Geometric perforations illuminate Saudi metro station by Zaha Hadid Architects

King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station by Zaha Hadid Architects

UK studio Zaha Hadid Architects has completed the King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station along the Riyadh Metro network, which opened on Sunday in Saudi Arabia‘s capital city.

Located in Riyadh‘s financial district, the station by Zaha Hadid Architects serves as a key interchange on the new metro line, which spans more than 176-kilometres across 85 stations and has a capacity of 3.6 million daily passengers.

View from platform at metro station by Zaha Hadid Architects
The KAFD Metro Station by Zaha Hadid Architects has opened in Riyadh

Designed as a multi-modal transport hub, the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Metro Station has six rail platforms spread across four levels, which connect with local bus and park-and-ride services, and the KAFD monorail via a skybridge.

Additionally, indoor and outdoor plazas were included within the development.

Exterior view of King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station
The sinuous exterior features geometric perforations

The station’s exterior, which is clad in concrete panels, features a sinuous design defined by a lattice structure composed of rhythmic “sinewaves”.

This lattice structure is perforated with geometric openings that reduce solar gain on the station interior and, according to the studio, were designed as a “contemporary reinterpretation of traditional environmental sheltering” typical of the region’s vernacular architecture.

“The composition of the station’s facade echoes the patterns generated by desert winds in sand, where multiple frequencies and reverberation generate the complex repetition of patterns evident in the natural world,” the studio said.

“The resulting configuration is a three-dimensional lattice defined by a sequence of opposing sinewaves (generated from the repetition and frequency variation of the station’s daily traffic flows), which act as the spine for the building’s circulation.”

Interior view of station by Zaha Hadid Architects
The station has six rail platforms across four levels

At ground level, glazed arches that follow the facade’s curved formation serve as entrances to the station.

Inside, the station opens up to a spacious interior where the facade’s lattice structure illuminates the space and serves as a decorative backdrop complemented by white concrete panels, patterned flooring and gold-hued details.

To minimise the building’s energy demand, the studio integrated the use of passive strategies and a cooling system powered by renewable energy.

Platform within the King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station by Zaha Hadid Architects
Patterned flooring and gold details feature throughout the interior

Other Saudi projects recently featured on Dezeen include the Sindalah island resort by Luca Dini Design, which is the first Neom region to be completed in the country and the Aramco Stadium designed by Populous ahead of the Saudi World Cup.

Elsewhere, ZHA’s Mercury Tower featuring a twisting facade has reached completion in Malta, while its design for a weaving cultural centre in Uzbekistan has also recently been unveiled.

The photography is by Hufton + Crow.

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Dezeen's top 10 restaurants and bars of 2024

Interior of El Fant cafe

From an underground speakeasy in Hong Kong to an American “cathedral of fried chicken”, here are Dezeen’s top 10 restaurants and bars of 2024.

Two of the main trends in bar and restaurant interiors featured on Dezeen this year were sculptural designs, as seen in Stockholm’s Persona restaurant, and natural materials, such as the firewood-clad passageway at Bar Kar in Kuala Lumpur.

Designers also played with lighting, with projects featuring innovative designs including illuminated arches and pastel-coloured light domes inspired by the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Read on for Dezeen’s top 10 restaurant and bar interiors of 2024:


Superfreak cafe by YSG
Photo by Phillip Huynh

Superfreak, Australia, by YSG

Tactile cork flooring and a tile-clad wooden table create a cosy atmosphere at Superfreak in Sydney, which local studio YSG designed to have a retro feel.

Its 1970s-style aesthetic is also seen in the choice of vintage furniture pieces and lights. Warm yellow and high-gloss green paint adds colour to the laid-back space.

Find out more about Superfreak ›


Interior of Persona restaurant
Photo by Erik Lefvander

Persona, Sweden, by Erik Bratsberg

Interior designer Erik Bratsberg played with different materials for his design of Stockholm‘s Persona restaurant, which was decorated with asymmetrical terrazzo and patinated brass details.

Bratsberg created several artworks for the space, whose interior was partly inspired by mid-century Italian design and features furniture in organic, sculptural shapes.

Find out more about Persona ›


Coqodaq by Rockwell Group
Photo by Adrian Gaut

Coqodaq, US, by Rockwell Group

Designers Rockwell Group described this Korean restaurant in New York City as “the cathedral of fried chicken”.

Illuminated by arches of light made from rippled glass, the space has a dark and moody interior and is filled with green leather and dark walnut booths.

Find out more about Coqodaq ›


Austa restaurant, Portugal
Photo courtesy of Studio Gameiro

Austa, Portugal, by Studio Gameiro

The craftsmanship of Portugal‘s Algarve region informed the interior of this restaurant in the city of Almancil. Designed by local firm Studio Gameiro, Austa was named restaurant and bar interior of the year at this year’s Dezeen Awards.

A four-metre-long bench made from ancient rock salt forms an unusual centrepiece in the space, which features plenty of custom-built furniture and walls clad in soft lime stucco of earthy beige and tan hues.

Find out more about Austa ›


Artifact Bar by NC Design & Architecture (NCDA)
Photo by Common Studio

Artifact Bar, Hong Kong, by NCDA

Local studio NCDA referenced underground water reservoirs when designing this subterranean speakeasy in downtown Hong Kong.

It also drew on sci-fi spaceships and brutalist architecture for the interior of the basement space, which features a glowing disc above the bar that was intended to evoke an artificial sunset.

Find out more about Artifact Bar ›


Interior of El Fant cafe
Photo by Aleksi Tikkala (also top)

El Fant Café and Bar, Finland, by Yatofu

Finnish design studio Yatofu designed the El Fant Café and Bar in Helsinki’s old town with the help of local craftspeople.

The studio used four-centimetre-thick pine boards from northern Finland to create its custom-made furniture, some of which was painted in a warm red hue. At the centre of the bar, a custom galvanised steel bar adds an interesting textural contrast to the wood.

Find out more about El Fant Café and Bar ›


Makan restaurant by Locus
Photo by Rafael Gamo

Makan, Mexico, by Locus

Singaporean restaurant Makan in Mexico City has an interior made from recycled and sustainable materials, including white oak wood, which was used to construct much of the furniture.

