The sun will power a key part of NASA's upcoming Artemis 1 mission via a solar sail developed by Alabama company NeXolve to fly a craft into deep space without needing fuel. More about NASA space mission to demonstrate "very high velocity" solar-sail technology
Dezeen Showroom: kitchen brand Space Theory has released a minimal kitchen island that is made up of a basic welded steel structure with storage and amenities slotted in. More about Daylight kitchen island by Space Theory
The London Fire Brigade has unveiled its updated typeface designed by Studio Sutherl& and The Foundry Types at the Running Towards exhibition of graphic artworks informed by the organisation's design heritage. More about London Fire Brigade "celebrates bravery" with exhibition marking launch of updated typeface
Dutch Design Week, Utopian Hours and Light + Building are among the architecture and design events featured in Dezeen Events Guide this month. More about Six architecture and design events in October from Dezeen Events Guide
American design agency Level has developed a home fitness device comprising a compact weights cabinet with a dock for a smartphone that uses artificial intelligence to provide feedback on the user's form. More about Tempo Move uses AI to deliver trainer-guided home workouts
Dezeen Showroom: Thai furniture and accessories brand Thingg Store has collaborated with Thinkk Studio to create a pendant lamp with a shade made from woven palm leaves. More about Sarn lamps by Thinkk Studio for Thingg Store
Dezeen Showroom: self-cleaning, accurate temperature controls and chef assistance are part of the package with the combi-steam oven, from the 400 series by kitchen brand Gaggenau. More about Combi-steam oven 400 series by Gaggenau
Netherlands-based Studio Job has created a curved bronze-and-glass sculpture named The Embrace for Dutch art institute KunstKerk as a humourous update on traditional stained-glass windows. More about Studio Job creates "surrealist take on classical church windows" in front of KunstKerk
Sports brand Hummel has designed toned-down football kits for the Danish national team to play in at the FIFA 2022 World Cup as a protest against the event being hosted in Qatar. More about Denmark unveils World Cup kits as "protest against Qatar and its human rights record"
Dezeen Showroom: Australian rug brand Armadillo has designed a trio of hand-knotted rugs that aim to explore "the tension between the softness and strength". More about Sistine rug collection by Armadillo
Sportswear company Adidas has partnered with Soul Cap to launch a swimming cap for people with afro or voluminous hair, following FINA's decision to reverse its controversial ban on its use in professional competitions. More about Adidas and Soul Cap release swimming cap designed for Black hair
British graphic designer Peter Saville has created an updated brand identity for Italian fashion house Ferragamo, transforming its handwritten logo into a custom serif typeface that references stone inscriptions. More about Peter Saville updates Ferragamo brand identity with custom typeface
Dezeen Showroom: created by Japanese designer Seiki Ishii for Kyoto-based design firm Seiki Design Studio, Bell is a mobile lamp made from recycled glass that can be used as a floor lamp, table lamp or wall-mounted light. More about Bell lamp by Seiki Ishii for Seiki Design Studio
Promotion: leading online art marketplace Artsper presents a selection of handpicked pieces of art from ten international artists that can be used to decorate and add character to the interior of any home. More about Ten stylish Artsper artworks designed to enhance the home
Dezeen Showroom: the Universal Accessories collection by German bathroom brand Axor is designed to be functional while adding a sense of personal style to bathroom interiors. More about Universal Accessories bathroom collection by Axor
The International Olympic Committee has unveiled its brand identity for the Olympics, which includes custom typefaces, illustrations and graphics that aim to bring the legacy of the games into the modern world. More about IOC reveals "vibrant" brand identity for the Olympics
London-based designer Samuel Wilkinson has created a prototype of a tree-like structure called Ecacia that harvests solar energy while providing a public place to shelter during very hot weather. More about Solar-harvesting Ecacia by Samuel Wilkinson mimics trees of African savannahs
Dezeen Showroom: designer Peter Fehrentz has developed the Harri writing desk for German brand More, aiming to give creatives plenty of space to lose themselves in their work. More about Harri writing desk by Peter Fehrentz for More
After 6,500 votes, projects by Peca and Sabine Marcelis are ahead in the Dezeen Awards 2022 public vote design categories. Vote now for your favourite! More about See who's ahead in the Dezeen Awards 2022 design public vote
Designer Octave de Gaulle has wrapped a glass bottle in an aeronautical-grade aluminium shell for French champagne house Maison Mumm, to allow champagne to be drunk in space. More about Mumm Cordon Rouge Stellar is "first champagne bottle designed for space travel"