A CO-OPer’s Book Review of “Let The Great World Spin”

21 Dec 2011, Posted by Samantha in coolshit, 0 Comments

Set in New York City during August of 1974, Colum McCann’s book begins with a man suspended on a tightrope between the twin towers (more…)

Whimsical Windows in Mid-Town

20 Dec 2011, Posted by Hal in art, coolshit, design, topics, 0 Comments

Traditional scenes of Christmas serve just fine as subject matter for most Department Store windows during the holidays, but some of Manhattan’ s most upscale retailers got much more imaginative this year.

Saks Fifth Avenue created a magical world based on the Children’s story “Who makes the Snow?”  It displays a group of immaculately-dressed underground people called the “Bubblemakers,” a human girl named Holly, and furry Yeti’s that inhabit the store’s roof. The windows were made in collaboration with the NYC design agency Pentagram.

Barnys’ windows were inspired by the mind of Lady Gaga. They include a boudoir made entirely out of hair, a mermaid installation, and an art-deco motorcycle reminiscent of Gaga. There is also an interactive short video called  ’Gaga Constellation’ which is embedded below. The windows were art directed by Nicola Formichetti in collaboration with Barneys Creative Director Dennis Freedman.

Bergdorf’s windows are themed “Carnival of the Animals.” They are spectacular settings in different parts of the world where humans, animals, and hybrids of the aforementioned are pictured together. The fashion, featuring dresses by Oscar de la Renta, is rightfully fantastic. The team of designers was led by David Hoey.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Barnys

Bergdorf Goodman

Mourir Auprès de Toi – Spike Jonze

17 Oct 2011, Posted by Neves in art, 1 Comments

A collaboration between Spike Jonze, French designer Olympia Le-Tan and filmmaker Simon Cahn, the whimsical, humorous and poignant ‘Mourir Auprès de Toi’ was inspired by Ms. Le-Tan’s accessory designs-embroidered felt adaptations of first editions of classic books. ‘I just loved them and loved the world she was making,’ Mr. Jonze explained “So I asked if I could have one. And she said yeah, if you want to make a film for it. (from the press release) An amazing piece is born that will deeply soak you in. Brilliant.

Source of Video: Nowness.com

http://www.nowness.com/day/2011/10/17/spike-jonze-mourir-apres-de-toi

Invest In Brand

24 Aug 2011, Posted by Samantha in brands, 0 Comments

CO-OP’s very own Creative Partner, Paul Newman, enlightens us on how the power of brand investment has both sustained and created growth in certain companies through a downturned economy. (more…)

What’s The Value of Branding?

23 Aug 2011, Posted by Samantha in brands, 0 Comments

CO-OP sat down with Martin Jansen, Head of International Equities (U.S.) at ING Investment Management, to discuss why, even in a downturned economy, investing in your brand is one of the smartest moves you can make.  (more…)

Our Favorites From Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in Business

16 Aug 2011, Posted by Samantha in current events / news, 0 Comments

Fast Company’s list of The 100 Most Creative People in Business 2011 is home to some of the most ambitious, incredible, and innovative people on our planet. As mongers of creative, we are more than pleased to share some of our favorites…  (more…)

NSKYC

14 Jul 2011, Posted by Celine in coolshit, 0 Comments

Ever wonder what color the sky was at 3:13PM on July 14th? Well there’s a website that can tell you that. (more…)

NYC’s very own Plus Pool

12 Jul 2011, Posted by Celine in coolshit, current events / news, 0 Comments

For cool shit I presented the Kickstarter project + Pool as an attempt to spread the word on this exciting new project in the New York City. + Pool is proposed to be located in the east river and will be filled with filtered water from the Hudson river. (more…)

The ‘Most Social City In The World’ Award Goes To…Cincinnati!

07 Jul 2011, Posted by Samantha in technology, 1 Comments

I got to sit down with Mashable’s contest winner and social media guru, Blair Ward, to talk about how he brought home the bacon for Cincinnati.
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Luke. I Am Your…Greenpeace Advocate.

29 Jun 2011, Posted by Samantha in brands, 0 Comments

We all know the “go big or go home” attitude of the larger than life Superbowl advertisements that captivate us between kick-offs and touchdowns. But who would’ve thought the spoofs of such ads would be equally as awesome, and quite possibly have even more of an impact.  (more…)