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Rotterdam-based designer Lisanne Meester has expanded her Core furniture series into smaller-scale objects with the introduction of the Core Candle Holder, a compact aluminum piece that maintains the architectural sensibilities established throughout her broader collection. This newest addition employs the same material approach of aluminum construction with stainless steel bolt connections that defines the Core aesthetic. Meester's philosophy of creating statement pieces that transcend pure functionality finds expression in this candle holder through its clean lines and strong silhouette,

Scissors are often overlooked as simple, utilitarian tools, but in Japan, they become canvases for design innovation and creative thinking. Japanese designers approach even the most familiar objects with fresh eyes, reimagining everyday tools as pieces of functional art. The result is a lineup of scissors that are as visually captivating as they are practical, each one telling its own design story.

Shopping writer Nikol Slatinska dubbed the Haven sectional as the best sofa for watching movies, and I understand why. Everything about it looks like it was made for lounging, from the low-slung, 108-inch-wide profile and long bumper chaise, to the deep seat and moveable pillows. "It's ideal for those who love to stretch out, lie down, sit up, or get creative with their lounge positions," she writes in her review.

Shopping for budget-friendly furniture that's also stylish and durable is a daunting task, but not impossible - as long as you know where to look. We're talking, of course, about IKEA. Although it's an obvious choice, IKEA is as popular as it is for a reason, and it should be at the top of your shopping list if you're looking to save on a larger furniture item that otherwise would be a huge investment.

The new Robert Day Sciences Center at Claremont McKenna College maximizes multidisciplinary integration and interaction: each level of the 135,000-sq-ft building is oriented in a different direction, channeling the flow of people and ideas between the labs, classrooms, and the surrounding campus. Commissioned in 2020, the Robert Day Sciences Center serves a community of 1,400 students. The center is BIG's first built project in Los Angeles, and the first completed building in

Jacek Utko is a former architect who got a job as a newspaper art director. He really thought newspapers were boring and bland, and that was easily reflected in the low circulation - nobody was reading them! source: Pew Research Center He was really frustrated. His parents and friends thought he was crazy wasting his time working at a newspaper. And the general public thought newspapers would soon become extinct because most people were reading news online.

Designer Pei-Ju Wu's Oasis is a clever fusion of planter, lamp, and a primary working table that is integrated into one sophisticated piece of furniture for the modern home. It serves as a functional workstation while bringing greenery and soft lighting into your everyday environment. Water is poured through a central funnel on the tabletop, which channels it to the soil below. Through capillary action, plants naturally absorb moisture, while excess water flows to a hidden tray and evaporates back into the air.

I wanted this collection to distill everything we've learned in our years of collaboration into a mix of elegant and enduring designs. My aim was to create pieces that feel timeless.

In an era where accent walls are still very much in the trendsphere, the newest DIY look to hit Instagram is one that left me in awe. The pattern resembles something that would be featured in a luxe wallpaper, but knowing you can craft it yourself for less is a significant win. Conceptualized by interior designer Jewel Marlowe, which she coined as "Jewelachite," it's about to become your latest paint obsession.

The architectural form immediately catches your attention with four dramatic, arching concrete composite segments that echo the rolling hills of California wine country. Large glass sections bridge these arches, creating expansive views while maintaining the sculptural integrity of the design. Sustainably grown wood slatted pathways weave throughout the vineyard and flow up and over the house itself, serving as both circulation routes and natural shading devices.

In the Cour Jardin of the Hôtel Plaza Athénée, , , Univers Uchronia has unveiled Daybed, a large-scale installation that reinterprets the garden through materiality, color, and form. The work, on view until 11th November, 2025, functions as both sculptural object and inhabitable space, establishing a dialogue between contemporary design and the historic setting of the Plaza Athénée. At the center of the project is a ceramic surface designed in collaboration with Dutch brand Palet. The installation is clad in Palet's glazed tiles, whose dimensions (149 x 149 mm) and color flexibility formed the basis for Uchronia's architectural composition.

