Products without distractions: the power of essential design
Some products communicate their essence immediately, without the need for lengthy explanations. Through their lines, colors, materials, and proportions, they […]
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Product design is the intersection of problem-solving, ideas, materials, art, and technology. Product design translates the insights from all these fields of knowledge merging them into innovative applications for real-world scenarios. Due to ever-increasing consumption and specific market demands, product designers play a central role in shaping consumer habits and carry a big responsibility towards our planet and society.
Arrestingly agile, the Magic Stick truly lives up to its name
When it comes to lighting fixtures, even the term itself immediately provokes associations with immovability and permanence. Once it’s up […]
Redefining norms: what extreme users teach us about design
Recently, my friend Devin Liddell, a designer and principal futurist at TEAGUE, and I embarked on an intriguing project: designing […]
An intersection worth exploring
Although grounded in reality, the more you stare at Tornado Shelves, 2024, a hand-carved wood piece by Abdulrahman Al Muftah […]
True innovation comes from looking at the world through different lenses
The collaboration between Ray-Ban and Meta exemplifies the seamless integration of traditional design with cutting-edge technology, resulting in a product […]
TERRASZA BCN 2024: elevating outdoor design and sustainability in Barcelona
The second edition of TERRASZA BCN took place in Barcelona this October, solidifying its position as a key event in […]
Secrid Talent Podium 2024: a celebration of pioneering design
Held annually in Eindhoven, the Secrid Talent Podium has quickly become a highlight of Dutch Design Week (DDW), as it […]
Korean design at Maison&Objet
Last autumn, a diverse array of Korean consumer goods converged in Paris. Ranging from sleek travel essentials to textiles where […]
From bond to brand: the story behind OMNIAGIOIA’s ethical pet designs
OMNIAGIOIA represents a rethinking of pet design, born from a deep-seated commitment to sustainability and a profound connection to the […]
Why complex products need designers to help keep things simple
As products become ever more technically complex, the importance of implementing a thorough user-centred design process when developing cutting-edge technology […]
Unearthing the stories of land, history and identity – “Soils” Exhibition 2024
What lies beneath our feet isn’t just soil, it is a repository of stories, our current situation, and it partly […]
Future visions for non-conventional design show EDIT Napoli
EDIT Napoli, launched six years ago by Domitilla Dardi and Emilia Petruccelli, defies traditional categorization. It’s neither a conventional fair […]
