Prague studio Plus One Architects has restored the "original splendour" of this 1902 apartment in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic, by reinstating some of its original features.

Located in a turn-of-the-century apartment block, the two-bedroom flat was renovated by Plus One Architects, who exposed the original paintwork present on the walls and ceilings.

The studio also streamlined the circulation inside the apartment by removing doors to open up pathways, as well as undoing dated additions that had been installed over the top of the original walls and floors.

"We think the first renovation was probably done in the late 70s," architect Kateřina Průchová told Dezeen. "It was full of wooden cladding on the walls, a lot of doors and carpet that covered the original floors."

The revamped interior has a bright, airy atmosphere, as natural sunlight comes in through the large unobstructed windows and continues deeper into the rooms thanks to the addition of transom windows on some of the interior walls.

Remnants of colourful mottled paintwork appear on the walls and ceilings alongside brown and beige sections of plaster.

Neutral-coloured paint and plasterwork feature in the kitchen and living room, where Plus One Architects retained the apartment's original masonry heater clad in glossy brown tiles.

Painted details are also apparent on the ceiling, with concentric bands of red, blue and yellow delineating the perimeter of the room.

Pink paint appears in the corridor and smaller bedroom while blue paintwork can be seen in the primary bedroom, complementing the restored wooden floorboards.

In the bathroom, white tiling lines the walls, interspersed with iridescent tiles and sections of exposed paintwork.

The rooms are sparingly furnished, allowing the paintwork to be the interior's focal point.

Plus One Architects brought in furniture with minimalist forms by Czech design studio Janský & Dunděra alongside decorative pieces from local design brand Todus.

"I hope we managed to return the apartment to the original splendour of the period, in which the house was built," said Průchová.

"You can feel how the building looks from the outside – it is an old house in the historic part of a spa town."

Kateřina Průchová and Petra Ciencialová founded Plus One Architects in 2019. The studio is based in Prague and works on projects across the Czech Republic.

Other apartment interiors that have recently been featured on Dezeen include a home in Milan centred around a monolithic green marble partition wall and a pastel-decorated apartment in Kraków.

The photography is by Radek Úlehla.

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University of the Arts London graduate Yalan Dan has fabricated a series of 3D-printed bioplastic joints that can be used to repair furniture or construct it from scraps.

His Furniture First Aid Kit, FFA for short, provides users with the means to mend broken or discarded items and give new life to waste materials such as plywood or chipboard by combining them to form new items.

The project was informed by the concept of stooping and skip diving, which involves salvaging abandoned, damaged and unwanted furniture from skips or sidewalks.

Dan aims to change perceptions about furniture as being readily disposable and hard to repair in a bid to keep items in circulation for longer.

"FFA can change the neglect of street furniture materials and encourage more people to act on their own to remake furniture that is going to be thrown away," he told Dezeen.

"It also encourages people to be more active in picking up unwanted street furniture to create new value."

Four distinct joints allow surfaces to be fixed at different angles, including L-shaped, T-shaped and cross-shaped pieces, as well as a joint that attaches a broad, flat surface to a narrow, upright piece.

Holes in the joints allow screws or nails to be inserted, holding the surfaces together.

The joints are 3D printed using polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic, coloured red and orange to reference the visual language of medical first aid kits.

"[The FFA is] inspired by medical first aid kits – most are bright red, enabling people to see them quickly," Dan told Dezeen. "At the same time, it is an eye-catching cue to differentiate the restored furniture from other furniture."

So far, Dan has used the FFA mainly to join wood-based materials such as chipboard and plywood. However, the designer says the kit can also be used in conjunction with other types of surfaces.

"Based on my research, most of the waste furniture thrown away on the streets is made of wood or plywood," Dan told Dezeen. "However, [the FFA] is not limited to wooden furniture – it can be fixed on the surface of many hard things, such as plastic, plaster and stone."

The Furniture First Aid Kit is Dan's graduation project from the University of the Arts London.

Other student-designed projects published on Dezeen in recent months include a trio of satirical smart home devices informed by feng shui and a portable treehouse-style tent that can be towed behind a bicycle.

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Perforated metal sheets form the facade of this renovated bookshop in Shanghai, China, which local studio Wutopia Lab has filled with 10,000 metres of shelving.

Named Shanghai Book City, the 12,000-square-metre building has been overhauled to transform it from a traditional bookstore into a cultural hub and public landmark.

According to Wutopia Lab, it is hoped to reinvigorate the surrounding streets and encourage visitors to spend more time reading and less time on electronic devices.

Shanghai Book City is now distinguished by its facade, which is covered in perforated aluminium panels positioned in a sawtooth arrangement. This design is intended to resemble books lined up spine-side out.

A lighting system behind the facade's aluminium panels also creates a twinkling effect as the light passes through the holes.

This aims to set the store apart from neighbouring buildings on Shanghai's Fuzhou Road while evoking a bird's eye view of the city.

"The perforated aluminium facade pattern is based on a bird's eye view of Shanghai at night, including the Huangpu district, the Bund, the Huangpu River and the Pudong district," project architect Chen Lin told Dezeen.

"The stars and dots are abstract pixels representing the lights in each household."

Harnessing the vast scale of the existing building, the bookstore's interior is designed as a "city within a city" with bookshelf-lined "streets" and 16 commercial areas.

These commercial zones include an art gallery, a theatre and a cafe, as well as writer's studios, wellness classrooms and offices, and aim to diversify the store's offerings and clientele without compromising the atmosphere inside.

"The Book City is a translation of urban space from indoors to outdoors," said Lin.

"We strive to create a vertical city with squares, streets and 'book houses' of different sizes. Readers can stroll through the streets and 'houses within houses', where books serve as the facades of these houses, forming a sea of books."

Shanghai Book City's entrance area blends into the street, creating a covered zone that functions as a public square to attract visitors to the store.

A stepped volume, named Book Mountain, sits just inside the doors and combines a platform, shelving and seating for events including book launches as well as casual perusing.

Three double-height atriums stacked one on top of the other define the core of the building, all of which are lined with oversized shelving stretching from floor to ceiling.

The atriums have glass floors that allow natural light to reach as far inside the spaces as possible, while interior windows are cut into the bookcases to help illuminate the surrounding rooms.

The seven-storey Shanghai Book City was originally built in 1998 and reopened in October 2023 after a two-year closure.

Wutopia Lab was founded in 2013 by Ting Yu and Erni Min. Previous projects by the firm include a subterranean museum with an undulating roof and a museum encased in an arch-shaped shell made from copper.

The photography is by CreatAR Images.

Project credits:

Architect: Wutopia Lab
Chief architect: Ting Yu
Project managers: Shengrui Pu and Hao Li
Project architects: Jie Lv and Chen Lin
Design team: Peng Li, Zixiang Feng, Haoran Zhang, Qiuyan Wang, Yanyan Feng, Danman Zhang, Lei Wang and Zijie Xu
Construction drawing design firm: Shanghai Sanyi Architectural Design Co., Ltd
Construction firm: Shanghai Xinhua Media Co., Ltd.

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Dezeen Showroom: a stool with a mottled finish reminiscent of terrazzo that is made from recycled plastic is among 11 new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Stump Recycled stools by Derlot

Australia-based furniture company Derlot has launched a new version of its Stump stool that is made from 80 per cent recycled plastic.

The brand's Stump Recycled stools have a simple shape made dimensional by their speckled finishes, which are available in a spectrum of standard and bespoke colour combinations.

The stools were recently featured on Dezeen Showroom alongside tableware made from concrete and a duo of chairs informed by the designs of celebrated architect Carlo Scarpa.

Read on to see more of the latest products:

Marble Lab surface collection by Fiandre Architectural Surfaces

Italian brand Fiandre Architectural Surfaces has expanded its Marble Lab surface collection with five new patterns.

Tiles in the Marble Lab surface collection are made from porcelain but are marked with marble-like striations.

Find out more about Marble Lab ›

Deep Connections fabric by HBF

HBF Textiles has released a new collection of nature-informed textiles that take cues from natural crystals and plants.

Patterns in the Deep Connections range include Tessellations, Agate Stripe and Moody Moss, which can all be used in soft furnishings and furniture upholstery.

Find out more about Deep Connections ›

Manifesto table by Stormo Studio for Pulkra

Furniture brand Pulkra worked with Italian design studio Stormo Studio on the design of a pair of minimal tables.

The Manifesto table comes in both square top and rectangular top iterations, both supported by stacks of hollow rectangular prisms to provide a sense of balance and weightlessness.

Find out more about Manifesto ›

Bubbles lighting collection by Brand van Egmond

Dutch lighting design company Brand van Egmond has released three different collections of lighting all characterised by being covered in glass spheres designed to mimic bubbles.

Chandeliers in the Bubbles lighting collection can be installed solo or in compositions and come in a selection of frame finishes.

Find out more about Bubbles ›

Multiplo table and chair by Finemateria for Pulkra

Furniture brand Pulkra collaborated with Milan-based design firm Finemateria to develop an outdoor seat and table set made from concrete.

The Multiplo table and chair have gentle curved compositions and are available in either black or white-finished concrete composite.

Find out more about Multiplo ›

Rows table by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso

Designer Patricia Urquiola has created a pair of tables for Italian brand Moroso that are united by their wooden legs that are carved with linear grooves.

The Rows table comes in two formats – Table Diagonal has two blocky chevron-shaped legs, and Table Vertical has four straight legs. Both are available in natural or coloured oak.

Find out more about Rows ›

Compage tableware by Martinelli Venezia for Pulkra

Italian brand Pulkra collaborated with design studio Martinelli Venezia on a selection of tableware made from the brand's signature Acron material – a concrete composite.

Compage tableware comprises an incense burner, candlestick holder, tray and bowl, which all come in various sizes and in either black or white.

Find out more about Compage ›

Lives Shelf by Okamura

Japanese office furniture manufacturer Okamura's new collection of modular shelving aims to provide both storage and space division in open-plan workplaces.

Lives Shelf comes in a range of finishes with optional accessories including hooks and back panels for added privacy.

Find out more about Lives Shelf ›

Dome bathroom suite by Pio and Tito Toso for Pulkra

Together with design studio Pio and Tito Toso, Pulkra has released a collection of bathroom furnishings and fittings that share multidimensional compositions.

The Dome range contains two bathtubs and two shower trays as well as a basin unit and a pouf, which are all comprised of curved three-dimensional volumes intersected with horizontal planes.

Find out more about Dome ›

Scarpa chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Karakter

Danish design company Karakter has released a duo of chairs in collaboration with architect Carlo Scarpa's descendants, Tobia Scarpa.

Scarpa chairs come in both laid-back lounge and upright dining variations, both sharing a solid wooden base and leather upholstery with a characteristic keyhole-shaped cutout in the back of the seat.

Find out more about Scarpa ›

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Dezeen Showroom: as part of our 2023 review, we have rounded up the 10 best-performing products on Dezeen Showroom from this year.

Since its launch in October 2020, Dezeen Showroom has worked with over 500 furniture, lighting and product design brands to showcase their recent releases. This year we posted over 300 products on the site, racking up over 1.7 million page views.

From a solar-powered mood light and lighting that takes cues from sea glass to a see-through bath and a kitchen informed by the shaker design movement, read on to discover the most-viewed products featured on Dezeen Showroom in the last 12 months:

Garden dome by Hypedome

Manufacturer Hypedome created a hemispherical structure made up of hexagonal solid polycarbonate panels that can house a range of functions.

The brand's versatile Garden dome can be used as a home office, hot tub shelter, den or sleeping area. Panels can be specified in either transparent or translucent finishes for increased privacy.

Find out more about Garden dome ›

Sunne light by Marjan van Aubel for Sunne

Dutch lighting design company Sunne designed a landscape-orientated lamp intended to be hung in windows, which uses photovoltaic technology to create coloured mood lighting.

Sunne light collects natural light via the solar panels on its back during the day, and at night can be controlled via a smartphone app, switching between three different modes each reminiscent of the sun's daily phases.

Find out more about Sunne ›

Pipeline modular seating by Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Australian brand Derlot listed a long, snaking modular seating system that is characterised by its cylindrical backrest.

Pipeline modular seating provides both a comfortable seating solution and a focal point in interiors, with modules that can be reconfigured into a range of compositions.

Find out more about Pipeline ›

Amore translucent resin bath by Lusso

British bathroom company Lusso manufactured a bathtub that is transparent thanks to the materiality of its resin.

The Amore tub has a capsule shape and a lightweight, freestanding design. Available finishes include Smoked Black and Amber.

Find out more about Amore ›

Monolith extractor hood by Studio Ferriani and Falmec

Italian kitchen brand Falmec collaborated with design practice Studio Ferriani on a slimline extractor fan that seamlessly integrates into kitchen worktops.

As well as providing powerful fume extraction, the Monolith extractor hood also doubles as storage for kitchen utensils and, unlike conventional appliances, does not distract from the design of the kitchen.

Find out more about Monolith ›

Versale lighting by Anker Studio for Nordlux

Bowl-shape shades define this collection of lighting designed by Danish design duo Anker Studio for lighting brand Nordlux.

The Versale lighting range comprises table lamps, floor lamps or pendant lights that come in either black or white, allowing them to easily integrate into a plethora of interiors.

Find out more about Versale ›

Shaker kitchen by Reform

Danish kitchen brand Reform released a collection of kitchen cabinets informed by the 18th-century Shaker design movement.

Shaker kitchens aim to embody the domesticity and plainness of the style, with simply decorated cabinetry available in a range of wood finishes.

Find out more about Shaker ›

5-in-1 glass set by Joe Colombo via Karakter

Danish brand Karakter rereleased a set of glassware that was originally created in 1970 by Italian designer Joe Colombo.

The 5-in-1 set consists of five fully functional glasses – a cognac glass, white wine glass, red wine glass, grappa glass and water glass – that can be placed inside one another, giving them a sculptural appearance when combined.

Find out more about 5-in-1 ›

Wave Chandelier by Curiousa

British lighting design company Curiousa designed and manufactured a series of vertical and horizontal chandeliers that take cues from the smooth-hewn quality of sea glass.

The Wave Chandelier combines hand-blown glass components with walnut wood fixings, creating dramatic yet playful statement lighting pieces.

Find out more about Wave Chandelier ›

Archisonic acoustic material by Impact Acoustic

Swiss design company Impact Acoustic expanded its range of Archisonic sound-dampening material – made from recycled plastic bottles – with four new colourways.

Archisonic acoustic material now comes in Linen, Jute, Honeycomb and Deep Sea, all of which help to regulate noise levels in busy interior environments.

Find out more about Archisonic ›

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Pulkra has displayed a selection of products from its catalogue on Dezeen Showroom, which are made out of its patented concrete composite, Acron.

Pulkra pioneered the lightweight yet strong composite material for use across a variety of applications, including in the manufacturing of its Compage tableware range.

An incense burner, candle holder, tray and bowl comprise the collection, which was designed by Martinelli Venezia, a design studio based in Milan and Palermo, Italy.

Each piece has a modular, elongated pyramidal base allowing them to be connected in a linear arrangement. They can also be purchased and used in isolation.

Italian design studio Stormo Studio referenced the qualities of balance and voids in the Manifesto table.

The tabletop comes in two shapes – square or rectangular – both supported by pairs of stacked, hollow cubes.

Pulkra's Multiplo table and chair set were designed by Milan-based design studio Finemateria, united by their curvilinear forms and cylindrical bases.

Both the seat and table have understated forms that can be used both individually and as a set either indoors or outdoors.

Items in the Dome bathroom suite – created by Italian design duo Pio and Tito Toso – all comprise hemispherical or capsule-shaped forms intersected by flat horizontal planes.

Two bathtubs and two shower trays are joined by a sink and a pouf in the collection, and like the rest of Pulkra's products, come in either black or white.

Pulkra is an Italian design brand that designs and manufactures furniture, products and accessories from Acron, its own patented material.

The brand regularly collaborates with Italian design studios to create simplistic and clean-cut designs at varying scales, from furniture to tableware.

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As part of Dezeen Jobs: How We Recruit series, Elisa Vago, a partner at Matteo Thun, discusses the routes applicants take to land roles at the studio.

Alice Laycock: Please talk me through the type of projects the studio delivers.

Elisa Vago: Our studio is primarily engaged in architecture, interior design and product design projects on a global scale.

The scope of our work is extensive, covering projects such as hotels, private residences, redevelopment of public spaces, restoration of historic buildings and private clinics.

Clients vary depending on the type of project, including private individuals, companies, hotel chains and real estate developers.

Alice Laycock: What are you currently working on?

Elisa Vago: Lately, there have been several hospitality and residential projects underway, particularly those involving the development and revitalisation of disused areas through the creation of new architectures that complement historic or unused industrial buildings.

Alice Laycock:  Where do you currently stand on recruitment in comparison to 10 years ago?

Elisa Vago: We now have a dedicated human resources manager focused exclusively on recruitment. Selection occurs through various channels, primarily utilising dedicated websites and digital databases.

Social media has also become integral to the selection process, serving both to communicate ongoing searches and to discover new talent. Selection has become faster and more precise thanks to the use of advanced digital databases.

Alice Laycock: Has there been a particular impact on a certain type of job? If so, why?

Elisa Vago: Some professions have inevitably evolved, influenced significantly by the impact of social media, which are now used not only as communication tools but also for selection and scouting.

The role of HR today differs from that of ten years ago. Within the studio, new professional roles have emerged, such as architects specialised in Building Information Modeling (BIM), playing an increasingly significant role in project management and final deliveries to clients.

Alice Laycock:  What new skill sets are you looking for candidates to have?

Elisa Vago: New candidates are expected to demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adapt to various contexts. The architectural profession is in constant evolution.

Skills evolve and are destined to quickly transform in the coming years. The ability to learn rapidly and adapt to diverse working environments becomes crucial, as does the capacity to work both collaboratively in a team, even remotely, and independently.

Hence, having international experience and proficiency in the English language are essential components to highlight in one's CV.

Alice Laycock: Are there any skill sets that you don't need candidates to have anymore and why?

Elisa Vago: No. All skills are valuable – our profession often operates outside predefined norms.

For instance, although freehand drawing is less common nowadays, the ability to quickly sketch an idea, and communicate visually, remains an effective tool.

The same applies to all other skills, which can undoubtedly become an added value in specific situations.