Behind several of the most anticipated pavilions at EXPO 2025 Osaka lies BeWunder's expertise in turning architectural visions into captivating, multisensory realities. The World Expo is a dynamic stage where architecture, design, and technology converge to create compelling narratives about the future. The pavilions act as canvases where abstract ideas are brought to life through an orchestration of light, sound, and interactive technology. designboom takes a look at pavilions, created in collaboration with BeWunder, pushing the boundaries of spatial design and turning a passive visit into an active, immersive multimedia journey.

"I didn't feel like I could do a traditional Christmas collection," Westman exclusively tells AD. "So we changed the scope."

The tiny house movement has long promised affordable, minimalist living, but many designs fall short in terms of long-term habitability. Australian company Sonic Steel is challenging these limitations with their latest creation, the Mark VI - VIC, a shipping container home that prioritizes comfort and accessibility without sacrificing the compact footprint that makes tiny living appealing. This innovative approach represents a fundamental shift in how container homes can serve as genuine long-term residences.

When you open Instagram or TikTok, it feels like every new design trend is everywhere all at once. One month it's bouclé chairs, the next it's neon signs or checkerboard rugs. Algorithms push the same images on repeat, making it seem like these looks are timeless must-haves,

During the project, the skateboarder hit a speed of 103 kph, skating from a height of 70 meters with a drop of 60 meters, measured from the lowest point of the ramp to the platform. Safety was integrated into the ramp design. At the end of the ramp, MotoGP crash pillows were installed, and these devices, normally used in motorcycle racing, helped stop a speeding Sandro Dias after hitting above 100 kilometers per hour.

If you're an avid thrifter, then you're probably already familiar with the secondhand home decor section all-stars. I'm talking about items like tarnished silver servingware, 1980s-era framed prints, and wooden finds that were once staples in households that might be considered outdated today. Before you skip over them, consider that you might be missing an opportunity to add unique charm to your space.

Lighting design has evolved far beyond simple switches and dimmers, yet most lamps still operate on the same basic premise: flip a switch, get light. This predictable relationship between user and object leaves little room for discovery, play, or the kind of tactile engagement that makes everyday interactions memorable and meaningful. What makes the Tangent lamp by Ana Relvão and Gerhardt Kellermann particularly compelling is how it transforms the simple act of turning on a light into something far more engaging.

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The challenge also introduced a new game-changing feature from KeyShot's latest 2025.2 update - AI Shots. Although optional, we also encouraged participants to tinker around with the AI tools in KeyShot Studio (which run locally, so you don't need credits or an internet subscription, and you don't have to worry about companies accessing and training on your data), that let you generate materials, backgrounds, and even new designs entirely.

Sound, when emitted by a source - whether a person or a piece of equipment - propagates in all directions through space, being reflected, absorbed, transmitted, or diffracted as it encounters surfaces and objects. As a result, every environment has its own acoustic quality, often difficult to perceive without a trained ear or eyes. But sound shapes architecture in subtle yet profound ways, directly influencing how

"The bedroom really is the most intimate space that you have in a home, and it deserves to be well dressed," says Laserow. "It's like a cocoon, so that's where we felt like we could give the textiles the proper attention."

Ernest Theofilus Text description provided by the architects. ABC Flats is a co-housing located in the heart of the dense Cilandak neighborhood in South Jakarta. This three-story, solid concrete building occupies a 175m plot of land, with a total built area of 423m. The co-housing offers three types of rooms, each with an ensuite bathroom, totaling 11 rooms. Additionally, the building features a rooftop area designed as a small pantry and communal space for residents.

What makes the Same Same twin chairs by A204 particularly compelling is how they challenge this limitation entirely. These minimalist wooden chairs function beautifully as standalone seating with built-in storage, but their real potential emerges when paired together, unlocking playful possibilities for interaction, configuration, and use that transform them from simple furniture into a creative toolkit. Designer: A204 The design language speaks to Scandinavian minimalism with its pale plywood construction and clean, geometric lines.