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Pour yourself a fresh cup of coffee – Knoll’s latest lineup is one you’ll want to savor slowly. Unveiled as the Knoll Pavilion at Milan Design Week 2025, the heritage brand’s newest suite of collaborations brings together a who’s who of design visionaries, each offering their own take on craft, comfort, and form. Featuring sculptural seating, finely crafted wood pieces, reimagined icons, and playful, lounge-worthy designs, each piece stands on its own, yet together they showcase Knoll’s ongoing commitment to championing the brightest minds and reinventing familiar furniture typologies. Biboni Sofa by Sharon Johnston and Mark Lee of Johnston Marklee…

Launched in partnership with SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, the inaugural CDW Product Awards debuted at Clerkenwell Design Week in London, spotlighting standout products that represent the best of today’s design thinking and tomorrow’s possibilities. Winners were selected for their bold vision, thoughtful execution, and impact across disciplines—from sustainability and accessibility to technology integration and modular design. This year’s distinguished jury brought a wealth of expertise across architecture, design, and editorial leadership: • Linda Morey-Burrows, founder of MoreySmith Architects• Daniel MacInnes, director at PriestmanGoode• Shawn Adams, architect, writer, and founder of POoR Collective• Valeria Segovia, principal and design director, Gensler• AJ Paron,…

Joya Nandurdikar has plenty in her home country to inspire her, especially the objects and forgotten techniques that are centuries old. She believes that design is not only a form of expression, but also a tool for cultural preservation that she utilizes in her own practice. “There’s a vast and diverse landscape of materials, skills, and stories across India, and the possibilities feel endless,” Nandurdikar says. “Reimagining these crafts in a contemporary setting isn’t just creatively fulfilling, it’s a way to reintroduce and reinterpret them for a wider audience.” In 2001, Nandurdikar and Amrita Guha founded New Delhi-based firm Untitled…

Listen up because The Range’s sell-out garden sofa set from last summer is back, and right now the Avalon 5 Piece Sofa Set has been reduced to £349.99.No garden is complete without the addition of some of the best garden furniture, and that is sweetened even further when you get a great deal, too. The Avalon 5 Piece Sofa Set, usually priced at £400, has multiple combinations to allow you to personalise your sofa set to your needs, making it a great choice for families.Designed in stylish rattan, the Avalon sofa set has luxe looks and rave reviews from shoppers…

As Ideal Home’s news writer, it’s my job to track down the most stylish and affordable home buys to elevate your space, and one of the best parts of this job is getting a sneak preview of upcoming brands collectons – and I have to say Next’s designer-look lighting has knocked it out the park.The best lighting trends all have one thing in common: they look expensive. From the ambience they create in a space to quirky shapes and sleek styles, the best lighting ideas can make a room look even better.Attending the Next Home spring/ summer preview recently, the…

If you thought cork was just for wine bottle stoppers and bulletin boards, think again! This humble, honeycomb-structured material is enjoying a major renaissance in the world of interior design and sustainable building. Cork-based construction materials are becoming the darlings of modern home improvement and eco-conscious renovations. But what makes cork such a popular choice for floors and walls? And how can you incorporate it into your own home in a way that’s both stylish and practical? Grab your design mood board and let’s explore the wonderfully warm, eco-friendly world of cork floors and walls. Why Cork? A Natural Wonder…

Modern home design is undergoing a major transformation. Today’s homeowners want more than just square footage; they’re seeking experiences, flexibility, and a closer connection to nature. This shift has led to the rise of indoor outdoor living spaces, a design trend that combines the comfort of interiors with the freedom and freshness of outdoor areas. The result is a fluid, harmonious environment that enhances both lifestyle and property value. Understanding the Indoor Outdoor Concept Indoor-outdoor living isn’t about simply putting furniture outside or adding a few plants indoors. It’s a holistic approach to design that removes the boundaries between a…

It’s no secret amongst the Ideal Home team that I’m a diehard Ninja Kitchen fan. My Ninja Creami is a particularly treasured possession, with the brand’s ice-cream maker going viral again and again in the last few years.Now, the brand behind some of the best air fryers and ice cream makers on the market is amping up the at-home ice cream experience with the Ninja Swirl, which is the first soft-serve machine from the brand. Set to launch in the US next month, there’s plenty of excitement around this product online.The bad news? The Ninja Swirl hasn’t been announced for…

As we all know, there’s certainly nothing “blah” about Blå Station when it comes to their designs. With their 2025 collections, the Swedish brand continues to blur the lines between contract and residential furniture to show that playfulness and comfort can coexist in even the most functional spaces. We teased the new Villhem chair, designed by Thomas Bernstrand and Stefan Borselius, earlier this year when we got a glimpse of it at Stockholm Design Week. What is stunning about the design, beyond its architectural form and razor-sharp lines, is the the fact that it wasn’t pulled from a storied archive…