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bhg.com - Maria Sabella - The Kitchen Cabinet Trend Designers Say Will Dominate 2026
The Kitchen Cabinet Trend Designers Say Will Dominate 2026
Better Homes & Gardens

A sleek cabinet trend is expected to be everywhere in 2026. According to the Houzz annual predictions report, flat-panel cabinets are making a comeback. The simple cabinetry features smooth, flat panels and replaces decorative framing with…

townhall.com - Will Alexander - Endless Black Protest Is Not Progress - By Design
Endless Black Protest Is Not Progress - By Design
Townhall

When I was growing up in the ‘60s Martin Luther King, like Frederick Douglass, used the Hebrews' exodus from Egypt as a metaphor for legitimate grievances against slavery and segregation in America. Back then, progress meant that the journey…

mediabistro.com - Mediabistro Team - Labor, Behavioral Science, and Design Jobs Hiring in Media Now
Labor, Behavioral Science, and Design Jobs Hiring in Media Now
Mediabistro

Scroll through today's listings, and a pattern emerges that has nothing to do with AI tools or social media algorithms. The organizations doing the most compelling hiring right now are the ones with something real to say. A behavioral science…

realsimple.com - Wendy Rose Gould - This Bedroom Trend Feels Straight Out of the '90s-and Designers Are Loving It Again
This Bedroom Trend Feels Straight Out of the '90s-and Designers Are Loving It Again
Real Simple

Your bedroom is a refuge. A quiet place tucked away from the chaos of the world, full of your coziest bedding and softest sheets, and favorite art and rugs that tie it all together. The centerpiece, naturally, is your bed. It's historically a…

the-gadgeteer.com - Rei Padla - A Sunrise Alarm Clock Designed to Kill Your Phone Habit
A Sunrise Alarm Clock Designed to Kill Your Phone Habit
The Gadgeteer

Your phone doesn't belong on your nightstand. Hatch has been making that argument since its first Restore, and the Restore 3 at $169.99 is the sharpest execution of that philosophy yet. It's also the strongest case any Hatch alarm clock has made…

phonearena.com - Aman Kumar - Most of our readers aren't in favor of this big design change that could come in future smartphones
Most of our readers aren't in favor of this big design change that could come in future smartphones
PhoneArena

A man holding the S25 Ultra in one hand and the S24 Ultra in the other. | Image by PhoneArena In the last few years, six inches seems to have become the standard for smartphone displays. Whether it's Apple, Google, Samsung, or any other brand, most…

marthastewart.com - Angelika Pokovba - 5 Home Décor Shortcuts That Instantly Make a Room Look Tacky, Designers Say
5 Home Décor Shortcuts That Instantly Make a Room Look Tacky, Designers Say
Martha Stewart

Online DIY tutorials and décor “hacks” make it easier than ever to transform a room in a weekend. From peel-and-stick finishes to viral trend makeovers, social media is full of quick solutions that promise high-end results.

goodhousekeeping.com - Monique Valeris - Designers Say Pocket Doors Are Back
Designers Say Pocket Doors Are Back
Good Housekeeping

Retro features are coming back into style, and there's one that designers are particularly excited about: pocket doors. Designers love pocket doors not only because they make efficient use of space, but because they add a little bit of flair.

jpost.com - Elbit sees high sales for laser target designator systems
Elbit sees high sales for laser target designator systems
The Jerusalem Post

In 2025 Elbit Systems more than doubled its previous annual sales for its Laser Target Designator (LTD) systems, reflecting rising demand as militaries across the world increasingly rely on precision-guided targeting and networked battlefield…

techradar.com - Graham Barlow - I tried Sentai, the friendly UK-made AI designed for independent ageing - and it completely changed how I see the future of care
I tried Sentai, the friendly UK-made AI designed for independent ageing - and it completely changed how I see the future of care
TechRadar

AI is creeping into every corner of our lives, from phones and TVs to cars and smart speakers, but few uses feel as emotionally loaded as elder care. Sentai is a UK-made AI voice companion designed to support older adults living independently…

mensxp.com - MensXP Team - Rawbare vs Designer Sunglasses: What's Really Worth Your Money?
Rawbare vs Designer Sunglasses: What's Really Worth Your Money?
MensXP.com

Fashion Tips & Advice Updated on Feb 16, 2026, 13:26 IST0 Designer sunglasses often cost between ₹10,000 and ₹25,000. Many buyers assume the high price guarantees better quality. In reality, the cost often reflects branding…

screenrant.com - Grant Hermanns - Dek's Mom's Design & Introduction In Predator: Badlands Sequel Teased By Dan Trachtenberg
Dek's Mom's Design & Introduction In Predator: Badlands Sequel Teased By Dan Trachtenberg
Screen Rant

Even with his father dead, Dek still has some family problems to face in the Predator: Badlands sequel. Being the runt of his Yautja clan, Dek was thoroughly scrutinized by his father Njohrr, narrowly escaping an execution as his brother Kwei…

indianexpress.com - Aaditya Thackeray calls for unified urban design vision for Mumbai
Aaditya Thackeray calls for unified urban design vision for Mumbai
The Indian Express

3 min read Mumbai Make us preferred source on Google Shiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray on Sunday called for a more coherent urban design vision for Mumbai, saying the city lacks a consistent architectural identity and planned aesthetic.

comingsoon.net - Vritti Johar - Predator: Badlands 2's Design of Dek's Mom Gets Major Update
Predator: Badlands 2's Design of Dek's Mom Gets Major Update
ComingSoon.net

Dan Trachtenberg has briefly addressed how the sequel to Predator: Badlands may handle the arrival of an important new presence. The director suggested the team is still determining who Dek's mother will be before locking in how she will appear. He…

the-gadgeteer.com - Rei Padla - What A Gaming Tablet Looks Like When Kojima Productions Controls The Design
What A Gaming Tablet Looks Like When Kojima Productions Controls The Design
The Gadgeteer

Gaming laptop collaborations have trained people to expect a sticker job. Print a character on an existing lid, swap one accent color, and call it a special edition. Buyers have seen that formula so many times that most don't look twice anymore.

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