Alice Laycock: Are you looking for candidates with traditional routes to the position, or what kind of additional experience are you looking for? What would catch your eye in an application?

Elisa Vago: There are no predefined templates; each candidate is evaluated individually based on the position they are applying for and their curriculum.

Proficiency in one or more languages is always noticeable on a CV.

Alice Laycock: If a candidate were to come from a different discipline, what would you need them to gain experience in before they got the role? How multidisciplinary are your team at the moment? Is this important to your practice?

Elisa Vago: If a candidate is selected, even if they come from a different discipline or are not specifically focused on the role to be filled, they are paired with senior professionals to quickly learn the internal dynamics and management of the studio.

Sometimes, individuals with evident talent are preferred, even if they lack specific knowledge in the discipline, over those who are more technically oriented but may not bring new insights to the internal workflow.

Multidisciplinarity can be an advantage, as long as it does not imply an extensive yet superficial knowledge of one's work.

For those in more creative and conceptual roles, it is fundamental, while those in more technical roles are better off having experience in similar tasks in their previous work experiences.

Alice Laycock: From the candidates that are currently applying/have applied for the roles that you have recently listed, do you see a pattern in their experience?

Elisa Vago: In our sector, work experiences can vary greatly, making it challenging to identify repeating patterns in candidates' experiences.

Some professionals follow more traditional career paths, working in conventional studios, while others come from different sectors (such as fashion, art, or graphic design) before transitioning to architecture.

Alice Laycock: What advice can you give people looking for a role in the company?

Elisa Vago: A suggestion for those seeking a position is to first and foremost present well-crafted documents (such as CVs and portfolios) because, in our profession, attention to detail and the graphic component is crucial.

During the interview, it is always appreciated when the candidate demonstrates competence – answering questions with confidence and ease while highlighting topics directly relevant to the studio to which they are applying.

Alice Laycock: How has Dezeen Jobs helped to build your company?

Elisa Vago: Dezeen is a great source for our business. Using Dezeen jobs helped us find international candidates for senior and middle junior architects and both interior and product designers in Milan as well as in Munich.

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Our 2023 review continues with a roundup of the top residential extensions featured on Dezeen this year, including a wooden structure slotted behind a cottage and a blush-pink addition to a 1930s home.

The transformation of a bungalow built in world war two and an industrial London residence also feature on the list of home extensions, which are among the most popular to be published by Dezeen this year.

Read on to discover the full selection:

The Pines, UK, by Ström Architects

Fair-faced concrete and lime-washed brick characterise the exterior of this sprawling extension, added to a traditional-style family home in Surrey by British studio Ström Architects.

Organised around an outdoor swimming pool, the single-storey extension contains a gym and sauna, as well as a kitchen, dining space and home office.

Find out more about The Pines ›

House 1616, Spain, by H Arquitectes

Local studio H Arquitectes added two floors above a compact 19th-century dwelling in Barcelona, uniting old and new through the use of red brick.

House 1616 has a street-facing facade punctuated by large rectangular windows, while its rear elevation is broken up by balconies and terraces that aim to connect the interiors to the outside.

Find out more about House 1616 ›

Camberwell House, UK, by Pashenko Works

London studio Pashenko Works opted for an industrial palette of corrugated steel and exposed breezeblocks for this extension to a Victorian terrace.

The structure introduced spaces to the top and back of the property, more than doubling its original floor area while helping to create bright and airy interiors.

Find out more about Project ›

Fohlenweg, Germany, by O'Sullivan Skoufoglou Architects

A thick limestone band separates the old and new elements of this monolithic home in Berlin, renovated and extended by London studio O'Sullivan Skoufoglou Architects.

The former bungalow was originally built during world war two to house army personnel and now contains a spacious home thanks to two additional storeys.

Find out more about Fohlenweg ›

Steele's Road House, UK, by Neiheiser Argyros

A glass conservatory was removed and a portion of the garden was excavated to make way for this contemporary basement extension, added to a Victorian-era terrace in London by local studio Neiheiser Argyros.

Clad in stained accoya wood, the structure opens out onto a deep courtyard and is crowned by a ground floor-level roof terrace.

Find out more about Steele's Road House ›

Garden Tower House, Australia, by Studio Bright

A traditional worker's cottage in Melbourne has been extended by local practice Studio Bright with a two-volume extension clad in geometric tiles.

The two structures share a dusty pink hue and contain living, dining, kitchen and bedroom areas. The original building's facade and verandah were restored while a study space was introduced to its interior.

Find out more about Garden Tower House ›

Pink House, Ireland, by Courtney McDonnell Studio

A 1930s home on the outskirts of Dublin was updated with a blush-pink extension by Irish practice Courtney McDonnell Studio that references the work of Mexican architect Luis Barragán.

Those walking through the house are transported from the existing home into the extension via a tunnel-like timber-clad corridor. The pink structure houses an open-plan living space that opens out to the garden via large glazed sliding doors.

Find out more about Pink House ›

Shadow House, Australia, by Grotto Studio

This cottage in Perth, which dates back to the early 20th century, has been expanded with a jarrah timber-clad volume by Australian studio Grotto Studio.

A covered carport on one side of the existing home creates the entryway to the new volume, which runs along the back of the plot and contains a guest suite and living space.

Find out more about Shadow House ›

Maison Jericho, France, by Olivia Fauvelle Architecture

French studio Olivia Fauvelle Architecture connected an outbuilding to a 1900s stone-built house in Marseille using a contemporary structure clad in green tiles.

Maison Jericho's extension houses a bedroom and living space, positioned beside a courtyard containing an outdoor swimming pool.

Find out more about Maison Jericho ›

Monroe Street House, USA, by TBo

New York studio TBo created "gentle oppositions" between a 124-year-old Brooklyn townhouse and the three-storey extension that it added to the rear.

The added space houses an annexe apartment for the grandparents of the family. Large windows let natural light into its long and narrow interior.

Find out more about Monroe Street House ›

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This article is part of Dezeen's roundup of the biggest and best news and projects in architecture, design, interior design and technology from 2023.

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Celebrating the 15 years that Dezeen Jobs has been connecting employers and candidates, Dezeen has spoken to professionals about their evolving recruitment practices.

Our Dezeen Jobs: How We Recruit series delves into the processes that creative companies and studios have put into place in the last few years, alongside the top pieces of advice they would like applicants to take on board when applying for roles.

Read on to see a distilled roundup of five more of these conversations, including interviews with the chair of BDP's North Region, Sue Emms; senior designer at David Collins Studio, Kate Jarrett; Sybarite's chief operating officer, Natasha Manzaroli; vice president of product design and brand creative for Design Within Reach, Omar Nobil; and Studio Piet Boon's chief design officer, Roland Kokkeler and studio manager Tim Vogel.

Sue Emms, chair of BDP's North Region

Emms highlighted the importance of broadening BDP's talent pool when looking for potential candidates, in the interest of opening up the architecture profession to those who are underrepresented in the discipline.

In the interview, Emms also told Dezeen about how the studio endeavours to instil confidence in applicants by offering buddy services to individuals who have just begun careers in the company.

"We are a very diverse practice in terms of what we offer, with different sectors and disciplines," said Emms. "But it's really important that the diversity of our people represents the communities we're designing for."

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Kate Jarrett, senior designer at David Collins Studio

Jarrett acknowledged the importance of applicants exhibiting soft skills as workplaces – including David Collins Studio – aim to rebuild the company culture that was diluted during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Jarrett said that social media sites such as Instagram and LinkedIn have supplemented traditional word of mouth and job platforms when seeking candidates.

"I think both recruitment practices and candidates have changed considerably over the past 10 years," said Jarrett. "With information at our fingertips, thanks to technology and social media, we are looking for more than just technical skills."

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Natasha Manzaroli, chief operating officer at Sybarite

Manzaroli conveyed Sybarite's increased desire to hire visualisation specialists as well as environmentally aware creatives.

She also expressed the studio's need for applicants with strong skills in software such as Rhino, Revit and AutoCAD – Sybarite's core software programmes.

"We primarily look for candidates who exhibit quality work in their portfolios, emphasising precision and attention to detail in their graphics, passion for design and the willingness to experiment," said Manzaroli.

"However, it is not just about the portfolio, it is about the person, their individuality, interests, passions, and what drives them to be designers – their very own USPs."

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Omar Nobil, VP of product design and brand creative for Design Within Reach

Nobil's interview saw him discuss the merits of hand sketching alongside polished 3D modelling and presentation skills when searching for candidates to join Design Within Reach.

He also highlighted that the studio is seeking individuals who have "a defiant optimism and a solution-oriented mindset".

"It's good to have a sketchbook – it's good to be able to draw on a Post-it note in a meeting to express an idea," said Nobil. "When people get a bit too caught up in the virtual space, they can get a little precious about presentation."

"When you're in the ideating stage of a design, it is much more important to communicate ideas than to present ideas."

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Roland Kokkeler and Tim Vogel, chief design officer and studio manager at Studio Piet Boon

Kokkeler and Vogel described Studio Piet Boon's shift from placing importance on manual skills to digital skills.

They also spotlighted the significance of collaboration and communication at all levels to create a cohesive working environment for the studio's staff.

"Our team maintains a strong, family-like unity, ensuring our multidisciplinary approach is effectively realised," said Kokkeler.

"Our practice thrives on a multidisciplinary approach, the balance of specialisation in certain roles, and the strong unity of our team, all of which collectively define our identity and drive our success."

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian ceramics brand Atlas Concorde has advertised a selection of its most recently released tiles on Dezeen Showroom.

The brand's Boost Mineral surface and wall tiles have a compacted, granular finish informed by sedimentary stone found in the Ardennes Plateau in Belgium.

The range includes five tiles that come in different shades of grey and have a three-dimensional texture.

Thanks to their hardy materiality, the tiles can be used on walls and floors both indoors and outdoors, providing the potential to create continuity between open and enclosed areas.

Marvel Onyx surfaces aim to mimic the dramatic striations found in naturally quarried onyx stone.

White, champagne, pearl grey, black, light blue and pink colours are included in the range, which share a highly polished and reflective finish.

The brand's Marvel Meraviglia Decor tiles present the natural qualities of marble in complex geometric patterned formats.

Zaha Hadid Architects collaborated with Atlas Concorde on Diamond Decor named after its appearance that mimics the facets of a cut diamond.

Ancient construction techniques inform 3D Wall Plaster wall coverings, characterised by gestural and textural strokes across the surfaces.

The tiles come in five styles – Origami, Bloom, Jasmine, Combed and Barcode – all of which are hand-crafted from plaster through the use of chisels, brushes, trowels and combs.

Named after a coveted strain of natural marble named Calacatta Meraviglia, the Marvel Meraviglia tile collection have faithfully-replicated striations but are made from porcelain.

Dark and light-toned finishes make up the collection, providing a range of white to greyscale finish options.

Atlas Concorde was founded in 1969 and began producing porcelain tiles in 1998 from its factory in Italy.

Since then, the brand has grown to establish outlets and client bases internationally, providing surfaces for both public and private clients and projects.

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For the next interview in our Dezeen Jobs: How We Recruit series, we spoke to Ben Ayres, lead architecture designer at fashion label Burberry, about the architecture side of the brand and its recruitment needs.

Alice Laycock: What projects do you tend to work on as lead architecture designer and what have you been working on recently?

Ben Ayres: I manage a team of designers that globally implement store designs at all scales, from flagship to concession. The projects we work on really depend on the needs of the business and the creative initiatives taking place at that time.

A huge part of my role is ensuring that both our conceptual aesthetic and our commercial needs are met within the space provided, and in order to achieve this I partner with a range of stakeholders, including regional presidents, strategists, merchants, visual merchandisers, digital teams and more.

Currently, I'm focusing on overseeing the design of all stores across our Asia Pacific region, as well as the design development of our overall store concept.

Alice Laycock: How would you say that your role has changed over the years and why?

Ben Ayres: I’ve been at Burberry for 11 years and naturally a lot has changed at the brand over the past decade.

Amongst shifting architecture trends, there are also the evolving needs and aesthetics of the business, which store designs and brand architecture must take into account.

Over the years there's also been a greater integration of technology, which has affected how I present and communicate my designs to the team.

Similarly, the rise of sustainable design and eco-consciousness has meant that people in architecture roles are now working with more eco-friendly materials and practices to ensure that environmental needs are addressed as much as aesthetic, which is really important.

Alice Laycock: When it comes to prospective candidates, what skill sets are you looking for them to have?

Ben Ayres: A strong creative passion is always at the heart of all candidates that we are most interested in.

We also expect all candidates to have a robust understanding of both 2D and 3D software, and to be able to apply an understanding of materiality and fabrication.

In addition to this, a more general skill set like communication is also really important, as ideas need to be clearly and concisely communicated, both through drawings and in presentations.

Alice Laycock: Are there any skill sets that you feel are no longer required for a role within architecture?

Ben Ayres: Some might argue that practical skill sets like being proficient at sketching your ideas are no longer as important, as you can do so much digitally now, but I think that being able to sketch your designs is a huge asset. Ultimately, it comes down to how that person works best.

Alice Laycock: Are you looking for candidates with traditional routes to the position? What would catch your eye in an application?

Ben Ayres: A variety of perspectives only makes for a stronger team and I wouldn't dismiss an applicant who has come from an entirely different background.

That said, I would expect them to be able to express an interest in luxury fashion and have a level of awareness when it comes to the industry and what our competitors are doing.

Alice Laycock: If a candidate were to come from a different discipline, what would you need them to gain experience in before they got the role?

Ben Ayres: It all depends on the type of role that we are looking to fill, but generally, we'd be looking for someone with experience in a design-focused role, from which they can display a strong design aesthetic and good communication skills.

We'd also be looking for a candidate that aligns with our values. At Burberry, being creatively driven, forward-thinking, open and caring, and proud of our heritage are hallmarks of our organisation.

If a candidate can leverage their industry experience to demonstrate even one of these qualities, it would definitely support their application.

Alice Laycock: How multidisciplinary is your team at the moment?

Ben Ayres: The team come from various backgrounds such as architecture, interior design, visual merchandising and furniture design, but we often collaborate with other creative teams within the company who have different skill sets.

One of the benefits of being in a company full of creatives in different disciplines is the cross-collaboration that can occur to deliver something truly exceptional.

Alice Laycock: What advice can you give people looking for a role in architecture at Burberry?

Ben Ayres: Focus on building a portfolio that effectively demonstrates your creativity and potential. If you can, get some experience in the luxury and/or retail sector.

When it comes to entry-level roles, I appreciate it can be difficult to get relevant experience, so try instead to show your interest in the luxury sector – whether that's a blog post about what industry leaders are doing in the luxury sector, or a luxury design brief that you've proposed purely for your portfolio.

Alice Laycock: Which of your projects that have been published on Dezeen did you most enjoy working on?

Ben Ayres: Many of the projects that I’ve most enjoyed have been in collaboration with artists or craftspeople and I think that's because I relish learning from other creatives.

When you work with someone who is a master of their craft in an entirely different discipline to you, it is both inspiring and enhancing. It's a great way of stretching your own creative ideas and approaching concepts with a new perspective.

Both of the examples I have date back a few years now, but I particularly loved The Makers House exhibition we hosted with The New Craftsman in the old Foyles Building on Charing Cross Road.

Also working with artist Graham Hudson, on his installation in our Regent Street store, which included 3D scanning technologies and a robotic CNC machine. This was really fun, because customers could interact with it in a completely unique way, and it really challenged the traditional values of a store.

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Dezeen Showroom: a miniaturised version of a glass lamp designed in the 1970s is among 10 new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Lari mini lamp by Karakter

Danish design brand Karakter has reissued a smaller version of a lamp that Italian architect and sculptor Angelo Mangiarotti created in 1978.

Similarly to the full-sized original, the Lari mini lamp features a hand-blown glass case, which is rechargeable for the contemporary user.

The lamp was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom as well as a poised statement lighting fixture informed by the appearance of birds and a daybed that takes cues from the undulating landscapes of South Africa.

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Array lighting by Umut Yamac for Vibia

Spanish brand Vibia worked with architect and designer Umut Yamac on a statement pendant light that comprises two rings strung with threads.

Array lighting comes in three colours of threads and three sizes, and can be hung solo or in groups to create a striking light feature.

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Marvel Meraviglia Decor tiles by Atlas Concorde

Italian tile company Atlas Concorde has expanded its range of Marvel Meraviglia tiles to include mosaic-like decorative formats.

Marvel Meraviglia Decor features a faceted, diamond-like composition created in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects.

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Flamingo Mini lighting by Antoni Arola for Vibia

Barcelona-based designer Antoni Arola collaborated with lighting brand Vibia on a collection of dainty pendant lights informed by birds.

Flamingo Mini lighting has a delicate and deconstructed form spanning multiple sizes and formats, which can be hung together or separately.

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Tornado heater by Egloo

Design brand Egloo has released a miniature furnace heater made from terracotta.

The Tornado heater is named after its twirling flame, which can be seen through a window in the front of the piece and provides visual interest and heat.

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Loveland sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso

Designer Patricia Urquiola has released an updated version of her Lowland sofa from 2000 via furniture brand Moroso.

The Loveland sofa has a subtle wooden base and lower-profile armrests creating a softer, rounder silhouette.

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Contour daybed by Haldane Martin for Haldane

Designer Haldane Martin has created a covered, circular daybed for his eponymous furniture brand Haldane.

The rounded, planar components of the Contour daybed – from stepped cushions to cylindrical columns that support the circular canopy – take cues from the designer's home in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Raw stone collection by Piatraonline

Romanian company Piatraonline have released a range of surfaces characterised by their dimensional surfaces.

The Raw stone collection comprises slabs of granite and marble decorated with deeply etched grooves.

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Ena chair by ITO Design for Okamura

Japanese brand Okamura collaborated with ITO Design to release a versatile and stackable chair for use in collaborative areas.

The Ena chair is made from resin and can be specified with optional extras including castors and built-in seat cushions.

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Globb seating by Stone Designs for Actiu

Balloons informed the shape of this seating collection designed by Spanish studio Stone Designs for office furniture brand Actiu.

Globb seating's rounded edges allow modules to be orientated at any angle, creating freely formed seating clusters.

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Dezeen School Shows: we've rounded up 10 student projects that draw upon themes and issues related to the sea, which feature in Dezeen School Shows.

