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I.D. Design Cast: Injecting Play into the Design Process
(29 September 2009) - Inaugurating a series of live online videos—redubbed design casts—hosted by I.D. Magazine, " tomorrow Loosen Up: Injecting Play into the Design Process" continues the discussion started in their current issue about the role of play in the design process in a web browser near you starting at 4pm. Rinat Aruh and Johan Liden of NYC–based design group Aruliden will moderate the live webcast, bringing...
(29 September 2009) - Inaugurating a series of live online videos—redubbed design casts—hosted by I.D. Magazine, " tomorrow Loosen Up: Injecting Play into the Design Process" continues the discussion started in their current issue about the role of play in the design process in a web browser near you starting at 4pm. Rinat Aruh and Johan Liden of NYC–based design group Aruliden will moderate the live webcast, bringing...
Woofer
(26 August 2009) - As Twitter continues its indefatigable march towards digital brevity by limiting us to a scant 140 characters per dispatch, a parody website developer invites us to try something else entirely with their 1,400 character minimum version called Woofer. The results range from my not-so-thoughtful screed to the downright lazy cutting-and-pasting Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. Woofer carries no affiliation with Twitter in any way—a fact...
(26 August 2009) - As Twitter continues its indefatigable march towards digital brevity by limiting us to a scant 140 characters per dispatch, a parody website developer invites us to try something else entirely with their 1,400 character minimum version called Woofer. The results range from my not-so-thoughtful screed to the downright lazy cutting-and-pasting Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. Woofer carries no affiliation with Twitter in any way—a fact...
Personas Online Data Portraits
(18 August 2009) - Gleaning information from the internet and using algorithms to process it, Aaron Zinman's Personas project creates a color-coded map of online identities. The experiment in data visualization works like a conceptual Google, distilling what's on the web into a DNA-inspired strip with varying degrees of accuracy. Those with strong web presences and more unique names will find the game most rewarding, while a few...
(18 August 2009) - Gleaning information from the internet and using algorithms to process it, Aaron Zinman's Personas project creates a color-coded map of online identities. The experiment in data visualization works like a conceptual Google, distilling what's on the web into a DNA-inspired strip with varying degrees of accuracy. Those with strong web presences and more unique names will find the game most rewarding, while a few...
Summer Sexy Online Benefit Exhibition
(12 August 2009) - Another season of the charitable virtual exhibition Summer Sexy is underway, bringing together a collection of of titillating works from contemporary artists selected by curators, other artists, collectors and "people who should know"—all proceeds of sales go to a variety of noble causes. Regular updates to the ongoing sale through 7 September 2009 make it easy to lay claim on some of the hottest...
(12 August 2009) - Another season of the charitable virtual exhibition Summer Sexy is underway, bringing together a collection of of titillating works from contemporary artists selected by curators, other artists, collectors and "people who should know"—all proceeds of sales go to a variety of noble causes. Regular updates to the ongoing sale through 7 September 2009 make it easy to lay claim on some of the hottest...
Cool Hunting Video on Babelgum
(07 August 2009) - We're pleased to announce the recent launch of Cool Hunting Video's own channel on Babelgum. Combining the full-screen video quality of traditional television with the interactive capabilities of the Internet, Babelgum offers professionally produced, on-demand programming to a global audience. The channel adds to CHV's other outlets, iTunes, Zune Marketplace, YouTube and, of course, our site. We're excited to be featured on Babelgum's Metropolis...
(07 August 2009) - We're pleased to announce the recent launch of Cool Hunting Video's own channel on Babelgum. Combining the full-screen video quality of traditional television with the interactive capabilities of the Internet, Babelgum offers professionally produced, on-demand programming to a global audience. The channel adds to CHV's other outlets, iTunes, Zune Marketplace, YouTube and, of course, our site. We're excited to be featured on Babelgum's Metropolis...
Culture Label Online Store
(05 August 2009) - A depot for hundreds of quirky items available from galleries and museums (mostly in the U.K.), Culture Label is a boon for those who've never been to Britain—or who didn't have the time, energy, money or foresight to plunder its gift shops at the time. Visit the Tower of London and forget to buy your Anne Boleyn knickers ? No problem. Snooze on London's...
(05 August 2009) - A depot for hundreds of quirky items available from galleries and museums (mostly in the U.K.), Culture Label is a boon for those who've never been to Britain—or who didn't have the time, energy, money or foresight to plunder its gift shops at the time. Visit the Tower of London and forget to buy your Anne Boleyn knickers ? No problem. Snooze on London's...
thisMoment Social Networking Site
(24 July 2009) - Encouraging more meaningful interaction than status updates, social networking site thisMoment allows you to create a timeline of your life—adding photos, videos and feelings in an easily navigable format. We recently had a chance to catch up with thisMoment partner Ankarino Lara, who told us more about the site. Cool Hunting: What inspired you to look at life in terms of moments? Ankarino Lara:...
