Yes We Can: debating the future of American design

Yes We Can: debating the future of American design

A recent panel discussion at Washington DC’s International Design Festival got to grips with the somewhat provocative question, “What Happened to American Design?”, the implication being it doesn't enjoy the singular, coherent identity of other national design cultures. Here, journalist and panel moderator David Sokol outlines and extends the debate. Read
Milan 2013: Design Hones its Craft at Brera Design District

Milan 2013: Design Hones its Craft at Brera Design District

Looking, now more than ever, for ways of adding value to its products, there’s a renaissance of craft-based thinking within design manufacturing taking place. Where better to see this trend presented and discussed than in Milan’s leading design quarter, Brera, which has long been the cradle of artistic expression and craftsmanship?
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Milan 2013: The Ultimate Photo Tours

Milan 2013: The Ultimate Photo Tours

No one provides you with as an exhaustive and detailed photographic coverage of the annual Milan Furniture Fair as Architonic. On this we pride ourselves. If you weren't able to make it to the 2013 edition of the mother of all design trade fairs, fret not – here you'll find links to image galleries for the Salone, Euroluce, the SaloneUfficio and the SaloneSatellite.
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Lux Redux: Euroluce 2013 – Part I

Lux Redux: Euroluce 2013 – Part I

We may live in somewhat gloomy times, but this year’s confident edition of Euroluce – the biennial international lighting showcase at the Milan Salone del Mobile – shone brighter than an old-fashioned 100-Watt light bulb.
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Go West: Architonic strengthens its presence in North America

Go West: Architonic strengthens its presence in North America

With an expanded North American sales team, a bigger presence at this year's ICFF in New York, and two brand-new apps – 'Best American Design Brands' and 'Best Canadian Design Brands' – Architonic has gone all transatlantic.
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