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1 day ago | 
coolhunting.com | Jason Harper |Julie Wolfson |Mike Tommasiello |Basem Wasef
A limited-edition collaboration with Moët & Chandon, this refined trunk of Champagne tells Federer’s story through wine, design and the quiet art of intention When Roger Federer stepped away from tennis, he didn’t walk into retirement, he stepped into refinement. His latest chapter takes shape in The Legacy Case, a limited-edition collaboration with Moët & Chandon that bridges Federer’s most defining moments with the storied heritage of Champagne’s most iconic maison.
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2 weeks ago | 
coolhunting.com | Julie Wolfson |Basem Wasef |Evan Orensten |Mike Tommasiello
The London-based design festival is a great occasion to discover contemporary design At COOL HUNTING, we love exploring the fringes of design, discovering new names, products and checking in with designers and brands we know. Our visit to this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week—it’s 14th, and largest yet—in didn’t disappoint.
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1 month ago | 
coolhunting.com | Evan Orensten |Lucrezia Worthington |Paolo Ferrarini |Mike Tommasiello
The og Japanese tea caddy maker created a pop up for Milan’s Design Week to debut its book and limited edition anniversary collection Kaikado was founded in Kyoto in 1875 by Kiyosuke Kaikado, who developed Japan’s first tinplate tea canisters (chazutsu), which offered a significant advantage over traditional earthenware, wood or copper jars by providing an airtight seal to maintain tea freshness; the company is recognized as the oldest handmade tea canister manufacturer in Japan.
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1 month ago | 
coolhunting.com | Evan Orensten |Lucrezia Worthington |Mike Tommasiello |Paolo Ferrarini
We visited one of the brand’s first three properties to undergo renovation Capturing Austin’s distinct vibe in a hotel needs more than just a stylish lobby—it requires a deep understanding of the city’s soul. This is precisely the ambition behind the multi-million-dollar transformation recently completed at the W Austin, a project that not only reinvigorates a downtown staple but also serves as a vibrant testament to W Hotels’ brand evolution.
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1 month ago | 
coolhunting.com | Mike Tommasiello |Paolo Ferrarini |Evan Orensten |Josh Rubin
Prada, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Hermés and Loewe flex their takes on artisanship and craftsmanship During Milan Design Week many luxury fashion houses celebrated artisanal heritage and creative experimentation that went well beyond the simple garment. Support from the fashion industry has served as a platform amplifying the narrative of design as a multifaceted discipline.
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1 month ago | 
coolhunting.com | Paolo Ferrarini |Mike Tommasiello |Josh Rubin |Afrodet Zuri
A four part film for planetariums shares earth’s majesty and creates awareness for some of its challenges Since launching the Arcadia Earth agency in 2019, Valentino Vettori has pushed the boundaries of storytelling at the intersection of art, science, and sustainability.
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2 months ago | 
coolhunting.com | Alexandra Cheney |Basem Wasef |Josh Rubin |Mike Tommasiello
Rome is the backdrop for the presentation of the most intelligent car ever designed by the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz presented the all-new CLA at a festive event overlooking Rome’s evening skyline, showcasing “the most intelligent car” designed by the brand. Simplification and intelligence are the key-concepts defining the evolution of the model’s refined design.
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
coolhunting.com | David Graver |Julie Wolfson |Mike Tommasiello |Basem Wasef
An anniversary—and a program that endeavors to get one million bikes back on the road by the end of 2025 In 2024, it seems unfeasible for someone to sell a VW van for $1500 to fund the first chapter of a half-billion-dollar company’s journey, but in 1974, Specialized Bicycle Components founder and former CEO Mike Sinyard did just that. Now, 50 years later, the brand remains an incandescent leader in the bike industry, in part due to their insatiable need for innovation.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
coolhunting.com | Julie Wolfson |Mike Tommasiello |Basem Wasef |David Graver
A cliffside, Belle Époque property with interiors by Dorothée Meilichzon From Experimental Group—the international hospitality pioneers known for leading cocktail bars and beach clubs as well as impeccably designed restaurants and hotels—the Regina Experimental bridges the legendary surf scene of Biarritz with the luxury amenities of a five-star hotel and spa.
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Oct 27, 2024 | 
coolhunting.com | Mike Tommasiello |Basem Wasef |Julie Wolfson |David Graver
Midleton Distillery celebrates the newest aged expression from Ireland’s most awarded single pot still whiskey The team that makes Redbreast have been waiting for the ideal time to debut Redbreast 18. With Redbreast 12 and 15 at the top of many Irish whiskey enthusiasts’ lists and the 21 and 27 Year Old finding their perch in coveted collections, the 18 Year Old now takes its spot as the newest member of the flock from the Midleton Distillery.
