DESIGN NEWS
moreno ratti's 'sponge' flowerpot uses travertine marble to help plants grow
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the collection explores how the mineral salts within marble can help nourish plants as they are absorbed through the water.
the collection explores how the mineral salts within marble can help nourish plants as they are absorbed through the water.
stelios mousarris uses google earth to 3D print a mountain shaped ping pong table
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the solid steel 3D printed structure gives stability to the whole table and will withstand even the strongest ping pong shots.
the solid steel 3D printed structure gives stability to the whole table and will withstand even the strongest ping pong shots.
whyixd hangs 140 metal flowers that move to the music on a taiwan building lobby
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whyixd 'planted' the seeds of the flowers into the concrete wall, blooming out of the surface and becoming a dynamic piece.
whyixd 'planted' the seeds of the flowers into the concrete wall, blooming out of the surface and becoming a dynamic piece.
pierre terblanche designs futuristic 'BST hyperTEK' electric motorcycle
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the motorcycle can travel up to 186 miles fully charged, and only requires 30 minutes to charge.
the motorcycle can travel up to 186 miles fully charged, and only requires 30 minutes to charge.
porky hefer channels chemical reactions with molecule-shaped seating pods
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the artist draws from the complexity of human connections to both each other and the natural world.
the artist draws from the complexity of human connections to both each other and the natural world.
hyukjoon choi's minimalist timber bench makes reference to traditional korean houses
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the ladder-shape legs are inspired by the connecting rafters, or seokkarae, that are used to construct korean hanok houses.
the ladder-shape legs are inspired by the connecting rafters, or seokkarae, that are used to construct korean hanok houses.
moncler genius creates puppy puffers in latest collaboration with poldo
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classic moncler styles in four-legged cuts.
classic moncler styles in four-legged cuts.
virgil abloh's 'figures of speech' exhibition goes on view in atlanta
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the exhibition presents prototypes alongside finished artworks, product designs, and fashion to reveal abloh's countless inspirations.
the exhibition presents prototypes alongside finished artworks, product designs, and fashion to reveal abloh's countless inspirations.
fernando mastrangelo sculpts hand-dyed mirrors to reflect beauty of dubai
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from its sunsets to waterways, fernando mastrangelo's mirrors each reflect a geographical narrative of dubai.
from its sunsets to waterways, fernando mastrangelo's mirrors each reflect a geographical narrative of dubai.
adidas reveals second generation 100% recyclable running sneaker
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after taking the first edition back, adidas has recycled them to create components for an entirely new shoe.
after taking the first edition back, adidas has recycled them to create components for an entirely new shoe.
SIGMA fp, the world's smallest, lightest full-frame mirrorless camera, wins GOOD DESIGN gold award
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the perfect camera to enjoy full-frame quality images in everyday snaps.
the perfect camera to enjoy full-frame quality images in everyday snaps.
global grad show 2019 exhibits products that promote conscious living
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the largest and most diverse showcase of universities and their creative students returns as part of dubai design week 2019.
the largest and most diverse showcase of universities and their creative students returns as part of dubai design week 2019.
kengo kuma ASICS collaboration references japanese bamboo weaving
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japanese architect kengo kuma has collaborated with ASICS to create a new metaride AMU silhouette that incorporates traditional bamboo craft techniques.
japanese architect kengo kuma has collaborated with ASICS to create a new metaride AMU silhouette that incorporates traditional bamboo craft techniques.
SPACE10 opens new research and design lab in delhi, india
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the goal of the creative hub is to establish a collaborative platform where experts, creatives, and specialists from different backgrounds can come together.
the goal of the creative hub is to establish a collaborative platform where experts, creatives, and specialists from different backgrounds can come together.
kazuyo sejima's high-speed japanese train wins GOOD DESIGN gold award
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‘laview’ has recently been awarded the 2019 GOOD DESIGN gold award.
