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DesignLSM Designs Issho in Victoria Gate Leeds
DesignLSM designed D&D London's first Japanese led dining concept in Leeds. Issho (meaning 'together' in Japanese) combines an authentic and refined design aesthetic offering guests the chance to uncover the true art of fusion dining.
100% Design 2017
The 23rd edition of the 100% Design will be held in Olympia, London from 20-23 September. The show will feature over 600 exhibitors and hundreds of new products launches.
Bohlin Cywinski Jackson Receives Special Commendation for Apple Store, Upper East Side
Apple Store, Upper East Side has received a Special Commendation in the Historic Preservation category from the San Francisco chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
Designing the Future: Design Council Calls for Design to Be Front and Centre of Jobs, Skills and Services
On Monday morning, the in-tray for a returning or incoming government will be full. Brexit, security, health, social care, education, housing, economic growth and living standards - difficult and complex problems that require often immediate responses.
Foscarini Transforms Its Milan Showroom to a Bird Paradise
To celebrate Foscarini's new Birdie family of table, wall, floor and ceiling lamps - inspired by the natural and delicate silhouette of a young sapling balanced on a thin tree branch, designers Roberto and Ludovica Palomba created 'The Birdie Garden.'
Future Food Design Awards 2017
The 2017 Future Food Design Awards is now open for submissions. The award is the foremost international prize intended to encourage and highlight innovative and disruptive designs for sustainable future food.
Food Revolution 5.0
Food Revolution 5.0, on view at the MK&G Hamburg through October 29, sheds light on one of the most pressing issues of the 21st century: What will we eat in the future?
Highlights from TYPO Berlin 2017
The 2017 TYPO Berlin came to a close on Friday. Over the course of three days, a total of 1,579 participants and 84 speakers exchanged ideas on the new developments in visual communication via exciting presentations, performances and workshops.
Garbergs_Project Redesigns Packaging for MER
When Coca-Cola changed the recipe of the beloved MER soft drink in order to make it more natural, with Swedish spring water and 30% less sugar, the company tasked Garbergs_Project to redesign the packaging.
Muza Lab Designs Interiors of South America's First Luxury Sleeper Train in Peru
Muza Lab designed the interiors of South America's first luxury sleeper train, Belmond Andean Explorer in Peru, which launched on the rails early May 2017.
StackPath's New Dallas Digs by lauckgroup
lauckgroup has designed StackPath's new office in Dallas. Given that StackPath identifies as an industry disruptor, going beyond its competition to create a safe internet platform, lauckgroup interpreted this metaphorically via the ideas of 'boulders' - in nature, boulders evoke a sense security, yet when set in motion and knocking against formations, they are extremely disruptive.
Pininfarina and Rossinavi Unveil Aurea
Pininfarina has unveiled Aurea, the firm's first collaboration with Rossinavi. With a diesel-electric propulsion system housed at the centre of the boat, rather than in the stern area, Aurea's stern includes two swimming pools, three large outdoor decks and an additional water-level access on both sides of the hull.
Young Guns 15: Call for Entries
Young Guns 15, the global competition that shines a spotlight on creative superstars 30 years of age and under, is now open for submissions. Once again, Young Guns is calling out to all creatives with at least two years of stellar professional work to enter.
Tom Dixon Opens First Flagship Store in Hong Kong
Tom Dixon opened his first flagship store in Hong Kong. The duplex store takes a prime location on Hollywood Road, Central Hong Kong, and comprises of the brand's latest furniture, lighting and home accessories.
Moroso Unveils Tent by Benjamin Hubert
Moroso has unveiled Tent by Benjamin Hubert, a 3D knitted chair made from a single, seamless piece of recycled nylon that is 3D knitted and then stretched over a steel frame.
MoMA Completes First Phase of Renovation and Reveals Final Expansion Design
Glenn D. Lowry, Director of The Museum of Modern Art, today revealed the completed renovation of the east end of the Museum's campus and unveiled the full design of a multi-year expansion project, developed by MoMA with architects Diller Scofidio + Renfro in collaboration with Gensler.
Architects Confidence in Future Work Prospects Remains Stable
The Royal Institute of British Architects' (RIBA) monthly Future Trends workload index was static in April 2017, remaining at +22.
Breathing Colour by Hella Jongerius
Breathing Colour by Hella Jongerius, on view at the Design Museum from June 28 to September 24, is an installation-based exhibition that takes a deeper look at how colour behaves.
Winners of 2017 European Design Awards
The winners of the 2017 European Design Awards have been unveiled at a ceremony in Porto's Rivoli Theatre.
