Editorial

The early adopters of the 2025 Design Direction, STILL LIFE. Applications in Furniture, Kitchens, Wallpapers, Textiles and Retail.

Inexpensive, ubiquitous, humble, paper has also always been quietly radical.

Sebastian Herkner’s designs walk a considered line between craftmanship and technical innovation.

Bright ideas from exciting new names at the Royal College of Arts, Konstfack, UMEA Institute of Design, Central Saint Martins, Royal Danish Academy and Glasgow School of Art.

A curated selection of work at Milan Design Week 2024 from designers and studios established in the past five years.

Gucci’s determination to launch Rosso Ancora as a signature colour for the brand is an object lesson in the importance of making the perfect choice.

Colour theory and perception are ubiquitous in art and design. Yet the way they are taught is far from standardised and scientists and specialists are increasingly questioning traditional theories.

Starting as a joyful resistance to the staid colours of post-war Europe, Marimekko has continued to stay relevant by embracing both heritage and innovation.

Ideas around health, family, memory, the environment and physical making were all explored at this year’s New Designers.