Founded by David Alhadeff in 2003, The Future Perfect is distinguished by its curatorial focus, which showcases studio-created works alongside one-of-a-kind pieces. Courtesy The Future Perfect The design auctions in June demonstrated the strength of a market that has continued to grow in both reach and value, particularly since the pandemic. Sotheby’s June Design Week … Read more
Bernard Arnault delivers a speech during the opening ceremony of the VivaTech startup and technology innovation fair at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, in Paris on June 17, 2026. Julian De Rosa/AFP via Getty Images Bernard Arnault, CEO of LVMH, built his luxury collection on heritage brands and centuries-old craft concepts. But the 77-year-old … Read more
From French postwar design and American studio craft to ceramics, Tiffany lamps and contemporary collectible design, buyers at Sotheby’s and Phillips pursued rarity in all its forms. Photo: Louis Blancard • Art Digital Studio | Courtesy Sotheby’s On the heels of the $96 million, all-time record-setting Collection of Jean & Terry de Gunzburg – Design … Read more
With lines stretching down Park Avenue on the preview day, TEFAF New York made its triumphant return. Photo: JITSKE NAP For four days, TEFAF brought its unmistakable European flair to New York’s Park Avenue Armory, gathering 90 exhibitors that mounted presentations showcasing everything from modern and contemporary masterpieces to antiques, decorative arts and jewelry. While … Read more
Vending machines, Atelier Simon Weisse, Asteroid CITY. Photo: Richard Round-Turner. © Design Museum Alfred Hitchcock’s idea of ”pure cinema” was based on his education in the silent film era, but you can see its echo throughout his filmography. He believed the film should be enjoyed on mute, because the key images – birds flocking to … Read more
As artificial intelligence commoditizes technology, Sweden’s design-first mentality is emerging as a crucial competitive advantage. Image illustration by Zhang Peng/LightRocket via Getty Images Stockholm produces More unicorns per capita Of star cities like New York or London, second only to San Francisco. Global success stories such as Spotify, Klarna, IKEA, Volvo and H&M were joined … Read more
Communications design has helped normalize the idea that private ambition is vision and that public infrastructure is expendable. Designers have the tools and responsibility to change this narrative. NASA/Michael DeMoker Right now, we’re watching something rare unfold in real time: a true public launch. NASA’s Artemis II program— a government-funded flyby mission that paves the … Read more
Fans’ Voices Heard After Backlash After heavy criticism over last season’s plain NBA Finals courts, the league has decided to restore a beloved tradition. The NBA announced Wednesday that the Larry O’Brien Trophy design will return to center court for the 2026 Finals, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 2025 Finals drew backlash from fans … Read more
Craacker Barrel has cut ties with the design company that created its new controversial slogan and redesigned restaurants. The chain of restaurants started to implement changes but soon reflected the course after a violent reaction online – including President Donald Trump. The company confirmed the division late Thursday in a press release, announcing that it … Read more
(BCN) – The parents of a young Bedmont woman died in Tesla’s crash in Tesla last year a lawsuit against illegal death on Thursday, claiming that the design of the dangerous doors prevented her from escaping from the car. Krysta Tsukahara, 19, was killed on the day before Eid Al -Shukr in 2024 when Cyberrtruck … Read more