Seven trends to look out for during Milan design week

Ahead of Milan design week, Dezeen editor-at-large Amy Frearson identifies seven key trends shaping the future of interior design, from AI-designed objects to biomorphic furniture.

Flesh, fur and feathers

Biomorphism is a major trend, with various designers creating products that take cues from living creatures.

Designer Lara Bohinc has created leather-covered tables with feather-like surfaces for Turkish brand Uniqka (centre), while Parisian gallery Boon Editions is presenting sofas with fleshy forms designed by Stefano Giacomello (left).

Elsewhere, Turkish atelier Studio Lugo is showing a furniture series incorporating hand-brushed horse hair (right).

Art deco glamour

As highlighted by our Art Deco Centenary series, the glamorous and sophisticated...

Ten products that "illustrate the diversity" of Foster + Partners Industrial Design

As Foster + Partners Industrial Design rebrands and launches a new website, studio head Mike Holland picks 10 products that demonstrate the breadth of its work.

Foster + Partners Industrial Design, the design arm of architecture firm Foster + Partners, rebranded earlier this month with a Pentagram-designed graphic identity and a dedicated website.

"The new website has been designed to showcase our unique way of working to the world and illustrate the diversity of our projects," said Holland.

"The scale at which we operate is broad – balancing the time between creating bespoke elements, furniture, lighting and fixtures for architectural projects, as well...

Rebranded Foster + Partners Industrial Design set to produce wearable gadgets

Foster + Partners Industrial Design has started developing wearable technology and consumer electronics as it rebrands with a Pentagram-designed graphic identity and dedicated website.

Speaking to Dezeen, Foster + Partners head of industrial Design Mike Holland explained that Foster + Partners Industrial Design was looking to define itself with a distinct identity.

"Since the industrial design studio was established, the level of our service and the team's output has naturally evolved," Holland told Dezeen. "As our reputation has grown, manufacturers approached us directly to create standalone products and ranges at a commercial scale."

"It became essential to...

Nami table by E-ggs for Miniforms

Dezeen Showroom: Italian studio E-ggs and design brand Miniforms used steam-bent timber to create distinctive forms for this range of tables, characterised by crimped wooden bases.

The Nami tables' wavy wooden bases are paired with various tabletop options, including circular, rectangular and barrel-shaped surfaces.

Aiming to create a "harmonic and sinuous" yet sturdy form for the bent bases, several woods were tested during the design process.

"Every wood has its own characteristics, so we had to respect them and also find the perfect match," said Miniforms.

The playful concept...

Vörda 2.0

Watch the first session of DesignMarch's talks on the use of "overlooked" natural materials

Dezeen has teamed up with DesignMarch to livestream a day of talks focusing on materiality and sources for inspiration in the creative industry. Watch the first session here from 10am UK time.

DesignTalks comprises a series of discussions that take place at the Henning Larsen Architects-designed Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre in Reykjavík, Iceland.

Streaming on Dezeen from 10:00am UK time, the first talk will explore the use of "overlooked" natural materials in architecture and design, how soil can be used and how designers draw inspiration from their cultural backgrounds.

Featured speakers include Lebanese architect Lina Ghotmeh,...

Less or More? The Psychological Influence of Minimalist and Maximalist Spaces

Beta Cinema / Module K. © Do Sy

Between silence and chaos, we shape our world. Every space we inhabit tells a story, evokes emotions, and influences our thoughts. Minimalism, with its lightness and purpose, invites serenity. Maximalism, exuberant and vibrant, celebrates personality in every detail. But how do these philosophies affect our minds? Understanding their psychological impact can be key to creating environments that enhance well-being and bring harmony to life.

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Multi-Childcare Crèche / Dominique Coulon & associés

© Eugeni Pons architects: Dominique Coulon & associésLocation: 2 rue Saint-Jacques, 68110 Illzach, FranceProject Year: 2024Photographs: Eugeni PonsArea: 705.0 m2

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The True Cost of Saving in Construction: A Case Study of a Library in New Jersey

Courtesy of Kalwall

In the construction sector, the pursuit of immediate cost savings during the design or building phase—whether through hiring less qualified professionals, using low-quality materials, or modifying construction systems without technical backing—can lead to financial losses and future rework, compromising a building's performance and durability. The Franklin Township Library in Somerset, New Jersey, is a clear example of the consequences of inadequate material choices, particularly regarding energy efficiency and carbon footprint.

During its construction in 2005, the originally specified Kalwall translucent fiberglass-reinforced polymer (FRP) panels were replaced with polycarbonate panels...

Navigating Milan Design Week 2025: Key Venues, Events and Architectural Installations to Experience

Alvisi Kirimoto - TAM TAM. Tempio, Azione, Movimento. Image © Alvisi Kirimoto

Milan Design Week 2025 is one of the most significant events in the design world, taking place from April 8 to April 13. Following in the previous years' tradition, the city of Milano will host a variety of exhibitions, installations, and discussions throughout its diverse districts, each offering a unique atmosphere and thematic focus. Alongside the renowned Salone del Mobile 2025 at the expansive Rho Fiera exhibition grounds, numerous activities and initiatives will be featured, all coordinated under the...