Nude Brand Creation Designs Packaging for Martell VS Single Distillery
Nude Brand Creation has designed the packaging for the Martell VS Single Distillery, a cognac from a single distillation source.
Wacom Announces Bamboo Ink and Bamboo Sketch
Wacom has today announced two new smart styluses to help creatives capture ideas. Bamboo Ink is a smart stylus developed with Microsoft for the Windows Ink Workspace that works across most Windows 10 platforms.
Five Fashion Companies Join Fashion Positive Plus
H&M, Kering, Loomstate, Zero + Maria Cornejo and Eileen Fisher have joined the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute's Fashion Positive PLUS collaboration.
AIGA Eye on Design Unveils New Branding
Leta Sobierajski and Wade Jeffree have unveiled the new visual identity for the inaugural AIGA Eye on Design Conference.
Winners of 2017 RSA Student Design Awards
The Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA) has announced the winners of this year's RSA Student Design Awards - which challenges emerging designers at university level to tackle real-world social, environmental and economic issues through design thinking and skills.
2017 Taiwan International Graphic Design Award
The 2017 Taiwan International Graphic Design Award (TiGDA) is now open for submissions. Organized by the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Economic Affairs of China in collaboration with International Council of Design (ico-D) and Japan Graphic Designers Association (JAGDA), the competition is open to designers from all over the world.
Brdr. Krüger Opens New Showroom Designed by OEO Studio
OEO Studio has just completed the design of Brdr. Krüger's first public showroom in the family company's 130-year history.
Adobe Scan: Turn Paper into Intelligent Digital Documents
Adobe has today unveiled Adobe Scan, a new free mobile app that turns your phone or tablet into a powerful, intelligent scanning and text recognition tool.
ASID and IDC to Launch New Joint Magazine
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC) announced a new joint initiative that will bring their individual membership magazines-ICON and D-together into one new publication with broadened perspective and reach.
Peretti Deli by Mode:lina Architekci
Mode:lina Architekci recently completed the Peretti Deli in Poznań. Driven by their desire to offer high quality products straight from the Mediterranean region, the owners wanted to create a new unique place dedicated to all Italian cuisine lovers.
Winners of 2017 iF Design Talent Award Announced
iF International Forum Design has announced the winners of the 2017 iF Design Talent Award. The competition is aimed to promote smart and innovative concepts in all areas of design.
SHIFT Creates Identity and Interiors for Monterrey's New Indoor Climbing Club Delta
SHIFT recently created the branding and interiors for Monterrey's new indoor climbing club Delta, a sanctuary for the city's climbers, where both beginner and advanced athletes can get together, share, practice and progress their skills.
Typographics 2017
Typographics, a 10-day design festival devoted to contemporary typography, will run from June 12 through 22, 2017. The "type festival" features a variety of lectures, workshops, and tours - focused on typography.
Smith&+Village Brings Glamour and Indulgence to Booths Cakes and Puddings
Smith&+Village recently rebranded the puddings and cakes range for premium Northern supermarket Booths.
New Andalucia by Walker Zanger Features Layered Geometrics and Patina Reliefs
Walker Zanger has unveiled its all-new Andalucia collection inspired by the intricate and interwoven lines of traditional Moorish architecture and Old Spanish ornamentation.
Andrew Berman Architect Renovates and Expands New York Public Library Stapleton Branch
Andrew Berman Architect was asked to design a re-conceived and enlarged branch library located in Stapleton, Staten Island for the New York Public Library.
Alegre Design Unveils KLC Chair
Alegre Design recently unveiled KLC, a multi-purpose and versatile chair.
INFINITI Green Factor Design Contest
INFINITI is calling for submissions for its Green Factor Design Contest. The competition is open to architects and designers under 35.
OEO Studio Redesigns FLOS Scandinavia Showroom
OEO Studio recently redesigned the 500 m2 FLOS Scandinavia showroom in Denmark. Located in an old tractor repair workshop amongst the spacious former warehouses of one of Copenhagen's old industrial docks, the FLOS showroom has been entirely transformed to create a bold new spatial experience with an international feel that allows the products to take centre stage.
Kinnersley Kent Design Redesigns White Tower Store at Tower of London
Kinnersley Kent Design recently redesigned the gift shop at the White Tower, the oldest building within the world-famous Tower of London.
NYCxDESIGN Awards Winners Announced
Interior Design Magazine and ICFF have announced the winners of the second annual NYCxDESIGN Awards.
Chloe Loader Wins 2017 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship
Chloe Loader, a second-year student from the University of Lincoln's School of Architecture and Design, has been named the winner of the 2017 RIBA Norman Foster Travelling Scholarship. Loader won the award for her proposal, 'Emerging Cities: Sustainable Planning in the Global South.'
