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The power of Icelandic crystals are captured in the 101.86° light
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Thomas Vailly and Laura Lynn Jansen examine the colourful nature of crystals to create layers of colourful illumination.
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1 Jul 15
Architects will love Nendo’s new bag for Tod’s
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The acclaimed Japanese studio designs a multi-purpose bag with architects’ needs in mind for Italian brand Tod’s.
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22 Jun 15
The classic wooden toy gets a technological twist
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Avakai embraces the best of both worlds – artisanal children’s toys of the past and the technological advances of today.
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22 Jun 15
Wiid Design launches the world's largest cork pendant
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South African designer Laurie Wiid van Heerden continues his love affair with cork as he launches the world’s largest Façade grade cork pendant lamp.
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19 Jun 15
Hyko the polar bear will be your energy conscience
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The colour-changing Hyko Bear turns environmental awareness into a playful game for the family.
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12 Jun 15
Nivea has created a doll that suffers from sunburn
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In order to help teach kids about the importance of wearing sunscreen, Nivea has created this doll that turns red without protection.
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9 Jun 15
The MOTI rules out all excuses for bad habits
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The MOTI is a personable smart accessory that helps you train yourself into good habits.
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8 Jun 15
Cocoon Light by Clarisse Design
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Durban-based studio Clarisse Design launches a light inspired by the silk web of a cocoon.
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4 Jun 15
Matali Crasset’s “We Trust In Wood” project supports local craftsmen in France
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Matali Crasset collaborates with craftsmen in the rural French woodland of La Muese.
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4 Jun 15
A cell phone designed to be used as little as possible
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The Lightphone is a thoughtfully designed phone that allows you to be more connected to the moment.
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2 Jun 15
Skinny laMinx launches Diggi Dot collection
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African Design
South Africa's favourite fabric designer, Heather Moore of Skinny laMinx, goes all sweet and subtle in her new collection.
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2 Jun 15
Buzz lamp by The Artisan
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African Design
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A rugged copper-pipe lamp from Ingrid Auret and Jovan Geldenhuys of The Artisan launches today.
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1 Jun 15
Tri-light standing lamp by Dark Horse
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African Design
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Cape Town studio Dark Horse launches a minimal lamp with their signature angular aesthetic.
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28 May 15
Juno blanket by Mungo Designs
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Mungo Design have revived an age-old tradition of giving the gift of warmth.
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21 May 15
A contemporary folding chair by David Irwin Studio
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British designer David Irwin showcases his contemporary folding chair at the exhibition "Tools for Everyday Life" at ICFF 2015.
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15 May 15
Woven grass handbags by DXP
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Pichulik collaborates with Design Africa and the Du Noon Urban Weavers on a collection of unusual bags made of rope and indigenous grass.
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12 May 15
Sunken candleholders by Adriana Castillo Cota
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Mexican designer Adriana Castillo Cota draws on ship wreckages for a collection of striking candleholders.
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11 May 15
Argali and Dew by Hella Jongerius
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Hella Jongerius’s two new rug designs will give handmade enthusiasts a reason to celebrate.
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22 Apr 15
Gong Repeater by Jordi Pla
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This Spanish designer creates a wall clock that forces people to slow down.
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20 Apr 15
Self-made Seat by Matali Crasset
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The ever-playful French designer deconstructs the sofa into an endlessly adjustable seating system.
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16 Apr 15
GRID sofa by Studio Pool
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A mix-and-match sofa-cum-daybed made of modular geometric elements.
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13 Apr 15
The FES watch by Fashion Entertainments
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Fashion & Jewellery Design
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The FES Watch, made of electronic paper, is a blank canvas that displays a range of patterns activated by user gestures.
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13 Apr 15
PRISM Collection by Tokujin Yoshioka
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The Japanese designer continues his love affair with all things transparent in this bold but understated range for Glas Italia.
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10 Apr 15
Bowl table lamp by New Works
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The latest light by the Copenhagen design studio is a modern-day take on a portable lantern.
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7 Apr 15
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