A New Book Marks 75 Years of the Royal Festival Hall, London's Iconic ‘Egg in a Box’
Merrell has released a new book on the Royal Festival Hall to mark its 75th anniversary. The volume assembles 21 contributions from architects, musicians, historians and cultural programmers, accompanied by newly commissioned photographs from Edmund Sumner. It recounts the hall’s post‑war origins, its innovative ‘egg within a box’ auditorium, and its socially inclusive design that rejected class segregation. The publication underscores the building’s evolution from a controversial modernist structure to a Grade I‑listed cultural landmark.
C.P. Company’s Milan Design Week Collaboration with Alessi Reimagines the Ritual of Morning Coffee, Complete with Clothes to Match
C.P. Company and Italian design house Alessi have unveiled a joint collection for Milan Design Week 2026 that pairs reimagined coffee‑ware with matching apparel. The line features archival Alessi pieces—such as the 9090 espresso maker—hand‑sandblasted and finished in black PVD,...
A New House in a South Downs Village Is a Masterful Example of Modern Rural Design
Sandy Rendel Architects has completed Monkton, a 330 sqm four‑bedroom residence in Cuckfield, West Sussex. The house combines soft red clay brick, lime mortar and copper‑clad mono‑pitched roofs with prefabricated concrete staircases and bespoke steel columns. Its interior is split into...
'A Bed that Entirely Embraces You': Faye Toogood's Latest Collaboration with Poltrona Frau Is All About Comfort
British designer Faye Toogood has released the “Lie Low” bed with Italian luxury maker Poltrona Frau, debuting at Milan Design Week as part of the 2026 Salone del Mobile. The piece features a sculptural, “chubby” headboard wrapped in deliberately crinkled leather,...
Miu Miu’s Quilted ‘Wander’ Is a Contemporary It-Bag
Miu Miu has introduced the Wander, a miniature top‑handle bag that blends playful croissant‑shaped silhouette with the brand’s signature pillowy matelassé quilting. The bag arrives in candy‑hued satin, glossy taffeta and classic Nappa leather, with UK retail prices ranging from $2,700...
Fendi Casa's Enveloping Leather-Clad Armchair Was Inspired by the 'Peekaboo' Handbag
Fendi Casa has introduced the Peekachill armchair, the latest addition to its Peekasit seating range. Designed by the Milan‑Amsterdam collective Controvento, the piece translates the iconic Peekaboo handbag’s silhouette into a compact, leather‑clad lounge chair. Debuting at Salone del Mobile,...
This New Loewe Fragrance Is a Potent Reinterpretation of a House Classic
Loewe has unveiled Aire Sutileza Elixir, a high‑concentration reinterpretation of its 2017 bestseller Aire Sutileza. The new perfume, launched under creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, amplifies the original’s pear top notes with bergamot, lemon and the brand’s signature Spanish rockrose. Housed in a...
With Pecking Chickens and Tropical Cocktails, Massimiliano Locatelli Is Reviving the Millennia-Old Art of Mosaic Tile Murals
At Milan Design Week 2026, architect Massimiliano Locatelli transformed the SiMa Townhouse cocktail bar into "Glazed Bar," a three‑storey venue wrapped in hand‑crafted ceramic mosaic murals. The murals, produced by veteran Vietnamese artisans, depict a sky‑filled ground floor, a miniature...
Anna Park's New Show at Lehmann Maupin in London Offers a Voyeuristic Mix of the Abstract and the Figurative
Anna Park presents her first major London retrospective, “Hot Honey,” at Lehmann Maupin, blending large‑scale abstract charcoal and ink with figurative comic‑book references. The show critiques vintage pin‑up tropes and the male gaze, using playful symbols like bunny ears and...
Issey Miyake’s Colourful Sneaker Collaboration with Camper Is Inspired by the Plumage of a Bird
Issey Miyake and Spanish shoemaker Camper have launched the Karst Finch sneaker, the second joint collection between the two brands. The shoe’s design draws on the vivid plumage of common garden finches, resulting in a bold palette of pink, yellow,...
This Zig-Zagging Chair by Rimadesio Combines the Company's High Precision Manufacturing with an Expressive Design Language
Rimadesio and its sole designer Giuseppe Bavuso have launched the ‘Ori’ chair, a solid ash seat distinguished by a zig‑zag backrest. The chair offers a range of finishes, including black oak, thermotreated oak, and interchangeable seat materials such as woven...
Gallery Fumi Just Opened a New York Residency with a Joyful Celebration of Material and Craft
Gallery Fumi has opened a three‑month New York residency at Tribeca’s Galerie56, a Herzog & de Meuron‑designed space that marks the London design gallery’s longest‑ever U.S. show. The first phase, "Materials of Joy," runs through May 23 and presents 51 handcrafted works by more...
