Jennifer Hahn
US approves deployment of giant space mirror to illuminate Earth after dark
California startup Reflect Orbital has received permission from the US federal government to test a controversial satellite bearing a 18-metre-wide mirror, which the company claims could help to light up streets and fuel solar farms at night. More about US approves deployment of giant space mirror to illuminate Earth after dark
Nokia unveils nostalgic dumbphones with dedicated AI button
Tech company HMD has launched a range of retro Nokia brick phones with limited internet capabilities and an AI assistant button integrated into the centre of the keypad. More about Nokia unveils nostalgic dumbphones with dedicated AI button
Overstimulated design student creates satisfyingly minimal focus timer
Frustrated by her own struggle to stay focused while studying, product design student Carrie Lee has developed a portable task timer that hopes to rival the addictiveness of smartphones. More about Overstimulated design student creates satisfyingly minimal focus timer
Casul chair unfolds to become a children's play set
Only two moves are needed to transform this children's seat into a rudimentary castle, in a project that has earned Irish furniture designer James Murphy one of the top prizes at London's annual New Designers showcase. More about Casul chair unfolds to become a children's play set
Five inflatable garments that use air to regulate the wearer's temperature
On the heels of Rick Owens's fan-powered Adidas tracksuits blowing up at Paris Fashion Week, we've rounded up five examples of pneumatic outerwear that doubles as personal aircon. More about Five inflatable garments that use air to regulate the wearer's temperature
Lacoste incorporates 290 crocodiles into special edition Alpine race car
The tongue of Lacoste's reptilian mascot served as the unlikely inspiration for this one-off Alpine A290 Rally, with all-red interiors designed to feel like "stepping into the crocodile's mouth". More about Lacoste incorporates 290 crocodiles into special edition Alpine race car
Rick Owens creates Adidas tracksuits that double as personal airconditioning
Tiny built-in fans help to circulate air around the wearer of these inflatable Adidas jogging suits, unveiled by fashion designer Rick Owens as part of his Spring Summer 27 menswear show in Paris during the city's record-breaking heatwave. More about Rick Owens creates Adidas tracksuits that double as personal airconditioning
Cubitts' first dedicated headquarters take over Victorian stable in King's Cross
British firm 51 Architecture has converted the former stables of a vinegar brewery into a head office for local eyewear brand Cubitts, now home to "the only spectacle-making workshop in central London". More about Cubitts' first dedicated headquarters take over Victorian stable in King's Cross
Ron Arad, Alison Brooks, Max Lamb and Faye Toogood recognised in King's Birthday Honours
Architect Alison Brooks and designers Ron Arad, Faye Toogood and Max Lamb are among the industry leaders who have been recognised in King Charles III's 2026 Birthday Honours list. More about Ron Arad, Alison Brooks, Max Lamb and Faye Toogood recognised in King's Birthday Honours
The Sagrada Familia was so ahead of its time it was "almost clairvoyant"
A century after the death of Antoni Gaudí, the central tower of the Sagrada Familia will be inaugurated by Pope Leo XIV tomorrow. For our Gaudí Centenary series we look at the mastery of the algorithmic design behind it. More about The Sagrada Familia was so ahead of its time it was "almost clairvoyant"
Massive Attack stage graphic creates "illusion of data being harvested" from audience
London studio United Visual Artists mocks the surveillance software of controversial spy-tech company Palantir in its graphics created for trip-hop duo Massive Attack's latest run of live shows. More about Massive Attack stage graphic creates "illusion of data being harvested" from audience
Michael Anastassiades closes lighting brand to refocus on design full time
Designer Michael Anastassiades has announced the closure of his eponymous lighting brand after 20 years in business, telling Dezeen he plans to dedicate his newfound free time "solely to creating things". More about Michael Anastassiades closes lighting brand to refocus on design full time
Five everyday products that are leading the self-repair revolution
As countries drag their heels on adopting right to repair legislation, designers are forging ahead and reimagining some of our most used products – from sofas to whole electric cars – so they can be fixed by anyone. More about Five everyday products that are leading the self-repair revolution
Retro arcade game parodying Trump's "insane undeclared war" on Iran appears in Washington DC
Players pick between ordering a Diet Coke or declaring war on Iran in a video game created by artist collective The Secret Handshake, accusing President Donald Trump of treating the deadly conflict as if it were a game. More about Retro arcade game parodying Trump's "insane undeclared war" on Iran appears in Washington DC
Is parametricism the defining architecture style of the 21st century?
In the latest episode of Dezeen Weekly, we give listeners a crash course in parametricism, from its origins to its much-disputed claim of being the most significant architectural style since modernism. More about Is parametricism the defining architecture style of the 21st century?
Dezeen picks the eight most covetable products from IKEA's latest PS collection
For the first time in nearly 10 years, IKEA has unveiled a new edition of its experimental PS collection, known for letting "designers go a bit more wild". Here, Dezeen spotlights eight standout pieces from the range, most of which cost under £100. More about Dezeen picks the eight most covetable products from IKEA's latest PS collection
Sci-fi lamps and inflatable furniture among six trends to know from Milan design week
That's a wrap on Milan design week 2026. Here are six trends to know from the industry’s biggest event of the year, starring a blow-up IKEA chair and a creepy AI-powered chandelier. More about Sci-fi lamps and inflatable furniture among six trends to know from Milan design week
Labubu-creator Kasing Lung ventures into collectible furniture with USM
Illustrations of Kasing Lung's infamous Labubu character are emblazoned on classic white USM Haller cabinets as part of a collaboration unveiled by the Swiss furniture maker at Milan design week. More about Labubu-creator Kasing Lung ventures into collectible furniture with USM
Design platform Capsule accused of not paying "dozens" of contributors
As Capsule magazine prepares to host the fourth edition of its popular Capsule Plaza exhibition at Milan design week, a chorus of previous collaborators has accused the company of a pattern of non-payment. More about Design platform Capsule accused of not paying "dozens" of contributors
Five key pieces to look out for in V&A's Schiaparelli exhibition according to its curator
As a landmark exhibition on avant-garde fashion house Schiaparelli opens at London's V&A, curator Sonnet Stanfill walks Dezeen through five highlights and hidden gems you won't want to miss. More about Five key pieces to look out for in V&A's Schiaparelli exhibition according to its curator