Baked Granola

by Karen Day

Normally bakeries aren't run by two guys formerly in the advertising industry, but Baked isn't a normal bake shop either. The Brooklyn dessert destination houses cakes like "Sweet & Salty!" and "Oopsy Daisy," "Monster" cookies and giant marshmallows, leaving us thinking guys should bake more often.

While we'd love to bask in the glory of these rich, delicious desserts everyday, it's likely best they're left for the occasional treat. Instead, we opt for Baked's all-natural granola. Obviously granola is no chocolate brownie, but we promise their Chocolate Blend granola will more than satisfy any sweet tooth and will also leave your body and brain feeling extra happy. It doesn't take chocolate to spruce up Baked's granola though; their House and Mountain Blends are just as appealing, both stacked with honey, oats and a variety of nuts and spices.

Stop by their shop in Red Hook, or their recently-opened second location in Charleston, South Carolina for a mouth-watering dessert or shop their selection of online goodies.

The granola is $6.50 per bag and also available from Baked's online shop.

Rocawear Mobile RocPopShop

by CH Contributor

by Tamara Warren

Taking the temporary retail concept to a mobile level, Jay-Z recently collaborated with architect David Ashen of D-ash on a tricked-out trailer to house the Rocawear line.

While Jay-Z handles the music, D-ash's RocPopShop is all about taking the Rocawear label to new levels—the pop up shop's upscale interior outfitted with mohair sofas, suede walls, custom zebra wood cabinetry, a 46-inch flat screen TV, stereo system and a custom gaming zone, is designed to transport the customer into the Jay-Z and high-end Rocawear lifestyle. As part of a campaign to present the Rocawear lifestyle in a slinky setting and to upswing the profile of Jay-Z's brand, the mobile lounge showcases the new premium line of apparel for Rocawear.

Ashen was brought on the scene to create the 50-foot traveling lounge especially for his unique ability to extend a brand, embrace a concept and make it come to life. While he usually specializes in bars, event spaces and nightclub design, D-ash has a firm grasp on innovative design combined with functionality, which is evident in RocPopShop's relaxed yet fully stocked interior.

Catch a glimpse of the luxury trailer as it makes its first stop later this week in Jay-Z's hometown of Brooklyn (details below) before stopping at Jay-Z concerts and other events throughout the country.

RocPopShop
16 April-3 May 2009, 10am-9pm
Pacific Street and 5th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217 map

More images after the jump.

Tokyo Fiber 2009: Senseware

by CH Contributor

by Kori Schulman

Talent meets technology at the second Tokyo Fiber exhibition since 2007. Senseware, a title that refers to materials that inspire creativity, features the stunning possibilities of Japanese artificial fiber technology. A mix of architects, designers, manufactures and artists make use of new fibers in inventive and unexpected ways, giving us all a glimpse into what the future of fiber holds.

Nendo/Asahi Kasei present a paper lantern that blows up like a balloon with the material Smash, a highly thermoplastic non-woven fabric.

Water Logo '09 uses the material Monert to spell out the exhibition theme in water droplets. The fibers are treated with an ultra-water-repellent coating at the nano level to completely repel drops of water.

Kengo Kuma/Mitsubishi Rayon Co. create light-penetrable concrete for communicating with the outside using Eska, a luminous optical fiber made with plastic.

Kashiwa Sato/Toyobo use Breathair, a highly-elastic coiled cushion material that is 95% air, to make soft children’s blocks that capture air in three dimensions.

Tokyo Fiber ’09
Sensware
22-27 April 2009
La Triennale di MIlano
Viale Emilio Alemagna, 6
20121 Milano map
tel. +33 46 10 07 07

Lost at E Minor Logo Contest

by Lost At E Minor

They say a change is as good as a holiday. In Lost At E Minor's case, a new logo is only as good as the designer who creates it, so the website's turning it over to you to shape the look of the new Lost At E Minor logo. They're looking for a logo that encapsulates everything that it stands for: discovery, creativity, and artistry, all rolled up into a design which is fun, fresh and readable. Yes, readable! The designer that creates the winning Lost At E Minor logo, as judged by their editing team, will have that logo splashed across all Lost At E Minor products, will receive a prominent credit on the site and will be handed a cash prize of $400.

So this is what you need to know: the logo must be rendered in various output formats, be clean, simple, pared back yet fresh and compelling. The rest is up to you. Send your finished Lost At E Minor logo via the submit form on their site. All submitted logos will be posted under the original post and will rely on the feedback from their readers to make the decision on which one to go with, so every entrant gets some exposure. Entries close 8 May 2009 and the winner will be announced on the site shortly after that.

To enter, send your completed Lost At E Minor logo via the Submit form on the Lost At E Minor site.