Arts and Culture

A new generation of creatives is increasingly producing work at the nexus of art and design. A young trailblazer of this movement is Sebastián Errázuriz, who successfully melds elements of sculpture and performance with design. The graphic visual language of Errázuriz, a Chilean now living in New York, plays masterfully with elements of nature and pop culture. The lightness and snea

Today, the most clever brand communication is self-promulgating. Anyone currently working in brand communication is facing fundamental yet compelling challenges. In an age in which we are flooded with information, consumers are becoming more critical and discerning. They are deploying ever finer filters so that only the most relevant pieces of information ever reach them. Because of this develop

The large-format works of the American artist Jen Ray transport their viewers into a surreal universe where Amazonian women rule, militants move across dystopian landscapes, and magic spaces are occupied by rebels and provocateurs. The mystical realism of her images is reminiscent of the worlds created by Alejandro Jodorowsky or Moebius and those featured in traditional Japanese prints and Manga c

Mutabor has developed into one of the most important and creative design agencies in Germany. The company has also made a name for itself internationally with its succinct logos and icons for renowned clients such as the German soccer league, the Bundesliga. Over the years Mutabor has successfully expanded its core expertise into the comprehensive design of interdisciplinary brand presentations. I

The delight with which Frank Höhne draws radiates from each of his illustrations and his strange humor is contagious. His style is idiosyncratic and sometimes childishly na*ve. Höhne admits that "I simply do what I want to do," but he does this so well that he has established himself as one of Germany’s leading illustrators in only a short period of time. His clients include intern

CRAS is a collection of recent work by the Brazilian artist and illustrator Stephan Doitschinoff, who is also known as Calma. His powerful images find their creative cadence at the nexus of urban art and the spirituality of his homeland. Doitschinoff is widely considered to be one of the leading young talents on the Brazilian art scene. His work, which melds the imagery of Latin American folklore

Carsten Nicolai brings art, architecture, and music together in one inventive project. syn chron documents artist and musician Carsten Nicolai’s eponymous project—in analog form as a book and in digital form on an included DVD. The centerpiece of syn chron is a mobile space that simultaneously serves as a body for transmitting acoustics, a resonant room, and projection surface. This sp

The first book of visual identities, photographs, typefaces, books, films, posters, and installations by Akatre. The visual identities, installations, and editorial designs of French design agency Akatre are marked by bold swaths of color, elaborate photographic still lifes, and striking re-appropriations of everyday objects. Zero to Five is the first book to showcase Akartre’s distinctive a

Blank Slate provides graphic designers and advertisers with photographic dummies for the true-to-life and convincing presentation of their corporate designs. Every graphic designer and advertising professional knows the drill. After a logo or corporate design has been created, it needs to be presented and sold to a client. Showing preliminary drafts on paperboard isn’t adequate. In order to

The first book to showcase the personal art of Andrea Ventura, one of the world’s most sought-after commercial artists. The painter Andrea Ventura has become world-famous primarily through his illustrations. His contract work, which is done in an expressionistic and painterly style, is unmistakably original. An impressive client list including publications such as the New York Times, the New

Young Chinese architects are designing compelling alternatives to China's rapid urbanization between tradition and the future. Homecoming presents work by an emerging generation of Chinese architects that uses unique design and working approaches to resist generic mass construction and foreign iconic building. In particular, these architects are offering resistance against the rapid urbanization t

Lorenzo Petrantoni is one of the world’s most sought-after editorial illustrators. This book reveals why. The Italian illustrator Lorenzo Petrantoni melds punk and Victorian styles to create detailed illustrative collages that serve as compelling commentaries on the current state of world affairs. Timestory is the first comprehensive collection of Petrantoni’s striking illustration for

Traditional clothing represents the regions where it is produced along with their cultures and handcraft. Its creativity and longevity is inspiring high fashion designers of today and tomorrow. Traditional clothing is essentially haute couture. Made with high quality fabrics and elaborate workmanship, it embodies cultural heritage and style. Encompassing a surprising variety of garments, it repres

Little brand, big effect: in the age of startups and a new generation of entrepreneurs, corporate design is being redefined through distinctive visual creativity. Never before has there been more enthusiasm surrounding entrepreneurship. Today, young entrepreneurs across the globe are relentlessly developing innovative products and services. Fresh businesses and social initiatives are appearing in

In every segment of retail, countless products compete for our attention. Whether fashion, cosmetics, furnishings, accessories, or gourmet food, the range of goods is overwhelming. Designers and manufacturers are faced with the daunting challenge of setting their products apart to reach their target audiences. The best ones captivate us by telling fascinating stories or creating compellin

It is really astounding that this book is the first comprehensive monograph about the French artist. Perhaps that‘s because OX is such a reserved person who doesn‘t like to talk about his work, but rather prefers to let his work speak for itself. And surely it also has to do with the fact that his art always exists for just a few days. OX, who was born in 1963 in northeastern France in

Whether as a complement to written content or a stand-alone attention getter, illustration is being used more and more often to set prominent accents. Illustrations have become a key component of advertising, communication, reporting, and other media. Because visual storytelling gets messages across more effectively in our age of information overload, illustration is gaining in importance

How can infographics help magazines and newspapers succeed? Francesco Franchi, author of Designing News, answers this question in The Intelligent Lifestyle Magazine. Francesco Franchi is the art director of IL: Intelligence in Lifestyle, the monthly magazine supplement to the Italian daily newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore. From its typography concept to its infographics, its striking editorial design mak

Good stores still exist. In fact, their number is growing. Well-designed specialty shops that are inspired by the small manufacturers and mom-and-pop operations of the past are now sprouting up. These outlets are defying e-commerce and anonymous online shopping with outstanding products, original interior design, innovative concepts, and, first and foremost, friendly and competent custome

A tweed suit, pipe, umbrella, and hat; a large dose of British humor and no sports —well, except for cricket. The Chap is the modern English gentleman, and he’s out to conquer the world. How to be Chap explores the roots of the English gentleman and follows them to the present day. Today’s chaps live according to their own rules —with hats, pipes, and, of course, British h