DESIGN NEWS
nodstock creates retail interior that reflects the history of japanese design in china
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the chinese city of dalian retains significant vestiges of past japanese occupation including shinto temples, governmental buildings, and japanese-style residences.
the chinese city of dalian retains significant vestiges of past japanese occupation including shinto temples, governmental buildings, and japanese-style residences.
IKEA gunrid air-purifying curtain fights pollution inside your home
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in a similar process to photosynthesis, the IKEA gunrid curtain reduces air pollution when in contact with indoor and outdoor light.
in a similar process to photosynthesis, the IKEA gunrid curtain reduces air pollution when in contact with indoor and outdoor light.
numen/for use constructs adult playground of woven blue tunnels in london car park
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'the tube', a bright blue structure created from nearly 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) of rope formed part of a temporary pop-up in a soho warehouse called 'the weave project'.
'the tube', a bright blue structure created from nearly 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) of rope formed part of a temporary pop-up in a soho warehouse called 'the weave project'.
khodi feiz collaborates with swedese to create the 'amstelle' series of chairs and poufs
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the design utilizes the unique wood moulding techniques perfected by swedese.
the design utilizes the unique wood moulding techniques perfected by swedese.
make your mark with the fully customizable zegna my cesare sneaker
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enhancing traditional craftsmanship, wearers can personalize each piece of the hyper-detailed zegna my cesare shoes.
enhancing traditional craftsmanship, wearers can personalize each piece of the hyper-detailed zegna my cesare shoes.
400,000 pieces of LEGO were used to build this full-size volkswagen
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the VW is decked out in LEGO creations too, including folding tables, a sink, coffee set, gas stove, and artwork.
the VW is decked out in LEGO creations too, including folding tables, a sink, coffee set, gas stove, and artwork.
kamaro’an weaves lighting and stationary out of umbrella sedge plants
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the taiwanese studio collaborates with indigenous craftsmen for all of its products.
the taiwanese studio collaborates with indigenous craftsmen for all of its products.
sheet speaker by swift creatives looks like a simple piece of fabric
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inspired by scandinavian furniture design, sheet is targeted towards the audiophile that still desires speakers with voice assistant capabilities
inspired by scandinavian furniture design, sheet is targeted towards the audiophile that still desires speakers with voice assistant capabilities
dozendots unveils the INKI motorized ballpoint pen with rapidly moving tip
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different shapes can be created depending on the angle of the pen and the pressure that is applied.
different shapes can be created depending on the angle of the pen and the pressure that is applied.
iconic fashion designer karl lagerfeld dies aged 85
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his death comes after missing his end-of-show-bow during the chanel show at paris fashion week in january because he was unable to attend.
his death comes after missing his end-of-show-bow during the chanel show at paris fashion week in january because he was unable to attend.
alessandro mendini: remarkable projects that will continue to influence the design world
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from a tram stop in germany to a smiling corkscrew named ‘anna g.’, we take a look at some of the late designer's most celebrated work.
from a tram stop in germany to a smiling corkscrew named ‘anna g.’, we take a look at some of the late designer's most celebrated work.
designer conserves soured milk in textiles repeating bacterial patterns
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'wanderer' is a series of fabrics with different patterns designed by xijing xu, conceived in the visual style of certain cultures where the receipts come from.
'wanderer' is a series of fabrics with different patterns designed by xijing xu, conceived in the visual style of certain cultures where the receipts come from.
panerai submersible luna rossa pairs timepiece design with sailing
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the watch enhances a high-performing carbon fiber composite material - carbotech - that references the hull of the luna rossa sailing boat.
the watch enhances a high-performing carbon fiber composite material - carbotech - that references the hull of the luna rossa sailing boat.
strange 'crop circles' appearing in japan are the result of 1973 experiment
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aerial photos reveal groups of sugi (japanese cedar) trees swell toward the sky, creating the mysterious circular forests.
aerial photos reveal groups of sugi (japanese cedar) trees swell toward the sky, creating the mysterious circular forests.
