In the wake of World War II, the government of France commissioned its most prominent designers to create a collection of miniature fashion dolls

A Fantasy of Fashion: Articles of Interest #7

Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we've just stopped noticing. 99% Invisible is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. From award winning producer Roman Mars. Learn more at 99percentinvisible.org.

Arts

Literature

Performing Arts

Design

Food

Fashion & Beauty

Visual Arts

Bright, flamboyant central African fashion

577- The Society of Ambiance Makers and Elegant Persons

The history of the chambre de bonne, the tiny French apartment type that may be, finally, on the way out.

576- Chambre de Bonne

A 99pi guide to some of our favorite design features of Athens, Georgia.

Roman Mars Describes Athens GA As It Is

How to accommodate autism in the built world

575- Autism Pleasantville

The garbage disposer and the dream of a garbage-free city

A Fantasy of Fashion: Articles of Interest #7

Download our free app to listen on your phone