Throughout time, whenever designers wished to escape, they started thinking about the future. And whether it was Oscar Nieyemer’s sinuous skyscrapers or the alien blooms of Eero Saarinen’s Tulip Co … read more

The 1970s were one of the more experimental decades for contemporary design. In Britain, many will remember them for some of the stylistic faux-pas that took place — avocado bathrooms and heavy flo … read more

It’s fair to say that 2020 hasn’t quite got off to the start we’d planned. By now, we’d usually be out in parks, visiting exhibitions and taking part in all the creative fun that is London in sprin … read more

 The very best designers do not die. Instead, they live on in the furniture and buildings they leave behind. One such immortal legacy belongs to Hans J Wegner, affectionately known as the great-gra … read more

And so it begins. A month of social distancing in which our homes take on significance like never before. And yet for all the talk of isolation, we can’t help but feel bolstered by the tremendous d … read more

No one does spring quite like Ligne Roset. From statement embroidery to delicate lighting, their collection reveals all the fun and flirtatiousness of the season. It’s not lost on us that these are … read more

While we’re only just scratching the surface when it comes to wellness, there’s one thing all scientists seem to agree on. Whether you’re old or young, spending time in nature can have a powerful i … read more

It’s no secret that the world of work is changing. With the rise of co-working and freelancing, it’s now possible to get down to business in just about any location.   And yet if we’ve learnt anyth … read more

Franz Kafka once wrote that the joy of youth is the ability to see and experience beauty. Never has a description felt more fitting than for rising Italian star, Federica Biasi. At just 31, she has … read more

When Antonio Citterio first announced the news of his collaboration with Vitra, we knew that comfort would never be the same. True to form, over the last couple of years they have embarked on a ser … read more

In our January Trend report, we described how the desire for an authentic life would lead to the return of more traditional, understated materials. And while we’ve noticed a plethora of subtle text … read more

Nestled in the heart of Lyon’s antique district is an exciting new design destination. Named simply L’Appartement, it features 6 sensory rooms, each of which explores what it’s like to come home to … read more