Setting Mind Staff

Environment

Millions are Taking Part in the Global Climate Strike

September 22, 2019

Described as being historic, climate strikes are currently being held throughout the globe with millions in roughly 150 countries taking to the streets. The protests call for an "end to the age of fossil fuels" and for a world with "climate equity and justice".

Design

Liddy Scheffknecht and Armin B. Wagner’s Cardboard Furniture Pops up in Seconds

September 21, 2019

Designed by artists Liddy Scheffknecht and Armin B. Wagner, Pop Up is a set of sculptures that combine the concept of pop-up books with furniture.

Design

Nebl Is a Simple and Elegant Planter with Frosted Glass

September 20, 2019

Created by designer Michael Rem, the Nebl Planter embodies a sense of quietness and reflection.

Fashion

Renew by Converse Offer Sneakers with Uppers Made from Upcycled and Recycled Materials

September 19, 2019

Converse, a subsidiary of the footwear giant Nike, is answering the call for more environmentally conscious materials and practices. Renew is the company’s new campaign that targets the growing environmentalist demographic.

Acne Studios Horatio Street

September 18, 2019

Located in New York City’s West Village, Acne Studios' store at the intersection of 8th Ave and Horatio Street resides in a former dry cleaner and convenience store.

Fashion

Vegan Boot Made from Natural Rubber Created by Hunter and Stella McCartney

September 17, 2019

Said to be possibly the most sustainable ever made, Hunter in collaboration with Stella McCartney has created a 100% vegan boot.

Tech

Rocco Giovannoni’s Inmergo Revolutionizes Audio Technology

September 16, 2019

Designer Rocco Giovannoni has developed a patent-pending audio technology that uses liquid and gels to create an omnidirectional and vibrotactile sound experience.

Immerse Yourself in Karolina Halatek’s Halo Installation

September 15, 2019

Created by Polish contemporary visual artist Karolina Halatek as part of ARIE A4 International Artists' Residency Program, Halo is an art installation that is based off the "imaginary super-natural sensation of clarity, light and extended space".

Tech

Charge More Than Just Your Phone with the ZENLET Coil

September 14, 2019

Created by a team based in Taiwan, the ZENLET Coil is a product that doubles as a wireless power bank and aromatherapy device. Described as a holistic charger, the product provides a charge for both the user and their mobile devices.

Food

Outstanding in the Field is a Roving Restaurant

September 13, 2019

Founded in 1999 by artist and chef Jim Denevan as a unique alternative to standard dining, Outstanding in the Field is a roving restaurant with headquarters in a red retro bus.

CELINE MADISON NEW YORK

September 12, 2019

Located a block away from Central Park, CELINE's flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York City is designed by CELINE creative director Hedi Slimane.

Tech

Hyundai Has Developed an Exoskeleton for Relieving Overhead Work

September 11, 2019

To assist and improve the efficiency of industrial workers, Hyundai Motor Group has developed Vest EXoskeleton (VEX).

Susanna Bauer Sculpts with Nature Using Crochet

September 10, 2019

Based in the UK, Susanna Bauer is a German artist who creates intricate sculptures using objects from nature such as leaves, stones and branches. With precise and careful execution, she fuses the elements together with crochet.

Tech

CUPRA Unveils Concept of an All-Electric Coupe SUV

September 9, 2019

Automotive brand CUPRA has unveiled the concept for their very first all-electric road vehicle called Tavascan.

Design

Nienke Hoogvliet’s SEA ME Furniture Showcases the Potential of Seaweed

September 8, 2019

With funding from the Stimuleringsfonds Creatieve Industrie, Dutch designer Nienke Hoogvliet has created the SEA ME collection composed of a chair and side table to showcase the potential of using seaweed with a circular process.

Plexiglass Combined with Furniture to Create Ethereal Modern Art

September 7, 2019

Tatiane Freitas is a Brazilian visual artist who creates half antique, half modern art. Made from worn furniture and plexiglass, the pieces are a ghost-like portion of the composition that is vitreous and fluid.

Music

Elderbrook & Rudimental’s MV ‘Something About You’ Explores Modern Masculinity and Depression

September 6, 2019

Setting Mind interviews director Luke Davis and choreographer Jacob Holme to further understand the message.

Tech

Porsche’s Very First All-Electric Sports Car Unveiled

September 5, 2019

At the world premiere held simultaneously in North America, China and Europe, Porsche has unveiled its very first all-electric sports car called Taycan.