We chat to the organisers of the Hors Pistes project, which pairs European designers with foreign artisans, as they wrap up a workshop in Banfora, Burkina Faso. >

Shoe designer Sara Gulyas shares some astute and savvy advice gleaned from launching her start-up brand, Pikkpack, with funding from Kickstarter. >

This collection of misshapen bowls captures the performative act of making. >

Dutch designer Borre Akkersdijk has created an eye-catching suit that is a wearable connected platform – with technological applications way beyond that. >

Two graduates of Pasadena’s Art Center College of Design have designed an early warning system that connects a special sensor to your smartphone. >

Shelter is one of the most basic human needs. We round up four innovative designs for temporary shelter. >