Results for "textiles" in Architecture

Its roots may lie in transient structures, but contemporary textile architecture, with all its creative, functional and ecological possibilities, is definitely here to stay.

Across a broad range of projects, whether office, retail space or school, interior designers and architects recognise textiles as a flexible, viable alternative to concrete, plaster and wood.

The thoughtful application of textiles allows interior designers to create relaxed, haptically pleasant atmospheres. Their ability to immediately lend rooms a calming character also makes them the material of choice in these wellness and health

TOURS, TALKS & TOURS, LIBRARY TOURS and LIVE TALKS, big questions and clear answers as well as an elaborately presented material library: This is how you can keep track at the international marketplace for home and contract textiles…

With 13 new textiles, Minotti's has expanded its range of upholstery fabrics for both its indoor and outdoor furniture, all of which merge technological innovation with striking environmental credentials.

At Heimtextil from 9 to 12 January 2024, textile innovations, materials, interior design and trends can all be experienced under one roof.

After "Oasis", Freifrau has once again teamed up with tattoo artist Christian Trzaska to create the new tapestry fabric "Garden Eden", which takes on baroque floral imagery and pretty much lives up to its name...

This coming January, the international trade fair for home and contract textiles Heimtextil will address a style-defining ecological change in the sector with Heimtextil Trends 24/25.

Between New Work, Healing Hospital, Outdoor Spaces and Sustainability: what are the key challenges in contract design and what do future-proof textile solutions look like? Heimtextil will provide answers to these questions from 9 to 12 January 2024

Created by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, the story of the iconic PH5 pendant lamp is one of experimental science, and continues to guide both lighting and interior designers to this day.

These specially selected office spaces bring employees together across expansive workplaces, aiding communication, collaboration and mental health.

Textile designer Cristian Zuzunaga describes his iconic pixelated style and design process in his Live Talk at the DAAily bar during Milan Design Week.

Trends 23/24 at January's Heimtextil in Frankfurt will focus on material cycles and sustainability strategies for textiles – and use the analogue fair platform to promote exchange, present new products and bring experts together.

Technologically advanced textiles play a hugely significant role in contemporary design and architecture, as demonstrated by the three international trade fairs - Techtextil, Texprocess and the Summer Edition of Heimtextil…

For the upcoming edition in January, Heimtextil is adding an important new product segment, with textile floor coverings this year getting their very own stage.

How can aesthetics, functionality and sustainability be interwoven? What innovations and visions are on the horizon? And what do sustainable hospitality trends look like? The Interior.Architecture.Hospitality programme provides tailor-made insights.

Watch Grimshaw Architects, MVRDV, OMA and Zaha Hadid Architects!

It’s a perfect fit: Humanscale, expert in office furniture, joined forces with the innovative textile brand Kvadrat. Guided by eco-conscious principles, the iconic collaboration merges ergonomic technology with captivating aesthetics.

B&B Italia’s new modular seating system ‘Hybrid’ picks up where its predecessor left off – sustainable, customisable and breaking down boundaries between outside and in.

What is the essence of a culture and how best to depict it? For their new textile collection, Hadi Teherani and Camilla D. Fischbacher looked for traces in their shared Persian homeland...

Christian Trzaska's new opulent Garden Eden fabric for Freifrau is poetry in emotion. A floral design that shrouds the German brand's comfortable seating in elegance.

Watch Barber Osgerby, Studio MK27, Konstantin Grcic, Claesson Koivisto Rune and Adam Nathaniel Furman!

Vibieffe presents a new elegant collection during the Milano Design week 2022.

The global carpet industry is on the move – in the direction of Frankfurt.

These recent projects use open and layered facades to protect themselves while wearing history and purpose on their sleeves. Featuring c+d Design Center, allmannwappner, PAU – Practice for Architecture and Urbanism and Wutopia Lab.

The Capital showroom reminds of hospitality and elegance with its contemporary design collection.

