Mogo by Focal Upright

A portable, upright travel seat for active sitting

At only two lbs., furniture maker Focal Upright’s new Mogo seat is fully collapsible, entirely portable and—perhaps surprisingly—downright comfortable. It goes from transport mode to standing position in two easy steps, transforming from a light and tiny attached two-piece set into a chair. Its adjustable height pole allows for setting the right position and its base has a reversible nub for variations in hard and …

Patricia Urquiola: Time to Make a Book

The Spanish designer's first monograph celebrates her eclectic, experimental style

Championed for her eclectic eye and design style, Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola is one of the most sought-after minds in contemporary design. To offer a comprehensive look at her expansive portfolio of architectural projects and product designs, Rizzoli recently published Urquiola’s first monograph, “Time to Make a Book.” The charmingly titled tome presents prototypes, process images and sketches alongside polished studio imagery of her most …

Cool Hunting Video: Nakashima

Behind the scenes at the serene studio of an American design legend

In a secluded part of the quaint town of New Hope, PA, we came upon the nearly 70-year-old property of the Nakashima furniture company. The Nakashima’s nine-acres of land houses every stage of the production process: From two massive lumber sheds, to the design studio, to the several workshops dedicated to the meticulous construction of each piece of furniture painstakingly executed by hand. Talking to …