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S.pin Architect, an award-winning architectural firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is dedicated to pushing the envelope in architecture by blending urbanism, landscape design, and interior design. One of the most innovative projects, The Concrete Cloud, embodies the firm’s commitment to green architecture. The concept of the “concrete cloud” was developed to allow natural breezes to flow through the site while also providing protection from Malaysia’s tropical heat. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/drrq34cd Photo Credit: Courtesy of the designer

Pauline Lam’s Views from the Bridge – Lo and Behold seamlessly merges traditional artistry with cutting-edge technology, offering a fresh perspective on public art. This nearly 17-meter-long stainless steel railing takes its cues from the waves and fiddler crabs native to the area around the bridge, creating a design that interacts with its natural surroundings. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dB-XV8Hm Photo Credit: Courtesy of Pauline Lam

The NÁMI Collection is inspired by grand spaces and the arcades that often fill them. These architectural features gave the collection its unique starting point, creating furniture that merges form and function more immediately than traditional sci-fi designs. Unlike the stark, angular structures typically seen in the genre, these pieces introduce a more approachable aesthetic. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dF46ipf3 Photo Credit: Courtesy of NORNA Design

This project created by MMW arkitekter AS marks a milestone in Oslo’s journey toward a zero-emission future. As part of the city’s electrification of public transport, the charging towers ensure that ferry traffic on the Oslo Fjord now runs entirely on electricity, significantly reducing carbon emissions. Inspired by the ocean’s majestic creatures, the sperm whale and the giant squid, the design symbolizes harmony between nature and technology. Explore the project: https://lnkd.in/dkcwu2ik Photo Credit: Nils Petter Dale

Deaton Lysaght Architects, a design-led architectural consultancy renowned for its dynamic and innovative approach to addressing complex design challenges, brings a professional and quality-assured management style to every project. Their recent work transforming Naas Town Hall into a modern library showed their commitment to preserving historical architecture while integrating contemporary solutions. This project beautifully balances heritage conservation with cutting-edge design. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dxD9dW7W Photo Credit: Donal Murphy Photography

La Sienna, a recent project by the architecture studio CRÜ, is a remarkable example of how contemporary design can embrace sustainability and innovation while honoring the past. The thoughtful application of three essential strategies in the design of La Sienna demonstrates the studio’s commitment to merging aesthetics with functionality in a way that respects the environment and the space’s history. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d7R69dkF Photo Credit: Courtesy of Adrià Goula

The Bough Pot was developed to create products connecting users of the community hub with urban farming practices. Pots are gifted to facility users (e.g., daycare, food bank, gym) and sown with vegetable seedlings. Users then take the pots home and care for the plant. In spring, pots are returned and planted in community gardens with a head start on the annual growth cycle. As the Bough Pots are decomposable, they can be planted directly in the soil, reducing the risk of transplant shock and streamlining the planting process. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dNBgd9nV Photo Credit: Courtesy of the designer

Meet Maya, the visionary founder of Mayaprodesign creative studio. Maya’s journey into the design world began at a young age when she first picked up the violin and explored the arts. Her passion for creativity and a deep love for innovation led her to pursue a Master’s degree in Industrial Design, which she completed with distinction. Her work spans conceptual designs, branding, and packaging. She blends creativity with practicality to help clients in various industries - from food and beverage to technology - connect meaningfully with their audience. Explore the AQ Series by Maya Prokhorova: https://lnkd.in/dQ8TDrBC Photo Credit: Courtesy of the designer

The Clip Chair by bryan micallef studio is a stunning example of industrial ingenuity and artisanal craftsmanship. Micallef has developed a unique approach that blends sustainability with innovative design. The Clip Chair was inspired by the simplicity of the paperclip, the chair is crafted from sustainably sourced Tasmanian Blackwood, a wood known for its beauty and sustainability. The frame is carefully steam-bent and kiln-dried, allowing the once-straight wood to take on a fluid, organic shape. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dMiwebbK Photo Credit: Elise Scott

The Design Depths exhibition, presented by the Industrial Design Studio at the Faculty of Multimedia Communications (FMK), Tomas Bata University in Zlín, took place in October 2024. This innovative project offered a bold, experimental approach to visualizing complex relationships between objects. Building on the experiences of the ModificAI project showcased at Bratislava Design Week 2023, the exhibition explored connections across various design fields—furniture, consumer goods, automotive design—and how these relationships unfolded on multiple levels. Explore: https://lnkd.in/dUzcgXYd