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Corsica & Capri by Vescom

Vescom’s ever expanding portfolio has recently seen the addition of two new transparent, acoustic curtain fabrics: Corsica and Capri. Vescom have their own weaving mill and for these collections they’ve decided to use different yarns to add texture, a play between matt and shiny. Both of these new designs are a natural enhancement to the three… Read More >

14 May 2018

Omika by Vado, on the big screen!

After we interviewed Jo Love about her collaboration with VADO for the stunning Omika range, VADO have created a couple of videos for us to share here… Check out our Q&A by clicking here VADO’s product video VADO’s interview with Omika designer, Jo Love

14 May 2018

Suomi & Shogun by Sekers

Sekers are celebrating 80 years of trading this year and have released 2 new collections to celebrate. SHOGUN For a bright and bold upholstery collection look no further. Available in 18 multi-colour shades that does include some neutrals and porcelain blues this design has a stunning texture. Incorporating FibreGuard, an advanced finish that helps protect… Read More >

14 May 2018

Altered States by Caeserstone X Snarkitecture

We visited the Caesarstone X Snarkitecture installation Altered States at this years Milan Design Week with DI contributor and presenter Jim Biddulph. Showcased at the faded grandeur of Palazzo dell’Ufficio Elettorale di Porta Romana, open to the public for the first time during Milan Design Week, the installation guides visitors through an immersive experience of a conceptual kitchen island…. Read More >

14 May 2018

Trend Report: Milan Design Week

With Milan Design Week being such an influential show to the design world, we decided here at Design Insider to put together our first Trend Report for the show, capturing what we felt were the most inspiring ideas. We hope you enjoy!

11 May 2018

ACME unveils baffling staircase prototype

Whilst we consider emotion within design this month we take a look at ACME’s staircase prototype which aims to evoke a sense of bafflement and wonder. ACME has completed a staircase prototype combining modern methods of construction with an adaptive design approach, created to work with a minimum of intervention within any building. The massive timber… Read More >

10 May 2018

Have Your Say… How can design evoke emotion?

This month Design Insider will be asking ‘How can design evoke emotion?’ We welcome you to join the discussion by leaving your opinion in a comment at the end of the article.  In what ways can design evoke emotion?  What are the benefits of creating designs that evoke emotion? We would love to hear about your examples, let… Read More >

10 May 2018