Caribbean School of Architecture students reimagine Montego Bay to serve public and environmental health
Congested infrastructure and limited public space are among the issues tackled by students from the Caribbean School of Architecture, in the proposals presented here as part of their VDF school show. More
York St John interior design students reimagine spaces for the elderly
As part of their VDF school show, graduates from York St John University are presenting interior designs for the elderly, which tackle loneliness and make life easier for those dealing with dementia or visual impairments. More
Sonar bathroom collection by Patricia Urquiola for Laufen
Dezeen Showroom: The basin and the freestanding bathtub created by Patricia Urquiola as part of her Sonar collection for Laufen feature a gently rippled exterior that mimics the way sound waves travel through water. More
The New Classic bathroom collection by Marcel Wanders for Laufen
Dezeen Showroom: The New Classic is a collection of sanitaryware and accessories designed by Marcel Wanders for Swiss manufacturer Laufen, which hopes to bring a "poetic experience" into bathroom interiors. More
G + I socket by Jung
Dezeen Showroom: German building-technology supplier Jung has developed the versatile G + I socket that is compatible with plug types from various geographies. More
AR-Studio app by Jung
VDF products fair: The AR-Studio app by Jung uses augmented reality to help users visualise its range of products and fittings within an interior space. More
Plug & Light by Jung
Dezeen Showroom: The flexible Plug & Light fixture by Jung features a magnetic LED that can be rotated, removed and replaced More
Kriskadecor's chain-link partitions aid social distancing in shared interiors
Dezeen promotion: metal chain-link manufacturer Kriskadecor aims to help shared places like offices and hotels adjust to the "new normal" after coronavirus with space dividers made from aluminium links. More
14 product designs from York St John graduates
A chair made from repurposed climbing rope and a SAD lamp that doubles up as a plant pot are featured in this VDF school show of work by York St John University students. More
Laufen unveils designer bathroom collaborations at VDF products fair
Swiss bathroom brand Laufen presents three collections from designers Patricia Urquiola, Konstantin Grcic and Marcel Wanders at the Virtual Design Festival products fair. More
Graphic designs by York St John graduates pay homage to Yorkshire
From a zine profiling Yorkshire's best designers to a bike share branded in local dialect, this VDF school show features projects created by York St John University students to celebrate the UK's northern region. More
Studio Vincent Eschalier "stands out for its daring housing" schemes
VDF studio profiles: Studio Vincent Eschalier is a French architecture practice that prides itself on its diverse portfolio that features a range of bold housing projects. More
Artisanal tile collection by Bert & May
Dezeen Showroom: The Artisanal collection of tiles by Bert & May is awash in different hues of blue, which nod to the vibrant seas and skies of Spain where the pieces are made by hand. More
John Tree and Resident challenge conventional office design with Jiro Swivel Chair
Dezeen promotion: New Zealand-based brand Resident has released the minimal Jiro Swivel Chair by British designer John Tree, which aims to challenge the norms of workplace seating. More
Lume surface tile by Marazzi
Dezeen Showroom: The glossy Lume surface tile range is designed by flooring manufacturer Marazzi as a celebration of traditional Italian ceramics. More
Cranbrook graduates explore connections between design, art and craft
This Virtual Design Festival school show features work by nine design students from the Cranbrook Academy of Art, including an AR headset that gamifies everyday life and an aluminium light that embodies fairytale narratives. More
Silhouette rugs by Jaime Hayon for Nanimarquina
Dezeen Showroom: Nine spindly portraits of imaginary characters feature on the Silhouette rugs that Jaime Hayon has designed for Nanimarquina. More
Carleton University architecture graduates present 15 provocative and political projects
Vacation pods in a climate change-stricken New York and a money-laundering bank for the Japanese government are among the concepts presented here by Carleton University's MArch students in this VDF school show. More
Virtual Design Festival extended to 10 July due to strong demand
Dezeen's Virtual Design Festival will be extended for an additional 10 days until 10 July due to demand from brands that want to participate. More
Blood leather by Natalie Zipfl
Natalie Zipfl has used pig blood and gelatine to develop a striking and sustainable material called Blood leather. More