed every bit of documentation are all dying to know: what happened next? (Spoiler alert: Walsh found the right person on OKCupid and married him last month.) The two thoughtful guinea pigs have expanded their short-term project into a detailed …