Design Destination: ICON’s tips for where to go and what to see in London Fields
From neighbourhood cafés to design-led stores and community hangouts, make the most of this hip London area with our insights from local design insiders
Textile designer Joanne O’Rourke discusses her connection to nature and its impact on her design philosophy
A recent graduate of Norwich University of the Arts, Joanne O’Rourke’s latest collection ‘Harmonious Nature’s Rhythms’ alludes to her love of the natural world and its deep connection to her design values.
Meet Essence Harden: The Los Angeles-based curator exploring the intersection of art, history and culture
As co-curator for the 2025 edition of Made in L.A. Biennial at the Hammer Museum, and curator of Frieze Los Angeles, Focus 2024, Essence Harden's work is rooted in community and place
Meet Mathilde Wittock: An emerging designer bringing new life to unexpected materials
Graduating from Central Saint Martins in 2021, Belgian designer Mathilde Wittock has gone from strength to strength thanks to her visionary creativity and undeniable passion. ICON explores her journey so far
A new collaboration between Buster + Punch and Staub elevates a British cultural icon
From door handles to designer lighting and now cookware, Buster + Punch's latest collaboration with legacy French brand Staub aims to celebrate and elevate a cultural icon - the full English breakfast
Four design talents to look out for from New Designers 2024
Returning for its 39th year, New Designers once again put the spotlight onto the latest class of graduates eager to make their mark in the contemporary design world.
King Living expands its global presence with a USA launch and the upcoming opening of its third UK showroom
In an interview with David Woollcott, the CEO of Australian furniture brand King Living, ICON gained an insight into the company’s growth plan and its considered approach to design
Blēo launches vibrant new colour palette created in collaboration with the Josef & Anni Albers Foundation
The Josef Albers Color Interactions Palette, created by Blēo and the Josef & Anni Albers Foundation, and curated by Ambra Medda of AMO, is a visual exploration inspired by one of the most influential art-teachers of the 20th century
Jaipur Rugs brings the magic of its home city to London with the opening of its first UK showroom
One of India’s leading handmade rug manufacturers, Jaipur Rugs, has opened its first UK showroom located in the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour
Rio Kobayashi tells ICON how his Japanese and Austrian-Italian heritage influences his work
‘If I lost my sense of curiosity, I don’t know what I’d do...’ The UK-based furniture designer and maker speaks to ICON about how his heritage stimulates his cultural curiosity and his playful, worldly design sensibility
Daylesford Organic launches its largest capsule homewares collection in partnership with Hugo Guinness
In an exclusive collaboration with renowned artist Hugo Guinness, Daylesford Organic has launched its largest homewares collection to date
Jamie xx and Tekla celebrate the artist’s new album In Wave with striking capsule collection
Launching today, the limited capsule collection, made in celebration of Jamie xx’s upcoming album In Waves, comprises hooded bathrobes and beach towels in a bold monochrome graphic colourway
Earl of East’s new Café collection playfully embraces circularity
Staying true to the brand’s circular ethos, the new Café collection by Earl of East features candles served up in reusable diner mugs
Meet Marina Cighir: The creative force behind Italian design studio Aina Kari
Producing decorative glassware and an exquisite range of home fragrance, Aina Kari is reigniting the beauty of Italian craft. We meet its founder Marina Cighir to discuss the creativity behind the brand and its connection to ancient Persian techniques.
ASICS teams up with HAY for limited edition trainer collection
The collaboration reimagines one of the most iconic styles, the Skyhand OG by ASICS, which dates back to 1994, through the lens of HAY's eye for colour and design
Editor’s Picks: 10 highlights from 3 Days of Design 2024
Copenhagen's popular design festival 3 Days of Design returned from 12-14 June. We round up the latest design news and inspiration from the Danish capital
ICON reviews A Model: An Exhibition in Three Parts: Prelude
Mudam Luxembourg – Musée d’Art Moderne Grand-Duc Jean presents A Model – an exhibition in three parts extending across 2024 – reflecting on the role of the museum today
Editor’s Picks: Studies of a Bench explores materiality and form during 3 Days of Design
&Tradition's hybrid art-design exhibition aims to highlight the Copenhagen-based brand's global perspective, inviting five designers and design studios from across the globe to explore the material and foundational possibilities of the common bench
EJM Studio reinterprets the traditional British church pew with new collection
Designer Edward John Milton discusses his upcoming Pew collection and his fascination with traditional typologies while reimagining them for a contemporary design audience
Modern Femininity: Cecilie Bahnsen on the joy of everyday dressing
As one of the most forward-thinking designers working in fashion today, Cecilie Bahnsen's romantic and ethereal fashion seamlessly blends couture elements and Scandinavian comfort. In our exclusive interview, she shares her remarkable journey
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