in conversation: stefano boeri on la triennale di milano's expansive plans and new identity
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designboom met architect stefano boeri, who was recently elected president of la triennale di milano, to investigate how he and his team of curators intend to bring the »
designboom met architect stefano boeri, who was recently elected president of la triennale di milano, to investigate how he and his team of curators intend to bring the institution back to its traditional, celebrated roots.
alessandro mendini passes away aged 87
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in honor of his life and work, we revisit our conversation back in 2000, where he spoke about the media, the internet, his fears, and his favorite projects.
in honor of his life and work, we revisit our conversation back in 2000, where he spoke about the media, the internet, his fears, and his favorite projects.
snarkitecture builds narrative installation for LAUFEN at milan design week 2019
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from clay to ceramic, snarkitecture captures the transformation of the raw material into unique, excelling bathroom products by LAUFEN.
from clay to ceramic, snarkitecture captures the transformation of the raw material into unique, excelling bathroom products by LAUFEN.
benjamin hubert unveils app-controlled seating concept for airbus
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'move' utilises smart textiles enabling passengers to monitor and control variables, including seat tension and temperature.
'move' utilises smart textiles enabling passengers to monitor and control variables, including seat tension and temperature.
atelier 360 creates ergonomic design for 'mobi' blood pressure monitor
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the inflation handle has been shaped to suit all hands and achieve unique ergonomics.
the inflation handle has been shaped to suit all hands and achieve unique ergonomics.
artek presents chair designs by TAF studio and alvar aalto during stockholm furniture fair
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the two chairs were displayed side by side in a booth that playfully references the new webbing upholstery on the aalto classic.
the two chairs were displayed side by side in a booth that playfully references the new webbing upholstery on the aalto classic.
the magic within: swatch's new timepiece debuts anti-magnetic materials
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the swatch flymagic's hairspring decreases the negative impact of the everyday environment’s magnetic fields on its mechanical movement.
the swatch flymagic's hairspring decreases the negative impact of the everyday environment’s magnetic fields on its mechanical movement.
designer turns a shopping cart into an affordable DIY wheelchair
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with a desire to help as many people as possible, the designer apichai inthutsingh wants to show us how to improve a simple shopping cart and create a wheelchair to fit their »
with a desire to help as many people as possible, the designer apichai inthutsingh wants to show us how to improve a simple shopping cart and create a wheelchair to fit their lifestyle.
the portable speaker made from 100% plastic waste by UK based studio gomi
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their aim is to introduce consumer tech products made from waste materials that are otherwise destined for landfill or the ocean.
their aim is to introduce consumer tech products made from waste materials that are otherwise destined for landfill or the ocean.
2019 A' design award and competition - last call for entries
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international recognition and extensive winner packs await laureates of the A' design award and competition, with entries closing on february 28.
international recognition and extensive winner packs await laureates of the A' design award and competition, with entries closing on february 28.
the bruder EXP-4 is a rugged off-road camper with teardrop amenities
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bruder returns with a smaller, simpler, more suitably priced younger brother to its off-road ranger.
bruder returns with a smaller, simpler, more suitably priced younger brother to its off-road ranger.
MINI LIVING tours world with four site-specific urban cabin homes
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from london, new york, los angeles and beijing, explore MINI LIVING's four urban cabins and their ideas on living big on a small footprint.
from london, new york, los angeles and beijing, explore MINI LIVING's four urban cabins and their ideas on living big on a small footprint.
FREITAG introduces lightweight accessories made of recycled plastic bottles
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FREITAG ventures beyond its trusted truck tarps with the tarp on PET line, a series of light and robust accessories combining 100% recycled PET bottles and the company's »
FREITAG ventures beyond its trusted truck tarps with the tarp on PET line, a series of light and robust accessories combining 100% recycled PET bottles and the company's signature material.
NU:RO analog watch mesmerizes with its minimalist twin movement
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the two dials of the NU:RO watch, with hours at the top and minutes at the bottom, rotate to show the time in the middle inside the hourglass.
the two dials of the NU:RO watch, with hours at the top and minutes at the bottom, rotate to show the time in the middle inside the hourglass.
