The Korea Herald

Sustainable packaging design for better life

Aug 29, 2013

Made of recyclable, safe materials that can be repurposed, packages are no longer a waste
Adventures of two larvae capture commuters’ hearts

Aug 23, 2013

Silent animated series transcends barriers of age, culture
New driving for aging, traffic-congested world

Aug 22, 2013

Electric personal mobility vehicles touted as a future mobility solution for short-distance travel
Design innovation in electric vehicles

Aug 22, 2013

The electric personal mobility vehicle ― a one-passenger car that comes in various shapes and sizes ― should break away from traditional automobile design in order for people to adopt the innovative vehicle for the urban lifestyle, according to Lee Keun, dean of the International Design School for Advanced Studies at Hongik University.“It’s a new genre of mobility. The material, design and fuel are completely different from gas-powered cars. The reason people feel hesitant to embrace the electri
Diversity of crafts laid bare in Cheongju

Aug 20, 2013

The 8th Cheongju International Craft Biennale brings together contemporary craftworks from around the world
Vintage British homeware firm Cath Kidston blooms

Aug 19, 2013

LONDON (AFP) ― The world of Cath Kidston is instantly identifiable, full of bright colors, cheerful prints and nostalgia for an imagined English way of life ― and has made the homeware company one of Britain‘s global success stories.A cult following for the vintage-themed bags, clothes and kitchenware, particularly in Asia, helped the company break through the 100 million pound ($155 million) sales barrier this year for the first time.It is a milestone for the brand as it celebrates 20 years sin
From copycat to innovator: Korea creates design identity

Aug 15, 2013

This is the first in an eight-part series that examines the social role of design beyond its aesthetic aspect. The weekly series is a precursor to Herald Design Week 2013, Oct. 7-11, which will be organized under the theme of “Re-imagine the World.” ― Ed.Korea is today one of the leading industrial nations with cutting-edge technologies and dynamic design. However, it has not been long that design emerged as a major factor in the manufacturing and lifestyle of Koreans. Considering the country ha
Dutch design and architecture showcased in Seoul

Aug 13, 2013

Korea Foundation show highlights key trends in design, architecture from global design leaders
55-carat diamond goes on temporary view in NYC

Jul 15, 2013

NEW YORK (AP) ― A rare 19th-century 55-carat diamond has gone on temporary view at New York’s American Museum of Natural History.The Kimberley Diamond gets its name from the mine in South Africa where it was found sometime before 1868.It was cut from a 490-carat crystal. It was turned into a 70-carat gem in 1921 and recut to its present form in 1958 to improve its brilliance and proportions.The champagne-colored, emerald-cut diamond will be on display through the end of June 2014.Curator George
Amazon plans new HQ modeled on greenhouse

May 22, 2013

SEATTLE, Washington (AFP) ― U.S. online giant Amazon has unveiled plans for a futuristic greenhouse style headquarters “where employees can work and socialize in a more natural, park-like setting.”The Internet company revealed photos and sketches this week of the plan to be submitted to Seattle city officials, becoming the latest of the technology heavyweights to unveil a bold new headquarters plan.“The generative idea is that a plant-rich environment has many positive qualities that are not oft
Sustainable living highlighted at Milan show

Apr 17, 2013

MILAN (AP) ― Bathrooms that beg indulgence. Tiles that reduce pollution. Lighting that mimics a rainbow. Extravagance, social consciousness and innovation were strange, but alluring, bedfellows at the Milan Furniture Show and the myriad side events dedicated to design that wrapped up Sunday, ending a weeklong celebration of domestic bliss in its many forms. The burgeoning event was originally conceived to promote Italian furniture making, which is withstanding the recession better than many indu
French architect presents ‘joie de vivre’ offices

Apr 14, 2013

MILAN (AFP) ― French architect Jean Nouvel presented what he called “joie de vivre” offices at Milan Design Week, telling AFP in an interview that he was waging war against “cloned and alienating” work spaces.Nouvel’s project is called “Office for Living” and is one of the highlights of the annual furniture fair.“It’s terrible because we have the impression of working in worlds where you are just a number,” said Nouvel, 67, sitting in a space he created as the marketing office of Ducati motorbik
Young Korean designer attracts attention at Milan Furniture Fair

Apr 10, 2013

Milan Furniture Design is one of the most important design events, attracting the most innovative designs from around the world. It is also a great opportunity for young designers to introduce their work on a global stage and to test themselves out in the market. Korean designer Park Bomi and five other Korean designers were selected by the organizers to showcase their works at Salone Satellite, which gathers promising international designers under age 35. A separate Korean group exhibition fea
South, North Korean architectural history to showcase at Venice Biennale

Apr 10, 2013

Korean commissioner says he plans to focus on modernity, national identity in Korean architecture
Koolhaas unites architecture, design and fashion

Apr 9, 2013

MILAN (AP) ― Shedding his “puritanical’’ attitude against architects designing objects, Rem Koolhaas has shifted scale to create 11 pieces of furniture for the U.S. industrial design house Knoll. The Dutch architect’s creations, which premiered Monday ahead of Milan Design Week, include a dynamic counter ― a stack of three horizontal beams that can be transformed from a screen-like unit to cantilevered shelves and benches that invite people to sit, climb and lean in. The end result is a social/i