These undergraduate and postgraduate students decided to highlight the issues facing the world's oceans in their projects, from the destruction of coral reefs to rising sea levels and plastic pollution.

Projects in this roundup include a lighting installation made from Covid 19 face masks, a series of textiles informed by water sports and architectural projects that propose various marine conservation centres.

Students who have created the projects are enrolled on interior design, textile design, product design and architecture courses at international institutions including Canadian University Dubai, the School of Visual Arts, University of Plymouth, University of Portsmouth, Cardiff University and the University of Sydney.

AMWAYJ: UAE Oceanograhy Institute by Nouran Elshimy

Nouran Elshimy designed a biomorphic complex of buildings while studying at the Canadian University Dubai, which aims to solidify the country's longstanding connection to the Arabian Gulf.

Positioned on a partially submerged site between the shore and the sand dunes of the Khor Fakkan desert, the mixed-use building aims to aid the reconstruction of coral reefs.

"[The project] presents a fusion between the landscape's sublime sand dunes and the ocean's fluidity, resulting in a harmonious convergence that is intricately translated into the building's organic design," said Elshimy.

"With an emphasis on coral reef restoration, the institute seeks to narrow the division between research and practical implementation, ensuring tangible actions."

Student: Nouran Elshimy
School: Canadian University Dubai
Course: ARC 562 Senior Project - Design

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Sublimity by Imogen Mills

During her time studying textiles at Camarthen School of Art, Imogen Mills drew on her experiences of wild swimming to develop a collection of textiles.

The project – named Sublimity – aims to instil the same peace of mind achieved during cold water swimming as when weaving.

"Having swum in seas, rivers and lakes over the winter, I have faced my fear of deep waters and woven a textile installation to explore how sublimity can be achieved both through cold-water swimming and the act of weaving cloth," said Mills.

"These immersive sculptures are woven in thin wire and cotton, manipulated into forms that highlight the frailty of cloth. The viewer can see each individual piece of thread, allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of how cloth is made."

Student: Imogen Mills
School: Camarthen School of Art
Course: BA Textiles: Knit Weave and Mixed Media

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The Deep: Diving into Marine Geology by Hannah Gates

Interior design student Hannah Gates combined the functionality of a training centre for divers with a pertinent message about global warming in this project titled The Deep: Diving into Marine Geology.

Located in a repurposed shop in Margate, the mixed-use centre would include a large tank for divers to train in, as well as demonstrating the threat of rising sea levels in the former store, which has the appearance of being flooded.

"The relationship between building and tank creates a thought-provoking concept by demonstrating a flooded building, reflecting the impact of global warming and rising sea levels," said Gates.

"In addition to research laboratories for the cave diver and marine geologists, the building also aims to introduce the local community to scuba diving and marine geology."

Student: Hannah Gates
School: Regent's University London
Course: BA (Hons) Interior Design

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Masked Fish by Jack Tidy

Product and furniture design student Jack Tidy created a light installation in the shape of a fishtail surfboard, which is made from blue single-use face masks.

The project takes the form of a sculpture designed to be mounted on a wall that sheds light on the environmental impact of masks in the fallout of the Covid 19 pandemic.

"Masked Fish is a wall-mounted lighting installation in the form of a fishtail surfboard," said Tidy. "My project raises awareness of the impact of the billions of single-use masks that have entered the marine environment after being discarded during lockdowns."

Student: Jack Tidy
School: University of Plymouth
Course: BA (Hons) Product and Furniture Design

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The Hydro-Cultural Centre of the Piave by Daniel Dehghani

University of Portsmouth student Daniel Dehghani designed an architectural intervention that aims to restore the vitality of the Venetian Lagoon – an enclosed bay in northern Italy that is formed by the Adriatic Sea.

The goal of The Hydro-Cultural Centre is to channel sediment and freshwater to rebuild the lagoon, which is being impacted by rising sea levels.

"To combat the rise of sea levels and the many other disastrous consequences caused by climate change, it is time for architects to design interventions that respond to climate change threats," said Dehghani.

"This project aims to utilise a combination of landscape engineering and technology to create an architectural intervention that meets the needs of the Venetian people and, most importantly, restores the health of the Lagoon."

Student: Daniel Dehghani
School: University of Portsmouth
Course: MArch and MA Architecture: Landscape and Urbanism

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Waives and Waves by Kirstin Taylor

During her time studying textile design at Arts University Plymouth, Kirstin Taylor drew on her experience of participating in water-based outdoor activities in her project named Waives and Waves.

Taylor decided to focus on the medium of Passmenterie, which involves using detail-orientated techniques to create elaborate three-dimensional patterns. The technique is traditionally used when creating edging for rugs or other soft furnishings.

"[I] combined pattern creation using the ordered and repetitive processes of weaving and sewing with the less predictable results of hand dyeing techniques and micro pleating," said Taylor. "Waives and Waves elevates the everyday in our homes, adding compelling finishing touches."

Student: Kirstin Taylor
School: Arts University Plymouth
Course: BA (Hons) Textile Design

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The Spectral Theatre by Chris Hamblin

Architecture student Chris Hamblin replaced a dilapidated wharf in Sydney with a partially floating theatre, which projects out into the sea.

The Spectral Theatre has indoor and outdoor areas and intends to house contemporary performances.

"By demolishing the existing dilapidated wharf and restoring that which can be salvaged, the venue will draw attention to the site's past and embedded history from both pre and post-contact, while also providing a space for renewed, restored, and reclaimed ideas," said Hamblin.

"The theatre takes its name from a hypothesis that within the layers of our history lie the ghosts of our past."

Student: Chris Hamblin
School: University of Sydney
Course: Bachelor of Design in Architecture

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Fading Cities Of Underwater – the Depletion of Corals by Himanshu Tiwari

Augmented reality and 3D projection mapping form the basis of this immersive installation by student Himanshu Tiwari. The piece aims to shed light on coral reef damage caused by humans.

"Himanshu Tiwari's final design project aims to bring awareness to the urban youth about the bleaching of corals," said Tiwari.

"The experience takes you through a journey that begins with a close-to-life experience of corals in their unaffected form, through to human actions and their effects, and culminates at a rather bleak but provocative image of bleached corals."

Student: Himanshu Tiwari
School: The Design Village
Course: Final Design Project

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Virtue Lies in the Struggle, Not the Prize by James Miller

During his time studying architecture at Cardiff University, James Miller designed a campus for teaching people about the manufacturing processes associated with boats.

The site was originally a disused dockyard, with the goal being to reinvigorate the area and encourage cultural interest.

"In this unit, getting under the skin of a complicated town enables the development of a profound interest in how architecture can reach into the culture of a place and offer something social," said Miller.

"The project stitches the fractured dockyard into a new cultural campus for manufacturing and craft, nurturing the historical and current condition."

Student: James Miller
School: Cardiff University
Course: BSc Architectural Studies

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Made By Water by Will Huanyo Kuang

While studying at the School of Visual Arts, student Will Huanyo Kuang designed a New York-based research centre that educates visitors about the dangers of ocean pollution.

Made By Water also contains a hatchery that aims to repopulate certain species that have dwindled as a result of environmental damage.

"Made by Water is an aquatic research centre designed to raise awareness of marine preservation and freshwater ecosystems," said Kuang.

"The intent is to foster the development of healthy and sustainable fisheries throughout the greater New York City metro area waterways and to educate and engage the public in marine wildlife conservation."

Student: Will Huanyo Kuang
School: School of Visual Arts
Course: Senior Thesis

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Dezeen Showroom: a sofa that mimics the feeling of being enveloped in a cocoon is among the latest winter-ready sofas and armchairs to be listed on Dezeen Showroom.

As the year comes to a close and the nights draw in, we've rounded up eight warm and welcoming armchairs and sofas to wind down on.

Among the selection is a configurable sofa with modules reminiscent of smoothed cobblestones by Amura Lab, a lounge chair with a secure 3D knitted seat by Morgan and a versatile, linear modular seating system by Derlot.

Read on to see the latest soft snug seats by globally renowned designers, studios and companies featured on Dezeen Showroom:

Cocoon sofa by Jens Juul Eilersen for Eilersen

Danish brand Eilersen has launched its Cocoon sofa in three new colours, including one covered in planes of muted primary-coloured upholstery.

The sofas feature geometrically shaped pillows and deep seats that give them their name, allowing sitters to retreat into a cosy cocoon-like nest.

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Lapis sofa by Amura Lab

Designers Emanuel Gargano and Anton Cristell collaborated with Italian furniture brand Amura Lab on a sumptuous modular sofa.

Lapis sofa modules have a smooth and rounded profile reminiscent of well-worn cobblestones and come in a selection of upholstery options.

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Aran lounge chair by Morgan

British brand Morgan designed its Aran lounge chair with a 3D-knitted seat, arms and backrest instead of conventional upholstery.

The knitted fabric – developed in partnership with fabric manufacturer Camira – is stretched over a timber frame and creates a cosy, supportive seat.

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Pipeline modular seating by Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Australian brand Derlot has created a modular seating system characterised by its continuous cylindrical backrest.

Pipeline includes various curved and straight modules that can be arranged into long, snaking lengths, ideal for relaxing and reclining.

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Owwi seating collection by Arnau Reyna for Actiu

Designed in collaboration with design studio Arnau Reyna, office furniture brand Actiu created the Owwi seating collection for use in workplaces and beyond.

The collection consists of a sofa and armchair that share slim metal frames and rounded cushions that envelop the sitter.

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Barba lounge chair and sofa by Fogia and Andreas Engesvik

Swedish furniture design brand Fogia and Norwegian designer Andreas Engesvik worked together to expand their range of rounded Barba furniture, named after the French word for candyfloss.

The Barba lounge chair and sofa emulate the softness of the treat through their curved forms and come in either smooth leather or tactile fabric.

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Loveland sofa by Moroso

Italian brand Moroso has worked with designer Patricia Urquiola to release an overhauled version of her original Lowland sofa, which was originally launched in 2000.

The Loveland sofa is underpinned by a slimline timber frame and can be finished in a range of materials.

Find out more about Loveland ›

Nebula lounge wood chair by E-ggs for Miniforms

Italian design studio E-ggs and furniture brand Miniforms have released a soft lounge chair that swivels on a four-legged wooden base.

The Nebula lounge wood chair has wraparound arms that have an inviting teardrop-shaped form and is available in a range of colourways.

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In the latest instalment of our Dezeen Jobs: How We Recruit series, Omar Nobil, VP of product design and brand creative for Design Within Reach, explains what the company is looking for when hiring.

Alice Laycock: Can you talk me through the kinds of collections that you've released recently, and who you've been collaborating with?

Omar Nobil: In the last year, we've worked with a really amazing range of designers and creators and we've had some pretty notable product launches.

In the very recent past, we launched the Pastille collection with Hlynur Atlason of Atlason studio. He just won the Cooper Hewitt National Design award for product design.

We've also launched a really beautiful lounge chair with Gabriel Tan, the Soffi swivel chair. He happened to also launch a sofa with our sibling brand Herman Miller, the Luva sofa.

We continue to launch extensions of really successful collections that we've developed with Egg Collective – the Emmy sofa collection and Morrison tables.

During NYCxDesign, we did a collaboration with the artist Nick Cave, which featured his Knoll Textiles collection. Those are some of my personal highlights – I think what it reflects is the range of talents that we're working with.

Alice Laycock: Are there specific skill sets that you're looking for people to have when you're hiring?

Omar Nobil: Students coming out of university in the last three to five years have a dramatically different understanding of 3D design – they really are 3D natives.

That is a great skill to lean into and to understand how to use it to make the products better than they would be if you didn't have access to it. It can help bring to life ideas before a lot of time and money has been spent on them.

Alice Laycock: Do you think there's still a place for hand sketching?

Omar Nobil: Absolutely. My theme for how I think about hiring now is the ability to oscillate between these two worlds, the virtual and the analogue.

It's good to have a sketchbook – it's good to be able to draw on a Post-it note in a meeting to express an idea.

Drawing by hand is often much quicker, and it is the velocity and the volume of ideas that is a really important part of the process to get to a final, perfect one.

When people get a bit too caught up in the virtual space, they can get a little precious about presentation. When you're in the ideating stage of a design, it is much more important to communicate ideas than to present ideas.

Another part of it is around the amount of information that is out there and navigating that. I still buy a lot of books for the design studio, and I do research in libraries.

The internet is a very edited version of what people think is useful to have up there, so being able to find information, imagery and ideas that aren't as easily digitally accessible is a real skill.

Alice Laycock: Do you have any advice for people who are looking to work at MillerKnoll?

Omar Nobil: We have a very clear enterprise purpose – design for the good of humankind. We're in a world with a lot of uncertainty over the next few decades and a lot of work that needs to be done.

I'm looking for people who are both aware of those realities, highly pragmatic about them and realistic, but have a defiant optimism and a solution-oriented mindset.

Alice Laycock: How do you view Dezeen?

Omar Nobil: Dezeen has carved out this space that feels really relevant and modern, and incredibly well-curated. It really talks directly to true design enthusiasts.

In a climate where design-related publications have shifted so much towards the lifestyle space and celebrities and influencers, it gets much harder to wade through all of that to get to the source of great design. That's what I really appreciate about Dezeen, it's just so design-centric.

Alice Laycock:  Could you tell me about your go-to sources for recruitment?

Omar Nobil: Networks are an important way to get yourself out there – building those networks is really critical. A big part of my networks are people I went to college with, not necessarily people I've worked with. Twenty years on, we're essentially still part of each other's networks.

I do find LinkedIn to be a helpful space to get a quick resume overview. It's an important place to establish your credibility.

[Start] building your network there as soon as soon as you can. Everyone looks on LinkedIn now. I barely even take people's business cards at this point.

Find out more about MillerKnoll by visiting its website.

View current and future vacancies by checking their company profile on Dezeen Jobs.

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian furniture brand Pedrali has advertised a selection of its latest releases on Dezeen Showroom, united by their playful shapes and bright colour palettes.

Pedrali's Frank table was created by industrial designer Robin Rizzini and is made up of three sheets of metal.

The table's legs have a curved profile informed by a boat's sails while its large tabletop allows it to be used in both domestic and workplace environments.

Frank table comes in a number of finishes such as glossy red or blue.

The Narí chair was created by Andrea Pedrali in memory of his grandfather Mario Pedrali, the company's founder.

The chair is informed by one of the company's earliest designs and features characteristic woven nylon cord fashioned to its armrests. It comes in a choice of four frame colours and multiple upholstery options.

Design studio Busetti Garuti Redaelli worked with Pedrali on the Buddyhub desk, which is characterised by its wraparound screen for both noise-dampening and privacy purposes.

The desk comes in various sizes and can be adjusted between sitting and standing heights. It also comes with optional extras including coat hooks.

Pedrali collaborated with Italian studio CMP Design Studio on the Guinea outdoor chair, which has armrests made from teak wood.

The designers wanted to preserve this type of tropical wood and combine it with a powder-coated aluminium frame, which is available in multiple colourways.

Designer Patrick Jouin developed the Reva Cocoon outdoor sofas alongside Pedrali, choosing to surround the seats with frames strung with taut nylon rope.

The collection contains both standalone and modular elements and comes in a range of colours that are all treated to be weather-resistant.

Pedrali is an Italian brand that designs and manufactures furniture and lighting for both residential and contract environments.

Since its establishment in 1963, the company has frequently collaborated with both Italian designers and international names in the industry.

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Dezeen Showroom: a wooden step stool made from underutilised timber is among eight new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

+52 stool Studio Plastique

Belgian design brand Studio Plastique has created a collection of A-shaped step stools made out of underutilised species of timber. The +52 stool can be made out of elm, koto, willow, acacia and birch and all variations feature information about the wood etched onto the side.

+52 was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom as well as I-shaped terracotta tiles designed to form characterful walls and a duo of coffee tables made from jewel-toned murano glass.

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Storage systems by Piero Lissoni for Porro

Italian architect Piero Lissoni worked with furniture brand Porro to overhaul its collection of adaptable storage solutions.

The Storage systems are customisable and are available with updated doors that can be finished in straw, fabric, leather and wood.

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Pebble Side Table by Andrew Carvolth for JamFactory

Australian craft brand JamFactory worked with designer Andrew Carvolth on a pared-back three-legged side table called Pebble.

The table is made from a choice of oak or blackwood and comes in two formats – one with a circular top and one with an irregular, biomorphically shaped top.

Find out more about Pebble Side Table ›

Lightly chair by Formway for Noho

New Zealand studio Formway collaborated with design brand Noho on a stackable chair made from nylon that is extracted from castor bean plants.

The Lightly chair comes in five colours and can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Find out more about Lightly ›

Frank table by Robin Rizzini for Pedrali

Industrial designer Robin Rizzini worked with Italian brand Pedrali to create a large metal table suitable for both homes and office spaces.

The Frank table has two bowed legs and a broad tabletop and comes in a selection of colours, including reflective red and blue finishes.

Find out more about Frank ›

Icon tiles by Summum Studio for Wow Design

Spanish brand Wow Design has created an I-shaped tile intended for creating lattice-like walls.

Icon tiles are made from terracotta and have a matte red-brown finish, with other colours available upon request.

Find out more about Icon ›

Soda Oval and Square tables by Yiannis Ghikas for Miniforms

Italian furniture brand Miniforms collaborated with Greek designer Yiannis Ghikas to expand its range of glass Soda coffee and side tables.

Soda Oval and Soda Square share the colourways and materiality of the original range in larger oval and square formats that can be used solo or in clusters.

Find out more about Soda Oval and Square ›

Marmi Maximum surfaces by Fiandre Architectural Surfaces

Italian company Fiandre Architectural Surfaces has expanded its Marmi Maximum surface collection with three new finishes.

Camouflage, Breccia Sarda and Palissandro White join the rest of the available patterns, which all evoke the textures and colours of naturally quarried stone.

Find out more about Marmi Maximum ›

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Designer David Taylor has created Knuckle, a duo of lighting designs for Swedish furniture brand Hem that are characterised by their crimped corners made by forcibly bending square aluminium tubing.

The Knuckle collection – which has been shortlisted in Dezeen Awards 2023's furniture design category – consists of a table lamp and a linear chandelier.

Despite their differing sizes and shapes, the two lights are united by their distinctive composition that features crimped square metal pipes.

