Design
At Norway’s chic Stockholm Embassy, modernist design meets Nordic diplomacy
The warm, considered interiors of Norway’s embassy in Stockholm is a reflection of the nation’s character and its culture of craft and unity.
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Mönchspoint in Tengling: the farmhouse renovation you’ll want to move into
When Andreas Müller committed to the restoration of a centuries-old farmhouse, he came up against the harsh realities of historic redevelopment. After years of work, he has finally brought it back to life.
On the hunt for a vintage Braun collectable? Only/Once Shop is the place to start
What began as Filip Triner’s personal collection of 20th-century Brussels-style design quickly evolved into something bigger. We speak to the collector-turned-vendor of vintage Braun products.
Grab a seat at Trovo, Madrid’s chair specialist sitting pretty
After more than two decades in the antiques and restoration industries, Lola Feijóo has opened a shop devoted entirely to seating.
Small tags, big statements: The art and design of iconic clothing labels
For canny designers, a small label is the place to set the tone. Brands such as Fiorucci, Fjällräven and CYC use clever illustrations and bold colours to sketch out their style philosophy.
Meet Rena Dumas and RDAI, the design minds creating beautiful Hermès boutiques worldwide
The award-winning practice behind Hermès’s unique boutiques is harnessing craft and architecture to help brands bring their values to life in physical spaces.
Galician wood: Meet the manufacturer going against the grain to prop up a region
The Spanish wood-products company Finsa is breathing life into Galicia’s economy and sustaining its natural environment by dovetailing a behemoth operation with circular efficiency.
Forma follows function as Madrid’s first collectable design fair makes its debut
Forma Design Fair Madrid brings together international galleries and Spanish artisans, suggesting the city’s long-brewing design scene is finally ready for the spotlight.
Scales in comparison: Matter and Shape 2026’s theme spotlights industry giants and artisans alike
Matter and Shape returns to Paris with 76 exhibitors. The 2026 salon explores scale and how objects, from chairs to textiles, can have both personal and public impact.
That’s right! I’m getting a facelift. Parisians will be sorry
Renzo Piano is turning his hand to Paris's tallest building. Spare a thought for the Tour Montparnasse's struggles.
Three bold furniture studios making Palma a design outpost to watch
Whether you’re looking to fill an island home with beautiful designs or select some statement pieces to be shipped across sea, these three studios are the names you need to know.
