Product design
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Jacob Jensen
Jacob Jensen’s products for Bang & Olufsen made design history. His philosophy remains relevant today, reflected in his choice for an imaginary final lunch: the “incredibly well-designed” garfish from his childhood.
Fashion
Berluti gives lessons for lace-ups, a Verbal assault on the jewellery trade, and Portland bags some style.
Upwardly mobile
Milan's Salone del Mobile showed an optimistic mood despite the credit crunch, attracting a record 348,000 visitors. Many came from abroad, with a strong showing from booming South American countries.
Show time
Baselworld watch fair is where manufacturers unveil the new timepieces that often take years to craft. There are no quick sales either; brands eager to retain exclusivity don’t sell to any old oligarch.
Maverick motors
Japanese car company Subaru has always attracted a less conformist driver. Its Forester model epitomises the brand’s quirky but unflashy design, solid reliability and diverse following, from Swiss policemen to laid-back farmers.
On the hop
Riding to and from work is a time for contemplation. It always pays to pack a tote with a few essential elements to guarantee you start and finish the day with a sunny disposition.
Signs of the times
You may not know its name, but you use its designs weekly. Italian company Solari revolutionised train and airport information boards in the 1950s and continues to innovate with modern technology.
Present sense
As the northern hemisphere heads from winter into spring and the invitations to al fresco celebrations start rolling in, we thought a spring round-up would help take the pain out of purchasing presents.
Fashion
Artist-designed sunglasses, tailoring by Italian brand Barbisio, Stockholm store Nitty Gritty and Margret Howell for Baracuta.
Salon rangers
Milan’s I Saloni are the most important events in the design calendar. With over 2,300 exhibitors and almost 300,000 visitors, they are a key marketplace for buying and selling modern design.
