A Swedish Schoolhouse Turned Artist’s Home
You know how much I love a home with history – especially when it’s had a completely different life before. This one’s lovely: Malmby Gamla Skola, a former schoolhouse dating…
GM China reveals EV concept designed to evoke retro rocket ships
The Chinese division of General Motors has unveiled its Buick Electra Orbit concept car, which combines 20th-century space-age references with the latest electric vehicle technologies. The futuristic proposal was developed…
Unique, Hand-Crafted Design for Over a Decade
For over ten years, Atkin & Thyme has championed the belief that furniture should not only be functional, but also tell a story, evoke emotion, and add soul to a…
A Peek Inside a Tapestry Artist’s Notting Hill Maisonette
Sometimes, it’s hard to walk into a property and instantly see its full potential – especially when it’s looking a little… shall we say… worse for wear. Do you agree?…
Nina+Co combines natural and salvaged materials in London restaurant Ara
Local studio Nina+Co used responsibly sourced materials, including clay plaster and recycled plastic, to create a layered interior for east London restaurant Ara. Nina+Co’s founder Nina Woodcroft was tasked with…
Optino on lighting up the industry with tailored solutions
Anthony Batt, Founder and Managing Director at Optino, discusses working with interior designers to bring their creative visions to life. Optino was founded in 2021 with a clear vision: to…
This week we showcased a rainwater harvesting kit that aims to reduce household bills
This week on Dezeen, Northumbria University graduate Hope Underwood unveiled a water harvesting system that can be retrofitted to domestic drainpipes to divert rainwater. Mains to Rains, designed during Underwood’s final…
A Cosy Swedish Home with Vintage Finds & Foraged Charm
To wrap up the week, I’m taking you on a virtual trip to the countryside of Värmland, Sweden—home to Johan Magnussen. Johan has a knack for discovering vintage treasures, filling…
Instant pattern, effortless impact: New Designers’ Choice floors from Amtico
British flooring manufacturer Amtico has added nine new floor designs to Designers’ Choice, its ready-to-specify luxury vinyl tile (LVT) collection that is specially created by the in-house design team. The…
LOHA, Studio Dwell and more complete 23-building neighbourhood in Detroit
Six architecture studios from across the country, including LOHA and Studio Dwell, have completed the 23-building City Modern development in Detroit that encompasses 450 new residences and the restoration of…