Art of Play

Are We Human? Notes on an Archaeology of Design

The question Are We Human? is both urgent and ancient. Beatriz Colomina and Mark Wigley offer a mult...

News Pocket Puzzle

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Perspective Made Easy

Perspective, the author tells us, is easy; yet surprisingly few artists are aware of the simple rule...

Thunderbolt Spinning Top

The hand-turned Thunderbolt Spinning Top blends ancient technology with modern precision. Carved by ...

Pierre the Maze Detective: The Hunt for the Maze Pyramid

Phantom thief Mr X has escaped Lockmaze Prison, announcing his intention to steal the precious Maze ...

Fingers Mechanical Sculpture

“Fingers" by Nik Ramage is an eternally tapping mechanical copy of the artist’s own hand. At the fli...

Yama Tower: Kyoto-Style Slow Drip Coffee

Made from premium hand-blown borosilicate glass by master glassblowers this tower ensures the highes...

Chess Players

A portrait of the world's most enduring game—and the people drawn to it. Chess Players: From Charlie...

Vintage New York Map Puzzle

Any jigsaw fan is sure to enjoy these beautiful and challenging puzzles inspired by intricate vintag...

Freddie Retro Bluetooth Headphones

Designed for listening, not just hearing. The EQ-002 Wireless On-Ear Headphones from We Are Rewind p...

Tracer Spinning Top

Inspired by a single droplet colliding with a body of water, the Tracer’s design is an evocative ren...

The Unknown Craftsman: A Japanese Insight into Beauty

A timeless meditation on beauty, craftsmanship, and the handmade. In The Unknown Craftsman, Sōetsu Y...