Withings: thermometer of the future
Withings, a health tech startup, debuted the BeamO “multiscope” at the Consumer Electronics Show. Developed in collaboration with Elium Studio,…
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3D-printed joints create “first aid kit” for furniture
Yalan Dan, a graduate of the University of the Arts London, has created a range of 3D-printed joints that may…
Quadrodesign: sustainable mindset
Speaking with Enrico Magistro, co-founder of QuadroDesign, about sustainability is like conversing about family history and memories. To begin with,…
Alberto Alessi: a tool for innovation
There’s this sauce, the recipe for which is known to very few, but it tastes good to everyone. Good design…
MAZZU: An innovative foamless, modular mattress
LAYER’s MAZZU mattress is an attempt to rethink mattresses and how they affect our sleep. This innovative solution combines the…
Marc Newson and Swarovski Optik create AI smart binoculars
The AX Visio binoculars by Swarovski Optik, revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show, were created by Marc Newson. These binoculars…
oursociety: a Brand Focused on Cultivating a Community
It has been quite some time since I have been captivated by a unique and intriguing furniture brand like oursociety….
Patch: Fresh Modular Inform Sofa Design
“Patch,” a modular sofa system designed by Chris Martin for the furniture company Massproductions, exudes a sense of warmth, hospitality,…
New York Cafe Reflects “Beauty in Imperfection”
Commoncraft, a Brooklyn studio, designed this New York Cafe East Village with a purposely unfinished look, featuring distressed concrete, used rowlock…
PL Studio: Moroccan-Style Color Schemes for London Residence
PL Studio, a company that specializes in interior design, has revamped an east London townhouse, taking inspiration from the Jardin…
Moore & Giles Masters The Art of Ultimate Luxury
The luxurious pieces of this line effortlessly integrate into upscale projects and achieve a perfect balance of softness and opulence—the…
Javier Guzman Cervantes: furniture made from urban waste
Mexican architect Javier Guzman Cervantes used steel bars and cinderblocks to put together a variety of furniture pieces for a…
Villa Clea: A Home and Artist Residency in Milan
Villa Clea brings a private home, exhibitions and artist residencies together in Milan. A look at its spatial arrangement and inaugural 2023 exhibition.
Philips MyCreation brings sustainability to the next level
Philips MyCreation luminaires make a statement by illustrating how technology and sustainability can be a potent and advantageous combination that…
Lamp Design by Manu Bañó: Oxidised Steel on Sheets of Paper
Manu Baño, an acclaimed designer, fashioned OBJ-03 out of a single sheet of weathered steel, a lamp composed of “the…
Simple Kitchen: The Culinary Space as a Commodity
They traveled around Italy at the beginning of the “Very Simple Kitchen” quest in search of production partners for their…
Populous presents design of an esports arena in Saudi Arabia
Populous, a global architecture studio, has unveiled imagery of the Qiddiya City Esports Arena that will be based in “the…
Oslotre creates “materials bank” with timber construction in Norway
Oslotre, a Norwegian consulting agency, has finished the construction of HasleTre (materials bank), a timber-framed office building. This structure was…
Pierre Yovanovitch Launches Design Gallery in NYC Penthouse
Pierre Yovanovitch, a French designer, has set up his first US showroom and gallery in Chelsea, New York, which showcases…
Madrid Show: Well-being for People and Pets
We may adorn our homes with the toys and accessories of our furry friends, but not often do we design…
Bentley: Scandinavian architecture and design travel experience
In 2023, Bentley Motors promoted a journey throughout Scandinavia, which revolved around architecture and design. This trip included a visit…
