Wesley Taylor isn’t reinventing the city he calls home; Detroit has been around far too long for that, he said. But he is looking to push creative boundaries through collaboration. The energy and history of the city, combined with the endless outlets for collaboration and expression give the graphic designer and artist a reason to stay. Here he talks about his life, work and latest installation Complex Movements, which like the city itself draws from music, art and design to create an immersive experience.

When Brian DuBois gave up his computer screen for a saw and workshop, he didn’t look back. A carpenter and woodworker by trade, the Detroit maker isn’t happy unless he’s working with his hands. Now Dubois is putting his passion towards crafting a line of high-end furniture made to last. Like the city he calls home, DuBois won’t stop pushing forward until he’s successful.