Realistic AI architectural renderings must be labelled under EU AI Act
Artists and companies publishing realistic AI-generated architectural renderings in the European Union without labelling risk being fined under provisions in the EU AI Act that came into force last week. More about Realistic AI architectural renderings must be labelled under EU AI Act
Dress made of living mycelium can renew and repair itself
Researchers in China have created a textile from living mycelium that is self-cleaning, near self-repairing and can be coloured or made UV protective through "plug-and-play" add-ons of different fungi or yeast. More about Dress made of living mycelium can renew and repair itself
Decoy Font protects messages from being read by AI
One message for humans and another for artificial intelligence are contained in the letters of Decoy Font, made by the company Mixfont for those who want to avoid having their data scraped. More about Decoy Font protects messages from being read by AI
Light Phone goes clamshell with "timeless" Flip model
Tech company Light has released a clamshell version of its popular minimalist phone, combining contemporary dumbphone functionality with retro appeal. More about Light Phone goes clamshell with "timeless" Flip model
Student grows fuzzy fridge from bacteria to challenge norms around cooling
Designer Audrey Levy has reimagined a common household appliance with her project How to Grow a Refrigerator, applying sustainable insulating and cooling technologies that take advantage of the power of bacteria and the sun. More about Student grows fuzzy fridge from bacteria to challenge norms around cooling
Algae "biocells" powered by photosynthesis could replace disposable batteries
Bio-designer Lucia Giron has worked with the University of Cambridge's Department of Biochemistry to develop prototypes of an algae-based battery alternative, which harnesses the power of photosynthesis for electricity. More about Algae "biocells" powered by photosynthesis could replace disposable batteries
Omega and Swatch release gold MoonSwatch in limited edition of 1,969
Watchmakers Swatch and Omega have collaborated to celebrate the anniversary of the first moon landing on 21 July 1969 with a limited run of 1,969 watches, made of gold from 1969. More about Omega and Swatch release gold MoonSwatch in limited edition of 1,969
Mesh-89 device lets Palestinian drivers stay ahead of checkpoint closures
Recent Central Saint Martins graduate Joud Abuhomos has invented a simple, off-grid communication device called Mesh-89, designed to alert Palestinian bus drivers to the status of the West Bank's 89 permanent checkpoints. More about Mesh-89 device lets Palestinian drivers stay ahead of checkpoint closures
Imago audio player lights a path for ethical AI use in music
Central Saint Martins graduates Domenico di Paolo and Kieran Feechan have created a novel listening device in the form of Imago, which turns a critical eye on the use of AI in music. More about Imago audio player lights a path for ethical AI use in music
Superflex and KWY.studio create architecture for fish to enjoy after sea levels rise
Danish artist collective Superflex has collaborated with KWY.studio architects to create Super Kello – a harbourside stone sculpture in Oulu, Finland, to be enjoyed by fish after sea levels rise. More about Superflex and KWY.studio create architecture for fish to enjoy after sea levels rise
Golf cart, small car and moon buggy meet in electric vehicle Amble One
Former Apple designer Julian Hoenig and Forpeople founder Michael Tropper have teamed up to enter the mobility space with Amble One – a doorless electric buggy that they hope will become a lightweight alternative to cars for short trips. More about Golf cart, small car and moon buggy meet in electric vehicle Amble One
Atonemo and NTS launch Radio Player with icon wheel for genre selection
Tech company Atonemo and online radio station NTS have partnered up to produce a pocket-sized player designed for "omakase listening" – a curated music experience decided by "someone whose taste you trust". More about Atonemo and NTS launch Radio Player with icon wheel for genre selection
Snap Specs bring rich augmented reality to smart glasses
Tech company Snap has blended the immersive display style of mixed-reality headsets with the lightweight appearance and functionality of AI glasses in its latest product, the Specs. More about Snap Specs bring rich augmented reality to smart glasses
Other Matter launches bio-leather made from single-use signage
Design studio Other Matter has built on its flagship product, a petrochemical-free signage film, by recycling it into an upholstery material called Other Matter Leather, on show this week at 3 Days of Design. More about Other Matter launches bio-leather made from single-use signage
Redesigning Design Weeks programme tackles downsides of event tourism
A neighbourhood repair cart and a "Pizzeria of Promises" are among the products of Redesigning Design Weeks, a Nieuwe Instituut initiative that aims to counter the negative effects of intense tourism in design week hubs like Milan. More about Redesigning Design Weeks programme tackles downsides of event tourism
Architects will "cringe a bit" at design horrors in Backrooms says production designer
Production designer Danny Vermette talks Dezeen through the exacting work of building liminal spaces for Backrooms, a new horror film that follows a frustrated architect-turned-furniture salesman. More about Architects will "cringe a bit" at design horrors in Backrooms says production designer
"Design fairs need to adopt an AI policy, and need to do it now"
This year's Milan design week was a watershed moment for the use of AI and it is time for the industry to take action, writes Rima Sabina Aouf. More about "Design fairs need to adopt an AI policy, and need to do it now"
QuadroDesign sends Salone booth to Zambia to become public bathroom
The Salone del Mobile fair stand of Italian tapware brand QuadroDesign is on its way to Masala, Zambia, having been designed by Giacomo Moor to have a second life as a public bathroom. More about QuadroDesign sends Salone booth to Zambia to become public bathroom
Google and Samsung launch AI-powered Intelligent Eyewear
Google and Samsung have entered the smart glasses market with Intelligent Eyewear – AI-powered wearables made in collaboration with South Korean and American eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. More about Google and Samsung launch AI-powered Intelligent Eyewear
Team Repair's adult STEM kit shows how to fix your phone
British company Team Repair has launched a STEM learning kit specifically designed for grown-ups, using a dummy object to teach people how to fix their own phones. More about Team Repair's adult STEM kit shows how to fix your phone