The May 2026 Milan Preview Issue of Wallpaper* Is on Sale Now
Wallpaper* has released its May 2026 Milan preview issue, timed for Milan Design Week and the Salone del Mobile. The edition highlights new Salone initiatives, including the collectible‑focused Salone Raritas and an OMA‑curated contract design section debuting in 2027. It also showcases...
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April 2026 marks a prolific wave of cultural and design openings across New York City, ranging from museum expansions and historic building conversions to new boutique hotels and niche galleries. Highlights include OMA’s New Museum expansion receiving a firm opening...
Peek Inside Sabrina Carpenter's 'House Tour' Mansion, on the Market for $36.8 Million in Los Angeles
Sabrina Carpenter’s new "House Tour" music video showcases a $36.8 million Hollywood Hills mansion, the 13,000‑sq‑ft Disco Volante Estate. Completed in 2023 by Vantage Design Group, the modernist property features an infinity pool, a sunken terrace lounge, and a secret underground...
Everything You Need to Know About the Met Gala 2026 and ‘Costume Art’ Exhibition
The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s 2026 Met Gala will be held on Monday, May 4, with the accompanying Costume Institute exhibition “Costume Art” opening on May 10 and running through January 10, 2027. The theme, “Costume Art,” examines the relationship between the...
Korea’s Striking Brutalist Buildings Are Captured in a New Visual Volume
Paul Tulett’s new book, *Brutalist Korea*, showcases over 220 photographs of more than 90 post‑war Korean concrete landmarks, ranging from Seoul’s Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Jeju’s Glass House. The volume traces brutalism’s emergence in the 1960s‑70s as a response to...
New to Cruise? Piero Lissoni Cushions the Culture Shock Onboard the Norwegian Luna
Norwegian Cruise Line launched the Norwegian Luna, the newest Prima‑Class luxury liner, on its inaugural Caribbean itinerary from Miami. The 1,056‑foot ship displaces 156,000 gross tonnes, carries 3,565 guests and 1,500 crew, and features the ultra‑luxury Haven suite area designed by...
Looking for a Fresh Take on a Classic Tubular Chair? Check Out This 1966 Reissue
The iconic CH66 chair, originally designed by Greek architect Nicos Zographos in 1966, has been reissued this year through a Karakter × Cassina collaboration and featured at Salone del Mobile 2026. The piece flips the classic Bauhaus cantilever into a B‑shaped silhouette...
This Games Table Pairs Armani Casa's Playful Streak with Art Deco Inspirations
Armani Casa has launched the ‘Borgonuovo’ games table, an art‑deco‑inspired piece that combines ebony wood, taupe leather, and a rotating checkered surface. The design includes hidden drawers for chess and checkers pieces, pull‑out cup holders, and brass‑finished edges bearing the...
Fumie Shibata’s Mirror Is Imagined to ‘Blur Boundaries While Introducing Rhythm Into Space’
Tokyo‑based designer Fumie Shibata has created “Soreto,” a mirror‑shelf hybrid for Flexform that will debut at Salone del Mobile 2026. The piece combines a curved, cowhide‑clad metal frame with a reflective surface, turning a wall mirror into a functional shelf....
Chef Sally Abé Finds Her Own Voice at Teal in Hackney
Chef Sally Abé, a veteran of Michelin‑starred kitchens, has launched her first solo venture, Teal, in Hackney, London. The restaurant showcases British seasonal produce, nostalgic flavors, and a minimalist design co‑created with her sister, Alice Webster. Abé continues her commitment to women’s...
Why the Windbreaker Is This Spring’s Defining Outerwear. Here Are Eight of the Best
Spring’s erratic weather in the UK is driving a shift toward lightweight, versatile outerwear, with the windbreaker emerging as the season’s defining piece. Designers from Saint Laurent to Prada are reimagining the classic shell with technical fabrics, bold silhouettes, and sustainable...
Raw Concrete Meets Candy Pastels in This Effortlessly Cool Prague Apartment
A 115 sq m Prague apartment on a 1930s building was completely renovated in 2026 by designer Prokop Hartl for a young family. The redesign blends raw concrete and industrial minimalism with candy‑pastel accents that reference the building’s art‑deco heritage. Open‑plan living...
In Two New Ikea Lamps, Italian Design and Scandi Simplicity Shine
Ikea has launched two new floor lamps—Mossplym and Trådnate—designed by Italian industrial designer Raffaella Mangiarotti, extending their partnership that began in early 2025. Mossplym, priced at about $90, combines an uplight and a reading lamp in solid oak, glass and Carrara...
