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a glimpse into the best of art dubai week 2024
designboom explores the highlights of the 17th edition of art dubai, which consisted of over 120 galleries from 40 countries, over 60 cities and over 35,000 visitors.
michèle lamy's latest exhibition in dubai oscillates between light and darkness
with works by the likes of nacho carbonell and rick owens, alongside regional artists, the show recalls dubai's starkly contrasting landscape as it shifts from day to night.
remembering marcello gandini, italian car designer of lamborghini, ferrari, maserati and more
the italian car designer marcello gandini, whose body of work includes models for lamborghini, ferrari and maserati, passed away at 85 on march 13th, 2024 in turin.
klaus dahlenkamp envisions a sleek, futuristic alfa romeo supercar concept
this concept car by klaus dahlenkamp takes the italian car manufacturer’s legacy and streamlines its design into a striking vision.
undulating contours outline hilly evergreen residential tower on dubai creek harbor
embracing the natural landscape, the skyscraper designed by theeae architects incorporates a multifaceted platform, encouraging outdoor engagement.
theeAe proposes shenzhen cultural + art centre inspired by traditional chinese pottery
theeAe suggest a cultural centre composed of three parts, combined into a single volume inspired by traditional chinese pottery.
michèle lamy's latest exhibition in dubai oscillates between light and darkness
with works by the likes of nacho carbonell and rick owens, alongside regional artists, the show recalls dubai's starkly contrasting landscape as it shifts from day to night.
nacho carbonell explores senses & memory in first US show at carpenters workshop gallery
the exhibition features light sculptures in the form of sinuous trees, as well as tables and cabinets textured like the sun-baked mediterranean earth.
estudio PKa-designed 'casa órbita' revolves around a central garden in argentina
completed by architecture practice estudio PKa, 'casa órbita' is a home in argentina fronted by a curving, corten steel screen.
estudio PK's 'casa hormiga' restoration in buenos aires is infused with lush plant life
the original dwelling shows exposed brickwork, while the upper intervention takes shape with lightweight, perforated screening.
coke studio's hypnotic vinyls come to life with moving animation
every time the record owner spins one of coke studio’s ‘video vinyls,’ the illustrated animation sequence drawn on the discs comes to life.
the undrinkable can is a satirical statement against the world's most-sold drink
in a bold fusion of art and activism, the undrinkable can emerges as a poignant commentary on the environmental and health impacts of coca-cola's universal presence.
this vertical bike powered by honda climbs trees to prevent deforestation
ogilvy perú has created the vertical bike, a vehicle that uses a Honda motor to help farmers harvest the aguaje fruit without felling trees.
new york philharmonic gets a new look ahead of opening at lincoln center
the NY phil's new identity by ogilvy punctuates two years of closure just in time for the opening of david geffen hall.
kuwait unveils 'visionary lighthouse' expo 2025 osaka pavilion designed by LAVA
the wing-like design crafted by LAVA symbolizes a welcoming gesture, nodding to kuwait's hospitality.
immersive cubes float in a forest of columns at expo 2020 dubai's german pavilion
LAVA laboratory for visionary architecture designs the german pavilion to embody sustainable ideals.
jiejie studio transforms cluttered beijing hutong into luminous workspace
jiejie studio's new beijing office began as a cluttered hutong courtyard, and was renovated into a contemporary, sunlit workspace.
atelier d'more revives traditional beijing architecture with playful intervention
beijing's 'twosome inn' takes shape with ancient rhythms reimagined by atelier d'more through a contemporary lens.
james kerwin photographs vibrant hidden mosques across turkey's most remote villages
the photographer steered away from conventional travel routes and traveled across 18 towns and over 40 villages in search of these hidden gems.
james kerwin photographs the timeless charm of abandoned architecture across lebanon
the photographer takes us on a new tour of traditional lebanese mansions, houses, and palaces -- capturing their derelict yet striking aesthetics from a past century.
LAYER and deutsche telekom come up with holographic and emotive robot home assistants
LAYER and deutsche telekom design and customer experience team up to create three conceptual home devices from a holographic workspace inside a glass ball to a roving robot assistant.
samsung unveils galaxy ring, a smart AI-powered wellness companion at your fingertips
the new wearable brings samsung's latest innovations to the smallest form for comfortable 24/7 wear.
deutsche telekom design's AI installation questions future of digital at MWC barcelona 2023
deutsche telekom questions the future of digital design with a robotic installation with AI-generated images during MWC barcelona 2023.
deutsche telekom & LAYER's magenta-mirrored installation reflects connectivity
an infinite room of dazzling, dynamic magenta welcomed visitors to the interni design re-generation exhibition during milan design week 2022.
house H: minimalist box encloses complex interiors by shinsuke fujii architects
shinsuke fujii architecture encloses 'house H' in a white shell that complements the quiet atmosphere of the neighborhood in yokohama.
shinsuke fujii designs integrated oblique wall for the 'bookshelf house' in yokohama
a series of steps links the upper and lower levels, unified by the sloping bookshelf.
andyrahman architect ornaments mosque in indonesia with lombok-style wickerwork
balancing contemporary elements with local traditions, the mosque by andyrahman architect adapts to the times.
bamboo 'breathing walls' draw natural light in andyrahman's biophilic workspace in indonesia
architecture studio andyrahman has designed a new biophilic workspace for his practice in sidoarjo, east java, indonesia.
jagged cantilever protrudes from AD+studio's house on a narrow alley in vietnam
architectural solutions were crafted in response to both functional requirements and aesthetics, evident in the details and color palette.
serpentine pink staircase highlights the inclination of AD+studio's house in vietnam
AD+studio's residential project is characterized by its staggered arrangement.
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New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 Underbridge #2 $ 9,290.00 USD deadline: october 19th, 2026 Call for Entries: UX Design Awards - Spring 2027 deadline: november 15th, 2026 The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 The Architect’s Chair Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: january 5th, 2027 2026 TITAN Property Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026 2026 NY Product Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 2027 French Design Awards deadline: april 6th, 2027 2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 all competitions
New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 
Underbridge #2 $ 9,290.00 USD deadline: october 19th, 2026 
Call for Entries: UX Design Awards - Spring 2027 deadline: november 15th, 2026 
The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
The Architect’s Chair Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: january 5th, 2027 
2026 TITAN Property Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026 
2026 NY Product Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
2027 French Design Awards deadline: april 6th, 2027 
2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 
