Latest articles by Jonathan Bell
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Davos 2025: Genesis goes all-out on outdoor machismo with this extreme sport support vehicle concept
Presented to the World Economic Forum at Davos, the Mountain Intervention Vehicle Concept is a wild transformation of the Genesis GV60 into a tracked rescue vehicle
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E-ink comes of age: the best new tablets for distraction-free reading and writing
We explore the world of E-ink tablets to find the best device for handwriting input, editing, sketching and light computing duties
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We are the world: Pininfarina’s ‘Orbis’ taps Papal support for an eco-friendly agenda
The Orbis is a ‘symbolic object’, a gift to Pope Francis from the Italian design agency at a time of political upheaval and social fracture around all aspects of sustainability
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Palm Beach Tree House overhauls a cottage in Sydney’s Northern Beaches into a treetop retreat
Set above the surf, Palm Beach Tree House by Richard Coles Architecture sits in a desirable Northern Beaches suburb, creating a refined home in verdant surroundings
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Meet Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series, designed to set new standards for AI-powered smartphones
Welcome to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 – tech editor Jonathan Bell gets some hands-on experience with the new-generation devices
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Think small, think electric, as Hyundai attempts to revolutionise the classic Indian three-wheeler
Hyundai’s Micro Mobility strategy, in collaboration with Indian manufacturer TVS, has revealed two conceptual takes on small electric urban transport in a bid to cut the country’s crushing pollution issue
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Wellness takes to the skies and the high seas in this concept superyacht and private jet retrofit
High-end mobility design pivots to minimalist calm and life-affirming ambience as wellness trends take hold. The Sea Rover yacht and Afterglow private jet point the way
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New Polydrops P21 is a travel trailer with an architectural backstory
Streamlined and ultra-compact, the Polydrops P21 is a self-contained RV aimed at remote workers and energy-efficient adventurers
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Are these the most luxurious Land Rovers ever? Welcome to the refined world of Helderburg
East Coast Land Rover specialists Helderburg are committed to the very best, transforming the classic British utility vehicle into bespoke individual creations
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Five examples of quirky personal tech designed to make a subtle statement
Whether it’s on your wrist, in your pocket or on your bedside table, here are five gadgets to inspire and enthral
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Leica’s SL3-S is its newest camera, an upgrade of its pro-grade full-frame system
Photographers and videographers are catered for by the Leica SL3-S’ performance upgrades and expanded compatibility
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Rolls-Royce Phantom Dragon crosses cultures with a highly crafted approach
This one-of-one Phantom Extended has been built as a celebration of the outgoing Year of the Dragon, overseen by Rolls-Royce’s Shanghai Private Office
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Tokyo Auto Salon 2025: custom cars and one-off creations from the Japanese home market
What began as a celebration of Japan's custom car culture is a now a major event for many of the country's biggest automakers. We round up the news from Tokyo Auto Salon 2025
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The Nokia Design Archive goes live – relive the early years of mobile multimedia
The archive of Finnish tech pioneers Nokia has been entrusted to Aalto University. Now you can explore the company’s archive of models, concepts and marketing material through an online portal
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The new Aston Martin Vantage Roadster gives you an elemental experience
Every statistic about the new Vantage Roadster screams speed; this is a convertible for those in a hurry and unafraid to make a noise about it
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The finest brutalist architecture in the world
For some of the world's finest brutalist architecture in London and beyond, scroll below. Can’t get enough of brutalism? Neither can we.
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Cabin House is a simple modernist retreat in the woods of North Carolina
Designed for downsizing clients, Cabin House is a modest two-bedroom home that makes the most of its sylvan surroundings
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Verso Musical Instruments launches Sine guitar, a new take on an age-old form
Verso’s Sine guitar creates another bold new form factor for the electric guitar, part of the company’s commitment to reinventing the instrument
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CES 2025: the mobility edit. The wheeled and wonderful machines from this year’s show
CES’s vehicular content keeps on increasing, with big names making big debuts to an eager tech-centric audience
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Jaguar’s big rethink earns its Type 00 concept car a Wallpaper* Design Award 2025
We salute the forward-thinking and bold choices of the dramatic Jaguar Type 00 Concept, a preview of next year's all-new electric GT
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CES 2025: we select the best new tech for home and workplace
Ten new devices that’ll help define the domestic realm and the world of work, should you wish to immerse yourself still further in the algorithmic mire
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CES 2025: a collection of this year’s conceptual tech and real-world innovations
Robots of every shape and size were on display at CES, some with more promise than others, along with new approaches to art, health and entertainment
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CES 2025: best audio launches from Las Vegas
The news from CES was that good things come in small packages, at least when it comes to contemporary audio devices
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Danish manufacturer Zenvo Automotive’s Aurora is the true enthusiast’s hybrid hypercar
Zenvo Automotive dovetails Danish design culture with a love of high-end engineering and exceptional performance. We talk to the company’s Jens Sverdrup about its newest machine, the Aurora