Nao Tamura's Latest Design for Porro Is a Sculptural Object with a Deconstructivist Design Language
New‑York designer Nao Tamura has unveiled “Ryo,” a sculptural bookcase for Italian furniture maker Porro that draws on her Japanese heritage. The system consists of long aluminum shelves supported by adjustable triangular elements formed from a single folded sheet, giving...
Marni Is Taking over an Iconic Milanese Café for Design Week – and It’s Open to Everyone
Fashion house Marni is transforming Milan’s historic Pasticceria Cucchi into a three‑month pop‑up for Milan Design Week 2026. The “Marni x Cucchi” installation, created with RedDuo Studio, reimagines the café’s everyday objects—sugar packets, cups, uniforms—with bold mid‑century graphics and a joint logo....
Kelly Wearstler and H&M Home Announce Furniture Collaboration
Kelly Wearstler has partnered with H&M Home for the brand’s first furniture collaboration, unveiled at Milan Design Week 2026. The collection, presented in a site‑specific installation at Palazzo Acerbi, blends Wearstler’s signature aesthetic with modular, mix‑and‑match pieces across furniture, lighting...
New to the Market, This Hamptons Home by Bates Masi + Architects Is a Creative Retreat
A modest 1,352‑sq‑ft, two‑bedroom, two‑bath home in the East Hamptons, 131 Windward, is now on the market for $2,995,000. Designed by Bates Masi + Architects in 2005, the steel‑frame residence blends Frank Lloyd Wright and Japanese architectural cues with a contemporary, light‑filled interior. Set on a...
Has Oliver Spencer Made This Summer’s Best Travel Bag?
British designer Oliver Spencer has launched a new leather Weekender bag priced at £645 (approximately $820). The bag, created in partnership with his travel‑focused magazine Secret Trips, is built for 48‑hour trips and doubles as cabin‑size hand luggage. Its design...
This Moody London Restaurant Merges Seasonal Japanese Fare with ‘Ascetic Minimalism’
Kino, a new contemporary Japanese restaurant on Draycott Avenue in South Kensington, opened with a design philosophy of "ascetic minimalism" that blends volcanic stone, raw steel and Japanese antiques. Founders Alexey Penyuk and Anastasia Artemeva enlisted Studio APAA to create...
This Ethereal Loro Piana Fabric Is so Fine that only a Few Artisans in the World Can Use It
Loro Piana has unveiled its ultra‑lightweight "Royal Lightness" line for the Spring/Summer 2026 collection, featuring a silk‑merino yarn and a silk‑cashmere fabric. The yarn blends 21‑denier Mulberry silk with 13.5‑micron merino wool, while the fabric wraps the same silk around long‑fibre cashmere...
'A Space Where Different Forms of Knowledge Meet': Prada Frames Announces Fifth Edition at Milan Design Week 2026
Prada Frames, the design symposium co‑curated by Formafantasma, will hold its fifth edition during Milan Design Week from April 19‑21, 2026. The 2026 theme, “In Sight,” tackles the complexities of image‑making, from AI‑generated visuals to the environmental cost of data....
Is It Time for the Return of the Pocket Watch?
The pocket watch is experiencing a niche revival as luxury houses unveil limited‑edition pieces, from Parmigiani Fleurier’s La Revenale to Audemars Piguet’s 150 Heritage model. High‑complication creations such as Vacheron Constantin’s 63‑complication watch highlight the format’s technical allure. Meanwhile, more accessible brands like Hermès and...
Taste the Mediterranean Sea at This New London Restaurant
Greek chef Christos Fotos expands his Jul’s brand from Ibiza to London, opening a flagship restaurant in St James’s. The venue, designed by Athens‑based ArcSet, marries the building’s historic architecture with Mediterranean stone, plaster and wood finishes. The menu balances Greek...
Three Talented New Compact Radios for Surfing the Airwaves in Style
Philips introduced the TAR3500, a rugged DAB/AM/FM radio with a 60‑hour lithium‑ion battery, solar panel, hand‑crank charger and built‑in flashlight, SOS siren and beacon, priced at £59.99 (≈ $76). The company also announced the retro‑styled MS60 Roller at €179.99 (≈ $196). Roberts...
12 Luxurious Travel Essentials You’ll Need This Spring
Wallpaper’s travel editor Sofia de la Cruz curates a list of twelve high‑end spring travel essentials, ranging from lightweight Rimowa luggage to luxury skincare and wellness kits. The selection highlights cutting‑edge tech like Nothing’s 135‑hour headphones, analog photography gear from...
The Venice Art Biennale Is Nearly upon Us. Here Are Eight Things We Are Looking Forward to so Far
The 61st Venice Biennale runs from May 9 to November 22, 2026, featuring a newly restored central pavilion and the curatorial theme “In Minor Keys,” which spotlights subtle undercurrents shaping daily life and the planet. A diverse slate of exhibitions spans the Giardini,...
