Designer Gustaf Westman’s quirky guide to New York City

Best known for his chunky, vibrant homewares, Swedish designer Gustaf Westman is the sort of guy who likes a dimly-lit bar and a quirky city activity. From tomorrow through Sunday October 3rd, Westman brings his singular design language to New York by way of a pop-up at 25 Fillmore Place in South Williamsburg (his second stateside pop-up) and whilst taking breaks from installing the space, he explored the city in a way that is unmistakably Gustaf Westman.

The last place on Westman’s hit-list, of course, is the pop-up itself. Dubbed Gustaf Westman in New York, the installation presents some of Westman’s greatest hits – Chunky Cups included, natch – and new favourites like the Chunky Wine Glass (currently sold out) in a museum-like setting, complete with guided tours. Also on offer are brand new, limited pieces, like a handmade ceramic Chunky Jug – perfect for drinking glögg over the holidays.

Without further ado, Westman’s totally on-point guide to New York City.

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These are my best running routes:

• Back and forth over the Williamsburg Bridge - this is best in the morning
• Washington Square Park is great for a short jog
• Around Manhattan by the water (see the map below)

How to make your life feel more like a movie: gather all your friends around a small red table in the heart of Times Square and play with a deck of cards.

These are three of my favourite bars in NYC:

• Cafe Gitane
• Le Dive
• Time Again

My top 3 NYC parks to sketch in are:

• Elizabeth Street Garden
• Washington Square Park
• The Battery

I like to work at The Standard East Village's restaurant because they let me bring my own plates, cups and glasses.

My friend Peter recommended that I go to COPS for donuts, and it was delicious. Everyone should go there.

I like having a pop-up in New York on October 10th-13th at 25 Fillmore Place.