With peak 180 horsepower, the original Porsche 911 – debuted in the 1970s – was the pinnacle of performance but also set a trendsetting when it came to style. Black and tan leather carried across from its hyper functional steering wheel and stick shift to its ribbed bucket seats. It’s that same attention to bold […]
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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 […]
A striking blend of futuristic design and advanced transit planning has emerged in Riyadh, where Zaha Hadid Architects has redefined public transportation with the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Metro Station. As part of the massive Riyadh Metro project, this architectural landmark plays a pivotal role in a transformative network set to reshape urban life […]
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 […]
If you spend hours at a computer, you’ve likely experienced wrist fatigue or discomfort at some point. Keychron aims to ease that strain with its latest offering, the Keychron M5 – a sleek and ergonomic wireless vertical mouse designed to reduce wrist pain without compromising on performance. The concept behind vertical mice isn’t new, but […]
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 – […]
Dutch studio DRIFT has long captivated audiences with its kinetic installations, capturing fleeting moments from nature and translating them into immersive, sensory experiences within built environments. At Milan Design Week 2025, artists Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta did it once again with Drift Us, a robotic installation created in collaboration with Audi that evokes the […]
AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is rapidly becoming an integral part of our digital lives, but today’s AI experiences still feel fragmented, impersonal, and often distant. British creative agency LAYER wants to change that. Enter PiA – the Personal Intelligent Assistant – a speculative but compelling concept that envisions AI not as a collection of disjointed […]
Lauren Andersen has always had hustle and drive, whether she was pursuing her career goals or working retail jobs when she was younger. Her college professors provided rich opportunities that were just as impactful as any standard coursework. “They lent me cameras they had used to photograph Andy Warhol, gave me honest critiques, and appreciated […]
Positioning itself as an elevated alternative to standard vacation rental platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO, HIGHSTAY tenders a tightly curated collection of luxury apartments throughout Paris. Each is programmed with all of the hard and soft amenities one would expect from a 5-star hotel. Much of this approach centers on tapping the French capital’s […]
Twice a month we’re inviting one of the Design Milk team members to share five personal favorites – an opportunity for each of us to reveal the sort of designs we love and appreciate in our own lives from a more personal perspective. Social Media Consultant Maivy Tran returns this week for our Take 5 series. 1. Scent Surrections: […]
Warped vinyl records can have a serious impact on playback quality – causing skips, pops, distortion, or even rendering sections of a record unplayable. Pro-Ject, a brand well-regarded for its high-quality yet relatively affordable turntables, now aims to solve this problem with the Pro-Ject Flatten It – a new vinyl flattening machine designed to breathe […]
The green marble arrived before the foundation. This single fact reveals the priorities that would shape this Ontario home, designed by Studio Brocca, where Italian heritage and contemporary design sensibilities converge with thoughtful clarity. Standing on land once occupied by a 1940s property, the new residence serves as a prelude to the French chateau visible […]
A neighborhood coffee shop is usually considered serviceable, yet rarely stylish. So when Manon Delafoy was tapped to transform a former Thai restaurant into a new java spot, she had an entirely different concept. The designer, known for spaces that showcase clean lines and natural hues, envisioned a serene escape from the bustle of Paris. […]
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 […]
Leica may be best known for its ultra high-end cameras, but now the iconic brand is setting its sights on enhancing smartphone photography. Its latest product, the Leica LUX Grip, is designed to bring a more tactile, professional shooting experience to the iPhone. Engineered specifically for smartphone photographers, the LUX Grip mimics the feel and […]
Tucked into a tree-lined area of East Hampton, New York, the Shift House is a new residential project by Palette Architecture that embodies a new paradigm in modern living, where design integrity meets the efficiencies of prefabricated construction. At just 1,600 square feet, this compact yet striking home is a compelling example of how modular […]
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 […]
In the heart of Ermionida, Greece, a former machinery workshop has been given a vibrant new identity as a dynamic and contemporary living space. Apartment V, a project by Anastasia Naki of Naki Atelier, breathes new life into a once-industrial setting, integrating modern design elements while paying homage to its past. Spanning 807 square feet, […]
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 […]
Smart trackers are becoming increasingly common, but few of them look as cool and unique as Roam, which was designed by design firm Tangerine. The new tracker is designed to bring a little character to the smart tracker, while offering a more eco-friendly build in the process. Roam is also designed to be a little […]
