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Synergy between real estate and interior design

Candice Quinn of London Pierce Design talks synergy between real estate and design trends, the importance of collaboration with developers on large-scale projects, and the growing influence of technology, sustainability, and wellness for her projects. 

Fashion for your home: STARK and Missoni unveil new collection

The collaboration also introduces 10 stunning carpet styles, each showcasing Missoni’s signature flair and STARK’s meticulous attention to detail.

Hudson Grace’s first-ever collaboration with Diane Keaton

Hudson Grace announces its inaugural collaboration with none other than renowned actress Diane Keaton. The brand and taste maker came together to create a bold, yet classic home collection that features over 100 pieces.

Genetically engineered ‘super wood’ absorbs more carbon and reduces emissions

Researchers at the University of Maryland genetically modified poplar trees to lower their lignin content by 12.8 per cent. Lignin is a key component that makes wood durable but complicates its processing.

Design Business Blueprint: Are politics too taboo to discuss with clients?

Welcome to the August edition of Design Business Blueprint. This month, we delve into a topic that’s becoming increasingly relevant in today’s polarized world: discussions of politics with clients. Is it a good thing or something to be avoided? How do you handle it if and when politics comes up? And what are the pros and cons of being publicly political for your brand?

Tom Faulkner’s steel silhouettes

In his workshop outside London, Tom Faulkner transforms raw metal into award-winning furniture designs, emphasizing strong silhouettes and clean lines.

Adding up the pluses at Kaminski + Pew

The “+” in Kaminski + Pew represents the additive nature of the Philadelphia-based firm. It offers architecture + interior design services. Its work is elegant + kid friendly. It balances a love of historic buildings + a goal of creating spaces for contemporary living.

Sustainable luxury with Summer Jensen

Interior designers are challenging traditional notions of luxury, embracing sustainability without compromising on style. This week’s guest on Disruptive Design is one of the designers at the forefront of this movement is Summer Jensen, founder of Hawk & Co., who’s proving that opulence and environmental responsibility can coexist beautifully.

Can the new Michael Graves line make accessible furniture a thing?

A new Michael Graves Design collection of accessible furniture for Pottery Barn will introduce the concept to a large audience — and may inspire other brands to serve older consumers and those with disabilities.