We have seen 3D printing technology rapidly developing, with designers and engineers from all different fields trying to push it beyond its limits. It was only natural we would soon start seeing it put to the test in large scale applications. Dutch company MX3D is working on an ambitious project that will use robots to… [Read More]
VIDEO: Steven Holl: Spaces Like Music
“The soul has more need for the ideal than the real,” says American architect Steven Holl, who shares his organic approach to creating architecture in this interview for Louisiana Museum of Modern Art. [vimeo 116050454 w=700&h=394]
Kalm – new cosy armchair by Patrick Norguet for Artifort
Artifort has launched a new cosy armchair designed by French designer Patrick Norguet. Named Kalm, the chair features a high back and clean lines that make it appropriate for residential as well as commercial spaces. To me, Kalm is a statement. The clean and expressive lines set it apart from other big armchairs. This chair brings to… [Read More]
Plumen releases new Brushed Brass Drop Cap
Plumen has announced a new metallic option for their newest Drop Cap Pendant range. Following the Copper and Chrome release, the Brushed Brass Drop Cap is now available on sale on Plumen’s website. Brass has long been associated with fittings and accessories for lighting so it feels natural to see this beautiful, warm and durable… [Read More]
VIDEO: Marc Kushner on Ark Nova in Matsushima, Japan
TED Ideas and Marc Kushner, author of “The Future of Architecture in 100 Buildings,” present a tour of Ark Nova in Matshusima, Japan. Designed by Arata Isozaki and Anish Kapoor, this inflatable and mobile concert hall is made of a stretchy plastic membrane that brings both art and hope to earthquake-devastated Japan. The 500-seat venue… [Read More]
Artifort launches Bras Easy Chair and Bras Wood
The Bras Easy Chair is the much-anticipated addition to Artifort’s Bras collection. The informal armchair was initially designed to complement the company’s Bras Sofa, however it does have its own unique personality. With the release of the Bras Easy Chair, the Dutch company has also announced a new wooden base option for the Bras Sofa…. [Read More]
Novoceram creates a new multipurpose venue dedicated to ceramics
French ceramic manufacturer Novoceram, has opened a new multipurpose venue in Saint Vallier-sur Rhône, in the Drôme region of France, entirely dedicated to design and ceramics. Located within the company’s headquarters, The Caroscope multipurpose space consists of the new showroom and a set of conference and training rooms. For a company whose decision to produce in… [Read More]
VIDEO: Norman Foster: Striving for Simplicity
“Quality is an attitude of mind.” The great architectural mastermind of our time Norman Foster, who turned 80 in June 2015, here reflects on a long and prosperous career – and life – with prominent buildings and more than 1,000 employees all over the world. Norman Foster was interviewed by Marc-Christoph Wagner in his home near… [Read More]
TL Table by Giuseppe Viganò for Bonaldo
Designed by Giuseppe Viganò for Bonaldo, the TL table is named after the singular shape of its central leg, comprising two inclined elements forming the letter T and L. The clean-cut shapes and minimalist form create a strong visual impact. TL is available in the fixed and extending version with an extensive range of finishes that… [Read More]
.PSLAB designs an outdoor lighting solution for a unique creative habitat
Dubai Design District (d3) was developed to provide a creative ecosystem that surpasses the expectations of a typical creative neighbourhood. It has its own beating heart; its own spirit and its own personal style. This is a place where bohemians can live, work and play. Where aspiring designers can cut their teeth and learn their trade; where… [Read More]
