Isaora + Meyerhoffer

Two innovation-obsessed designers create a collection of detail-oriented surf gear

Known for striking a balance between high-tech materials and minimal, modest design in what seems to be the most aesthetically pleasing way possible, NYC’s Isaora has been on our radar for a few years now. Recently, their keen eye for like-minded designers drew Isaora to renowned designer Thomas Meyerhoffer. If the Meyerhoffer name doesn’t ring a bell, the companies he’s worked with during his storied …

Cool Hunting Video Presents: Bally Technologies

We explore the fascinating design and innovation behind slot machines, one of the world's most unknown industries

Slot machines—games of purely random chance—are often seen as mechanical gambling devices and not much more. During a visit to Las Vegas we had the opportunity to dig a little deeper with Bally Technologies‘ Director of Game Development, Brett Jackson. He offered some insight into the surprisingly complex innovation, psychology and design behind the slot machines that illuminate so many casino floors.

Interview: Das Monk

We speak with the artist collective's founder on the search for art and photography

Born in the bright streets of Sydney, Australia in 2007 by designer Marc Hendrick, Das Monk artist collective puts great designs on quality T-shirts. At first a one-man operation, Hendrick soon brought his sister Brooke on board to help promote work with their favorite artists. While Marc still jokes of firing her almost weekly, the art enthusiast duonow based in LAhave made what could have …