In design, as in life, patience is a virtue. Plenty was required, to be sure, in the case of New York City’s Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park. Progress on the presidential memorial located on Roosevelt Island and named for FDR’s 1941 State of the Union address halted shortly after its architect, Louis Kahn, completed the design in 1974, at which time financial turmoil crippled the city. Only following an unexpected resurgence of interest some 30 years later did Kahn’s final work regain momentum.
Malene Birger: A Masterclass in Timeless Design and Nomadic Elegance Malene Birger embodies an exquisite blend of creativity, craftsmanship, and eclecticism. Renowned as a fashion designer and founder of iconic brands, she has seamlessly transitioned into the world of interior design, redefining how we view and utilize our living spaces. A Nomadic Vision Birger’s approach is rooted in versatility and reinvention. Her favorite furniture and décor pieces travel with her like cherished companions, adapting effortlessly to different spaces—from a sympathetically renovated finca in Mallorca to an Edwardian flat in London and back to Copenhagen. Each piece finds new life, seamlessly transforming a bedroom into a lounge or a desk into a bathroom accent. Design Philosophy At the heart of her design ethos lies a love for traditional craftsmanship paired with modern sensibilities. Her newest book, Move and Work , offers an intimate glimpse into her three homes and her Copenhagen showroom,...