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The design firm presents a series of installations and sculptures that bring colour and movement to the festival’s arid landscape Photography by Lance Gerber featuring Taffy by Stephanie Lin From inflatable flowers to a 60-foot kinetic sculpture to towering cylinders veiled in scalloped mesh, this year’s art lineup for the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and […] The post Los Angeles design agency Public Art...

For Salone 2025, Paris couturier Marc-Antoine Barrois has collaborated with the designer Antoine Bouillot to create an installation that touches all the senses Words by Emma Moore Marc-Antoine Barrois is a Paris couturier with boutiques in Paris or London. It is his collection of elegant, modern fragrances, however, finely crafted in collaboration with the talented […] The post Mission Aldebaran: An immersive exhibition fusing...

From April 8-13, Lexus is showing a collection of interactive installations at Milan Design Week that bring its vision for the future of mobility to life Photography courtesy of Lexus featuring A-Un  Words by Jessica-Christin Hametner Stepping away from Tortona’s bustling streets into Lexus’ much-anticipated exhibition at Milan’s lauded design week feels like entering a […] The post Lexus brings human-centred technology and cutting-edge...

Log in or register for free below to read the digital issue now In our 217th edition, we explore some of the themes we expect to see at this year’s Milan Design Week. On page 58, we highlight LAYER’s incredible decade in design, leading up to the studio’s 101010 exhibition at 10 Corso Como. The […] The post ICON 217 : Spring/Summer 2025 appeared...

Located in the iconic Jardin des Tuileries in Paris, collectible design fair MATTER and SHAPE returned for its second edition, expanding in size from its first showcase. The reflective entrance of MATTER and SHAPE 2025 stood out against the backdrop of Jardin des Tuileries. Photography ©Celia Spenard-Ko Words by Roddy Clarke With Paris in early […] The post Matter and Shape returns to Paris...

For the new London flagship shop, Universal Design Studio and AKQA draw on the light and nature of Denmark to create a soft and welcoming interior with natural materials and organic forms  Photography courtesy of Universal Design Studio, AKQA and Georg Jensen featuring the brand’s London flagship showroom Words by Jessica-Christin Hametner Georg Jensen’s flagship […] The post Universal Design Studio and AKQA design...

Specifically designed for the Hospitality industry, PARISIENNE 21 is a celebration of the French “art de vivre”. This new collection of chairs and armchairs challenges tradition, boldly reimagining with elegance and modernity the iconic chairs of the famous Parisian bistros and brasseries. PARISIENNE 21 embodies the essence of Fermob design, the French “je ne sais […] The post The new PARISIENNE 21 Collection by...

At the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, a new exhibition curated by surf academic Dr. Sam Bleakley dives deep into the evolution of surfing—not just as sport, but as craft, culture, and design language. Photography by Alex Williams Words by Abbey Bamford The first thing you see in this exhibition—before you even spot a surfboard—is the […] The post 100 Years of Waveriding: A Design-Led...

Dexter Wisby is a lighting designer coming into the industry from the Manchester School of art. Dexter is now working as a designer for the esteemed Nulty Bespoke assisting in the creation of Bespoke decorative lighting installations. At CDW 2025 however, Dexter is exhibiting his graduate collection ‘Studio Salvage’. ‘Studio Salvage’ is a studio and project […] The post Dexter Wisby exhibits his Studio Salvage...

The capsule collection includes silk shawls, bespoke jewellery and a hand-crafted patinated steel mirror handcrafted in the UK, drawing inspiration from Munch’s fluid brush strokes and organic shapes Photography by Signe Luksengard, courtesy of MUNCH Words by Jessica-Christin Hametner When Rejina Pyo established her eponymous label in 2013, her offbeat designs and artistic expressions garnered […] The post The evocative works of Edvard Munch...

It’s not every day a design icon releases something new—especially not 44 years after his death. But in late 2024, the long-shelved PK23 chair by Poul Kjærholm, one of Denmark’s most revered modernists, was quietly introduced by Fritz Hansen to mark the 70th anniversary of his first furniture design. Equal parts minimal and masterful, the […] The post Poul Kjærholm: The timeless vision of...

Located in the steep mountain terrain of Ottsjö, south of Åre Ski Resort, Note’s inaugural architectural project is a modern rural home designed to maximise mountain views Photography by Sophie Odelberg Words by Jessica-Christin Hametner For Johannes Karlström and Cristiano Pigazzini – cofounders of the Swedish multidisciplinary design agency Note (design studio), known for its […] The post Note (design studio) presents first architecture...

Cape Town Furniture Week returns for its third edition with a record number of visitors Bringing together a wealth of design talent from across the country, Cape Town Furniture Week returned for its third year hosting a variety of exhibitions and events throughout the city drawing record numbers to the festival.  Cape Town Furniture Week […] The post Cape Town Furniture Week returns for...

Lisa Larson’s iconic design collection Birds 1967 have taken flight once again as Design House Stockholm revives a selection from the series Photography courtesy of Design House Stockholm featuring Studio Shot 1, Birds 1987, designed by Lisa Larson Modern Swedish design owes much to Lisa Larson, whose quirky ceramic designs brought warmth and wit to […] The post Design House Stockholm presents Lisa Larson’s...

The Noguchi Museum in Queens, New York, chartered as The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum, was the first museum in the United States designed by a living artist to show their own work, and reflects the diversity of his sculptural approach Photography by Nicholas Knight Words by Sonia Zhuravlyova A red-brick industrial building from […] The post Architecture Icon: How the Noguchi Musuem...

