Postmodern Everything: Why 1980s Design Is Having a Moment
There's a moment happening right now on Pinterest and TikTok where suddenly everyone is obsessed with the 1980s. Not the nostalgia of it. Not the irony of it. The actual design of it. People are actively seeking out postmodern ceramics, Memphis-inspired shapes, butter yellow glazes, and sculptural objects that look exactly like they were designed by someone who genuinely didn't care what anyone thought. And honestly? It's the best design trend we've seen in years. What Postmodern Actually Means (And Why You Should Care) Postmodern design emerged in the late 1970s as a direct rebellion against the clean lines and minimalism of mid-century modernism. It said: more is better, rules are meant to be broken, and a butter dish...