Electrolux mentors students on home, sustainability and culture
In a new partnership with Milan's Domus Academy, Electrolux will mentor 10 students in its Masters Program in Product Design. Students will propose solutions for the kitchen inspired by the home,...
View ArticleIKEA transfers to solar power in eight California stores
IKEA today announced plans to install solar energy panels on eight of its California locations. Pending governmental permits, installation can begin in late Fall, with completion expected in early...
View ArticleSeoul to host World Design Survey 2010 Forum
International design researchers and policymakers will join together at a forum next month between Icograda and the Seoul Metropolitan Government. The meeting, hosted by The Seoul Design Foundation...
View ArticleSurvey shows architects feel a renewed sense of confidence
For the first time since February 2010, architects are more optimistic about their commercial outlook, verified within every key indicator, including staffing levels, predicted workload, and across all...
View ArticleRose Tarlow to receive Design Leadership award
The Decorative Arts and Design Council (DADC) of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) will honor designer Rose Tarlow with its third annual Design Leadership Award next month. The Design...
View ArticleContrasting broader economic trends, industry confidence rises
AIGA’s Design Leaders Confidence Index increased nearly thre points in the third quarter of 2010, consistent with levels in October 2009. In rating the current design economy as compared to six months...
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Unexpected jewelry collection by Hariri & Hariri Architects
The New York-based sister architecture team has tried their hand at jewelry for Swarovski Atelier to be in stores for the holidays. Their inspiration for the 'Kryptonite' collection was inspired by...
View ArticleMoMA's Paola Antonelli addresses 'What's Next in Design'
In an age of increasingly restrictive energy codes, and with significant outside pressures upon lighting designers' work, lighting professionals from around the world asked "How do we get back to what...
View ArticleRSA announces Royal Designers for Industry for 2010
Five UK designers were recognized for their outstanding contribution to design and society by The Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce at the Royal Designers for...
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Design Miami/ announces list of participating galleries
This December, an international selection of galleries specializing in limited-edition design will present some of the most sought after pieces in their collections, along with new works specially...
View ArticleGarden and Gun and Taigan celebrate Southern artists
Taigan and Garden and Gun magazine, celebrate the "Made in the South" award winners and the rich cultural tradition of craft, design and ingenuity in small, Southern-based businesses. Winners in five...
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Designer Michael Valles expands L.A. retail chain
Los Angeles-based interior designer Michael Valles has announced the opening of a West Hollywood retail location for his design firm Interior Illusions early next year. The store will be the exclusive...
View ArticleEthan Allen hires new Director, former head of McCann
Home furnishings retail giant Ethan Allen announced that its Board of Directors has elected John J. Dooner, Jr. as a director of the Company to serve through 2011. “The Ethan Allen brand, known for...
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Online home/lifestyle mag launches: The Pied a Terre
The Pied a Terre, a new monthly online magazine founded by interior designer Urban Karlsson and photographer Ron Reeves, launched this week. The premier issue includes stories featuring interior...
View ArticlePacific Design Center opens to consumers on Saturdays
In the wake of the Chicago Merchandise Mart's announcement this summer to open to the public, meaning consumers may make purchases through the Mart's on-site designers, the Pacific Design Center has...
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Bloggers announce launch of 'High Gloss' in January
High Gloss, a new online shelter magazine with the tag line A Guide to a Well Lived Life, is scheduled to launch early next year. The founding team consists of a fashionable set of female bloggers...
View ArticleHGTV announces open call for upcoming 'Design Star'
HGTV’s Design Star, returning for a sixth season, will feature a competition of professional interior designers, contractors, stylists, architects and artists, who must navigate innovative design...
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Roche Bobois celebrates 50 years and a new partnership
French furniture retailer Roche Bobois celebrated its 50th anniversary last night at its Manhattan flagship showroom at an event co-hosted by Architectural Digest. The event marked the official debut...
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Knoll announces plans to distribute in India
Beginning in 2011 Knoll will begin opening a series of flagship "experience centers" in Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore. The centers will replicate the showroom environments that Knoll has created in North...
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Christopher Guy to receive 'Design Icon' award
Interior and furniture designer Christopher Guy will receive the Design Icon award from World Market Center Las Vegas and Las Vegas Design Center during Winter Market. The Design Icon award celebrates...
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