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Almost everyone is having an existential crisis': Designers share how they're surviving an industry in constant flux
From San Francisco, Kat Koh works as a creative career coach, advising creatives who she says, “look successful, but feel unfulfilled.” She is warm, empathetic, and curious; it is unsurprising to learn that her clients refer to her as…
Interior designers share 9 trends they'd like to see in more homes
Shannon Ggem, an interior designer and the owner of Shannon Ggem Design, wishes the 'grandmillennial' style of combining bold, antiquated designs with modern aesthetics would make more frequent appearances in homes. She said small details…
Cadence Design Systems Inc. stock underperforms Wednesday when compared to competitors
Shares of Cadence Design Systems Inc. CDNS shed 3.47% to $332.76 Wednesday, on what proved to be an all-around grim trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index SPX falling 1.52% to 7,316.15 and Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA…
Designer's Diary: What to see, do and buy in August 2026
Sign up for your inside guide to buying, renting and decorating in London from our award-winning experts I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Not everyone is AWA (away for…
Royal designer defends Beatrice's strange hat for William and Kate's wedding
When Prince William and Princess Kate tied the knot in 2011 at Westminster Abbey, all eyes were on the future king and queen as they exchanged vows in front of millions of excited royal fans. And while the Princess of Wales has fashion experts…
Sam Smith engaged to fashion designer after two years of dating
Sam Smith is engaged to Christian Cowan. The singer, 34, has been in a relationship with fashion designer, Christian, 32, for a little over two years now and they made their public debut together at the Met Gala in 2024. The Grammy Award-winning…
Maison Shanghai 2026: Design Without Limits Showcases China's Future Design Vision
SHANGHAI, July 29, 2026 /CNW/ -- Maison Shanghai 2026 will return from 7–10 September 2026 at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center (SWEECC) under the theme 'Design Without Limits,' bringing together designers, brands…
This watch was designed by a legend of watchmaking, but no one knew
Two of the most admired and covetable watches of all time – Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak and Patek Philippe's Nautilus – were designed in the 1970s by Gérald Genta. A one-man revolution, Genta also designed watches for companies…
The Unexpected Color Trend Designers Say Can Transform a Room
Refreshing a room doesn't have to be an expensive or complicated task. Adding a simple pop of color can transform a space, according to the pros. We asked designers to weigh in on TikTok's “unexpected red” theory, which is among the…
Keke Palmer Pulls Double Designer Duty in Gucci and Mugler
Keke Palmer pulled double designer duty with her New York City Gucci and archival Thierry Mugler looks on Tuesday as part of her “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” appearance. The “One of Them Days” actress was…
12,000 pounds of bacon recalled as USDA slaps product with dreaded 'Class 1' designation. Is that serious?
Bacon lovers, beware. The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has posted a notice alerting the public of a Class I recall of select bacon products. Class I recalls are the most serious type of recall. Here's what you need to know. Last…
H&M Is Applying to AI Design What It Learned With 3D: Don't Force It.
H&M has learned the hard way that new technology works better when it's not imposed. This was their experience with 3D design, according to Bhargava Ram Kamimura, who heads digital product creation at the Swedish fast fashion giant. At one point, a…
T-Mobile is Designing Dual-Pathway Business Internet for Hard-to-Serve Areas
If your business is operating in a rural area where traditional broadband doesn't reach or frequently fails, you know how difficult it can be to keep your operations connected and running smoothly. Businesses in remote areas are often underserved…
How Glimpact Turns Europe's Strict Eco-Design Rules into a Competitive Advantage
The days of fuzzy sustainability claims are numbered. With the EU pushing through its Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) alongside tough new anti-greenwashing rules, compliance has stopped being a back-office concern and become a…
Design for Life: Onyx+East experts reveal today's top home trends
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Choosing flooring, countertops, and finishes for a home can quickly become overwhelming. To help homeowners navigate the process, experts from Onyx+East shared insights on what is currently trending and which choices…
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