Sylki Chair

Gradation, aeration and ergonomics come together in a new piece by POD

Contoured around natural seating postures, the Sylki Chair is the latest furniture design from Brooklyn-based studio POD Design. By considering ergonomics the geometrical chair’s surface features highly specific undulations and indentations designed to enhance comfort while distributing pressure on joints. To reduce waste the chair is molded from a single sheet of laser-cut, 20 gauge (0.9mm thick) recycled metal. Sylki is reported to weigh “less …

L’uomo che Firma il Legno

A rare look inside the studio of master woodworker Pierluigi Ghianda

Pierluigi Ghianda, known to many as the “poet of wood,” has in his career left an indelible mark on the world of design. The master ebonist was born in Brianza, a region that is considered the real factory of the Milanese design—if Milan can be considered the head, Brianza is the hand. His experience in craftsmanship was pivotal for the success of products by Gae …

CH Gift Guide: Customizable Gifts

DIY headphones, custom iPhones and made-to-order boats from the CH Gift Guide

Some people are born with the gift-giving gene—year after year they nail it with pitch-perfect presents for everyone on their list. Whether it comes naturally for you or not, you can still please your nearest and dearest by giving thoughtful gifts with a personal touch. Here, eight customizable selections from Cool Hunting’s 2012 Gift Guide. You can also create a custom wish list in our …