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for the exhibition 'touching tales. the alcantara experience' in collaboration with DAMNº magazine, the london-based designer was invited to play with alcantara's versatile material for an installation at imm cologne 2016.
moritz waldemeyer's ming vases use parametric techniques to create a complex geometry of stainless steel elements and custom LED boards.
the company produces decks made from premium exotic wood laminate, including: fraké wood, rosewood, zebra wood and ziricote wood; each available in a limited edition of 100.
each unique limited edition design draws its formal influences from the geometric boldness of modern architecture.
while many of japan's reinforced concrete structures have been demolished prematurely, the architect sought to create a home that would stand the test of time.
behind the exterior's concrete earthquake-proof walls, a connected series of rooms offers residents communal and secluded living space, with a large open plan kitchen found at ground floor level.
'sound of light' comprises 1000 CDs pinned to the façade of a derelict roadside structure, turning the wooden dwelling into a glistening landmark.
informed by african craftwork usually found in bowls and plates, the abstracted configuration formed within the circle secretly displays the image of a blue wildebeest.
serving as a center for archaeology and a symbolic attraction in rezé, the architecture references medieval towers and observatories.
taking its name from an 1940's cary grant dark comedy about a murderous pair of elderly aunts, the complex of homes for seniors creates a small, dense neighborhood centered on communal green space and town views.
located in port vell, the waterfront has been revitalized with the addition of the luxury oneocean club which hosts one of largest superyacht marinas in the mediterranean.
each skate park blends the sport, a park, a square into one public space within the city, thus creating new meeting points, uniting people of different backgrounds and encouraging social interaction.
located in mexico city, the dwelling has been built on an area of land between two recently constructed properties.
located at the intersection of two streets, one busy with traffic, and the other serving purely as residential access, the design features two very different frontages.
the design pairs luxurious, drape-like fabrics with a slender build and dark wooden base; giving it a spot on aesthetic to its 1950s bar influence.
featuring a clean, understated look that's well known through out the scene, the '79 'CBC' isn't just fun to look at, it's also tuned for maximum output.
the first phase -- currently available for pre-order on kickstarter -- includes a series of 200 individual tiles that compose the entire borough of manhattan.
the 3D printed necklace is a tongue-in-cheek addition to their jewelry series 'the world is your oyster.'
deesawat caters to all pet lovers with their outdoor seating area, which allows both human and animal to relax and unwind together.
the thai company manufactures outdoor furniture and building materials that employ sustainable timber and off-cuts from the wood industry in their production.
the two-bed layout has been realized for both commercial and personal use, offering a relaxing retreat in which to take in one's surroundings.
the ‘orbit pavilion’ was designed as a traveling exhibition to spotlight the invisible sounds and trajectories of 19 NASA satellites orbiting the earth.
studioKCA uses water, steel, and light to create a traveling, interactive sculpture in new york, to celebrate the NASA/ESA mission to land a satellite on a comet, nearly 400 million miles away.
designed in collaboration with loom japan, the series of handcrafted furniture are defined by their soft curves, delicate silhouettes and woven detailing.
using japanese roof tiles to natural lacquer paint, the historic material and techniques have been explored in the distinctive series of bowls, plates and cutlery.
for the proposed overhaul, the design team added a series of rooms that have resulted in a dwelling three times the size of the original building.
the vibrant and playful interventions are stretched along the level's long corridor, and reflect the company's graphic style and general desire for a unique identity.
reconsidering the relationship between household appliances and the built environment, ROOMS puts living spaces into furniture.
young french designer gilles belley is one of the designers chosen by philippe starck for the exhibition '10 years, 10 designers', curated by chantal hamaide, editorial director of the french intramuros magazine.
the light is available in table and wall-mounted iterations, both of which are activated without touch using a simple waving hand gesture.
during paris design week, the renowned italian lighting company has exhibited a wide array of their symbolic and new designs inside one of paris' cabinet of curiosities.
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Marca Corona Award 2027 | Contest for artists and designers under 35 $ 1,675.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 
2026 NY Product Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
Call for Entries: UX Design Awards - Spring 2027 deadline: november 15th, 2026 
The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
Compasso d’Oro International Design Award 2027 deadline: january 20th, 2027 
Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
Portugal Long Table Restaurant $ 11,635.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 
2026 London Design Awards Season 2 deadline: december 17th, 2026 
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