Design News

Vin Varavarn Architects, a Bangkok-based firm, developed a new architectural typology for earthquake resistant schools. >

JeeYoung Lee taps into her dreams and memories to create enchanting worlds in her studio. >

Humanitarian architect Patricia Erimescu designed an off-grid library built with recycled and locally sourced materials. >

Japanese researcher develops a fork that adds a salty taste to sodium-free food. >

Polish illustrator Igor Morski uses mixed media and photo manipulation to explore the ills of the world. >

Foldable material designed by Harvard engineers can change its shape, size, and volume. >

Rehabilitation team designs an adjustable wheelchair to help paraplegic people be more productive in daily activities. >

Confronted with something terrifying, the characters in Yeom Ji-Hee’s work must face their fears. >

Energy-generating bus shelter sets the standard for solar glass infrastructure in city spaces. >

The LJ series by Dutch studio De Vorm is a range of chairs and stools that feature a strong, soft felt material that is made of recycled PET bottles. >

Refugee Phones turns commercial radio into personal media for refugees to contact their mothers. >