Materials
By Mason Currey
These new materials allow structures and objects to react to environmental stimuli—without any adverse side effects.
In Production
By Belinda Lanks
A memory chip the size of a white blood cell has profound implications for the future of computing.
By Mason Currey
The latest incarnation of the British engineer’s eponymous übervacuum comes in a “cunning” little package.
By Belinda Lanks
Helen Kerr’s innovative line of health-care seating is soft, airy, and germ-resistant.
By Michael Silverberg
A hydrogen-electric prototype out of Detroit brings fuel cells closer to the U.S. auto industry.
By Belinda Lanks
A little metal cube takes an energy-efficient approach to Lilliputian living.
Observed
Far Corner
By Philip Nobel
Hans Wegner’s daybed is all the more beautiful for having broken decades of personal confusion on the subject.
By Elizabeth A. Evitts
In his new book, Paul Hawken looks at the history of the environmental movement and predicts its future.
America
By Karrie Jacobs
Our columnist roamed the streets of midtown Manhattan wearing a pair of noise-canceling headphones.
Perspective
By Bruce Sterling
In 2007 the computer gave up taking over the world. Instead the world took over the computer.
Four industrial-design firms create new devices for the global traveler that consolidate all of the clutter produced by 24/7 access to the office.
Productsphere
The Metropolis staff points out noteworthy themes occurring in today’s product design.
Reference Page
By Lauren Bans and Alysha Brown
More information on people, places, and products covered in this issue of Metropolis.
Dîa-logue(s)
By Oren Safdie
Questions for the Andacht Brothers: Grole and Gerald talk about their early influences, how far they’re willing to go to please a client, and why making people uncomfortable can be very comforting.
Ben Katchor
By Ben Katchor
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Metropolis presents a snapshot of product design today.
By Paul Makovsky
The impresario of one of design’s great showcases for young talent reflects on its tenth anniversary.
Marva Griffin-Wilshire picks ten designers to watch at this year’s Salone Satellite, in Milan.
By Stephen Zacks
The work of students in the United States and Europe provides an intriguing glimpse into emerging trends in product and industrial design.
By Stephen Zacks
A look at the work spaces inside New York City’s infamous design address.
By Julie Taraska
Established & Sons is proving that, contrary to popular belief, Britain still has the manufacturing capability to produce high-end furniture.
By Jade Chang
The houses of Sam Maloof are testaments to the furniture maker’s illustrious half-century-long career.
By Belinda Lanks
There is a new wave of interest in the nineteenth-century decorative style.
For April’s special product issue, Metropolis invited five graphic designers to illustrate a product that they find beautiful, useful, and indispensable.
By Paul Makovsky
Our gatefold guide to the earthier, more natural colors you’ll be seeing this year.
By Paul Makovsky and Michael Silverberg
Designers tell us which common products they most depend on.
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