“This choice not only highlights the natural beauty of the surroundings but also ensures proper management of natural resources, promoting environmental conservation and supporting the local industry sustainably,” design studio Locus said.

Find out more about Makan ›


The Pinky Ring by Bruno Mars and Yabu Pushelberg
Photo by Sean Davidson

The Pinky Ring, US, by Bruno Mars and Yabu Pushelberg

The most-read Dezeen interior story in the restaurant and bars category this year was about The Pinky Ring, a cocktail lounge and music venue at the Bellagio casino in Las Vegas.

Musician Bruno Mars and design studio Yabu Pushelberg teamed up to create its interior, which features luxurious touches like golden curtains, a mirrored ceiling and a sunken conversation pit.

Find out more about The Pinky Ring ›


Lina Stores South Kensington
Photo by Adam Firman

Lina Stores, UK, by North End Design

Italian restaurant chain Lina Stores worked with interiors studio North End Design to design its Kensington location in London, which is decorated in the brand’s signature pistachio green colour.

Design details include a coffee bar topped with dark timber and stainless steel and arched steel lamps with hanging globe lights.

Find out more about Lina Stores ›


Bar Kar by Spacemen
Photo by Su Ping

Bar Kar, Malaysia, by Spacemen

This Kuala Lumpur restaurant was designed by architecture studio Spacemen to reference the earth ovens historically used to cook and smoke food in the ground.

The studio used natural materials including wood and stone to create the interior, which was designed to feel like “stepping into a giant pot,” Spacemen founder Edward Tan told Dezeen.

Find out about Bar Kar ›

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"I wander into office lobbies wherever I go and it delivers no end of disappointment"

Too many office-building lobbies are being turned into soulless spaces with the same Apple Store aesthetic, writes Anthony Paletta.


Lobbies are all too easily lost lately. Roche-Dinkeloo’s postmodern 60 Wall Street atrium in New York is gone. Helmut Jahn’s Thompson Center atrium in Chicago will survive, but sheared of its harlequin colours to become a dutifully drab space for Google.

Even more esteemed spaces are at routine risk: the exuberant mint art deco lobby of Raymond Hill’s 1931 McGraw Hill building was carted off in 2021. Noguchi ceiling and wall installations were removed from 660 5th Avenue in 2020. The replacements are as monotonous as Netflix suggestions.

Buildings will look real from the sidewalk but AI-generated once you go inside

These egregious examples make the news; many others don’t. I wander into office lobbies wherever I go and it is a habit that delivers no end of disappointment. The recurrent trouble is the sheer number of buildings that look like 1930 or 1960 or 1980 outside and then look like 2020 inside.

Vague nods to the exterior style of the buildings can sometimes be found, but often even that minimal bar isn’t cleared. It is frequently an uncanny experience – buildings will look real from the sidewalk but AI-generated once you go inside.

This is partly a preservation problem; interior landmarking designations are bestowed far more parsimoniously than interior ones, in New York at least. Existing protections for the facades of McGraw Hill and 60 Wall Street were no help for their interiors.

Not every lobby deserves the force of law to keep itself intact. Lobbies can – and do – benefit from refreshes.

Some shifts by ownership about how these spaces should work are welcome. It’s good that they are decreasingly antechambers where you will be judged witheringly and more often social spaces with seating and amenities. This is welcome for everyone, especially flaneurs like myself who never have any actual business to contract inside.

The problem is that rarely do these makeovers merely add things – they tend to take out everything that isn’t load-bearing. These spaces are constantly flayed down to their structural elements in the dubious thought that this will make them welcoming.

They tend to emerge with exactly the same etiolated Apple Store aesthetic

Does this result in a flowering of vibrant and varied new spaces? No. An overwhelming problem is that they tend to emerge with exactly the same etiolated Apple Store aesthetic. The palate is neutral, the accents are wood, and the results are overwhelmingly boring. This Invasion of the Lobby Snatchers keeps leaving us spaces for Airpod people.

The logic of commercial lobby design is the same now as ever; it’s the one place in a large building that everyone is sure to see. Most will encounter only one or a few other floors. It is the place to make an impression. Unfortunately, nearly everyone seems to have settled on making exactly the same impression.

If you read professional advice on lobby design lately you encounter perennial buzzwords. “Timeless finishes” are uniformly encouraged, invariably, “a neutral palette that is inspired by nature hues”. The trouble is that timeless almost always means right now, and that’s soon as dated as whatever they’re ripping out.

60 Wall Street’s Egyptianate joys of marble tiles and granite-faced columns are gone, to be replaced by white surfaces, wooden accents, and a green wall. Promotional materials for the renovation say, “This isn’t your dad’s Wall Street.” Maybe your father was right about some things.

Postmodernism has suffered particularly recently. Blue and salmon panels are out at the Thompson Center; red paint on the space frame is gone in renders. Fujikawa Johnson’s CME Center in Chicago was renovated in 2019, with banded marble out and enormous windows, whites and greys in.

Yugene Cha, an associate principal at Krueck + Sexton who worked on this project, explained in an Architectural Digest interview: “It had this 9-to-5 formal office building feel, like you had to be wearing a suit and tie. It was a little bit overstated and imposing. The goal was to attract millennial talent to the offices, and they couldn’t care less about that ideal.” As we have seen in so many spheres lately, chasing the presumed taste of millennials results in TikTok-level trash.

The frustration is that these anonymous lobbies so often fail to achieve their own goal

The list goes on. Philip Johnson‘s Flemish-guildhall inspired atrium in the TC Energy Center in Houston was choked up with white mezzanines in 2018. The lobby of his Franklin Square in Washington DC was revamped in 2021. Limestone walls accented with black marble and red jasper and a coffered ceiling were out. White walls and enormous backlit glass panels were in. This is also called “timeless”.

You’ll find such examples virtually everywhere: Roche-Dinkeloo’s 1993 Bank of America lobby in Atlanta, once an appealing postmodern space, is now full of garage-door-like wooden slats. Pei Cobb Freed’s U.S. Bank Tower in Los Angeles once had terrazzo; now it has wood accents, a green wall, and a wooden floor.

