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Extra: An optimistic time for design
Nolan Giles tells us why there is cause for optimism as the design industry emerges from the pandemic.
Design Week Lagos
We meet the founder of Design Week Lagos and hear about a collaboration between celebrated lamp-maker Anglepoise and the UK’s National Trust. Plus: some words of wisdom on retail design from Joana Astolfi.
Extra: Verner Panton – Colouring a New World
We step into the vibrant environments of the Danish furniture and interior designer at the Trapholt Museum of Modern Art and Design.
Peter Saville
We speak to Peter Saville, the graphic designer behind iconic album covers for Joy Division and New Order, before taking an advance look at Monocle’s November issue. Plus: German bathroom manufacturer Hansgrohe shares some Water Tunes.
Extra: Omer Arbel
The co-founder of Vancouver and Berlin-based brand Bocci shares his approach that encourages surprise and continuous material experimentation in the design and manufacturing process.
Iwan Baan, Niwaki, Bruce Kuwabara
Iwan Baan discusses his project documenting light and architecture in Burkina Faso and we explore a new shop in London devoted to Japanese gardening equipment. Plus: Bruce Kuwabara reflects on Canada’s design industry.
Extra: Kasama Potters
We hear about the project bringing handmade Kasama pottery from Japan to the UK.
The varied world of architecture models
We explore the weird and wonderful world of architectural models at a new exhibition in London and learn a few tips to transform our wardrobe. Plus: why a city-based architect is focusing on improving rural life.
Extra: Bally London
We meet Seen Displays, the design studio behind the new Bally flagship in London, to find out how the shop personifies the brand.
Rebuilding Beirut
We reflect on the rebuilding of Beirut following the blast last year at the city’s port; visit a new showcase on biophilic design; and discover why the Royal College of Art’s new campus is growing to include facilities for robotics, science and technology.