Ten architecture projects by students at the University of Hong Kong
Dezeen School Shows: a thesis investigating how buildings in southeast Asia withstand natural hazards is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the University of Hong Kong. More
Framery predicts focus spaces to be key office design trend in 2024
Promotion: the need for well-considered focus spaces will come to the fore in workplace design in 2024, driven by the uptake of artificial intelligence, according to office pod brand Framery. More
Ergonomic chair design should "support natural movements" says Secretlab
Promotion: the idea that the optimal seated posture is a straight back with elbows and knees bent at 90 degrees is one of the "biggest myths in ergonomic design," according to global brand Secretlab. More
Ten architecture and landscape projects by Academy of Art University
Dezeen School Shows: a San Francisco fish market transformed into a bathhouse is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the Academy of Art University in California. More
NCS Colour launches new Standard colours for first time since 2004
Promotion: colour communication brand NCS Colour has updated its NCS System with 100 low chromatic colours to offer users pale pastel colours and hues that aim to evoke the Nordic light. More
Raw stone collection by Piatraonline
Dezeen Showroom: Romanian natural stone brand Piatraonline has launched a collection of textured surfaces created by etching graphic patterns into granite and marble. More
Contour daybed by Haldane Martin for Haldane
Dezeen Showroom: described by brand Haldane as "a luxurious statement in alfresco leisure", the Contour outdoor daybed by designer Haldane Martin features layered cushioning and an overhead canopy. More
Car-waste products and Shigeru Ban disaster housing among Seoul Design 2023 highlights
Promotion: design festival Seoul Design returned to the city's Dongdaemun Design Plaza this month with a 10-day programme of exhibitions and events, offering a survey of South Korea's design landscape. More
Loveland sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso
Dezeen Showroom: designer Patricia Urquiola has updated her Lowland sofa for Italian brand Moroso, giving it an overall softer composition as well as a new name – Loveland. More
Tornado heater by Egloo
Dezeen Showroom: design brand Egloo has created a chimney-like freestanding heater made from terracotta that features a spinning flame powered by bioethanol. More
Building meeting rooms costs 55 per cent more than buying office pods according to research
Promotion: buying office pods instead of building meeting rooms could save companies in the US around $30 billion by 2030, according to research by soundproof booth manufacturer Framery and real-estate investor CBRE. More
Flamingo Mini lighting by Antoni Arola for Vibia
Dezeen Showroom: Barcelona-based designer Antoni Arola has created a deconstructed pendant light for Vibia that uses polycarbonate diffusers to cast a customisable glow. More
Gaggenau launches nearly invisible cooktop that "allows the architecture to breathe"
Promotion: German kitchen appliance brand Gaggenau has launched The Essential Induction cooktop, which is designed to be "seamlessly integrated into a kitchen's worktop". More
Claudia Afshar designs tile collection to bring "depth and dimension to any space"
Promotion: surfaces company Cosentino has collaborated with interior designer Claudia Afshar to launch Dekton Ukiyo, a collection of fluted tiles informed by contemporary Japanese design. More
Marvel Meraviglia Decor tiles by Atlas Concorde
Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Atlas Concorde has expanded its Marvel Meraviglia tile range adding three decorative formats, including a pattern created in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects. More
Array lighting by Umut Yamac for Vibia
Dezeen Showroom: architect and designer Umut Yamac has created a lighting collection made from tightly strung threads for Barcelona-based brand Vibia. More
Five museums and exhibition projects designed by students
Dezeen School Shows: we've picked five student museum and exhibition projects that were featured in Dezeen School Shows, which explore both history and futuristic technology. More
Marmi Maximum surfaces by Fiandre Architectural Surfaces
Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Fiandre Architectural Surfaces has added three new colours to its Marmi Maximum surface collection, which are unified by stone-like patterns. More
Kohler's Anthem shower controls give users a "truly immersive showering experience"
Promotion: bathroom and kitchen brand Kohler's Anthem collection of shower valves and controls allows users to create personalised shower settings that can be controlled via a smartphone. More
Soda Oval and Square tables by Yiannis Ghikas for Miniforms
Dezeen Showroom: Greek designer Yiannis Ghikas and Italian furniture brand Miniforms have released two new versions of the Soda glass coffee table called Oval and Square. More