Like small poltergeists Wanton act or successful appropriation? For the Salone del Mobile designer Mike Meiré gave the "60" stool, a classic by Alvar Aalto, a colorful, coat of paint applied by hand. Jörg Zimmermann spoke to him about the concept.

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On the death of Ferdinand Alexander Porsche Chief designer, founder of the Porsche Design Studio as well as Chairman of the Supervisory Board – these are just some of the outstanding stages in the life of Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, who died in Salzburg on April 5.

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I am happy when they are happy Marva Griffin is one of those dazzling figures on the international design scene. Venezuelan by birth, she used her curatorial skills to make Salone Satellite one of the most important platforms for up-and-coming designers from the outset. Some may think that she is thinking about retirement but for a long time now she has been turning her thoughts to South America. An interview by Robert Volhard and Jörg Zimmermann.

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2 questions to Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec also presented new furniture in Milan. For the "Osso" series for Mattiazzi they focused on the potential wood offers as a material. The entire collection on offer by the company, which specializes in processing wood, is on show at Hall 20, booth F06.

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2 questions to Nitzan Cohen Among other things, in Milan Mattiazzi presented a chair designed by Nitzan Cohen along with a matching coffeehouse table. The entire collection on offer by the company, which specializes in processing wood, is on show at Hall 20, booth F06.

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2 questions to Konstantin Grcic It was hardly surprising that there were new Konstantin Grcic furniture designs on view in Milan. Yet "Medici", created for Mattiazzi, is nevertheless surprsing. The entire collection on offer by the company, which specializes in processing wood, is on show at Hall 20, booth F06.

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2 questions to Sebastian Herkner The German Classicon label is presenting an extraordinary collection of tables designed by Sebastian Herkner. The various versions are on show in Hall 20, booth D 07.

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2 questions to Simon Pengelly Renowned Italian luminaire maker Foscarini is exhibiting a wall light designed by Simon Pengelly in Milan – and called "Innerlight". It is, together with other highlights from the collection, on view in Superstudio Più at Zona Tortona.

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2 questions to Philipp Mainzer German label e15 heads for Milan with a re-edition of furniture by Frankfurt architect Ferdinand Kramer. The collection consists of eight items and will be on display in a showroom in Zona Tortona.

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Light from a diode The lighting industry is undergoing massive change. Light digitalization is the all-defining issue. Thanks to improved LED technology, light planners can rely on new design potential when considering aspects such as energy efficiency, color rendition, light control and eliminating dazzle.

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Selected exhibitors at Light+Building 2012 Light+Building is a biennial event held in Frankfurt/Main. From our list of selected exhibitors you can see which manufacturers will be presenting their newest products there this year.

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Selected exhibitors at Salone Internazionale del Mobile 2012 This year the Salone in Milan will be held from April 17 through 22. However, Euro Cucina and numerous events throughout the city are well worth a visit. A list of selected exhibitors shows you which manufacturers are to be found where

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In search of better light For Tobias Grau there is not much separating design and technological development. He is driven not so much by a search for new forms as a search for better light. An interview with Jörg Zimmermann.

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Matter of honor Founded in 1954, the Compasso d' Oro is the oldest and most renowned design prize the world over – although it exclusively promoted design Made in Italy.

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Pizzas, personalities, prototypes Milan in turmoil: for one week the Salone Internazionale del Mobile dominates life in this Italian design metropolis. Lines form in front of subways, taxi stands and restaurants, curious faces push their way through the halls of the fair and the showrooms. Stylepark presents an overview of the most important events.

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Energy, buildings, grids and light Light+Building, which takes place in Frankfurt from April 15 through 20 this year, will more than ever before present itself as a trade fair that combines different sectors under one roof, showcasing luminaires for the home and commercial buildings along with intelligent systems for building automation and energy generation.

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Spring-time delicacies in the furniture world It's that time of year again: From April 17 through 20, the entire design world will gather in Milan for the Salone del Mobile.

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