Before electric lights and smartphones lit our way, there was the age-old lantern, a humble fixture steeped in story. From fairytales and folklore to late-night wanderers and mythical guides, lanterns have long served as beacons through darkness, carrying with them a quiet kind of magic. They’ve flickered through forest paths, lit up cottage windows, and […]
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Monica Taverniti inspires dialogue about personal interpretation within exploratory form in her latest exhibition entitled Next of Kin, presented by Novalis Art Design in Hong Kong. These forms occupy the function of cabinets, dressers, and tables, but imbue these ordinary notions with fantastical industrial details, an ode to Memphis design. Regular sets of shelves give […]
Often dismissed as dated or utilitarian, laminates don’t always get the love they deserve. But at Milan Design Week 2025, Formica Group gave them a well-deserved spotlight. The brand staged a compelling case for laminate’s place in design history with Formica (r)Evolution. Housed at FENIX Scenario, the exhibition took visitors on a layered journey – […]
Industrial yet approachable, the A45 System from Parafernalia presents a different view of modular seating – elements working in tandem to create seating that can be added on to and taken away, as per the user’s needs. A shiny, minimally finished stainless steel creates an industrial, approachable look, while solid lines, proportion, and clever rotations […]
To create or to make is to forge progress – to reject that is just poor taste. And in spite of market turbulence caused by global uncertainty, Milan Design Week 2025 continuously proves that good design thrives in spaces of inclusion. This year’s Salone Del Mobile boasted 302,548 international attendees who came to witness showcases […]
In 2022, furniture brand Uma introduced the T4 collection – a modular seating system with generous curves and a silhouette inspired by lava lamps, London buses, and ’90s television sets. Designed by Holloway Li, the T4 quickly became a standout for its joyful nostalgia and fluid form. Since then, Uma has breathed new life into […]
They may be small in size, but when it comes to making a statement, hardware proves that the tiniest details can have the biggest impact. Like jewelry for your home, knobs, pulls, and handles offer a subtle but powerful way to infuse personality, style, and even a little whimsy into your space – and the […]
Artu creates ergonomic yet aesthetic furniture, durability and thoughtful design at the forefront of their process. The Polish furniture brand recently tapped German designer Moritz Putzier to create a limited edition collection of his Taptap Chair for an exhibition held in Düsseldorf at the NEBN Gallery. This new version features the TapTap Chair emblazoned with […]
While rugs have their place, typically underfoot, who’s to say they can’t rise up to meet us in entirely new ways? That’s the thinking behind DUNE, a sculptural collaboration between German design studio BUDDE and Cologne-based Nando Studio. Debuting at Milan Design Week at Galleria Rossana Orlandi, DUNE reimagines the traditional rug as a fully […]
In a world that moves at an ever-increasing pace, it’s more important than ever to pause and consider our relationship with nature – the landscapes that ground us, inspire us, and often leave us in awe. From misty mountaintops to quiet desert dunes, these untouched places remind us of the beauty that exists beyond the […]
There’s no shortage of emerging contemporary artists and designers coming out of Mexico, and ÁUREA is proof of that. Presented by DIFANE, a multidisciplinary studio and gallery, the exhibition celebrates transformation and new beginnings. Featuring nearly 30 designers, artists, and creatives, it highlights the richness of Mexico’s design landscape and offers a fresh perspective on […]
Accessibility concerns are becoming more prevalent in the design world in recent years, with over 70 million Americans reporting having a disability in 2024. As a staggering amount of the nation continues to feel the effects of a woefully inadequate health system, comprehensive preventative care has become a luxury, available only to those that fit within […]
While the marriage of Japanese and Scandinavian design principles continues to allure us, we seldom see it materialize in a fashion-centric ideation like this. The HidaHida Chair, a collaboration between celebrated architect Kengo Kama and Swedish furniture brand Gärsnäs, reimagines this cross-cultural dialogue with a refined balance of craftsmanship, materiality, and form. More than a […]
When it comes to tiles, are you in the camp that considers them as purely aesthetic or entirely functional? There’s no shortage of beautiful tiles out there – ceramic, marble, terrazzo, concrete – but beyond adding visual interest and protecting walls and surfaces, they usually aren’t considered all that utilitarian. That was before Paris-based studio […]
While bezels are usually employed in design to provide a softer edge to a harsh corner, the examples we see in Kallista’s new Bezel collection, designed in partnership with Cristina Rubinetterie and the design team of Busetti Garuti Redaelli, offer strength in form and function. Adorned with stone and semiprecious details, this bathroom collection feels luxurious […]
As the shift to maximalism continues, the need for personality to show through decor flourishes across multiple industries. Montana Furniture and KIMPOP are ready to celebrate this trend beyond a trend, collaborating on a limited-edition range of furniture created to bring out the bright and the bold in all of us. Six pieces, each designed […]
The theater has always been a place for spectacle, where light, movement, and storytelling come together in a performance to captivate an audience. In that spirit, Sipario, the last lighting design by creative studio Gupica for Fiam Italia, a leader in glass furnishings, takes center stage as a show-stopping act of its own. Presented at […]
No one reimagines everyday objects with endless creativity quite like children, who can turn a simple stick into a magic wand or a blanket into a hidden cave. Designed to embrace that same boundless imagination, the Flipster by Wigiwama fosters both comfort and play. This versatile lounge chair transforms into a fold-out bed, but in […]
There’s nothing worse than finally getting some warm weather – only to realize you’ve procrastinated on carving out a proper outdoor hangout. Sure, a beach towel on the grass works in a pinch, but why settle for less when you can bask in bold style and breezy comfort? Dusen Dusen makes indoor/outdoor living effortless with […]
How we remember history often says much about ourselves, and how we share those stories says even more. Luca Nichetto presents the Gio chandelier lamp for &Tradition, an ode to storied Italian designer Gio Ponti as well as his grandfather, who was a glassworker in Murano, Italy. Stripping the traditional chandelier down to its basic […]
For years, designers and consumers alike have been begging the question, where is the color? Where is the decoration? Spanish designer Jaime Hayon has deftly answered this burning humane need throughout his career, and especially with his newest ceramics collection for Italian ceramic leader Bosa, called Danza. With fanciful, decorative elements and approachable, rounded shapes, […]
When we hear the word lamp, a familiar image usually comes to mind – a bulb, a long neck or stand, perhaps a shade. It’s this conventional expectation that makes the LUNO lamp, designed by Amsterdam-based design studio Piet Boon for Italian lighting brand FLOS Bespoke, so compelling. Rather than following tradition, LUNO reimagines what […]
Once a maker of leather-covered pipes, now a coveted global fashion house, Longchamp has never once lost its mastery of craft. In its latest chapter, the French brand has teamed up with celebrated designer Pierre Renart to make its first foray into furniture, where supple leather and sculpted wood come together as one. The collection […]
As one of the oldest games, chess has enchanted generations of players for thousands of years. Said to be a concoction of multiple different games of the time, chaturanga (an Indian precursor) was said to have two essential features found in all later chess variations – different pieces having different powers, and victory depending on […]
