A playful stool-cum-puzzle among designs from Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts students
Dezeen School Shows: a stool that doubles as a chair for children and a puzzle for adults is among the conceptual product designs by students at Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts. More about A playful stool-cum-puzzle among designs from Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts students
Patterson Associates designs New Zealand home with Fisher & Paykel appliances to ensure maximum design efficiency
Promotion: the kitchen of a New Zealand holiday home features appliances by Fisher & Paykel, which were integrated into its design for effortless modern living. More about Patterson Associates designs New Zealand home with Fisher & Paykel appliances to ensure maximum design efficiency
Linear light by Friends of Wilson
Dezeen Showroom: acoustic dampening and sculptural design meet in this pendant light made from wool felt created by British brand Friends of Wilson. More about Linear light by Friends of Wilson
Portopetro tiles by Azteca
Dezeen Showroom: named after a Mallorcan port town known for exporting stone, Portopetro tiles by Spanish brand Azteca aim to capture the atmosphere of the Mediterranean. More about Portopetro tiles by Azteca
Neolith sintered stone by Neolith
Dezeen Showroom: technology and functionality combine in Spanish brand Neolith's sintered stone, a practical alternative to both quartz and natural granite. More about Neolith sintered stone by Neolith
Wind turbine design contest among latest competitions on Dezeen
Dezeen Competitions: we've rounded up five architecture and design competitions with upcoming submission deadlines within the next two months. More about Wind turbine design contest among latest competitions on Dezeen
Musical water container among the student designs from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
Dezeen School Shows: a water container that produces a soothing sound "similar to rain falling on leaves" is among the homeware designs by students at Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey. More about Musical water container among the student designs from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
This year's Design Shanghai spotlights China's latest design innovation
Promotion: trade show Design Shanghai is returning for its 12th edition next month, aiming to build upon its history of platforming Chinese design and innovation to a global audience. More about This year's Design Shanghai spotlights China's latest design innovation
Wall-Mounted Cafe Table by George & Willy
Dezeen Showroom: New Zealand brand George & Willy has created a round-topped table that frees up floor space in cafes by attaching directly to walls via a bracket at the end of its L-shaped base. More about Wall-Mounted Cafe Table by George & Willy
Grace tiles by Ceramiche Keope
Dezeen Showroom: a tile informed by the appearance of limestone has been released recently by Italian surfaces manufacturer Ceramiche Keope. More about Grace tiles by Ceramiche Keope
Norman Foster announced as headline speaker at World Design Congress
Promotion: British architect Norman Foster will be the headline speaker at the World Design Congress, examining how interconnected efforts across global borders and design sectors can tackle the climate crisis. More about Norman Foster announced as headline speaker at World Design Congress
Unified Field fabric collection by Luum Textiles
Dezeen Showroom: Canadian brand Luum Textiles has put a contemporary spin on classic patterns found in menswear design with Unified Field, its latest collection of performance fabrics. More about Unified Field fabric collection by Luum Textiles
Norman Foster Institute's Master's Programme on Sustainable Cities opens for applications
Promotion: the Norman Foster Institute is now accepting applications for its Master's Programme on Sustainable Cities, which prompts students to address urban challenges through immersing them in both practical and academic study. More about Norman Foster Institute's Master's Programme on Sustainable Cities opens for applications
Kriskadecor's chain installation brings Japanese landscape to Andorra at restaurant Ginza 41
Promotion: Spanish design brand Kriskadecor has installed a wall of tensioned aluminium chains across the facade of a sushi restaurant in Andorra la Vella, creating the impression of a traditional Japanese landscape painting. More about Kriskadecor's chain installation brings Japanese landscape to Andorra at restaurant Ginza 41
Bruton modular sofa by SmithMatthias for Morgan
Dezeen Showroom: design studio SmithMatthias has created a foam-free modular sofa for British brand Morgan that provides a sustainable sofa option for the contract market. More about Bruton modular sofa by SmithMatthias for Morgan
Custom sawtooth brick shape by Belden Brick creates textured facade for Brooklyn residential tower
Promotion: American brick manufacturer The Belden Brick Company has developed a custom sawtooth brick shape that forms the defining feature of One Park Point, a new residential tower in Brooklyn, New York. More about Custom sawtooth brick shape by Belden Brick creates textured facade for Brooklyn residential tower
3D-printed lampshade among design projects from Thomas Jefferson University
Dezeen School Shows: a 3D-printed PET lampshade and a folding bench are among the latest designs by students at Thomas Jefferson University. More about 3D-printed lampshade among design projects from Thomas Jefferson University
"In my sleep, I want my work to keep going, to speak for me" says photographer Dola Posh
Promotion: according to photographer Dola Posh, Adobe's Content Authenticity app allows her work to speak for her when she's asleep. More about "In my sleep, I want my work to keep going, to speak for me" says photographer Dola Posh
Shelf Life shelf by Interesting Times Gang
Dezeen Showroom: a tabletop shelf made from biomaterials that's designed to act as "a personal altar for life's essentials" has been released by Swedish design studio Interesting Times Gang. More about Shelf Life shelf by Interesting Times Gang
Salvia colourway by Bette
Dezeen Showroom: German bathroom brand Bette has introduced a new colour called Salvia – a glossy sage green that will launch in the UK at Clerkenwell Design Week 2025. More about Salvia colourway by Bette