Newsletter #61
Mega-brands dominate this week's design news. From KLM to McDonald's, we look at how these big names are turning to design to keep their brands fresh and profiles high. These collaborations also happen to bring a bit of designer celebrity glam into the picture which is always a bonus.
Sense and Stockholm
Ineke Hans was truly honoured to be the guest of honour at this year's Stockholm furniture fair.
Alice in McVillage
Without a golden arch in sight, the McVillage play area designed by UXUS teaches kids (and their parents) to enjoy and experience the magic in food. And yes it's part of a McDonald's restaurant.
Big Shoes to Fill
Masterminded by Amsterdam Worldwide and featuring a giant sneaker once more, the 'Cycle of Life' campaign celebrates Onitsuka Tiger's 60th anniversary following in the footsteps of 'Electric Tiger...
Hella Jongerius for 2009 IKEA PS Collection
As part of the Unicef/IKEA program, Hella Jongerius created three new patchwork wall hangings for the new IKEA PS Collection, based on Swedish animal folklore.
New Brajkovic pieces
London’s Carpenters Workshop Gallery presents new pieces from Sebastian Brajkovic’s Lathe series which rotate between the antique and the new.
Dutch design up in the air
KLM has engaged Dutch designers to keep air travel stylish. The KLM ladies will soon wear new creations from Mart Visser and select passengers from World Business Class will dine from Marcel Wanders-designed tableware.
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