Aesop: Taxonomy of Design

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—01. Covent Garden, Tiles.
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Aesop's stores are highly regarded around the world, and with a handful of new locations popping up recently, the interiors are always intriguing to see. They usually embrace a different design for each space, developing a new concept and combining elements that tie into the product offering, but also allow the architects the freedom to incorporate their own vision and inspiration from the location itself. The brand's new website, Taxonomy of Design, explores some of the flagship stores, their designers and the materials used throughout the spaces, offering a new level of insight into their unique approach to retail.

—Taxonomy of Design
—Aesop

Phillip Low Prism Sculptures

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Phillip Low's small sculptures have a somewhat otherworldly feel, particularly in the way that they manipulate light and colour. The hand-milled geometric prisms are made from sheets of Perspex and acrylic, and come in a variety of slightly different shapes, each one with its own unique character.

—Available from Totokaelo

Richardson Magazine A8: America Issue

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On September 17th, during Art Berlin Contemporary, the eighth edition of Richardson Magazine will be launched at Comme des Garçons Black in the German capital. Dubbed the America Issue, it features Blac Chyna on the cover and includes work by Gary Simmons, Gogy Experza and Jeanette Hayes, alongside a peak into the legendary nightclub, Magic City. To coincide with its release, the magazine's Fall-Winter '15 clothing line will be unveiled at the Richardson shop in New York and select retailers worldwide.

—Richardson Magazine

Interview: Geographic North

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—01. Sketch for Winter III: Green Sleeves by Night Cleaner.

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Geographic North is an independent record label based in Atlanta, Georgia. Since 2008 they have built an impressive roster, releasing limited edition tapes and records from both established and new artists in genres ranging from dream pop to dance, bridging electronic and analog. Inspired by record clubs and subscription series, the old school model encourages fans of the label and its aesthetic to discover new music easily by bringing collectible physical products into a world that is going more and more digital. Each release from Geographic North has a very consistent and interesting look, spearheaded by co-founder and designer Farbod Kokabi. I spoke to Kokabi about his design inspirations and what the future holds for the label.

—Geographic North

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iittala Ruutu Vase

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Recently arrived at Inform Interiors, the Ruutu vase, designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, is a new addition to the iittala offering. It comes in a variety of colours and sizes, and while each one appears relatively simple, the elegant shape requires the most experienced glass blowers to produce.

—Available from Inform Interiors

Cow Books Book Rack

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—01. W:43cm x H:16cm x D:18.5cm.

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As one acquires more and more publications, the idea of a series of portable shelves for ease of rearranging, adding to, and relocating seems like a really attractive idea. This option from Cow Books has had some serious thought put into it. Inspired by the shelving used at Serendipity in Berkeley – the influential but now closed bookstore founded by Peter B. Howard in the early '60s – it features a beautiful handmade character and gives your favourite titles the place of distinction they deserve.

—Available from Cow Books

Now Open: Margaret Howell Le Marais, Paris

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Margaret Howell
37 rue Debelleyme
75003 Paris
+33 (0) 1 49 27 80 00

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Margaret Howell quietly opened the doors to a second shop in Paris recently. The new location in le Marais offers items from the men's and women's collections, as well as a selection of well-chosen lifestyle products. The space also features a press and wholesale showroom, a neat use of the interior by longtime collaborator William Russell at Pentagram.

—Margaret Howell

First Look: Kiko Kostadinov for Stussy

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As part of this year's 35th anniversary celebrations, Stussy launches their first installation in partnership with Dover Street Market today. The New York store's 4th floor event space includes three different product offerings from the iconic brand, and we have the first look at Kiko Kostadinov's limited edition contribution. The collection's lookbook, featuring Tom Fletcher wearing a selection of the special one of a kind pieces, was photographed by Dexter Lander and styled by our Fashion Director, Stephen Mann.

—Online Feature: Kiko Kostadinov for Stussy
—Available from DSM New York