Archinect - News2024-12-22T04:23:20-05:00https://archinect.com/news/article/150455373/archinect-s-2024-holiday-gift-guide
Archinect's 2024 Holiday Gift Guide Archinect2024-11-28T09:00:00-05:00>2024-12-16T11:43:37-05:00
<img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/59/59d4224c9b47ac5925e454c8d9584ea1.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>The holiday season is here, and if you're looking for the perfect gift to celebrate, it's time to take a peek at Archinect's curated 2024 <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/684261/holiday-gift-guide" target="_blank">gift guide</a> with items selected personally by our editorial team.</p>
<p>Whether you're an architect, student, or just a straight-up fan of all things design, we've got you covered. This year, our recommendations ranged in scope from must-see documentaries to home goods to architect-designed timepieces and everything that falls between. <br></p>
<p>The list is broken down into broader categories for your convenience. Now, let's take a look, vet some of the gift ideas, contemplate, test, choose, and enjoy!</p>
Watches designed by (some Pritzker-winning) architects
<figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/78/78671a990617fb2f34efaed76a0bf2c2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/78/78671a990617fb2f34efaed76a0bf2c2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=514"></a></p><figcaption>Image credit: Louis Vuitton</figcaption></figure><p><strong><a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/5540/frank-gehry" target="_blank">Frank Gehry</a> for Louis Vuitton: Tambour Moon Tourbillon Poinçon de Genève Sapphire </strong><strong>— <a href="https://us.louisvuitton.com/eng-us/stories/high-watchmaking-geneva-seal#sapphire" target="_blank">Sold here</a></strong> </p>
<p>What's better than Frank's longstanding collaboration with the luxury retailer? The watch is part of a unique collection inspired by the architecture of Gehry's <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/465290/fondation-louis-vuitton" target="_blank">Fondation Louis Vuitton</a> in Pa...</p>
https://archinect.com/news/article/150401171/archinect-s-2023-holiday-gift-guide
Archinect's 2023 Holiday Gift Guide Archinect2023-11-22T19:44:00-05:00>2024-10-25T04:07:38-04:00
<img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/9f/9ffe9dd23e6f2aeb528691e26ebaf71b.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>The holiday season is upon us, and if you're looking for the perfect gift to give this year <em>OR</em> you're scoping out a special something to give yourself, explore Archinect's curated <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/684261/holiday-gift-guide" target="_blank">gift guide</a> picked by our editorial team.</p>
<p>Whether you're shopping for the architect, student, or design aficionado in your life, we've got you covered. This year, our recommendations range from discussion starter home goods to impress your holiday guests, bespoke items for the office, a unique chess set, our favorite coffee accessories to accompany Archinect's Brutal coffee, and more! To help shoppers this season, we've broken down this year's list by price to help you and your wallet.</p>
Gifts Under $50
<figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/18/188ee578d3f5831a784f75bccd1e89d9.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/18/188ee578d3f5831a784f75bccd1e89d9.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=514"></a></p></figure><p><strong>Frank Lloyd Wright Tea Towel — <a href="https://shop.franklloydwright.org/collections/home-garden/products/kaf-home-frank-lloyd-wright-woven-jacquard-tea-towel-20-x-30-inch-100-percent-cotton-oak-park" target="_blank">Buy here</a></strong></p>
<p>This jacquard tea towel inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic glass window design at his 1895 Oak Park Home and Studio is almost too nice to dry your dishes with, so we certainly won't be judging if you just display it for its decorative value. <em>(Retail price $14.96)</em></p>
<figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/b7/b7ff75e4941520c78c9221765d50cd90.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/b7/b7ff75e4941520c78c9221765d50cd90.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=514"></a></p></figure><p><strong>B...</strong></p>
https://archinect.com/news/article/150331104/archinect-s-2022-holiday-gift-guide
Archinect's 2022 Holiday Gift Guide Archinect2022-11-25T15:18:00-05:00>2024-10-25T04:07:38-04:00
<img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/87/8748fcc4374b97b4a5cab6a9d261b6d6.gif" border="0" /><p>The holidays are here, and if you're looking for the perfect gift to give to a special someone <em>OR</em> you're looking for a gift to give yourself this year, check out our curated list of ideas from Archinect's editorial team.</p>
<p>Whether you're shopping for the architect, student, or design professional in your life, we've got you covered. This year, our team's recommendations range from must-read books, fun home goods, and our favorite coffee accessories to accompany Archinect's Brutal coffee. From simple and practical gifts to those worth splurging on, we've crafted a helpful <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/684261/holiday-gift-guide" target="_blank">gift guide</a> for you this holiday season.</p>
<figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/c5/c55bdd7a6b48291ed9639829c98c3f33.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/c5/c55bdd7a6b48291ed9639829c98c3f33.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=514"></a></p><figcaption>Meet Me by the Fountain by Alexandra Lange</figcaption></figure><p><strong><em>Meet Me by the Fountain</em> by Alexandra Lange — </strong><a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/meet-me-by-the-fountain-9781635576030/" target="_blank"><strong>buy here</strong></a><br></p>
<p>If you're looking for a book that's filled with easy-to-digest information about malls, their nostalgic appeal, and fabled history, this is the perfect book to add to your library. In true Lange fashion, she provides nuanced perspectives paired with detailed research that helps her re...</p>
https://archinect.com/news/article/150241253/archinect-s-2020-holiday-gift-guide
Archinect's 2020 Holiday Gift Guide Archinect2020-12-14T23:01:00-05:00>2024-10-25T04:07:38-04:00
<img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/5a/5a5a0ec476b414e8de7e3ea3c43adcb6.gif" border="0" /><p>With the holidays upon us and last-minute gift-giving slowly creeping, shopping for that architect, student, or design professional in your life can be tricky. However, the team at Archinect has you covered. </p>
<p>This year our editors put together a list of curated must-have items from businesses and organizations passionate about design and doing good. Whether you're looking for something simple and practical or something to help spark creativity in those young and old, we have the perfect <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/684261/holiday-gift-guide" target="_blank">gift guide</a> for you.</p>
<figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/33/33bc3574facb946070c0bc7f1e144d1d.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/33/33bc3574facb946070c0bc7f1e144d1d.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=514"></a></p><figcaption>Troika Zimmermann Clutch Pencil with Scale</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Troika Zimmermann Clutch Pencil with Scale - <a href="https://amzn.to/2JVWKqE" target="_blank">buy here</a></strong></p>
<p>Clutch pencils are a classic drawing tool that gives designers a wide range of options when sketching. Instead of switching through various led sizes, this tool allows users to draw fine lines, heavy ones, shade, and much more.<br></p>
<figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/78/786999999f2b78b614e269b2c6b61a45.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/78/786999999f2b78b614e269b2c6b61a45.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=514"></a></p><figcaption>reMarkable Paper Tablet</figcaption></figure><p><strong>reMarkable Paper Tablet - <a href="https://remarkable.com/" target="_blank">buy here</a></strong><br></p>
<p>If you're struggling to keep physical and digital notes, sketches, and drawings organized, give this di...</p>
https://archinect.com/news/article/150099620/archinect-s-2018-holiday-guide-part-2-gifts-for-architects-from-the-archinect-outpost
Archinect's 2018 Holiday Guide, Part 2: Gifts for Architects from the Archinect Outpost Archinect2018-12-11T13:17:00-05:00>2024-03-15T01:45:58-04:00
<img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/0a/0a6cff83413d6c74989240c9f17f606d.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>Since opening on June 15th, <a href="http://outpost.archinect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Archinect Outpost</a>, our online and retail store in Downtown Los Angeles, has exclusively been a purveyor of architectural periodicals and monographs. But as of this month, we have added a small selection of items that will hopefully delight the architecturally-spirited. From Archinect's own new line of coffee, to miniature cinder blocks, to half timber t-shirts, here is Archinect Outpost's gift guide for the holidays. </p>
<p><em>All in-stock merchandise is available in our Downtown LA store and <a href="https://outpost.archinect.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">online</a>. If you're outside of the USA, please contact us for shipping information.<strong> If you're in the LA area, make sure to swing by our <a href="https://archinect.com/news/article/150099398/archinect-outpost-to-host-holiday-party-december-15th" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">holiday party at Archinect Outpost</a> this Saturday, from 11-3, for drinks, snacks, music, and sales!</strong></em></p>
<p><strong>For your brutal all-nighter:</strong> At long last, Archinect's new coffee line, <em>Brutal</em>, is now available for purchase online and in store. Available either with with the <a href="https://outpost.archinect.com/store/brutal-coffee-guatemala-ceiba?category=Coffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Guatemala Ceiba</a>'s notes of tobacco, plum and cane sugar or <a href="https://outpost.archinect.com/store/brutal-coffee-brazil-yellow-diamond?category=Coffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brazil Yellow Diamond</a>'s al...</p>