In every era of design, there comes a moment when the spotlight shifts, from the
finished object to the hands and minds behind it. Our February 2026 issue, “The
New Makers,” is dedicated to that shift. This edition is a tribute to creators who are
redefining what it means to make, not only through craftsmanship, but through cu
riosity, experimentation, and cross-disciplinary thinking. Today’s maker is not confined
to a single studio or tradition; they move fluidly between code and clay, algorithm and
atelier, machine and hand.
We are witnessing a renaissance of process. Across design, architecture, fashion,
horology, and product innovation, the act of making has become visible again, trans
parent, intentional, and story-driven. The new generation of makers embraces both her
itage technique and emerging technology, proving that innovation is strongest when it is
rooted in understanding. Tools may evolve, but purpose remains timeless: to create with
meaning, precision, and emotional resonance.
In this issue, we explore the studios, brands, and independent voices shaping this
movement. From experimental material research and computational design to revived
artisanal practices and bold collaborative models, each feature highlights a different
path toward authorship and excellence. Together, they reveal a global ecosystem where
making is no longer hidden behind the curtain,  it is the narrative itself.
As you move through these pages, we invite you to look beyond the object and into
the process, the decisions, iterations, and risks that bring ideas to life. Because the
future of design will not only be imagined,  it will be made.