Crafted for the dynamic hybrid work landscape, Humanscale’s Smart Conference chair embodies maximum adaptability and comfort. It accommodates multiple users with ease, whether they’re working from home or in the office.

2022 was the year that life returned. Over the next 12 months, however, architects and designers will combine individuality and wellness with sustainability to create a ‘new and improved’ normal.

By focusing on sustainable products rather than trends, Wuppertal-based wallpaper specialist Erfurt not only enhances interiors visually, it improves their ecological footprint, too.

With the industries shift in focus towards sustainability, this Dutch brand has been there from the beginning.

DRAENERT is known for its expertise in natural stone –but there’s much, much more to the furniture company than that. 

3M’s Architectural Finishes can be used to upgrade a broad range of surfaces, from furniture to interior and exterior walls, offering a simple, professional and robust alternative to costly renovations.

New Unilin Panels designs include the colour-stable and textured matt Master Oak finish – a decorative option the brand says is better than the real thing.

‘3M™ DI-NOC™ offers designers and facility managers a fast and affordable way to create stunning new spaces without being constrained by budget or construction time,’ says Paola Silva Coronel, Global Advisor for 3M. Find out more...

Carefully engineered and fully adjustable, the contemporary Summa chair once again reveals Humanscale’s mission to furnish the ever-evolving workplace – all while boasting a refined, timeless aesthetic that exudes pure luxury.

The great departed and the arrival of new voices. Welcome to 2022.

With their bold and expressive forms, textured facades, and sustainable-design features, new office blocks around the globe are showing that they mean business – now and in the future.

Beyond mere illumination, light shapes environments and influences mood. With a long history, MHZ understands the importance of intelligent lighting control. Today, the company is revolutionising solar protection and privacy with cutting-edge

Visitors to the DAAily bar during Milan Design Week will be enchanted by an immersive floral installation from the Ritz Paris’ Lady of the Flowers, Anne Vitchen.

Minotti's collaboration with Japanese/Scandinavian design duo Inoda+Sveje gives its 2022 Collection a distinctive style, combining the traditional aesthetics and art of wood sanding, typical of the designers' countries of origin.

The new Steelcase Karman office chair brings unparalleled levels of comfort and flexibility to the genre in a mindfully pared-back form…

Bavarian wood furniture expert Zeitraum’s Curtain table marks a departure from classic table archetypes, while also embracing the company’s trademark commitment to sustainability.

For almost 60 years, porcelain stoneware manufacturer Casalgrande Padana has been investing heavily in research to extend the performance limits of ceramics in an architectural context.

The simplicity of Hanne Willmann's Nana chair for Freifrau is its biggest strength. With cloud-like upholstery, the perfectly balanced chair looks as light as it feels.

In collaboration with a variety of creative forces, Leolux will present a multi-sensory immersive installation called Rhythms during Milan Design Week, featuring pulsating volumes, a breathing ceiling – and don't forget the Dutch waffles!

For over three decades, Italian brand Riflessi has been creating furniture that merges innovation and craftsmanship, with flexible collections that offer increasingly wide scope for customisation.

The ever-evolving nature of collaboration demands office spaces that can adapt cleverly – for example, by incorporating the latest products from the leading contract furniture manufacturer, Brunner.

In 2022, we will once again be bringing together a diverse range of expert voices from the world of architecture, design and planning to share their valuable industry insights.

With a limited selection of high-quality materials, Glenn Sestig is able to evoke visions of old-school grandeur and elegance but to call him a minimalist would be too easy.

Decades of experience has secured German manufacturer BOSSE’s position as a pioneer of room-in-room solutions – sustainable and comfortable spaces for trouble-free communication.

Designed by Swiss creative office atelier oï for contract-furniture specialists Brunner, "foild" is an ultra-nomadic, space-shaping device that turns its users into interior planners. Text by Simon Keane-Cowell

What happens when you marry a seven-tonne Alpine boulder with premium Bauwerk parquet flooring and views of verdant Swiss hills?