You can avoid any association with Gordon Gecko and Patrick Bateman contrast collars and still face the knife. Ely Jacques Kahn’s Garment Center lobby is white wood and glass. Carrere and Hastings’ 1921 250 West 57th Street had a grand beaux-arts lobby not long ago; it now has a 76-foot video ceiling.

It doesn’t have to be this way. SOM’s renovation of their own Lever House last year was superb. Amenities can also be added seamlessly; coffee is now available in Allison and Rible’s California Edison building in Los Angeles and it didn’t require turning the lobby into a Starbucks.

Tasteful alterations that actually cohere with a building’s aesthetic aren’t impossible. MdeAS Architects’ and Vocon Architects’ renovation of Eero Saarinen’s CBS building lobby last year is new and good. Norman Kelley found inspiration in Johnson’s own work in buffing up his 190 South LaSalle Street lobby in Chicago. Pei Cobb Freed undid a faulty 1990s renovation of the lobby at Harrison and Abramovitz’s 717 5th Avenue and left a Joseph Albers piece in a better situation than they found it.

The frustration is that these anonymous lobbies so often fail to achieve their own goal – they are the reverse of successful branding. If you go into The Guardian Building in Detroit or 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York or The Guaranty Building in Buffalo or any number of glorious spaces you’ll never be uncertain as to where you are. Go into most recent lobby revamps and it’ll be a strain to have any idea.

Anthony Paletta is an architecture journalist based in New York City. His writing has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, Bloomberg CityLab, The Architect’s Newspaper and Metropolis, among others.

The photo is by Yann Maignan via Unsplash.

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Unlimited Dream Company uses spatial design to create stories on stage

White light over stage

Promotion: design studio the Unlimited Dream Company used lighting, set design and visuals to delve into themes of “fatherhood and growth” for UK artist Loyle Carner on his most recent tour.

It was a recent highlight from the London-based Unlimited Dream Company (UDC) which takes a distinctive approach to show design, placing a strong emphasis on spatial storytelling.

The studio employs various design elements to tell the story of musical artists on stage, working across various levels including creative direction, set design, and film and artwork design.

White light over stage
UDC has used lighting, set design and other visuals to tell a personal story on tour for Loyle Carner. The photo is by Michael Fung.

The studio was set up in 2021, by architect George Thomson and production designer Harrison Smith. The idea behind UDC was to bring together an array of designers, film-makers, musicians and producers from across the design industry to offer a fresh take on experiential design.

It recently collaborated with Loyle Carner on the artist’s Hugo tour, integrating personal elements on stage that illustrated the album’s themes.

It designed a central light that floated above the artist that was representative of the sun’s daily cycle, which structured the artist’s performance around different times of the day.

Person sitting on car
The design studio placed the artist’s first car on stage. The photo is by Diogo

“UDC’s mission is to craft emotionally resonant experiences where the story is always central,” said Thomson. “For us, spatial design is never just a backdrop; it’s a central part of defining and articulating the narrative.”

The studio also placed Carner’s actual first car on set: a Volkswagen, to symbolise the artist’s personal growth. Such details created a more personal experience for the audience as well, according to the studio.

“The stage design masterfully reflected the album’s emotional and thematic core, drawing the audience into a shared, narrative-driven space,” said the studio.

Blue and red light over stage
A central, circular light represented the sun’s daily cycle. Photo by Michael Fung

The studio said it set out to blend storytelling with innovative spatial design and highlight themes in Carner’s album. “The sunlight cycle wasn’t just a visual element, it was a metaphor for personal growth and time’s passage,” said the studio.

“UDC has been committed to integrating storytelling into every facet of live performance design for the past few years,” said the studio.

“Much like in architecture or filmmaking, [the] aim is to evoke visceral, emotional reactions, encouraging audiences to feel rather than intellectualise the experience.”

Person singing in front of light
The spatial design integrated a number of different technologies to achieve an immersive effect

The studio considers techniques used in ancient amphitheatres, such as acoustical optimisation as a result of architecture, to the developing technologies of today, such as XR and AI.

It also builds up the advancements in stage technology that came about in the 1980s and 1990s, when concerts became more “visually and spatially dynamic” and the 2000’s, when technology pushed the craft further.

The integration of these various design techniques, both new and old, promises an exciting future for spatial design in live entertainment.

“The next wave of live entertainment will create environments where the boundaries between the audience, performers, and the space are increasingly blurred and dynamic.”

The photography is by Andy Paradice unless otherwise stated.

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Architects and designers from around the world celebrate Dezeen Awards 2024 at London party

Over 600 architects and designers from across the globe gathered for the Dezeen Awards 2024 party last week in partnership with Bentley, where this year’s winners were announced.

The global event, held at Hackney Church in London, welcomed guests from 35 different countries including China, Mauritius, Mexico, Rwanda and the United States to celebrate the 52 winners.

Spoken-word poet LionHeart delivered a powerful recital

DJ and musician Lou Hayter kicked off the evening as guests arrived, followed by a powerful recital by spoken-word poet LionHeart. The bespoke poem reflected on creative endeavour as a force for good.

The 15 architecture project category winners were the first to be announced, including a spherical dome extension using cross-laminated timber in Stockholm and a restored fortress using timber in Turkey. The overall architecture project of the year winner was then revealed.

The winners of the interiors, design, and sustainability categories were announced next, as well as their respective projects of the year.

Sabine Marcelis was announced as designer of the year

The six Designers of the Year were presented with their awards by the evening’s hosts, Dezeen’s co-CEOs Benedict Hobson and Wai Shin Li. They were joined on stage by editor Tom Ravenscroft, deputy editor Cajsa Carlson and design and environment editor Jennifer Hahn to reveal the winners.

The presentations came to a close with the Bentley Lighthouse Award, introduced by Bentley‘s head of design collaborations, Chris Cooke.

Mexican designer Fernando Laposse was the recipient of this year’s award. In this exclusive video produced by Dezeen in collaboration with Bentley, Laposse reflects on how his work in regenerating agriculture in Mexico shapes his design process.

Fernando Laposse was the second recipient of the Bentley Lighthouse Award

All winners received a hand-crafted trophy made from Paper Factor – an evolution of papier-mâché, developed using a micro-paper compound in collaboration with the University of Salento – and were also showcased in a bespoke installation by Bentley which explored the narrative of paper.