Bends were made in the metal tubing not by cutting and welding the pieces together, but by bending them with a powerful press.

"No two bends in the Knuckle series are alike," the studio said. "Coercing metal into a form that it is specifically designed to resist is challenging at best."

"The payoff is a streamlined process of forming aluminium tubing without the need to weld corners and angles."

The aluminium used in the pieces contains 73 per cent recycled content, according to Taylor, whose goal is to eventually increase this to 100 per cent.

Conventionally, this type of tubing is used in the construction of shelving, storage, window frames, door frames and fencing.

"Square aluminium piping is a ubiquitous construction material," Taylor told Dezeen.

"It is standardised in size, it has a number of alloys for given applications, it's light, strong, cheap, available everywhere and infinitely recyclable with great green credentials," he added.

"Aluminium pipe could possibly be the world's most anonymous material but that doesn't mean you can't make outstanding work from it."

Taylor applied a brushed effect to the metal's surface to soften the sharp corners and flat planes, an effect that is furthered by their frosted, globe-shaped bulbs.

The table lamp has one orb-like bulb and the chandelier has eight, all of which were designed to emit a warm, soft glow that would contrast their industrial bodies.

"We wanted an object that was strong and confident enough to tell its own story regardless of its surroundings," Taylor said.

"Knuckle is built to the highest quality specs using the best material available with an ambition to become a sought-after example of early 21st-century design for the antique buffs of the 22nd century."

Other inventive lighting published on Dezeen include a lamp shade made from mushroom mycelium by Myceen and a solar-powered lamp by Sunne that converts sunlight into mood lighting.

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Australian designer Tom Fereday has created a chair made out of recycled aluminium that aims to celebrate the industrial aesthetic of the material.

The chair, which has been shortlisted in the furniture design category for Dezeen Awards 2023, is part of a wider collection that also features a sofa and a table.

"The Cove Lounge was named after its sweeping curves that form the ends of the seats, developed as a single arc form referencing the minimal cove forms found in architecture," Fereday told Dezeen.

The chair was made from repurposed aluminium sourced from the waste streams of Sydney's machining industry. This was then melted down and formed using a process called sand casting, wherein molten metal is poured into a mould lined with sand.

The seat features side panels made from flat planes of uninterrupted and highly polished metal that culminate in a protruding lip on their top edge.

The Cove Lounge chair and sofa both have thick cushions upholstered in aniline leather – leather that is coloured with soluble dyes that do not impede the visibility of the natural texture. Cushions can also be upholstered with textural wool fabrics upon request.

"The Cove Lounge acts as a sculptural centrepiece to a space, working elegantly from any angle with the entire structure revealed as a design detail and not hidden," Fereday continued.

"Its mirrored form is designed to reflect its environment, enhancing or contrasting both old and new environments."

The cushions sit atop metal bars, creating a design that aims to showcase both the soft and hard materials that constitute the pieces.

"The cast frames are mirror-polished to celebrate the natural beauty of aluminium and seamlessly joined by polished aluminium dowels that reveal and celebrate the entire structure of the Cove Lounge," Fereday said.

To further help reduce its environmental impact, the furniture is transported flat-packed and assembled using only a single Allen key to increase transport efficiency.

Other design and architecture projects on Dezeen that use aluminium include a micro home clad in aluminium in Germany and an aluminium bench designed to mimic the shape of pasta by Hydro.

The photography is by Sean Fennessey and Pier Carthew.

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In the next part of our Dezeen Jobs: How We Recruit series, we spoke to Sybarite's chief operating officer Natasha Manzaroli about the role that she believes AI will have in future recruitment processes.

Alice Laycock: Please talk me through the type of projects the studio works on.

Natasha Manzaroli: We have delivered close to 3000 projects since 2002 from fashion monobrands, malls and department stores to mixed-use masterplans. Our niche specialism is retail, hospitality and lifestyle. We focus on innovation and collaboration to deliver these projects.

Alice Laycock: What are you currently working on?

Natasha Manzaroli: We are working on monobrands, malls, department stores and masterplans globally but with a special focus on Asia and the Middle East.

Alice Laycock: Where do you currently stand on recruitment in comparison to 10 years ago?

Natasha Manzaroli: Sybarite has had steady and organic growth over the past 10 years. Comparatively, in 2013 we had a much smaller team, and we had less visibility, with a smaller built portfolio and recruitment was based on an as-needed basis.

We now have a recruitment panel and are continuously reviewing CVs and interviewing in search of talented designers, architects, and interior and digital designers.

We are also much more focused on skills-based hiring, assessing candidates against requirements and on their abilities and potential to add value.

Over the past 10 years, we have placed greater emphasis throughout the recruitment process on diversity and inclusivity to ensure that Sybarite is a truly global melting pot of creativity, which we are extremely proud of.

Alice Laycock: Has there been a particular impact on a certain type of job? If so, why?

Natasha Manzaroli: We specialise in luxury retail, lifestyle and hospitality, which have fortunately not demonstrated significant downturns – even during the pandemic, we continued to hire, unlike many other UK companies that were making redundancies. During 2023 we have grown our team by 60 per cent.

As architectural visualisation has become more sophisticated, digital and rendering specialists have become crucial. We have had a growing requirement for BIM specialists with the adoption of Revit on projects.

Also, with an increased focus on sustainability and environmental responsibilities, architects and designers specialising in sustainable design are a growing prerequisite for our staff.

Alice Laycock: What new skill sets are you looking for candidates to have?

Natasha Manzaroli: We are primarily seeking candidates with a combination of creative thinking and a strong awareness of technical challenges and project realisation, but we also highly value proficiency in our core software – Rhino, Revit and AutoCAD.

We require strong communication skills to convey our ideas effectively to team members, clients and consultants. Accurate written, verbal and visual communication skills are all important.

We are an international studio and as such it is important for our team to have cultural and social awareness.

Alice Laycock: Are you looking for candidates with traditional routes to the position, or what kind of additional experience are you looking for? What would catch your eye in an application?

Natasha Manzaroli: We primarily look for candidates who exhibit quality work in their portfolios, emphasising precision and attention to detail in their graphics, passion for design and the willingness to experiment.

However, it is not just about the portfolio, it is about the person, their individuality, interests, passions, and what drives them to be designers – their very own USPs.

Alice Laycock: If a candidate were to come from a different discipline, what would you need them to gain experience in before they got the role? How multidisciplinary are your team at the moment?

Natasha Manzaroli: If a candidate comes from a different discipline, a good 'can-do' attitude, and a willingness to learn our software and work processes are essential. Our team is highly multidisciplinary, consisting of architects, designers, graphic designers, visualisers and branding experts, so having diverse viewpoints is crucial to our practice – it's a core value that enriches our projects.

Alice Laycock: In the last five to ten years, what impact has technology/AI had on your recruitment process?

Natasha Manzaroli: We certainly seek candidates with expertise in new technologies. We rely on the knowledge and skills of new hires to help us grow and stay at the forefront of technological advancements in our industry.

Alice Laycock: Looking into the future, where do you see recruitment heading?

Natasha Manzaroli: I think the initial stages of recruitment will become more automated through AI advancement, with AI playing a more significant role in candidate assessment and selection in terms of suitability for the role.

I am sure the advancement in algorithms will eventually be able to match the candidate with the practice and predict the likely success. This will likely reduce the time spent in the end-to-end process so the studio can focus on the personable and human aspects of recruitment.

Alice Laycock: How has Dezeen Jobs helped build your company?

Natasha Manzaroli: Dezeen intrinsically understands our business and the business of design and architecture and is the perfect match for our needs.

Alice Laycock: Please can you tell me your go-to resources for recruitment?

Natasha Manzaroli: Advertising, our own digital channels, internal word of mouth and recommendation and recruitment agencies.

Find out more about Sybarite by visiting its website.

View current and future vacancies by checking their company profile on Dezeen Jobs.

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Dezeen Showroom: a collection of stools and benches that act as both seating and acoustic solutions is among 12 new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Plega seating collection by Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Australian design brand Derlot has created a selection of seats designed to be moved around both workplace and education spaces to facilitate quiet discussion.

The seats are comprised of folding flat-pack panels made from compressed polyester felt that contains 60 per cent recycled content, according to Derlot.

Plega was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom alongside a slimline table lamp with a swivelling spherical head and a collection of office chairs upholstered in contrasting materials.

Read on to see more of the latest products:

Madco table lamp by Elisa Ossino for Ambientec

Japanese lighting brand Ambientec worked with Italian designer Elisa Ossino on a table lamp characterised by its slim, four-legged frame and rotatable head.

The Madco table lamp – which comes in five colours – has a rechargeable bulb and a waterproof design, meaning it can be used indoors or outdoors.

Find out more about Madco ›

Freedom x Kvadrat collection by Humanscale

Workplace furniture company Humanscale has created a run of its Freedom chairs that are upholstered in textiles by brand Kvadrat.

Chairs in the Freedom x Kvadrat collection maintain their ergonomic functionality but come in a selection of materials including Elle, a tactile fleecy material by Sahco Upholstery, as pictured.

Find out more about Freedom x Kvadrat collection ›

The Phone Booth acoustic pod by Room

Workplace furniture brand Room has created a single-person, acoustically sound booth that combines a range of sound-controlling materials and accessories that increase productivity and comfort.

The Phone Booth comes in dark and light colourways that share oak timber accents, both of which are wrapped in layers of MDF, PET felt and wool that work together to reduce noise inside the pod.

Find out more about The Phone Booth ›

Noho Move chair by Formway for Noho

New Zealand-based furniture brand Noho collaborated with design studio Formway on a dining chair that has the ergonomic integrity of an office task chair.

The Noho Move chair has an intuitive tilting mechanism that accommodates fidgeting and stretching, allowing seated users to work and socialise for extended periods, unlike conventional rigid dining chairs.

Find out more about Noho Move ›

Oscillation rug by David Mrugala for Azmas Rugs

Indian brand Azmas Rugs has created a rug that is decorated with evolving colour and shape gradient patterns.

The brand's Oscillation rug comes in a selection of colourways and is hand-woven in flatweave style by artisans in Rajasthan, India.

Find out more about Oscillation ›

Full Spectrum collection by Carnegie Fabrics

American brand Carnegie Fabrics has released a number of new colours that can be applied to a selection of its existing fabrics.

The Full Spectrum collection encompasses a variety of new finishes, including single block colour Precision, Herringbone-patterned Ion and Nebula, a pattern made up of strings of individual dots.

Find out more about the Full Spectrum collection ›

Solid+ tiles by Undefasa

Spanish tile company Undefasa has designed a collection of tiles that have a natural-looking texture running through them that allows their appearance to withstand scuffs and scratches.

Solid+ tiles have crystalline inclusions that further their organic appearance, and come in two styles divided into eight colours.

Find out more about Solid+ ›

EchoPanel acoustic panels by Woven Image

Australian company Woven Image have increased its EchoPanel offering by adding five new colourways.

The five new hues are named Dusk, Mint, Butter, Cayenne and Nutmeg and can be found throughout the existing collection of EchoPanels with both rounded and striped CNC-cut patterns.

Find out more about EchoPanel ›

Valencia modular seating by Morgan

British furniture brand Morgan has released a modular sofa that has tapered backrests reminiscent of rolling hills.

Valencia modular seating comes in a selection of upholstery options and is supported by splayed timber legs.

Find out more about Valencia ›

Elements Hush Blocks by 3form

American material company 3form has increased its wall-mounted acoustic panel offering by releasing Hush Blocks.

The blocks come in four thicknesses and can be mounted in various arrangements to create tactile three-dimensional effects.

Find out more about Elements Hush Blocks ›

Oloïd acoustic lighting by Atelier Oï for Impact Acoustic

Swiss design studio Atelier Oï collaborated with acoustic product brand Impact Acoustic on a sculptural lighting fixture that also has sound-dampening qualities.

Oloïd acoustic lighting comes in 32 colours and has a complex, pleated appearance reminiscent of lanterns.

Find out more about Oloïd ›

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UK-based company Solidwool has created a material made from a mixture of wool and bio-resin, which has been used to create the Welsh Mountain Hembury Chair.

Solidwool's Welsh Mountain Hembury Chair has been shortlisted in the furniture design category of Dezeen Awards 2023 thanks to its characterful seat, which is formed out of a fibreglass-like composite made partially out of wool from Welsh Mountain sheep.

The chair's principle material comes from Welsh Mountain sheep, which have grazed in the valleys and steep hillsides of Wales for centuries and have either dark or light-coloured fleeces.

They are bred for its meat as opposed to its fleece, which is too coarse to spin into wool for knitting and too difficult to dye and is subsequently often disposed of.

"[Welsh Mountain fleeces] are plentiful, yet there is little demand for this coarse, robust and wiry wool," Andy Gaurd, creative director of Solidwool, told Dezeen.

"[The breed is] native to the UK, so it is important to keep these sheep and their shepherds in the landscapes they belong."

The fibres – an entire fleece's worth per chair – are mixed with bio-resin, a binding material that contains 50 per cent bio-based renewable content, which are byproducts of industrial processes such as bio-fuel production and paper making.

The resulting composite aims to provide an environmentally conscious alternative to injection moulded plastics, which are commonly used in chair design.

"When you see the Solidwool material, it draws you in," Guard added. "You can't help but want to touch it. It plays with your mind."

"Your eyes see the texture, yet your hands feel the smoothness," he continued.

Thanks to its organic nature, each chair has a unique marbled appearance that celebrates the texture of Welsh Mountain wool, with a simple composition that allows for the material to stand out.

The seat is supported by four hand-turned British ash wood legs, which are available in either dark scorched or lighter, oiled finishes. A recycled steel frame combines the seat and legs into a sturdy, characterful seating solution.

"The Hembury is a unique chair which celebrates and showcases the possibilities of a wool composite," Gaurd explained. "It is designed to be cherished and be handed down through generations."

Alongside the wooden-legged Hembury Chairs, the brand also offers a stacking chair with slim chrome-plated metal legs as well as a series of side tables with Solidwool tabletops. The material is also sold in sheet formats which can be used in a variety of applications.

Other chairs on Dezeen made from unique materials include a compostable chair by Prowl Studio and a chair made from waste coffee bean shells by Mater Design.

The photography is by Christopher Cornwell.

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Looking back on the 2022/2023 academic year, we present some of the most intriguing fashion student design projects recently pinned on Dezeen's School Shows Pinterest board.

This roundup presents 10 design projects from our School Show Pinterest board. The selected pieces and collections showcase how designers can use pioneering materials, as well as present social and personal commentary.

This roundup includes international universities such as Lucerne School of Art and Design, Parsons School of Design, University of East London, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and University of the Arts London.

Scroll down to see ten projects from textiles and fashion design courses, and browse our School Shows board to view more.

Recycled Denim Puffer Project by Xijun Liao

Textile design student Xijun Liao collected scraps of material from denim factories and reworked them into puffer jackets.

The Recycled Denim Puffer Project aims to showcase the versatility of fabric offcuts and demonstrate how they can be used in the wider fashion industry.

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Caught in a Sweet Sleep Paralysis by Catarina Magalhães

During her time studying fashion and textile design, Catarina Magalhães took cues from the processes of dreaming and sleep paralysis in the making of this garment.

The corset comprises a red heart with white edging that conceals the wearer's torso with exaggerated hips below. Ombre tights, red kitten heels and white gloves complete the outfit.

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Reclaimed by Nature by Zoe Stephens

Fashion design student Zoe Stephens used only reclaimed materials for this garment, which recalls the fading industrial history of Cornwall.

Their wider collection combines feminine and utilitarian aesthetics, and comments on the contrast between human-made structures and forces of nature.

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Print à Porter by Giulio Gallana

While studying textiles, student Giulio Gallana created a way in which textile substrates can be recovered from waste fabric and reused.

The fragments were then printed and reassembled into new garments, demonstrating how offcuts of material can be reused in new ways.

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A Garment to Trust by Morgan Griffiths Hagan

Textile design student Morgan Griffiths Hagan took cues from Brutalist buildings for this workwear garment.

A Garment to Trust aims to provide the wearer with an item of clothing that departs from fashion's current-day throwaway culture by providing clothing that is sturdy and timeless.

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The Beauty of Monster by Lai Ying Wong and Man Ling Cheung

Students Lai Ying Wong and Man Ling Cheung satirised cosmetic surgery and contemporary beauty standards in this look.

Bandage-like fabric, distorted and exaggerated proportions and a breast-implanted corset that imitates human skin comment on the pressure women feel in society to look a certain way.

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Queen but not Queen by Ah Sin Yeung

During their time studying costume design, Ah Sin Yeung drew influences from the design of characters from Alice in Wonderland.

Queen but not Queen also takes cues from video game culture and how the two combine.

View the full School Show ›

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At Designart Tokyo, Japanese design collective Honoka exhibited furniture and lighting made by 3D printing a material made from discarded Tatami mats.

The exhibition – titled Tatami Refab Project – displayed lampshades, lighting fixtures, tables, stools, basins and plant holders that appeared to glow thanks to the translucency of the material, which was made from grass and resin.

"Honoka has developed a unique material by mixing biodegradable resin with Igusa grass, which is extracted from Japanese discarded Tatami mats," said Honoka.

"Using ExtraBold's large 3D printer, the project proposes furniture that re-weaves Tatami into modern life."

The Igusa grass is cut from the mats and ground up, before being mixed with biodegradable resin.

The resulting pellets were fed through a large-format 3D printer and assembled to create a range of functional homewares and products.

Each piece in the exhibition is 3D printed, yet all have a woven, lattice or knitted effect reminiscent of traditional Japanese craft techniques.

The pieces were coloured beige, clear, green and lilac, with an added dimensional quality depending on how light filters through thanks to their semi-transparency.

Tatami is a traditional style of mat made from lengths of dried Igusa grass that have been used in Japanese interiors for centuries.

The mats were popular thanks to their ability to control humidity and reduce odours in interior spaces.

The popularity of Tatami mats has seen a decline in recent years, which prompted Honoka to consider how the mats could be repurposed and reintroduced into contemporary interiors.

The result was a series of functional objects and furnishings that reference the frond-like appearance of Igusa grass, as well as time-honoured Japanese craft techniques.

Lighting designs that were exhibited include a basket-like lampshade, the design of which recalls traditional Japanese lantern light shapes, by designer Ryo Suzuki.

