VELTO: the coat rack that disappears when not needed
A typical coat rack is designed to stand out, occupying a prominent place in the room. It holds our coats, […]
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Concept design
Welcome to the world of concept design, where the early stages of the creative process come alive. With the advent of powerful graphic software, the boundaries of what can be achieved during this phase have been shattered, allowing for stunning levels of quality and realism. In this section, we invite you to embark on a curated journey, where we showcase a selection of the most representative concept designs. Explore the realms of architecture, product design, and beyond as we unveil the visionary creations that shape our future. From awe-inspiring structures that defy gravity to ingenious product concepts that push the boundaries of innovation, each piece tells a story of creativity, passion, and boundless potential.
Walking Coat Rack, the multifunctional product that walks with you
The Call #4, part of the Ideas for Business series, focused on the coat rack, a common object that, for […]
The power of touch: bodies as sound creators
Every gesture produces sound: a hand brushing against a surface, two bodies meeting, a movement that closes an invisible circuit. […]
STRAP: a modular coat rack built from industrial transport components
It is very likely that each of us — readers and non-readers alike — keeps at least one design object […]
ACE by Marco Ciacci: when hearing design becomes a matter of material
In the landscape of contemporary product design, the hearing aid remains one of the least explored typologies from a formal […]
Papershell, when material becomes the model
In a time when sustainability risks becoming a marketing cliché, Papershell stands out for one simple reason: it puts the […]
Innovation and research: 9 design projects from 2025
This year, our editorial coverage tracked nine technology- and innovation-driven projects launched in 2025, highlighting a growing focus on some […]
What if the only way to live with plastic was to redesign ourselves?
Imagine a not-so-distant future: it’s 2110, and our body hosts an extra organ — a small semi-transparent dome implanted in […]
When inspiration becomes a design model: the workflow behind nurholz
One of the most exciting things about this design era is how unpredictable the designer’s path has become. Old patterns […]
After the rain, color: CLU, the umbrella stand that becomes a chromatic totem
Human habits are often driven by needs, and needs are fulfilled by objects – some of them beautiful by definition, […]
Design ‘In’ Conflict, an exhibition on how to live in instability
Marked by various conflicts, Design ‘In’ Conflict turned the Lebanese capital into the ideal stage to understand how war goes […]
Kooij: a design model built from tools, not slides
Design Models is a series about companies and studios that don’t just design products – they design how products come […]
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