The winning and highly commended studios also received a certificate and Dezeen Awards bag made in collaboration with specialist paper company GF Smith.

Christian Louboutin and Lee Broom were amongst this year’s guests

Guests then celebrated into the night as Hot Chip’s Joe Goddard took to the stage for the evening’s headline performance – enjoying drinks throughout from this year’s drinks partners Perrier-Jouët and The Dalmore.

Dezeen Awards judges, including fashion designer Christian Louboutin, designer Lee Broom and interior designers Bethan Laura Wood and Claudia Afshar were amongst the evening’s international guests.

They were also joined by architects Giles Tettey Nartey, Shawn Adams and Nikoline Dyrup Carlsen.

The awards show design featured immersive projection mapping and a striking lighting scheme

An awards show design led by Hingston Studio with immersive visuals and projection mapping from We Are Seventeen set the scene for the evening, transforming the interiors of the John Pawson-refurbished Grade II*-listed Hackney Church.

The animations took inspiration from the abstract forms and vibrant colours of this year’s identity created by graphic designer Micha Weidmann.

Guests enjoyed celebrations into the night as the global programme drew to a close

All Dezeen Awards 2024 winners were published on Dezeen last Tuesday evening. Each winner was also feature in a dedicated page on the awards website.

You can also sign up for our Dezeen Awards newsletter to be the first to hear the latest updates, including information on the winners and announcements on the next edition of Dezeen Awards.

The photography is by Luke Fullalove. 

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Dezeen Awards is the ultimate accolade for architects and designers across the globe. The seventh edition of the annual awards programme is in partnership with Bentley as part of a wider collaboration to inspire, support and champion design excellence and showcase innovation that creates a better and more sustainable world. This ambition complements Bentley’s architecture and design business initiatives, including the Bentley Home range of furnishings and real estate projects around the world.

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Jaguar unveils concept car as "pure expression of new creative philosophy"

British automaker Jaguar has revealed images of its electric concept car, the Type 00, two weeks on from the launch of a rebrand that made waves online.

Unveiled last night at Miami Art Week in a series of renderings, the Type 00 concept car is supposed to embody Jaguar‘s new creative philosophy of “exuberant modernism” with a design that the company sees as defying electric vehicle conventions.

The exterior of the car marries a sweeping, fastback rear with a boxy and angular front end and a panoramic roof that is said to have “body-harmonising glazing”.

Rendering of pink and blue Jaguar Type 00 concept cars
Jaguar’s Type 00 is the first car design shown in association with its new brand vision

Both the front and rear of the car make use of the “strikethrough” – a new linear graphic motif that hides full-width tailights at the rear – while the classic image of the leaping jaguar has been sidelined from the front or rear of the car in favour of the rounded letterforms of the new wordmark.

The “leaper” instead appears discreetly on the side of the car, where it is laser-etched into a brass ingot that deploys to reveal rear-facing cameras.

Rendering of the front of the Jaguar Type00 concept car in Miami Pink
The concept car includes the new wordmark on the front of the car

“Type 00 is a pure expression of Jaguar’s new creative philosophy,” said Jaguar Land Rover chief creative officer Gerry McGovern. “It has an unmistakeable presence. This is the result of brave, unconstrained creative thinking, and unwavering determination.”

“It is our first physical manifestation and the foundation stone for a new family of Jaguars that will look unlike anything you’ve ever seen. A vision which strives for the highest level of artistic endeavour.”

Rendering of the rear of the Jaguar Type 00 concept car
A linear “strikethrough” motif hides rear tailights

Jaguar chief exterior designer Constantino Segui Gilabert added that it the concept car was a “dramatic presence” that channelled British creativity and originality.

“Jaguar is no place for ordinary,” he said. “When you see a new Jaguar for the first time, it must have a sense of awe, of never having been seen before. Type 00 commands attention, like all the best Jaguars of the past.”

Inside the interior, the Type 00 is characterised by three materials: brass, travertine stone and wool-blend woven textiles. Three lines of brass run the length of the interior, one along each of the doors and one down the centre forming a “spine”, while the stone appears like a plinth for the seats.

Perhaps most unusually, there is an interactive experience called Prism based around these materials.

Rendering of the interior of the Jaguar Type00 concept car
The inside of the car features brass, textiles and travertine stone

Users can pick one of three totems – one made of brass, another travertine and the last alabaster – to place inside the centre console to tailor the mood of the interior, including elements such as ambient lighting, soundscape and screen graphics. The experience is meant to invite users to reflect and appreciate simple sensations.

“We have three key materials – brass, travertine stone and textiles – and the way we use these materials represents bold pieces of art and creates a unique atmosphere,” said Jaguar chief materiality designer Mary Crisp.

Close-up rendering of the Prism sensory feature in the Type 00 Jaguar concept car
Users can place a “totem” in a slot to change the interior mood

As with the exterior, there is a focus on subtle or hidden technologies, with screens that glide across the dashboard, powered stowage areas that slide open on demand and a live display replacing the rear view mirror.

The Type 00 was presented in two colours – Miami Pink and London Blue. The name of the concept car is meant to hark back to the classic naming convention used for historical models like Jaguar’s E-Type, while the first zero references zero tailpipe emissions and the second represents that this is car zero in a new lineage.

Rendering of the jaguar symbol detail from the Type 00 concept car
The leaping jaguar symbol appears within a strikethrough graphic on the side of the vehicle

Jaguar has positioned its rebrand as a “complete reset” and aims to reveal its first reimagined production car, an electric four-door GT, in late 2025. It will also open new “brand stores” around the world as part of this push.

Jaguar was widely mocked when it revealed its rebrand on 18 November, particularly for a video advert that included diverse human models but no cars.

In a Dezeen opinion column on Dezzeen design writer Sophie Tolhurt said it was “baffling” and suggested the company was “leaning on others’ visions of the future” rather than finding its own.

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Material Cultures transforms woodland waste into sustainable sheet materials

V&A Make Good Installation by Material Cultures

For the V&A museum’s 2024 Make Good installation, design and research studio Material Cultures has developed alternatives to plywood and OSB made from underused woodland resources including pine needles and birch bark.

