The Networked City at the New York Festival of Ideas looked to the various technological and social networks that make cities function well. >

Plyboard plus PVC plastic pipes equals a recycle recliner chair, which happens to be very comfortable. >

A new festival in New York calls on the power of the creative community to explore notions of a future city. >

The design of Aram Lello's Community Bench is both multi-functional and great for encouraging social interactions. >

A new restaurant experience in Europe uses only solar energy to cook the food. >

Alessi have ventured into the field of lighting design with their new Alessilux project. >

Patricia Urquiola’s BiKnit Chair for Moroso highlights the importance of detail while creating a tactile seating experience. >

Upcycling has never been as attractive as Coca-Cola is making the versatile 111 Navy Chair®. >

Elisa Strozyk's Accordion Cabinet and Wooden Textiles point to the possibilities of wood as a very flexible material. >

“Cocoon” was the abstract theme of a glass vase installation by Nendo at the Milan Furniture Fair recently. >

South African fashion designer Gavin Rajah has launched a gorgeous home ware collection. >

South African interior designers can now strut their stuff in a new competition that recognises interior design excellence. >

Jasper Morrison’s Hal chair for Vitra is multi-functional and super comfortable. >

Design Indaba Expo 2011 was more than a showcase of local creativity, it was a celebration of design, culture, innovation and fun. >