Welcome to the World of Sustainable Designer Jewelry
Sustainability is taking over the world of fashion, but it is also shining through in both fine and costume jewelry. McKinsey research indicates that consumers from younger generations won’t even consider buying a piece from a brand that doesn’t prioritize sustainability. Consumers who, five years ago, were prioritizing the designer when buying jewelry or watches, or …
Seven totemic designs at Lake Como Design Festival
Sculptural totems in different materials, colours and sizes were exhibited at this year’s Lake Como Design Festival, where the neolithic-informed objects enjoyed a revival. Read more
Toronto airfield to be converted into district that aims to be « the opposite of suburbanization »
Danish studio Henning Larsen Architects, local studio KPMB and landscape architecture studio SLA are set to convert an airstrip outside of Toronto into a residential district. Read more
Dupont Blouin orients brick-clad MI-2 Residence around central courtyard
Pale-grey brick clads this compact residence with a courtyard on the outskirts of Montreal designed by local architectural studio Dupont Blouin. Read more
« Open House champions the city as a form that can inspire you »
As the 30th-anniversary edition of the Open House Festival draws to a close today, commenters including mayor of London Sadiq Khan and architect Farshid Moussavi and incoming RIBA president Muyiwa Oki reflect on the impact the event has had on the city. Read more
University of the Arts London presents 10 design and interiors projects
Dezeen School Shows: an interview series where emerging artists share their skills and an interiors project that encourages emotional attachment with material objects are included in Dezeen’s latest school show by students at the University of the Arts London. Read more
« Declaring a climate emergency is just the beginning of the journey »
The design industry has joined several others in declaring a climate emergency. Design Declares organiser Alexie Sommer explains the background to the launch and what the movement hopes to achieve. Read more
Crochet rug collection by Clara von Zweigbergk for Gan
Dezeen Showroom: graphic designer and illustrator Clara von Zweigbergk has created the Crochet rugs for Gan, combining the inherent warmth of the knitting technique with a playful approach to shape and colour. Read more
Beyond the Visible: Hilma Af Klint
From Kino Lorber Films comes a documentary on the Swedish abstract painter, Hilma af Klint. Not familiar with Hilma’s work? Read this. (via Open Culture)
Momenti wall tiles by Marazzi
Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Marazzi has designed a range of tiles that mimic traditional wallpaper in geometric and natural-motif patterns. Read more
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