Something Good

A look at how one young studio views the future of Italian design, as seen during Milan Design Week 2014

While the “Made in Italy” moniker may not mean quite what it used to, Italian design is still alive and well. And, thanks to forward-thinking design groups like Something Good, it’s becoming more responsive to reoccurring themes in contemporary design—though the internet may be partly responsible here. The young concept brand prides itself on being part of the new generation of Italian design by creating …

Marine Layer Clothing

Spending a year and $40,000 to figure out the formula for the perfect comfy T-shirt

When Mike Natenshon’s girlfriend accidentally threw out his favorite T-shirt—perfectly soft from years of wash and wear—he underwent a long series of experiments to replicate that worn-in comfiness right off the rack. And, while the former investment banking analyst says it took “a year and $40,000 in credit card debt to get our fabric set and the first run of shirts made,” the result is …

Interview: Marc Newson

The acclaimed Australian designer on his collaboration with Safilo and how all design is problem-solving

Recently, we reported on the launch of a new collaboration between Safilo and acclaimed Australian designer Marc Newson, meant to celebrate 80 years of activity for the historic Italian eyewear company. At Milan Design Week, we had the honor to talk to Newson himself. In a totally white space filled with light, in the historic halls of La Triennale, the designer spoke about manufacturing processes, …