In seaweed and stomach lining Julia Lohmann finds the materials of the future
How is technology overload affecting our physical and mental health?
Our always-on, constantly connected culture threatens to overwhelm and overstimulate our senses - but good design can help
We need to take drastic measures now to reduce our reliance on waste
Designers can no longer ignore the relentless flow of materials to landfill. We need to rethink the entire system
Icon 195: Waste, Design and the Circular Economy
The problem with waste is becoming ever more urgent: September's issue is dedicated to the people taking action now
Royal College of Art graduates offer creative takes on modern challenges
Beauty, colour and texture combined in innovative creations at the RCA's graduate shows
Stanley Kubrick: An Exhibition shows he was as much designer as director
Yarza Twins: Solving everyday problems with graphic design
The graphic designers tell us what Japanese animation has to do with sunburn
Jasper Morrison discusses his new cork fireplace and furniture collection
The new Coca-Cola bottle design is a reference to its earliest years
The new bottle is a re-release of its first bottle, used 100 years ago
Ones to Watch
Design Council names 70 designers that will shape the sector's future
Diptych
Lex Pott's limited-edition wooden products are created from a single Douglas fir, with each sandblasted to leave a decorative grille effect
19 Greek Street
A chandelier reminiscent of scientific equipment, ceramics that resemble iced biscuits and products made of discarded glass are among the items on display at the cafe and gallery
2014 launches by &Tradition
The Danish company has collaborated with All the Way to Paris, Sami Kallio and Studio Vit on a set of elemental rugs, lighting and furniture
Mischer Traxler
A rug that tells you how long it took to make and an electroplated chess set inspired by dusty archives are among the Viennese duo's most recent experiments
Kenneth Grange
Icon talks to the design legend about comfort, longevity and his approach to design
Patricia Urquiola
The Spanish designer was in London recently to take part in the Design Museum’s 25th birthday celebrations. She spoke to Icon about the changing role of product design in the digital age
Mathias Hahn
The product designer seamlessly combines the German and British, industrial and craft, elements of his training to create innovative new forms for everyday objects
Exemplary: 150 Years of the MAK
MAK Museum, Vienna
Until 5 October 2014
Mocho by Joao Timoteo and Helena Fernandes
An innovative take on the traditional Portuguese stool allows users to custom-build the perfect perch and keep a fire going at the same time
Philippe Starck to open 100% Design 2014
The French designer will open the 20th edition of the event in Earls Court this September, as well as launching a new collection of ceramic tiles
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