Promotion: trade show Design Shanghai returned for its 13th edition last month, bringing together over 500 Asian and international brands for the four-day-long event.

This year's edition, which took place from 19 to 22 March, continued the fair's aim to platform design from China and the wider East Asian region on a global stage – spotlighting both emerging talent and established designers.

"For 13 years, Design Shanghai has championed modern design across China and Asia, witnessing the rise of a dynamic creative era," show director Zhuo Tan said.

"It's inspiring to see so many remarkable designers and artists shaping this momentum, as Asian design steps confidently onto the global stage," Tan added.

This year's edition saw the design fair return to its original venue, the historic Shanghai Exhibition Centre, which allowed for large-scale installations and a "more artistic journey for visitors".

The fair also coincided with Design in the City – an extension of Design Shanghai established in 2014 – aligning it with Shanghai's wider cultural and creative scene.

During the 4-day-long event, the forum programme was headlined by the Kohler Design Shanghai Global Design Conference, with key speakers including the director at Zaha Hadid Architects, Satoshi Ohashi and co-founder of Moooi, Marcel Wanders.

The show also presented a line-up of international brands, including Lasvit, Artisan, GUBI, Artemide, L&S Group, BD Barcelona, Glas Italia, Waldmann, Villeroy & Boch and Asian brands U+, SHANG XIA, PUSU, FNJI, foxx Chair, Past to Now and 12h.

Design Shanghai 2026 was organised into four main sections: Furniture and Lighting; Kitchen, Bathroom and Systems Design; New Materials and Applications; and Living and Lifestyle.

Within the sections were five specially curated programmes, including Talents, Made in JDZ, Beyond Craft, Collectible Design and Art and Materials First.

This year's Beyond Craft exhibition – which first launched in 2024 – saw creations spanning jewellery, objects and furniture from more than 10 brands, and highlighted traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Among those exhibiting were Tokyo-based Domyo, showcasing handcrafted knotted cords, and fifth-generation atelier Kubo Paper Studio, offering work that draws on centuries-old paper art.

Also displayed were projects by Tokyo-based Emision, Japanese studio Kasane, Shanghai and Japan-based HARIO Lampwork Factory and Chinese studio Bing Yu Tang.

Frank Chou curated Design Shanghai's Talents showcase – a flagship exhibition launched by the design fair to platform designers under the age of 35 and "champion a new generation of designers".

China-based studio Liang Living Studio, founded by artist Hong Zhangliang, presented a study of classical Chinese vessel archetypes realised in marbled porcelain, which received the event's Best Artistic Product Design award.

Another regional studio that took part included Trigram, which was awarded the Media's Favourite Award.

The Best Commercial Product Design went to Air Sketch, and the Best Experimental Product Design was given to German designer Friedrich Gerlach.

The Made in JDZ section, curated by designer Ryan Ran, brought together ceramics, metalwork and lacquer art under the theme of Craft without Borders – reflecting how "craft is moving beyond the exhibition hall and into fashion and everyday life".

As part of the showcase, the JDZ Gallery was launched for the first time, showcasing works by a group of international artists, including Harumi Nakashima, Nikolas Iturralde Graber and Maria Ganeva.

"Traditional craft exhibitions often emphasise the technical height of craft itself, whereas Made in JDZ focuses more on an attitude of how craft can sustain itself, revive, and enter everyday life," Ran said.

The Collectible Design & Art showcase presented a series of limited-edition works, with contributions from UK-based Hugo Design, French studio Zeto Art and Indian brand MINGYU XU STUDIO.

Additionally, a Re-art Room, curated by Yiqian Zhao, collated the work of 10 artists to create a "carefully composed environment" that focuses on the physical experience of texture, form, and detail.

To find out more about the fair, visit the Design Shanghai website here.

The photography is courtesy of Design Shanghai.

Design Shanghai 2026 took place from 19 to 22 March 2026 at the Shanghai Exhibition Centre, 1000 Middle Yan'an Road, Shanghai, China. See Dezeen Events Guide for an up-to-date list of architecture and design events taking place around the world.

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Dezeen Showroom: office furniture brand Actiu has released a series of sit-stand desks and meeting tables that feature a cantilever design created with modularity in mind.

The Menssula work table range comprises desks and meeting tables that can be raised and lowered with the touch of a button. They deviate from other tables with the same functionality in their asymmetric silhouette.

"The collection's primary innovation is the offset placement of its electrical height-adjustable lift," said Actiu.

"By concentrating the mechanical components into a single lateral column, the design eliminates the traditional central or dual-leg configuration, creating a dramatic cantilever effect that maximises usable workspace and provides an obstruction-free footprint beneath the tabletop."

The tabletops – which the brand describes as "gravity-defying" – encourage active ergonomics when both solo working and conducting intimate meetings.

Tabletops are available in a number of durable yet tactile materials, including phenolic and laminated MDF in various finishes and patterns.

The collection also acts in a modular capacity, facilitating various configurations, from individual executive workstations to large-scale meeting and co-working tables.

Product details:

Product: Menssula
Brand: Actiu
Contact: london-showroom@actiu.com

Materials: compact laminate, laminated MDF
Colours/finishes: White Traffic, Pulpis Light, Samas Black, Fenix Black (anti-fingerprint) 

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Dezeen Showroom: Swiss brand Laufen has released a washbasin made characterful by its colourful inner bowl and the conjunction of matt and glossy finishes.

Named Tricolour after its trio of available colourways – dark blue Petrol, deep green Olive and yellow-orange Tuscany – the washbasin bowl aims to be a fresh alternative to conventionally plain white bathroom fittings.

"With Tricolour, the wash area becomes a stage for colour combinations, expression and individuality – far beyond traditional sanitary aesthetics," said Laufen.

As well as distinctive colours, the basins combine a gloss finish on the inside with a matte texture to the outside, which creates a dynamic balance of surfaces.

"Matte and glossy segments meet, generating a special visual depth," added the brand.

The basins are made from Laufen's own Vitreon steel material, which, according to the brand, has the durability of glass in addition to the pliability of steel.

Product details:

Product: Tricolour washbasin bowl
Brand: Laufen
Contact: monica.garcia@laufen.ch

Material: Vitreon steel
Colours/finishes: Petrol, Olive, Tuscany
Dimensions: 400 x 400 x 114 millimeters

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Promotion: musical instrument manufacturer Roland and renowned Japanese furniture company Karimoku have unveiled two pianos designed to blend analogue and digital technology with traditional and cutting-edge craftsmanship.

The two pianos are the latest in Roland's Kiyola series, which focuses on artisanal digital pianos made in Japan.

For the KF-20 and KF-25, Roland drew on the woodworking knowledge of Karimoku, which has been working with Japanese wood since 1940, and crafted the pianos' solid-wood cabinets.

"Built with local techniques refined over a thousand years, every Kyiola is a one-of-a-kind instrument with unique grain patterns and natural ageing," Roland explained.

"Kiyola blends analogue and digital, tradition and cutting-edge, and exemplifies wa – 和 – the Japanese concept of harmony."

The two pianos, which were created to complement any interior, differ in their design.

The KF-20 is based on the design of Roland's original award-winning KF-10 piano and features soft curves to create a gentle, elegant feel.

It comes in a new Celadon Green option, as well as the more classic Sheer White, Pure Oak and Walnut finishes.

In the US, the pianos will be sold exclusively in the MoMA store.

"Our longstanding partnership with Roland continues to evolve, and we're proud to offer these new Kiyola models at MoMA Design Store, including the exclusive Celadon Green," said director of merchandising at MoMA, Emmanuel Plat.

"They embody the intersection of good design and cutting-edge technology that MoMA Design Store continues to pioneer."

The KF-25 design, meanwhile, was envisioned as "the best of two diverse cultures," blending wabi-sabi, the Japanese concept of accepting imperfection, with the functional yet stylish design of Scandinavian furniture to create a Japandi-style piano.

It has sharper lines and a more angular design, and comes in a deep-toned Smoked Oak finish that was chosen to enhance the natural grain of the wood used by Karimoku for the piano cabinet.

The KF-20 and KF-25 pianos have PHA-50 keyboards and come with a piano bench and a three-pedal unit with sustain, soft and sostenuto pedals, as well as support for advanced half-pedalling techniques.

According to the brand, the two new piano models create warm, "uniquely voiced" tones that reflect their distinctive designs.

The design of the pianos was intended to combine the knowledge of Roland and Karimoku to create unique pieces.

"From the beginning, the goal was to think about the piano as an architectural object," said Roland's Kiyola project leader, Kazuhiro Kubo.

"Roland contributes deep expertise in sound and digital engineering, while Karimoku brings a furniture maker's understanding of wood, proportion, and how objects inhabit a room," Kubo continued.

"The result is a piano designed to integrate elegantly into residential spaces and to age with its surroundings over time."

To learn more about the pianos, visit Roland's website.

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Promotion: global beer brand Corona has redesigned the lime to tackle the issue of an ill-fitting wedge – a problem shared by "millions of Corona drinkers worldwide".

Launched on International Lime Day, 10 March, the brand's campaign – Lime Guides – presents thousands of limes designed to be perfectly sliced for wedging into a Corona beer.

Using food-safe laser technology, Corona has lightly etched cutting guidelines onto the skin of over 25,000 limes.

Named "fruit tattoos", these lines enable consumers to slice a lime wedge that perfectly fits into a Corona can or bottle.

The guides come in a range of sizes, ensuring limes can snuggly fit different formats, "giving consumers of a legal drinking age more ways to enjoy a Corona anytime".

According to the brand, the campaign highlights the "universal tension point" for Corona drinkers worldwide – the struggle to push a lime into a bottle, which completes the drink's iconic consumption ritual.

"Everyone loves having a Corona with a lime, until you're struggling to push the slice into the bottle," said Grey Global group creative director, Alvaro Soto.

"We loved the idea of solving that tiny challenge in the most Corona way possible: with the help of nature, letting the lime itself show you exactly where to cut," he continued.

"This simple solution transforms the lime ritual into a smooth and effortless experience."

The etched limes are available in over 30 retailer locations across three continents. Consumers are also able to order them through local delivery apps.

The brand explained that the campaign spotlights the benefit of being present with friends and enjoying a beverage.

"Corona has always been about celebrating the simple moments inspired by nature. From our natural ingredients to the fresh lime that finishes every bottle, the ritual is part of the timeless brand experience," said global vice president of Corona, Clarissa Pantoja.

"With Lime Guides, we're making that ritual easier than ever, so people can focus on what really matters – being present with friends and enjoying the moment with a beer in hand."

Developed by Grey Global, Corona's global campaign is supported by a multi-channel rollout strategy, which includes a series of digital films and visuals.

To learn more about the Corona Lime Guide campaign and to check the limes' availability, visit the brand's website.

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Dezeen School Shows: a stainless steel lamp featuring moveable 3D pieces is among the projects from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey.

Also included is a storage system that doubles as a seat, and a 3D-printed light fixture.

Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey

Institution: Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
School: EAAD
Course: Highlighted Academic Projects – Fall 2025
Tutors: Aldo Cañedo, Mario Tovar, Luis Rodriguez, Eduardo Altamirano, Montserrat Castañón, Óscar Miranda, Pilar Obeso, Iván Jiménez, Mariana Solis, Lobsanth David Ortega Tadeo, Yuliana Tónix Cuahutle, Oliver Gómez, Joel Olguín and Leticia Gaytá

School statement:

"The Top Projects August 2025 Semester selection showcases a curated body of work developed by design students, reflecting the programme's commitment to innovation, critical thinking and real-world impact.

"These projects represent outstanding academic performance across diverse areas including sustainable materials, strategic design, emerging technologies, user-centred research and experiential storytelling.

"Each project demonstrates a rigorous design process – from problem framing and contextual analysis to iterative prototyping and implementation – highlighting the integration of theory and practice that characterises the curriculum.

"Emphasis was placed on interdisciplinary collaboration, industry relevance and socially responsible solutions.

"This selection not only recognises excellence in creative execution, but also underscores the evolving role of design as a strategic, research-driven and transformative discipline."

Punto y Coma by Alexa Paredes Arredondo

"Punto y coma is a table luminaire that doesn't seek closure – it seeks connection, opening doors for the user to shape their own space.

"Combining a stainless steel frame with 3D-printed modules, it comes to life via magnetic joins, echoing the intuitive play of our childhood.

"This assembly serves as a creative pause – an invitation to keep building and reimagining our environment.

"Through its minimalist architectural lens, Punto y Coma weaves together memory and play, reminding us that our atmosphere isn't simply found – it is constructed."

Student: Alexa Paredes Arredondo
Course: Intelligent Materials
Tutors: Aldo Cañedo, Mario Tovar and Luis Rodriguez
Email: a01752337[at]tec.mx

Sinusidad by Mixtli Fatima Godina Soto

"Sinusidad draws inspiration from the movement of water to reflect the emotional currents that flow between two people during an intimate dinner.

"Its organic shapes, soft curves and rippling surfaces embody the way emotions shift – beginning with uncertainty and subtle tension and gradually settling into clarity, warmth and connection.

"At its core, the project is grounded in the idea that the objects around us are not merely functional; they quietly participate in our experiences.

"They witness our conversations, hold our pauses and frame our most vulnerable moments. Sinusidad invites us to slow down, to become present and to recognise in the fluid nature of water a reflection of our own evolving human relationships."

Student: Mixtli Fatima Godina Soto
Course: Product Design
Tutors: Eduardo Altamirano, Montserrat Castañón, Óscar Miranda, Pilar Obeso and Iván Jiménez
Email: a01752825[at]tec.mx

Lapsos by Aaron Isaid Cea Jimenez and Mauricio Ramirez Porras

"Lapsos explores confusion through manufacturing. It is composed of three hourglasses made from thermoformed PETG, aluminium caps and an aluminium pedestal.

"The hourglasses are produced using a combination of processes and materials that are uncommon for this type of object.

"The project highlights the contrast between contemporary industrial logic and an artefact that, while historically functional, now operates more as a symbol of time, having been replaced by new technologies.

"Building on this idea, the cabinet is inspired by a wine cellar: a space where time is stored, observed and transformed, materialised through the sand contained in each hourglass."

Students: Aaron Isaid Cea Jimenez and Mauricio Ramirez Porras
Course: Product Design
Tutors: Eduardo Altamirano, Montserrat Castañón, Óscar Miranda, Pilar Obeso and Iván Jiménez
Emails: a01752746[at]tec.mx and a01751401[at]tec.mx

Ppm by Arantxa López Salgado

"Ppm is a luminaire that makes air quality visible. It uses a CO2 sensor that translates data into subtle light variations, revealing otherwise invisible conditions within the domestic environment.

"The side panels are rotatable, allowing the user to adjust them to their preference and create a personalised atmosphere at home.

"It is made of aluminium, chosen for its lightness, making it easy to move."

Student: Arantxa López Salgado
Course: Intelligent Materials
Tutors: Aldo Cañedo, Mario Tovar and Luis Rodriguez
Email: arantxa.lopez[at]tec.mx

Bubbla by Daniela de Yave Olivares Campos

"Bubbla is a sensory light fixture for small spaces.

"It allows modulation of colour and atmosphere through digital control, creating an intimate refuge through adaptable light."

Student: Daniela de Yave Olivares Campos
Course: Intelligent Materials
Tutors: Aldo Cañedo, Mario Tovar and Luis Rodriguez
Email: a01753221[at]tec.mx

Pedir un deseo by Maria José Ibarra and Danna Montserrat Miranda Ramírez

"Desire can take the form of an object, or of a physical or emotional state.

"It does not need to be intense; it is enough that it awakens something within us and gives us that feeling of wanting to have it – whether by asking for it or simply imagining it.

"Many times, we have associated it with symbols or rituals that bring us a little closer to achieving it and reaching that long-awaited happiness."

Students: Maria José Ibarra and Danna Montserrat Miranda Ramírez
Course: Product Design
Tutors: Mariana Solis, Montserrat Castañón and Lobsanth David Ortega Tadeo

Anomia by María Luisa Becerril Hernández and Ana Laura Matus Marcos

"This collection explores confusion as a quiet, deliberate condition, not chaos, but nuance.

"Composed of elemental forms, each piece reveals unexpected behaviours through interaction, gently destabilising what first appears clear and resolved.

"Volumes that seem heavy prove unexpectedly light; gestures that imply stability introduce subtle ambiguity.

"The tension between certainty and doubt becomes the unifying language of the family, extending to the cabinet, which conceals and discloses its identity only through engagement.

"Rather than clarifying confusion, the collection gives it form – a precise and restrained body of work that invites reconsideration, encouraging awareness of the subtle misalignments that reshape perception."

Students: María Luisa Becerril Hernández and Ana Laura Matus Marcos
Course: Product Design
Tutors: Mariana Solis, Montserrat Castañón and Lobsanth David Ortega Tadeo

Desasosiego by Cass Rodriguez Castañeda

"Desasosiego is a light fixture made from a balanced blend of stainless steel and 3D printing. It challenges the traditional perception of light by giving it an intimidating appearance that contrasts with its historical meaning.

"The fixture invites the user to interact with it to adjust the intensity of its light using the potentiometer discreetly integrated into its base."

Student: Cass Rodriguez Castañeda
Course: Intelligent Materials
Tutors: Aldo Cañedo, Mario Tovar and Luis Rodriguez
Email: a01751430[at]tec.mx

Floralis by Alex De La Peña and Paolina Ruis Magaña

"Floralis is a dual-role furniture designed to optimise small spaces, serving as a short-term seat and discreet storage system.

"Inspired by the aesthetics of Art Noureau, defined by organic and vegetable lines, it fulfils a visceral function by projecting calm and tranquility in an immediate way."

Students: Alex De La Peña and Paolina Ruis Magaña
Course: Object Configuration
Tutors: Yuliana Tónix Cuahutle, Oliver Gómez, Joel Olguín and Leticia Gaytá

Gama by María Inés Morales Cortés

"Gama is an interactive table lamp with a pop aesthetic, made of stainless steel, moveable 3D pieces, and an ESP32-S2 microcontroller with a touch sensor that regulates the light.

"The variation emerges from the material through a gradation of colour, brightness and transparency that the user modulates with each gesture, creating their own luminous scale and personalised atmosphere."

Student: María Inés Morales Cortés
Course: Intelligent Materials
Tutors: Aldo Cañedo, Mario Tovar and Luis Rodríguez
Email: a01752330[at]tec.mx

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Promotion: UK-based perfume house Clive Christian Perfume has collaborated with Spanish artist Domingo Zapata to design a bottle for its latest fragrance, which intends to push contemporary perfume boundaries.

Named Strange Heavens Out Of The Blue, Clive Christian Perfume's latest bold fragrance features a panda drawn by Zapata in his signature style.

The mini, all-white artwork punctuates the distinctive form of the brand's bottle, which for this collection was coloured cobalt blue – a tone that evokes poison bottles of the Victorian era.

Created as the third scent in the Addictive Arts collection, Strange Heavens Out Of The Blue was designed as a punchy fragrance and is a bid to redefine contemporary perfumes.

Informed by artistic and literary worlds, the brand describes the scent as "complex and compelling".

It has a 25 per cent perfume concentration with notes of coffee and aniseed, along with orange flower and vanilla caramel.

"Perfume is love, it is part of who you are – who you are to others," said Zapata. "When I smell Out of the Blue, it brings me to fresh, splash, dance, summer, travelling, exotic."

"It reminds me of all these sensations that I can not and will not ever want to get away from."

Out of the Blue is the third fragrance in the Addictive Arts collection; it follows a pair of perfumes named Jump Up and Kiss Me.

Zapata's signature panda – a symbol of balance, playfulness and joy – aligns with Clive Christian Perfume's aims for the scent collection to "explore our most indulgent emotions".

"For me, Strange heavens is like you are in a dream – in panda heaven," he said. "In Panda heaven, strange things can happen. It really means that everything is possible."

"In art, as long as you put passion, love, dreams, even the things that don't match, can be art," he continued.

To learn more about the perfume, visit the brand's website.

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Casalgrande Padana aimed to bring new softness and depth to block-coloured tiles with its Elements Texture porcelain stoneware range.

The Elements Texture tiles feature subtly cloudy matt surfaces in a choice of six neutral colours and two textures – either Naturale, with a chalky organic grain, or Canvas, which is more crosshatched and textile-like.

These textures are soft to the touch and have a tactile quality, helping to create balanced, welcoming interiors within a broad range of decorating styles, from classical to modern.

The range is intended to combine style and performance for interior elements including floors, walls and furnishings and to pair easily with decorative or complementary tile designs.

These can include the slatted wood-like Elements Texture Canneté decorative tile or other designs in Casalgrande Padana's Elements trio, with stone- and timber-like surfaces.

The Elements Texture tiles are made to be highly functional, with fire-resistant, anti-bacterial, non-absorbent and non-allergenic properties. They are also easy to clean and maintain their appearance over time, according to Casalgrande Padana.

Product details:

Product: Elements Texture tiles
Brand: Casalgrande Padana
Contact: sara.costi@casalgrandepadana.it

Material: porcelain stoneware
Colours/finishes: Antracite, Beige, Grey, Taupe, Tobacco, White
Dimensions: 1200 x 2780, 1200 x 1200, 600 x 1200 or 600 x 600 millimetres

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Promotion: commercial furnishing company Visplay has enhanced its modular furniture systems to keep up with the evolving needs of retail interiors.

According to Visplay, retail spaces, from compact shops to sprawling department stores, typically have open-plan layouts and an ever-changing cycle of new products to display and sell.

Where fixed layouts once dominated, interior designers and architects are now opting for solutions that better integrate digital interfaces, accommodate changing product displays and facilitate shifting brand concepts.

This level of adaptability lends itself well to modular furnishing systems, which can be fine-tuned over time to respond to the changing needs of shoppers and brands alike.

Visplay's harnessing of modular systems for such interiors was demonstrated at retail trade fair EuroShop 2026 in Düsseldorf, Germany, at the L&S Group stand through an installation at the brand's stand.

"The display demonstrated how structure, light and digital elements can interact within a coherent spatial framework," said Visplay.

The installation centred around the brand's freestanding structure system, Spatio, which comprises aluminium profiles and steel uprights that combine to form an expansive grid structure.

Spatio provided the central backbone of the space, within which digital components, product displays and lighting elements were integrated.

"Rather than relying on conventional walls, the installation created an open system that structured the space while remaining flexible," the brand continued.

As well as Spatio, Visplay also introduced the next generation of its established wall systems during the trade fair: Beam EVO and Xero 4 EVO.

Both are wall-mounted modular shelving systems based on vertical apertures, along which shelves and rails can be positioned at varying intervals depending on the nature of the display.

The new iterations share the same minimalistic language as preceding versions, with additional electrification integrated into the shelving.

This enhancement allows lighting and other digital features to be connected to the system without compromising on neatness.

In terms of installation, Beam EVO and Xero 4 EVO are able to work with, rather than against, existing interior spaces, with installation being possible across varying architectural contexts.

This was also demonstrated during EuroShop 2026, with the frameworks being applied across curved surfaces, cylindrical volumes and glass partitions.

"Together, the installation highlighted a broader shift in retail design: instead of fixed interiors, designers increasingly work with adaptable structural frameworks that allow spaces to evolve over time," said the brand.

"Modular systems provide the basis for this approach by combining spatial organisation, display and infrastructure within a flexible architectural system."

To find out more about the brand's catalogue of modular systems, visit the Visplay website.

The photography is courtesy of Visplay.

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Dezeen Showroom: US brand Astek has put a fresh spin on art nouveau with its Eterna Nouveau wallpaper range, featuring bold, blown-up botanicals.

Eterna Nouveau is a range of mural-style wallpapers featuring large-scale painterly prints that, in keeping with their stylistic inspiration, feature richly ornamented motifs from nature.

The scale and style are both novel twists, as is some of the subject matter, with the Carnivoria print incorporating Venus flytraps and other carnivorous plants, and Ondine venturing underwater to feature kelp stalks.

The other designs in the series – Aquavita, Cymbeline, Fleurline, Melodie and Noctiflora – cover more well-trodden ground with plants such as orchids, water lilies and poppies.

Astek describes the Eterna Nouveau range as sophisticated and surprising and as bringing both artistry and luxury into interiors.

The wallpapers are digitally printed to order onto Astek's Type II vinyl substrate, which is suitable for high-traffic areas, and they incorporate a spot gloss finish, adding richness and visual depth.

Each design is available in a choice of four colour combinations.

Product details:

Product: Eterna Nouveau
Brand: Astek
Contact: info@astek.com

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Dezeen Showroom: soft neutral colours meet a slatted, wood-inspired surface in the Elements Texture Canneté tile by Italian brand Casalgrande Padana.

Part of the Elements collection of porcelain stoneware, the Texture tiles shape space through gentle colour, while their decorative option, Canneté, offers a slatted wood effect in the same palette, giving the opportunity to create striking visual and tactile compositions.

Casalgrande Padana says that the combination of the smooth matt tile with the rhythmic ridges of Canneté adds depth to a room while balancing the aesthetics of tradition and modernity.

"This striking decorative element enlivens walls and complements furnishings, for a sophisticated, eye-catching effect that embodies elegance," said the brand.

The Texture tiles are one of three finishes in the Elements collection along with Essence and Pebbles, which feature a wood effect and mineral-rich, flecked look respectively.

According to Casalgrande Padana, the three finishes can be harmoniously mix and matched, and suit a wide variety of interior design styles from the Scandinavian or industrial to the classic or eclectic.

Product details:

Product: Elements Texture Canneté
Brand: Casalgrande Padana
Contact: sara.costi@casalgrandepadana.it

Materials: porcelain stoneware
Colours/finishes: Antracite, Beige, Grey, Taupe, Tobacco and White
Dimensions: 600 x 120 millimetres

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Today marks 10 years since the death of one of architecture's all-time greats, Zaha Hadid. To help mark the anniversary, Zaha Hadid Foundation director Aric Chen has picked out 10 of his favourite items from the Hadid archive exclusively for Dezeen.

Iraqi-British architect Hadid died from a sudden heart attack in Miami on 31 March 2016.

Sometimes referred to as the "Queen of the Curve", her distinctive style had an enormous impact on the way buildings are designed. She is still the only solo woman ever to win the coveted Pritzker Architecture Prize, receiving the honour in 2004.

Today her legacy is looked after by the Zaha Hadid Foundation, which this summer will be carrying out renovation works on its 10 Bowling Green Lane building in London – Hadid's former office – with plans to reopen in the autumn as a public space hosting exhibitions, talks, workshops and other cultural events.

The charity is also currently undertaking a multi-year project to inventory and catalogue the estimated 300,000 items in its archive.

In memory of Hadid on the 10th anniversary of her death, foundation director Chen selected 10 artefacts for Dezeen:

Malevich's Tektonik, London, UK, 1976

"This student work of Zaha's is something we always bring out for visitors to the archive. It speaks of her precociously bold inventiveness, and the influence of Malevich and the 20th-century Russian and Soviet avant-garde on her pursuit of liberating architecture from constraints, and even gravity, through abstraction.

"In this case, Zaha was responding to an assignment while studying under Rem Koolhaas and Elia Zenghelis at the Architectural Association (AA). Based on one of Malevich's 'arkhitekton' studies of architectural form, you can see what would become a 14-storey hotel orbiting and landing on London's Hungerford Bridge.

"Zaha would create new versions of this painting later on, but this is the first, and was presumed lost until we rediscovered it in one of her student portfolios."

Student sketchbook, London, UK, 1977

"Among the dozens of sketchbooks in the archive, three of them, including this one, cover the period from October 1976 to May 1977 when Zaha was a student at the AA. Together, they offer remarkable insights into the development of her ideas, while posing just as many questions.

"This particular drawing relates to the development of her student project for a Museum of the Nineteenth Century, and comes towards the end of a series that places its elements in a range of sites and locations including, as you can see, her native Iraq. We're not exactly sure what her intentions were in doing this, but we're often asked how closely connected Zaha felt to Iraq, and the answer is: very.

"It will be exciting to see her only built project in the country, the 170 metre-tall Central Bank of Iraq tower, inaugurated later this year."

The Peak, Overall Isometric, Day View, Hong Kong, China, 1983

"Zaha found conventional methods of architectural drawing to be limiting, and so – especially early on – she used painting as a tool for investigating new possibilities for architecture, tectonics and space. We're fortunate to have hundreds of these paintings in the archive.

"This one depicts her proposal for a leisure club on Hong Kong's Peak that won an international competition in 1983. While it was ultimately never built, the scheme caused quite a stir and helped catapult Zaha to the forefront of the architectural vanguard at the time."

Painted Jacket, circa 1985

"Zaha was as virtuosic in constructing her persona as she was in creating architecture. In many ways, her work, how she lived and who she was were of a piece, and fashion – what she herself wore –figured prominently into the equation.

"The archive includes her personal wardrobe: around 1,200 garments including extraordinary examples from Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto, Comme des Garcons, Prada.

"However, Zaha herself designed and made this linen jacket in the mid-1980s, painting it with the same 'wooshes' and other shapes that can be found in some of her sketchbooks and interior designs of the period. It also reveals her playful side: tucked in a lower corner is a single, large googly eye.

"She wore the jacket to the opening of her first solo exhibition in Japan at the GA Gallery in 1985."

Vitra Fire Station presentation box, Weil am Rhein, Germany, 1991-1993

"For years, it was assumed that Zaha's designs were unbuildable, until she started building them. Her first permanent structure was a fire station commissioned by Rolf Fehlbaum for the Vitra Campus in Weil-am-Rhein, Germany.

"Made for that project, this incredible acrylic box model snugly fits layers of cardstock reliefs, paintings, drawings and photocopies in a way that allowed Zaha to literally carry the design process with her to client meetings.

"The office made several of these for various projects. In a 1993 lecture, Zaha described how, being an Iraqi passport holder at the time, she would often get stopped at the airport. And so making these transparent, see-through cases was a somewhat cheeky way of speeding up the baggage-search process."

A New Barcelona sketches on Post-its, 1989

"The design process in the office could be both brisk and iterative, and Zaha often used Post-its, alongside sheets of tracing paper, notepads and hotel stationery, to communicate intentions, assign tasks, jot notes, or spark design concepts amongst her staff and colleagues.

"This set of early sketches, relating to A New Barcelona (1989), her entry to a competition called Housing and the City, explores interlocking geometries that twist the city's axis and probe the layering of elements within Barcelona's grid."

Music Video Pavilion study models, Groningen, the Netherlands, 1990

"The archive includes countless architectural models, but I have a particular weakness for these little guys, which were made by the artist Daniel Chadwick while he was working for Zaha.

"They're variations on a music video pavilion that Zaha built for a 1990 urban festival in Groningen, the Netherlands. (Bernard Tschumi, Rem Koolhaas, Peter Eisenman, and Coop Himmelb(l)au also participated with pavilions of their own.)

"Zaha's narrow pavilion, wedged between two historic buildings, led visitors up stairs and ramps through a series of screened music videos – a new pop-culture medium at the time. The pavilion still exists, though moved to another location, and will feature in our exhibition Zaha Hadid: Architecture of Performance, which will be on view at the foundation when we reopen this autumn."

MAXXI relief model, Rome, Italy, circa 1998

"How to represent Zaha's unconventional spatial imagination was a constant question for the office, and one of the most striking inventions they came up with was paper reliefs, like this one for the MAXXI museum in Rome.

"Cut and folded from single sheets of heavy paper, these reliefs bridged Zaha's 2D and 3D work while articulating the interlocking forms and flowing spaces she was exploring and, in this case, their relationship to the museum's urban site."

Liquid Glacial Dining Table, London, UK, 2012

"In some quarters, Zaha is known just as much for the objects she designed as her architecture. By all accounts, she was passionate about the many furniture, tableware, jewellery and other objects that she and her studio created with over a hundred manufacturers and producers.

"One of the projects I remember best is the Liquid Glacial collection she designed for David Gill Galleries in London, including this stunning two-part dining table, which sits in the archive with its pulsating, rippling surface."

Wooden Goat, date unknown

"Zaha mostly furnished her homes with her own designs, but with some notable exceptions. She was a fan of the Panton chair, for example. And then there was this goat.

"We're still looking into the backstory, but it became something of an old standby for her, and an emblem of the deep loyalty that defined many of her relationships.

"As a 2008 Vogue magazine profile on Zaha's home reported: 'The only animal is a carved goat which a friend gave her years ago and which she takes everywhere because, as she says, 'I am very superstitious about friendship'."

The images are courtesy of the Zaha Hadid Foundation.

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Dezeen Showroom: British lighting brand Tala has put a contemporary, minimalist spin on vintage bulkhead lights with its rippled glass Firth wall light.

The Firth sconce is made of a thick circle of clear mouth-blown borosilicate glass surrounding a smooth and milky diffuser, gently recalling the industrial light fixtures that often featured metal cages and ribbed deco-style glass.

Its refined look comes from its seamless flush-mounted appearance, with no visible fixings, and meticulously crafted glass, which is mouth-blown by expert artisans into a custom mould and then flame-polished.

"Inspired by vintage industrial bulkheads, the Firth wall light reinterprets classic forms with modern simplicity," said Tala designer Zoe Stark. "Its thick glass and fluid design create a soft, radiant glow that brings depth and elegance to any interior or exterior space."

Designed with residential and hospitality environments in mind, the Firth wall light aims to be practical as well as visually appealing, with an IP65 rating that makes it suitable for for bathrooms, outdoor use and wet areas.

Its compact profile also means that it wont obstruct hallways and, as a result, ensures that it is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The lighting source is Tala's ceramic-based dim-to-warm bulb, which shifts to a warmer colour temperature when dimmed. It is replaceable with any GX53 bulb for easy upkeep.

Product details:

Product: Firth wall light
Brand: Tala
Contact: promembers@tala.co.uk

Materials: glass shade, silicone diffuser, ceramic-based bulb, stainless steel, aluminium fixings
Dimensions: 150 x 150 x 78 millimetres

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Promotion: lighting brand Tala has unveiled The Muse 2.0, an evolved version of its portable The Muse lamp, in fresh colours and an updated system shaped by "customers who actually live with the lamp".

The Muse 2.0, like its predecessor, has a lantern-like appearance with a battery-powered design.

It's a portable light for indoor and outdoor use, designed to recall "the promise and grandeur of the British pleasure garden" and gives users the ability to transform dimly lit spaces, such as outdoor terraces or patios.

Like its predecessor, The Muse 2.0 is available in Pleasure Garden Green, Hackles Black, Candelnut White, and Pomona Red, plus two striking seasonal colours: Claycourt Orange and Posset Yellow.

Claycourt Orange was influenced by rich, earthy clay tennis courts and is described by Tala as "architectural, grounded and confident".

Posset Yellow is a nod to the citrus tone of the classic British dessert and is designed to bring a lighter, optimistic warmth into the home.

According to Tala, both colourways have a seasonal feel to them and are suited for home spaces, but could also be used whilst travelling.

"Together, they extend the palette of a piece that has quietly become a contemporary staple in homes, restaurants and hospitality settings," said the brand of its newly launched colours.

In a bid to enhance the lamp's longevity and usage, Tala has also reworked the internal engineering of its lamp in response to user feedback.

With The Muse 2.0, the product's battery performance has increased by 20 per cent, delivering over 30 hours of light at low brightness or 10 hours at full power.

The design also now supports both fast USB-C PD and wireless charging, reaching full charge in 5.5 hours, with 50 per cent restored in two hours.

"Rechargeable lighting has become one of the most important shifts in how we use light today," said co-founder of Tala, Josh Ward.

"Lamps are no longer fixed objects," he added. "They move with us through our homes and outdoor spaces."

Tala has also introduced a reverse charging capability within its revamped design, where it can power a phone directly – something that the brand said users can use when using the lamp outdoors and away from charging equipment.

"The Muse 2.0 becomes both light source and quiet backup power," added Tala.

For its The Muse 2.0 lamp, Tala has also strengthened the lamp's longevity with its total battery time now exceeding 5,000 hours across 500 charge cycles, which is supported by a replaceable battery pack designed for long-term ownership.

Its colour temperature range has also been expanded, allowing for a warmer ambient glow at lower brightness levels while maintaining clarity at full output.

"Too much of this category is still treated as disposable," added Ward. "With The Muse 2.0, we focused on strengthening the engineering behind the design, from longer battery life to practical upgrades like bi-directional charging."

"We want The Muse to be the kind of object people keep for decades, repaired when needed and maintained for years to come."

To learn more about the lamp, visit Tala's website.

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Promotion: Lexus will return to Milan design week this year with an exhibition spotlighting its Discover brand vision, which focuses on its future-facing innovation within luxury mobility.

Lexus explained that since its inception, it has charted its own course, challenging convention and redefining the standards of luxury mobility.

Guided by this mindset of innovation, the brand aims to push the boundaries for better products and services, creating new experiences that value every moment shared with its customers.

This includes accommodating freer movement whilst enabling lifestyles to become more adaptable and enriching.

During the Italian design festival, Lexus will present its new creative installation, which intends to show how mobility is changing from simple transportation into a new experience that "reimagines space itself".

The company explained how movement impacts both public and private lives, and by empowering individuals with more adaptable spaces, Lexus intends to enable people to pursue a lifestyle that feels more fulfilling.

"In this future, mobility transforms from simple transportation into a new experience that reimagines space itself," said Lexus.

To express Discover, Lexus will stage an exhibition at the Superstudio Più Daylight gallery in Milan's Tortona district during the festival, which will spotlight the brand's latest creative initiatives.

At the centre of the exhibition will be an installation platforming Lexus' Flagship, LS Concept, a six-wheeled, chauffeur-driven people-carrier with a voluminous and heavily insulated interior.

First unveiled at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 in October, the Flagship LS – with LS standing for "Luxury Space" instead of "Luxury Sedan" – is a people carrier that represents Lexus' vision for luxury lifestyles.

In addition, Lexus' Milan exhibition will unveil four works created through its Discover Together 2026.

An evolution of the Lexus Design Award launched in 2013, the initiative sees Lexus partner with emerging designers and creatives to pioneer new avenues for the brand.

It was launched at last year's Milan design week with artworks riffing on Lexus' Black Butterfly, the brand's next-generation cockpit interface for electric vehicles.

The Discover Together theme for 2026 is "Discover Your Space". Here, participants will reinterpret the rear seat of the LS Concept as an exploration of a car's personal, private interior space, which Lexus said, "is unlike anything experienced before".

Lexus' in-house designers collaborated with Japanese craftspeople on one of the works, while this year's other Discover Together teams are Italian design studio Guardini Ciuffreda Studio, Amsterdam-based experience design studio Random Studio and Japanese filmmaker and art-director duo Kyotaro Hayashi and Yumi Kurotani.

Lexus highlighted the benefit of collaborating with outside creatives as part of its future-forward vision.

It explained that as a brand, it is committed to understanding and implementing different cultural differences as part of its purpose to pioneer industry and lifestyle change.

Milan design week is the world's biggest design festival, taking over the city each April. Lexus has become a mainstay of the event, having participated since 2005.

To learn more about Lexus' Discover brand vision at Milan design week, visit its website.

The Space exhibition will be held at Studio Più Daylight, Via Tortona 27, Milan, from Tuesday 21 April 2026 to Sunday 26 April 2026.

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Dezeen Showroom: Ukrainian designer Valeriya Amirova looked to desert landscapes to inform this throw blanket, produced through her brand Edere Editions.

Amirova said she looked to the mineral landscapes, carved stones and clay architecture of the Nabateans – the ancient Arab people who built Petra in Jordan – for the Khayal throw and wider Persian Drop collection.

For the Khayal throw, she said she focused on the rhythmic triangular patterns traditionally painted on houses as a particular reference, translating them into a textile motif knitted in colours that echo the pigments of the desert.

"Persian Drop becomes a dialogue between ancient desert geometry and modern interior design: grounded, architectural textiles made for calm, warm living," said Edere Editions.

The Khayal throw is knitted from eight-ply organic cotton and available in colour combinations including Ivory Clay, Sand Citrus and Oud Caravan Fire.

As with all Edere Editions products, it is made in limited qualities in a workshop in Kyiv.

Product details:

Product: Khayal throw
Designer Valeriya Amirova
Brand: Edere Editions
Contact: amirova.valeriya@edereeditions.com

Materials: organic cotton
Colours/finishes: Ivory Clay, Sand Citrus, Oud Caravan Fire, Violet Smoke Fig, Amber Cola Ink, Terracotta Soil Clay Graphite, Sand Slate
Dimensions: 1850 x 1350 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Molteni&C has launched a new outdoor collection made from tubular aluminium, designed by the brand's creative director Vincent Van Duysen.

The Soleva outdoor furniture collection includes an armchair, sofa, stool, table and sun lounger, all united by the confident lines of their powder-coated tubular aluminium structures, giving them an architectural language.

These structures trace a continuous outline, with a balance of strong lines and angular curves creating visual harmony.

The bold frames are paired with a contrasting backrest made of slats of durable marine plywood and seat cushions upholstered in durable, weather-resistant fabrics.

"Soleva creates a true design landscape: a light, carefully calibrated architecture that communicates modernity with discretion," said Molteni&C.

"Each piece captures the balance between space and form, light and material, conveying a sense of calm and openness – ideal for experiencing outdoor living with contemporary elegance and refinement."

Product details:

Product: Soleva
Designer Vincent Van Duysen
Brand: Molteni&C
Contact: customer.service@moltenigroup.com

Materials: powder-coated tubular aluminium, marine plywood, polyurethane padding, polyester fabric, lava stone table tops
Colours/finishes: Nuvia White or Selva Green frames with various fabrics

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Dezeen Showroom: the 1980s Memphis style informed South African designer Haldane Martin's SuperRational modular outdoor sofa, released through his brand Haldane.

The SuperRational sofa is defined by its endlessly repeatable one-by-one-metre seating modules and its grid-like stainless steel frame, which is both practical and visually appealing.

Martin based his design on an image that had intrigued him since he was a design student, of Umeda Masanori's Tawaraya Ring – sometimes referred to as the "boxing ring sofa".

"The photograph showed the whole Memphis group gathered on it, headed by Ettore Sottsass," said Martin. "It was described as a space for intellectual sparring. But, it looked like the beginning of something far more intimate."

As with the Tarawaya Ring, Martin's SuperRational can be configured like a conversation pit or giant daybed, allowing multiple people to sprawl across it.

It is designed to be easy to arrange and pull apart according to need and mood, with more conventional sofa shapes such as linear and L-shapes also achievable.

The grid frames are available in polished or powder-coated finishes and, as well as providing a distinctive '80s graphic touch, they allow water to drain through so that the cushions can dry out quickly.

Product details:

Product: SuperRational sofa
Designer Haldane Martin
Brand: Haldane
Contact: sales@haldane.co.za

Materials: stainless steel, polyurethane cushions, textile covers
Colours/finishes: polished stainless steel or one of 30 powder-coated colours; Crevin's Salina and Fiji fabrics
Dimensions: 1000 x 1000 x 797 millimetres (per module)

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Why did a coalition including the AIA file a lawsuit against Donald Trump this week? How did a conversational AI toy respond when a child told it "I love you"? Listen to the latest episode of Dezeen Weekly now.

Plus: why are there concerns about the skyscrapers springing up across Africa?

In this episode, Dezeen features editor Nat Barker and design editor Jennifer Hahn discuss the row over Trump's renovation plans for the Kennedy Center, as well as his decision to rename the building after himself.

Then, they delve into the findings from a study on the potential psychological impacts for young children of a growing wave of toys embedded with AI chatbots.

Finally, they give an overview of high-rise construction in Africa, and the arguments for and against building skyscrapers in the continent.

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Promotion: consumer electronics brand Samsung will explore the human side of technology with an exhibition showcasing experimental concepts and its recent products at Milan design week 2026.

Named "Design is an Act of Love", the exhibition at Superstudio Piu was designed as a "laboratory for exploration".

"Milan design week is where global design culture meets – an open stage for creativity and dialogue," Samsung Electronics chief design officer Mauro Porcini told Dezeen.

"It allows us to share our vision beyond products, engaging with the design community and society at large, positioning technology as a cultural force shaped by humanity, to shape the future of humanity."

The event, which will run from 20 to 26 April, will explore how ideas and concepts become reality.

"It's not a static showcase, but a space for exploration," added Porcini. "We present experiments and evolving visions, inviting dialogue and feedback."

"It reflects how innovation happens today: open, iterative, and shaped by continuous exchange with people."

During the exhibition, Samsung and Dezeen will host a Design Talk focused on the relationship between humans and technology.

"Design begins with care"

Samsung hopes to present a glimpse into how the brand is crafting human-centred and expressive design, enabled by technology that is personal and can make an emotional connection with people.

"It comes from a simple belief: design begins with care," explained Porcini. "Historically, humans created to survive, express, and connect."

"At its best, design is a generous act – shaping solutions that improve lives," he continued. "We are exploring how technology can become more expressive and meaningful."

"It reflects a shift from the rigidity of 'form follows function' to 'form and function follow meaning', a new formula where design is no longer fixed, but fluid and flexible, evolving through interfaces and personalisation to reflect human diversity."

Within the exhibition, Samsung will showcase a combination of recently launched products and advanced concepts.

"From wearables to speakers and displays, from intelligent companions to kitchen experiences – all enabled by AI – we bring this vision to life through a series of concepts and experiments, in dialogue with existing commercial products already moving in this direction," added Porcini.

"We hope people leave inspired"

The exhibition will also consider the role that artificial intelligence (AI) will play in future products.

"As AI, automation and robotics become deeply embedded in our lives, technology will shape how we live, feel, and connect more than ever," said Porcini.

"It is critical that companies and leaders focus their design efforts on authentic human value creation – blending meaning, emotion, and quality of life with performance, efficiency, and productivity," he continued.

"AI systems must be guided by humanity as both an ethical responsibility and a business opportunity."

Overall, Porcini hopes that visitors to the exhibition will leave with an understanding of how technology can be more human.

"[I hope people gain] a sense that technology can be more human, supporting well-being, creativity, and identity," he said. "We hope people leave inspired, seeing how design can enrich everyday life, seamlessly blending into our existence, sometimes in a subtle way, sometimes with a strong iconic presence."

Milan design week takes place from 20 to 26 April. See Dezeen Events Guide for an up-to-date list of architecture and design events taking place around the world.

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Promotion: global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks has acquired mobile app developer Morpholio in a bid to revolutionise the workflows of architects and designers.

The acquisition brings the mobile apps for paper-style sketching and presentation, Morpholio Trace, Board, and Journal, into the Vectorworks product line.

According to Vectorworks and Morpholio, the move aims to fuse "paper-style sketching with powerful BIM and CAD capabilities", allowing users to easily move between sketches and detailed documents "without switching mental gears".

The companies said this will ensure seamlessness throughout the design stages, from initial concept development to final delivery, and give designers more creative freedom.

"Morpholio shares our belief that software should enhance designers' creativity, not hinder it," said Vectorworks CEO Jason Pletcher.

"By combining Vectorworks' CAD and BIM platform with Morpholio's expertise in mobile sketching and presentation, we are strengthening our foundation and expanding what our tools can do together, so customers gain even more freedom, confidence, and creative control in their work flows."

According to Morpholio, the collaboration brings the "best of mobile together with the best of desktop".

"Vectorworks and Morpholio coming together is not simply a sum of capabilities, but the start of a multidimensional expansion of initiatives, reach, and long-term value," said Morpholio co-founder Toru Hasegawa.

"In the years ahead, we see an opportunity to support a richer design experience where sketches, markups, BIM, and AI work seamlessly together," added co-founder Mark Collins.

"That's how we unlock new creative superpowers without losing the soul of design."

Vectorworks said the acquisition recognises many architects' reliance on Morpholio Trace when designing projects, such as leading US studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro.

Diller Scofidio + Renfro principal Sean A. Gallagher said Morpholio Trace has been his "go-to tool" for over a decade, allowing him to quickly communicate and test ideas, such as for the company's Canal Cafe at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale and the Pardee Center of Global Studies at Boston University.

"For Gallagher, Morpholio Trace acts as a bridge between intuition and coordination, allowing ideas to develop fluidly while remaining connected to the broader collaborative workflow at Diller Scofidio + Renfro," said Vectorworks.

"Workflows like Gallagher's will become even more seamless with Vectorworks' recent acquisition of Morpholio, which reads less like a 'software deal' and more like a quiet redesign of the designer's everyday toolkit."

Vectorworks' acquisition of Morpholio follows years of collaboration between the companies, including work to advance connectivity between Morpholio apps and Vectorworks Cloud Services. According to the team, "day-to-day use of the apps remains unchanged" for everyday users.

While streamlining workflows, the acquisition is hoped to advance the capabilities of both Vectorworks and Morpholio's product lines.

"Over the past decade, the iPad and Apple Pencil have sparked a creative renaissance for architects and designers," concluded Morpholio co-founder Anna Kenoff.

"Morpholio was founded with the vision to help define that era. While that has been an incredible beginning, we're now ready to lead the design industry into its next creative technology revolution."

To find out more about Vectorworks's acquisition of Morpholio, visit its website here.

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian studio Orlandini Design and workplace furniture brand Narbutas have released a collection of seating designed to create a pleasant environment in contemporary offices.

Comprising a sofa, lounge chair and armchair, the Kopa collection is intended to bring softness and character into office areas such as lounges, lobbies and meeting rooms.

Orlandini Design created the seating around the concept of "360-degree comfort", thinking about comfort not just in terms of the physical experience of sitting but the emotional and psychological experience of being seated.

Through the use of design, materials and colour, the designers aimed for the chairs to contribute to an atmosphere of warmth and wellbeing, employing gentle contours, tactile fabric textures and expressive hues.

The option for two-tone upholstery, with different colours on the top and bottom sections, offers an opportunity to bring extra depth and personality.

The Kopa collection is available with a choice of solid ash wood legs or metal bases for the sofa or lounge and with six base options for the armchair.

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Product: Kopa collection
Designer Orlandini Design
Brand: Narbutas

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Dezeen Showroom: Ukrainian brand Babai has released a design-forward table and stool for children that aims to fit seamlessly into playrooms and adult living spaces alike.

Designed and handcrafted in Ukraine, the Button table and Stool X are both made from high-grade birch plywood and have a structure that Babai co-founders Vika Moskalenko and Olena Zakaliuk aimed to make both minimal and playful.

Three simple structural elements come together in the design – two base sections and a top – and each of these carries its own colour, which the designers say gives a sense of architectural composition rather than applied decoration.

The pieces are finished with water-based paints and natural oils and can be ordered with optional terrazzo-style reycled plastic tops in the Re:cycled sub-range.

Once children outgrow the items, Babai imagines they can have a second life as side tables and coffee tables elsewhere in the home.

"We wanted to design a child's first table as seriously as an architect designs a building," said Moskalenko and Zakaliuk. "Children deserve real objects — pieces that respect their scale, autonomy and imagination."

Product details:

Product: Button table and Stool X
Designer Vika Moskalenko and Olena Zakaliuk
Brand: Babai
Contact: play@babai.toys

Materials: birch plywood, recycled plastic, metal fasteners
Colours/finishes: Natural, Multicolor, Lollipop, Natural & Terra, Natural & Khaki, Natural & Amber, Re:cycled & Terra, Re:cycled & Sun, Re:cycled & Jungle, Re:cycled & Nature, Re:cycled & olive
Dimensions: 510 x 440 x 570 millimetres (table), 310 x 210 x 240 millimetres (stool)

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Dezeen's recruitment site Dezeen Jobs has revealed the 20 studios on this year's Top Companies list, which includes Studio Gang and Grimshaw.

The list celebrates the leading architecture and design workplaces around the world, recognising studios that are setting new standards in employee experience and organisational culture.

Alongside US-based Studio Gang and UK practice Grimshaw, other studios recognised for their workplace culture include Donald Insall Associates in London and Beijing Shanfangzhu Art Design in Beijing.

Hosted on Dezeen Jobs, the world's leading architecture and design recruitment site, the initiative highlights companies that prioritise leadership, wellbeing, flexibility, sustainability and professional development.

"These studios demonstrate how thoughtful workplace culture can drive both people and practice forward," said Dezeen co-CEO Wai Shin Li.

"Our goal is to spotlight the companies that are driving positive change across the industry and give insight into the employment practices shaping better, more progressive workplaces."

Entries from across the globe were judged by workplace and industry leaders, including Pip Jamieson, Marsha Ramroop, Tracy Brower, Lindsay Urquhart and Aliya Vigor‑Robertson.

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Dezeen Showroom: British kitchen brand Inglis Hall aimed to create a quintessential kitchen bench with Rift, a handcrafted seat made from solid wood.

The Rift bench is intended to serve as a social gathering point in the home, with its raw oak timber construction giving it a warm and inviting look that fits in with both historic and contemporary interiors.

"A seat for all reasons, Rift is made for friends united around the dining table – sliding along to squeeze in one more," said Inglis Hall.

"Just as easily, it finds its place in boot rooms and hallways, the height perfectly suited to tugging on wellies – in short, it is a bench made for both souping and booting."

Made wherever possible from a single tree, the Rift bench centres classic woodworking techniques including turned legs, flush joins between the leg and the rail, and a shadow gap on the seat that adds dimension.

The bench is made in the brand's Sussex workshop. It is available with an optional seat pad, from one of Inglis Hall's UK partners, which is made from Old English Bruciato leather, a soft aniline leather with a slightly aged look.

Product details:

Product: Rift bench
Brand: Inglis Hall
Contact: info@inglishall.com

Materials: planed raw oak wood, Old English Bruciato leather
Colours/finishes: natural
Dimensions: 1200 to 2200 x 380 x 420 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: designer Francesco Rota and Italian brand Lapalma have added new sun loungers and combination options to its capacious Plus modular outdoor seating system.

The Plus system is designed for gardens and swimming pool areas, where it aims to invite repose through its spacious modules.

Configurable sofas, chaise longues, armchairs, daybeds and poufs make up the system, with every one of these able to accommodate the outstretched body at some angle.

The system is also designed for adaptability, with a simple hooking system made from diecast aluminium allowing for quick rearrangements at the whim of the user.

According to Lapalma, the brand sees the Plus system as a series of additions: comfortable seating plus elegance and versatility, plus relaxation-orientated design, plus easy rearrangement.

The Plus system is made of fire-retardant polyurethane foam seating with a marine plywood internal base and aluminium frame. The upholstery choices include over 100 outdoor fabrics in various colours.

Product details:

Product: Plus
Designer Francesco Rota
Brand: Lapalma
Contact: info@lapalma.it

Materials: fabric upholstery, polyurethane foam, polyester fiber (seats), marine plywood, plastic springs, aluminium frame (internal structure)

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Dezeen Showroom: Ukrainian brand Dodomoom has released a product that streamlines the look and function of entryways by magnetically holding keys and other necessities.

Created by Dodomoom product designer Andrii Burzi, the magnetic catch-alls combine a leather surface and wood base to create an object of beauty, elevating a corner of the home that is often an afterthought.

A magnetic system is concealed beneath the leather inlay, allowing keys and other small metal objects to be held as if suspended against it.

"I see genuine surprise when people realise how the catch-all works," said Burzi. "But it isn't magic – it's precision."

"For me, design must be emotionally subtle and structurally exact," he continued. "If a product appears simple, it should function with absolute clarity."

Dodomoom's catch-alls can be used on their own or in combinations of multiples, and can double as magnetic noticeboards for the office or kitchen.

They are available in four shapes and sizes and a choice of five finishes, including walnut, maple or ash wood.

Product details:

Product: Magnetic Catch-alls
Designer Andrii Burzi
Brand: Dodomoom
Contact: info@dodomoom.com

Materials: solid wood, leather, magnets
Colours/finishes: Walnut, Maple, Ash, Night Black, Misty Blue
Dimensions: varies

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Dezeen Showroom: newborns are cradled in traditionally-crafted, natural materials within Moses baskets by Ukrainian brand Anzy Home.

Anzy Home's Moses baskets are hand-crocheted by female artisans in Ukraine from OEKO-TEX Standard 100-certified yarn, which is made from 100 per cent cotton. A hypoallergenic mattress filled with organic coconut fibre sits inside.

The result is a traditional-style bassinet with a sturdy yet soft structure, which aims to bring a sense of handmade warmth into nurseries, bedrooms and living spaces.

The matching rocking stand is made of solid ash wood and is sturdy while also being easily moved from room to room.

"I created my first Moses basket while I was pregnant with my first baby," said Anzy Home founder Anna Zmiievska. "Every stitch is made with dedication and care."

Today Anzy Home employs women of all ages in Ukraine, including those who are internally displaced or from socially vulnerable groups, and specialises in knitted home decor and products for children.

The baskets are available in standard or XL sizes, with or without hoods. There is a choice of seven different colours for the cotton baskets and four finishes for the rocking stands.

Product details:

Product: Moses baskets
Designer Anna Zmiievska
Brand: Anzy Home
Contact: hello@anzyhome.com

Materials: 100 per cent cotton yarn, organic coconut fibre mattress, ash hardwood rocking stand
Colours/finishes: White, Ecru, Beige, Sage Green, Khaki, Black, Pearl (baskets); Natural, Walnut, White, Black (rocking stands)
Dimensions: 350 x 750 x 200 millimetres (standard), 440 x 740 x 200 millimetres (XL)

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In the latest episode of Dezeen Weekly, we discuss a study indicating that architecture is highly exposed to automation and talk about the winner of this year's Pritzker Architecture Prize.

How worried should architects be about large language models taking their jobs? How did the Pritzker Architecture Prize make us look silly this week? And what is "bio-upcycling"?

In this episode, Dezeen features editor Nat Barker and design editor Jennifer Hahn consider a controversial labour impact study by AI company Anthropic.

Also, they reflect on the surprise announcement about this year's Pritzker laureate, Smiljan Radić. Finally, they discuss the news that scientists have managed to produce a Parkinson's drug from waste plastic with the help of bacteria.

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Promotion: from hotel lobbies to architectural facades, Kriskadecor has selected six projects where its metal chains create a creative impact.

Founded in 1926 in Montblanc, Spain, Kriskadecor designs aluminium chain solutions for buildings and interiors, creating striking installations that sculpt space inside and out.

In its earlier years, Kriskadecor made iron chain curtains designed to let air flow through a home while keeping insects out. Now, the brand uses lightweight aluminium in a range of colours to create striking chain designs.

"Combining craftsmanship with in-house technology, the company has developed its original chain solutions into an expressive material language, one that filters light, defines boundaries, conveys identity, and invites interaction," said Kriskadecor.

"Now led by the third generation, Kriskadecor manufactures patented aluminium chain solutions tailored to each project," the brand continued.

"Rooted in complete customisation and close collaboration, the company supports clients throughout the creative process, helping translate ideas into spatial experiences."

To celebrate the brand's centenary, Kriskadecor has selected six architectural and interior projects that use its chains in interesting ways.

Casa Batlló, Spain

Forming part of a renovation project by architecture studio Kengo Kuma and Associates, Kriskadecor created a cascading chain installation at Casa Batlló, a building in Barcelona designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí in 1904.

Created to complement Gaudí's organic architecture style, the chains have a layered gradient effect that aims to add a sense of depth to the visitor route and filter daylight coming from the skylight overhead.

Ecuador Pavilion at Milan Expo 2015, Italy

Kriskadecor's chain curtains were used to cloak the exterior of the Ecuador Pavilion at the Milan Expo 2015, designed by Spanish architecture studio Zorrozua y Asociados.

Colourful, geometric patterns informed by traditional Otavalo textiles decorated the exterior, which was the first time Kriskadecor used its chains across a building's facade and to reproduce large-scale images.

Westfield Mall of the Netherlands, the Netherlands

Sinuous chains form a flowing ceiling installation at the Dining Plaza of Westfield Mall of the Netherlands, which was created by Dutch architecture studio MVSA Architects.

Comprising 30 brown and gold curved elements and over 235 kilometres of aluminium chain, the installation is the largest of Kriskadecor's to date.

Kirkland corporate offices, USA

Rings of rainbow-coloured chains descend to surround seating areas at this office space in Kirkland, Washington, which was designed by American studio DLR Group.

Kriskadecor's intervention aims to organise the interior layout of the workplace while maintaining daylight and a sense of openness.

Savoy Palace, Portugal

A sculptural chain chandelier hangs in the lobby of the Savoy Palace hotel in Madeira, Portugal, created by designer Nini Andrade Silva, which aims to create an impactful arrival space.

Designed to evoke waterfalls and flowing water, the chandelier's dramatic chains enclose the lobby's lighting.

Barceló Nasandhura Malé hotel, Maldives

Drawing on the surrounding ocean landscape, Kriskadecor created a flowing, blue chain design for the Barceló Nasandhura hotel in Malé in the Maldives.

Referencing the fluid motion of waves, the chains rise from behind the reception desks and across the ceiling in snaking patterns.

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Dezeen School Shows: a design for an ecological research centre informed by the "growth rings" of trees, is among the architecture projects from Politecnico di Torino and University of Belgrade.

Also featured is a science museum with a timber thatched roof and a school extension that includes a library and playground.

Politecnico di Torino and University of Belgrade

Institutions: Politecnico di Torino and University of Belgrade
School: Politecnico di Torino Department of Architecture and Design, University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture
Tutors: Valeria Federighi, Jelena Ristić Trajković, Caterina Barioglio, Alessia Monaco, Davide Domenico Bigaran, Giovanni Ceselli, Erblin Berisha, Kevin Painter, Federica Joe Gardella, Luciana Mastrolia, Mariolina Affatato, Lorenzo Murru, Yahya Shaker, Jessica Comino, Edoardo Bruno, Giovanni Comoglio, Aleksandra Milovanović, Jelena Mihailović, Mila Mitrović, Dušan Ignjatović, Nikola Miletić, Jelena Živković, Tamara Mladenović and Milja Mladenović

School statement:

"Six design studios taught across the schools of architecture, planning and urban design of Torino and Belgrade take as project site the Sava Blocks in New Belgrade and explore them in the course of a semester-long collaboration.

"The site, three large urban blocks developed in the 60s and 70s – along the Sava river at the western end of New Belgrade – offers an articulate set of questions and challenges, which each studio attempts to work on at different scales and with different design tools.

"This includes the urban scale of planning to the scale of the building and its structural elements, from the strategic, ludic approach of a game of practices to experiments superimposing overlapping urban logics onto the existing fabric of the city.

"A broader selection of student works will be shown in the exhibition 'Sava Blocks, New Belgrade. Rethinking Modernity' opening 24 March 2026 at the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture.

"The collaboration between the Department of Architecture and Design at Politecnico di Torino and the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, was supported by TNE-DeSK project, funded by the Italian Ministry of University and research within the EU."

Bridge of Bricks by Samuele Ferro, Sara Freisa, Vittoria Grassi and Mattia Marcone

"This design studio experiments with articulate groundscapes and public/private programmes through the urban infill of inhabited bridge structures in Block 45, New Belgrade.

"The Bridge of Bricks in Block 45, Belgrade, is a steel structure linking Branko Radičević primary school to the surrounding public space.

"It contains a library open to the city and a playroom for students, turning a connection into a place for social interaction. The project reshapes the outdoor area with new playgrounds and a green public square.

"The bridge enhances ground-level space, showing how structure and architecture create urban quality for the wider community sustainably."

Students: Samuele Ferro, Sara Freisa, Vittoria Grassi and Mattia Marcone
Course: Architecture and Structural Forms, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Valeria Federighi, Alessia Monaco, Davide Domenico Bigaran and Giovanni Ceselli

Common Landscape by Derin Demirkol, Luca Ionescu and Nikolass Jansons

"The City and Territory Design Studio frames collective life as a field of experimentation, envisioning transformative scenarios for the afterlife of urban legacies in Block 45, New Belgrade.

"The project introduces a fluid red infrastructure that acts as a subversive narrative superimposed on the regular modernist grid.

"By weaving an elevated pedestrian ribbon through the existing blocks, the proposal transforms the structural isolation of the 'superblock' into a continuous social experience.

"This organic intervention culminates in a reimagined waterfront along the Sava River, where the urban boundary blurs into a topographic landscape of leisure."

Students: Derin Demirkol, Luca Ionescu and Nikolass Jansons
Course: City and Territory Studio, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Caterina Barioglio, Erblin Berisha, Kevin Painter, Federica Joe Gardella, Luciana Mastrolia, Mariolina Affatato, Lorenzo Murru, Yahya Shaker and Jessica Comino

Sensing the Block by Lazar Vasić

"Developed within the design studio 'Sensescapes: Multisensory Experiences of Space' at the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, this project explores the role of multi-sensory spatial experiences in shaping contemporary transformative environments.

"The proposal inserts a new educational and recreational structure into the modernist fabric of New Belgrade's blocks, reinterpreting the rigid orthogonal matrix through a sequence of spatial interventions.

"A linear architectural axis connects dispersed programmatic volumes, forming a network of learning environments embedded within the open block landscape.

"Vertical elements and elevated passages establish new relationships among public space, educational programs and the surrounding urban context, transforming the open space into a dynamic 'sensescape'."

Student: Lazar Vasić
Course: Sensescapes: Multisensory Experiences of Space (M01 Design Studio - Module Architecture), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
Tutors: Jelena Ristić Trajković, Aleksandra Milovanović, Jelena Mihailović and Mila Mitrović

Co-designing Continuity in Block 45 – Artisans' Guild by Chiara Avola, Irene Bangueses, Olga Maria Lekka, Hiva Mohammadi and Samin Nour Azaran

"In this class, design is framed as a collective and strategic practice, tested through The Great Game – a simulation set in Novi Beograd's Block 45 where students work for different stakeholders.

"A group of architects is hired by the Artisans' Guild, whose intentions are unclear: 70 per cent is willing to stay and upgrade their workshop spaces, while 30 per cent is inclined to give in to development pressure and sell.

"The project translates negotiation into space: lightweight added floors extend production, facades are restored and a shared rooftop, park and football field construct a new common ground between artisans, residents and incoming mixed-use development."

Students: Chiara Avola, Irene Bangueses, Olga Maria Lekka, Hiva Mohammadi and Samin Nour Azaran
Course: Architectural Design Theory A, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Edoardo Bruno, Valeria Federighi, Mariolina Affatato and Giovanni Comoglio

Continuum by Una Simić

"Developed within the Ecological Urban Design Studio, Continuum addresses the fragmentation of public spaces in Block 70 in New Belgrade, aiming to transform the existing promenade from a transit route into a space for lingering and social interaction.

"A system of interconnected nodes is established, encouraging culture, education, recreation and play.

"The space is shaped as a continuous sequence of places that respond to the needs of different generations and enable flexible use throughout the year.

"To mitigate urban heat island effects, green and permeable surfaces are maximised, while shading structures and water features are integrated as cooling elements."

Student: Una Simić
Course: Ecological Urban Design (M01 Design Studio, Module Urbanism), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
Tutors: Jelena Živković, Tamara Mladenović and Milja Mladenović

Belgrade EcoTech Centre by Zora Đorđić and Iva Jovanović

"Belgrade Centre for Technology and Ecology is conceived as a sculptural architectural landmark where science, innovation and nature converge.

"Shaped by an organic form, the building appears to emerge from the landscape, while the ground plane unfolds into terraced public spaces designed for gathering and social interaction.

"The structure combines concrete panels with glass surfaces, balancing a sense of monumentality with transparency.

"An opening in the roof plane brings natural light into the central lobby, creating a dynamic spatial experience.

"The enclosed interior spaces accommodate classrooms, offices and research facilities, supporting education, collaboration and innovation within an open and environmentally responsive setting."

Students: Zora Đorđić and Iva Jovanović
Course: House of E:cology (M03 Design Studio, Module Architectural Technology), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
Tutors: Dušan Ignjatović and Nikola Miletić

Through a bridge of houses by Nicola Breda, Elisabetta Chiri, Erica Parola and Stefania Romanello

"The design studio experiments with articulate groundscapes and public/private programmes through the urban infill of inhabited bridge structures, or bridges of houses, in Block 45, New Belgrade.

"In this project, a monumental staircase cuts through the core of the building and connects the ground floor to a winter garden at the top level.

"The bridge incorporates public functions, including a library, study room, gym and restaurant, within a largely residential programme.

"The surrounding public space features sports grounds, playgrounds and a botanical garden, in an attempt at integrating the new programme within a consolidated urban context."

Students: Nicola Breda, Elisabetta Chiri, Erica Parola and Stefania Romanello
Course: Architecture and Structural Forms, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Valeria Federighi, Alessia Monaco, Davide Domenico Bigaran and Giovanni Ceselli

Less Concrete, More Jungle by Catarina Domingues and Kamila Gorska

"The City and Territory Design Studio frames collective life as a field of experimentation, envisioning transformative scenarios for the afterlife of urban legacies in Block 45, New Belgrade.

"The project envisions a dialectical synthesis between the socialist-modernist 'concrete' legacy and an emergent 'jungle'.

"It re-conceptualises the superblock as a porous, living organism; by elevating soil permeability, biodiversity and integrating new affordable housing extensions, the intervention dissolves the boundary between the domestic and the wild.

"Rather than opposing the existing structure, the proposal works through its latent adaptability, activating in-between spaces and open grounds as a shared ecological infrastructure for collective life."

Students: Catarina Domingues and Kamila Gorska
Course: City and Territory Studio, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Caterina Barioglio, Erblin Berisha, Kevin Painter, Federica Joe Gardella, Luciana Mastrolia, Mariolina Affatato, Lorenzo Murru, Yahya Shaker and Jessica Comino

Urban Scaffold by Anamarija Živković

"Developed as part of the Sensescapes: Multisensory Experiences of Space design studio at the Department of Architecture, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, this project explores architecture as an open, transformable spatial framework.

"The proposal introduces a linear infrastructural system that traverses the modernist blocks of New Belgrade, establishing a network of platforms, structural grids and vertical communication cores.

"Through prefabricated elements and adaptable spatial modules, the project enables continuous transformation of programmatic uses, supporting educational, cultural and collective activities.

"The resulting structure operates as an evolving urban scaffold that activates the open-block landscape, encouraging movement, interaction and multi-sensory engagement within the existing residential environment."

Student: Anamarija Živković
Course: Sensescapes: Multisensory Experiences of Space (M01 Design Studio - Module Architecture), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
Tutors: Jelena Ristić Trajković, Aleksandra Milovanović, Jelena Mihailović and Mila Mitrović

Living Grid by Miomir Kukolj

"In the Ecological Urban Design Studio, community spaces in Block 70, New Belgrade, are designed following ecological principles.

"Living Grid youth centre project is based on the idea of a spatial grid that organises the entire site.

"The grid allows flexibility, phased development and future spatial transformations.

"The project consists of eight pavilions arranged to form open intermediate spaces that encourage gathering and interaction.

"Implemented ecological measures include the presence of greenery and permeable surfaces, rainwater collection, natural ventilation of pavilions and the use of modular and demountable system that enables resource efficiency and ensures the long-term sustainability of the complex."

Student: Miomir Kukolj
Course: Ecological Urban Design (M01 Design Studio, Module Urbanism), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
Tutors: Jelena Živković, Tamara Mladenović and Milja Mladenović

Eco Weave: under the thatching roof by Petar Raković and Sara Ristanović

"The project introduces a singular large structure embedded within the park landscape of Block 44 in New Belgrade, facing the Sava river.

"Conceived as a hybrid of a natural science museum, research environment and public learning space, the building accommodates exhibitions, educational programmes and an amphitheatre.

"Its spatial identity is defined by a system of tree-like structural columns that generate an interior environment resembling a forest, blurring the boundary between architecture and landscape.

"The timber diagrid roof is developed as a parametrically controlled structural system, spanning above these structural elements and finished with traditional thatching – an ecological, renewable material that introduces a tactile, vernacular layer while reinforcing the project's environmental sensibility."

Students: Petar Raković and Sara Ristanović
Course: House of E:cology (M03 Design Studio, Module Architectural Technology), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
Tutors: Dušan Ignjatović and Nikola Miletić

Eco-Living New Belgrade – Adaptive Retrofit for Block 45 by Hania Abdelhafez, Salah Mahmoud, Sara Merhawi Tesfai and Diana Nurbasheva

"In this class, design is approached as a situated process shaped by actors, agreements and strategic choices, within The Great Game staged in Novi Beograd's Block 45.

"Group 12 performs as an architectural practice hired by a group of residents seeking an energy upgrade, in response to rising costs and intensifying summer heat stress in Belgrade's modernist housing estates.

"Through assemblies, surveys and negotiated decisions, the team mediates between efficiency targets and the preservation of the block's modernist stepped facade.

"The final proposal combines envelope improvements and rooftop photovoltaics with a mobile perforated screen that modulates solar gain while safeguarding its architectural identity."

Students: Hania Abdelhafez, Salah Mahmoud, Sara Merhawi Tesfai and Diana Nurbasheva
Course: Architectural Design Theory A, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Edoardo Bruno, Valeria Federighi, Mariolina Affatato and Giovanni Comoglio

Living Infrastructure by Yingtong Liu, Yifei Long and Yedecao Tao

"The City and Territory Design Studio frames collective life as a field of experimentation, envisioning transformative scenarios for the afterlife of urban legacies in Block 45, New Belgrade.

"The project redefines the socialist Block 45 as a dynamic node of hyper-connectivity. Centred on Transit-Oriented Development, the project introduces an elevated mega-infrastructure that reorders movement hierarchies, rethinks collective spaces and reconnects the residential buildings through a new spatial logic: a pedestrian spine weaving through the blocks toward the riverfront.

"This intervention activates underutilised voids, transforming them into community anchor spaces and educational hubs.

"Through a multi-scalar synthesis of soft mobility and inclusive housing, the proposal reshapes the superblock into a porous social landscape, where proximity to essential services and nature is elevated to a fundamental urban right."

Students: Yingtong Liu, Yifei Long and Yedecao Tao
Course: City and Territory Studio, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Caterina Barioglio, Erblin Berisha, Kevin Painter, Federica Joe Gardella, Luciana Mastrolia, Mariolina Affatato, Lorenzo Murru, Yahya Shaker and Jessica Comino

Bridging the C by Matteo Mario Barozzi, Martina Rizzello, Roberto Serra and Gianpaolo Tassone

"The project develops a bridge-building in Block 45, New Belgrade, conceived to counteract mass construction and speculative land use.

"The design respects and reinterprets the existing urban morphology, through a C-shaped configuration that reflects the neighbourhood's prevailing typology without disrupting the urban fabric.

"The programme combines residential units, grocery stores, dining areas, fitness spaces and dedicated learning and play zones for local youth.

"The course addressed the complexity of the bridge-building theme, including ground conditions and the spatial flows generated by the architecture."

Students: Matteo Mario Barozzi, Martina Rizzello, Roberto Serra and Gianpaolo Tassone
Course: Architecture and Structural Forms, Politecnico di Torino
Tutors: Valeria Federighi, Alessia Monaco, Davide Domenico Bigaran and Giovanni Ceselli

The Urban Nest by Anja Gajić and Aleksija Milošević

"Designed as a research centre dedicated to science and ecology, this project aims to connect the brutalist residential block 44 with the open promenade along the Sava River, acting as a bridge between the urban fabric and the natural landscape.

"The building is envisioned as a calm oasis where greenery flows through the architecture.

"The form of the building is carved with organic lines inspired by the growth rings of a tree, symbolising natural cycles.

"The programme includes a teaching and research centre, a multimedia hall, an amphitheatre and a large exhibition space dedicated to scientific achievements and ecological themes."

Students: Anja Gajić and Aleksija Milošević
Course: House of E:cology (M03 Design Studio, Module Architectural Technology), University of Belgrade
Tutors: Dušan Ignjatović and Nikola Miletić

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Dezeen Showroom: Ukrainian brand Yakush used snowy landscapes and neon lights as references for this tableware collection, made from hand-sculpted glass.

The Japanese Winter collection includes vases, bowls, jugs, cups, glasses and candleholders, all created as collectible design objects that combine heritage glassmaking techniques with contemporary silhouettes.

The collection comes in two colour options: Clear, which takes inspiration from Japanese wintertime scenes such as wind marks on snow and the diffused glow of shoji paper, and Neon, which adds bright pops of colour meant to evoke the reflection of neon signage on rain-soaked streets.

Yakush founder Masha Yakush researched Japanese archival photography and 1970s cinema for aesthetic inspiration and worked with recycled huta glass, a traditional free-blown sculptural glass from Ukraine and its surrounding regions.

The recycled glass brings subtle variations in tone, density and transparency, adding to the one-of-a-kind character of each item.

"I didn't want to create a collection that would be easily understood by everyone," said founder Masha Yakush. "I wanted it to be complex, layered and alive – something that invites you to look into the glass and see something personal in it."

"This is truly an art collection – it requires labour, attention and understanding," she added.

Product details:

Product: Japanese Winter tableware
Designer Masha Yakush
Brand: Yakush
Contact: info@yakush.shop

Materials: glass (minimum 60 per cent recycled huta glass)
Colours/finishes: Clear or Neon

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Promotion: brick has stood the test of time as a construction material, which supports both the appearance and long-term performance of buildings, according to clay product specialist Michelmersh Brick Holdings.

UK manufacturer Michelmersh Brick Holdings argued that brick is as relevant a cladding material today as it has been over its extensive history.

According to the company, highly durable brick stands out for its ability to balance the quality of a building's aesthetics with its long-term performance.

"Brick continues to thrive," said the manufacturer, which specialises in clay brick in a range of textures. "The material has been used in construction for centuries, valued for its reliability, versatility and quiet strength in the built environment."

"From historic cityscapes and conservation areas to contemporary housing and large-scale commercial schemes, brick continues to play a central role in shaping the appearance, performance, and longevity of our built environment," it added.

Clay brick is available in a broad range of natural colours, textures, sizes and finishes, and can be arranged in endless configurations on a building's facade depending on the creative preference of the architect.

Unlike with some more contemporary materials, with brick, designers can pay close attention to a building's context and select the right cladding to respect its surroundings.

"Whether the goal is to blend seamlessly into a historic setting or introduce contrast and rhythm to a contemporary elevation, brick provides flexibility without compromise," said the manufacturer.

Michelmersh Brick Holdings also praised clay brick's sustainability credentials, describing it as a material that performs well thermally.

A brick-clad building is able to regulate its internal temperature by gradually absorbing and releasing heat.

"Combined with modern insulation strategies, brick facades support the creation of efficient and comfortable buildings," explained the company.

Many types of clay brick are recyclable, too, reducing the building's overall carbon footprint.

"This supports long-term adaptability and offers reusability that aligns with circular economy principles," said the manufacturer.

Michelmersh Brick Holdings also noted that when properly installed, brickwork can last for generations with minimal maintenance.

This can dramatically lower the overall cost of a building over its lifetime, reducing the need for repairs and replacements.

Thanks to the robustness of clay brick, individual units can be replaced without disturbing the wider facade, making it a particularly versatile material.

The company offers a swatch book that allows architects and designers to select the brick to suit the cladding of their project.

"Brick remains a trusted material because it has proven itself over time," concluded Michelmersh Brick Holdings. "Its established heritage, combined with an unmatched range of colours and textures, makes it suitable for almost any setting."

To learn more about Michelmersh Brick Holdings, visit its website.

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Dezeen School Shows: a 1970s family home reimagined with contemporary styling is among the projects from LABASAD Barcelona School of Arts and Design.

Also featured is a duplex apartment designed for a creative couple and a residence for a young fashion designer.

LABASAD – Barcelona School of Arts and Design

Institution: LABASAD – Barcelona School of Arts and Design
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto

School statement:

"LABASAD Barcelona School of Art and Design is a premier creative institution defined by its innovative 'Onlive' methodology – a 100 per cent online, live and interactive format that brings the studio experience to a global audience in real-time.

"Under the direction of Chiara Luzzatto – an Italian architect, stylist and art director renowned for her expertise in conceptualising and constructing modern spaces – the Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality is specifically designed for professionals seeking to master the intersection of high-end aesthetics and technical expertise.

"The programme prepares students to create sophisticated environments by integrating project-based knowledge in furniture, retail and hospitality with a solid foundation in materials and technology.

"Beyond the technical, the curriculum emphasises identity, comfort and modern communication. Students master 3D practices, photography and styling to produce compelling visuals for global brands.

"Additionally, LABASAD integrates artificial intelligence through specialised workshops, ensuring graduates lead the industry with the latest generative tools.

"Based in the creative hub of Barcelona, LABASAD connects students with world-class faculty, bridging the gap between academic theory and professional excellence in the contemporary design landscape."

Manufactory's Duplex by Adriano Galati

"Nested in a two-story workshop within an ancient manufacturing neighbourhood, this space occupies the building's top floors, facing a new south-side garden park.

"The goal was to create an elegant, bold environment for an active, queer and collector couple. They sought a sanctuary to chill and host – a home that is calm yet audacious, fashionable yet timeless.

"To achieve this, the design features a large, semi-open area for entertaining, cooking and dancing, contrasted with a personal, cosy retreat for rest, fitness and work.

"This layout perfectly balances their creative energy with a need for intimacy."

Student: Adriano Galati
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: adriano.galati[at]gmail.com

Fashion Designer Personal Apartment by Sarah Kotrash

"Located in Milan, this apartment reflects the identity of a 29-year-old fashion designer. The concept translates her daily connection with textures and materials into a vibrant, open-concept sanctuary.

"By emphasising liberty through transparent shapes and contrasting stones, the design mirrors her limitless creativity.

"The living area features a sophisticated dual-access layout. While the left axis connects the foyer to the balcony, the right side – the heart of the home's visual narrative – seamlessly bridges the living and dining spaces.

"This creates a clever physical division that preserves a continuous visual axis, perfect for hosting and showcasing a modern, audacious lifestyle."

Student: Sarah Kotrash
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: sarahkotrash[at]gmail.com

Silvia's Home by Aikaterini Pantelidou

"Designed for a dynamic 36-year-old physician, this 70-square-metre residence balances clinical precision with domestic warmth.

"The interior serves as a restorative retreat from high-pressure hospital shifts, prioritising bright, well-organised spaces that facilitate energy recovery.

"The layout optimises functionality without sacrificing elegance, featuring a fluid living area tailored for hosting colleagues and friends.

"In contrast, the private quarters remain a serene, secluded haven for rest.

"By merging practical minimalism with a welcoming aesthetic, the design transforms a compact footprint into a sophisticated, soul-filled sanctuary for a modern, independent lifestyle."

Student: Aikaterini Pantelidou
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: katpantel97[at]hotmail.com

Render and Materials in Visualisation by Ulrieke Rütter

"This final project serves as a comprehensive portfolio, synthesising a year of advanced technical training into a professional-grade showcase.

"Centred on the 'Render and Material' discipline, the work demonstrates a mastery of light, texture and atmospheric precision.

"By applying a critical eye to architectural materials, textiles and glass, the project achieves hyper-realistic results using industry-standard software.

"The assignment highlights the duality of design: a wide-angle architectural perspective contrasted with an emotional, high-detail close-up.

"This collection bridges the gap between academic theory and the professional world, reflecting a deep understanding of light-matter interaction and visual storytelling."

Student: Ulrieke Rütter
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: ulrieker[at]gmail.com

Residential Apartment: The Warm Embrace by Ásdís Rósa

"Inspired by the comfort of a warm embrace, this residence is designed for a couple's first home.

"The interior balances a rich palette of deep colours with tactile natural materials. In the photo, what we can see is the dining area, anchored by a solid travertine cylinder table surrounded by classic mid-century modern chairs.

"Framed by soft linen curtains, the space is curated around two large-scale artworks that converse with each other.

"From the stone table to the glimpse of the green velvet sofa, every texture fosters connection – creating a sophisticated, soul-filled sanctuary for reading, conversation and quiet intimacy."

Student: Ásdís Rósa
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: asdisrosa10[at]gmail.com

Project by A.C.C by Faisal Salah

"Designed by Alammari Constructions Contracts (A.C.C), this master suite reimagines luxury through a bold, open-concept narrative.

"The design centres on a velvet-tufted bed set against an intricate walnut feature wall with geometric gold inlays and 3D textured panels.

"Integrating a boutique-inspired walk-in closet, the space utilises precision LED lighting and dark wood finishes to elevate the ritual of dressing.

"A spectacular crystal chandelier and an ornate gold mirror bridge the gap between contemporary craftsmanship and classical glamour.

"Finished with dark chevron flooring, the project delivers a sophisticated sanctuary defined by A.C.C's signature high-end execution."

Student: Faisal Salah
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: faisal.alammari[at]hotmail.com

Luca and Martina's Sanctuary by Klara Carlsson

"Designed for a young couple starting their life together, this project envisions a home that balances intimacy with openness.

"The entrance sets a poetic tone, featuring the delicate Samurai lamp by Ingo Maurer and the tactile Climbing Vine rug by Nordic Knots.

"Organic shapes and natural materials guide a layout where rooms flow seamlessly, fostering a sense of calm continuity. Soft curves and warm tones enhance the comfort of the space, while thoughtful organisation ensures functionality.

"The result is a soothing sanctuary – a home that grows with the couple, offering peace, connection and the simple beauty of togetherness."

Student: Klara Carlsson
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: klaracarlsson2[at]gmail.com

AV Living by Vivien Danja

"Located in Amsterdam's Houthavens district, this residence masterfully balances social interaction with refined privacy.

"The layout masterfully zones the vibrant kitchen and dining hub away from the tranquil sleeping quarters.

"Key highlights include a dedicated home office for focused work and a high-efficiency walk-in closet that maximises storage without compromising space.

"The design prioritises natural light and cross-ventilation through large-scale openings, ensuring a healthy, airy atmosphere.

"With a strategic dual-bathroom layout – featuring a private ensuite and a centrally accessible second bath – the home optimises every square metre for seamless, high-performance urban living."

Student: Vivien Danja
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: viviensimaginarium[at]gmail.com

Hotel Room – Hospitality and Office Space Design by Valeriia Sharhorodska

"This hotel suite reimagines contemporary hospitality through a lens of dark, moody minimalism.

"The design is anchored by a low-profile bed set against a floor-to-ceiling textured timber headboard, flanked by deep-channelled acoustic wall panels.

"Two monumental stone-clad columns frame the entrance, providing a raw, architectural counterpoint to the refined interior. Linear track lighting draws the eye through the symmetrical layout, highlighting a curated selection of textures – from the knot-woven ottoman to the floating vanity.

"By prioritising a monochromatic palette and geometric precision, the suite offers a sophisticated, high-end sanctuary for the modern traveller."

Student: Valeriia Sharhorodska
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: vshargorodska[at]gmail.com

A Residential Concept: Seventies Soul by Mathilda Gundlach

"This residential concept reimagines a 1970s family home, utilising interior visualisations to unlock its architectural potential for the modern market.

"The design breathes new life into the original structure, merging mid-century charm with a timeless, contemporary aesthetic.

"Defined by warm, neutral tones and a sophisticated, minimalist curation, the space balances comfort with elevated style.

"Key features include expansive seating arrangements and bespoke art that enhance the home's functionality and flow. These renderings serve as a visionary tool, inviting prospective owners to experience the dwelling not just as a house, but as a refined, soul-filled sanctuary."

Student: Mathilda Gundlach
Course: Online Master in Interior Design and Hospitality
Tutor: Chiara Luzzatto
Email: m.p.gundlach[at]gmail.com

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Dezeen Showroom: Danish company Fripon has relaunched architect Lars-Erik Ejlers's Filosof pendant, a metallic fitting originally created in 1990 for a restaurant in Copenhagen.

A compact showpiece of Danish design and metal craft, the Filosof lamp was created by Ejlers in 1990 for the restaurant Cap Horn in the Copenhagen neighbourhood of Nyhavn. It was popularised by Ejlers himself, who was a larger-than-life character.

"Lars-Erik Ejlers was not like most people and certainly not like most architects," said Fripon. "Restless by nature, he was constantly engaged in new projects spanning a wide range of fields: from music booking, arts and graphic design to preservation and protection of historic buildings in Copenhagen."

"His restless mind meant that the Filosof Lamp became the only design object he ever fully realised."

Fripon is manufacturing the Filosof lamp in Denmark using traditional metal spinning processes to make its composition of three shades – one brass, one copper and one black anodised aluminium – giving them a handcrafted feel that is absent from mass manufacturing.

Family member Niels Ejlers launched Fripon to keep the architect's memory alive following his death in 2024. He references Lars-Erik Ejlers in the company's name, which in Danish means "rogue".

The lamps are assembled and packaged at the Hans Knudsen Instituttet, a social enterprise.

Product details:

Product: Filosof lamp
Designer: Lars-Erik Ejlers
Brand: Fripon
Contact: fripon@friponcph.com

Materials: brass, copper, black anodised aluminium
Colours/finishes: original or chrome (nickel-plated solid brass)
Dimensions: 200 x 200 x 105 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: designer Luca Nichetto used recycled remnants of Murano glass to create the Upglas table lamp for Danish lighting brand Astep.

The qualities of glass, clay and marble mix in the novel surface of the Upglas lamp, which is made by crushing discarded fragments of colourful mounth-blown glass from the legendary Italian glass-making island of Murano, where Nichetto was born.

The ground glass is mixed with a resin that Astep says is biodegradable, producing a mouldable material similar to dough or clay in its pliability.

"When I first saw this new material, I got the idea of rolling and spreading it by hand, much like you would roll a flour dough to make pizza, and then shape it into a mould," said Nichetto.

Different colours of the material are marbled together and shaped in a cast to create the sculptural lamps, each of which ends up with a unique swirled pattern.

Astep describes Upglas as having a smooth, delicate surface that almost resembles honed stone, which forms both its shade and body in a uniform, all-in-one design.

The lamps come in two shapes and a choice of four dappled colourways.

Product details:

Product: Upglas lamp
Designer Luca Nichetto
Brand: Astep
Contact: pr@astep.design

Materials: upcycled Murano glass diffuser and base, stainless steel structure
Colours/finishes: Black, Green, Coral or White
Dimensions: 432 × 350 millimetres or 356 × 445 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: design studio Martinelli Venezia has created a modern chandelier where form follows function for Italian brand Lodes.

"With Axia, we wanted to engage with that tradition, asking ourselves what our voice could bring today," said Carolina Martinelli and Vittorio Venezia. "We believe the answer lies in an essential gesture: removing the wire."

This impulse gave rise to Axia's form, which features light metal branches that flow in loops from a strong central rod, illuminating opaline diffusers suspended along each orbit.

"When light is no longer bound to a cable but flows within the structure itself, the lamp changes its nature," Martinelli and Venezia continued. "This gave rise to an electrified and flexible system in which energy travels through the body like invisible sap."

The Axia lamp is intended for spacious areas where it can create a striking impression, from residential living rooms and dining rooms to public lounges and lobbies.

It is available in two finishes: Black Chrome, which emphasises the contemporary minimalist character of the design, or Glossy Bronze, which has more of a warm, decorative quality.

Product details:

Product: Axia lighting
Designer Carolina Martinelli and Vittorio Venezia
Brand: Lodes
Contact: press@lodes.com

Materials: metal and glass
Colours/finishes: Black Chrome or Glossy Bronze
Dimensions: approximately 800 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: Australian designer Alexander Lotersztain and his furniture brand Derlot aimed to bring contemporary refinement to beam seating with Platform, a system for transport terminals.

The Platform seating system features a stainless steel beam frame designed for visual lightness, with slender shell seats made of Integral Skin Foam – a polyurethane foam with a tough outer "self-skin" and a softer, lower‑density core for comfort and durability.

Individual connectivity is prioritised in the design, which features discreet power and USB sockets below the edge of each seat shell for practicality without clutter.

Derlot describes Platform as having an elegant, understated presence with balanced proportions and a sense of material honesty.

"The visual language is deliberately lightweight, yet the structure is engineered for the rigours of high-traffic public use, offering exceptional strength, longevity and ease of maintenance," said Derlot.

The materials used in Platform are resistent to wear, corrosion and vandalism, and the seating is designed for easy cleaning.

Product details:

Product: Platform seating
Designer Alexander Lotersztain
Brand: Derlot
Contact: contact@derlotgroup.com

Materials: stainless steel base, mild steel frame, Integral Skin Foam polyurethane seats
Colours/finishes: black
Dimensions: 3080 x 580 x 790 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: restaurants can design custom cordless table lamps that encapsulate their aesthetic using the bespoke design service of lighting brand Neoz.

Neoz's bespoke service allows designers working on hospitality venues to deliver the reliability of a cordless lighting solution engineered specifically for restaurants while refining ambience through highly tailored styling.

This is the option Martin Brudnizki Design Studio took when designing the interiors for the Carbone Riviera restaurant at the Bellagio Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

Working closely with Neoz designer James Perry and procurement manger Nicole Liu, the studio customised the brand's Victoria brass lamp to make it embody Carbone Riviera's Italian coast-inspired design language.

They went to particular effort for the soft shade, developing two shade types not previously in the Neoz catalogue and choosing silk fabrics, trims and pleating methods that evoke classic Roman detailing.

To match, they chose a pale blue powder-coated finish for the stem of the brass base, introducing a glossy pop of colour that is also resistant to chipping, scratching and the everyday wear of a busy hospitality environment.

Product details:

Product: Custom cordless table lamps
Brand: Neoz
Contact: sales@neoz.com.au

Materials: brass, textile

Dimensions: 275 x 120 millimetres

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Dezeen School Shows: outdoor seating with bird feeding points and a "nesting zone" is among urban furniture designs from the American University in Dubai.

Also included is an outdoor playground designed for cats and seating informed by the structure of a tree.

American University in Dubai

Institution: American University in Dubai
School: The Centre for Research, Innovation and Design (CRID), School of Architecture, Art and Design (SAAD)
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

School statement:

"At the School of Architecture, Art and Design at the American University in Dubai, DDFT 373 Virtual Designs explores the integration of artificial intelligence, virtual reality and mixed reality within contemporary design practice.

"Developed and led by Georges Kachaamy at the Centre for Research, Innovation and Design, the course positions immersive technology not as a supplementary tool, but as a primary spatial and conceptual medium.

"At the Center for Research, Innovation and Design (CRID), students worked within fully immersive VR and MR environments using generative AI tools, Gravity Sketch and Twinmotion applications to translate speculative ideas into refined three-dimensional prototypes.

"Upon completion, participants received certification from both CRID and Gravity Sketch, recognising their immersive modelling competencies.

"A central component of the course was a design brief developed in collaboration with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and Livescale. Students were challenged to design animal-friendly public furniture that functions simultaneously as human seating and as a feeding station for a chosen urban species.

"Students proposed multi-functional urban interventions that promote ecological awareness, utilise advanced digital fabrication workflows and remain adaptable for replication.

"Through this initiative, CRID continues to expand the boundaries of design education, cultivating a generation of designers fluent in AI-driven processes and immersive spatial thinking, and prepared to operate within an increasingly hybrid physical and virtual design landscape."

Wingfold by Marieh Khalighinasab

"Wingfold translates a pigeon's wing into an urban refuge that shifts between two states: open for movement and shade, and folded for shelter and care.

"A lifted canopy arcs overhead like a wing in flight, guiding airflow and creating a calm shaded seat.

"The lower thicker edge forms a protective pocket where people pause without feeling exposed. An integrated water basin, feeding tray and plant pockets invite pigeons in gently, turning everyday wildlife from background noise into a shared presence.

"Wingfold is not a sculpture. It is a small habitat that makes coexistence feel natural."

Student: Marieh Khalighinasab
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

Soft Cavities by Mohammed Saeed

"Soft Cavities is shaped by how bodies move, rest and seek comfort. Inspired by animal behaviour and human ergonomics, the form grows from motion and touch rather than rigid boundaries.

"It draws from how cats stretch and settle into tight spaces, creating enclosed cavities for shelter, warmth and calm.

"Soft transitions blur inside and outside, while the exterior supports sitting and leaning. The structure uses durable, weather resistant materials suited for long term outdoor use.

"Humans occupy the outer surfaces while cats inhabit the inner chambers, forming a shared space of comfort and coexistence."

Student: Mohammed Saeed
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

Arbor by Areig Abdelmaguid

"A sound usually vanishes the moment it is heard, but its echo can be carved into a physical entity. By tracing the three-dimensional vibrations of a bird's chirp and freezing those rhythmic patterns, a hidden geometry is revealed.

"Arbor is the frozen echo – a sanctuary built from the very oscillations of life that usually drift away unnoticed. It is a place where the kinetic energy of a melody is captured and turned into a tangible embrace.

"Within those abstract leaves, the boundaries between species begin to soften. Humans find rest within the notes of a song, while birds recognise a familiar home on the branches.

"We no longer just listen to nature; we inhabit its voice."

Student: Areig Abdelmaguid
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

Paw Plaza by Sima Assaf

"Paw Plaza grows from observing how cats move through the world. They slip into tight spaces, leap between openings, climb instinctively and seek places above us.

"This urban pod translates those behaviours into arches, circles and voids that form a shared playground for cats and humans. Seating is carved directly from the structure, removing hierarchy and encouraging quiet coexistence.

"Elevated paths allow cats to perch, observe and feel in control. Integrated feeding and drinking stations support everyday rituals without disruption.

"Designed entirely in Gravity Sketch through over 50 hours of hands-on exploration, this project is rooted in empathy, movement and play."

Student: Sima Assaf
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

Purrch by Tara Chopra

"Purrch is an urban seating prototype inspired by careful observation of feline movement. Rather than replicating their appearance, it traces the subtle geometries of stretching, curling, pausing and shifting weight.

"Each gesture is distilled into a fluid curve, layered into a single continuous line and shaped into a seamless surface.

"The design integrates feeding stations, ergonomic seating, and shading, while playful elevated perches and sweeping forms embrace and celebrate the feline body, highlighting their elegance, grace and curiosity.

"Purrch reimagines urban furniture as a shared space, defined by coexistence, care and the quiet poetry of feline presence."

Student: Tara Chopra
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

Bayt al-Hammām (The House of Pigeons) by Aastha Yadgouda

"Inspired by traditional bird towers of Isfahan and Egypt, Bayt al-Hammām reinterprets the historic dovecote as a contemporary social and ecological structure.

"The cylindrical form and thick walls provide protection and natural climate control, while carefully sized openings create nesting spaces for birds.

"Larger openings allow people to feed and interact with them, encouraging coexistence. Built using materials from traditional houses in Al Shindagha here in the UAE, the project becomes an inhabitable refuge that connects vernacular architecture, ecology and everyday social life."

Student: Aastha Yadgouda
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

The Space Between Us by Naya Sarraj

"The Space Between Us explores human–feline interaction through a sculptural architectural intervention.

"The project translates instinctive cat behaviours – curling, perching, hiding and stretching – into shared spatial conditions that can be occupied by both species.

"Cavities, ledges and enclosed hollows are shaped by feline movement and posture, encouraging humans to adapt their own bodies and rhythms in response.

"By shifting scale and perspective, the design invites moments of pause, observation and play.

"Rather than prioritising a single user, the project proposes architecture as a mediator between species, using form and behaviour as tools to foster empathy, curiosity and everyday coexistence."

Student: Naya Sarraj
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

Tomorrow's Treow by Josephine Chadwick

"Trees are home to birds and as we have moved to a more industrial world, the site of trees becomes scarcer and scarer.

"To bridge the gap between birds and humans, I propose Tomorrow's Treow, a modern interpretation of a tree, abstracted in shape to match the modern city aesthetic.

"The initial concept is rooted in the natural, branching geometry of a mature tree, symbolising growth, support and shelter.

"The form is stripped down to its essential structure – the trunk and bare branches – highlighting the skeletal framework.

"The tree has several layers of platforms for the birds to land in, designed to accommodate different bird behaviours: bird baths, space for nesting, space for feeding, etc. At the base it has seating for humans, to allow humans and animals to naturally co-exist with one another."

Student: Josephine Chadwick
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

Ma'wa by Rashed Nawaf

"Ma'wa is a biomorphic urban pod conceived as a shared micro-habitat for humans and urban wildlife. Designed as a single continuous shell, it integrates seating, shading and ecological functions into one cohesive form.

"The pod is tailored for urban-adapted birds, specifically myna, with elevated feeding and water points and a sheltered nesting zone positioned away from direct human contact to ensure safety and minimal disturbance.

"For humans, it offers a calm, semi-reclined seating experience beneath a ribbed canopy that provides shade, airflow and filtered light.

"Sustainability is achieved through passive design, material efficiency and digital fabrication using bio-composite or recycled materials."

Student: Rashed Nawaf
Course: DDFT 373 – Virtual Designs
Tutor: Georges Kachaamy

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian company Antolini has created over 50 finishes for its natural stones in the Textures+ Collection, ranging from dramatic moon-like surfaces to softened expressions that resemble fabrics.

The Textures+ Collection is designed for architects and interior designers seeking to make a statement in their interiors and is the result of 70 years of continuous innovation at the company.

The collection includes options crafted for beauty, functionality and high-performance, including Hard Rock Finish – a densely cratered design that can call to mind the lunar surface or a mountain trail, depending on the stone.

Another design, Linen Finish, features a subtle, fabric like surface effect that can soften strongly patterned stones, while Swing Finish is more rhythmic and linear, making an architectural statement with its repeated reliefs.

Among the functional finish options is the Safe Finish, which offers protection against slipping for wet environments such as poolsides and spas.

Textures+ Collection includes offerings for both walls and floors, and there are options for every setting from residential to contract where the ambition is for the beauty of natural materials to take centre stage.

Product details:

Product: Textures+ Collection
Brand: Antolini
Contact: info@antolini.com

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What's the deal with the mysterious competition to design a new "world wonder"? And how did Apple manage to almost halve the price of its least expensive laptop? Listen to the latest episode of Dezeen Weekly now.

In this episode, Dezeen features editor Nat Barker and design editor Jennifer Hahn discuss proposals for a huge new landmark in Rotterdam aimed at inspiring people to reduce their carbon footprints.

Then, they consider the significance of the new Apple MacBook Neo.

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Promotion: Chinese lighting brand OLL made its international debut at the Light + Building fair in Frankfurt, featuring a display pavilion by architecture practice OMA with a cloud-like appearance.

OLL, a high-end design lighting brand by OPPLE, worked with OMA partner Chris van Duijn on the design of the stand.

Named Light as Cloud, the stand was wrapped in white translucent fabric to create a soft, glowing effect when OPPLE and OLL's lighting collection was illuminated.

The display at the Light + Building fair, which ran from 8 to 13 March, marks the first time OLL has exhibited internationally and the fifth time OPPLE has returned to the annual event.

OMA, OPPLE and OLL worked together with the aim of creating a pavilion that blends traditional Eastern philosophy with modern minimalism.

"The pavilion is enveloped in a translucent white membrane, forming a softly glowing cloud that serves as a highly recognisable architectural landmark within the exhibition hall," said OPPLE. "The design explores how light can function as both atmosphere and infrastructure," it continued.

"Conceptually, the 'cloud' reflects both lightness in form and connectivity in the digital age, symbolising OPPLE's role as a bridge between China, Europe, and the global market through light."

Taking two plots in the Messe Frankfurt exhibition hall, Light as Cloud featured a series of experience rooms that surrounded a central social hub.

OPPLE's Software Defined Lighting (SDL) was placed between layers of fabric at the corners of the pavilion to indicate the entrance points to the central area.

Inside the social hub – which hosted gatherings and events – an installation with layers of fabric fins and colour-adjustable lights was designed to simulate the changing tones of sunlight throughout the day.

"Through flexible colour adjustment and wide-gamut control, the system simulates natural daylight rhythms from sunrise to sunset, importing a complete daily circle indoors and demonstrating the practical value of human-centric lighting for health and comfort," said OPPLE.

From the central hub, visitors accessed the surrounding rooms, each of which had a different theme that aligned with the lighting products on display.

One of the products exhibited was Ink – a curving, squiggle-like lamp informed by the brush strokes of Chinese calligraphy.

Designed by OLL and Italian design studio Habits, the light is lined with SDL modules to form a fluid, sculptural design that is "a contemporary expression of Eastern imagery".

Also designed with Habits is Flow, a hanging tubular lamp that has a colour-changing design inspired by comets streaking across the night sky.

Elsewhere in the showcase was a square lamp named Folio, which draws upon the texture and sheerness of traditional Chinese xuan paper. Set on a metal base, the light shines through a translucent panel in a pixellated manner.

"While reflecting traditional Eastern aesthetics, it expresses light dynamically and contemporarily, opening new possibilities for spatial illumination," said OLL.

Designed to mimic a sundial, Astra is a circular lamp that features a light sphere rotating around the perimeter of its round base.

"The light sphere rotates at an extremely slow pace, simulating the sun's trajectory and visualising time," said OLL.

OLL hopes that the display of Ink, Flow, Folio and Astra together in the Light as Cloud pavilion illustrates the brand's dedication to high-quality design to a global audience.

"Together, these works position OLL within the global high-end lighting design discourse while expressing the brand's philosophy in 'OLL is all," said OLL.

Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Shanghai, OPPLE aims to innovate and put its customers first with its own research and development, production, distribution and after-sales services.

"With its powerful dealer base, leading production technology research and development, a wealth of professional experience and considerate all-round services, OPPLE aims to become an industry-leading provider of lighting system total solutions, creating a healthy, intelligent, professional and high-quality luminous environment for users," said the brand.

To find out more about OPPLE, visit the company's website.

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Promotion: the China International Furniture Fair (CIFF) will take place in Guangzhou this month with an exhibition titled Contemporary Furniture Fair, spotlighting the best of contemporary Chinese design.

Founded in 1998, CIFF is a furniture trade show that takes place annually in Guangzhou in March and Shanghai in September.

The event will return this month for its 57th edition as a mega-event hosting over 5,100 exhibitors. It features the Contemporary Furniture Fair, created to platform the work of over 60 selected brands within this curated section and establish CIFF as a leading contemporary voice in the Chinese design scene.

"This contemporary design fair is a pivotal initiative in CIFF's transformation from a trade platform to an industry enabler," CIFF told Dezeen.

Among the participants of the Design Commons exhibition will be furniture brand Qianjin Mimei.

Founded in 2020, the brand strives to create furniture pieces that blend eastern aesthetics with sustainable design concepts for today's design- but environmentally-conscious consumers.

The brand is the younger arm of Qianjin Home, which has manufactured furniture for over four decades.

Also taking part in the show will be Cosmo Mobili, a Beijing-based minimalist furniture and homeware brand that eschews "over-design" with its products.

Founded in 2018, Cosmo Mobili will present furniture curated as "complete lifestyle solutions", according to CIFF.

More established brands will also be on display. Among this group will be Dixin, a furniture brand set up in Hong Kong in 1981.

HC28 Maison will also be part of the show – a brand that was founded in 2007 and has since collaborated with leading international designers, including Marcel Wanders, Yabu Pushelberg and Pearson Lloyd.

Dongguan-based Mextra Home is another brand among the group, which will showcase its pieces in an "immersive scene" brought to life with visual and sound effects.

Shenzhen brand A2Stone will also participate in the exhibition. Established in 2014, the studio specialises in creating home furnishings from natural stone.

Beijing brand Camerich will present a display that fuses inspiration from the modernist designs of seminal American designers Charles and Ray Eames with the "living spirit" of traditional Chinese courtyards.

Based in Dongguan, Recasa is a furniture brand that specialises in material experimentations. For Contemporary Furniture Fair, the brand will present pieces curated in a booth characterised by semi-transparent partitions and natural textures.

Many more Chinese brands will take part in the exhibition, cementing CIFF as a hub for local design, as well as international brands.

"Anchored by the theme 'design commons', this contemporary design fair aims to construct a supportive ecosystem for Chinese design, encompassing design, manufacturing, and commercial realisation," said CIFF.

To find out more about CIFF, visit its website, or to pre-register, click here.

China International Furniture Fair Guangzhou 2026 takes place from 18 to 31 March 2026 at the China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, 380 Yuejiang Middle Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province 510320, China. See Dezeen Events Guide for an up-to-date list of architecture and design events taking place around the world.

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Dezeen Showroom: the warmth of hand-drawn markings and calmness of natural patterns combine in the Amble indoor-outdoor upholstery fabric by US brand Designtex.

With a design resembling fossils or seashells, Amble features densely drawn lines that coalesce into soft shapes, evoking the kinds of patterns found in nature.

The upholstery fabric is available in a selection of 13 colours inspired by land, sea and sky, and it is intended to bring a sense of tranquility and crafted cosiness into whatever space it's used.

"Amble reflects the restorative quality of nature through gentle geometry and thoughtful rhythm," said Designtext principal designer Eve Singer.

"Its soft structure and balanced tones encourage slowing down, creating spaces that feel grounded, breathable and at ease."

Amble is crafted from a blend of solution-dyed acrylic and polyester Sunbrella yarns, making it suitable for use both indoors and out.

Product details:

Product: Amble
Brand: Designtex
Contact: info@designtex.com

Materials: 62 per cent acrylic, 38 per cent polyester
Colours/finishes: Silver, Graphite, Lemur, Camel, Paprika, Saffron, Eucalyptus, Forest, Iguana, Sky, River, Evening, Thistle
Dimensions: 1370 millimetres wide

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Dezeen Showroom: designer Zoe Stark and lighting brand Tala have released a London-informed lamp that recalls the shape of the Victorian chimney pots that "punctuate the city's skyline".

Named after Hampstead Heath in the north of the capital, the Heath table lamp has a stocky, tubular body that is finished in a single rich glaze named Port Red.

It is crowned by a tapering, quatrefoil-shaped shade made out of natural cotton, whose curved lobes reference the raised ring-like details of the base.

Heath is the first product in Tala's catalogue that is made in Portugal, selected for the country's prowess in making earthenware ceramics, from which the base is made.

The LED lighting element can be brightened and dimmed as needed, allowing the lamp to function anywhere from a task light to a soft mood lamp.

"Heath is a study in familiarity," said Tala. "Designed in our East London studio, its form is drawn from the tall Victorian chimney pots that punctuate the city’s skyline."

Product details:

Product: Heath table lamp
Designer: Zoe Stark
Brand: Tala
Contact: marketing@tala.co.uk

Materials: Portuguese earthenware (base), 100 per cent natural cotton (shade)
Colours/finishes: high-gloss Port Red glaze
Dimensions: 500 millimetres x 500 millimetres x 610 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: architect India Mahdavi worked with Italian furniture brand Bolzan to produce the Rosary headboard, featuring bead-like ceramic details.

Bolzan describes the Rosary headboard as a blend of tradition and refinement, combining a row of cylindrical multicoloured ceramic earthenware pieces with a wood and recycled composite panel upholstered in velvet.

The beads are made in the Italian town of Nove, a centre of ceramics production, while the velvet is Mahdavi's Chroma fabric for Pierre Frey, made from 100 per cent cotton.

There is a vibrant mix of yellow, peach, black, cherry red and mint green ceramic components, while the fabric is available in a choice of five colours.

"Each element is designed to interact with light and matter, to create combinations that evolve over time," said Mahdavi. "I love working with colour, with textures, with elements that instil vitality and intimacy within spaces, transforming them into places of personal expression."

"The bedroom, after all, is not just a room, but a private universe, a mirror of our personality and our daily rituals."

Product details:

Product: Rosary bed
Designer India Mahdavi
Brand: Bolzan
Contact: info@bolzan.com

Materials: spruce wood, recycled composite, ceramic, velvet
Colours/finishes: Dusky Lemon, Blush, Mowgli, Heater, Mint Green
Dimensions: 1860 x 1160 x 115 millimetres

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Dezeen Showroom: brutalism, biophilia and ergonomics come together in the Trio seating, created for public spaces by Australian designer Alexander Lotersztain and his brand Derlot.

Made of a monolithic slab of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) thermoplastic, the Trio seating takes the form of a rectangular block moulded into three uniform bucket seats.

The modular design is intended for settings such as airports, transit centres and other public spaces, where short-term comfort and easy maintenance are key. A recycled version is available featuring 85 per cent post-industrial waste plastic, with a terrazzo-like finish that celebrates its material history.

The seating can be configured in long rows, placed back-to-back or used individually in waiting areas, and the modules are designed for fast on-site fixing, with no complex subframes to slow installation.

Planters and integrated charging can be optionally integrated, making Trio a proposition that is both practical and mood-boosting, bringing the calming qualities of nature.

Trio is suitable for both indoors and outdoors, and Derlot says it provides exceptional impact resistance, UV stability and weather durability for high-traffic environments.

At the end of its life, Trio can be fully recycled through Derlot, and clients are invited to work with the brand to realise new products from their returned seating.

Product details:

Product: Trio
Designer Alexander Lotersztain
Brand: Derlot
Contact: contact@derlotgroup.com

Material: low-density polyethylene (LDPE)
Dimensions: 2290 x 790 x 740 millimetres

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Promotion: Spanish brand Cupa Pizarras' Cupaclad slate-based cladding system features in four different patterns across the facade of this home, designed by architects EMAKI to harmonise with the natural surroundings of the US Pocono Mountains.

The Mountain Home in Hawley, Pennsylvania, is located within a forest and serves as a year-round residence for the client, who is a friend of EMAKI founders Adham Kasem and Evgeni McSimoff.

The architects sought a rainscreen cladding system for the project that would withstand the sometimes harsh mountain climate, and chose Cupaclad because of its natural composition – it is 100 per cent slate – beauty and sustainable credentials.

The slate was also chosen to blend well into the wild setting at the north-eastern tip of Lake Wallenpaupack with its mix of rocky outcroppings, forest and water.

To add visual interest, EMAKI utilised four different cladding patterns in a first of its kind for projects using the Cupaclad material.

Each cladding pattern corresponds to one of four different volumes with its own proportions and programmatic function, creating a natural division.

"We aimed to give each volume a distinct identity, using patterns that provide variety while maintaining a homogeneous look," said Kasem.

Two of the volumes feature Cupaclad's Random cladding pattern: one in the vertical, waterfall-inspired variation and the other in a horizontal orientation to reference the nearby stream.

The Random pattern incorporates a slate of different sizes to create a dynamic composition, which Cupa Pizarras says gives the illusion of flowing water.

Another volume features the Parallel pattern, which is more uniform and regular, allowing the slate's surface texture to take centre stage. The fourth pattern, Logic, featuring more brick-like proportions, is featured in the interior garden.

EMAKI made use of Cupaclad's 101 series, which is installed without visible fixings. Cupa Pizarras' representatives worked with the team to guide them through installation and the various patterns.

A 201 series is also available, offering visible fixings and a faster installation process.

"Slate cladding worked well for this home because of its aesthetic appeal and the reassurance that we made an environmentally sound choice – benefiting both the homeowner and the surrounding environment/climate," said McSimoff.

Cupaclad is made with no chemical products or additional treatments and is non-combustible and impact-resistant. Cupa Pizarras highlights that in Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), natural slate outperforms all other mainstream cladding materials.

"Each slate used in Cupaclad systems is carefully selected for its technical properties and natural beauty, ensuring an outstanding finish for any project," said Cupa Pizarras.

"Slate is a completely natural product with unbeatable technical properties that provide considerable added value to any facade project," the brand continued.

Cupa Pizarras' products have been used in projects across five continents and 60 countries. The brand has offices in locations including the UK, USA, France and Denmark.

For more information on Cupa Pizarras, visit its website.

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What do the revelations about Tom Pritzker's association with Jeffrey Epstein mean for the Pritzker Architecture Prize? The latest episode of Dezeen Weekly is available now.

What happened in a recent court battle about Zaha Hadid's name? And could the escalating conflict in the Middle East be a worry for big architecture studios?

In this episode, Dezeen features editor Nat Barker and editor Tom Ravenscroft discuss the delay to this year's announcement of architecture's most prestigious accolade.

Then, they explain the result of a legal battle between the firm and the foundation of the late architect Zaha Hadid, and consider the implications of the Burj Al Arab being struck by an Iranian drone.

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