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  • gt2P
    What if we can recreate and control lava?
    Design News > Industrial Design / Product Design
    gt2P, a Chilean studio investigates the material properties of volcanic lava. >
    6 Feb 17
  • The KNIT by Curver collection celebrates functional, colourful deep-texture design
    The KNIT by Curver collection celebrates functional, colourful deep-texture design
    Design News > Art & Photography / Product Design
    The KNIT by Curver collection combines a 3D-knitted look with functional, plastic products. >
    14 Oct 15
  • Metal works
    Design News > Product Design
    Carrol Boyes invites aspiring designers to submit their three-dimensional Serviette Holder prototypes. >
    28 Apr 11
  • Functional art with pride
    Design News > Craft / Product Design
    Design Indaba Expo 2010: African Queen by Nicola Leitch harnesses the African spirit to produce functional art. >
    3 Feb 10
  • Carrol Boyes call for entries
    Design News > Product Design / Craft
    Carrol Boyes Functional Art (CBFA) has announced the theme for the Metal 2008 New Designer Search: "Frame". >
    2 Feb 08
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