“Deaf people make excellent architects and being deaf means that we are naturally visual people; we can see what needs to be done in a space.” Chris Laing, architectural designer and activist. An advocate for inclusivity in architecture, Chris Laing…
With its new Keuco Axess series designed by Studio F. A. Porsche, Keuco introduces a barrier-free bathroom range with functional purpose and style like no other. Combining high-end design specification with maximum usability, the Axess collection has a sleek and…
Award-winning furniture designer and master craftsman Angus Ross has designed a new, curvaceous garden range, to be presented on his first appearance at RHS Chelsea from 22nd-27th May 2023. The Dalerb Garden Collection, comprising a handcrafted chair, bench and table,…
“I hope my work brings a calming simplicity and tranquility that invites people to slow down but also gives them a sense of wellbeing and serenity. I want my work to allow people to feel.” Emilie Van Camp, founder and…
For its new, luxury bathroom collection, GROHE SPA has called on surface specialists Caesarstone to add its signature material touch to a range of luxurious faucets. Made for customisation, GROHE SPA’s new range of fittings with quartz handles is available…
Lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke is poised to open its 13th property, Locke at East Side Gallery in Berlin this June. The new luxury stay makes the most of its views across the city and across the River Spree, situated in…
Constantly striving to push its creativity whilst trying to reduce waste, fine Belgian brand Omexco designs and produces beautiful, luxury wallcoverings using raw and natural materials. Nature, innovation, and craftsmanship are all very much at the forefront of what the…
Welcome to Enki’s Eco Edit: April 2023, the fourth in our monthly sustainable lifestyle news series which round-ups our curated selection of the best eco-friendly brands, shopping ideas, and places to visit. This month, we take a look at a…
Global design destination Clerkenwell Design Week 2023 is returning to London between 23rd-25th May this year with its biggest programme of events yet and the addition of two new exhibition venues. Across the 12 unique venues in total, over 300…
Bringing 24 hand-picked independent businesses into the spotlight, the inaugural North is Now pop-up shop is set to showcase the best in contemporary design from the North of England today. Open from 29th April to 8th May, this ambitious pop-up…
“The spaces that we inhabit and the objects that we choose to surround ourselves with are really important and affect us deeply. Our environments and possessions should give us a sense of well-being as well as a sense of self.”…
Using a modular system, Austin-based KKDW Studios has designed the mood-boosting interiors for the offices of Yoga With Adriene founder, Adriene Mishler. In close collaboration with famed yoga teacher Adriene, KKDW Studios founder Kelly DeWitt has created the flagship headquarters…
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Environment-centred design store The Home of Sustainable Things (HOST) has introduced Myceen, a range of carbon-negative, compostable, and regenerative mushroom mycelium-made products to its collection. The Myceen range, comprising the B-Wise pendant lamp, Lo Blox and Hi Blox side tables,…
This spring, Noma chef and owner René Redzepi has opened Noma Kyoto, a pop-up version of his Michellin-starred Copenhagen restaurant, in Japan for a 10-week residency. Open until 20th May 2023, the Noma Kyoto dining experience coincides with Japan’s much-loved…