Kieth Lang at UI & Us tells a story of how rounded rectangles, a shape very common in Apple’s software and hardware design, took off. The primary players in this story are graphics developer Bill Atkinson, a parking sign and Steve Jobs. Steve took Bill on a walk, pointing out the ubiquity of rounded rectangles [...]

(Via We Are All Analogue)

More proof that low-budget, high-design makes for big profits. Motel 6 is projecting a 100% increase in bookings next year thanks to a down economy and a great redesign from the creator of Virgin Airline’s airplane cabins. Read more at Dwell

Shynola continues to just blow my mind (even after the tragic passing of one of their partners). (via OnSmash)

Courtesy of the lady, I’m rocking a sweet new pair of kicks today.

Proof that I’m keeping up on Bryan Colangelo’s mastermind-like moves to improve Toronto’s NBA franchise. (Much help from RealGM and Doug Smith)

I love me some gin and it doesn’t get much better (when it comes to the package at least) then Bulldog. (via Lovely Package)

Olly Moss is a talented graphic designer.

Once in a while you see a structure that equally captures your style and values. For me, it’s the Lobster Boat Residence by Chadbourne + Doss Architects. From ArchDaily: This house is part of a large waterfront property that has been incorporated into a condominium development that includes 4 detached residences and 2 houseboats. Residents [...]