Ai Weiwei Evidence Exhibiton | Berlin (GER)

Acclaimed international artist Ai Weiwei recently opened his latest solo exhibition in the 1881 Martin-Gropius-Bau hall in Berlin. Weiwei has installed 6,000 wooden stools across a vast, cavernous space in the former arts and crafts museum; an enormous undertaking, the exhibition displays works that have never before been shown in Germany. Stools (2014) contains many references to Chinese dynastic history and the installation is part of the Evidence exhibition that showcases many new works by Weiwei; it runs until Monday 7th July.

Re-issued Work Jacket by Scout | Seattle (US)

Our obsession with workwear continues with this re-issue of a 1940s French industrial Work Jacket. Crafted in iconic French Blue canvas, this jacket by Scout features a large interior pocket, three front pockets, iridescent metal buttoned closures and reversed orientation buttoned cuffs.

Available from Scout.

Hobo x TRUCK Furniture Backpack Series | Osaka (JAP)

Perhaps not the most obvious pairing but captivating nevertheless, accessories brand Hobo and Osaka-based furniture maker TRUCK have teamed up to create a special backpack collection for Spring/Summer 2014. The limited edition collection features four models crafted from cell-spun nylon, a water-resistant construction complete with leather details and plenty of straps. Waterproof, lightweight and durable, the backpacks have been designed with functionality and convenient storage in mind.

The Hobo x TRUCK Furniture collection is available from Coverchord.

Farmers Racer | Nybro (SWE)

In a world increasingly driven by speed, the art of slow production is being forgotten. By using slow traditional techniques, Lars Gustavsson, the gentleman behind Farmers Racer, has created a well-crafted product range based on the Swedish farmers and industrial workers of the Småland countryside who built and raced self-made motorcycles through the meadows and spruce forests.

Crafted in the South East of Sweden, all Farmers Racer products are bench-made using unique materials and careful craftsmanship. Time and dedication goes into making each waxed cotton backpack, created by one person from start to finish; a nod to the hard work and traditional production methods of the Småland countryside workers.

Making Truck | Osaka (JAP)

Founded in Osaka by designers Tokuhiko Kise and Hiromi Karatsu in 1997, TRUCK has continued to develop products in line with a commitment to 'design the kind of furniture we want ourselves, regardless of fashion'.

Alongside the creation of TRUCK furniture, Tokuhiko and Hiromi have also curated a series of publications and catalogs that document their work as well as the culture and lifestyle that surrounds their brand. Making TRUCK is one such publication; featuring beautiful photography it is an interesting peek behind the scenes of the TRUCK brand and offers insight into the playful personalities behind the products. 

Available from Alder & Co.