IED Florence students rethink the future of nursing homes through sustainable lens
Promotion: students at the Instituto Europeo di Design (IED) in Florence, Italy, have developed sustainable models for a nursing home, intending to improve residents' wellbeing and social interaction. More about IED Florence students rethink the future of nursing homes through sustainable lens
Arches screens by Bisley
Dezeen Showroom: office furniture design brand Bisley has released a series of minimalistic, moveable screens that create multifunctional zones in open-plan workplaces. More about Arches screens by Bisley
Lino Materiale by Valerie Pavard for Tarkett
Dezeen Showroom: French flooring brand Tarkett has released a collection of 100 per cent recyclable linoleum created by the brand's design manager, Valerie Pavard. More about Lino Materiale by Valerie Pavard for Tarkett
Noren acoustic curtain system by Impact Acoustic
Dezeen Showroom: Swiss acoustic solution brand Impact Acoustic has unveiled a ready-to-install curtain system designed to help quieten busy workplaces. More about Noren acoustic curtain system by Impact Acoustic
Ambientec explores the emotional connection to light in new brand vision
Promotion: portable lighting brand Ambientec has launched a new slogan, Emotion is Mobile, which it says represents its efforts in "balancing the emotional power of design and light with the freedom of mobility". More about Ambientec explores the emotional connection to light in new brand vision
Sustainable micro-villages among projects from the American University in Dubai
Dezeen School Shows: a proposal for a series of micro-villages that prioritise sustainable lifestyles is among the projects from students at the American University in Dubai. More about Sustainable micro-villages among projects from the American University in Dubai
Snaptrude launches version 3.0 with "an all-in-one design ecosystem for early stage architecture"
Promotion: American technology company Snaptrude has launched a major update to its software, which allows for faster and more efficient development of early concepts. More about Snaptrude launches version 3.0 with "an all-in-one design ecosystem for early stage architecture"
Sonus M acoustic pod by Narbutas
Dezeen Showroom: office furniture brand Narbutas has expanded its range of Sonus acoustic pods, adding a two-person version for face-to-face-meetings. More about Sonus M acoustic pod by Narbutas
Floating biomaterials centre among projects from Glasgow School of Art students
Dezeen School Shows: a floating education hub where visitors can learn about biomaterials is among the architecture and design projects from students at Glasgow School of Art. More about Floating biomaterials centre among projects from Glasgow School of Art students
Warp pendant lamp by Geckeler Michels for Arkoslight
Dezeen Showroom: a pendant lamp characterised by a shade made from taut, translucent black textile has been designed by studio Geckeler Michels for Spanish brand Arkoslight. More about Warp pendant lamp by Geckeler Michels for Arkoslight
Last chance to enter Dezeen and Bentley's Radical Renewal Competition
Dezeen and Bentley's Radical Renewal Competition closes for entries at midnight on Wednesday. Enter before the deadline for the chance to win up to £15,000. More about Last chance to enter Dezeen and Bentley's Radical Renewal Competition
Typeface informed by Welsh language among projects from University of Southampton
Dezeen School Shows: a book with a typeface designed to celebrate the Welsh language is among graphic communication projects from the University of Southampton. More about Typeface informed by Welsh language among projects from University of Southampton
Hand-knotted rugs by Hare + Klein and Designer Rugs
Dezeen Showroom: Australian brand Designer Rugs collaborated with interior design firm Hare + Klein to develop a range of hand-knotted Tibetan wool rugs informed by Australia's unique landscapes. More about Hand-knotted rugs by Hare + Klein and Designer Rugs
Cubik tiles by Decocer
Dezeen Showroom: the clean modernity of grid patterns and the visual depth of embossing meet in these tiles, produced by Spanish brand Decocer. More about Cubik tiles by Decocer
Adobe Firefly Boards updates unlock "a new dimension of creative storytelling"
Promotion: software brand Adobe has launched the latest updates to its transformative ideation tool, Firefly Boards, giving users the ability to "define, direct and refine" their creative vision in one place. More about Adobe Firefly Boards updates unlock "a new dimension of creative storytelling"
Dance studio for people with visual impairments among projects from the School of Visual Arts
Dezeen School Shows: a dance studio designed to be accessible for blind and visually impaired people is among the projects from students at the School of Visual Arts. More about Dance studio for people with visual impairments among projects from the School of Visual Arts
Community project that aims at empowering Muslim women among proposals from the University of Sheffield
Dezeen School Shows: a project designed to empower Muslim women to participate more freely in civic life is among the architecture and landscape projects by students at the University of Sheffield. More about Community project that aims at empowering Muslim women among proposals from the University of Sheffield
Fashion collection that merges a kilt with sarong among projects from New Designers
Dezeen School Shows: a fashion collection informed by Scottish-Malaysian heritage is among student projects from New Designers. More about Fashion collection that merges a kilt with sarong among projects from New Designers
Immersive sensory pavilion among projects by students at Architectural Institute Paris
Dezeen School Shows: a series of pavilions along an abandoned Parisian railway, designed to engage the senses, are among the architectural proposals from students at Architectural Institute Paris. More about Immersive sensory pavilion among projects by students at Architectural Institute Paris
Kooky Streaker door lever by YSG for Bankston Architectural
Dezeen Showroom: created by interior designers YSG for Australian brand Bankston Architectural, these door handles are decorated with stripes of alternating coloured timber. More about Kooky Streaker door lever by YSG for Bankston Architectural