FilzFelt Unveils Eva Zeisel Collection
FilzFelt has unveiled its new Eva Zeisel Collection of acoustic wall tiles. Though best known for her modernist ceramics inspired by the curves of the human body and those found in nature, the Eva Zeisel Collection takes inspiration from her room dividers and glazed tiles in six shapes of acoustic tiles.
Compass House by superkül Named Architizer A+ Awards Jury Winner
Compass House by Toronto-based superkül recently claimed the 2017 Architizer A+ Award in the Residential Private House category.
Steelcase Health Insights: How Healthcare Environments Can Encourage Family Involvement in Patient Care
Steelcase Health has released a new insights report which highlights the importance of family involvement in patient care to support positive health outcomes and showcase how current patient room settings do not meet the needs of families.
Foscarini Unveils New Collections During NYCxDesign 2017
Foscarini unveiled its new lighting collections at the company's new Soho space during the 2017 NYCxDesign.
Adobe Adds House Industries' Fonts to Typekit
Adobe has today added House Industries' eight iconic typeface families, including Chalet, Sign Painter and Burbank, to Typekit.
School of Visual Arts' Makers Market
The School of Visual Arts' Makers Market will be returning to the Metropolitan Pavilion, located at 125 West 18th Street, on Saturday, June 10, from 11:00am to 6:00pm.
Studio RHE Designs New Co-working Space at Huckletree West in White City
Studio RHE has this month started work on site at the ex-BBC broadcast studio in White City; their second interior fit out project for co-working group, Huckletree.
Poppin Launches Sit-Stand Solution for The Modern Workspace
Launched in conjunction with the opening of their new San Francisco showroom, where the demand for Sit-Stand desks is at an all time high, Poppin has introduced the Loft Adjustable Height Standing Desk.
Allied Works Unveils Uniqlo City: A New Standard for Global Workspace
Allied Works Architecture designed the new global headquarters and creative studios for Fast Retailing, one of the world's leading apparel companies.
Studio O+A: Twelve True Tales of Workplace Design
Studio O+A: Twelve True Tales of Workplace Design offers a comprehensive but playful look at the San Francisco firm that revolutionized workplace design.
Cardiff Animation Festival 2018
A brand new dedicated animation festival is coming to Cardiff next year. Cardiff Animation Festival will be held at Chapter and other venues across Cardiff on the 20th, 21st and 22nd April 2018.
UXUS Designs Speys Eten & Drinken at the Jaarbeurs Event Centre, Utrecht
UXUS recently completed Speys, a food court located in the Netherlands' largest multifunctional event centre, Jaarbeurs.
Avenue Road 8A: A New Conceptual Design Space by Stephan Weishaupt Opens in New York
Avenue Road recently opened a new, by-appointment concept space in New York. Welcoming and serene, Avenue Road 8A was conceived by curator Stephan Weishaupt to feel like a true home, encouraging guests to freely explore and interact with the space, making the design process incredibly personal and private.
Ramakrishna Saiteja Named Winner of 2017 Catalyst Award
The Society of Typographic Aficionados has named Ramakrishna Saiteja as the recipient of the 2017 SOTA Catalyst Award.
IIDA NY Celebrates Creative Legacies at Annual Leaders Breakfast
On Thursday, May 18th, the New York Chapter of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA NY) hosted its annual Leaders Breakfast with keynote speaker Judith Jamison, Artistic Director Emerita, of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
San Francisco Design Week 2017: Question Everything
San Francisco Design Week, celebrating its 10th edition, is one of the world's most innovative design destinations, a vibrant week-long think tank spotlighting San Francisco's design community with over 200 events from 60 plus partners.
Kistler Vineyards Barn by Architectural Resources Group
A few years ago, Kistler Vineyards asked Architectural Resources Group to revamp a historic farmhouse at its Forestville vineyard into its first tasting venue.
Fab x The Future of New Media
Fab hosted a new media thought-leader panel during NYCxDesign on Tuesday, May 23. The event took place at Showroom Seven/Seventh House PR in Hudson Yards.
2017 WIRED Business Conference
The 2017 WIRED Business Conference, the exclusive one-day event that showcases the most forward-looking technologists, innovators, and business executives shaping the future, returns to New York City on June 7 at Spring Studios in Tribeca.
Visual Dialogue Creates New Websites and Identities for Smithsonian Center
The Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage preserves and documents Americana and World culture, which includes presenting the Folklife Festival on the National Mall in Washington each summer, and housing the Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, the nonprofit record label of the U.S.
