Minimalist Kidswear and Womenswear by MUKU

The Lithuanian design duo on their love of linen and simplicity

MUKU was born in Lithuania about four years ago, when two designers—Mindaugas and Dovile—had their child Agota. Unsatisfied with the children’s clothes found in stores, the new parents made attire for their infant daughter and over time, realized that others might want something similar for their children as well. The muted tones, loose fits for unrestricted movement, carefully placed buttons and natural fiber materials have …

What We See When We Read

An interview with book cover artist Peter Mendelsund on how we uniquely visualize the written word

From nothing but an assembling of letters on a page—strung together into words and sentences—readers craft fragmented visions. This visualization can be powerful enough to illicit the strongest emotions and reactions, experiences in other worlds, deep love for characters. Reading is unlike any other experience, and whether or not we are aware, we see things when we read. Peter Mendelsund, one of the most acclaimed …

Interview: Hayden Cox of Haydenshapes Surfboards

The self-taught designer on working with Alexander Wang and forging his own path

At just 32 years old, Sydney-born Hayden Cox has exceeded in making his mark on the surf industry. With Haydenshapes—his line of performance boards—the self-taught computer programmer, web designer and shaper embodies the spirit of modern surfing. Aesthetically focused yet driven by performance, Cox’s boards integrate innovative materials and design features into unique board shapes inspired by free-surfing’s past. Bypassing the competition-focused design approach of …