Yinka Ilori launches debut homeware collection
The London designer has translated the joyful approach of his public works to a range of textiles and tableware for the home
First Hyperloop passenger ride takes place on BIG-designed Pegasus pod
Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group and Kilo Design for Virgin Hyperloop, the pod hosted the world-first passenger ride on the innovative transport mode
Duffy London designs solar-powered bamboo water taxi
Developed for an Indonesian context, the Hari Pontoon could be used for more sustainable water-based public transport elsewhere
‘Take us into account when designing public space’: young Londoners launch new campaign
In Brent, London's Borough of Culture 2020, young people kick off a campaign calling for more inclusive public spaces
Unique service tackling homelessness launched in Lewisham
Social enterprise ProxyAddress, created by architect Chris Hildrey, has launched a pilot in the south London borough
RNIB’s Design for Everyone campaign unveils first pregnancy test for those with sight loss
A new tactile device is part of the Royal National Institute of Blind People's campaign to promote accessible design
New version of Barber and Osgerby’s Tip Ton chair made from upcycled household waste
The Tip Ton RE has been developed by Vitra using recycled plastic material
Japanese and Nordic design hub Pantechnicon opens in London
A historic building in Belgravia has been transformed by Farrells to host a new design, food and retail destination celebrating Japanese and Nordic cultures
Layer’s Sequel Seat is designed for cinema-going in a post-Covid world
The premium cinema seat features antibacterial fabric and built-in UV lights
Modern ikebana: showcasing a new wave of floral designers
A new book from Victoria Gaiger and Tom Loxley explores the design evolution of Japanese flower arranging
Yair Neuman and Cubitts launch range of lights created from waste eyeglass lenses
The designer and eyewear brand unveiled the Lens Light collection during this year’s London Design Festival
‘Staircase of Dreams’ unveiled in east London by The Fandangoe Kid and local students
Located on the steps of Waltham Forest College, the colourful intervention is part of the new local William Morris Design Line
Lee Broom launches music-inspired ‘Maestro’ chair
Debuted with a special film as part of London Design Festival, Broom's new chair is influenced by classical music and mid-century design
Project Room designs new streetlight for Los Angeles
The design studio’s 'bouquet' concept offers variety and flexibility to street lighting in the city
Virgil Abloh unveils artwork in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz
The fashion designer has redesigned the classic G-Class SUV with Mercedes-Benz chief design officer Gorden Wagener
Artist KG Nilson creates home and fashion capsule for ARKET
The retailer’s collaboration with the Swedish visual artist marks the first in a series of collections produced with Nordic-region creators
With Pure Skies, PriestmanGoode designs the future of hygienic air travel
A new concept from the international design company facilitates touch-free plane journeys post-Covid
The Alexagate aims to stop Amazon’s background listening
This newly developed add-on accessory uses ultrasonic technology to jam the tech giant from recording conversations.
Exploring eclecticism in the French design scene
A new collection of innovative products demonstrates that French design isn’t only concerned with heritage and classicism.
19 Chairs project calls on designers to reimagine seating for older people
Designer brothers Tom and Will Butterfield turned wasted hours during lockdown into a design project, enlisting industry greats to reinvent seating for older people.
How an underwater museum is using design to platform reef conversation
ICON speaks to British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor, who has sunk a 165 tonne greenhouse in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef to offer experiential learning about reef restoration.