The Woodland Goods project was developed for the V&A’s Make Good: Rethinking Material Futures programme, which investigates the use of natural, renewable materials in design and architecture.

Material boards for V&A Make Good Installation by Material Cultures
Material Cultures has created alternatives to plywood and OSB

Material Cultures was invited to explore how British woodlands might be able to supply the construction industry with environmentally responsible materials beyond standard processed timber.

The studio focused on exploiting the natural properties of three underused materials: bark, natural glues and pine needles. These formed the basis for research into building materials for a post-carbon future.

Stools for V&A Make Good Installation by Material Cultures
Alvar Aalto’s Stool 60 was reimagined with pressed birch and sequoia tops

Material Cultures collaborated with woodland experts Evolving Forests to identify suitable tree species for the project, while fabricator Erthly helped transform the materials into products that could be used as alternatives to plywood or chipboard.

One of the issues the studio identified in its research was the reliance on coniferous trees for construction, which can lead to monoculture forestry that harms biodiversity, depletes water systems and destroys native species.

The designers proposed a different approach that makes the most of the varied building materials that could be harvested from more regenerative and biodiverse woodlands.

Birch board for V&A Make Good Installation by Material Cultures
The designers proposed using building materials from regenerative woodlands

“These exciting materials centre ecological thinking, showing how the status quo can be transformed,” said the studio, which has previously focused on using multi-species timber and hemp-based materials for projects such as an experimental low-carbon house in Somerset, England.

“Changing the way we grow trees could affect how we make buildings, for example by shifting to using mixed species that might be lower yield but more sustainable,” Material Cultures co-founder Summer Islam told Dezeen.

Some of the panels produced for the exhibition are made from silver birch and redwood bark, which both have naturally waterproof properties that make them suitable for use as cladding.

The solid sheets were made by layering strips of bark in alternating directions before compressing and heating them. This process activates the lignin in the bark, which acts like a natural glue and binds the material to itself.

Redwood for V&A Make Good Installation by Material Cultures
Solid sheets were formed by layering and compressing strips of bark

The studio also experimented with bark chips and pine needles, which did not respond to heat and pressure so were instead combined with bio-resins to produce composite sheet materials.

“These are materials that are typically regarded as waste in wood production,” Islam pointed out. “In sawmills, bark is just chipped off and discarded but the sap it contains is a great natural adhesive so we found a way to use it.”

Material samples for V&A Make Good Installation by Material Cultures
Bark chips and pine needles were combined with bio-resins

Bark would typically be sold off as mulch, biofuel or composted, while pine needles left to decompose after tree felling can make the soil in single-species forests overly acidic.

Responsibly harvesting these materials and giving them a practical purpose in construction could support the creation and management of resilient woodlands capable of surviving the changes currently impacting our climate.

To demonstrate how their sheet materials could be used, the designers adapted Alvar Aalto‘s iconic Stool 60, adding tops made from pressed birch and sequoia.

Stool tops for V&A Make Good Installation by Material Cultures
The project is on show at the V&A

The prototype sheet materials are being presented at the V&A until autumn 2025, alongside some of Material Cultures’ experiments and a film documenting the studio’s research.

Material Cultures was shortlisted for Dezeen Awards 2023 emerging architect of the year and previously collaborated with Pakistani architect Yasmeen Lari on a pavilion made from wood and reeds that demonstrates flood-resilient building methods.

The photography is courtesy of the V&A Press Office. 

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Mag Tube and Mag Qube: Qi2 3-in-1 Wireless Chargers with a Creative Twist

Wireless chargers are shaking up wireless charging with a splash of creativity and innovation. Gone are the days of boring, tangled cables. Now, wireless charging is not just about functionality but also about fun and design. The simplest chargers might be flat, but innovations like Apple’s MagSafe and the Qi2 standard have sparked a wave of imaginative designs. This tech leap has taken wireless charging from basic to bold, opening up a world where chargers are not just functional but also fun.

Magnetic wireless chargers have transformed into shapes and sizes that are as diverse as they are functional. Some are stylish and decorative, while others are downright playful. Yet, they all share a common goal: to be efficient and user-friendly, making charging a joyful experience. Enter the Mag Tube and Mag Qube 3-in-1 Intelligent Charging Stations, bringing a unique twist to the design, literally. These futuristic Qi2-compatible MagSafe chargers are not just about charging; they’re about transforming the experience into something delightful.

Designer: ADAM elements

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Say goodbye to flat, boring chargers! With magnetic wireless charging, you don’t have to lay your phone flat anymore. These chargers elevate your device, letting you use it at a comfortable angle while it charges. However, many chargers that offer this feature compromise on versatility, locking your phone into one position. Plus, their design often takes up space even when not in use, which can be a hassle.

Mag Tube Qi2 3-in-1 Intelligent Charging Station

The Mag Tube and Mag Qube are like transforming robots, ingeniously solving these issues. Their top halves rotate at a 45-degree angle, creating a perfect charging surface for video calls or watching shows. And the best part? No manual twisting required. Just press a button, and these chargers magically transform into multi-functional stations, ready to power up your devices.

Mag Qube Qi2 3-in-1 Intelligent Charging Station

But wait, there’s more! These futuristic chargers aren’t just for your phone. With a simple button press, hidden chargers for your Apple Watch and AirPods (or any Bluetooth earbuds) are revealed. At the end of the day, press the buttons again to retract the chargers and return them to their sleek, space-saving forms. It’s a seamless, satisfying experience that you’ll look forward to every time.

Both the Mag Tube and the Mag Qube support 15W max output for fast iPhone wireless charging, as well as 2.5W for both the Apple Watch and the AirPods. You can even charge all three devices at the same time, cutting down on your downtime. You can also just place your phone flat on top when you don’t want to be distracted. The choice is yours to make, not the charger’s.

Offering versatility, these chargers are compatible with the iPhone 12 and newer models. They come with features like Foreign Object Detection, Over-current Protection, and Over-voltage Protection, plus a 3-year limited warranty. The Mag Tube and Mag Qube are not just stylish and space-efficient; they offer a futuristic charging experience that’s both convenient and reassuring.