3D Hubs Student Grant 2017
3D Hubs has launched a call for submissions for its 2017 Student Grant. The company looking for product design and architecture projects that push the boundaries of 3D printing.
Nude Brand Creation Wins 1st Place at Dieline Awards
Nude Brand Creation scooped 1st place at The Dieline Awards in the Spirits category for its work on The Newmarket Gin.
IKEA Wins 2017 Dieline Award for PÅTÅR Coffee Packaging
IKEA recently won a 2017 Dieline Award for the packaging of its PÅTÅR coffee range. Awarded first place in the Non-Alcoholic Beverages category, the packaging features playfully stacked cups and expresses the brand's Swedish heritage in a warm and light-hearted way.
Cambridge Industrial Design Wins Two European Product Design Awards
Cambridge Industrial Design won two European Product Design Awards for ioLight portable microscope and Tangent Wave Ripple broadcast tech.
2017 ASID Interior Design Billings Index: 1st Quarter Report
The American Society of Interior Designers recently released the 2017 ASID Interior Design Billings Index 1st Quarter Report.
EchoScreen by Kirei
Kirei recently launched EchoScreen, a modular solution for visual and acoustic space division. The room dividers may be hung from the ceiling or mounted to nearly any wall surface individually or in groups to segment space and help reduce sonic and visual overstimulation for more healthy, productive spaces.
B&B Studio Designs Identity for BrewDog's Lone Wolf
B&B studio designed the identity for the BrewDog's new spirits brand LoneWolf. Pared back and minimalist, the design flies in the face of convention and reflects the brand's aim to operate as an outsider within the sprits category.
Cloud Studios by Best Practice Architecture
Best Practice Architecture recently completed Cloud Studios, a 4,600-square-foot recording and music practice facility that includes band practice rooms and podcast production spaces all opening to a generous hang out area in the historic Pike Baker Linen building on Capitol Hill.
Denomination Designs Packaging and Brand Identity for Inaugural Release of Yalumba's Most Prestigious Wine
Denomination has unveiled packaging and brand identity for The Caley, the most prestigious wine yet from Yalumba, a fifth-generation family wine company of the Barossa, South Australia.
555 International Redesigns Gemini Lincoln Park
Gemini Bistro, a Chicago-favorite and a Lincoln Park treasure, has been transformed in rockstar fashion, parting ways with its last name and tapping design firm, 555 International to reimagine the restaurant's interior.
Artemide Opens Lighting Consultancy & Training Center in New York
Artemide is opening a new Lighting Consultancy & Training Center in New York. The center is located at 46 Greene Street, adjacent to the Artemide flagship store in SoHo.
Skyline House by Terry & Terry Architecture
Terry & Terry Architecture recently renovated the Skyline House in Oakland Hills, California. Situated high on top of the Eastbay mountain range overlooking the city, the site has unobstructed view's toward the southwest Bay and Golden Gate.
Children's Library in Billund by Rosan Bosch
Rosan Bosch created the innovative learning environment at the Children's Library in Billund that inspires all age groups to seek knowledge from the child's perspective of imagination, inspiration and wonder.
World Architecture Festival Awards 2017
The 2017 World Architecture Festival Awards are still open for entries. The WAF Awards provide the chance to win a global architectural accolade, and open the door to international media coverage, peer and client recognition, and the potential for exciting new commissions all over the world.
Smith&+Village Rebrands Booths Tea Range with Bold Color Palette
Smith&+Village has redesigned Booths' range of teas, calling on the retailer's origins as a tea importer in 1847.
Eleven Magazine Announces Winners of BIOMIMICRY Challenge
Eleven Magazine has announced the winners of its inaugural BIOMIMICRY Challenge. The competition challenged participants to imagine designs inspired by nature.
Home Studios Launches Homework at Sight Unseen OFFSITE
Home Studios has today unveiled the debut collection of Homework, their furniture and lighting line, at Sight Unseen OFFSITE on view through May 22nd at 100 Avenue of the Americas.
Bulletproof Gives Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs the Seal of Approval with Revitalized Packaging Design
Bulletproof recently refreshed the packaging design for Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs to coincide with the exciting recipe changes to its entire line of products.
ButterflyCannon Creates Packaging Design for Unity Beauty Essentials - The Pregnancy Collection
ButterflyCannon has created brand positioning, identity & packaging design for the world's first premium beauty range specifically created for women before, during & after pregnancy; Unity Beauty Essentials - The Pregnancy Collection.
