Designed for recreation and relaxation, swimming pools require an architectural design that meets complex technical and environmental requirements. The material selected for the wall coverings and flooring must be highly resistant to chlorine, chemicals and weathering, it must guarantee minimal water absorption and be easy to maintain. The Cotto d’Este collections, from...
Outdoor spaces can no longer be considered simply as secondary areas of the house or public places; rather, they are key spaces for social interaction. We have become acutely aware of the great potential of outdoor areas and of the importance of caring for and furnishing them: efficiency and practicality, aesthetics and sophisticated materials are the most valued qualit...
Elegance, research and passion for the local area: this is the essence of the Supporter Deluxe Hotel on the Trabocchi Coast in Abruzzo. The hotel is an impressive and courageous project that resulted from the meeting of two creative, yet practical and determined families. The luxury of the Supporter style and the setting make the hotel a unique place to unwind. Surround...
Haworth Health partners with health systems professionals in order to create transformative spaces in which the well-being for workers, patients and communities are of utmost importance. The team at Haworth Health recently presented ideas for an inpatient and outpatient healthcare facility which focuses on three key areas: caregiver, community and patient spaces. The ...
Last September, during 3daysofdesign 2020 in Copenhagen, New Works presented its “residence for grounding” called Terra which highlights a space meant to enable escape and connection as a response to the difficult time we’re experiencing now. The 3daysofdesign event had been maintained because, at the time, the COVID infection rate was low in Denmark. Curious to see ...
The design, which wraps around from the ceiling to the wall, includes both a sofa and a bed, that transforms between the two seamlessly. The Cloud Bed lowers from the ceiling, covering the cozy living space, and transforming the room into a bedroom. Watch the video below to see how the cloud bed moves.
The Melt Collection captures the story of a series of objects that have undergone a transformation. Tabletops, chair seats, and wall mirrors are each softly slumped over their respective rigid frames, supporting them into their final, functional resting place. Although these slab-like elements are made from different materials, they seem to share the same “melting ...
When talking about the design, Zsuzsanna mentions, “The idea of the lamp comes from experimentation with models of laser cutting applied to different materials. When sheets of paper and wood are cut geometrically, they take on new characteristics, suspended by the force of gravity.” The lamp, which can be found through Luceplan, is composed of a very light body made w...
The upcoming year may just be the time that we finally get to appreciate our kitchens more as we continue to be isolated in our homes. Getting a much-needed kitchen makeover can be a good idea to improve the quality of life during confinement for all. In 2021, design trends for kitchens include introducing more light inside the kitchen and less clutter, like what Day...
Characterised by the absence of frames and mouldings, the flush-to-wall doors produced by Garofoli can blend in with vertical surfaces or highlight the passage with colours or transparencies. Concealed doors, integrated into the wall and with a minimalist style, or standing out, to create a sharp contrast with vertical surfaces, highlighting the transition from one room...
The collection originates as a study into manufacturing a razor-thin, functional table using a minimal volume of material. There is a conscious focus upon the life cycle of a product combining bespoke yet fully recyclable aluminium with off the shelf yet reusable strapping. ‘As with much of our work the aesthetic aims to be a manifestation of its own fabrication and e...
Dogs, cats & co. No matter the species, pet therapy has become one of the most current lifestyle trends. A major boom in adoptions reflects a growing desire to bring a dog, cat or other pets into the home. The spaces in the home are therefore adjusting to the new arrivals: objects, containers, readapted corners and new habits. Living with animals brings new and surprisin...
PLEIN AIR, the new 100% Made in Italy collection designed by Michael Anastassiades for RODA becomes the protagonist and ally of all domestic outdoor and indoor spaces. Thanks to the use of (infinitely recyclable) aluminium and ceramics at least 40% derived from recycled material and LEED certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), the PLEIN AIR tables qual...
The LEVANTE project, design Piero Lissoni, stems from the desire to create an important and complete collection in teak, emphasizing RODA's distinctive ability to produce 100% outdoor furniture, with very high performance outdoors. The collection includes a table, available in two sizes, which has a top made with wide framed staves, and can be combined with armchairs. LE...
The technology of the new Olev’s Pure BioAir light exploits the bactericidal power of UV-C light counteracting the spread of viruses, bacteria and pathogenic microorganisms. Since scientific research shows that direct exposure to UV-C rays without specific precautions can cause irreversible damage to eyes and skin, Olev designed its Pure BioAir in a way that complete...
Quiet in form and near endless in possibilities, Mixu is a sustainable and versatile collection of chairs and stools that can be completely customized to suit the needs of any context, environment, or desire. This three-part system of seat, backrest, and base can be personalized with myriad color and texture combinations to create a silhouette whose softly rounded geomet...
As one of the pioneers in large-format ad printing, the French company is part of vast advancements in the industry—with billboards that can cover up building facades and scaffoldings of construction sites. Companies that manufacture large-format advertising started out as traditional ad printing businesses that created posters and billboards with defined size dimensi...
This autumn 2020, Dutch tile-manufacturer, Mosa launched the Core Collection, an expanded range of ceramic, unglazed porcelain tiles that come in new colors, sizes, textures and shapes. The innovative tiles from the Core Collection, combined with a fresh coat of paint on the walls courtesy of Therma Mix, the newest paint product from Théodore Batiment is a sure way of at...
