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The Giant and Matter

Anna Moldenhauer — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200

How do you build a particle accelerator? ion42, the consortium comprising the architectural practices DGI Bauwerk and schneider+schumacher, have tackled this unique challenge successfully. An exhibition currently on display at the Architektur Galerie Berlin and a publication offer comprehensive insights into this extraordinary project.

Inspired by water

Stylepark — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200

HPQ Living Frankfurt, designed by Hadi Teherani in collaboration with Albert Speer + Partner, is one of the defining residential projects in the Hafenpark Quartier. Dallmer’s shower channels ensure a perfect balance of design and function in the high-quality bathrooms.

Spotlight on Women Architects – Nicole Kerstin Berganski

Florian Heilmeyer — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200

In our series, 'Spotlight on Women Architects', we regularly showcase the work of female architects, such as Nicole Kerstin Berganski. Together with Andreas Krawczyk, she believes in designing from content rather than form.

Timeless treasures

Stylepark — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200

With ‘Antao Earth’, the Kaschkasch design studio has placed the surface at the heart of the design for Villeroy & Boch. Extraordinary textures and colour palettes inspired by landscapes lend the countertop washbasins depth and a distinctive texture.

The Design Confectionery

Anna Moldenhauer — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200

From 24 to 27 September 2026, the ‘neue räume’ design trade fair took place in Hall 550 in Zurich-Oerlikon. Read our review of the International Exhibition for Living, Furniture and Design to find out what the exhibitors were showcasing.

Design starts at the switch

Stylepark — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Whether discreetly integrated or deliberately showcased, hager’s new Signature range combines bespoke designs with a unified system platform, offering greater freedom in the design of the finer details.

Rethinking the city

Stylepark — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Exhibitions in Frankfurt am Main and Berlin are currently showcasing projects by the architectural practice CHYBÍK + KRIŠTOF. The focus is on concepts that further develop existing buildings as well as urban spaces and open up new perspectives.

A gentle metamorphosis

Stylepark — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

To mark the 60th anniversary of the furniture manufacturer Pedrali, AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi designed a temporary pavilion made of PEFC-certified spruce timber at the company’s headquarters in Mornico al Serio, near Bergamo. The structure has now been impressively transformed into a permanent building that provides space for exhibitions, discussions and cultural events.

Behind the Scenes

Anna Moldenhauer — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Florian Müller, communications expert and founder of the Mental Health in Fashion campaign, explains in an interview the connection between the structural conditions of the fashion industry and mental health, as well as the issue’s broad relevance beyond the industry.

Thinking ahead

Stylepark — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, müller möbelfabrikation invited international design studios to offer their own interpretations of the Augsburg-based company’s approach to materials, craftsmanship and durability. The resulting collection comprises furniture and accessories that expand the metalworks’ design DNA with new perspectives.

Straight through the middle

Claudia Simone Hoff — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Scandinavian design is generally associated with Sweden, Denmark or Finland. Two young designers from Oslo are determined to change that Norway plays hardly any part in this. We visited Christian Sandbye and Jonas Oppedal in their studio and found that they certainly have no shortage of ambition, drive and talent.

A future for towers

Stylepark — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Five skyscrapers from four continents have made it to the finals of the 2026/27 International Skyscraper Award. What added value can they offer the city of tomorrow? We’ll introduce you to the projects.

One wall, three functions

Stylepark — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0200

TTC Timmler Technology and Kinzo Architects have developed a system called GraviVent® x Akustik for a new office space in the Center am Potsdamer Platz in Berlin that optimally combines cooling, sound absorption, and interior finishing.

Architecture to sit on

Anna Moldenhauer — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

With ‘Theo’, Matteo Thun and Benedetto Fasciana bring the folding chair into the present day. Crafted from high-quality oak, its understated folding mechanism and precisely crafted design offer stylish flexibility for both residential and commercial spaces.

Design culture needs a public platform

Anna Moldenhauer — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Since 2001, the international design and interior exhibition ‘neue räume’ has been bringing together manufacturers, architects, designers and design enthusiasts. In this interview, founder Stefan Zwicky explains why it differs from traditional trade fairs and how he gives his projects a unique identity.

Compact home cinema

Stylepark — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

With ‘MIRA’, XGIMI has developed a high-performance ultra-short-throw projector that is also aesthetically appealing: thanks to its well-thought-out design, it is only recognisable as a technical device at second glance.

Creating a Sense of Well-Being

Anna Moldenhauer — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

“Brae” is Expormim's new modular outdoor sofa system, which celebrates fluid transitions. The design is by Norm Architects: Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen, co-founder of the Copenhagen-based architecture and design studio, explains the concept and its philosophy.

