Abode Abroad

AI and craftsmanship merge at Heimtextil 26/27

Artificial intelligence has long been part of design – precise, efficient, omnipresent. At the same time, there is a growing desire for the handmade, for intuition and irregularity.

Design Miami announces preview highlights for inaugural Seoul event

Under its new In Situ initiative, Design Miami presents a 14-day exhibition dedicated to Korean collectible design in collaboration with the Seoul Design Foundation

Original in Berlin founder Lars Triesch, showcases his one-of-a-kind Ray Kappe Home in Berlin

Designed by the late, great Ray Kappe, the home seamlessly merges the warmth and openness of Southern California architecture with the serene beauty of the German countryside, creating a perfect reflection of Triesch’s eye for timeless design.

Frieze Seoul 2025: The artists, ideas and galleries shaping this year’s fair

Asia’s expanding creative voice takes centre stage at the fourth edition of the fair
Bringing together celebrated figures, rising stars, and today’s most compelling new voices in modern and contemporary art, Frieze Seoul’s highlights include works by Mark Bradford, Georges Braque, Lee Bul, Ha Chong-Hyun, George Condo, Jadé Fadojutimi, Adolph Gottlieb, Anne Imhof, Rashid Johnson, Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, Nam June Paik, Do Ho Suh, Wolfgang Tillmans, Rirkrit Tiravanija, Ulay, Zadie Xa, Haegue Yang, Anicka Yi and many more
Launching during fair week, Frieze House Seoul will provide a permanent, year-round space for cultural dialogue, extending Frieze’s presence in the region beyond the fair

Project feature: Horizon House by Onus Architecture

Horizon House by ONUS Architecture Studio is a net-zero residence in Syros, Greece, seamlessly embedded in the Cycladic terrain. Combining architectural minimalism with regenerative strategies—including off-grid energy, water reuse, and ecosystem restoration—the project redefines island living through a climate-adaptive, site-sensitive approach. Winner of the 2025 Architizer A+ Award for Best Sustainable Residential Project.

Molteni&C furnishes the Italian embassy in London

Molteni&C is one of the key contributors to the redesign of the Embassy of Italy in London, curated by Nick Vinson alongside Avanti Architects.

First look at Design Miami’s inaugural Seoul event

Under its new In Situ initiative, Design Miami presents a 14-day exhibition dedicated to Korean collectible design in collaboration with the Seoul Design Foundation

Stefano Gallizioli’s slow, sartorial upholstery collaboration with Neutra

It all began with a sofa — a bespoke piece designed by Gallizioli for the entrance of Emanuele Chicco Busnelli’s offices, the soul behind the company. More than just a seat, it was conceived as a grounded presence: sculptural, solid, and quietly inviting, anchoring the space with understated gravity.

Sneak peek at Heimtextil 2026

From decorative and furniture fabrics to wallpaper, flooring and carpets, to mattresses, bed linen and table linen – Heimtextil brings together a diverse product range for holistic interior design from 13 to 16 January 2026. Interior designers and buyers from the hospitality and retail sectors find the latest textile and non-textile material innovations under one roof.

Designing the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

WATG’s Mark Yoshizaki discusses how Nobu Residences Los Cabos blends Japanese minimalism, local Mexican craftsmanship, and a lifestyle-driven design philosophy. As hospitality and residential design increasingly converge, the project exemplifies how branded residences are redefining luxury living through personalized, wellness-focused spaces that fluidly adapt from hotel to home.