Nature has always been one of the main themes of interior design: it offers us welcoming and harmonious spaces designed to convey comfort, calm and serenity. Corners or entire rooms where you can relax at a slower rhythm, reinforcing our perception of the home as a protective cocoon, a refuge, an oasis of tranquillity and security. Without sacrificing the most contempora...
Airports, railway stations, subways and newly built suburban areas: non-places, as Marc Augé called them, have long been considered neutral, anonymous spaces with uniform characteristics and no real identity. Over the years, however, the speed of global trade has given these spaces a crucial role. Stripped of their simple function as transit areas, mobility infrastructur...
Its smart platform is a disruptive and innovative proposition. It is equipped with four induction cooking zones (automatic detection, control via a mobile app/tablet), one warming zone inviting conviviality and two wireless mobile charging zones (automatic detection). In addition, the two mobile devices (360 ° camera and connected interactive projector) invite new us...
Lightweight in form and environmental footprint, Kata is designed with circular sustainability at its core. Arper’s first solid wood lounge chair, Kata takes inspiration from artisan-made wood and woven straw chairs and reimagines the near universal typology using contemporary, sustainable solutions in an expression that’s both graphic and warm. Kata finds form in juxtap...
Via Maestra, Panaria Ceramica’s new stone-effect collection, expresses the brand’s sophisticated ability to harmonise natural elements for a result with a unique, majestic character, the emblem of a “mother” collection. The vein patterns that cross the surface consist of light, subtle, shaded marks that create movement, depth and a three-dimensional effect. Lighter stre...
Roca offers a wide range of Touchless solutions, a technology that avoids direct hand contact with bathroom products, preventing the spread of viruses and ensuring maximum safety for the user. With the aim of facilitating the transition of the professionals within the industry to the new standards, Roca has created a specific section on its website that compiles its co...
Always attentive to changes in taste and trends of the contemporary furnishing landscapes, classic design is also an endless source of inspiration for MisuraEmme. A stellar example of this versatility is the ALA table designed by Ferruccio Laviani: inspired by a love for the 1950s classics, yet very futuristic in its design, which resembles that of an airplane, given by...
It is a brand new style the one choosen by Alitalia for its lounge in Rome (Fiumicino Airport) and Milan (Malpensa Airport). Studio Marco Piva redesigns the layout and the services to represent a new concept of hospitality, focused in communicating excellence and Made in Italy design. Luxury environments where G-Like doors by Garofoli Group enhance to the maximum the aes...
Whether it is a space designed specifically for outdoor play or learning environments, or a space to meet and relax, outdoor spaces encourage healthy behaviors and improve the physical and mental wellbeing. Outdoor spaces also connect people to the natural world—creating a sense of environmental responsibility and engaging students to become stewards of the planet. Ade...
When the founders of the New York lighting studio Trueing visited Japan back in 2016, they stumbled upon an unexpected source of inspiration, spotting and falling for the sculptures of the glass artist Baku Takahashi. However, language barriers prevented Joshua Metersky and Aidan Bowman from uncovering Takahashi’s identity then and there. It was only back in the United S...
As we learn to spend more time in the cocoon of our home, our focus is increasingly turning to those familiar surroundings – the spaces in which we live, work, relax and contemplate. The textures and colours that surround us each and every day have taken on more importance than ever; no longer just decoration, they are now a carefully considered and significant contribut...
Vincent Van Duysen’s latest table lamp design for Flos combines cutting-edge lighting technology with an intuitive aesthetic and a dynamic functionality. Originally conceived as an office lamp, Van Duysen’s ‘Oblique’ is an evolution of the classic swing-arm model. ‘The starting point for the design process was a completely new technology developed by Flos,’ comments th...
What makes the work of the Chilean collective GT2P stand out is its deft ability to play at opposite ends of the design spectrum at the same time. They are rooted in the specifics of a very particular place, but equally part of the global conversation. They are fascinated by digital techniques, but also by craft skills. They share a communal identity, but they each make ...
What is the essence of family? Is it a physical attribute — a similarity in looks, a variation on a visual theme that links its members together? Or is it something deeper? A shared history and outlook that leads to a way of navigating the world that’s recognizably unique? All of these are true. But family also has to do with unity within diversity — the cultivation of ...
Maestri del Cotto has had the honor of supplying handmade terracotta floors to the prestigious Castello di Nari, in the province of Cagli, Italy. Enveloped by history and magic, the castle boasts a suggestive position, and establishes itself as one of the most beautiful castles in Italy. The castle hosts numerous ceremonies, events and weddings, but it is also an ideal...
Spending time outside with friends and family should be fun. For the ones who are not very into physical activity, we have an outdoor set with a chess board. Whether you want to arrange a relaxing corner in your own yard, or you have to place them in a school, care center, or any other public place, this set is will be surely very appreciated by the ones that love this...
Following the desire to expand the areas of use even more, the designers have made it possible to use the porcelain pendant in gardens, terraces and backyards. One of the inspirational starting points for Kauppi & Kauppi and Ifö Electric, has been to achieve a flexibility in both use and expression. ‘We wanted the pendant to follow the company’s tradition of producin...
The design plays with the idea that bubbles break when touched, producing solid shapes, like bubbles frozen in time. The design by Yuhsien Design Studio opens up new possibilities for vase decor, presenting flower hoods that create a new way for interaction between plants and people. The collection encourages the use of the hoods as a ritualistic action, making the e...
