Lola interviewed Vann Alexandra founder Alex Daly in a recent piece. In the interview, Alex describes the origins of her trademarked nickname, “the Crowdsourceress.” She also gives advice to women forging their own career path, discusses some of the strangest proposals she’s received at Vann Alexandra,  and even reveals the actress she would choose to play her in her life’s movie (hint: It’s Drew Barrymore). Read the full interview on Lola.

Patrick Burgoyne covered the Dieter Rams Documentary Kickstarter in an article for the Creative Review. The Kickstarter is raising funds for the first documentary about the legendary designer and to preserve and digitize his incredible design archive. In exchange for donations, backers can receive a digital copy of the film, limited edition prints designed by Michael C. Place of Build, a tour of the Vitsoe factory, and a vintage Braun radio designed by Rams. The Kickstarter campaign is being managed with the help of Vann Alexandra. The full article can be read at Creative Review.

Asad Syrkett covered the Dieter Rams documentary Kickstarter campaign in an article for Curbed. The article explains the need for a documentary about Rams, whose incredible influence in the design world is undeniable. Through his design work at Braun and Vitsoe, and through his his famous “10 Principles of Good Designs,” Rams influenced companies like Apple and Muji. By funding a documentary about Rams on Kickstarter, director Gary Hustwit hopes to educate a wide audience about Rams’ impact. The full article can be read on Curbed.