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Lenny Kravitz gave a retro, Japanese-inspired lamp a makeover, showcasing that paper lanterns will be one of the biggest lighting trends of 2026 – and they're shoppable from $18

The musician designed a mixed-material paper lantern for his new collection with CB2, shedding light on the ongoing chicness of this mid-century staple

Homes & Gardens

10 Iconic Furniture Pieces From Design History That Any Interiors Buff Should Know By Name

A touchstone of their time, these classic furniture designs tell a story of craftsmanship, care, and a commitment to innovation

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‘Design should be a simple tool that is beautiful and easy to use, but you don't need to be aware of its beauty or its ease of use,’ says Naoto Fukasawa

As a landmark retrospective of Naoto Fukasawa’s work ‘Things in Themselves’ opens at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Japanese master designer speaks with Wallpaper* about the tenets that define his practice

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Iconic Lamps — 7 Timeless Classics Interior Designers Say Inspire How You Light Your Home Now

You might not be familiar with all of these icons of lighting, but they've inspired some of the biggest trends in how we illuminate our homes today

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NYC museum employees decry keffiyeh ban

Fifty-four out of 72 employees have signed a petition asking the museum to reverse its decision

The Independent UK

‘Midcentury modern is as American as punk rock’: 22RE on its latest full-scale project

The new LA offices of music branding agency Ceremony of Roses, designed by local studio 22RE, are a real conversation starter

Wallpaper

12 American icons of design, from cowboy boots to the MacBook Air

Our star-spangled round-up hails American icons of design and their latest iterations, from Pharrell Williams' cowboy boots to the Tiffany Lock, and a tiny yellow cab

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The Future Perfect group show in LA pays homage to JB Blunk’s sculptures

The Future Perfect celebrates late sculptor JB Blunk’s process and aesthetic with the group exhibition ‘Inner Space’ (until 1 May 2024)

Wallpaper

Olivia Rodrigo creates an inviting mid-century modern living room with this neutral color palette

The space pairs warm, calming wood tones and cozy neutrals for a relaxed but stylish look – here's why her look works

Homes & Gardens

For a brilliant gift-opening move, consider the wide range of creative chess sets

Part game, part sport — part home decor

The Independent UK

This new lighting trend is my favorite way to make awkward corners seem luxe – no matter your budget

I spotted a great way to make use of empty corners by hanging this light feature in a way you might not have thought of

Livingetc

Ceramicist Eriko Inazaki wins the Loewe Foundation craft prize

In New York, author Fran Lebowitz presented the €50,000 award which champions crafts and celebrates their influence on fashion and design

The Guardian - UK

5 Lighting Trends That Our Editors Think Will Be Everywhere in Early 2025

When it comes to planning lighting for an upcoming project, these are the fixtures it's hard to ignore right now

Livingetc

Issey Miyake obituary

Fashion designer whose innovative hi-tech creations were inspired by the ancient principles of Japanese clothing

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Issey Miyake: fashion designer, hibakusha, icon

Issey Miyake, who died on Aug. 5 at 84, came from Hiroshima. As a high school student, he was immensely moved by the beauty of the handrails of the Peace Bridge near ground zero of the atomic bombing in the city. The handrails were designed by sculptor Isamu Noguchi. "It…

Businessweek

At the Venice Biennale, Art Begins to Leave Identity Politics Behind

The much-anticipated, Covid-delayed global showcase sees artists firmly moving away from figuration and toward a new end: the message.

The Guardian - US

‘Wound of the incarceration extends’: remembering the Japanese American internment

A new exhibition, tied to the 80th anniversary of the mass incarceration of more than 120,000 people, brings together a collection of impactful pieces

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