Designer Shinnosuke Harada also created a lighting piece. Called Taba, it was shaped like a horizontally hung bundle of sticks bound in the centre and at either end, which references how Igusa grass was transported before being woven.

Fujiwara Kazuki, another contributing designer, also created a lampshade – named Ami – that has a sparse, nest-like effect achieved by dripping the resin from above.

He also designed a matching stool, which has a similarly criss-cross effect seat atop a layered, barrel-like body.

Other stools in the collection include Chigusa by designer Shoichi Yokoyama, which was based on the silhouette of traditional Japanese Sen-suji saucers.

Yocell – a stool designed by Moritaka Tochigi – featured a faceted star-shaped seat informed by Asanoha, a geometric pattern common in Japanese crafts.

Each of the six shapes can be moved in isolation and then bound back together by two rigid hexagonal binders.

Other items presented at the exhibition include a low table with a 3D printed base that widens to support a clear tabletop, also designed by Ryo Suzuki.

Designer James Kaoru Bury created the freestanding Tachiwaki basin, which features a removable 3D-printed panel to obscure stored products beneath the sink.

Finally, a lattice-like structure for arranging flowers was created by designers Shinnosuke Harada and Moritaka Tochigi, based on the appearance of Japanese architecture.

"We designed a series of furniture to re-embed Tatami into modern life using 3D printing technology and recycled materials," said Honoka. "We will continue to inherit the culture of tatami to the next generation."

All of the pieces are available to purchase.

Honoka is a design lab formed of six Japan-based product designers, who aim to create original pieces through the use of 3D printing and other cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and materials.

Other recent projects by Japanese designers include a wooden material that resembles terrazzo by Yuma Kano and Rio Kobayashi's first solo show Manus Manum Lavat.

The photography is by Sota Kamagai, Megumi Kurokawa and Takaho Nagumo.

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Dezeen Showroom: a collection of acoustic panels disguised as wall decor is among the most recent acoustic products to be featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Also included in the selection is a solo work booth by Room, a dish-shaped acoustic ceiling panel by Woven Image and a desk with a noise-dampening screen by Pedrali.

Products that help control noise levels contain or are covered in compressed fibres, for example, felt, wool or foam, which absorb sounds and create quieter and thus calmer interior spaces.

In the interest of sustainability, felt used in acoustic treatments is increasingly made from recycled PET plastic and wool continues to be a popular material due to its natural, renewable origins.

Acoustic products and furnishings are usually used in offices and mixed-use spaces that function partially as workplaces but are also specified in education, healthcare and hospitality environments.

Read on to see the most recent acoustic products listed on Dezeen Showroom from a range of internationally renowned brands, companies and manufacturers:

Buddyhub desk by Busetti Garuti Redaelli for Pedrali

Italian brand Pedrali collaborated with design studio Busetti Garuti Redaelli on an enclosed desk with an integrated screen on three sides that promotes both privacy and quietness.

The Buddyhub desk comes in a range of colours with a selection of optional accessories and can be positioned at both seated or standing heights.

Find out more about Buddyhub ›

OmniRoom room-in-room system by Mute

Office furniture company Mute created a modular system of rooms designed by architects that help to create functional zones in open-plan workspaces.

The OmniRoom room-in-room system comes in modules with various functions including meeting rooms, offices and breakout lounges, which are all noise-regulated by acoustic systems.

Find out more about OmniRoom ›

Parthos acoustic column by Narbutas

Workplace furnishing brand Narbutas has created a tubular item of furniture that helps dampen noise in offices as well as perform other decorative and storage-related purposes.

The Parthos acoustic column comes in a selection of 12 different colours and three different heights.

Find out more about Parthos ›

The Phone Booth acoustic pod by Room

Office pod brand Room designed a single-person work booth that provides a small, quiet zone for solo work and calls.

The Phone Booth is encased in three sound-absorbing layers – MDF, PET felt and natural wool – that combine to reduce noise levels by 30 decibels, according to Room.

Find out more about The Phone Booth ›

Fuji acoustic ceiling tiles by Woven Image

Australian brand Woven Image looked to historical design periods Art Deco and Japonisme to inform the design of their Fuji acoustic ceiling tiles.

The tiles are intended to be mounted to the ceiling to help control noise levels and can be configured into various patterns.

Find out more about Fuji ›

Abstracta x Wall of Art acoustic art prints by Abstracta

Swedish brand Abstracta worked with wall decor platform Wall of Art on a series of wall art that have a second function as acoustic panels.

The prints in the Abstracta x Wall of Art collaboration have a backing made from sound-dampening fabric, providing noise control.

Find out more about Abstracta x Wall of Art ›

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In the latest instalment of our Dezeen Jobs: How We Recruit series, Megan Grehl, director of her eponymous interior design studio, describes how her work and hiring needs are evolving.

Alice Laycock: Can you talk me through the kinds of projects your studio has delivered.

Megan Grehl: I used to work for Neri&Hu, where I worked on a lot of hotel projects, restaurants, and light residential – mostly show flats. When I moved to New York to start my own company, high-end residential was easier to obtain. I've always wanted to gravitate towards hospitality, but actually residential is what kept us afloat during Covid-19.

In New York, people spend a lot on their homes. It just feels like spending power on one's home is quite important in American culture.

My husband used to be a lead architect at ODA in New York and he used to develop large condo buildings. Since then, we have designed condo buildings and restaurant designs, but I would say at the moment, our bread and butter is still high-end residential.

Alice Laycock: What high-end residential projects are you currently working on?

Megan Grehl: I'm designing a seven-storey, single-family townhouse right now in Chelsea, New York. It was an old carriage house that was five storeys and we added two storeys on top.

We're also working on a large five-bedroom, art deco renovation in Miami, and a couple of condo renovations. We're designing and project managing a very large oceanfront condo on Palm Beach island right now. We're also preparing to do a very large renovation of one of the largest condo buildings in West Palm Beach with all the amenity spaces – the lobby, the penthouse, the lounges and the gym.

Alice Laycock: Are there any skill sets that you're specifically looking for when you're hiring?

Megan Grehl: I think 3D modelling is really important. It's something that you see a lot internationally, but you don't see as much in the US.

Surprisingly, a lot of people in the US still just do 2D elevations in CAD and then Photoshop, but I really believe to understand spatial connections and the interactions of scale and proportions, 3D modelling is key.

Because we are a small team, I also look for people who are confident and I like to prioritise women. I look for people who seem to be leaders.

High-end residential design is very personal, it's all about how the clients feel. If they feel like they're in good hands, if they feel comfortable and confident that they're going to be taken care of by our team, that is super valuable to me. It is very valuable for me to win the clients, winning their favour and projects.

The other thing is having great taste. I think taste is something you're born with, it's not something you can teach. People who have good taste will be more efficient and picking beautiful objects, knowing proportions and knowing how we can solve a problem.

Alice Laycock: Is there anything that you don't prioritise at the same level as you did when you started hiring?

Megan Grehl: I don't know if there are things I'm prioritising less, but I think I'm getting a lot better at reading portfolios.

It's not just the content, but how someone places their imagery is very important to me, because you can tell the level of care that people are putting into their portfolios, and how much they care about representing their work. I would say I value the content as much as the layout and presentation.

Alice Laycock: What impact has AI had on your recruitment position?

Megan Grehl: I recently taught at the University of Miami last semester, and everyone's talking about AI, and how AI is a major threat to our industry.

I think if we don't keep up with the latest software and the latest trends in our digital world, we are going to fall behind. I don't think we should see AI as a threat. I think we should ask how can we get ahead of it – how can we embrace AI to make our business more efficient?

Alice Laycock: What advice would you give people who are interested in a role at your company?

Megan Grehl: I think first and foremost, I've been shocked at how many cover letters look like a mass cover letter. You think that there's no one reading the emails or the cover letters on the other end, but actually, I read almost all of the candidate emails and cover letters.

So I would say, never do mass cover letters and always reference projects. We also often ask in interviews, what are your top three favourite projects that we've done? And the people who don't know how to answer that question show that they are not following our work.

Don't underestimate who is on the other side, whether it's in email form or cover letter form. Do your homework and research the person that you're interviewing with.

Alice Laycock: How has Dezeen Jobs helped to build your company?

Megan Grehl: We hire using Archinect, but I find that the candidates that come through Dezeen are much more international, and have much more diversified experience. And in general, they are very strong at 3D modelling. A lot of people who follow Dezeen have a very strong affinity for 3D design, I find.

I look for international hires, I like people who have grown up abroad, like myself, who have travelled the world and seen a lot of things. It just reflects really well on our company that we have such a diverse, international team.

Find out more about Megan Grehl by visiting its website. View current and future vacancies by checking their company profile on Dezeen Jobs.

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Dezeen Showroom: Lithuania-based international office furniture manufacturer Narbutas has featured a selection of its workplace furnishings on Dezeen Showroom throughout 2023.

The Arqus executive table is the result of a collaboration between Narbutas and Italian design studio Orlandini Design.

Splayed metal legs characterise the desk, which aims to represent a departure from conventional desks seen in executive spaces.

The desk is available with a symmetrical frame or an L-shaped iteration, which has a fixed pedestal at one end containing shelving and storage.

Narbutas has also expanded its acoustic product range with the Parthos acoustic column, which comes in a selection of 12 different colours.

As well as their noise-dampening properties, the columns have optional accessories including coat hooks, charging outlets and integrated planters.

The brand developed its D-Chair by working closely with Italian design duo Baldanzi & Novell, resulting in a mesh-backed chair available in executive and task versions.

The chair also comes in a selection of frame and mesh colourways, allowing for varying colour combinations to suit a variety of interior design schemes.

The brand's Choice lockers provide a customisable alternative to conventional office lockers, with doors that can be specified in a range of materials.

Conventional code-accessed locks can be applied to the lockers, as well as those accessed by swipe cards. Open storage spaces for hanging coats and seating nooks can also be integrated.

Another storage solution by Narbutas, the versatile Combus shelving system acts as both a room divider and shelving for open-plan workplaces.

The shelves can be open and closed to provide differing levels of privacy, and optional extras such as presentation screens, planters and integrated bookends can be included.

Narbutas is an international workplace furniture manufacturer originating from Lithuania that designs and produces furniture for the modern workspace.

The brand has showrooms in the UK, US, France and Germany as well as Lithuania, and frequently collaborates with well-known product, furniture and industrial designers and studios.

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Dezeen Showroom: a collection of textural carpet tiles informed by knitwear is among six new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Desso and Patricia Urquiola carpet tile collection by Tarkett

Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola worked with Tarkett-owned carpet brand Desso on a collection of carpet tiles that draw influence from the textures of knitted jumpers.

The Desso and Patricia Urquiola carpet tile collection comes in 12 finishes and is fully recyclable at the end of its lifespan, according to the brand.

The collection was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom alongside hand-blown glass wall lights and a floor lamp that takes cues from the appearance of chemistry apparatus.

Read on to see more of the latest products:

Marvel Meraviglia tile collection by Atlas Concorde

Italian brand Atlas Concorde has created a range of tiles that feature graining and striations similar to the ones present in natural marble stone.

Tiles in the Marvel Meraviglia range come in various greyscale tones and are suitable for applications both indoors and outdoors.

Find out more about Marvel Meraviglia ›

Poke wall light by Daniel Emma for JamFactory

Australian craft organisation JamFactory worked with Adelaide-based studio Daniel Emma on a wall lamp made from blown glass.

The Poke wall light comes in either a frosted or clear finish in two colours – rose-toned Apricot or grey Tourmaline – and has a characteristically organic shape.

Find out more about Poke ›

Emotional Lab light by Hania Jneid

Chemistry apparatus was the main point of reference for interior designer Hania Jneid's Emotional Lab light.

The lamp comes in various metal finishes and marble base options, and the individual components can be reconfigured according to the tastes of the user.

Find out more about Emotional Lab ›

Choice lockers by Narbutas

Office furniture brand Narbutas has designed a range of lockers for use in workplaces and mixed-use environments, which offer a range of personalisation options.

The Choice lockers are available in a variety of materials, lock types and additional extras including planters, coat rails and seating nooks.

Find out more about Choice ›

Cement tiles by Karoistanbul

Instanbul-based tile manufacturer Karoistanbul used traditional moulds and processes to create its Cement tiles.

The tiles come in a myriad of colours and patterns which can be used on both floors and walls.

Find out more about Cement tiles ›

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Dezeen Showroom: a collection of carpet tiles designed to mimic the way landscapes fade into each other is among the latest surfaces to be featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Also included are decorative cement tiles by Karoistanbul, floorboards designed to mimic the appearance of wood by Casalgrande Padana and glossy tiles with marble-like striations by Atlas Concorde.

Read on to see the latest carpet, wood and ceramic tiles by globally renowned designers and manufacturers featured on Dezeen Showroom:

DESSO Fuse Landscape carpet tiles by Tarkett

A series of carpet tiles designed to fade into one another is among the recent releases by French flooring brand Tarkett.

Tiles in the DESSO Fuse Landscape range come in natural, earthy shades with ombre tiles to blend in between them, aiming to zone open-plan public and corporate interiors.

Find out more about DESSO Fuse Landscape ›

Original wood flooring by Notch

British flooring company Notch has created a range of flooring made from engineered wood that comes in 16 different variations.

Original wood flooring can be laid lengthways to imitate traditional floorboards in addition to complex and decorative herringbone and chevron patterns.

Find out more about Original wood flooring ›

Marvel Onyx surfaces by Atlas Concorde

Italian ceramics brand Atlas Concorde's Marvel Onyx surfaces aim to imitate the veined surfaces of natural marble stone.

The tiles come in a spectrum of sizes and colours and can be used for walls, floors, counters, basins and tabletops.

Find out more about Marvel Onyx ›

English Wood tile collection by Casalgrande Padana

Italian brand Casalgrande Padana has launched a flooring range that aims to mimic the timelessness of natural oak.

The English Wood tile collection comes in six shades named Highland, Cheshire, Galloway, Dean, Epping and Snowdonia.

Find out more about English Wood ›

Korlok Regent flooring by Karndean Designflooring

British company Karndean Designflooring has produced a collection of vinyl tiles that aim to provide users with an alternative to solid wooden floors.

According to the brand, the flooring is durable and designed to be laid in various patterns.

Find out more about Korlok Regent ›

Cement tiles by Karoistanbul

Istanbul-based tile manufacturer Karoistanbul uses traditional methods and moulds to create its range of cement-based tiles.

The tiles come in a spectrum of patterns and colourways and can be applied to floors and walls to create striking focal points in interiors.

Find out more about Cement tiles ›

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Dezeen Showroom: kitchen units with wooden surfaces broken up by rhythmic vertical handles are among seven new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Column kitchen by Inga Sempé for Reform

French designer Inga Sempé collaborated with Danish brand Reform on the design of kitchen units that depart from the rigidity of today's industrial-style kitchen trends.

Column kitchens have rounded edges and come in both muted painted and natural wood finishes. They are characterised by long handles that extend from the bottom to the top of the cabinets.

Column was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom as well as a primary coloured sofa informed by Bauhaus design principles and a lounge chair that takes cues from Cuban art deco design.

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Cocoon sofa by Jens Juul Eilersen for Eilersen

Danish brand Eilersen has launched three new colourways for its Cocoon sofa, which has various loose throw and bolster cushions that the user can position as they choose.

The three variants are Blues, Blooms and Bauhaus – the latter of which consists of muted primary colours.

Find out more about Cocoon ›

Nebula lounge wood chair by E-ggs for Miniforms

Italian furniture brand Miniforms worked together with design studio E-ggs on a chair that has a soft, rounded seat. The Nebula lounge chair comes in a choice of three base options.

The chair's wooden base iteration is suitable for creating a cosy atmosphere and compliments the organic shape of the seat. It comes in various wooden finishes.

Find out more about Nebula ›

Balance tiles by Fiandre Architectural Surfaces

Italian brand Fiandre Architectural Surfaces has created a collection of single-tone tiles that provide a "colour pause" in interiors.

Balance tiles are made from durable, hygienic porcelain and are available in 14 earthy colourways.

Find out more about Balance ›

Yeti table collection by Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

The result of one of many collaborations between Australian designer Alexander Lotersztain and furniture brand Derlot, the Yeti table aims to provide an understated, timeless table for a range of interior uses.

Yeti tables come in two size and height formats and three natural wood finishes – natural or black-stained American oak or American walnut – that share the same round tabletop and wide legs.

Find out more about Yeti ›

Havana lounge chair by LAB 15 for Eilersen

Danish brand Eilersen worked with designers LAB 15 on a rounded, biomorphic chair that is informed by art-deco-era chairs from Cuba.

Havana lounge chairs centre around a pebble-shaped pouffe that comes with optional armrests, a backrest and an accompanying foot stool.

Find out more about Havana ›

Nolita NYC tile collection by Porcelanosa

Spanish brand Porcelanosa has created a range of tiles with a ridged, textural profile.

The Nolita NYC tile collection comes in two patterns and two colourways, all of which aim to showcase the timelessness of marble.

Find out more about Nolita NYC ›

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Dezeen Showroom: a seating collection characterised by textural white inner cushions and slender metal legs are among five new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Owwi seating collection by Arnau Reyna for Actiu

Design studio Arnau Reyna collaborated with office furniture brand Actiu on the Owwi seating range, which includes a sofa and armchair.

The two-seater sofa and armchair in the Owwi range share thick, enveloping arms and backrests and are designed for use in hybrid spaces such as breakout areas in offices.

Owwi was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom as well as a range of decorative glass-effect resin materials and a chaise longue with a minimalistic black frame made from metal.

Read on to see more of the latest products:

Textures surfacing collection by 3form

American materials manufacturer 3form has created a range of mock-glass materials made from resin that come in a spectrum of colours and patterns.

The Textures surfacing collection can be used in wide-ranging applications, including as partitions, dividers, sliding doors and art features.

Find out more about Textures ›

Palm daybed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla

For Parla's Palm collection, French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte created a chaise lounge with a wide, comfortable seat and backrest designed for reclined lounging.

The Palm daybed can be used indoors or outdoors and shares the rest of the range's deep black frame and cushions.

Find out more about Palm daybed ›

Palermo floor tiles by Grespania

Spanish ceramics manufacturer Grespania has created a collection of marble-effect tiles made from porcelain.