World's Greenest Terminal Launches at Oslo Airport
Designed by Nordic Office of Architecture, the 115,000 sqm expansion to Oslo Airport sets new standards in sustainability.
SoHo Design District Launches Its First Collective Booth at ICFF 2017
The SoHo Design District, a neighborhood dedicated to innovative design and architecture, brands and experiences, has commissioned creative firm b-havior to design its first booth to showcase all 26 member showrooms at ICFF, May 21-24, 2017, in New York City.
The SIX: Affordable Housing for Disabled Veterans
Brooks + Scarpa recently completed the SIX, a 52-unit LEED Platinum affordable housing project that provides a home, support services and rehabilitation for disabled veterans. It is located in the MacArthur Park area of Los Angeles.
Cristalplant Design Contest 2017
The ninth edition of the Cristalplant Design Contest is now open for submissions. Cristalplant, in partnership with Tortu, is seeking the best architects in the business.
2017 #GetYourGreenOn Design Competition
The Sustainable Furnishings Council is now accepting entries for the 2017 #GetYourGreenOn design competition, a program that recognizes and awards sustainable and healthful choices in residential interiors.
Mobius: A Captivating Installation by 3form X Louis Lim
On view at WantedDesign this spring, Mobius is a flashy installation designed by Louis Lim for 3form. The interactive, circular bench is responsive to vibration. When activated, light flows through the bench with water-like ease.
Autodesk SketchBook 4.0 for iOS Arrives in the App Store
Autodesk has today released a new update for its digital painting and drawing app on the App Store.
Finish Line Taps Creative Consultancy Green Stone to Craft a New Generation of Mobile App
Green Stone recently redesigned Finish Line's mobile app with the aim of integrating personalized curation, style-centric content, and commerce in a delightfully differentiated way.
Jabbrrbox Launches at Neocon
Jabbrrbox, a new workplace solutions company bringing privacy to commercial and public spaces, will officially launch at NeoCon 2017.
Type With Pride Contest
Ogilvy & Mather NYC, in partnership with Fontself, recently launched Type With Pride, a milestone color font project to honor Gilbert Baker, the designer of the iconic Rainbow Flag.
Brand Installations for Nike Office in Beijing by Johannes Torpe Studios
Drawing on the heritage and foundational stories of the sports brand, Johannes Torpe Studios created a collection of installations for the new Nike WD+C office in Beijing.
Reinventing Our Rivers: Call for Ideas
The City of Québec has launched an international ideas competition, Reinventing Our Rivers, to collect distinctive, innovative proposals on developing Québec's waterways.
Nice Shoes Creative Studio Wins AICE Award for Motion Design & Graphics for Project Arachnid
The Canadian Centre for Child Protection's Project Arachnid is a groundbreaking tool that detects and helps remove images of child sexual abuse on the Internet.
IdeaWork Studios Creates Brand Identities for New Washington DC Hotel and Restaurants
IdeaWork Studios has crafted brand identities for The Darcy Hotel, Siren by Robert Wiedmaier, and Lil'B Coffee Bar & Eatery, the brand new hotel and dining destination just off the 14th Street Corridor in downtown Washington D.C.
Sail Creative Rebrands Curious Festival
Sail Creative recently worked on a bold and exciting rebrand for an LGBTQ arts festival in the North East. The studio deconstructed the LGBTQ flags, using their shapes and colours to represent unity and diversity.
Winners of ADC 96th Annual Awards
The ADC has announced the winners of its 96th Annual Awards. McCann New York's "The Field Trip to Mars" for Lockheed Martin racked up the accolades at the global ADC 96th Annual Awards gala in New York with eight ADC Gold Cubes and a coveted ADC Black Cube in Digital for best in discipline.
Stickbulb Ambassador Installation at Collective Design
Stickbulb created an immersive, site-specific lighting installation for Collective Design Fair, which just ended yesterday at Skylight Clarkson Square in New York City.
Design Bridge Creates Vibrant Packaging for Fortnum & Mason's Core Range of Biscuits
Design Bridge has redesigned the packaging for Fortnum & Mason's core range of biscuits. The new designs put a contemporary twist on the decorative ceramics and fine china traditionally used for a British teatime and reflects Fortnum & Mason's ongoing focus on bold and beautiful design, as well as delicious product.
Cowiche Canyon by Graham Baba Architects
Graham Baba Architects recently completed Cowiche Canyon Kitchen and Icehouse Bar, a combination restaurant and attached bar in Yakima, Washington.
Simply Measured by Best Practice Architecture
Best Practice Architecture recently completed the renovation of Simply Measured's office, located in the World Trade Center East Building along the waterfront in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood .