Design

March 30, 2026

Designer Reinvents the Classic Ruler With Playful, Winding Measurements

Simple but brilliant, the ruler is one of those indispensable tools we’ve all used. Without it, our world would be far less measured and a lot less exact, but this rigid precision leaves little room for play and spontaneity. Inspired by this idea, product designer Tomas Kral reimagines the everyday tool with the Way ruler. The Way ruler—made from anodized aluminum—features clear, functional markings along its edge, just like a traditional ruler.

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March 14, 2026

Pharrell Williams Dips Into Architecture for Louis Vuitton A/W 2026 Menswear Show

Over the last couple of decades, Pharrell Williams has gone beyond music to immerse himself in fashion and design. Since 2023, he has served as Creative Director for Louis Vuitton Menswear. Now, his latest endeavor has seen him dip his toes into yet another realm: architecture. As part of the Autumn/Winter (A/W) 2026 runway show, he collaborated with Not a Hotel to bring a “timeless future living concept” named DROPHAUS to life.

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March 6, 2026

DIY Butterfly Cardigan Invites You To Crochet Your Own Pair of Wings

If you’ve ever marvelled at the beauty of a butterfly’s wings, this crochet cardigan pattern lets you create a pair of your own. It was designed by Binh Wu of Biyabimi, who creates a wide range of charming crochet accessories using colorful yarn. Inspired by the monarch butterfly, Wu’s two-tone design features veined patterns and dotted borders. But you don’t have to stick to the monarch’s classic orange—any yarn colors will work.

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