‘laview’ has recently been awarded the 2019 GOOD DESIGN gold award.
&walsh devises punchy patterns + vibrant visual identity for egyptian street food spot, zooba
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contemporary and humorous patterns and illustrations are inspired by the streets of cairo.
contemporary and humorous patterns and illustrations are inspired by the streets of cairo.
joachim froment designs 3D printed furniture out of recycled plastic waste
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froment designed the full scale objects to be printed by a 3D printer in less than two hours using minimal material.
froment designed the full scale objects to be printed by a 3D printer in less than two hours using minimal material.
minimal, residential fire extinguisher wins GOOD DESIGN good focus award 2019
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the concept behind the project centers around the phrase 'take bosai (disaster preparedness) into your lifestyle', with the aim of holistically integrating the device into the »
the concept behind the project centers around the phrase 'take bosai (disaster preparedness) into your lifestyle', with the aim of holistically integrating the device into the home.
joanna laajisto's neutral tones calm hot desking at columbia road's office in helsinki
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the new design emphasizes the importance of common areas, with the kitchen and lounges taking center stage and traditional desk space limited.
the new design emphasizes the importance of common areas, with the kitchen and lounges taking center stage and traditional desk space limited.
japanese company ARAKAWA invents the world's most compact gripper mechanisms
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the gripper remains naturally fixed on the wire, without the need for additional mechanisms or tools.
the gripper remains naturally fixed on the wire, without the need for additional mechanisms or tools.
OHI brings the basque furniture heritage into our contemporary landscape
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for this project, OHI has collaborated with students, creators, craftsmen and designers during the basque design project workshop.
for this project, OHI has collaborated with students, creators, craftsmen and designers during the basque design project workshop.
kanye west's yeezy sneaker will be made using algae in new 'seed to sole' concept
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the rapper and fashion designer spoke of a 4,000-acre ranch explaining that it would eventually have have its own hydroponic farm.
the rapper and fashion designer spoke of a 4,000-acre ranch explaining that it would eventually have have its own hydroponic farm.
exclusive interview: virgil abloh discusses his 'MARKERAD' collection for IKEA
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designboom spoke with abloh about the collaborative process behind 'MARKERAD', and what this project means for the future of art, streetwear, and furniture design.
designboom spoke with abloh about the collaborative process behind 'MARKERAD', and what this project means for the future of art, streetwear, and furniture design.
the avenue imagines a 'dystopian paradise' taken over by nature in a UK shopping mall
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using elements of biophilic design, the space has been transformed into a dystopian future where nature has taken over our built environment.
using elements of biophilic design, the space has been transformed into a dystopian future where nature has taken over our built environment.
dior and RIMOWA launch luxe luggage capsule collection
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featuring a fresh take on a handful of RIMOWA’s most sought after designs, the collection celebrates both heritage and the future of the brands.
featuring a fresh take on a handful of RIMOWA’s most sought after designs, the collection celebrates both heritage and the future of the brands.
rapid diagnostic kit for tuberculosis wins 2019 japan GOOD DESIGN grand award
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the design has been highly praised for making it possible to easily diagnose TB in developing countries with a 70% sensitivity, which is equivalent to expensive diagnostic »
the design has been highly praised for making it possible to easily diagnose TB in developing countries with a 70% sensitivity, which is equivalent to expensive diagnostic equipment.
oniki layers 400 wires to create the CORD/CODE spatial installation in tokyo
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the project presents the spatial design of the store through scaled models along with a new installation and a newly designed chair.
the project presents the spatial design of the store through scaled models along with a new installation and a newly designed chair.
AGO projects + sala hars put luis barragán's art collection on display in his mexico city studio
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designboom visited barragán's house last month, and had a chance to view the artworks from sides that have never been accessible to the public before, thanks to this installation.
designboom visited barragán's house last month, and had a chance to view the artworks from sides that have never been accessible to the public before, thanks to this installation.