(24 July 2009) - Encouraging more meaningful interaction than status updates, social networking site thisMoment allows you to create a timeline of your life—adding photos, videos and feelings in an easily navigable format. We recently had a chance to catch up with thisMoment partner Ankarino Lara, who told us more about the site. Cool Hunting: What inspired you to look at life in terms of moments? Ankarino Lara:...
Significant Objects
(13 July 2009) - Drawing on the rich sense of history of thrift store objects, Rob Walker and Joshua Glenn founded SignificantObjects.com. The site is a collaborative experiment pairing cheap thrift store/yard sale finds with creative writers who create a unique personality for it. Items include cat figurines printed with chilis (above left), ceramic hot dogs (above right), smiling coffee mugs and buttons lauding professional "necking." These random...
(13 July 2009) - Drawing on the rich sense of history of thrift store objects, Rob Walker and Joshua Glenn founded SignificantObjects.com. The site is a collaborative experiment pairing cheap thrift store/yard sale finds with creative writers who create a unique personality for it. Items include cat figurines printed with chilis (above left), ceramic hot dogs (above right), smiling coffee mugs and buttons lauding professional "necking." These random...
Interview with Erik Madigan Heck of Nomenus Quarterly
(29 June 2009) - by Laura Neilson In 2007, 23-year-old Erik Madigan Heck founded Nomenus Quarterly with the kind of arrogant fervor that only someone at that age could pull off. And perhaps it was that very same aplomb that made the multifaceted art and fashion publication so notoriously successful. Just one glance at the archives' roster of featured artists, designers and contributors, including Dries Van Noten, Helmut...
(29 June 2009) - by Laura Neilson In 2007, 23-year-old Erik Madigan Heck founded Nomenus Quarterly with the kind of arrogant fervor that only someone at that age could pull off. And perhaps it was that very same aplomb that made the multifaceted art and fashion publication so notoriously successful. Just one glance at the archives' roster of featured artists, designers and contributors, including Dries Van Noten, Helmut...
PaperlessPost.com x CH Special Offer
(12 May 2009) - Started by brother and sister duo Alexa and James Hirschfeld, the two set out to create a new online service that has made online invitations better through design. PaperlessPost offers a well designed experience to create and manage tastefully designed invitations, including RSVPs and ticketing. Recipients get an envelope in their email that opens when clicked on, unveiling the invitation. While not quite the...
(12 May 2009) - Started by brother and sister duo Alexa and James Hirschfeld, the two set out to create a new online service that has made online invitations better through design. PaperlessPost offers a well designed experience to create and manage tastefully designed invitations, including RSVPs and ticketing. Recipients get an envelope in their email that opens when clicked on, unveiling the invitation. While not quite the...
Backblaze Online Backup: Mac Beta Access
(06 January 2009) - Perhaps the most intuitive backup solution on the market, Backblaze launched last September as an online data storage center emphasizing simplicity at a reasonable—if perpetual—price. While initially drawing ease-of-use comparisons to Apple's Time Machine, they recently released their own Mac platform, currently in Beta form. Like the PC version, Backblaze continuously monitors files for changes and uploads them to an offsite server. Though the...
(06 January 2009) - Perhaps the most intuitive backup solution on the market, Backblaze launched last September as an online data storage center emphasizing simplicity at a reasonable—if perpetual—price. While initially drawing ease-of-use comparisons to Apple's Time Machine, they recently released their own Mac platform, currently in Beta form. Like the PC version, Backblaze continuously monitors files for changes and uploads them to an offsite server. Though the...
Google x LIFE Magazine Online Photo Archive
(17 December 2008) - If Google's recent demonstration of their ability to predict flu outbreaks wasn't enough, they've now teamed up with Life Magazine to digitize 95% of their image bank that never saw the light of day. Now millions of photos stretching from the 1750s to the present day are available on Google Images at the click of a button....
(17 December 2008) - If Google's recent demonstration of their ability to predict flu outbreaks wasn't enough, they've now teamed up with Life Magazine to digitize 95% of their image bank that never saw the light of day. Now millions of photos stretching from the 1750s to the present day are available on Google Images at the click of a button....
Lego Hip Hop Album Covers
(11 December 2008) - The progressive online publication, Format Magazine, just took playing with Legos to a whole new level with their collection of 20 classic (and some not-so-classic) hip hop album covers recreated with those iconic plastic Lego men. Shot in the Format studio by Nick Hanekom, and graphically produced by beat-maker Glen Manucdoc, the little Lego guys assume the notorious album cover poses once carried about by...