Palermo floor tiles come in a selection of shades, sizes and formats, all sharing marble's characteristic striations.

Find out more about Palermo ›

Palm X chair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla

Turkish furniture company Parla has released a chair with a slim metal frame that comes with varying levels of upholstered covering.

The Palm X chair has upright front legs and slightly angled back legs that cast playful shadows. Chairs can be armless or come with low arms.

Find out more about Palm X chair ›

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Dezeen Showroom: Turkish furniture brand Parla has listed pieces from its Comfort and Palm seating collections on Dezeen Showroom, designed in collaboration with French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte.

Like all pieces in the Palm collection, the Palm daybed has a slender metal frame supported by slim legs.

The low arm to the side of the seat echos the linear composition of the rest of the chaise lounge.

Thick, broad back and seat cushions are joined by a rounded bolster cushion for optimal comfort in both sitting and reclining poses.

The same design language applies to the Palm armchair, which has a generous seat and an optional accompanying footstool.

Armrests provide timber detailing and come in solid oak or walnut for indoor chairs, or Iroko wood for chairs used outside.

Elegant tubular legs combine with plump cushions to create the Palm Compact Comfort A bar stool.

The brand prides itself on the seamless welding between the metal components in its pieces, which is apparent in the stool.

The versatile Palm A chair can be used in both outdoor and indoor spaces and has optional extras such as leather arm wraps, wooden armrests and weather-resistant upholstered cushions.

As is the case with all other seating in the collection, the chair's metal frame has a powder-coated textured finish and comes in coloured finishes including White, Black, Green Olive, Deep Blue, Bordeaux and Carbon Grey.

The Palm X chair is characterised by its curved backrest lined with upright metal rods that cast dramatic shadows.

These can be left exposed or covered with an upholstered pad for additional comfort.

Parla is a Turkish furniture designer and manufacturer based in Istanbul that produces both indoor and outdoor ranges of seating and tables.

The brand creates pieces that can be specified for use in private residential spaces as well as hospitality venues such as restaurants and hotels.

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Dezeen Showroom: a collection of colourful carpet tiles designed to gradually fade into one another is among eight new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

DESSO Fuse Landscape carpet tiles by Tarkett

Flooring design company Tarkett has released a collection of fully recyclable carpet tiles that are designed to be installed in a way that creates a gradual ombre between colours and zones.

The tiles come in fresh, earthy colours that recall hues found in nature, including greens, reds and blues with transitory shades in between.

DESSO Fuse Landscape was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom alongside a rocking chair wrapped in cork and a rereleased rattan chair.

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Korlok Regent flooring by Karndean Designflooring

British design brand Karndean Designflooring aimed to mimic the timelessness of oak floorboards with its new range of wood-effect tiles.

Korlok Regent flooring is a vinyl tile that can be laid in a multitude of patterns, including straight and chevron.

Find out more about Korlok Regent ›

Marvel Onyx surfaces by Atlas Concorde

Italian ceramic tile brand Atlas Concorde has released a range of high-gloss porcelain slabs designed to imitate natural onyx stone.

Marvel Onyx surfaces come in several colours all with natural-looking striations running across their surfaces.

Find out more about Marvel Onyx ›

Palm A chair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla

French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte worked with furniture brand Parla on a minimal chair that comes in outdoor and indoor iterations.

Optional extras for the Palm A chair include leather or wooden armrest wraps or a weatherproof upholstered seat pad.

Find out more about Palm A chair ›

Lapala 25th anniversary chair by Lievore Altherr Molina for Expormim

Spanish brand Expormim worked with studio Lievore Altherr Molina on a woven chair that celebrates the 25th anniversary of the original Lapala chair.

The Lapala 25th anniversary chair has a combined seat and back made from natural wicker and can be used in both private and public settings.

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Palm armchair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla

Turkish design brand Parla worked with architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte on a wide, deep lounge chair with a matching footstool.

The Palm armchair has thick padded cushions that sit atop a slim metal frame. Optional wooden armrests can be added upon request.

Find out more about Palm armchair ›

Gago rocking chair by Dam

Portuguese design brand Dam has created a wooden rocking chair with a cork-clad seat to celebrate its tenth anniversary.

The Gago rocking chair is made from 100 per cent Portuguese materials and comes in a range of upholstery colours.

Find out more about Gago ›

Palm Compact Comfort A bar stool by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla

Parla collaborated with French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte on a bar stool for its Palm furniture collection.

The Palm Compact Comfort A bar stool is designed to be as comfortable as a chair with the elegance and height of a bar stool.

Find out more about Palm Compact Comfort A bar stool ›

Croma furniture collection by Lagranja Design for Systemtronic

Barcelona-based studio Lagranja Design worked with furniture brand Systemtronic to create a collection of furniture informed by the Mediterranean.

The Croma furniture collection includes storage, tables and planters all made from combinations of natural and stained ash wood as well as painted and chrome-plated aluminium.

Find out more about Croma ›

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Dezeen Showroom: a slimline desk with an adjustable-height tabletop that can be used both indoors and out is among the latest products for offices to be featured on Dezeen Showroom.

This selection includes products for home offices as well as open-plan workplace environments, facilitating comfortable and efficient work for in-person, remote and hybrid working.

Also included is a modular office furnishing system by Actiu, an acoustic pod made from recycled steel with a myriad of optional extra functions by Leet Design and an ergonomic office chair by Narbutas.

Read on to see the latest workspace items from a variety of globally renowned designers and manufacturers featured on Dezeen Showroom:

Buddyhub desk by Busetti Garuti Redaelli for Pedrali

Italian furniture brand Pedrali and design studio Busetti Garuti Redaelli have expanded the existing Buddy furniture collection with the addition of a work desk that is enveloped in acoustic panels.

The Buddyhub desk comes in a selection of sizes as well as sitting or standing heights. Users can choose between a selection of muted pastel colours as well as a plethora of add-on accessories.

Find out more about Buddyhub ›

Arche acoustic pod by Leet Design

French workplace furniture brand Leet Design has created a series of sound-proofed booths that can be situated in open-plan offices.

Arche acoustic pods come in two sizes – two-seater and single-person – that share high-tech software and hardware features.

Find out more about Arche ›

OmniRoom room-in-room system by Mute

Office brand Mute has devised a series of 100 rooms, including workstations, breakout spaces, conference rooms and coffee points, which can be joined together to increase functionality in open-plan offices.

Each structure in the OmniRoom room-in-room system is made from recyclable aluminium and can be adapted to tend to the ever-evolving needs of the flexible modern workplace.

Find out more about OmniRoom ›

Passport work table by Herman Miller

Office furniture brand Herman Miller has released a small table that has a lever to move the tabletop between sitting and standing heights.

Passport work table can be used in both homes and offices and can be fitted with casters for easy portability.

Find out more about Passport ›

D-Chair by Baldanzi & Novelli for Narbutas

Workplace brand Narbutas collaborated with Italian design studio Baldanzi & Novelli on an ergonomic office chair with a bold, graphic frame and mesh seat and back.

D-Chair comes in both executive and task chair formats and users can choose between three frame colours and six mesh hues.

Find out more about D-Chair ›

Float Mini height-adjustable desk by Humanscale

Workplace furniture brand Humanscale created a smaller version of its full-size Float desk, which shares the same adjustable height technology.

Float Mini is designed to fit into smaller areas of the home to create a comfortable works setup and can even be used outside thanks to its non-electric non-powered pneumatic cylinder.

Find out more about Float Mini ›

Longo seating system by Ramos & Bassols for Actiu

Spanish brand Actiu and designers Ramos & Bassols collaborated on a modular furniture system comprising soft seating, desks, storage, acoustic panels and accessories.

The Longo seating system can be set up in isolated components or in continuous conjoined units in either private or shared workspaces.

Find out more about Longo ›

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Dezeen Showroom: a selection of brands based in Thailand have listed their furniture and accessories on Dezeen Showroom, including chairs that celebrate both Thai craft and native timber.

The Phaka chair was created by designer Ratthee Phaisanchotsiri for furniture company Moonler, based in Chiang Mai, Thailand, with a boxy frame whose side profile is informed by the shape of the golden ratio.

Phaka chairs come in light, natural, dark, black or rough black finishes all made from solid chamchuri wood felled in Thailand.

The chair's slim and geometric composition allows the grain of wood and the connections between components to function as decoration.

Bangkok-based design brand Mobella created a duo of seating called Buffo that takes cues from the physical and aesthetic qualities of buffalo. This includes its firm upholstery reminiscent of the animal's muscular back, combined back and armrests that are ribbed with stitching and turn up at the ends resembling horns.

The collection comprises a sofa and armchair that come in a range of fabrics in both bright and neutral shades.

Design company Waste is More has created a chair with components made from its signature material PlassCoff, which contains a mixture of recycled plastic and coffee shells.

Bend's seat and backrest are made from PlasCoff, supported by a frame made from wood derived from rubber trees.

The Bella bench by Bangkok-based furniture company Oggi is made up of five solid wood pieces with rounded edges that enable a range if functionalities.

It functions as a seat, umbrella stand, shoe rack and coffee cup holder.

The Luna dining chair was created by Thai brand Corner 43 Decor to reference the appearance of rattan furniture – a traditional craft in Thailand.

A frame made up of aluminium tubing provides a strong base for the seat and back, which are made up of polyrope that is woven and stretched to create a comfortable seat.

Thailand-based brand Deesawat launched its Parallel collection created in collaboration with designer Samuel Wilkinson, characterised by the negative space between its wooden slats.

A table and bench make up the range, which aims to provide a contemporary version of classic teak outdoor furniture.

These six brands were featured on Dezeen Showroom as part of various award schemes and acknowledgements set up by Thailand's Department of International Trade Promotion.

These products will be shown at various international trade shows in order to bolster Thailand's position as a global contributor to furniture and product design.

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Dezeen Showroom: a collection of storage informed by the colourful and bold designs of the postmodernism movement is among six new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Linea by Alessandro Mendini for Porro

Informed by the work of the late postmodernist Alessandro Mendini, Italian brand Porro has created a collection of storage comprising a bureau and two sideboards.

All three of the pieces in the Linea collection are decorated with primary-coloured inlays and are being released in a limited run of 50 units each.

Linea was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom alongside a chair with parts made out of a composite material made from recycled plastic and coffee shells, and a seating collection that draws influences from the physical traits of buffalo.

Read on to see more of the latest products:

Bend chair by Waste is More

Thai design brand Waste is More has pioneered a material made from a blend of coffee shells and recycled plastic that is used for the backrest and set components of its Bend chair.

As well as its components made from PlasCoff, the chair's frame is made from rubber tree wood that is sourced locally.

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Qyos acoustic cabins by Actiu

Workplace furniture brand Actiu has released a series of soundproofed cabins that can be dotted around open-plan offices to create areas for private work and calls.

Qyos acoustic cabins have a number of seating and table height options and come in a selection of exterior finishes and colours.

Find out more about Qyos ›

Nara Pendant by Astro Lighting

British brand Astro Lighting has released a pendant lamp with an unbending ceiling attachment.

The Nara Pendant has a glass shade that is available in two colours and five finishes.

Find out more about Nara ›

Buffo seating collection by Mobella

The anatomy of buffalo was the main influence on this sofa and armchair duo by Thai brand Mobella.

Buffo has arms and a backrest designed to look like the animal's horns and firm upholstery intended to feel like sitting on its muscular back.

Find out more about Buffo ›

Float Mini height-adjustable desk by Humanscale

Office furniture company Humanscale has released a slimline desk with a height-adjustable tabletop that facilitates home working in any room of the house.

The Float Mini height-adjustable desk's base has three castors and can also be used outside. The tabletop is made from bamboo due to its aesthetics and fast-growing properties.

Find out more about Float Mini ›

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Local studio Mesura has designed a live-work home for a gallery owner that combines exhibition space with living quarters in a former factory in Barcelona.

Casa Vasto is situated in the city's seaside neighbourhood El Poblenou, characterised by its 18th-century industrial buildings that were deindustrialised in the 1960s and 70s.

The apartment is located in one of these former factories and comprises two spaces – the public living and kitchen area that also houses gallery exhibitions, and the private bedroom and bathroom that are reserved solely for the owner's use.

A service core made from birch wood divides the space without being attached to the walls or to the ceiling, which has an unusual vaulted design characteristic of factories built in Barcelona in the 19th century. This channels services to the kitchen and bathroom components and contains a toilet, shower and storage.

On one side of the core is the living and gallery space. This has plenty of space to hold exhibitions and is filled with monolithic furnishings that create functional zones, including a long dining table with cylindrical legs and a blocky stainless-steel kitchen island.

A low, sprawling sofa defines the lounge area, which centres around a coffee table fashioned from waste material created during the apartment's construction by designer Sara Regal.

Artworks and furniture have been arranged throughout the space, which was curated in collaboration between the owners and Mesura.

"The project's interior design is reinterpreted as a constellation of unique objects detached from the apartment's limits," said Mesura.

"These elements contrast with the white-washed walls and light-wood furnishings to emerge as accents of colour and form, weaving a cohesive and contemporary identity throughout the project, drawing focus to the pieces and artwork."

Bespoke pieces custom-made for Casa Vasto are flanked by iconic design classics, such as architect Mies van der Rohe's MR10 Chair and architect Mario Botta's Seconda Chai.

"Some of the interior pieces were specifically designed for the space – kitchen, dining table, service core, bathtub – and the others – sofas, chairs, lighting – were more of a process with the clients, who had their own preferences and interests," Mesura told Dezeen.

Frames are hung on the walls in the bedroom, which also contains two sinks and a bathtub encased in blocky concrete volumes.

As in the rest of the space, rectangular windows extend from floor level to let natural light into the space.

"We think the pieces selected for the interiors create a comfortable and unique atmosphere when in touch with the bespoke furniture we designed for the project," the studio told Dezeen.

Other adaptive reuse apartment projects on Dezeen include an apartment in a converted bank office by Puntofilipino and a flat in a former chocolate factory by SSdH.

The photography is by Salva López.

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Dezeen Showroom: British lighting brand Astro Lighting has listed a selection of its lighting designs on Dezeen Showroom, including lamps informed by modernist architecture.

The brand's Venn lights recall the curved forms and use of metal in buildings designed during the mid-20th century.

The collection includes three formats, including wall-mounted, floor and table lamps, with the wall mounted variation available with either single or double reading lights attached beneath the shade.

All versions share an oval-shaped, off-white shade with bases and fixtures available in a selection of matt metallic finishes.

Designed solely for wall-mounted purposes, the Ako lamp casts a soft glow across the surface of walls, allowing for gentle lighting in hallways.

Ako's body is narrow and faceted with openings at the top and bottom for the light to escape from.

Created exclusively for ceiling-hung use, the Nara pendant features a rigid linear hanging fixture culminating in a glass shade.

There are five shade styles and two glass colours to choose from, including one that has a ribbed, grey glass profile and another with a translucent white finish.

The brand's Baton lamp combines task lighting with ambient lighting in its design, which is based on the shape of an intersection between a diagonal line and a straight line.

Baton comes in matt black and matt nickel finishes, and the task light arm can be adjusted to alter the angle of the light for reading.

Astro Lighting is a British lighting brand that was established in 1997 by designers John Fearon and James Bassant.

The brand's aim is to create timeless lamps and lighting solutions for use across a variety of interiors.

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Dezeen Showroom: stools made from recyclable plastic that double as side tables are among 12 new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

S1 stool and side table by Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Furniture brand Derlot and Australian designer Alexander Lotersztain created a combined stool and side table that references the shape of a structural I-beam.

S1 comes in three different heights and a selection of bright and neutral colours – from vivid lime green, lemon yellow and orange to beige and grey.

S1 was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom as well as a wall-mounted light fixture that casts both ambient and task light, and a series of chairs with boxy sides made from timber native to Thailand.

Read on to see more of the latest products:

Phaka chair by Ratthee Phaisanchotsiri for Moonler

Thailand-based furniture brand Moonler created a wooden chair with a boxy frame that is informed by the shape of the golden ratio.

The Phaka chair is made from solid Thai chamchuri timber derived from native trees and comes in five different natural wood finishes.

Find out more about Phaka ›

Baton wall lamp by Astro Lighting

Astro Lighting's Baton wall lamp combines an ambient light source with a task light for reading.

The wall-mounted fixture takes the form of two intersecting lines and comes in two matt colours: black and nickel.

Find out more about Baton ›

Parallel collection by Samuel Wilkinson for Deesawat

Thai timber brand Deesawat collaborated with British designer Samuel Wilkinson on a collection that subverts the idea of conventional wooden outdoor furniture.

The Parallel collection comprises a slatted bench and table that are made from offcuts of teak wood from the timber manufacturing process.

Find out more about Parallel ›

Exclusive Collection stone by Antolini

Italian stone brand Antolini has expanded its Exclusive Collection range of stone finishes with two additional types – Cristallo Vitrum and Patagonia Vitrum.

Both are made from naturally-occurring quartz and feature striking veining and natural inclusions. They can be used in both private and public interiors for a variety of purposes.

Find out more about Exclusive Collection ›

Ako wall lamp by Astro Lighting

British lighting brand Astro Lighting has created a wall-mounted light fixture that aims to provide a wash of light over walls in hallways.

The Ako wall lamp has a narrow geometric body with openings at each end for light to escape from. It has no sharp edges, further softening its effect.

Find out more about Ako ›

Luna dining chair by Corner 43 Decor

Thailand-based furniture design brand Corner 43 Decor has created an outdoor chair that combines an aluminium tubular frame with taut poly-rope.

The Luna dining chair recalls traditional rattan furniture in its backrest and seat, where the rope is woven to cradle the sitter.

Find out more about Luna ›

Chopper chair by Massimo Buster Minale for Buster + Punch

Buster + Punch has rereleased its Chopper chair – originally designed in 1973 – in steel and leather, in contrast to the chair's original rattan materiality.

The design is informed by custom-built motorcycles and has belt-like straps beneath the seat that can adjust the tautness of the leather.

Find out more about Chopper ›

Venn collection by Astro Lighting

Astro Lighting's Venn collection comprises standing, table and wall lights that share a visual language informed by modernist buildings.

All lights in the range have a silver metal fixture topped by the brand's oval-shaped white Stadium shade.

Find out more about Venn ›

Bella bench by Oggi

Thai furniture company Oggi has released a versatile item of furniture that intends to help users remember everything they need when leaving the house.

