“There’s such a universe and history of textiles in India that it is pretty impossible to invent anything—so I won’t take credit,” says textile designer Cristina Gitti, founder of the Matta line of accessories and apparel. “When I discover things I like, I always think: Would this work in my world?” (more…)

A few moments with artisanal design expert Marcella Echavarria, on her travel must-haves, favorite hotels, and dream destinations. (more…)

It’s in the critical moment of creation—potter’s wheel spinning, clay transforming rapidly between her hands—that Mirena Kim recognizes the unique demands of her craft. (more…)

Craft is at the heart of chef and entrepreneur Tom Colicchio’s work, from his renowned flagship restaurant to his so-named restaurant group—which now counts two Craft restaurants, a Craftbar, Craftsteak, and the ‘wichcraft chain among its holdings.  (more…)

Simon Alcantara rediscovers an old favorite—and shares it with us at DARA. (more…)

“We all work together,” says designer Lena Skadegard, who has, for a decade, labored alongside a family of Indian artisans in Delhi on her jewelry of uncommon, color-rich beauty. (more…)

“I never wanted a restaurant,” declares Jody Williams, chef and owner of Buvette. (more…)

Khadi & Co. founder and textile designer Bess Nielsen first traveled to India in the 1970s, on a trip that would forever change the course of her work and her life.

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Slow design is at the core of the Global Girls brand, which seeks to preserve indigenous crafts—even if that means production proceeds at the pace of the handmade, one careful stitch or embellishment at a time. (more…)

When jewelry designer Melissa Joy Manning started to look for a workshop and showroom in New York City, she knew she wanted a space that would feel genuinely reflective of her brand (more…)