History of sneaker explored in “Out of the Box: The Rise of sneaker culture”

The Bata Shoe Museum (Toronto) announced the opening of the first north American exhibition that will explore the history of sneaker culture. Opening to the public on April 25, 2013, “Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture” exhibition  designed by famed industrial designer Karim Rashid features over 120 sneakers representing the past 150 years. Highlighting … Read more

Ron Arad x pq eyewear. new idea in the world of glasses

Israeli designer and artist Ron Arad, one of the first designers to work with 3D printing in 1999, has unveiled at 2013 Milan Design Week/ Salone del Mobile Milano his latest PQ eyewear collections of sunglasses made using selective laser sintering. The “Springs & Swings” eyewear collection incorporates seven new styles all with a pliable, lightweight … Read more

Goring Hotel awarded with the ‘Oscars’ of the tea world

Top London Afternoon Tea Awards 2013 Best afternoon tea service in London: Goring Hotel awarded for outstanding tea service The best place for afternoon tea in London was announced by The Tea Guild, the British authority which announces the annual award described as the ‘Oscars’ of the tea world in the UK. The cream of … Read more

Writing the history of light: Baccarat Highlights 2013

Brightness, incandescence and sparkle take Baccarat to new heights. Baccarat revealed the new lighting and home collections with a special exhibition celebrating the French Art de Vivre at the Palazzo Morando during Milan Design Week 2013. From the Eiffel Tower at dawn to the sun setting over the Paris Opera, “Baccarat Highlights 2013” exhibition showcases … Read more

From Nature to eco-friendly Armani/Casa

“Eternal, infinite and powerful, seemingly simple yet always producing different paths,” this is how nature is perceived and described by designer Giorgio Armani. Derived from the Latin word natura, or “essential qualities, innate disposition”, nature word in ancient times, literally meant “birth”. Inspired by the emotions transmitted by the purity of nature, the new Armani/Casa … Read more