(11 December 2008) - The progressive online publication, Format Magazine, just took playing with Legos to a whole new level with their collection of 20 classic (and some not-so-classic) hip hop album covers recreated with those iconic plastic Lego men. Shot in the Format studio by Nick Hanekom, and graphically produced by beat-maker Glen Manucdoc, the little Lego guys assume the notorious album cover poses once carried about by...
Jack Threads Online Streetwear Shopping Community
(03 December 2008) - by Lynne Johnson Jack Threads is an invite-only online shopping community offering brand names in the surf, skate, and street cultures—offered daily for at least fifty percent off. And there's only one fresh pick per day. The site's founder, Jason Ross, puts the inspiration behind the site this way, "I'm a consumer who was always in streetwear and men's contemporary fashion, however I wasn't...
(03 December 2008) - by Lynne Johnson Jack Threads is an invite-only online shopping community offering brand names in the surf, skate, and street cultures—offered daily for at least fifty percent off. And there's only one fresh pick per day. The site's founder, Jason Ross, puts the inspiration behind the site this way, "I'm a consumer who was always in streetwear and men's contemporary fashion, however I wasn't...
My Secret Playlist
(27 October 2008) - Want to know who your favorite bands are listening to? My Secret Playlist does just that by inviting guest bands, DJs, producers and musicians to write about what they're rocking out to at the moment. The simple but addictive concept is published by Conversant Media, the Australian media company that produces Lost At E Minor, a friend and content partner of CH. ...
(27 October 2008) - Want to know who your favorite bands are listening to? My Secret Playlist does just that by inviting guest bands, DJs, producers and musicians to write about what they're rocking out to at the moment. The simple but addictive concept is published by Conversant Media, the Australian media company that produces Lost At E Minor, a friend and content partner of CH. ...
Cut&Paste Contest: The 55DSL Logo Remix
(22 October 2008) - In celebration of their 15th anniversary, Diesel spin-off brand 55DSL is inviting designers to visually remix its logo. Collaborating with digital design tournament gurus, Cut&Paste, they're keeping to their tradition of innovation by inviting you to redesign the iconic 55DSL Shield logo, allowing you to graphically play around with the label's fun-loving attitude. The laid-back brand is giving you full reign, but the panel...
(22 October 2008) - In celebration of their 15th anniversary, Diesel spin-off brand 55DSL is inviting designers to visually remix its logo. Collaborating with digital design tournament gurus, Cut&Paste, they're keeping to their tradition of innovation by inviting you to redesign the iconic 55DSL Shield logo, allowing you to graphically play around with the label's fun-loving attitude. The laid-back brand is giving you full reign, but the panel...
MINI Motoring Graphics
(03 October 2008) - MINI Motoring Graphics is MINI's partnership announced today with Original Wraps, Inc. that allows MINI owners to add a little flair to their exteriors and interiors. From full-on custom jobs to small round badges, the program presents over 5,000,000 options enabling drivers to stand out from the masses on the road. Designs include national flags, camo, abstract designs and a donut pattern to name...
(03 October 2008) - MINI Motoring Graphics is MINI's partnership announced today with Original Wraps, Inc. that allows MINI owners to add a little flair to their exteriors and interiors. From full-on custom jobs to small round badges, the program presents over 5,000,000 options enabling drivers to stand out from the masses on the road. Designs include national flags, camo, abstract designs and a donut pattern to name...
SomeRightsReserved
(25 September 2008) - SomeRightsReserved is the awesome online store of the London-based KithKin design collective. The shop, billed as "a download revolution" features both digital products (such as music and fonts) and directions/instructions for building physical items. There are too many great things to call out here but a few favorites include the origami Graphic Grenade by PostlerFerguson; The Rubbish typefaces by Clare Acheson, and the RepRap...
(25 September 2008) - SomeRightsReserved is the awesome online store of the London-based KithKin design collective. The shop, billed as "a download revolution" features both digital products (such as music and fonts) and directions/instructions for building physical items. There are too many great things to call out here but a few favorites include the origami Graphic Grenade by PostlerFerguson; The Rubbish typefaces by Clare Acheson, and the RepRap...
Phillip Toledano's America: The Gift Shop
(22 September 2008) - by Gabriel Bell After eight years of government that's left a sizable chip on America's shoulder, it's no big surprise that George W-era memorabilia isn't exactly flooding the market. Enter Cool Hunting favorite, photographer Phillip Toledano with "America: The Gift Shop." A virtual exhibition with clever takes on the subjects of torture, special rendition and government secrecy, the book features enough cheek to make you...
(22 September 2008) - by Gabriel Bell After eight years of government that's left a sizable chip on America's shoulder, it's no big surprise that George W-era memorabilia isn't exactly flooding the market. Enter Cool Hunting favorite, photographer Phillip Toledano with "America: The Gift Shop." A virtual exhibition with clever takes on the subjects of torture, special rendition and government secrecy, the book features enough cheek to make you...
Behance: Action Method Online
(11 September 2008) - With a mission to help organize the creative world, Behance wowed us again with the soon-to-be-released Action Method Online (AMO). What began as a line of paper products designed to help boost productivity, now is a robust and powerful online application that will up your productivity and help "make ideas happen." The new online project management system helps individuals and teams get organized and...
(11 September 2008) - With a mission to help organize the creative world, Behance wowed us again with the soon-to-be-released Action Method Online (AMO). What began as a line of paper products designed to help boost productivity, now is a robust and powerful online application that will up your productivity and help "make ideas happen." The new online project management system helps individuals and teams get organized and...
"4960" in the YouTube Screening Room
(15 August 2008) - YouTube, best known for showcasing skateboarding dogs and dancers of all species, has proven itself capable of more sophisticated fare this summer with the launch of The YouTube Screening Room. Showcasing four new high-quality short films every two weeks, The Screening Room line-up includes the work of award-winning filmmakers hailing from such diverse locales as Norway, Sweden, Austria, Kenya and the U.S. to name...
(15 August 2008) - YouTube, best known for showcasing skateboarding dogs and dancers of all species, has proven itself capable of more sophisticated fare this summer with the launch of The YouTube Screening Room. Showcasing four new high-quality short films every two weeks, The Screening Room line-up includes the work of award-winning filmmakers hailing from such diverse locales as Norway, Sweden, Austria, Kenya and the U.S. to name...
The Online Toaster Museum
(29 July 2008) - While we consider toast itself to be one of the greatest snacks of all time (if not for its versatility alone), The Toaster Museum, an online archive of toasters through the ages, suggests that the method of production deserves some credit too. Browsing through the beautifully-photographed and well-organized collection (you can sort using the manufacturer's name, where it was made or by material) is...
(29 July 2008) - While we consider toast itself to be one of the greatest snacks of all time (if not for its versatility alone), The Toaster Museum, an online archive of toasters through the ages, suggests that the method of production deserves some credit too. Browsing through the beautifully-photographed and well-organized collection (you can sort using the manufacturer's name, where it was made or by material) is...
New from 20ltd: Shagreen Backgammon Set and Sailing Canoe
(17 July 2008) - The two latest offerings from the online concept boutique 20ltd, a Shagreen (Stingray) backgammon set and a fiberglass sailing canoe, are the ultimate interpretations of toys for big kids. Personally made for 20ltd by Max Parker (heir to Geoffrey Parker, the British maker of luxury games), the backgammon set features sterling silver inlaid Shagreen playing pieces, a hand-inlaid Shagreen playing field and gold plated...
(17 July 2008) - The two latest offerings from the online concept boutique 20ltd, a Shagreen (Stingray) backgammon set and a fiberglass sailing canoe, are the ultimate interpretations of toys for big kids. Personally made for 20ltd by Max Parker (heir to Geoffrey Parker, the British maker of luxury games), the backgammon set features sterling silver inlaid Shagreen playing pieces, a hand-inlaid Shagreen playing field and gold plated...
Blow Up Your Flickr: New Online Fullscreen Photo Viewer
(14 July 2008) - We love our Flickr but the presentation of the pictures has always left a little to be desired—which is why we're so stoked on the new free photo viewer Blow Up. Blow Up makes use of the recently opened-up Flickr API to show your Flickr photos in a beautiful fullscreen display. Enter your Flickr name and see all your sets immediately or download the...
(14 July 2008) - We love our Flickr but the presentation of the pictures has always left a little to be desired—which is why we're so stoked on the new free photo viewer Blow Up. Blow Up makes use of the recently opened-up Flickr API to show your Flickr photos in a beautiful fullscreen display. Enter your Flickr name and see all your sets immediately or download the...
LTD Magazine Online Giveaway
(20 June 2008) - The guys from LTD magazine have been on our radar since 2006 but as of 6 June, when they launched their new website, that blip on our radar screen got a lot bigger. Aimed at giving the consumers who don't receive a hard copy limited access to the LTD world (the print run is always under 10,000 and only distributed to the publisher's list),...
(20 June 2008) - The guys from LTD magazine have been on our radar since 2006 but as of 6 June, when they launched their new website, that blip on our radar screen got a lot bigger. Aimed at giving the consumers who don't receive a hard copy limited access to the LTD world (the print run is always under 10,000 and only distributed to the publisher's list),...
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