Palermo floor tiles by Grespania
Dezeen Showroom: Spanish ceramics manufacturer Grespania has released a range of porcelain flooring tiles that are designed to imitate the muted hues and minimal white veining of Augustus Grey marble from Central Asia. More about Palermo floor tiles by Grespania
C-Next Designers Europe explores designs for a "meaningful future"
Promotion: Spanish surfaces company Cosentino has welcomed hundreds of international designers to Almeria, Spain, as part of C-Next Designers Europe, one of the continent's largest interior design conventions. More about C-Next Designers Europe explores designs for a "meaningful future"
Owwi seating collection by Arnau Reyna for Actiu
Dezeen Showroom: design studio Arnau Reyna has created the Owwi seating collection for office furniture brand Actiu, which features a wrap-around back and armrests designed to envelop the sitter. More about Owwi seating collection by Arnau Reyna for Actiu
Researchers develop renewable and biodegradable power sources using bacteria
Promotion: four international researchers have explored ways to develop energy sources that are both renewable and compostable using bacteria and biomaterials. More about Researchers develop renewable and biodegradable power sources using bacteria
Textures surfacing collection by 3form
Dezeen Showroom: from elaborate art deco patterns to the clean vertical lines of reeded glazing, American materials manufacturer 3form has released a range of new textures for its glass alternative Vari. More about Textures surfacing collection by 3form
Smac Studio transforms duplex with project management platform Programa
Promotion: utilising a new project management platform named Programa, interior design studio Smac Studio has outfitted a duplex in Australia with blue-toned stone. More about Smac Studio transforms duplex with project management platform Programa
Ten architecture and design projects by students at Kean University
Dezeen School Shows: a project that uses VR technology to display the history of Nantucket, Massachusetts, is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at Kean University in New Jersey. More about Ten architecture and design projects by students at Kean University
My ArchiSchool showcases 10 student design projects
Dezeen School Shows: an art gallery designed in the shape of a jumping fish and a lotus-shaped stadium are included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at My ArchiSchool. More about My ArchiSchool showcases 10 student design projects
Hong Kong Design Institute presents eight design projects
Dezeen School Shows: a costume design informed by both video games and a classic children's book is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at Hong Kong Design Institute. More about Hong Kong Design Institute presents eight design projects
Croma furniture collection by Lagranja Design for Systemtronic
Dezeen Showroom: curved lines and a warm-toned colour palette define the Croma furniture collection, designed by Barcelona studio Lagranja Design for furniture brand Systemtronic. More about Croma furniture collection by Lagranja Design for Systemtronic
Material Bank opens up "new realm of possibilities" in material sampling across Europe
Promotion: US material sample brand Material Bank is launching its services in Europe, which will offer European architects and designers "the most sustainable way to search and sample materials". More about Material Bank opens up "new realm of possibilities" in material sampling across Europe
Palm Compact Comfort A bar stool by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla
Dezeen Showroom: designed by French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla, the Palm Compact Comfort A bar stool combines the elegant proportions of a classic bar stool with the comfort of a chair. More about Palm Compact Comfort A bar stool by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla
IE University launches sustainability-focused Masters in Architecture
Promotion: Spain's IE University has launched a Masters in Architecture that has been specifically designed for global architects who are "committed to sustainability and social impact". More about IE University launches sustainability-focused Masters in Architecture
Gago rocking chair by Dam
Dezeen Showroom: to celebrate 10 years since its establishment, Portuguese design brand Dam has released a cork-clad rocking chair informed by the appearance of seaplanes. More about Gago rocking chair by Dam
Eight projects by students at Hong Kong Design Institute
Dezeen School Shows: a collection of silver jewellery informed by the process of making a phone call is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at Hong Kong Design Institute. More about Eight projects by students at Hong Kong Design Institute
Lualdi expands international reach with new London showroom
Promotion: Italian door designer Lualdi has opened a flagship London showroom, which aims to promote its international reach. More about Lualdi expands international reach with new London showroom
Palm armchair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla
Dezeen Showroom: with wide cushions atop a metal frame, Parla's Palm armchair by architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte intends to add an inviting touch to indoor or outdoor settings. More about Palm armchair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla
Lapala 25th anniversary chair by Lievore Altherr Molina for Expormim
Dezeen Showroom: first created in 1988, Spanish brand Expormim and studio Lievore Altherr Molina are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their Lapala chair with an updated woven version. More about Lapala 25th anniversary chair by Lievore Altherr Molina for Expormim
Palm A chair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla
Dezeen Showroom: designed by French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla, the Palm A chair is created to be used both inside and outdoors. More about Palm A chair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Parla
Marvel Onyx surfaces by Atlas Concorde
Dezeen Showroom: Italian ceramics brand Atlas Concorde has created a collection of marble-effect porcelain stoneware named Marvel Onyx, informed by the luminosity and veined surfacing of natural onyx stone. More about Marvel Onyx surfaces by Atlas Concorde