filipe vilas-boas carries the cross of social media around london's tate modern
the conceptual artist continues to question our use of social media platforms with his 'carrying the cross' performance.
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filipe vilas-boas takes 'carrying the cross' of facebook to the streets of lisbon
at the end of the performance, the artist raises the giant blue 'f' for its symbolic crucifixion.
EM2N wraps cinémathèque suisse in a shell of cor-ten steel in penthaz, switzerland
the complex comprises a linear combination of new and remodeled, existing volumes.
brussels prepares to welcome its own centre pompidou as winning scheme is unveiled
the city's former citroën garage will be transformed into 'KANAL - centre pompidou', a new institution in the belgian capital.
guilherme da rosa captures the clean white lines of bevk perović's ljubljana islamic center
the project is characterized by the muted palette where the white of the façade and the light color of the concrete work in harmony.
bevk perović arhitekti to renovate and extend slovenia's national theater
the extension forms a stark contrast against the historic building, with tall rippling walls flanking the original architecture.
maurizio galante and tal lancman create whimsical dreamscapes for Hermès hong kong stores
maurizio galante and tal lancman turned objects such as buttons, shoelaces, pencils, and children’s books into design installations.
maurizio galante & tal lancman's bedroom for AD intérieurs arouses a surreal dreamscape
the space takes life with a kaleidoscopic effect covered with floor-to-ceiling carpet in red onyx motif, like rorschach test ink blots in a multitude of reds.
mitsubishi reveals 'Mi-Tech' hybrid buggy concept with AR windscreen
the plug-in hybrid features blocky bodywork and a windshield that doubles up as one big augmented reality display.
mazda unveils first electric car featuring rear-hinged ‘freestyle’ doors
the mazda MX-30 features unique freestyle doors, recycled cork and leather made from plastic bottles.
ada by jenny sabin is an installation that translates people's expressions into light and color
the project investigates how hidden expressions and emotion in the built environment can be revealed through the use of technology.
jenny sabin presents LUSTER, a photoluminescent installation in new york
at the opening of LUSTER at house of peroni, designboom spoke with jenny sabin about her transdisciplinary investigations and collaborations.
'incomplete' sculptures of travelers by bruno catalano dock in venice
a group of distinctly unusual travelers have arrived and dispersed across the ancient city for the venice art biennale 2019.
zhanna kadyrova repurposes ceramic tiles into garments in second hand project
carried out in different places, the project responds to the architectural and social memory of particular communities.
SN design architects builds house in kakegawa, japan, with a wooden frame and gable roof
spanning more than 30 meters in length, the roof covers most exterior and interior spaces.
SN design architects combines individual cubes into the enoki nursery school in japan
the small volumes blur the boundaries between outside and inside.
fernando guerra exhibition in lisbon designed by diogo aguiar studio
'double exposure' presents the portuguese photographer's career to date within flight cases – a nod to guerra's life on the road.
diogo aguiar studio converts disused barn into winery in pastoral northern portugal
the conversion of a former barn into a a touristic destination for lovers of wine includes a tasting room and a shop in along the wine route of northern portugal.
CL3 imagines modern furniture for an emperor in korean palace exhibition
CL3 incorporated contemporary pieces such as desks and storage into the typical pushcart form, blending the modern with tradition.
CL3 builds gaysorn II, a business and retail hub in bangkok's CBD
the project aims to create a new approach to commercial design through careful planning and curation of lifestyle, work, play and grow in a holistic environment.
readers radar explores how rural housing in india integrates nature and architecture
this edition of designboom readers radar highlights how architecture in india generates rural housing through an integration with its natural context.
designboom readers radar ends summer with a splash of seaside architecture
at the closing of the season designboom gathers a last look at our favorite works of summer architecture in this edition of readers radar.
designers celebrate traditional crafts + community artisanship at caravana americana
the mexican trade fair highlighted the work of local communities and the importance of preserving traditional crafting techniques.
nido muebles' hanging wicker bassinets + children's furniture at caravana americana
its pieces incorporate playful forms, natural materials, and artisanal work in their creation.
mario alessiani blends italian craft with technology in latest collection
soul_tech's elegant collection includes a bluetooth speaker, a wireless charger for smartphones and a touch screen pen.
mario alessiani handcrafts 'flamingo' lamp with minimalist flair
with its small LED lighting source and metal frame, the structure is reduced almost to its bare minimum.
innovation, craftsmanship and local materials take center stage at amman design week 2019
returning to the jordanian capital for the 3rd edition, the event welcomed designers to explore this years theme of 'possibilities'.
amman design week 2019: old and new cultures craft future possibilities
running from october 4-12 in the capital of jordan, designboom highlights 10 unmissable events planned for amman design week 2019.
stefano boeri, metrogramma, and inside outside to revitalize site of genoa's collapsed bridge
while renzo piano is designing the valley's new crossing, a team of three has been selected to reactivate the area surrounding it.
redesigning detroit: a new landmark by rossetti + metrogramma
the triangular shaped proposal won third place in the redesigning detroit competition.
this holistic, beachfront retreat in the bahamas is designed for guests to disconnect
for discerning travelers seeking a paradise infused with adventure.
roberto burle marx celebrated in new york botanical garden exhibition
the exhibit includes a series of gardens designed by raymond jungles, as well as a curated gallery of burle marx's paintings, drawings, and textiles.
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Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026 2026 NY Architectural & Interior Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 The Oak Moon Pavilion $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: march 1st, 2027 2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 2027 French Design Awards deadline: april 6th, 2027 Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: october 20th, 2026 L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 all competitions
Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 
New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 
International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026 
2026 NY Architectural & Interior Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
The Oak Moon Pavilion $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: march 1st, 2027 
2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 
2027 French Design Awards deadline: april 6th, 2027 
Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 
Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2026 $ 115,875.00 USD deadline: october 20th, 2026 
L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 
