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

The 3daysofdesign festival took place in Copenhagen from 10 to 12 June 2026. Find out in this review what topics the exhibitors are focusing on at Denmark's annual design festival and how the nonprofit organisation presents itself.

With “ray executive,” Brunner is expanding the “ray collection” to include a series of conference chairs designed for sophisticated work and meeting environments. The design by jehs+laub combines clean lines, high-quality materials, and precision craftsmanship to create a harmonious solution.

Through its spin-off, Nflection, and the jifto platform, Henning Larsen Architects A/S has translated over a decade of research into a digital tool for the design industry. The system enables real-time environmental analysis and aims to provide a firmer basis for climate-resilient designs from the outset of a project.

loopamid® is a polyamide 6 produced entirely from textile waste, enabling the production of high-quality fibres without any loss of quality. The material is therefore becoming a key component for brands seeking to embed circular practices into their production processes. 

The collectible design brand Matera Collective, founded by Manuela Rotta and Stefan Scholten, brings together international perspectives to create a collection of limited-edition marble objects that celebrate the material, craftsmanship, and individual expression.

By balancing documentary precision with artistic interpretation, photographer Hans Georg Esch offers a fresh perspective on architecture. In this interview, you’ll discover why he believes that capturing images from unconventional angles is so important, and how he manages to see familiar places – from Cologne to Pompeii – in a new light through the lens of his camera.

Under the title "Friends of Zürich", Zürich Tourism and Stylepark, in cooperation with COR Berlin, recently invited leading personalities from architecture, design, art and culture, as well as the legal and financial sectors, to a modern salon evening in Frankfurt am Main.

At the Museum of Architectural Drawing in Berlin, the exhibition "Kengo Kuma – The Flow of Lines through the Lens of Erieta Attali", on display from June 13 to September 13, 2026, presents an interplay of drawing and photography that allows visitors to experience architecture as a process-oriented practice.

Stylepark is raffling off the AXOR Starck 90-mm single-lever basin mixer with a handle and drain set in the Pantone Vanilla 7401 C finish/color.

With “Koala Outdoor,” the design studio Zaven has adapted its “Koala” seating for outdoor use for S•CAB, combining its clean lines with exceptional comfort for patios, bars, and urban spaces.

Kinnarps has redesigned and furnished the public spaces at the Best Western Plus Hotel Plaza in Västerås. The striking architecture of the “Skrapan” has been thoughtfully highlighted through the use of high-quality materials, deliberate contrasts, and a high level of comfort.

The Architektur Galerie Berlin is currently hosting a transformation-themed exhibition focusing on the work of Copenhagen-based architectural firm Cobe. The exhibition illustrates the multifaceted process of conceptualisation, construction and evolution of the firm’s practice through seventeen projects.

With "La Caverne du Pont Neuf," the artist JR has created a striking installation in the heart of Paris. Blending history, materials and perception, the installation offers a spatial experience that invites us to see this familiar place in a new light.

In Hellerup, near Copenhagen, a historic cinema has been transformed into a boutique hotel. The dark elegance of the interior design is perfectly complemented by the bathrooms, which feature AXOR fixtures. The combination of functional clarity and exclusive finishes creates an exceptional atmosphere for guests.

The retrospective “Pauline Deltour, une apparente simplicité” at MADD Bordeaux traces the designer’s work as a consistent exploration of materials, production, and form – curated by a group of creative individuals who were personally connected to her.

Michel Roset embodies a corporate culture based on intuition and long-term collaboration. As the driving force behind Ligne Roset, he has always championed young creatives – including Patrick Jouin. A conversation about trust, intuition and the fragility of good ideas. 

In her work, the artist Sinta Werner fragments architecture, explores the space between reality and representation, and creates new interpretations of spatiality. In this interview, she explains how she challenges our visual habits.

The ‘Fibra’ outdoor furniture collection is the first that AMDL CIRCLE has created for Pedrali following the successful architectural collaboration for the Pedrali Pavilion. Emanuele Novembre, Andrea Borgogni and Alberto Nason from the studio give us an insight into the development process.

Working closely with Holzrausch as the main contractor, the architectural studio Gonzalez Haase AAS has designed an office space for Earlybird Munich that combines the building's historic character, precise lighting and a design that consistently highlights materials to create a spatial experience with many layers.

With “Matter,” Ege Carpets and Snøhetta present a woven collection that brings together digital processes, textile materiality, and spatial impact. Rather than patterns, the surface is defined by texture, variation, and depth.

Janet Echelman transforms public spaces with site-specific net sculptures that appear like polar lights. She will be creating a work in Frankfurt am Main for the WDC 2026. In this interview, she explains her creative process to us.

As the leading trade fair for kitchen design, EuroCucina is, as ever, pulling out all the stops – yet behind the spectacular installations, a clear shift is emerging: kitchens are becoming brighter, more serene and more organic. A quiet transformation in turbulent times.

The Salone del Mobile and Milan Design Week 2026 kept us busy last week. What themes are the exhibitors focusing on, and what developments are emerging?

The countdown is on: the Salone del Mobile and Milan Design Week will take place from 21 to 26 April 2026. There will be a host of exhibitions, talks and events both at the fairgrounds and throughout the city. We’ve created a personal selection for you. Enjoy discovering!