For his first interior project, Winsth collaborated with Stockholm-based designer Stjerna, using rich tones and layered textures to create a moody atmosphere for Bobo’s new showroom Photography courtesy of Bobo featuring the brand’s Stockholm showroom Words by Jessica-Christin Hametner Should you have thought Stockholm couldn’t possibly accommodate another design-led new resident, think again. After being a […] The post Gustav Winsth and Max Stjerna reimagine...

A selection of the latest lifestyle and design news, plus the creatives who are championing boundary-breaking materials Photography courtesy of Carina Seth Andersson and Fogia featuring Cube 1. Cube by Carina Seth Andersson for Fogia Swedish glass artist Carina Seth Andersson has long been a master of material, and at this year’s Stockholm Design Week, […] The post ICON’s Picks: The best new season...

As the fair’s 20th Guest of Honour, Faye Toogood offered visitors a glimpse into the raw and formative stages of design through her exhibition Manufracture Photography by Toogood featuring Manufracture Words by Jessica-Christin Hametner Faye Toogood isn’t afraid to push boundaries. Her work – from furniture to interiors to fashion – often defies the mainstream […] The post At Stockholm Furniture Fair 2025 maker...

Crafted World, a travelling exhibition arriving in Tokyo in March, is a showcase of LOEWE’s progressive approach to fashion and craft over generations Photography courtesy of LOEWE featuring Anthea Hamilton, Helmet for The Squash, 2018 Words by Jessica-Christin Hametner The perception of craft and technology as opposites – one rooted in tradition, the other in innovation […] The post LOEWE’s first major brand exhibition is...

As part of Design London Shoreditch, House of Icon, located in Shoreditch Town Hall, explores the beauty of interior design in all its forms. From the clean lines and practicality of Scandinavian design to the bold colours of maximalism, and everything in between, House of ICON will showcase products for residential and hospitality projects, during […] The post Introducing House of Icon at Design...

The London-based interior designer is renowned for creating spaces full of personality and style. Her latest collaboration with artist Cesca Dvorak embodies the same wit and storytelling as her interior projects Photography by Tung Walsh featuring Cesca Dvorak (left) and Hollie Bowden (right) Hollie Bowden, the London-based interior designer, who established her eponymous studio in […] The post Hollie Bowden collaborates with artist Cesca...

We meet the female leaders shaking up the Scandinavian fashion industry and setting a new path for visual culture Photography courtesy of Tom Wood Words by Sophie Axon Some say fashion is one of the most accessible and immediate forms of visual culture, where clothes act as mirrors to reflect our times. At the forefront […] The post ICON profiles the female leaders revolutionising...

Conceived by local architects Cobe, Copenhagen’s recently opened Opera Park is a magical display of trees, shrubs and plants from all over the world, taking visitors on an unexpected journey of discovery Photography by Francisco Tirado Words by Roddy Clarke Following a design competition held in 2019 by the AP Møller Foundation, Copenhagen architect Cobe […] The post An island park in central Copenhagen...

Blending 60s and 70s design with modern colours and a sustainable ethos, Radici’s bold Newstalgia Collection is designed to make a statement Photography by Beppe Brancato featuring Radici and Tekla Evelina Severin’s Newstalgia Collection featuring Elliptic Swedish designer Tekla Evelina Severin – known to her global fanbase as Teklan – looks to the past for […] The post Tekla Evelina Severin reimagines retro patterns...

‘Culture is so interwoven with craft in the Global South that they are almost impossible to untangle,’ says Rue Kothari. ‘Materials are guided by past rituals, heritage techniques and natural resources’ Photography by Frank Sperling featuring documenta fifiteen: Atis Rezistans | Ghetto Biennale, Installationsansicht, St. Kunigundis, Kassel, 14. Juni 2022 Words by Rue Kothari In […] The post Column: Rue Kothari on culture and...

Titled Elizabeth, the dog bowl features a raised design that combines playful aesthetics with everyday functionality for medium and large dogs Photography by Alessandro Simonetti United Pets, the Milanese pet accessory brand, has unveiled Elizabeth, a playful dog bowl designed by Padua-dwelling architecture and design studio Favaretto & Partners. This delightful product combines clever design […] The post Italian studio Favaretto & Partners designs...

For its new hub in Udaipur, Studio Saar has used a complex and technologically advanced programme that expands on established Indian architectural typologies to create a learning and cultural space that is like no other Photography by Edmund Sumner Words by Devanshi Shah Within contemporary urban discourse, the term ‘third space’ has garnered a fair […] The post The Third Space in Udaipur, India,...

L10 creates a seamless dialogue between architecture and landscape, perfectly attuned to the surroundings of Berriaga Mountain Founded in 2012, BAT is a design firm committed to creating innovative, forward-thinking projects. Based in Bilbao with an international scope, BAT has developed prominent projects such as GOe (Basque Culinary Center), Hampton by Hilton Alcobendas, Brewster American School Madrid, […] The post Contemporary architecture in dialogue with nature...

Launched earlier this year, BAINA’s new towel collection with Estudio Persona explores the interplay of light and shadow. BAINA have partnered with Estudio Persona to launch its Umbra Towel Collection. Photography by Pia Riverola Words by Roddy Clarke  Elevating everyday routines through its exquisite towel collections, Australian brand BAINA partnered with Los-Angeles based Estudio Persona […] The post BAINA collaborates with Estudio Persona to...