Comic artist Vittorio Giardino’s latest designs for Tecnografica’s ‘Art Collections’ series of graphic wallpaper artworks deliver more than a powerful visual impact, they’re also sound-absorbing, waterproof and 100 per cent sustainable.

While certain room elements are more susceptible to the whims of fashion, walls and floors often have more permanent natures. With their METALYN tile series, however, Villeroy & Boch show that the two are not mutually exclusive, as they

BOSSE's sustainably produced Cubes help to make the open-plan office attractive again, providing comfortable spaces for flexible working in optimised climatic and acoustic conditions.

Whether it is possible to work in a creative, concentrated and productive way in an office depends on a variety of factors. To kick off the Palmberg Intelligence Series – a three-part series presented by office furniture manufacturer Palmberg –

Catering to the rising interest in open-air living, Italian furniture brand Minotti has expanded its outdoor collection, introducing versatile furnishing pieces that bring personality and sophistication to a myriad of exterior settings.

The Swiss furniture brand Sygnard combines old design with new technology – and makes the eclectic Art Deco style of the early 20th century fit for today. With furniture that brings opulence and precision into perfect balance.

The new premium version of Egger’s PerfectSense lacquered board allows architects to set new standards for matt and high-gloss surface finishes.

A captivating and immersive exploration of the latest trends and materials, this year’s Surface Design Show was the place to be for interior designers and architects looking to stay one step ahead in the field.

In the first installment of the Bette Intelligence Series – three consecutive features sponsored by the German bathroom specialist –, multidisciplinary journalist and sustainability expert Tansy Kaschak takes a look at the contemporary hotel

Freifrau’s new Nana chair by Berlin-based Hanne Willmann merges the designer’s straightforward design language with the seating specialist’s trademark comfort and elegance.

Danish design is defined by a holistic and harmonious approach that is embodied in the iconic products of tap manufacturer VOLA.

On a new residential project in London, three design offices were each given a show apartment, a design brief and a selection of furniture from Danish brand BoConcept. Find out below what happened next…

Bringing the outside in isn't just one of the most prominent interior trends of the last century. For these newly opened hospitality projects, it's a way to root themselves in their local surroundings and offer guests a truly authentic stay.

Think you know BoConcept? Think again. The go-to Danish furniture manufacturer is as much a project partner for contract business as it is a successful consumer brand.

At times, all it takes is a thoughtfully crafted sofa, bench or armchair to spark connections. Parla’s Hew seating collection embodies this concept, providing the necessary comfort and adaptability to cultivate all kinds of social interactions…

The CGI agency Danthree Studio develops photo-realistic and high-quality 3D visualisation for brands, online shops and planning offices in the furniture, home and living industries – virtual spaces with 3D-modelled products and objects for the here

At this year's Orgatec, Simon Keane-Cowell sits down with the Italian-British designer to discuss the state of office design and his latest Pedrali collaboration: a lightweight, versatile desk that makes space for our new workplace values and

Nawabari is a versatile and playful new furniture collection resulting from a Nordic collaboration that leverages the combined power of two Danish design titans, BoConcept and BIG.

Workplace comfort is not just about soft seats, fresh fruit and breakout rooms. In the background, less-visible features are also quietly playing their part…

Ambiente trends 24+ gives life to three key styles.

From 3 to 7 February 2023, Messe Frankfurt will once again shine the spotlight on the world of consumer goods. And with an expected 4,500 exhibitors, the new combined format of Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld, promises to be an event not

Print-graphics experts Arlon Graphics are moving into interiors with an architectural range of high-quality vinyl wallcoverings – spreading bubble-free creativity across both commercial and residential spaces.

Autex Acoustics’ intelligent, sustainable solutions not only integrate into different architectural contexts, they also contribute to greater well-being and performance in working environments.

