New Dubai Nike shop weaves Arabic script into store design
A highlight of the retail concept is a “trial space” resembling a basketball court, which features the brand’s manifesto in Arabic.
Interiors
New collections from interior designers and consultancies, as well as store design concepts for retailers including restaurants and fashion brands.
Design in 2019 – what will interior design look like?
As part of our series on design in 2019, Clotilde Passalacqua, interior design leader at Ikea UK and Ireland, looks at what will happen in interior design over the next
From VR experiences to going cashless: could design save the high street?
Amid a tough retail climate and increasing competition from online stores, we look at how bricks-and-mortar shops are finding new ways to entice customers.
What to look out for at Design Indaba 2019
Ann Crabtree, Alice Rawsthorn, David Droga and John Pawson are among the international speakers at this year’s Design Indaba festival, which takes place next month in South Africa.
5 design things to look out for in January 2019
This month you can delve into the magical design world of Disneyland California, learn about how furniture and products need to adapt for Generation Rent and make your own political
Designers and creatives named in New Year’s Day honours list
Industrial designer Tom Karen and set designer Bunny Christie are among those to appear in the Queen’s List, which recognises “outstanding achievements” of people across the UK.
Take Design Week's Quiz of the Year 2018
Think you know what happened in design this year? We’ll be the judge of that. Test yourself with our quiz, then send a screenshot of your score to sarah.dawood@centaurmedia.com. The
How designers have decorated their studios this Christmas
Upcycled plywood Christmas trees, a more inclusive Santa character and desks being turned into fireplaces – these are just some of the ways that creatives have made their offices feel
Design Week's Top 100 2018-2019 launches
Look at the rankings and find out how you can access the full report and analysis, which spotlights key metrics in detail such as growth and efficiency — fee income
We want to see your festive, decorated design studios
Are you (mulled) spicing up your offices for the Christmas season? Send us in photos of your décor, and we’ll publish the best ones in the lead up to the
Airbnb is set to design and build its own houses
The home rental company has launched Backyard, a new project that will see a team of designers and architects create homes that aim to reduce landfill waste.
The stories behind the V&A Dundee's Scottish Design Galleries
The Scottish Design Galleries at the recently opened museum in Dundee aim to shine a light on the impact and legacy of design in Scotland.
The permanent gallery, which includes more
Interior and web designers make list of highest-earning freelancers
New research has found both roles bring in an average annual income of £37,500 and have also been chosen among the 10 most desirable freelance jobs.
Where do design students’ tuition fees go? asks Falmouth University
The university’s latest annual financial report shows that 50% of income for its design departments goes to staff wages, while 10% goes to student equipment and materials.
Universal Design Studio on creating Fortnum & Mason's new London destination
A new bar, restaurant and shop at the Royal Exchange in the City of London has been designed to integrate with the building and accommodate “express” visits.
Home Futures exhibition asks: did past generations correctly predict how we live today?
“Living with less”, “living with others” and “living on the move” are some of the themes in the new show at the Design Museum delving into future visions of the
New wayfinding system for National Maritime Museum helps visitors “discover more”
CCD Design and Ergonomics has created a nautical-themed signage system for the museum in Greenwich, London, which has opened four new galleries.
Design for Children: how to create great products and toys for kids
Phaidon’s new book Design for Children explores products, toys, furniture, bikes and more created for babies, toddlers and children over the last 100 years. We speak to author Kimberlie Birks,
What will the workspace of the future look like? Vitra explores new concepts
Ideas at the Orgatec trade fair in Cologne, Germany, include a super-flexible space, a shared space by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby and a company home.
How Heatherwick Studio designed retail destination Coal Drops Yard
The new space is opening to the public and features dozens of bespoke shops, bars, restaurants and designer-maker studios set inside former railway buildings.
PriestmanGoode designs compact Premier Inn hotel for “guests on a budget”
The new Zip by Premier Inn hotels will feature very small rooms that aim to be “basic” but “brilliant”, with amenities including a double bed, ensuite bathroom and a TV.
5 things we learnt at Design Manchester 2018
With speakers including 2012 Olympics installation designer Kate Dawkins, DesignStudio’s Ben Wright and Kaye Dunnings of Glastonbury’s Shangri-La, there were plenty of top tips being shared at Design Manchester’s D(isrupt)M
“It’s not Robin Hood Land”: Sherwood Forest rebrands with focus on nature
The Nottinghamshire forest best known for its association with make-believe rogue and hero Robin Hood has had a revamp, with a new visitor centre, branding and wayfinding centred around environment
Oscar Wilde Temple created as installation to honour LGBTQ+ figures
McDermott & McGough’s piece is a functional, secular safe space that can be used by the public for quiet contemplation or hired out for ceremonies.