BMW has collaborated with internationally celebrated French design duo, brothers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, to create a state-of-the-art installation for the Salone del Mobile 2013, taking place in Milan April 9-14. The new construction named QUIET MOTION mirrors the BMW’s design philosophy and the fair’s mission to showcase the innovative approaches in the field of furniture and living space design.
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The fashion giant Saint Laurent (previously Yves Saint Laurent) has released a portrait series to celebrate its long-term relationship with the world of rock music. These two dimensions don’t seem to belong to the same universe, but in fact the leading artists from the rock field adore fashion labels and vice versa. This deep connection was reflected in the Saint Laurent Music Project, photographed by the house’s creative director Hedi Slimane. The series includes black-and-white images featuring rock icons including Marilyn Manson, Kim Gordon (of Sonic Youth), Courtney Love, and Ariel Pink.
Now, taste, smell and look are not enough to render the full picture of the food product. Acclaimed food designers Bompas & Parr created a musical spoon and a set of vibrant handmade bowls that capture the character of the five new flavors of Heinz baked beans—Curry, Fiery Chilli, Barbecue, Cheddar Cheese, and Garlic & Herbs. The most impressive piece in this state-of-the-art experience is the spoon with a very small embedded MP3 player—it plays the tunes only when is put into a person’s mouth, all to enhance the key flavors of each variety.
Perrier-Jouët has presented another sophisticated design piece inspired by the brand’s artistic legacy and traditions. Following an array of various creative artifactss, ranging from water-colors to paper frescoes and botanical arabesques, here comes The Enchanting Tree. The new masterpiece, created by the Dutch-born, London-based product designer and artist Tord Boontje, is a champagne service made of suspended golden branches and decorated with anemones.
The World Photography Organisation (WPO) has announced 2013 Sony World Photography Award winners in four categories, including Open, Youth, 3D and National. The award, launched back in 2008, aims to spread the photographic culture across the globe, supporting both emerging photographers and professionals.
MINI has collaborated with international fashion guru Roberto Cavalli to create an exclusively decorated one-off MINI Paceman for the Life Ball, one of the biggest AIDS charity events. Each year since 2001, a specially re-imagined MINI car has been auctioned at the AIDS Solidarity Gala event to raise donations for HIV projects.
adidas Originals has launched its new global multi-platform campaign entitled “Unite All Originals”. The effort is designed to inspire the brand’s fans through a series of truly unconventional music and visual art pieces by international creatives from various areas. The major online hub for the 2013 brand campaign unveils a so-called “adidas collider” that serves the most original mixed content from artists, who unite to create something very special.