The Mag Tube and Mag Qube Qi2 3-in-1 Intelligent Charging Stations are game-changers in a time when the wireless charging market is growing at a rapid pace. They combine style, functionality, and a touch of magic, delivering a charging experience that’s as enjoyable as it is innovative. So why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? Embrace the future with these innovative chargers and experience the magic of wireless charging like never before.

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Jaguar Type 00 Concept Breaks Cover

Following an unprecedented maelstrom of marketing controversy and mainstream provocation, Jaguar’s ballyhooed EV concept has finally seen the light day

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Jaguar Type 00 Concept Breaks Cover

Following an unprecedented maelstrom of marketing controversy and mainstream provocation, Jaguar’s ballyhooed EV concept has finally seen the light day

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Jaguar‘s freshly unveiled coupe concept is dubbed Type 00—the first zero representing the brand’s zero emissions future, and the second signifying its status as the ground level for Jaguar’s new direction. This concept sets the path for a future production version that will be unveiled in late 2025.

And what a direction it is, a monolithic design theme that’s fully divorced from the brand’s origins which date to Sir William Lyons’ vision circa 1933. As design director Richard Stevens says, the creative brief for Jaguar designers was to “… understand where we’ve come from, but don’t be harnessed by it. Be fearlessly creative.”

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Nearly a century since the SS 2.5-liter sedan first wore the feline leaper, Jaguar has departed entirely from the complex curves that defined watersheds like the Mark II and the E-Type. Unabashedly planar, linear and expansive, the new design embraces a stark modernist aesthetic and flips the bird to tradition—and virtually everything else on the road for that matter. Copy nothing, indeed.

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Resting on a lavish wheelbase that appears capable of accommodating multiple rows of well-heeled passengers (but in fact only carries two), the Type 00 leads with a flat, slightly faceted frontal surface whose relationship to a traditional grille is entirely perfunctory. Thanks to the EV platform’s minimal cooling needs, the frontal surface is ribbed but not porous, tipping a small hat to convention without entirely pandering to it. Front and center is also one of the only places the reimagined Jaguar branding appears, in all its non-serifed, capitalized G and U glory.

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Big 23-inch wheels sit snugly within wheelarches, and in another visual reference to front-engine grand tourers of yesteryear, a massive dash-to-axle ratio separates the passenger compartment from the prodigious snout despite the absence of an internal combustion powerplant to fill the space. Global PR boss Ken McConomy defends the choice as a way to stand apart from the design language typically embraced by EVs, which usually abbreviate the hood and sit high atop a stack of batteries. Accenting the lower panel just aft of the front wheels is a small brass ingot finished in a leaper logo, which discreetly extends to reveal a side camera.

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Behind the steeply raked windshield is a flush, clean cabin whose lack of topographical features is countered by rich materials including three longitudinal brass spines that bisect the dashboard. The otherwise stark dash has two large, letterboxed screens that rise up when desired and tuck flat for digital detox, with a small, discrete display offering speed information. A low profile digital rearview mirror is also embedded nearby, keeping the visual sightlines clean and uninterrupted.

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Though the Type 00 concept is very much abstract and ambitious in its execution, there is a concession to real, usable luxury in the form of a soundbar speaker that’s upholstered in the same Kvadrat wool textile that covers the seats. Adding a splash of surprise is a strip of blue within one of the central spines. Complementing the wool texture are travertine surfaces that support the seats and brass spines. The stone is a substantive choice that speaks to the ultra-luxury aspirations of the next iteration of the Jaguar brand. Here’s to hoping it gets employed in the production version, as its presence is a breath of fresh air in the sometimes stale realm of automotive materials. “We didn’t chase volume,” the brand’s managing director, Rawden Glover, says of the past, suggesting the automaker’s upscale materials choices support that approach. “We created desirable motor vehicles that connected at an emotional level. We’re all about desirability.”

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Rounding out the tail is a fastback roofline that resolves in an abbreviated haunch with flat, abrupt tail finished in the so-called strikethrough pattern of horizontal slots which frame an expanse of brake lights. Along with the blunt flatness of the nose, these bookends lend an air of brutalism to Jaguar’s new concept which has already angered brand diehards who are quick to call out the brand’s original ideals of Grace, Space and Pace. “Imagine the boldness it took to introduce the E-Type,” one Jaguar designer suggests, referencing what Enzo Ferrari would later famously dub “the most beautiful car in the world.” The world had never seen anything like that before.

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The new rectilinear vision begs the question: is it blasphemous to reverse course and replace curves with sharp creases and straight lines? Perhaps. But it’s also Jaguar’s obligation to reinvent themselves when the brand has been teetering on the edge of irrelevance and flagging sales for years. With that urgency knocking on the door, the Type 00 emerges not as an evolution, but as a revolution, an electrical paddle to the heart in hopes of resuscitating a once-great brand. Here’s to hoping that Jaguar not only lives but thrives in this brave new world.

10 Best Minimalist Designs Of November 2024

In an age where simplicity and functionality reign supreme, minimalist design has become more than just a trend—it’s a lifestyle choice that influences everything from home decor to personal accessories. We have curated ten innovative products that embody the essence of minimalism, each offering unique solutions that enhance daily living while maintaining a sleek, uncluttered aesthetic.

From elegant lighting and versatile drinkware to eco-friendly writing tools and portable tech accessories, these products demonstrate how minimalism can transform ordinary tasks into extraordinary experiences. These unique and minimal designs showcase how less truly can enhance functionality and beauty in our everyday lives.

1. Battery Free Aroma Diffuser

Touted as one of the most minimal tech by Mr. Whose the Boss, the Battery-free Aroma Diffuser is tops this list and we will share with you exactly why. Relaxing and unwinding, mostly after a long day, is a process. Designed to work using a single candle, this minimal aroma diffuser uses physics to get your favourite aroma spreading while the visual appeal of a candle amplifies the ambience of your space.

If you want to look at the mechanism of it, the heat from the candle is carefully shielded and used to generate enough electricity that rotates the single-bladed fan. Overheating an aroma oil disrupts the environment you are trying to create and this tech monitors just that, but with a candle instead of a jumble of buttons to confuse you.

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Why is it noteworthy?

A relaxing and unwinding ritual works better when we are not surrounded by cables – this is something I truly believe in and is the reason why this Battery-free Aroma Diffuser fits perfectly in this list. The design is truly battery-free – it is powered by the might of that single candle, lighting which is a therapeutic process by itself.

