Design

June 11, 2026

Colorful Cat Tree Inspired by a “Blob” Is the Answer to Ugly Feline Furniture

It’s challenging to be a discerning cat parent. You want to ensure that your favorite feline has an enriching life, including the ability to survey their kingdom from a high vantage point. But do all of the cat tree options have to be so lacking? Swedish designer Gustaf Westman doesn’t think so. He’s lending his chunky forms to a fun and functional cat tree that’s anything but boring.

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May 29, 2026

Jeff Koons Unveils Iconic Balloon Dog Reimagined as Limited-Edition Lamps and Speakers

Artist Jeff Koons’ Balloon Dog is getting a miniature reimagining that will liven up any room. Working with Lexon, the French design house founded in 1991, Koons has unveiled eight limited-edition pieces as part of their Chromatic collection. The line includes the Balloon Dog Lamp Chromatic and the Balloon Dog Speaker Chromatic, both in the shape of the artist’s iconic sculpture.

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May 21, 2026

Giant Converse Sneaker Becomes a Massive Graffiti Canvas in Los Angeles

A giant Converse sneaker recently appeared in Los Angeles, turning an ordinary city street into what looked like an interactive public art installation. Covered in layers of graffiti tags and handwritten messages, the oversized shoe quickly caught the internet’s attention. The project was created in collaboration with Mixed Media and imagines the iconic sneaker as a massive graffiti-covered canvas.

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May 15, 2026

Vibrant Stage Design Brings Natural Forms of Mushrooms and Coral Reefs to Coachella

Music festivals wouldn’t be the same without the incredible stages that not only host the artists, but also create immersive experiences for the audience. For Coachella, Los Angeles-based creative studio Do LaB—founded by brothers Josh, Jesse, and Dede Flemming—creates environments that merge art, architecture, and music. Unlike the festival’s main stages, Do LaB’s distinct spaces are more intimate, built around emerging acts and spontaneous performances.

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