The Bella bench provides a seat as well as storage for shoes, umbrellas, mugs and keys. It is made from solid wood that can be specified in a range of finishes.

Find out more about Bella ›

Smart Conference chair by Humanscale

Workplace furniture brand Humanscale has adapted a previous ergonomic chair design by the late industrial designer Niels Diffrient.

Smart Conference chair provides postural support for the user and is upholstered in Maribo leather. It comes in a selection of shades and is supported by a recycled aluminium frame.

Find out more about Smart Conference ›

Leda collection by Astro Lighting

Astro Lighting's Leda collection of lights share a tube-shaped head and slender, pared-back frames.

Formats include floor, table and wall-mounted lights, each with a black stand of fixture with three metallic finishes for the heads.

Find out more about Leda ›

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From a ranch in Colorado to a treehouse in Australia, the living spaces in this lookbook are united by the grounding presence of cowhide rugs.

Animal skins have been used in dwellings for warmth and decoration for thousands of years. More recently, cowhide rugs – which were popularised in America – have become a common sight in interiors around the world, thanks to their recognisable pattern, outline and durability.

Each hide has unique colourations and patterning, with variations in texture depending on the breed of the animal. One side features the hair, while the reverse is plain leather – the result of the tanning process.

Cowhides imbue a cosy cabin-like feel, and can both blend into rustic homes and add timeless contrast in more minimalist interior schemes.

This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring underground bedrooms, kitchens that combine stone with wood and interiors with bright yellow accents.

Bully Hill House, USA, by Studio MM

A tan and white cowskin rug adds warmth to this lofty living space in a rural house in upstate New York.

The skewbald floor covering lends a rustic edge to the living space, and is bolstered by the saloon-style bar stools and a fire surround clad in Corten steel with a niche for storing chopped firewood.

Find out more about Bully Hill House ›

Mexican house, Mexico, by Amezcua

A dappled cowskin rug adorns the volcanic stone floor of the living room in this modular holiday house in Mexico.

The brown and white rug zones the seating area, which comprises two chairs and a side table made from wood and leather and is flanked by a simple bookshelf in matching hues.

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Sonoma farm house, USA, by Tyreus Design Studio

Nature is ever-present in this house in California, thanks to its expansive sliding doors as well as the earthy elements of the interior scheme, including a pale cowskin rug.

The lightly dappled coat appears to glow in the sunlight and echoes the striated white marble kitchen counter on the other side of the interior.

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Paintbrush Residence, USA, by CLB Architects

A vast picture window and a cylindrical log burner flank the cowhide floor covering in this contemplative seating area in a house in Wyoming.

The curving outline of the grey and white hide provides a textural contrast to the regular linear shapes in the timber wall and ceiling cladding that encloses the area.

Find out more about Paintbrush Residence ›

Czech house, Czech Republic, by Atelier SAD and Iveta Zachariášová

This gabled living space in the ceiling of a house in the Czech Republic is dominated by a large brindle cowhide.

The rug's naturally irregular patterning is offset by the geometric floor lamp and a ribbed seat covered in black-and-white zigzag upholstery.

Find out more about the Czech house ›

Pepper Tree Passive House, Australia, by Alexander Symes

A cream cowhide with a pronounced brown stripe running down its centre straddles two types of flooring in this unique house in New South Wales, Australia.

Built around a 60-year-old pepper tree, the interior has a fundamentally neutral colour palette punctuated by plants.

Find out more about Pepper Tree Passive House ›

LBS house, Chile, by Umberto Bonomo and Felipe Alarcón

Overlooking a V-shaped wall made from cinder blocks, the industrial-style living space in this Chilean house is softened by the presence of a glossy brown cowhide.

The use of concrete and metal throughout the interior is offset by the rug's organic feel.

Find out more about LBS house ›

Reforma Alas, Paraguay, by OMCM Arquitectos

A classic black-and-white spotted cowhide lines the floor in the airy open-plan living room of this house in Paraguay.

The rug provides a focal point in the otherwise minimally decorated space, which is defined by the use of grey and white hues on the walls and floors.

Find out more about Reforma Alas ›

Rockham House, UK, by Studio Fuse

The laid-back living room in this house in Devon centres around a pale cowskin that sprawls across the concrete floor.

The room's broad picture windows frame views of the countryside, with the hide retaining the space's cosiness with help from a suspended fireplace.

Find out more about Rockham House ›

Goatbarn Lane, USA, by  Renée del Gaudio Architecture

An orange leather sofa, a side table made from gnarled wood and a light-coloured brindle cowskin rug huddle around a fireplace in the corner of the living room in this house in the Rocky Mountains.

Despite the rugged setting, warmth and comfort are instilled in the interior through the use of soft furnishings and warm-toned wooden floors.

Find out more about Goatbarn Lane ›

This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring underground bedrooms, kitchens that combine stone with wood and interiors with bright yellow accents.

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In the wake of the 2022/2023 academic year, we spotlight some of the most pioneering student design projects recently pinned on Dezeen's dedicated School Shows Pinterest board.

In this roundup, we take the summer break as an opportunity to distil our run of 2023 summer shows down into 10 intriguing design projects from our School Show Pinterest board.

The selected works explore both proposed real world sustainable design solutions to combat environmental damage, as well as expressing students' personal identities and lived experiences.

Projects that have been selected include unconventional jewellery that have no three-dimensional components, a bench made from timber that combats loneliness, and a graphic design project that uses ceramic shards in place of normal paper.

This roundup includes international universities such as Lucerne School of Art and Design, Parsons School of Design, University of East London, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and University of the Arts London.

Scroll down to see ten projects from industrial, interior, product, furniture and graphic design courses and browse our School Shows board to see more.

Nautilus by Léon Bolz, Bachelor Object Design student at Lucerne School of Art and Design

Léon Bolz's project called Nautilus is a hybrid between a net and a spade that aims to eradicate the damage to ecosystems by invasive species.

The product harvests harmful non-native creatures allowing them to be processed for consumption as food.

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Sead by Mara Zimmerman, MFA Industrial Design student at Parsons School of Design

Securing and nurturing seeds during their growth was the primary reason that student Mara Zimmerman developed Sead.

The product takes the form of a tray made from waste generated during seafood processing, which is rich in nutrients for growing plants. It is designed for use at home and in urban gardens rather than at a commercial scale.

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A Cacophony of Creases by Isobel White, BA Interior Design students at University of East London

Isobel White's lighting design project A Cacophony of Creases comprises a light nestled in folds of leather.

The fawn-coloured material comes from the high-end sports car industry, the offcuts of which White hopes will lend similar luxuriousness to the light.

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25-degree by Harvey Mckellar, BA (Hons) Product Design student at Sheffield Hallam University

Harvey Mckellar designed a wooden bench that aims to tackle loneliness by encourages interaction between sitters through its angular design.

The 25-degree bench is designed so that the further away users sit, the more they face each other.

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Living Traces: Pigments on the Skin by Lea Tschanz, Bachelor XS Jewellery student at Lucerne School of Art and Design

Living Traces: Pigments on the Skin is the result of student Lea Tschanz daubing the human body with pigment in place of physical jewellery.

She uses tools, utensils and other small objects to mark the skin in reference to the "completely archaic, completely primal" art of body painting.

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Moulding The Past by Alistair Badger, BA (Hons) Interior Design student at Norwich University of the Arts

Alistair Badger's project Moulding The Past proposed a renovation of a hangar at the De Havilland Aircraft Heritage Museum.

The structure references the design of the De Havilland Mosquito – a plane designed in the 1940s for use in world war two.

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Hooked Table by Milan Bhullar, MFA Furniture Design student at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)

Bending laminated wood was the main technique that student Milan Bhullar used when working on the Hooked Table.

Bhullar uses her work as a method of healing and contemplation, manifested in a table with a small circular seat and undulating ribbon-like legs.

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Urbento by Yas Kinsey, BA (Hons) Graphic Design student at Nottingham Trent University

Yas Kinsey designed the concept and branding for a selection of ready meals based on traditional Japanese bento lunch boxes.

Urbento intends to help people with busy nine to five lifestyles to get healthy, nutritious meals that fit into their schedules.

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Dirty Business by Clara Batista, Bachelor in Design student at IE School of Architecture and Design

Dirty Business – Clara Batista's thesis – explores the role of disgust and dirtiness in contemporary society as well as the hidden practices present in the textile industries.

These ideas are demonstrated through two provocative materials: human hair and mycelium fungi.

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Pengci (Extortion) by Naiwen Zhang, BA Graphic Design student at University of the Arts London

Acknowledging the disconnection between modern day graphic design and conventional craft techniques, Naiwen Zhan chose to print their work on slices of porcelain made to be as thin as paper.

Pengci (Extortion) encourages people to handle and touch the work while being conscious of its fragility.

View the full School Show ›

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Dezeen Showroom: a portable table lamp designed to enhance the atmosphere of dining environments by mimicking candlelight is among nine new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.

Mantle table lamp by Tala

British lighting brand Tala has designed a portable lamp powered by a rechargeable battery that is designed to replace candles in hospitality venues.

Mantle's stainless steel base comes in three speckled colours and its frosted bulb casts a warm glow reminiscent of candlelight.

Mantle was recently featured on Dezeen Showroom alongside a collection of hand-knotted rugs sporting geometric, angular patterns and a range of seating that takes design cues from tennis rackets.

Read on to see more of the latest products:

Angles hand knotted rug collection by Deirdre Dyson

Angular patterns and saturated colours characterise this collection of rugs by British designer Deirdre Dyson.

The Angles range comprises ten graphic designs each hand knotted by artisans in Nepal using silk and Tibetan wool.

Find out more about Angles ›

Raquette seating collection by Cristina Celestino for Billiani

Latticed panels made from interwoven strips of wood are the central feature of Cristina Celestino's Raquette seating collection, which was designed for Italian brand Billiani and is sold in the US through StyleNations.

The range includes an armchair and sofa with ash wood frames and coffee table made from beech with either an MDF or marble tabletop.

Find out more about Raquette ›

Terasa rugs by Curran Online

Design brand Curran has created a collection of rugs made of hard-wearing polypropylene yarns that can be used both inside and outside.

Terasa rugs come in a choice of various weave patterns, colourways and border styles.

Find out more about Terasa ›

Ceramic Chandeliers by Naaya Studio

Indian lighting design brand Naaya Studio has created a collection of pendant lamps made from ceramics.

Ceramic Chandeliers come in five different shapes and can be hung alone or in clusters to form dynamic lighting features.

Find out more about Ceramic Chandeliers ›

iD Click Ultimate luxury vinyl flooring by Tarkett

Flooring brand Tarkett has created a collection of floor tiles with hyper-realistic natural wood and stone finishes.

The iD Click Ultimate range includes 43 finishes, which each come in five sizes to suit spaces of varying scales.

Find out more about iD Click Ultimate ›

Narí chair by Andrea Pedrali for Pedrali

Italian brand Pedrali has released an outdoor armchair that designer Andrea Pedrali created in homage to his grandfather.

The Narí chair references the appearance of one of the brand's first designs – the Serenella forged iron garden chair, which was released in the 1960s and has been updated through its use of tubular steel and woven arm panels.

Find out more about Narí ›

Ivory Flora panels by 3form

Material brand 3form has created a selection of resin panels that provide subtle leaf and flower motifs in neutral interior schemes.

The translucent Ivory Flora panels contain dried botanical matter and come in various pattern scales, panel sizes and thicknesses.

Find out more about Ivory Flora ›

Rakino chair by Tim Rundle for Morgan

British furniture brand Morgan collaborated with designer Tim Rundle on a laid-back lounge chair with a carefully manufactured solid wood frame.

The Rakino chair's frame comes in beech, ash, oak or walnut timber and can be upholstered in a selection of fabrics or leathers.

Find out more about Rakino ›

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Dezeen Showroom: we've selected 10 products and furniture designs made from stainless steel, aluminium and chrome-finished metal listed on Dezeen Showroom.

Originally confined to industrial buildings, restaurant kitchens and street furniture, metallic furniture and accessories entered the mainstream of interior design in the 1950s in line with the rise of mid-century modern design.

By the late 20th century, metal had become a popular choice of material for furniture in domestic interiors thanks to its timeless appearance, durability and how it can be easily cleaned.

Metal can be finished in a range of ways including brushing, hammering and polishing that resulting in matt, dappled and highly reflective surfaces.

The pieces in this selection include a chair made up of stainless steel balls by Shepherd Studio, a tiered table made from hand-finished stainless steel by Furn Object and crimped aluminium door handles by Derlot.

Read on to see our top picks of metallic products, lighting and furniture designs listed on Dezeen Showroom:

Kink door handles by Martin Mogilski for Derlot

Designer Martin Mogilski worked with Australian brand Derlot on a range of door handles and drawer pulls that have crimped corners formed by a sheet metal press.

Kink door handles are made from aluminium and come in green, red, black and white as well as a metallic brushed finish that recalls the product's materiality.

Find out more about Kink ›

Aluminium Week-End outdoor furniture by Petite Friture

French design brand Petite Friture has added a chair with a silvery finish to its preexisting range of Week-End outdoor furniture.

Aluminium Week-End shares the original range's stackable design and lightweight aluminium makeup, however leaves it with a utilitarian finish that is true to the material.

Find out more about Aluminium Week-End ›

Sfera bowl by Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Derlot's Sfera bowl was created by designer Alexander Lotersztain with a slanted profile that presents its contents at an angle.

The bowl can be used for both food presentation and household items such as keys and comes in white, gold or silver.

Find out more about Sfera ›

Alima trolley by Note for &Tradition

Scandinavian studio Note designed a versatile trolley for furniture company &Tradition that can be used in both domestic and hospitality environments.

The functional Alima trolley has one perforated and one barred shelf for storage and sits on castors. Finishes include chrome with oak or walnut wood segments that balance the industrial with the natural.

Find out more about Alima ›

Liquid Table by Furn Object

Ukrainian furniture brand Furn Object designed an elegant table made entirely from stainless steel that includes three circular tabletops supported by three uprights connected by horizontal bars.

Liquid Table's tabletops have a mottled, three-dimensional finish that recalls the rippling surface of water in contrast to the smooth orbs that create its feet.

Find out more about Liquid ›

Citron lamp by Tongqi Lu Design

Shanghai-based studio Tongqi Lu Design created a mood light that mimics the shape of a lemon sitting on a plate.

The aptly named Citron lamp comprises a wax-cast light with a textural surface sat on a metal dish that contrasts the light's organic form and bounces light around the space.

Find out more about Citron ›

Arrondi tap collection by Conran and Partners for VADO

British brand VADO worked with Conran and Partners on a series of bulbous faucets and taps with a hand-polished chrome finish.

Arrondi tap collection contains faucets with both separate and integrated levers and controls that come in both cross-head and straight handles that share the same gleaming finish.

Find out more about Arrondi ›

Small Living Kitchens – islands by Falper

Kitchen and bathroom design brand Falper created a series of kitchen islands specifically designed for small spaces that integrate multiple functions into one self-contained item.

The islands in the Small Living Kitchens collection comes in three finish options including stainless steel, which recalls the hygiene and functionalism of restaurant kitchens.

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Tila chair by Shepherd Studio

Furniture company Shepherd Studio has created a chair made up of 210 hand-finished stainless steel spheres.

Tila chair has a rounded, balloon-like frame and the gaps between the orbs that make up and back and seat have subtle gaps between them, allowing light to pass through and reflect at the same time.

Find out more about Tila ›

Reflect kitchen by Jean Nouvel for Reform

Architect Jean Nouvel collaborated with Copenhagen-based kitchen brand Reform on the design of self-contained kitchens featuring drawer fronts with ridges that bounce light around the room.

All-metal Reflect kitchen come in two finishes including one characterised by untreated metal with stainless steel countertops.

Find out more about Reflect ›

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Architecture studio Balbek Bureau has revamped a house in Ukraine using stainless steel and concrete to create a modern interpretation of a log cabin.

The three-bedroom cabin was built from horizontally stacked logs, which the designers kept on display throughout the interior.

The Kyiv-based studio aimed to deviate from conventional cabin interiors, instead creating an industrial, utilitarian scheme informed by the style of American fashion designer Rick Owens.

"The pre-existing interior was in a classic log cabin style," Balbek Bureau told Dezeen. "The logs were a lighter shade, closer to the natural wood colour – the furniture was mostly made of wood as well with traditional country-style shapes dominating the interior."

In order to lend itself to a more industrial finish, the studio trimmed the interior of surplus logs and timber.

"Our goal was to achieve a clean geometry of the space with as little extra lines as possible," said the studio.

"That is why we removed part of the log beams that were not load-bearing – we did the same with non-bearing walls to create an open space on the first floor."

Microcement flooring and project-bespoke furniture pieces such as stainless steel consoles were added to the spaces to contrast the traditional log walls.

Vintage lounge and dining chairs from the owner's own collection were added to character to the spaces, which were hung with paintings belonging to the client.

The glass-fronted entryway contains a staircase comprising timber planks cantilevered out from wall. Beyond, the kitchen, dining room, home office and living room are contained within one fluid space.

The cabin's construction is most apparent in the double-height living space, where logs form tall bookcases accessed by a sliding metal ladder. These flank a tapered fireplace made from concrete blocks, at the foot of which sits a large sofa.

The use of concrete continues in the kitchen, which is dominated by a monolithic kitchen island flanked by floor-to-ceiling stainless steel cabinets.

Plywood panelling replaces logs in the curtain lined theatre room leading off of the kitchen.

Modern, black-framed windows were installed throughout the building, with vertical windows added in the home office and dining room to bring more sunlight into the space.

Original ceiling beams were left exposed to highlight the cabin's original construction.

Recalling the sofas downstairs, the master bedroom features a sprawling custom-made bed that sits low to the floor. Its upholstered sides were bolstered by stainless steel consoles similar to those in the theatre room.

Retro lamps were added as a playful touches including a bulbous standing lamp that arches over the bed.

A moveable mirror-panelled screen on castors sits against one wall, and a wooden mid-century console references the warm-toned timber-clad walls.

Throughout the house black radiators, ceiling lights, window frames and power outlets punctuate the rooms.

The two bedrooms on the other side of the cabin retain the dark-toned log walls of the living room, adjoined by steel shelves and contrasted by soft, padded sleeping nooks.