The design itself emphasizes minimalism with its transparent glass body complimented by a black metal frame – a throwback to great quality yet aesthetic results in a simple form. Every element of this design is calculated to deliver the best output every step of the way and the result is an integral addition to your de-stressing ritual.

What we like

  • Powered by a candle – keeping the design truly battery and cables free.
  • The use of a candle in the process amplifies the de-stressing ritual as candles are a frequent tool used for meditation.

What we dislike

  • Given the lack of buttons or electric controls, it maybe difficult to fine-tune the aroma being dispersed.
  • We wish there was an all-white version to provide options to the buyers who have a different aesthetic.

2. Pocket Everlasting All-Metal Pencil

Called the Pocket Everlasting All-Metal Pencil, this writing tool eliminates the need for sharpening. It is made entirely from metal and features a core made of graphite and alloy particles. It leaves marks without wearing down. It has a compact size, which allows it to fit perfectly in your pocket, making it ideal for spontaneous creativity.

The pencil embraces minimalism, it reduces waste and serves as a trusty tool for writing and sketching. It features a sleek and durable design while functioning as a sustainable alternative to traditional pencils. It merges functionality with simplicity, making it a perfect choice for those who value efficiency and environmental consciousness.

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Why is it noteworthy?

This innovative all-new metal never requires sharpening. This not only reduces waste but also ensures that you always have a reliable writing instrument at hand. The pencil’s design, which combines graphite and alloy particles, provides a smooth writing experience without the hassle of dull points.

Its compact size and durable construction make it a versatile tool for artists, writers, and professionals alike. It serves as a minimal product that provides a practical and eco-friendly solution to reducing clutter and promoting sustainability.

What we like

  • No need for sharpening, offering a perpetual writing experience.
  • Compact and durable, ideal for on-the-go use.

What we dislike

  • Limited to graphite-like markings, not suitable for all writing preferences.
  • The initial cost may be higher compared to traditional pencils.

3. Japanese Lantern Candle

Called the Japanese Lantern Candle, this lovely product will add a touch of traditional elegance to your modern home. It features a minimal design inspired by classic “chouchin” lanterns. The candle holder provides a gentle glow that will center the mind and spirit. It is handmade by craftsmen in Kurashiki, Japan, featuring a patented technology that prevents the outer wax from melting.

The candle not only elevates the ambiance of any room but also creates an atmosphere of mindfulness and relaxation. It successfully merges traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality, showcasing how thoughtful minimalism can enrich our homes with warmth and tranquility.

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Why is it noteworthy?

The Japanese Lantern Candle features a handmade construction that offers quality and authenticity. The patented technology ensures a safe and clean burn. The design is ideal for adding elegance and sophistication to your home while allowing you to relax and unwind after a long day at work.

By merging functionality with artistry, the Japanese Lantern Candle serves as a prime specimen of how minimalism can enhance our living spaces by building a serene and inviting atmosphere. It offers a calming and aesthetically pleasing lighting solution.

What we like

  • Offers a gentle, relaxing glow that enhances ambiance.
  • Patented technology ensures a clean and safe burn.

What we dislike

  • Limited to candlelight, may not provide sufficient illumination for all needs.
  • Requires careful handling to maintain the integrity of the candle and holder.

4. Painless Key Ring

Named the Painless Key Ring, this product transforms the way you manage your keys. It is minimal and highly functional and draws inspiration from aerospace technology. The ring eliminates the hurdles associated with traditional key rings. It features a spring mechanism that lets you easily add and remove keys without damaging nails or deforming the ring.

It features a sleek and lightweight construction and is available in silver and black. The keyring is blessed with a modern aesthetic that will complement different styles. It simplifies the process of organizing rings, thereby reducing stress, and improving daily convenience.

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Why is it noteworthy?

The Painless Key Ring can convert a boring everyday task into a seamless experience. It features a unique wave coil design, which serves as a stress-free solution, merging durability with a lightweight form. The design is minimal which makes it visually pleasing, and functional.

The use of aerospace-inspired technology ensures that the key ring is both robust and efficient, while its availability in two color options allows for personalization. The minimal design helps improve the utility and user experience, making it a must-have in your home.

What we like

  • Innovative design allows for easy key management.
  • Lightweight and durable, perfect for everyday use.

What we dislike

  • Limited color options may not suit everyone’s taste.
  • The wave spring mechanism might require adjustment for thicker keys.

5. FocusPoint Card Holder

Dubbed the FocusPoint Card Holder, this minimal desk accessory will improve productivity by ensuring your priorities are in sight and within reach. It is made from durable zinc alloy, and functions as a sleek card holder that merges elegance with functionality, offering a stylish abode for your essentials and to-do lists.

The cardholder includes an integrated tray that holds small items, ensuring a clutter-free workspace. The holder helps to simplify the way we organize tasks, promoting focus and efficiency through its minimal form. It is equipped with a compact design which allows sit to fit seamlessly with any desk setup.

Click Here to Buy Now: $29.00

Why is it noteworthy?

The unique cardholder can transform a workspace by keeping important tasks physically visible, enhancing focus and productivity. Its minimalist design not only adds a modern touch to any desk but also provides practical benefits by reducing digital distractions.

The inclusion of high-quality To-Do List cards ensures that your priorities are always front and center, while the integrated tray offers additional storage for small essentials. This cardholder exemplifies how minimalism can enhance organization and efficiency, making it a valuable tool for professionals.

What we like

  • Keeps tasks visible, enhancing focus and productivity.
  • Compact design with integrated tray for additional storage.

What we dislike

  • Limited to physical cards, which may not suit digital-only users.
  • Zinc alloy construction, while durable, may not appeal to all aesthetic preferences.

6. Battery-Free Amplifying iSpeakers

Called Battery-Free Amplifying iSpeakers, these speakers provide a minimal solution for enhancing smartphone audio without the need for electricity or power. It is built from vibration-resistant Duralumin, and the speakers use the golden ratio to amplify sound naturally. They feature a portable design which allows them to be used anywhere.