This Is the World’s First Retractable Sauna, Designed to Fit Neatly Into Your Home
Klafs, the German sauna maker founded in 1928, has launched the S1—the world’s first retractable sauna—into the U.S. market. The unit folds to a slim 60 cm depth, comparable to a bookshelf, and expands to a full 160 cm sauna in just...
With the Launch of Two New Lighting Collections, Lindsey Adelman Reaches for Something Out of This World
Celebrated lighting designer Lindsey Adelman, marking 20 years in business, unveiled two new collections—Andromeda and Illuminated Mobiles II—at shows in Paris and Los Angeles. Andromeda offers meteorite‑inspired chandeliers and sconces with interchangeable suspension and finishes ranging from brass to marble veneer....
Strong Silhouettes and Sustainable Design Define This New Lamp by Marset and Mathias Hahn
Marset’s new Gambosa table lamp, designed by Mathias Hahn, merges strong geometric silhouettes with bold colour options. Constructed from three steel components, the lamp’s base, stem and shade appear to float, while the shade is offered in opaque pale pink,...
This Sydney Penthouse Frames Harbour Views Through Minimalist, Monochromatic Interiors
Architecture studio Mathieson, together with SJB and landscape designer Dangar Barin Smith, unveiled the Kurrava Penthouse in Sydney, a high‑rise duplex commissioned by developer Third.i. The design pairs floor‑to‑ceiling glazing with a restrained monochromatic palette of limestone, marble, wire‑brushed oak...
From ‘Blade Runner’ to Manga, a New Hong Kong Dining Spot Is a Retro Fantasy Land
Genso, a new two‑floor dining hub inside Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Sha Tin Racecourse, is the latest creation of Joyce Wang Studio. The venue fuses retro‑futuristic design with Hong Kong’s neon signage, manga motifs and Blade Runner‑inspired lighting. The lower...
Indian Label Lovebirds Champions Its ‘Unashamedly Local Identity’ with a Runway Show at Geoffrey Bawa’s Lunuganga
Lovebirds, the Indian label founded by Amrita Khanna and Gursi Singh, presented its 2026/27 Resort collection at Geoffrey Bawa’s historic Lunuganga estate in Sri Lanka. The runway showcased geometric silhouettes, rippled folds, batik prints and floral patchwork, echoing Bawa’s tropical modernism and...
Create the Ultimate Cool Compact Audio System Courtesy of Cambridge, Leak and Pro-Ject
Cambridge Audio has launched its L/R S active speakers, a 50 W, Bluetooth aptX HD‑enabled system available in walnut and five other colours. British hi‑fi maker Leak introduced the TruStream network player, supporting every major high‑resolution format and offering USB, wired and wireless...
Simone Rocha Is This Season’s Pitti Uomo Guest Designer, Hosting Her First Menswear Show
Ireland‑born designer Simone Rocha has been named the guest designer for Pitti Uomo’s S/S 2027 edition, marking her first independent menswear presentation. The Florence fair, known for historic venues, will host her show in June 2026, though the exact location remains undisclosed. Rocha, a...
Which Watches Are Driving This Year’s Formula 1 Season?
The 2024 Formula 1 season showcases a fresh wave of luxury watch collaborations, with brands leveraging team and driver partnerships to launch limited‑edition timepieces. IWC introduces two George Russell‑inspired Pilot’s watches, while Breitling debuts a Navitimer B01 tied to Aston Martin’s new...
John Galliano Is Making His Return to Fashion with Zara
British designer John Galliano has announced a two‑year creative collaboration with fast‑fashion giant Zara, set to launch a couture‑inspired collection in September 2026. The partnership will see Galliano deconstruct and reconfigure Zara’s archival pieces, infusing his theatrical flair cultivated at...
Chanel’s 19M Gallery in Paris Stages ‘Beyond Our Horizons’, a Cross-Continental Communion of Japanese and French Craft
Chanel’s 19 m gallery in Paris is hosting “Beyond our Horizons: from Tokyo to Paris,” a follow‑up to the Tokyo exhibition that attracted roughly 75,000 visitors. The show features 40 French and Japanese artisans whose collaborations produce hybrid objects that merge...
The History of Rituals and Artefacts Inform Arianna Lelli Mami's Sculptures
Italian designer Arianna Lelli Mami, co‑founder of Studiopepe, has turned her practice toward pure sculpture with the "Clay Ink Paper" show at Milan’s Oxilia Gallery. The exhibition presents clay figurines, miniature cabinets and altar‑like constructions that blend abstract forms with archetypal...