Co.DesignJapan’s quest to create beautiful places to peeJapan wants to let residents off their “urinary leash.”
Co.DesignThis Harvard alum turns cheap, recycled rubber into luxury furnitureA New York designer elevates cheap recycled rubber by mixing it with with brass, marble, Italian wool, and concrete.
Co.DesignStarbucks’ new Roastery is an Instagram-ready spectacleDesigned by architect Kengo Kuma and featuring wild new cocktails, Starbucks’s new Tokyo location is ready for its caffeinated close-up.
Innovation By DesignWhat’s Missing From This Starbucks Store? The BrandingFor a pop-up shop in Tokyo, Nendo created a spare library full of books on espresso. The client was Starbucks. But at first blush, you’d hardly know it.
Innovation By DesignAn Ultra-Cool Japanese Starbucks Leaves The Seattle Vibe Far BehindThe store, by Kengo Kuma, is evidence that the coffee giant is becoming more aware of cultural differences.