Design Industry News
A collection of Design latest news, analysis and best practices from top business influencers and the world's most trustworthy sources.
Industrial Designer Alberto Essesi's Pen for Precision Sketching
This beautiful Exclamation Pen is by industrial designer Alberto Essesi. Both the pen and the rest are made of aluminum with a satin finish. With the pieces paired, it's easy to see where the name came from. The point is severely tapered, with…
Having 'good taste' won't save designers
“Taste will be the key differentiator.” “Taste is what AI can't replace.” “Taste is our competitive advantage.” Have you heard these as many times as I have over the last year? Subscribe to the Design…
Premium materials and striking design set Googlebook apart
We're bringing back the Glowbar, which dances when you boot up, sweeps to show battery level, and supports other playful patterns. We're also opening Glowbar access to developers to build custom, interactive animations. We teamed up with Intel…
Designer Anand Kabra on his journey, latest collection, and designing for Aditi Rao Hydari: 'Her connection to Deccan…'
Read the edited excerpts below: Anand Kabra: It has been quite a journey. Twenty years is a long time, and both the industry and I have changed a lot. There have been highs and lows, periods of being very active and periods of stepping back. But…
Golden Gate Canyon State Park designated as Colorado's first Urban Night Sky Place
DarkSky International has recognized Colorado's Golden Gate Canyon State Park as the state's first designated Urban Night Sky Place. Urban Night Sky Places are located near urban areas and aim to reduce light pollution while protecting wildlife and…
Romanian Top Party Unlikely to Back Premier Designate Muresan
Romania's Social Democratic party announced that it won't support Siegfried Muresan, the president's latest choice for premier, limiting his chances of winning a confidence vote for his proposed cabinet in coming days. “We cannot vote a new…
Apple CEO John Ternus Talks iPhone Duo Design, Siri AI, and Becoming CEO
Apple CEO John Ternus did an interview with Canal+ talk show Clique following Apple's September event. He discussed the iPhone Duo 's design, difficulties Apple ran into when developing it, his plans for Apple, and more. On the design of the…
How to Decorate Your Table for Fall Like a Designer
Say goodbye to those warm and bright summer soirees, and welcome in cozy and colorful fall fetes. We've officially entered the season of changing leaves and earlier nights, and for the person who loves to entertain, you could probably benefit from…
I thought I was hopeless at interior design. Picking a paint color for my daughter's room gave me the creative spark I needed.
When I was expecting my first baby, I spent untold hours trying to decorate her nursery. Every time I sat down at the computer to pick out furniture and decor, I'd start strong: I'd find a crib I liked, then try to match it to a wallpaper that…
New all-glass iPhone 20 Pro rumor reveals another design change
Apple's major 20th-anniversary iPhone refresh is in the works for next year. A new rumor today reiterates expectations that the iPhone 20 Pro and iPhone 20 Pro Max will have even bigger screens than the current models. The rumor comes from Weibo…
How Designer Radiators Became a Feature Rather Than a Fixture
Once upon a time, radiators were purely functional objects, often hidden behind ornate grilles or tucked under window ledges. However, the evolution of designer radiators has transformed these simple home heating devices into aesthetic focal…
Final design chosen for iconic Nullarbor photo stop
An iconic photo spot along the Nullarbor is getting a makeover. The Western Australia–South Australia border sign has stood tall for three decades, but it is now set to be replaced. A public vote between two designs across 14 social media…
Designers Agree This Is the 'It' Light Fixture of 2026, and It Signals a Surprising Shift
Pictured above: A dining area designed by JDP Interiors, featuring the Pinch Anders Light. It's always difficult to predict which pieces will define a particular year or era until they suddenly seem to be everywhere. When it comes to lighting…
The economics of the open source design shift - TechNewsDaily - Technology News & Reviews
Penpot reached 250,000 users this month and secured $12 million in funding to drive adoption. While Figma remains the industry default, Penpot signups grew 5,600% following news of Adobe's $20 billion acquisition attempt. I find the pricing models…
Funeral mask: A 2,000-year-old gold face covering designed to confuse the deceased's spirit
What it is: A gold mask with a humanlike face Where it is from: Java, Indonesia When it was made: Between 500 B.C. and A.D. 200 This gold mask was made on the Indonesian island of Java around two millennia ago and was likely used to cover the face…
Receive a Daily briefing on Design Industry News
Get Started