Alaska may have the one of the smallest populations in the US (Wyoming takes the #1 spot), but that does not mean there is a lack of design talent. The work of these Alaskan designers is elegant in their simplicity, but there was something else that I can't quite describe. It is as if under the stoic, practical surface, there is something is dark and brooding. Then again, this … [Read more...]
Fullgive Leather
Hailing from Utah, Fullgive's Scott Rawlings quit his day job in 2009 and started making belts in his bedroom. It's not an unfamiliar story for independent designers and, at least for Rawlings, seems to be working out quite well. The Fullgive product line includes an array of beautifully simple, modern-rustic leather goods from stylish knife rolls and unisex messenger bags … [Read more...]
Tesler & Mendelovitch
With wooden clutches that look like portable sculptures, the work of Israeli designers Tesler & Mendelovitch is like having your own personal, and wearable, piece of art. While the design is unmistakably modern and minimal, the geometric design not only adds architectural detail, but makes the clutch flexible and comfortable to hold. Made from a variety of woods, such as … [Read more...]
The State of Design: Alabama
I must admit, I was a just a little nervous starting out with Alabama for The State of Design series. I don't know much about Alabama, but know from experience that you can find excellent design in the most surprising of places. With this in mind, I went to my starting point, Etsy, to look for inspiration. The initial results were a little concerning. I'm not sure how a … [Read more...]
Simple Leather Totes
Not all work bags need to look like you've been spending too much time in accessories aisle at Office Depot. Although some standard work bags have recently had a makeover, most have too much padding and too little style. Most of these simple, modern styled leather bags can fit a laptop - ready for you to work at your local coffee shop in style - but work equally well if you're … [Read more...]