In the New York Times blog Remix, there is a post called "Craft Fare" that discusses a new up-and-coming designer Paul Loebach. His designs use a combination of craft and technology to create something new. I think this is what design should be about - combining the old recognized traditions with new modern looks. Taking something that is tried and true and putting a little spin on it. That to me is something that takes skill.
His works look like something stylish that you can use, rather than something that should just sit there. Although a designer may want to create something that is amazing and makes people stare, it is also about practicality. It's nice when creations don't make you wonder what that designer was thinking.
Here is a picture of some of his work.
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