Art of Play

The Art of Curiosity

What do music visionary Brian Eno, kinetic sculptor Theo Jansen, science writer Mary Roach, Mythbust...

Feel Flux

This handheld device seems to defy the law of gravity. Drop the metal ball through the suede wrapped...

Emotional Design: Why We Love (or Hate) Everyday Things

Emotions are inseparable from how we humans think, choose, and act. In Emotional Design, cognitive s...

Kyoto Spinning Tops

This style of fortune-telling top was first introduced almost 1,500 years ago. Today, there is only ...

Frida Kahlo Metal Bookmark

A visual surprise is hidden within this magical bookmark depicting celebrated Mexican artist Frida K...

Lessmore Illusion Bowls

Inspired by the famous Jastrow Illusion, these unique ceramic bowls appear to grow and shrink before...

Ovo Portable Desk Lamp

Reminiscent of a seesaw, this dual-function desk lamp brings playfulness to any setting – with a nod...

Vicious Gardens

Vicious Gardens is the hit card game that combines the joy of gardening with the thrill of being a t...

Midway Gardens Playing Cards

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation has partnered with Art of Play to design a commemorative pack of p...

Eames

The creative duo Charles Eames (1907–1978) and Ray Kaiser Eames (1912–1988) transformed the visual c...

Bird in Cage Puzzle

The aim of this charming wooden puzzle is to free the bird from the cage. Upon first glance, it may ...

Wabi Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets And Philosophers

A small book with enduring perspective. In Wabi-Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosopher...