Rita Konig explores the unique challenge of designing kid’s spaces: rooms that appeal to children and they won’t outgrow tomorrow. “Silly Parent, Good Design Is for Kids”.
Favorite Haunts of Four New Yorkers
The WSJ taps The Star: Chloe Sevigny, The Scribe: Gay Talese, The Chef: Gabrielle Hamilton, The Player: Sean Avery for their favorite NYC shops and restaurants. The Un-tourist in the Journal Concierge’s Insiders Guide.
Tech Fabrics: Neoprene on the Runway
“Scuba Do”: Neoprene is being used for more than wetsuits. The WSJ covers this trend.
Submitting Your Resume Online?
The WSJ offers insights into how resumes are scanned by computer programs. Read more on how to increase your odds in the online application process in the article “Your Resume vs. Oblivion”.
Posted in Careers
Books of Interest: Edward Gorey & Peter Neumeyer
Edward Gorey and Peter Neumeyer, illustrator and writer. These letters provide a wonderful insight into the extraordinary mind of Edward Gorey’s genius. See the WSJ for a review of the book.
Posted in Design
AIGA – 365 | Design Effectiveness
NYC Subway Map Returns to I972 Design Roots
Massimo Vignelli’s original 1972 NYC subway diagram has been updated and digitized for the MTA weekend alerts on service changes. The NY Times chronicles the history of this iconic design that was years ahead of its time.
New CEO at Louis Vuitton
LVMH announced Jordi Constans will be the new CEO of Louis Vuitton, succeeding Yves Carcelle when he steps down in 2012. Read the WSJ article for who is Jordi Constans and what his tenure could mean to brand.
Posted in Fashion
New App: Through Rose-tinted Glasses
Instagram is a filter program for iphone camera option that give your photos some of the special effects of the darkroom, but the content still has to have value. View some before and after versions of the same shots at the WSJ.
An American Style Icon: Millicent Rogers
In “Searching for Beauty” author Cherie Burns chronicles the life of Millicent Rogers, the thrice-married Standard Oil heiress and trend setter. Ms. Burns shares some of the juicer tidbits and style lessongs with the WSJ.
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