Synopsis
Step inside the minds of the most innovative designers in a variety of disciplines and learn how design impacts every aspect of life.
Episodes
1
Christoph Niemann: IllustrationFrom New Yorker covers to Instagram sketches, illustrator Christoph Niemann plays with abstraction and interactivity -- and questions authenticity.47m2
Tinker Hatfield: Footwear DesignTinker Hatfield's background in architecture and athletics sparked his game-changing shoe designs for Nike, including the iconic Air Jordan series.42m3
Es Devlin: Stage DesignStage designer Es Devlin crafts evocative sets for concerts, operas, plays and runway shows using light, film, sculpture -- and even rain.43m4
Bjarke Ingels: ArchitectureArchitect Bjarke Ingels unites function, fantasy and sustainability in “pragmatic utopian” designs like a clean power plant topped with a ski slope.45m5
Ralph Gilles: Automotive DesignAs Fiat Chrysler’s global head of design, Ralph Gilles steers the brand into the future with sleek new sports cars and a self-driving electric van.48m6
Paula Scher: Graphic DesignGraphic designer Paula Scher paints with words, developing the visual language of iconic brands and institutions around the world.41m7
Platon: PhotographyPlaton’s fearless portraits capture the souls of world leaders and ordinary people. A shoot with Gen. Colin Powell provides a window into his process.44m8
Ilse Crawford: Interior DesignInterior designer Ilse Crawford creates spaces and objects that engage the senses and promote well-being, from high-end hotels to Ikea furniture.42m
Christoph Niemann: IllustrationFrom New Yorker covers to Instagram sketches, illustrator Christoph Niemann plays with abstraction and interactivity -- and questions authenticity.47m2Tinker Hatfield: Footwear DesignTinker Hatfield's background in architecture and athletics sparked his game-changing shoe designs for Nike, including the iconic Air Jordan series.42m3Es Devlin: Stage DesignStage designer Es Devlin crafts evocative sets for concerts, operas, plays and runway shows using light, film, sculpture -- and even rain.43m4Bjarke Ingels: ArchitectureArchitect Bjarke Ingels unites function, fantasy and sustainability in “pragmatic utopian” designs like a clean power plant topped with a ski slope.45m5Ralph Gilles: Automotive DesignAs Fiat Chrysler’s global head of design, Ralph Gilles steers the brand into the future with sleek new sports cars and a self-driving electric van.48m6Paula Scher: Graphic DesignGraphic designer Paula Scher paints with words, developing the visual language of iconic brands and institutions around the world.41m7Platon: PhotographyPlaton’s fearless portraits capture the souls of world leaders and ordinary people. A shoot with Gen. Colin Powell provides a window into his process.44m8Ilse Crawford: Interior DesignInterior designer Ilse Crawford creates spaces and objects that engage the senses and promote well-being, from high-end hotels to Ikea furniture.42m
