Saferock is currently developing a sustainable alternative to classic concrete. Known as geopolymer concrete, it is made from the industrial byproducts of mining.

At the Bomma Atelier in Prague, not only glass art connoisseurs and design lovers get their fill, also fans of cubism should not miss the Gesamtkunstwerk.

The design studio NVGTR from Munich has designed a sustainable passenger seat for buses and trains in the course of process research. The idea is now to develop this further as a chair design.

In cooperation with the Institute for Tropical Diseases at the LMU Hospital in Munich and Technische Universität Munich Smart United GmbH has developed special equipment that uses UV-C light to knock out pathogens. The product will shortly be ready for the market.

Swedish design company Bolon has always combined both tradition and the future in products that are sustainable and of a high quality. Bolon is currently repositioning itself in the German-speaking region. First stop: Berlin.

Zeitraum is presenting a new variant for many of its classic beds made of solid wood as part of the "Novelties 2022" exhibition at the Design Post Cologne from 16 to 18 January 2022: "Bold".

The Croatian furniture brand Prostoria shows a broad insight into its product range at the Design Post in Cologne, which also reflects the company's dynamic development over the past ten years.

The carpet tile collection "Imperfection" from IVC Commercial not only provides better acoustics and new design possibilities, but also convinces with a sustainable approach.

Vola has always offered a timeless and distinctive design from the minds of Arne Jacobsen and Verner Overgaard. Thanks to the company's manufacturing approach and local production, the fittings are also outstanding in terms of quality.

"Managing Design Projects ...so that Creativity Wins and Pays Off" is the title of a new publication from the Hermann Schmidt publishing house. According to the book, what is needed above all is a good structure if one is to gain time for creativity. Our review.

With her creations, designer Tanita Klein offers practicable answers to complex questions. Current example: Her modular kitchen system "POSSI", which can be flexibly adapted to rooms and living situations.

Stylepark is raffling off one "119" armchair from Thonet.

Japanese timber furniture manufacturer Karimoku translates Zaha Hadid's design language into the "Seyun" collection, which is about to be launched.

Snøhetta, Studio Plastique and ceramic tile manufacturer Fornace Brioni have launched "Common Sands - Forite", a collaborative research project dedicated to recycling glass from electrical appliances.

With its “Jazz” collection, Pedrali presents elegant and harmoniously shaped seating featuring a lightweight frame combined with a comfortable upholstery.

A bioplastic for optical technologies is currently being developed by scientists at the University of Paderborn, the Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences, and the Aachen-Maastricht Institute for Biobased Materials as part of the PLANOM project.

From the start Ligne Roset products have primarily been made by hand – something that impacts on delivery times given the current shortage of resources and skilled workers. How does the French manufacturer overcome these challenges?

What distinguishes young lighting design today? It’s the desire to experiment, sensitivity for materials and traditions – and pursuing one’s own path with conviction. Including in times of crisis.

With the true-to-the-original reconstruction of a large part of the "Casa Lana", the Triennale in Milan pays tribute to the work of the architect and designer Ettore Sottsass.

This year, sanitaryware manufacturer Alape, a subsidiary of Dornbracht, is celebrating its 125th anniversary and will henceforth be offering a 25-year guarantee on basins and washbasins in numerous countries.

With LO Guard from Lista Office LO, lockers, lock boxes and wardrobes can be flexibly combined. We spoke to Hansruedi Beerli, Portfolio Manager of Lista Office LO, about the concept behind it.

pur natur uses the regional wood of oak and Douglas fir to manufacture sustainable products for indoor and outdoor spaces that promote an appreciative approach to the gifts of nature.

The "Font" seating collection by Møbel Copenhagen is inspired by typography and can be played with in a variety of ways due to its neutral character.

Pedrali recently opened its first showroom in the United States in “Merchandise Mart”, a traditional department store in Chicago.

Berlin designer collective Matter of Course exploits the diversity of the group to foster a form of dynamic collaboration that strengthens both shared but also individual positions.

According to a statement posted by Virgil Abloh's family on the social network Instagram, the internationally renowned designer passed away after a long battle with cancer.

The "EchoBox®" from ECHOJAZZ is a flexible solution for difficult acoustic conditions in open office spaces.

In the form of “Shell”, Corian Siedentopf has designed a sculptural bowl made of solid surface material and veneer that harmoniously combines form and function.

With the invention of the wall-mounted fitting, Vola is one of the pioneers of the sanitary industry and still offers products that combine design and function in an exemplary manner.

FLOS offers its successful "Coordinates" collection by Michael Anastassiades in a new colour: Argent Moon.

High-end bathroom ceramics from Villeroy&Boch were Gesa Hansen’s choice for the renovation of Hotel Ami in Paris.

"Yoredale" by Camira is a voluminous, slightly crinkled and robust fabric that is ideal for covering upholstered furniture.

The lighting system "Kreon Kagi" by Kreon combines various accent lighting with linear lighting and convinces with its spatial flexibility.

For the 25th anniversary of the "Backenzahn", e15 founder Philipp Mainzer has created a special edition of the design classic - the "Backenzahn Black Oak".

Stefan Diez and Vibia presented the prototype of the flexible "Plusminus" lighting collection at the Salone del Mobile 2019 - now the revolutionary system is final.