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Q&A | Italian family-run furniture designer Minotti's growth to a global brand
Founded in 1948 by Alberto Minotti as a small artisan workshop in Brianza, Italy, Minotti has grown into a global name in contemporary furniture design, now reaching 80 countries through over 60 flagship stores and over 300 dealers. The legacy…
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The 7 Top Sensory Design Trends for Smarter, Happier Homes in 2026
Increasingly, home design is going beyond aesthetics toward spaces that actively engage the senses—creating environments that feel as good as, or better than, they look. This concept is called sensory design. “Sensory design is…
Mystery AI lab that poached iPhone Air designer revealed
Two months after reporting that the industrial designer who introduced the iPhone Air at Apple's September event had left for an unnamed AI company, Bloomberg has now shared details on where he went. According to Bloomberg, industrial designer…
Davina McCall's unique wedding ring design after marrying Michael Douglas
Davina McCall has opened up on her wedding day and explained the reason behind her ring. The band includes a prosthetic version of her husband Michael Douglas' eyeball. The judge on The Masked Singer and the hairdresser tied the knot last month.
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Is the Kitchen Work Triangle Still Relevant? Here's What Designers Say
The kitchen work triangle is a design concept you're likely familiar with—if not by name, by experience. This principle explains the connection between the sink, range, and refrigerator. Each of these three main areas forms a point of a…
The 8 Biggest Dining Room Trends for 2026, According to Designers
Whether you're a devout minimalist or maximalist, your dining room design should be a true reflection of your personal style and invite conversation. There's so much to consider to get the space just right: chic paint colors, furniture, lighting…
AYANEO AM03 Is Designed to Display on Your Desk, Not Hide
Most mini-PCs are treated like necessary clutter, small black rectangles taped to the back of a monitor or shoved behind a stack of books. That makes sense if you only care about ports and benchmarks, but it feels at odds with the attention people…
From PFAS to perfection: The story behind regional NT town's 'designer' water
Tap water from the Northern Territory town of Katherine has been named Australia's best drop. The supply includes a 'designer' mix of river water from the world-famous Nitmiluk National Park and mineral-rich groundwater from an underground aquifer.
The Journey of Gucci: Unpacking Its Fashion Evolution and Enduring Designer Brand Identity
Gucci has long been a benchmark in the world of high fashion, representing a unique blend of heritage, innovation, and luxury. From its origins as a small Florentine luggage workshop to its status as a global cultural icon, Gucci's journey provides…
Wallpaper* Design Awards: this Balenciaga cassette player is a heartwarmer
In fashion, 2025 was undoubtedly the year of the debut: over the course of the year, more than 15 designers showed their first collections for the industry's major houses – including Jonathan Anderson at Dior and Matthieu Blazy at Chanel…
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The 6 Most Popular Kitchen Cabinet Paint Colors for 2026, According to Designers
Looking to update your kitchen cabinets this year, but stumped on a paint color? We spoke to several designers and experts to gauge what will be trending in 2026, and almost all of them mentioned warm neutrals or a shade of green. 'Like 2025…
Realme 16 Pro+ Review: A camera, design, and battery upgrade
Realme welcomed the year 2026 with the launch of its 16 Pro series. Earlier, I reviewed the Pro variant of the lineup, and today is the Plus variant. With a starting price of ₹39,999, the Realme 16 Pro+ sits roughly ₹8,000 above the…
Wallpaper* Design Awards: Meet Best Social Hub, Club Bâtard
In a city teeming with members' clubs, how does one stand out? For Mike Wu and Randy See, the duo behind Hong Kong wine distributor and retailer The Fine Wine Experience, the answer was simply to listen to their community. It was the success of…
After Years of HGTV Renovations, Joanna Gaines Says This Design Mistake Is the 1 Thing To Avoid
If there is one thing you'll hear from every HGTV celebrity designer you adore, it's that your home must have personality. At the end of the day, your home is a reflection of you. Whether it's through the design elements you choose or the…
People are calling Nintendo lazy for its new Joy-Con colour designs
The Nintendo Switch 2 is getting some brand new Joy-Con colour variants for the first time since launch, but fans are really not happy. The newly introduced Joy-Con colours for the Nintendo Switch 2 console are 'Light Purple' and Light Green', but…
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