The speakers are excellent for music lovers who want simplicity and convenience in their audio products. The speakers eliminate the need for batteries or electricity. They adopt minimalist principles, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing the user experience.

Click Here to Buy Now: $179.00

Why is it noteworthy?

The Battery-Free Amplifying iSpeakers serve as a sustainable and convenient solution to elevate smartphone audio. They deliver optimal sound quality, while the battery-free design reduces environmental impact. They showcase how a minimal product can improve functionality and user experience.

They function as portable and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional speakers. The speakers merge innovation with simplicity, providing a practical and stylish solution for music lovers seeking to enjoy their tunes anytime, anywhere.

What we like

  • Battery-free design offers sustainable and convenient audio amplification.
  • Made from durable Duralumin, ensuring longevity and quality.

What we dislike

  • Limited to smartphone audio, not suitable for all devices.
  • May not provide the same sound quality as powered speakers.

7. Fire Capsule Oil Lamp

Say hello to the Fire Capsule Oil Lamp – this unique product embodies minimal elegance while converting any space into a peaceful oasis with its gentle flow. Eri Tsuonoda designed the artfully crafted lamp and it showcases a harmonious blend of aesthetics and functionality. It not only enriches your environment with soothing illumination but also supports mindful living by encouraging a clutter-free ambiance.

It boasts a minimalist design that draws inspiration from traditional tea canisters, making it an elegant addition to your living space. It features a lightweight construction and a cylindrical form, which makes it a minimal and ideal companion for modern living. It elevates your daily rituals with elegance and tranquility.

Click Here to Buy Now: $89.00

Why is it noteworthy?

The Fire Capsule Oil Lamp can seamlessly integrate with different settings, providing aesthetic appeal and functional benefits. It features a precision-engineered lid which maintains the glass chimney’s clarity while creating an incredible lighting experience. It has an 80ml capacity, which can offer 16 hours of continuous light, perfect for gatherings with friends.

The design isn’t simply visually pleasing but also functional, as it provides clean and safe illumination with paraffin oil. It has a lightweight and portable nature, making it a versatile accessory, allowing you to use it both indoors and outdoors. The lamp showcases how simplicity can enhance our lives by creating a calming atmosphere that encourages relaxation and mindfulness.

What we like

  • Long-lasting glow with up to 16 hours of continuous light.
  • Features an aroma plate for scent infusion which enhances ambiance.

What we dislike

  • Requires paraffin oil, which may not be readily available everywhere.
  • The glass chimney, while elegant, may be fragile and requires careful handling.

8. AromaCraft Clothes Brush

The AromaCraft Clothes Brush converts garment care into something relaxing and worthwhile. It features a minimal design and offers luxurious fragrant care. It merges traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality and features an innovative aromatic paper insert that supports customizable fragrances.

The clothes brush transforms a routine task into a meditative ritual. It not only elevates the appearance of your wardrobe but also encourages mindfulness and relaxation. It adds fragrance to garment care and showcases how minimalism can elevate everyday experiences and rituals.

Click Here to Buy Now: $149.00

Why is it noteworthy?

The AromaCraft Clothes Brush provides a unique approach to garment care. It combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern innovation. It is equipped with hand-planted bristles and an aromatic paper insert which create a luxurious experience while refreshing and renewing your clothes.

The use of natural materials, such as walnut wood and white boar bristles, ensures durability and gentle care, while the customizable fragrance adds a personal touch.  By transforming a routine task into a ritual, the AromaCraft enriches our daily lives with elegance and tranquility.

What we like

  • Customizable fragrance enhances the garment care experience.
  • The durable, handcrafted design ensures longevity and gentle care.

What we dislike

  • Requires essential oils for fragrance, which may not be readily available.
  • May not be suitable for all fabric types, requiring careful use.

9. Pop-up Book Vase Edition 4

Say hello to the Pop-Up Book Vase Edition 4. This unique product provides a playful take on floral arrangements. It features a minimal and creative design, transforming from a book into a 3D vase cutout. It offers a fresh and sophisticated display for your flowers. It is built from natural pulp with a water-resistant coating, merging sustainability with artistry.

The book vase’s minimal and aesthetic design elevates the presentation of the flowers while also encouraging exploration and creativity. It delivers multiple vase designs in one book, cutting down the need for multiple products, and showcasing that less is more.

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Why is it noteworthy?

This vase provides an innovative approach to floral arrangements, offering a dynamic and interactive display that captivates and inspires. Its ability to transform from a book into a vase provides a unique and engaging experience, while the use of natural materials ensures sustainability.
The Pop-Up Book Vase’s minimalist design not only saves space but also encourages creativity by offering different vase designs and perspectives. By combining functionality with artistry, this vase makes a charming addition to your living space.

What we like

  • Offers multiple vase designs in one product, promoting creativity.
  • Made from sustainable materials, supporting eco-friendly practices.

What we dislike

  • Limited to lightweight floral arrangements, not suitable for all types of flowers.
  • Requires careful handling to maintain the integrity of the paper structure.

10. Upside-Downside Cup

The Upside Downside Cup features a minimal 2-in-1 design which redefines ordinary drinkware. It packs versatility and elegance in one form and is built from durable Tritan copolyester. The cup can be utilized as a pair of tumblers, drinkware with a lid, or a container for snacks. It features a clear and glass-like appearance that is quite classy.

The Upside Downside Cup adopts minimalist principles, thereby reducing clutter, and improving convenience in your home. It is available in two sizes and colors and can be utilized for various needs and styles. It will not only enhance your drinking experience but also create a clutter-free lifestyle.

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Why is it noteworthy?

The Upside Downside Cup adopts an innovative approach to multifunctional design. It serves as a versatile solution for modern living and can convert a tumbler into a lidded drinkware or snack container. Since it is made from Tritan copolyester, it is durable and shatterproof.

This drinkware’s minimalist design not only saves space but also reduces the need for multiple products, aligning with sustainable living practices. It serves as a versatile and sophisticated solution that can enhance functionality and style in our daily lives through minimalism.

What we like

  • Versatile design offers multiple functions in one product.
  • Durable and shatterproof, suitable for various settings.

What we dislike

  • Limited color options may not suit everyone’s preferences.
  • Tritan copolyester, while durable, may not offer the same feel as glass.

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