BODY HEAT exhibition explores intimacy of human warmth and emotion at droog gallery
curated by yev kravt, the exhibition is on view from september 2nd to october 27th, 2024, at the gallery of droog design in amsterdam.
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droog honors 30 years of rebellious design with twitter feed-inspired triennale show
this special exhibition presents pioneering and iconic designs from a label that, over the years, has generated as much controversy as it has affection
herbst architects' omata beach house glows through a timber screen in new zealand
omata beach house is designed with a timber living pavilion shaped with a curved roof overlooking the new zealand coast.
herbst architects nestles this softly curving house into the new zealand dunes
herbst architects wraps its 'dune house' in a light rain-screen of timber battens, whose curving profile reflects the rolling dunes.
space perspective completes test flight of its spaceship that can bring travelers out of earth
the flight was launched from marine spaceport voyager, the spaceship’s launching vessel, off the coast of st. petersburg, florida, on september 15th, 2024.
roam around space perspective’s neptune capsule and lounge design before its flight in 2025
dan window, space perspective’s head of experience design, speaks with designboom about the design features of its neptune capsule before taking off in 2025.
rui pereira & ryosuke fukusada translate kyoto roof tiles into handcrafted clay pieces
the collection includes a table lamp, wall sconces, and a coffee table, all incorporating elements of the centuries-old kyo-gawara tile-making process.
ryosuke fukusada styles temple-like bathroom collection for morning rituals
under the curation of naoto fukusawa, ryosuke fukusada creates a softer, more gradual and more enjoyable way of starting the day, including a sunrise-mimicking mirror.
cityscape global 2024 real-estate event explores future of living in saudi arabia
focusing on smart cities and sustainable development, cityscape global 2024 is a key event for industry experts to collaborate and shape the future of living.
cityscape global 2023 gathers real-estate leaders to find solutions for a better future
the convening of real estate innovators is destined to enhance their collective capabilities and aid the realization of a better future.
ste murray captures concrete curves and rings of sacra famiglia church in italy as it turns 50
the photo series looks at the sunlit stillness of six interlocking curves which form this sacred space built by paolo portoghesi in the 1970s.
mass studies' minsuk cho on the 2024 serpentine pavilion 'archipelagic void'
the korean architect talks to designboom about the 23rd serpentine pavilion, which opens to the public on june 7th, 2024.
fluffy blue monster looks over dental clinic by ZIKZAK architects in stuttgart
ZIKZAK architects incorporates animals and whimsical creatures in children's dental treatment rooms to capture their attention.
tetsuo yamaji architects builds a dental clinic with residential comfort in japan
the examination room features generous glazings that enable the patients on the dental chairs to gaze outwards.
lluís alexandre casanovas blanco depicts a collage of museums at juan muñoz show in madrid
the exhibition invokes the various galleries and museums where muñoz initially displayed his early works and installations.
lluís alexandre casanovas blanco restores alcalá 31 exhibition hall to its original charm
alcalá 31's extreme makeover aims to enhance the hall's original features diverging from the conventional 'white box' approach.
esprit-inspired lotus theory 1 conceptualizes robotic skin 3-seater supercar
lotus theory 1 debuts 3-seater, wedge-shaped, reverse-doored concept car made from only 10 materials.
design drive: all-electric lotus emeya hyper grand tour from munich to austria
the hills are alive with the sound of electric... join designboom on a grand tour to the austrian alps in the all-electric lotus emeya hyper-GT.
natural textures and safety-first design revitalize green life shonan nursing home in japan
the facility underwent a renovation intending to harmonize the essential cleanliness of a medical environment with a warm atmosphere.
interactive interior facade at issey miyake shinjuku by moment design
conceived as a shop which has two faces, the two colored triangular pattern rhythmically dances in the shop contrasting the product display.
philippe parreno's multimedia show at pola museum conjures the natural and artificial
the artist meticulously transforms the museum into a labyrinth of symbols, where mysterious presences, voices, lights, darkness, and hidden messages configure a dramatic sequence.
philippe parreno infills milan's hangarbicocca with a sound and light experience
shadow, light and and sound intercept and surround architectural elements, immersing visitors in an environment where spacial dimensions seem to participate in an orchestrated score.
1028arq turns 12-square-meter terrace into ceramics studio under dome sunshades in quito
the combination of yellow metal and pine wood in the shelves and the exterior completes the workshop's design.
equine clinic: 1028arq designs an operating theater for horses in ecuador
1028arq’s design is immersive, enhancing the solemnity of the equine surgical process.
aurélien aumond captures serene glow of tokyo buildings after dark through iPhone lens
the series emerges from spontaneous wanderings through empty streets, where the night subtly transforms the architectural forms.
larch cladding folds over a gymnasium in france to echo the mountain topography
architectural photographer aurélien aumond shares images of a new gymnasium built for the town of guillestre in les hautes alpes.
giorgio armani and KITH's archetype collection presents a modern take on classic menswear
giorgio armani and KITH launch their first collection based on four archetypes: artist, entertainer, traveler, and entrepreneur.
tadao ando unveils design for armani beach residences on dubai's palm jumeirah
nestled on the outer crescent of palm jumeirah island, arada's luxurious development hosts 53 residences, including two presidential suites.
concrete residence with integrated yoga studio weaves around yucatan's endemic trees
exposed concrete, polished cement floors, and black-framed windows create a calm atmosphere, allowing nature to take center stage.
RAMA estudio's rammed-earth yoga studio is a wellness oasis in ecuador
the heart of RAMA estudio's 'ágape productive housing' is a timber and rammed-earth building hosting a mixed-use wellness center.
iF DESIGN’s CEO uwe cremering on shaping future with AI, metaverse & sustainability
as iF DESIGN AWARD 2025 opens for submissions, CEO uwe cremering emphasizes the need to stay ahead of trends and the prioritization of sustainable design.
'science fiction design' opens at VITRA under andrés reisinger's creative direction
over 100 objects from the museum’s collection are staged in a futuristic display, spotlighting the space age of the 1960s and ’70s and recent metaverse designs.
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L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 
Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 
2026 NY Product Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
Call for Entries: UX Design Awards - Spring 2027 deadline: november 15th, 2026 
Vancouver Tall Challenge $ 15,000.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 
2026 Rome Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 10th, 2026 
Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 
Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: november 2nd, 2026 
The Architect’s Chair Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: january 5th, 2027 
