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TIME FOR CHANGE

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news & views • THE DESIGNS, PEOPLE AND LOOKS MOVING THE DESIGN AGENDA FORWARD – FROM CUTTING-EDGE MATERIALS TO SUSTAINABLY-LED CRAFT STUDIOS

force of nature • Meet the Danish studio whose bio-based work is at the crest of a new wave of materials for lighting, textiles, panels and more

future fabrics • These designers are pushing the boundaries of traditional crafts to create textiles that are inventive and beautiful

circular craft • A sustainable mindset doesn’t mean a compromise on aesthetics, as these cutting-edge craft studios show

curiosity shop • Take in the best of global contemporary craft and vintage design at this four-day pop-up event

scientific reality • The creations of Dutch designer Joris Laarman combine science, tech and design in the most impressive way

surface layer • A new finish for worktops, walls and floors has both luxury and eco credentials

stranger things • Surrealism is having a resurgence in fashion and interiors – check out these pieces inspired by the wonderful looks strutting down the SS24 catwalks

sky high • Harnessing natural light is a goal for every home – and the sophisticated skylights seen today are using modern tech and design to ace that objective

avant-garde • Mimi Shodeinde’s futuristic seating system is set to make waves – here are some equally forward-thinking designs we’d pair it with

the innovator • Designer Ron Arad has always been ahead of his time – and his latest work is as boundary-breaking as ever

organic outlook • This adaptable plaster finish takes its cues from the tried-and-tested decorative techniques of old – but with a very modern twist

blazing a trail • Perhaps you know her from her incredible ceramic wall mural or her activism – either way, Malene Djenaba Barnett is a groundbreaker in the truest sense of the word

rooting for change • The concept of the ‘environmentally healthy’ garden is something we should all be embracing – and top designers have the intel on how to get it right

glowing colour • Plant-based pigments are growing in the design world – and one studio’s pioneering process is paving the way for sustainably dyed aluminium

story time • In a new feature, designers set the tone for how we’ll be decorating. And as Lee Broom tells our editor Pip Rich, pieces that have a narrative will positively affect your mood

houses • THEY SAY TRAVEL WIDENS YOUR HORIZONS – AND FROM MAJORCA TO LA, THIS MONTH’S HOMES WILL CERTAINLY OPEN YOU UP TO NEW IDEAS

TECHNICOLOUR DREAM • Vivid saturated tones give this elegant San Francisco home an alluring fun side

SPANISH REVIVAL • The design of this restored 1900 Majorcan townhouse cleverly disguises all the mod cons so history prevails

LA CONFIDENT • Assured and bold decorating is found in every corner of this contemporary Los Angeles pad that is the epitome of cool

ZEST FOR LIFE • With its palette of sunny sorbet shades and space-enhancing design, this Milan apartment is full of good vibes

MADE TO MEASURE • Inside and out, the bespoke and crafted elements of this Lisbon abode make for a home like no other

PLAIN SAILING • This converted boathouse in Copenhagen provides carefree days on the waterfront for its...