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On the Isle of Man, the secret history of designer Archibald Knox is revealed
The mysterious life and works of local designer Archibald Knox is celebrated in a retrospective at Manx Museum, spanning silverware, furniture, clocks and more
By Emma O'Kelly Published
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Inspired by the French Riviera, Été Celine heralds the arrival of summer
Celine’s new summer collection, capturing the ‘freedom and lightness’ of Saint-Tropez escapes, arrives at The Selfridges Corner Shop in a transporting pop-up
By Jack Moss Published
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Microsoft vs Google: where is the battle for the ultimate AI assistant taking us?
Tech editor Jonathan Bell reflects on Microsoft’s Copilot, Google’s Gemini, plus the state of the art in SEO, wayward algorithms, video generation and the never-ending quest for the definition of ‘good content’
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Head out to new frontiers in the pocket-sized Project Safari off-road supercar
Project Safari is the first venture from Get Lost Automotive and represents a radical reworking of the original 1990s-era Lotus Elise
By Jonathan Bell Published
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This new Vondom outdoor furniture is a breath of fresh air
Designed by architect Jean-Marie Massaud, the ‘Pasadena’ collection takes elegance and comfort outdoors
By Simon Mills Published
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A Xingfa cement factory’s reimagining breathes new life into an abandoned industrial site
We tour the Xingfa cement factory in China, where a redesign by landscape architecture firm SWA completely transforms an old industrial site into a lush park
By Daven Wu Published
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Dining at Pyrá feels like a Mediterranean kiss on both cheeks
Designed by House of Dré, this Lonsdale Road addition dishes up an enticing fusion of Greek and Spanish cooking
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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2026 Olympic and Paralympic Torches: in Carlo Ratti's minimalism ‘the flame is the protagonist’
The 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Torches for the upcoming Milano Cortina Games have been revealed, designed by architect Carlo Ratti to highlight the Olympic flame
By Ellie Stathaki Published
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Inside the Shakti Design Residency, taking Indian craftsmanship to Alcova 2025
The new initiative pairs emerging talents with some of India’s most prestigious ateliers, resulting in intricately crafted designs, as seen at Alcova 2025 in Milan
By Henrietta Thompson Published
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2025 Expo Osaka: Ireland is having a moment in Japan
At 2025 Expo Osaka, a new sculpture for the Irish pavilion brings together two nations for a harmonious dialogue between place and time, material and form
By Danielle Demetriou Published
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Faye Toogood comes up roses at Milan Design Week 2025
Japanese ceramics specialist Noritake’s design collection blossoms with a bold floral series by Faye Toogood
By Danielle Demetriou Published
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An octogenarian’s north London home is bold with utilitarian authenticity
Woodbury residence is a north London home by Of Architecture, inspired by 20th-century design and rooted in functionality
By Tianna Williams Published
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Bentley’s new home collections bring the ‘potency’ of its cars to Milan Design Week
New furniture, accessories and picnic pieces from Bentley Home take cues from the bold lines and smooth curves of Bentley Motors
By Anna Solomon Published
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Asus chose Milan Design Week as the springboard for its new high-end Zenbooks
Milan Design Week 2025 saw Asus collaborate with Studio INI to shape an installation honouring the slimline new Zenbook Ceraluminum Signature Edition laptop series
By Craig McLean Published
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StoneX partners with Wallpaper* for material alchemy at Milan Design Week and beyond
The natural stone purveyor teams up with Wallpaper* for a three-year partnership of material adventures, starting with an exhibition at Triennale di Milano
By Simon Mills Published
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A new show in Saint Louis promises a rare combination of art, cars and elegant fashion
‘Roaring: Art, Fashion, and the Automobile in France, 1918-1939’ celebrates a golden age of creativity, showcasing ten unique cars alongside the cream of the era’s style
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A hybrid speaker system gives these hefty over-ear wireless headphones a rich, sparkling sound
The new FoKus Apollo from Noble are the audio manufacturer’s first ever ANC wireless headphones. Wallpaper* gives them a try
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The humble glass block shines brightly again in this Melbourne apartment building
Thanks to its striking glass block panels, Splinter Society’s Newburgh Light House in Melbourne turns into a beacon of light at night
By Léa Teuscher Published
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Wallpaper* checks in at Delano Dubai, a fresh chapter for a design icon
Delano Dubai lands on Bluewaters Island, bringing Miami cool, Mediterranean flair, and a dose of design-forward glamour to the city’s shoreline
By Lauren Ho Last updated
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The new Google Pixel 9a is a competent companion on the pathway to the world of AI
Google’s reputation for effective and efficient hardware is bolstered by the introduction of the new Pixel 9a, a mid-tier smartphone designed to endure
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Anni Albers' weaving magic offers a delightful 2-in-1 modernist showcase in Milan
A Milan Design Week showcase of Anni Albers’ weaving work, brought to life by Dedar with the Josef & Anni Albers Foundation, brings visitors to modernist icon, the BBPR-designed Torre Velasca
By Ellie Stathaki Published
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The Milanese Motor Show, or how Milan Design Week got friendly with four-wheels
The motor industry’s take-over of MDW continues apace. We’ve trawled the halls and assembled our own auto show to explore below
By Jonathan Bell Published
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2025 Seoul Mobility Show report: all that's new and notable
Opened at a time of high national drama, the 2025 Seoul Mobility Show has gone on to underscore Korea’s place at the cutting edge of the auto industry. Guy Bird was there
By Guy Bird Published
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Dries Van Noten’s new London store is an eclectic, art-filled haven
As Dries Van Noten enters a new era under creative director Julian Klausner, the brand opens a London flagship filled with works by David Hockney, Tracey Emin, Ron Arad and more. Here, Wallpaper* gets an exclusive first look
By Jack Moss Published
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This striking Spanish house makes the most of a tricky plot in a good area
A Spanish house perched on a steep slope in the leafy suburbs of Barcelona, Raúl Sánchez Architects’ Casa Magarola features colourful details, vintage designs and hidden balconies
By Léa Teuscher Published
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David Rockwell’s Milan Design Week presentation is a love letter to cork
Rockwell Group’s Casa Cork installation showcases this under-appreciated material, which is infinitely recyclable and sequesters carbon for decades
By Anna Solomon Published
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Neko Health expands in London with a new Spitalfields site. We take a scan
What’s it like to experience Neko Health’s ultra-high-tech health scanning system? Wallpaper* went under the laser lights to find out
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Milan Design Week: ‘A Beat of Water’ highlights the power of the precious natural resource
‘A Beat of Water’ by BIG - Bjarke Ingels Group and Roca zooms in on water and its power – from natural element to valuable resource, touching on sustainability and consumption
By Ellie Stathaki Published
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A freshly remastered classic Range Rover brings unexpected Italian style to a British icon
Italian company Vinile’s Range Rover Classic restomod made its debut at Milan Design Week, showcasing local craftsmanship and engineering updates
By Jonathan Bell Published