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Vehicle Systems, Interfaces, Structure & Environmental Design
Spaceflight vehicles designed for human habitability must follow design considerations that accommodate the daily functions of the astronauts living onboard, including dining, sleep, hygiene and waste management, and other activities to ensure an…
Avoid these 2 design trends in 2026 to keep your home looking 'timeless
An interior designer has urged people to stay away from two currently popular home design trends as they claim they will age your home much faster. If you've just moved to a new property or you're giving your current one a makeover for the new…
Escape to destinations designed for wellbeing
From thermal spas and rainforest retreats to wine-led wellbeing and coastal calm, these standout stays place restoration at the heart of the getaway. Along the tranquil coastline of Bel Ombre, Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort is a…
Northwich disabled commuters 'excluded by design' at station - BBC News
The lack of step-free access to a station platform is 'incredibly frustrating', the leader of a disability group has said, as an MP has renewed calls for it to be made accessible. One platform of Northwich Station in Cheshire can only be accessed…
Coin designs 2026: London Zoo and Queen Elizabeth II celebrated by Royal Mint
The Royal Mint has revealed some of the milestone anniversaries that are being celebrated in five new UK coin designs for 2026, including 200 years of the Zoological Society London (ZSL) and 100 years since the birth of Queen Elizabeth II. Two new…
Duolingo Used iPhone's Dynamic Island to Display Ads, Violating Apple Design Guidelines
Language learning app Duolingo has apparently been using the iPhone 's Live Activity feature to display ads on the Lock Screen and the Dynamic Island, which violates Apple's design guidelines. According to multiple reports on Reddit, the Duolingo…
Queen Elizabeth II and British Grand Prix celebrated in 2026 coin designs
News from The City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. The Royal Mint has revealed some of the milestone…
The Items Designers Always Buy at Costco
Costco isn't just great for stocking up on paper towels and grabbing a rotisserie chicken. There are plenty of design gems you'll find at the big-box store. We tapped the pros to learn about designers' favorite Costco items. These underrated home…
6 best January nail trends, ideas and designs for a clean, fresh start to 2026
January is the universal reset button – nail very much included. You may still be clinging to festive chaos like it's December 28th (translation: your nail tech was fully booked before NYE), but the full 360 cleanse is not only coming, it's…
Queen Elizabeth II and British Grand Prix celebrated in 2026 coin designs
The Royal Mint has revealed some of the milestone anniversaries that are being celebrated in five new UK coin designs for 2026, including 200 years of the Zoological Society London (ZSL) and 100 years since the birth of Queen Elizabeth II. Two new…
AI chip designer Biren's shares surge 76% on debut in Hong Kong
Shares of Shanghai Biren Technology Co. jumped almost 76% in their trading debut on Friday, marking the best first-day performance since early 2021 among Hong Kong listings that raised at least $700 million. The artificial intelligence chip…
Renowned D&D 5th edition designer gets key position at Wizards
Wizards of the Coast has hired longtime Dungeons & Dragons writer James Haeck as a senior game designer, bringing one of 5th edition's most prolific contributors fully in-house as the D&D team continues to evolve. Haeck announced the news on a Dec.
Design's next chapter: 2026 forecast
A new year is more of a mosaic versus a stark, clean slate, each piece shaped by what came before. From layered maximalism to nuanced minimalism, material-forward thinking to quieter takes on luxury, 2026 ushers in an evolution that confirms…
AI Chip Designer Biren to Debut After $717 Million Hong Kong IPO
Shares of Shanghai Biren Technology Co., an artificial intelligence chip designer, jumped 82% in their trading debut in Hong Kong on Friday after its initial public offering raised $717 million in one of the market's hottest sectors. The stock…
2 interior design trends to avoid in 2026 so your home 'doesn't look dated'
An interior designer is urging people to stay away from two current home trends (stock image) An interior designer has warned against two currently popular home design trends, claiming they will prematurely age your home while also being expensive…
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