We know them from walks on the beach, those oddly decorative flat spheres, that are at the same time robust yet fragile: empty sea urchin shells. Often their curves are almost completely intact. How do these arched shells manage to be so robust while made of so little and such flimsy material?

With the "AluMedic Black Edition" by Wagner Living, the renowned manufacturer of office and swivel chairs provides a current further development of the successful AluMedic series, which is impressing in terms of both function and design.

Luminaires by TTC Timmler Technology were selected for the modernization of the former Hanomag headquarters in Hanover; they serve to link the existing building with the new architectural elements that have now been added.

In Halifax, Canada, architect Omar Gandhi has built a house for himself and his family, for which he skilfully combines materials and deliberately uses light as an atmospheric tool to create space.

"Narì" by Andrea Pedrali is a homage to the craftsmanship that is in Pedrali's DNA. With the production of metal garden chairs, Mario Pedrali laid the foundation 60 years ago for one of the most renowned Italian furniture companies.

Laura Gämmerler and Pedro Sotomayor have named their creation for Zeitraum "GEMA". The pendant luminaire is available in three sizes and combines several contrasts in its design.

With the re-edition of the "Lapala" chair by Studio Lievore Altherr Molina, Expormim shows its high regard for sustainable materials, tradition and craftsmanship.

With “Mia”, Freifrau is introducing the kind of modular sofa system to its product range that succeeds in achieving a delicate balancing act that makes it both elegant and comfortable, leisurely and chic.

A success story already spanning 275 years, and one that still has the potential to keep going for a long time yet – with this in mind, this year Villeroy & Boch is celebrating a special anniversary.

Stylepark is raffling off a PARIS pendant lamp!

With "Roopa", Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien have designed a collection of coffee tables for Arper, which sets a gentle contrast with a matt frame and shiny tabletop.

Lærke Ryom is a Copenhagen based furniture designer, curator and co-founder of the exhibition platform Ukurant. We spoke about the magic of working with hands, new aesthetic perspectives on materials, and finding your way as a designer in a post-graduate world.

Geberit has developed new surfaces for the "Sigma70" flush plate that offer architects and designers a diverse choice of colours and materials.

For Pedrali's 60th anniversary, AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi have designed a wooden pavilion, under the roof of which Luca Molinari Studio is presenting the extraordinary success story of the company with the exhibition "Pedrali60, we design a better future".

The "flow" energy management system from Hager offers a complete solution specially designed for detached and semi-detached houses that combines an energy manager, energy storage unit and charging station to make optimum use of PV electricity. The solution can also be expanded to include other consumers, such as a heat pump.

Until 1 October 2023, Vienna is once again "A city full of Design". This time, the multidisciplinary Vienna Design Week focuses on the second district, which inspires with lots of greenery, the Prater, the Augarten, Jewish culture and its markets – certainly one of the most diverse in the city. All in all, more than one reason for an exciting journey of discovery.

Sylvia Leydecker is an interior designer and director of her own Cologne-based practice “100% interior”. Nanotechnology and health are her two central themes, which she has addressed in countless projects, publications and lectures. We talked with her about the opportunities and goals for designers as well as users.

With "Youpi", Fabrice Berrux has designed a chair for Bonaldo that resembles an abstract figure in its appearance: the conical base provides the basis for the large seat, which invites you to sit down and be supported by the expressive circular backrest.

Nanna Ditzel is one of the Danish designers of the twentieth century who made a significant contribution to innovative changes in design. The exhibition "Nanna Ditzel – Taking Design to New Heights" in Trapholt, Denmark, shows her complete oeuvre for the first time. Curator Sara Staunsager explains the concept to us in an interview.

"RePlay" is the name of the new textile from Camira, which literally means a second serve, because each of its fibres is recycled. Plastic bottles provide the basis for the British company, sportswear the inspiration.

In the hills behind Florence, La Marzocco, a company known for its coffee machines, runs the Accademia del Caffè Espresso, a cultural center housed in a former production plant. Interior designer Stefano Zagni found suitable furniture for the fit-out when viewing Magis’ diverse collections.

With the outdoor chair W-1960 Chairity, Wagner Living optimises its hospitality classic and shows in parallel the great social commitment of the company from Langenneufnach.

In our series “Spotlight: Architects” we regularly present the work of architects – for example, the projects by Kim Le Roux and Margit Sichrovsky, who integrate circular planning and building into their work.

For his “BetteBalance” washbasin series, designer Dominik Tesseraux opted for glazed titanium steel. Not only are the basins hygienic and robust, but the material gave rise to designs that combine a refined formal idiom, clear lines and almost weightless lightness.

Pedrali celebrates a round anniversary: 60 years ago, Mario Pedrali founded one of the most important globally active Italian furniture companies in Palazzolo sull'Oglio. Pedrali's creative profile has been shaped by numerous collaborations with renowned designers. We asked them: What makes the cooperation special?

Ambright’s “Flächenlicht” enables designers to plan exclusive lighting solutions that can be shaped at will and thus create unusual scenarios.

In its current “Make it yours!” campaign AXOR demonstrates how color can help design individual bathroom scenarios where luxury, haptics and sensuality converge.

Joshua Lux Innenarchitektur realizes all kinds of different projects – everything from private apartment blocks to commercial properties. Only recently, Gregor's, a boutique wine store, opened its doors in Frankfurt. In the interview, Lux explains the concept behind it and why generally a strong storyline is important to him.

With "Quatrefoil", Jonas Hermann from Form & Refine has designed a table made of oak, whose legs meet in a line and in this way enable both visual lightness and comfortable sitting.

Dallmer has equipped the bathrooms in the new Weitsicht residential project on the former Continental premises in Hanover with a drainage system that is not only smart but also looks good.

Gary Bencheghib is a filmmaker and environmental activist. Together with his siblings, he founded the organisation Sungai Watch, which stands up against the massive environmental pollution in Indonesia. In parallel, he is looking for ways to recycle the plastic waste – like with Sungai Design and a Tiny House.

Atelier Cho Thompson designed the new working environment for Boston-based client EQ Office. The goal: to create an inclusive space that invites interaction with colleagues aside from the home office.

With the “GDM.KLIMASTEIN” Bavarian concrete stone manufacturer Godelmann has developed a triple-layered stone that fortifies surfaces without sealing them.

"Hashira", Japanese for "column", is the name Alain Gilles gave to the table he designed for Ligne Roset. A direct reference can be found when looking at the four conical legs made of wood veneer, which support the rounded table top made of marble or solid wood.

Burgbad’s “Accura” line is a minimalist collection that offers a lot of scope for bathroom designs while relying on only a very few elements. Creative diversity, precise finishing, and well thought out functionality combine here to offer you an array of bathroom scenarios.