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TechnologyNurturing joy and safety: the thoughtful design of a drone for kidsDesigned by Liam de la Bedoyere, the design of Tamadoro is crafted to encapsulate the fundamental values of delight, security, and ease crucial for the well-being of childrenAmidst the realm of innovation and creativity, Tamadoro emerges as a remarkable creation designed with young adventurers
Lighting designEmbracing tradition and innovation: the versatile brilliance of the Beam LampBeam lamp by Jones & Partners engages in various roles, from guiding users through their homes as a night light to serving as emergency illumination during power outagesDrawing inspiration from both classic wall lamps and lanterns, the Beam lamp by Jones & Partners embodies
Multidisciplinary practice Otherworlds, has expanded a Goan villa with an expansive bamboo canopy and restaurant in Panjim, Goa, India.The 6,200 sq ft…
Esja Architecture has created a circular viewing platform in the Eastern Fjords of Iceland.Called the Ring of Bjólfur, it is…
Wroclaw-based architecture firm Znamy się designed a cobalt bar and orange circular element to create a club-like atmosphere and sunset…
Montreal and Ottawa-based Figurr Architects Collective has designed warm,sun-filled interiors that redefine the concept of the workplace in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.The…
von Gerkan and Marg and Partners Architects (gmp) have won the bid to convertthe historic Columbus Cruise Terminal (CCB) in…
Home appliancesA terracotta cooling device that integrates nature with modern technologyThis ingenious design leverages the efficacy of a porous terracotta container filled with water. This ancient architectural practice, once prevalent in Egypt, the Middle East, and hotter parts of India, has been reimagined to offer efficient and eco-friendly cooling solutionsInspired by the natural world’s elegance
Diving into the realm of innovative packaging design, our interview with Juan Campdera, CEO at Aktiva, introduces us to the world of molded pulp packaging.With a focus on sustainability and functionality, Campdera sheds light on the captivating intricacies of this remarkable packaging solution. Molded pulp, or molded fiber packaging, emerges as a product of various
US studio Avenir Creative has completed the renovation of a historic hotel in Montgomery, Alabama, restoring a trio of buildings in accordance with local heritage. Close to the riverfront, the 117-room Trilogy Montgomery has reopened following an extensive overhaul by Chicago-based Avenir Creative. Trilogy Montgomery’s airy lobby features whitewashed brick walls and eclectic furnitureThree buildings
German practice Studio Besau-Marguerre has overhauled the entrance hall of Hamburg’s MK&G design museum, using colours to guide visitors through the space. The brief was to create new zoning in the foyer for better wayfinding and orientation while setting the tone for the rest of the museum with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Studio Besau-Marguerre
The impact of metaverse technology on architecture,It’s currently hard to quantify the Metaverse effect,try to think of it as combining…
In an era when humanity’s detrimental impact on the environment is becoming increasingly apparent,the concept of re-wildlife has emerged as…
Design firm Leadoff Studio and Spora Health introduce Momma’s Kit – a health monitoring system aiming to reduce Black maternal mortality rates with the help of attention-grabbing graphics and packaging.Did you know that Black women have a maternal mortality rate of 37.3 deaths per 100,000 live births compared to 14.9 for white women and 11.8
After years of domination, perpendicular lines and right angles are giving way to organic designs and rounded shapes in interior…
Understand the structural construction mechanism,Construction on the Monadnock Building in Chicago began construction in 1891 and is still in use…
Proposal by Antoine Breddock for the New Mexico Bicycle Road Project,Architect Antoine Predock has revealed his vision for the Albuquerque…
Implementation of adaptive urban regulations in the USA,In an ever-evolving landscape of urban development, cities face a range of challenges…
Architecture and what it reflects from the current culture,What we build can be metaphorical, often intentionally, and sometimes subconsciously.But architecture…
Bringing a new air of fun and sustainability to dog products – design agency Layer led by Benjamin Hubert creates canine-friendly branding for Canada-based Earth Rated from sustainable packaging to products.Born in 2010 to celebrate pet ownership and make life with dogs simpler and better, Earth Rated needed a refreshing playful identity to reflect its
DesignHow can we bring physical sensations back to our creative process and mediate our relationship with technology? Taking a tactile approach to generative AI design – Promptac show us howBridging the gap between the digital and physical world – Royal College of Art graduate Zhaodi Feng presents an interactive toolkit Promptac that allows users to
