Design News

Shigeru Ban's "Tamedia Building" is made entirely out of timber without the use of nails, screws or glue to keep it together. >

Inducing a fairytale atmosphere, Tord Boontje has reinvented the experience of drinking champagne. >

Ice cream colours, gyroscope-like technology, ideal for public and private use, and designed to last generations... meet the Scoop chair by KiBiSi. >

Patricia Urquiola's new Mafalda armchair uses moulding technology to create a soft shell - and the materials used in the production are recycled and recyclable. >

Jaime Hayón's collection of garden furniture for BD Barcelona includes vases, planters, benches, chairs and a beautiful watering can. >

Tom Dixon explores the concept of contrasts and will launch his new "Rough and Smooth" collection at Milan Furniture Fair 2013. >

Kraftisan's new Flapstand is a handy laptop stand made of birch plywood with cork finishes. >

Ross Lovegrove will reveal a futuristic car concept that combines nature and technology at the 2013 Milan Furniture Fair. >

WHOLE WORLD Water proposes a sustainable alternative to high-priced bottled water, with an iconic design by Yves Béhar. >

Daniel Ting Chong and Jordan Metcalf use graphic design to outline South Africa's economic status. >

Richard Hart's "Night and Light and Neverness" exhibition looks into African rituals, magic and mysticism. >