Both of the bathrooms are a stark contrast from the rest of the interiors, with almost no wooden finishes at all and housing white fixtures.

"[Relogged] allowed us to work on rethinking the rather established and traditional form of a log cabin," concluded the studio.

Other cabins featured on Dezeen include A-frame cabins in a remote Canadian forest by Atelier l'Abri and a cabin clad in ash wood on a rocky outcrop in Norway by Line Solgaard Arkitekter.

The photography is by Andrey Bezuglov and Maryan Beresh.

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From a muted colour palette to lights that are rarely switched on, the MIGRE treatment centre by Hanczarstudio in Wroclaw, Poland, was designed to help alleviate discomfort.

Local design practice Hanczarstudio designed the interior of the MIGRE migraine treatment centre in Wroclaw, Poland, to deviate from traditional medical environments.

"We wanted to create a space that was soothing and evokes associations with a beauty salon, spa or massage parlour, rather than a medical facility," said Hanczarstudio founder Szymon Hanczar.

Migraines are persistent and throbbing unilateral headaches, often accompanied by nausea as well as noise and light sensitivity. The causes of migraine episodes are difficult to identify, but throughout the design the studio aimed to minimalism potential sources of discomfort.

Photophobia – meaning sensitivity to light – was addressed by diffusing soft light throughout the space. Translucent blinds help to temper bright natural sunlight coming in through the windows.

Artificial lighting had to be installed in order to meet building regulations, however these are usually left switched off in favour of indirect natural light.

"Standards are met with the inclusion of all upper light sources, but in the day-to-day operations of the centre, they are not used," explained Hanczar.

"The project even included halogens, which are absolutely inadvisable in the environment of migraine sufferers, as illumination for the display rack, but it too has its alternative source of soft lighting in the form of reflected light."

The 110-square-metre space – that includes five treatment rooms, an entry hall and a waiting room – was lined with rhythmic floor-to-ceiling oak panelling. Furniture with rounded edges, a significant amount of which is bespoke to the project, was used through out the space.

The decision to use a neutral, warm-toned colour scheme and avoid any use of bright or contrasting colours was taken in order to avoid aggravating migraine symptoms through visual overstimulation.

Migraine sufferers can also be highly sensitive to noise – the site benefits from being in a relatively quiet neighbourhood, and acoustic ceiling panels installed throughout help to mitigate any additional loud noises. Upholstered chairs, plants, wood panelling and blinds further help to dampen sound.

"[MIGRE is] a soothing, patient-friendly space, devoid of stimuli that exacerbate malaise during attacks of migraine pain," said the studio. "It was the needs of patients, not fashionable trends, that had a decisive influence on the final design of this space."

Despite being worlds apart from conventional medical spaces with stark white walls and bright overhead strip lights, the interior still needed to be up to code with hygienic standards.

Specifying PVC carpet tiles for the flooring, easy to clean hard surfaces and removable and washable upholstery ensure that the space can be kept sterile and sanitary.

"The interior design will not take away [the patient's] illness, but I hope it will make them feel maybe better and for sure calmer," Hanczar told Dezeen.

Other medical treatment centre's featured on Dezeen include a cancer care facility in Belgiuminterior by Archekta and Ark-shelter and a wellness centre in New York City by Remedy Places.

The photography is courtesy of Zasoby Studio.

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A faux industrial kitchen and yellow camping furniture feature in this store in Berlin by Crosby Studios for jewellery brand Avgvst.

The studio put the space together from scratch using repurposed furniture and fittings including office blinds, camping chairs and kitchen equipment.

The space is situated on the ground floor of a 19th-century building and retains a conventional glazed shop front. In contrast, the interior aims to distance itself from traditional jewellery stores.

"The main idea was to create a new sense of retail in a non-traditional commercial way," Anastasiia Pestrikova, project manager at Crosby Studios, told Dezeen.

The store draws on the concept of a dark kitchen, a fast food outlet that provides food for deliveries and takeaways but doesn't have a dedicated area for in-house dining.

"We purchased all the steel appliances and shelving from the kitchen supply store in Berlin," Pestrikova said. "We needed sturdy stainless shelves with sliding drawers, which is why we decided to repurpose restaurant equipment."

The interior scheme is unified by its use of yellow paint, which is Avgvst's signature brand colour.

Yellow details at the front of the store include a kitchen sink, a rinsing tap with a coiled arm and numerous small display stands for jewellery.

The back of the space features yellow storage cabinets, curtains and foldable furniture, as well as yellow and green flowers and plants that soften the space's industrial feel.

"Yellow is associated with gold, which is reflected in Avgvst's jewellery," the studio said.

Aside from the dominant use of yellow, other features include the space's original exposed brick walls and wooden door lintels that have been lined with slats from repurposed office blinds.

Foldable camping tables, chairs and stools are set up as permanent furniture to add to the interior's playful atmosphere.

Jewellery has been laid out on top of stainless steel equipment in the spots once dedicated to food preparation, replacing ingredients and dishes with high-end jewellery.

To celebrate the store's opening, Avgvst designed a range of pieces that mimic the shape of knives, forks and spoons.

As well as a jewellery shop, the space houses a tattoo studio and a garden area.

"The tattoo studio works as a pop-up space for the artists, whose style and aesthetics we like," the studio said.

"They make their own tattoos, as well as the flash sets inspired by the designs of our jewellery. The garden will host yoga classes, meditation sessions and pop-up dinners."

Other retail design projects published on Dezeen include a clothing boutique in Shanghai that incorporates oversized buttons and an Aesop store in London piled high with sage green books.

The photography is courtesy of Crosby Studios.

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Dezeen Showroom: this roundup presents red, blue and yellow furniture, lighting and products designed to energise interiors with splashes of vivid colours.

The primary colours in design are red, blue and yellow. The most commonly used shades when talking about primary colours are solid, bright versions of these, rather than pastel, darker or other muted variations.

The colours are a popular choice when designing children's toys, making the colours innately synonymous with playfulness and energy.

The selection below includes seating, lights, tables and rugs that come in one or more of the above colours, which add bold statements to interiors.

These pieces include a flat-pack red chair by Italian brand One to One, a blue lamp based on the shape of pasta by US design studio Jumbo for French brand Petite Friture and a yellow rug that is designed to look like a net full of lemons by Australian brand Derlot.

Read on to see our selection of blue, yellow and red furniture, accessories and lighting listed on Dezeen Showroom:

Soda coffee table by Yiannis Ghikas for Miniforms

Murano glass is the only material present in this rounded table created by Greek designer Yiannis Ghikas for Italian furniture brand Miniforms.

The Soda coffee table is available in two shapes and heights and four colours of glass, including a denim-hued blue that is animated by the light that passes through it.

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Fender chairs by Francesco Favaretto for True Design

Italian designer Francesco Favaretto worked with True Design to add three upright chairs to extend the existing Fender range, which contains sofas and loveseats.

Fender chairs include a swivel base to encourage dialogue and movement, which is topped by a foam-covered seat that can be upholstered in a range of colours, including bright fire-engine red.

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Nod lamp by Tiptoe

French furniture brand Tiptoe has designed a table lamp that has an adjustable tilting head as well as two base options – a conventional stand or a clip-on fixture.

The Nod lamp comes in a spectrum of colours, including recently added primary shades called Majorelle Blue and Naples Yellow.

Find out more about Nod ›

Blue Neotenic lamp by Jumbo for Petite Friture

French design brand Petite Friture has released a new hue for its distinctive Neotenic table lamp designed by US-based studio Jumbo.

The Blue Neotenic lamp retains the original's hand-blown orb-like shade and inflated, coiling shape rendered in a saturated blue colour.

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OTO chair by Alessandro Stabile and Martinelli Venezia for One to One

Sustainable Italian furniture brand One to One collaborated with designers Alessandro Stabile and Martinelli Venezia on a chair made from recycled plastic that is assembled by the user.

The flat-pack OTO chair aims to limit its impact on the environment from the manufacturing stage through to delivery and comes in six hues including Coral, a red-orange shade.

Find out more about OTO ›

Citrus outdoor rugs by Jorge Garaje for Gan

Design company Gan, together with Spanish designer Jorge Garaje, created a rug collection called Citrus that mimics the shape of various fruits bagged up in netting.

The range includes rugs that feature oranges and limes as well as zesty yellow lemons overlaid with a matching yellow pattern reminiscent of a mesh bag.

Find out more about Citrus ›

Twill chair by Gibson Karlo for Designbythem

A chair that takes cues from the appearance of plasticine is the latest design by Australian studio Gibson Karlo for Designbythem.

The Twill chair comes in vivid Ultra Blue among other finishes, which enhances its playfully rounded frame mimicking the appearance of clay that has just been removed from its packet.

Find out more about Twill ›

Zero Lighting expands Compose collection with four lights by Jens Fager

Designer Jens Fager has extended lighting brand Zero Lighting's Compose range with the addition of a standing, desk and wall lamp.

Lights in the Compose collection come in black and white as well as both yellow and red, all sharing a minimally designed conical metal shade.

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Mass table by Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Furniture brand Derlot collaborated with Australian designer Alexander Lotersztain to elevate the design of a typical picnic bench.

The Mass table can be specified for both indoor and outdoor use, and is made from powder-coated steel and aluminium that comes in a sunny yellow finish.

Find out more about Mass ›

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From mattresses on concrete bases to beds encased within timber surrounds, this lookbook rounds up ten single, double and day beds that have been built into interiors.

Some designers choose to integrate beds into the building's wider structure to create cohesion throughout interiors, eliminating the need to add matching furniture.

Built-in beds are often seen in buildings situated in warmer climates, such as Central America and the Mediterranean, where stone or concrete is used to keep spaces cool and to create bespoke, unmovable furniture.

Incorporated beds are also a popular choice when designing wooden cabins, due to their space-saving nature and the way they lend themselves to creating a cosy atmosphere.

This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring lime plaster walls, red interior schemes and interiors informed by retro design.

Wooden Cave, Greece, by Tenon Architecture

A double and a single bed were sunk into this striking cave-like hotel suite in Greece designed by Tenon Architecture, which is made from over 1,000 pieces of spruce wood.

The tiered wooden stricture has a smooth, biomorphic appearance that recalls the grotto dwellings used by early humans.

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Casa Alférez, Mexico, by Ludwig Godefroy

Two stark bedrooms are found in architect Ludwig Godefroy's brutalism-informed home, situated in a pine forest in Mexico.

Concrete was used for the walls, ceilings, floors, storage and furniture of the house – the harshness of which is offset in the plush day bed in its office area.

Find out more about Casa Alférez ›

Cabin Anna, The Netherlands, by Caspar Schols

A double bed – including headboard and bedding – was integrated into the floor of this modular cabin created by architectural designer Caspar Schols.

The structure and some of the furniture within it are flat-packed, allowing the space to be reconfigured depending on the needs of the user.

Find out more about Cabin Anna ›

Villa Petrico, Mexico, by CO-LAB Design Office

A glazed arch-shaped door dictates the shape of the rest of this tunnel-like bedroom in a concrete holiday home in Tulum.

Platforms are present throughout the bedroom, one of which acts as a broad base for an understated mattress bed.

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Swedish forest retreat, Sweden, by Norm Architects

A sunken day bed takes advantage of the dramatic views of a pine forest in this cabin by Norm Architects.

Linen upholstery and pillows compliment the natural wood texture of the bed's base and the rest of the floor – a combination that extends throughout the rest of the interior.

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Cometa House, Mexico, by Mauricio Rocha and Gabriela Carrillo

A rustic wall made up of irregularly shaped stones provides the backdrop for the pared-back built-in bed in this coastal home in Oaxaca.

A jute mat separates the mattress from its wide stone base, which has built-in steps separating it from the rest of the space.

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4/Way House, USA, by Deegan-Day Design & Architecture

A birch plywood platform bed blends into the interior of a house in California by Deegan-Day Design & Architecture.

The bed is surrounded by integrated panelling with a shelf for books and has an angular footprint to accommodate a built-in bedside table.

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Chestnut House, Portugal, by João Mendes Ribeiro

A double bed saves space in this small-scale rural cabin by sitting flush with the surrounding structure that makes up the floor.

The mezzanine bed is flanked by a bedside table area on one side and a ladder platform on the other that allows access to the level above.

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NCaved house, Greece, by Mold Architects

Pale bedsheets blend in with light-coloured cast concrete platform and steps in this split-level bedroom.

The built-in bed allows for other design features to take centre stage in the double-height space, including the stone wall, lancet windows and exposed structural beam.

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Cabin Above the Town, Czech Republic, by Byró Architekti

A curtain separates a sleeping nook from the rest of this hilltop cabin's open-plan interior.

A single plywood volume snakes around the edge of the space and provides storage, seating and a bathroom as well as a built-in bed, with a further guest bed atop the structure accessible by a ladder.

Find out more about Cabin Above the Town ›

This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring lime plaster walls, red interior schemes and interiors informed by retro design.

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Dezeen Showroom: from sleek office chairs to characterful wooden stools, we've spotlighted six furniture pieces by designers and craftspeople in the US.

This selection includes various forms of seating such as sofas, stools and task chairs.

These items have been created and distributed by design brands based throughout North America, including in New York, Chicago, Michigan, Texas and North Carolina – continuing the country's active furniture manufacturing heritage.

Read on to see our picks for products designed in the US that feature on Dezeen Showroom.

Arc stool by Juntos

New York-based design studio Juntos has created a stool with a sculptural base.

The Arc stool is crafted by artisans in Maine using locally-sourced maple. It comes in three earthy colours – dark blue Tide, deep purple Tinto and hazy green Lichen.

Find out more about Arc ›

Summa x Maribo executive chair by Humanscale

Workplace furniture brand Humanscale, which is headquartered in New York, has created an office chair that combines leather, timber and chrome.

The Summa x Maribo executive chair comes in a range of leather finishes and back options, all of which share a streamlined composition that conceals its ergonomic functionalities.

Find out more about Summa x Maribo executive chair ›

Mt Curve Big chair by BNF Studio

BNF Studio drew on both the maximalism of 80s design as well as the Memphis design movement for its first seating collection, designed in Chicago.

Mt Curve Big chair has tubular elements made from a combination of timber and tactile upholstery materials including mohair velvet.

Find out more about Mt Curve Big ›

Zeph Chair by Herman Miller with Studio 7.5

Office furniture brand Herman Miller worked with design group Studio 7.5 on an office chair that has a plethora of customisation options.

The Zeph Chair is designed to be used in both workplace and home office environments and can provide physical support for all body types, according to the brand.

Find out more about Zeph Chair ›

Raquette seating collection by Cristina Celestino for Billiani and StyleNations

Designer Cristina Celestino has created a range of seating informed by tennis rackets for Italian brand Billiani, which is available in the US thanks to Texas-based distributor StyleNations.

The Raquette seating collection is defined by its side panels that are made up of latticed wooden strips. Each piece is available in a range of finishes.

Find out more about Raquette ›

Bao Collection poufs by Alda Ly Architecture for HBF

Interior design studio Alda Ly Architecture, which is situated in New York City, collaborated with North Carolina-based furniture brand HBF on a series of stools with playfully rounded components.

The Bao Collection contains stools with high and low backs as well as semicircular seats, all of which can be upholstered in a selection of fabrics.

Find out more about Bao Collection ›

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Designer Yihan Dong has developed Viwipe, a prototype HPV home-testing kit that uses menstrual blood collected in the privacy of the user's own home.

The Viwipe all-in-one kit, which Dong developed with bioengineering researcher and doctor Kenny Malpartida Cardenas, would let users collect and send off menstrual blood samples for lab testing as an alternative to conventional cervical screenings.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that is transmitted during sexual contact and has no obvious symptoms once contracted, but can lead to cervical cancer if it goes undetected and untreated.

Despite this risk, in-person screenings are often seen to be invasive and daunting and are subsequently avoided out of fear or embarrassment.

Viwipe enables people to instead collect samples for testing themselves, which Dong hopes could lead to more frequent testing and eventually lower the rate of serious illness.

Viwipe kits contain the paper-based test itself, a pipette, an instructional sheet, secure packaging and a return envelope. Clear instructions are also printed onto the surface of the paper test.

"The design balances medical rigour and friendliness," Dong told Dezeen. "The monochrome colours for the kits and products keeps manufacturing costs down – the test kit costs under five pounds to make."

"Black ink was chosen for the test paper – the more colourful inks we have, the harder it is to do comparison experiments, which may cause incorrect results."

The test consists of three sheets of thin paper. The first sheet has a waterproof backing layer made from body-safe materials, as well as four three-millimetre-sized cut-out holes.

The middle layer contains filter paper that retains menstrual blood, and the bottom layer is printed with a hand placement guide. Users hold this part of the kit and use it to wipe off their menstrual blood.

Once samples are collected, the kit is contained within reinforced triple-layer packaging and could then be sent via post to the laboratory.

Lab staff would then extract the samples and test for high-risk HPV types linked to cervical cancer. Once processed, users could expect to receive their results in under 30 minutes, according to Dong.

"Viwipe revolutionises cervical screening by integrating menstrual blood with paper-based technology, offering novel, low-cost, and accurate HPV test kits," said Dong.

"[The kit's] human-centred approach transfers paper-based blood collection (Dried Blood Spot, DBS) into the form of toilet paper to reduce costs and simplify the user experience."

Menstrual blood is an underutilised bodily fluid for indicating the presence of HPV, according to the designer, who designed the testing kit while studying for her master's degree in Innovation Design Engineering at the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London.

"While urine and faeces are used for biomarker analysis, menstrual blood remains unexplored," explained Dong.

"[Viwipe] aims to explore the medical potential of menstrual blood and transform paper technology into a user-friendly format – as easy to use as toilet paper."

"Viwipe prioritises biological safety and sees the potential for self-testing to detect other diseases," Dong said. "Community engagement design breaks social taboos and ensures accessibility for all."

Initial lab-based trials during the development process were well received by participants, and Dong hopes that the tests can be rolled out for use by the wider public in the near future.

"Our goal is to eliminate cervical cancer, save lives, and improve screening accessibility," Dong concluded.

Other medical testing kits published on Dezeen include a test that uses urine to detect breast cancer by Spanish engineer Judit Giró Benet and a biodegradable and recyclable Covid-19 test by Design agency Morrama.

The photography is courtesy of Yihan Dong.

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