Why the World Became So Obsessed With William Morris’ Colorful Floral Prints
The British artist’s designs appear on mugs, plates, shoes and more. A new exhibition explores how his signature style became so ubiquitous—and how Morris would feel about his 21st-century legacy
These Are the Building Blocks of Wes Anderson’s Signature Visual Style
Through quirky costumes and model hotels, a new exhibition surveys the director’s unique creative vision—and the work of the craftspeople who help bring it to life
You Can Spend a Night in the Last House Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright Before His Death in 1959
The plans for the RiverRock house in northeastern Ohio were left on Wright’s drawing board when he died. But whether the project counts as a true “Wright” is up for debate
See the New Tartan Pattern Created to Honor Women Accused of Witchcraft in Scotland Between 1563 and 1736
The black, red, gray and pink design honors the thousands of individuals—mostly women—who were persecuted under the Scottish Witchcraft Act
See Lily Gladstone’s Stunning Oscar Gowns Designed by an Indigenous Artist
The two gowns were a collaboration between Gucci and a porcupine quillwork artist. Both are now on display at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian
From Shears to Sweaters, an Experimental New Exhibition Examines the Long, Wooly Relationship Between Humans and Sheep
The Amsterdam show features an eclectic mix of wool garments, life-size sheep replicas and philosophical musings about the interconnectedness of the two species
George Orwell Gets His Own £2 Coin Featuring an All-Seeing Eye
Inscribed with quotes from “Nineteen Eighty-Four,” the Royal Mint’s latest release honors the author on the 75th anniversary of his death
If You’re Nostalgic for Nokia, See the Devices That Defined ’90s Cellphone Design in a New Online Archive
The iconic brand’s mobile phones were pop culture mainstays. Soon, a new online archive will bring together thousands of documents, early models and design concepts
See These Ornately Decorated 18th-Century Clocks Before Time Runs Out
An exhibition in London is highlighting a collection of Baroque timepieces designed by the renowned Parisian craftsman André-Charles Boulle
What Is Mocha Mousse, the First-Ever Shade of Brown Chosen as Pantone’s Color of the Year?
The 2025 hue is an “evocative soft brown” that was selected to suggest the rich flavor of a piece of chocolate or a cup of hot coffee
See What Happened When One Museum Asked Artists to Define ‘Home’
The Smithsonian Design Triennial presents 25 commissions that explore the physical and conceptual ideas of shelter and refuge
Frank Lloyd Wright Designed His First Prairie-Style House When He Was 26. Now, It’s for Sale
The young architect created the Winslow house for a couple living in a suburb of Chicago in 1893. The project would help launch his independent career
How Tyrus Wong Spent 106 Years Making the World More Beautiful
The Chinese American artist left a breathtaking legacy that ranged from fine art to Disney movies to Christmas cards
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Only Skyscraper Is Heading to Auction
Price Tower is one of three Oklahoma buildings designed by the renowned American architect
Why the Eiffel Tower Has So Many Copycats
Replicas have popped up around the globe for decades, showcasing the design power and cultural significance of the world-famous French landmark
From Corsets to Singlets, the Olympics Have Driven the Evolution of Women’s Sportswear
The bold choices of female athletes like Serena Williams have pushed brands, including Nike and Speedo, to produce better gear
How Do You Rest in a Culture of Overwork?
A showcase of Black artists displays the restorative power of relaxation, and defines what it means to reclaim time
Men’s Shirts Button on the Right. Why Do Women’s Button on the Left?
Nobody knows for sure, but plausible theories include swords, servants and saddles
Spend the Night in the Musée d’Orsay’s Clock Room on the Evening of the Olympics Opening Ceremony
Airbnb will allow two travelers to book a one-night stay in the storied Paris museum, where they will watch the ceremony from a balcony overlooking the Seine
These Women Were the Real Geniuses Behind the Iconic Tiffany Lamps
A chic light fixture reveals how female designers remade the Tiffany brand—and went largely uncredited for nearly a century
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