A couple of weeks ago, I traveled to the Milan Furniture Fair to celebrate design excellence with my peers in the contemporary design industry. But my attention was gripped by the controversy of a ...

Thank the universe for symbols. If it weren’t for that stick figure wearing a triangle, think how many men would have barged into the wrong restroom and been arrested. But not all symbols are so well ...

In line with biophilic and wellness design, luxury and everyday spaces turn to mushroom-inspired forms to create a closer connection to nature. The motif adapts easily across styles, appearing in ...

HIGH POINT, N.C. — Greece’s economy may be struggling, but one of its iconic motifs is unlocking a treasure trove of design possibilities. The Greek key, a symbol of all that is classical, has ...

Geometric patterns are classics in modern design speak. But one that especially resonates these days is the triangle. Specifically, triangles laid end to end to create mesmerizing larger-scale ...

For centuries, Toile de Jouy has conjured a sense of luxury and refinement. Characterized by repeated motifs and illustrative pastoral scenes, the pattern often mirrored major events of the time. To ...

Discover the elegance of Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewellery, featuring the iconic quatrefoil motif and transformable ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

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