Take 5: Radical Ruggism, Design after Capitalism, MINI Concept Aceman, and More
Tech Editor Gregory Han shares his current obsessions, including a new EV concept from MINI, interior architectural wall treatments, and some totally rad rugs.
1. MINI Concept Aceman
It’s not always necessary to throw out the baby with the bath water when it comes to designs that have attained iconic standards. And the MINI is definitely one of those vehicles that is instantly recognizable even at glance even now numerous iterative generations into its existence. The brand’s newest all-electric MINI Crossover SAV concept hits all the marks in keeping those identifiably MINI-ish qualities, while updating it with some sleek detailing. I mean check out those cool color combinations, many obviously inspired by current interior decor trends. Extra points for its uninhibited funky interior cabin that isn’t afraid to lean into “fun” rather than merely “futuristic.” Bravo, MINI!
2. Design after Capitalism: Transforming Design Today for an Equitable Tomorrow
As someone whose earlier design career first weaved through the video games, then the toy industry, I’m very well acquainted with the essential nature of the collaborative process in designing anything for scale, whether physical or digital. No designer operates as an island unto themselves, especially when quantities are measured in hundreds of thousands. But this cooperative approach tends to be fairly insular, self-contained to designing, manufacturing, and marketing. ...
1. MINI Concept Aceman
It’s not always necessary to throw out the baby with the bath water when it comes to designs that have attained iconic standards. And the MINI is definitely one of those vehicles that is instantly recognizable even at glance even now numerous iterative generations into its existence. The brand’s newest all-electric MINI Crossover SAV concept hits all the marks in keeping those identifiably MINI-ish qualities, while updating it with some sleek detailing. I mean check out those cool color combinations, many obviously inspired by current interior decor trends. Extra points for its uninhibited funky interior cabin that isn’t afraid to lean into “fun” rather than merely “futuristic.” Bravo, MINI!
2. Design after Capitalism: Transforming Design Today for an Equitable Tomorrow
As someone whose earlier design career first weaved through the video games, then the toy industry, I’m very well acquainted with the essential nature of the collaborative process in designing anything for scale, whether physical or digital. No designer operates as an island unto themselves, especially when quantities are measured in hundreds of thousands. But this cooperative approach tends to be fairly insular, self-contained to designing, manufacturing, and marketing. ...
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