Ingenuity and sensitivity

Stylepark — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Georg Bechter Licht specialises in the development and manufacture of lighting solutions tailored to architectural needs, and in doing so pushes the boundaries of technical feasibility to impressive effect. During a visit to Hittisau, the joiner, architect and lighting designer Georg Bechter explains to the publishers of Stylepark why regional value creation and the preservation of traditional craftsmanship are important to him.

A stool as a tool

Stylepark — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0200

Stylepark is raffling off the stackable “Bimbo” stool by Blå Station in the color of your choice according to Blå Station Colour Chart!

Transformation as a method

Anna Moldenhauer — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Olaf Holzapfel has created a walk-in sculpture entitled ‘Parlament’ for the Schirn Kunsthalle in Frankfurt am Main, which serves as a metaphor for the search for order in our fragmented present. Through this creative endeavour, he invites discussion on the interrelationships between people, technology and nature.

Living space redefined

Anna Moldenhauer — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200

For Laufen, Konstantin Grcic created an installation called “When Time Becomes Material”, which showcased his new “PAR” collection impressively. This includes ceramics, furniture, accessories and the 'LIF' line of taps. We spoke to Konstantin Grcic and Marc Viardot, Corporate Marketing and Design Director, Roca Group.

A new design festival for Berlin

Stylepark — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200

In September 2026, Currents. Design in Berlin kicks off a new festival for product and interior design. Around 80 participants will be taking part at some 60 venues across the city, showcasing exhibitions, events and projects.

Building bridges

Anna Moldenhauer — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Enric Ruiz Geli, head of the transdisciplinary studio Cloud 9 in Barcelona, places the collective and nature at the centre of his architectural thinking in order to develop new perspectives. In this interview, he explains what matters now.

An Exclusive Retreat

Stylepark — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200

On Bawe Island, a private island resort off the coast of Zanzibar, Villeroy & Boch collections define the design of the elegant bathrooms. They complement the resort’s holistic concept and combine timeless aesthetics with the functional requirements of modern luxury hospitality.

New Kid on the Block

Stylepark — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200

Stylepark is raffling off the BACKENZAHN™ STEEL by e15 among all subscribers to the Stylepark newsletter!

Design as a tool

Anna Moldenhauer — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200

As a visionary thinker, Patrick Whitney has had a profound influence on research into human-centred and strategic design. The project, "What Are People For: Design Philosophy by Patrick Whitney", which includes a documentary film by Gary Hustwit and a book by graphic designer Rick Valicenti, offers multifaceted insights into Whitney's work. Read more in the interview.

A New Dimension

Stylepark — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:30:00 +0200

With the "KV5" kitchen faucet, Vola takes an everyday task to a whole new level: Whether boiling, chilled, still, sparkling, or at room temperature – a variety of drinking water experiences are brought together in a design whose clean lines exude calm and precision.

Mobility under pressure

Stylepark — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

In the ZDF documentary series Am Puls, Dunja Hayali gets to the root of the causes of the rail crisis in Germany: Delays, safety deficiencies, and outdated infrastructure characterize passengers’ daily lives. “Our Railways – Loved, Hated – Dangerous?” shows why the rail system is in disrepair and what reforms are expected to turn things around.

Everything is connected

Stylepark — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Djernes & Bell, a Copenhagen-based architectural practice, reimagines existing buildings and landscapes with a particular sensitivity to heritage, materials, and context. Through transformation, restoration as well as resource-conscious design, the studio creates spaces that generate ecological, social, and cultural value. In this interview, they provide insight into their work.

A boost for young trees

Anna Moldenhauer — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

For his thesis on circular deep irrigation for urban landscaping, Lennard Ludig, a graduate of the Industrial Design Department at the Offenbach University of Art and Design, received the 2026 Circular Design Young Talent Award from the Frankfurt Arts and Crafts Association. He explains the concept to us.

Modular Furniture

Stylepark — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Vienna-based design studio ante up presents “up the system”, a furniture brand combining an open, modular system with an aesthetic inspired by industrial shelving structures. Manufactured in Austria, the collection emphasises adaptability and expandability, ensuring that furniture remains usable over the long term.

Future spaces

Stylepark — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Interface is expanding its LVT portfolio with "Cut & Form", a collection that translates the familiar aesthetic of parquet into a contemporary design language. Wood grains, geometric patterns and versatile installation options offer new possibilities for designing modern commercial spaces.

From Form to Efficiency

Alexander Russ — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

With the use of 3D printing, processes can be optimized: The department of Experimental and Digital Design and Construction at the University of Kassel is currently collaborating with Buro Happold to develop a new manufacturing process for circular components based on recycled wood particles.

Everything in one piece

Stylepark — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

For a residential home in Brilon, in Germany's Sauerland region, the desire for a seamless bathroom served as the guiding principle for the design. The “CeraFrame Liquid” shower channel from Dallmer made it possible to harmonize the room’s minimalist character with the requirements for reliable, long-term drainage.

“Relevance doesn't happen by chance”

Stylepark — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Philippe Nigro views product design, scenography, and architecture as an interconnected system. In this interview, he discusses his long-standing collaboration with Ligne Roset, the appeal of changing scales, and why meaning and restraint are, for him, central values in design.

Lightness with class

Stylepark — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

With the dynamically shaped "Little Perillo eco" chair, Züco offers furniture that is versatile in its applications.

A house to discover

Stylepark — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200

With the "Kinderoase" (Children's Oasis) at the Technical University of Munich, Kéré Architecture transforms the spatial challenges of a densely built-up campus location into a vibrant, vertically organized world of learning and play made of wood, designed to allow for free movement.

Planning without limits

Stylepark — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

“BetteUltra Space” by Bette expands the possibilities for bathroom design in existing homes: The ultra-flat shower tray combines flexible installation solutions, a wide range of design options, and top-quality materials for customized designs.

The Origin of Design

Stylepark — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

The “Streetwise” exhibition at the German Design Museum currently offers insights into Konstantin Grcic's creative process. On display are, in part, prototypes, mock-ups, and discarded ideas from over 30 years of design practice – supplemented by recent works from his label 25kg, founded in 2025.

That fits!

Claudia Simone Hoff — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Although adaptive fashion has now reached some major players in the fashion industry, the sector has so far been dominated by niche manufacturers. However, the market is growing, offering economic, cultural and creative opportunities.

Ideal Foundation

Stylepark — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0200

In the Salzburg municipality of Thalgau, a modern educational building has been constructed that combines open spaces and a carefully coordinated selection of materials. Bauwerk Parkett’s products provide a high-quality element that is both aesthetically pleasing and practical for everyday use.

International High-Rise Award 2026/27: The Nominees

Stylepark — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

The nominees for the 2026/27 International High-Rise Award have been announced: From more than 1,000 new skyscrapers worldwide built over the past two years, 30 projects from 12 countries on five continents were selected.

Cleanly folded

Stylepark — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Stylepark is raffling off the high-quality “Theo” folding chair by Plank, made of solid oak and molded oak-veneered plywood, in the color of your choice.

Spotlight on Women Architects – Annabelle Selldorf

Florian Heilmeyer — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200

In our series “Spotlight on Women Architects”, we regularly present the work of female architects – such as Annabelle Selldorf, who uses her keen eye to create serene spaces that are perfect down to the last detail. The next major project is already set: the restoration and redesign of the Louvre in Paris.

AI doesn’t have an on/off switch

Gabriela Beck — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Networked systems, flowing data, learning algorithms: building automation is going smart. In this interview, Tobias Frauenrath from Aachen University of Applied Sciences explains how AI optimises operations and which trends and hurdles are shaping the industry.

Keep cool

Stylepark — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200

The exhibition “Too Hot – Scorching Cities, New Ideas” at the Deutsches Architekturmuseum explores the projects that municipalities, planners, and initiatives are using to adapt urban spaces to rising temperatures, heavy rainfall, and water shortages.

Material as a Medium

Stylepark — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200

In the exhibition “What the Surface Remembers”, Wilkhahn presented the basic form of the “WiChair” alongside artistic works by Aya Sasakura and Frank Schinski. The exhibition revealed the construction, use and transformation processes, thereby highlighting the design's enduring quality.

Thinking contextually

Claudia Simone Hoff — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Johanna Seelemann views design as a system. She conducts continuous, in-depth research, considering forms, materials, and craft techniques as part of an ecological, social, and cultural whole. This approach results in the creation of aesthetically pleasing, tactile, and meaningful objects.

Complexity mastered

Anna Moldenhauer — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200

How do you design an airport gate from scratch that meets the highest functional and design standards? In this article, Business Unit Manager Rainer Aman and Project Manager Franziska Wischnewski give us a glimpse into an extraordinary concept, the realisation of which was made possible by Lindner’s expertise.

"Design creates order"

Stylepark — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200

Patrick Jouin works with international companies such as Ligne Roset, Pedrali and Louis Vuitton. At the same time, his work is present in Paris on another level: in the urban space itself. He explains what this means in an interview.