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These 6 interior design trends will be everywhere in 2026
READ MORE: 12 homeware pieces that look vintage and designer from Next SHOP: M&S just dropped a new homeware collection – here are 16 pieces that are giving serious designer energy Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that…
An interior designer shares 11 things she'd never have in her own home
Mason jars have been a popular interior-design trend for years, especially among those who like rustic or farmhouse aesthetics. They can be found on Pinterest as repurposed soap dispensers, lighting fixtures, flower vases, candle holders, and so…
'It's the underground Met Gala of concrete murderzone design': welcome to the Quake Brutalist Game Jam
A lone concrete spire stands in a shallow bowl of rock, sheltering a rusted trapdoor from the elements. Standing on the trapdoor causes it to yawn open like iron jaws, dropping you through a vertical shaft into a subterranean museum. Here, dozens…
In operatic dispute, Met Opera director and designers order names stripped from 'Carmen
NEW YORK -- In a dispute of operatic proportions, the production team of Bizet's “Carmen” at the Metropolitan Opera ordered their names stripped from programs over a restaging decision, and the company intends to bring back sets of a…
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Legendary Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter Made Oscars History by Breaking This Record with Her Latest Nomination
Ruth E. Carter has made Oscars history The costume designer earned her fifth nomination on Thursday, Jan. 22, making her the most-nominated Black woman in the award ceremony's nearly 100-year history Carter won her first Oscar for Black Panther in…
What is human-centric design and why does it matter?
We have a growing problem making our institutions work for humans. Across society, and especially in business, humans are increasingly treated as resources to be squeezed rather than as individuals to be served. Employees become “human…
Cadence Design Systems Inc. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day
Shares of Cadence Design Systems Inc. CDNS rallied 2.23% to $313.84 Wednesday, on what proved to be an all-around positive trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index SPX rising 1.16% to 6,875.62 and the Dow Jones Industrial…
I'm a designer, and Saks was my biggest customer. Now it owes me six figures, and I'm fighting to keep my business viable.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Fisayo Che, the founder of women's wear brand Elisamama. It's been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider has verified Che's statements, including the amount Saks owes, with…
iF Design Award Makes Sustainability 20% of Your Score: What Designers Need to Know in 2026
Yanko Design's podcast, Design Mindset, continues to bring compelling conversations with design leaders who are shaping the future of the industry. Powered by KeyShot, the show premieres weekly, offering listeners deep dives into the minds of…
Meet The Snatch Bag -- The Latest Design From Givenchy By Sarah Burton
If there's one takeaway from Givenchy by Sarah Burton so far, it's that she's all about embracing femininity. The designer, who debuted her first ready-to-wear collection for the label in March of last year, has made it clear that when it comes to…
QuickCheck: Have the new MyKad and passport designs been leaked?
MALAYSIA IS set to introduce new designs for its passports and MyKad this year, following an announcement by the Home Minister earlier this month. Shortly after the announcement, images claiming to show the new designs began circulating on social…
10 'Outdated' Design Trends That Are Having a HUGE Comeback in 2026, According to Experts
Pictured Above: This girl's room in a home designed by Cecilia Casagrande is a master class on mixing bold patterns. Whether your passion leans toward fashion or interiors, you've likely noticed one universal truth: design trends always come full…
Wix launches 'Harmony' - a hybrid approach to vibe coding and visual design
Wix launches Harmony, merging AI with human input for production-ready websites Aria AI integrates with drag‑and‑drop tools, enabling safe refinements without breaking code Rollout begins soon in English; pricing details remain…
What You Need to Know About UI/UX Design in 2026
UI/UX is no longer about making things look good; it's about making systems understandable, ethical and humane. UX used to be treated as a layer applied after other decisions were made. Now, it shapes how systems behave, how people decide what to…
'Sinners' Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter Becomes Most-Nominated Black Woman in Oscar History
Ruth E. Carter continues to set milestones for Black women at the Oscars. The legendary artisan earned her fifth Oscar nomination for best costume design for her work in Ryan Coogler's “ Sinners.” The nomination has now made her the…
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