For Ona Lounge, the latest addition to Freifrau’s versatile Ona chair family, designer Sebastian Herkner took a more elegant approach, while still managing to add some trademark Freifrau playfulness…

Design disciples and interiors enthusiasts rejoice! A full-fat, in-person Maison&Objet returns proper from 20-24 January 2022 to celebrate everything design, decor, and craft.

Cologne-based FLAT'N specialises in creating bespoke carpet designs, using innovative digital printing techniques to realise individual patterns, colour combinations and shapes.

With improvements to endurance, resistance and design adaptability, the latest medium density fireboards, once only a budget-friendly option, are giving natural materials a run for their money.

Originally designed in 1951 and first realised by Arper in 2012, Lina Bo Bardi's Bowl Chair is back – in striking new colours and patterns that honour the designer's dual heritage...

Through research and development, long-time manufacturer of decorative vegan leather coverings, Morbern, is bringing highly relevant fabrics to the contract market, in a range of glowing colours.

Warsaw Home & Contract is a welcome opportunity for architects and interior designers to re-establish business relationships, establish new ones and discover the latest ideas generated by Poland’s burgeoning design community.

Workplace expert Steelcase takes the biomechanics of sitting very seriously, conducting four years of movement studies involving four different universities and 27 scientists…

Design Shanghai returns to the Chinese metropolis in 2023 – bigger than ever and also celebrating its 10th edition with an eclectic mix of international exhibitors, events and speakers.

Celebrating the winners of the German Design Awards 2024

Iconic Italian brand Minotti is spreading its trademark elegance out into the fresh air.

Originality and naturalness are among the most important values of our time. With THE FINEST, kymo returns to its essence, combining the finest raw materials and time-honoured craftsmanship to create sensual works of art.

With many emerging and established Hungarian designers and manufacturers on show, 360 Design Budapest blends the country’s culture and crafts with technology, and puts environmental eyes on the future.

Taking a look back at the most popular office buildings and interiors from the last year on Architonic.

Design and attention to detail have been traditions at Züco for over a hundred years. Now, following in the footsteps of the Averio lounge chair, comes the narrower Averio XS – also produced entirely according to the needs of the individual.

Returning to New York with a refreshed approach, ICFF and WantedDesign Manhattan 2023 bring a cohesive and interactive event, cutting-edge design and new spaces to meet.

In this monthly format, we bring you the must-see projects and articles you may have missed over the last four weeks on Architonic. Featured in November: private and public spaces for the senses, a reimagined architecture archetype and an exclusive

For over five decades, Bavarian outdoor brand Weishäupl has been producing ‘quality for the beautiful moments in life’. With its commitment to handcraft, the family business, now in its second generation, brings high-end, durable living out into

When it comes to flavour, these projects from Europe and the United States don't just stick to the menu. Instead, a clever blend of materials transforms them into experiential spaces that entice patrons to linger a little longer.

With market-leading sustainability, flooring manufacturer Fabromont's durable yet comfortable range is well suited to various projects, from hard-wearing private spaces to homely commercial ones.

Material innovation has become well established as a guiding principle of contemporary design. But in Eindhoven, one tried-and-tested building element in particular received not one, but multiple original modernisations.

Our annual review of the most popular commercial buildings and spaces in Architonic’s project database. Featuring weStudio, EFFEKT, Aaksen Responsible Aarchitecture, KAAN Architecten and Studiolada Architectes.

These four contemporary residential projects usher their residents outside with strategic open floor plans, attractive exterior spaces and plenty of greenery.

At the London Design Fair, Material Matters and other exhibitions and installations across the city, designers, architects, engineers and other change makers reveal their latest work on sustainable materials.

Until now, there had only really been one major element missing from Freifrau's portfolio, namely a modular sofa – a gap now filled by the Mia system, designed by award-winning young Berlin-based designer Ilja Huber.