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With just one week left to enter Dezeen Awards 2025 in partnership with Bentley, there is still time to submit your projects by the deadline on 29 May at 23:59 London time.

Start your entries today to take advantage of our low entry prices and avoid late entry fees.

Ahead of the deadline, we’ve put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our entrants to help you easily submit your entries on time.

How much does it cost to enter?

Our prices are some of the lowest in the industry, making Dezeen Awards affordable for all, particularly for those smaller, emerging practices and individuals.

Small studios can enter for £120 and large studios pay just £240 per category entry, respectively. After 23:59 London time on 29 May, prices will increase to our late entry fees.

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How do I create an entry?

Creating an entry is easy – simply create an account or log in using our new entry platform, Evessio, upload 10 high-quality project images and succinctly answer five easy questions in the entry form, explaining the inspiration, concept and impact of your project or product.

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What are the judging criteria?

Entries will be scored by our panel of leading industry professionals based on Dezeen Awards’ three main criteria – is it beautiful, innovative and beneficial?

Judges include architects Carlo Ratti and Lina Ghotmeh, interior designers Tatjana von Stein and Teo Yang, and designers Samuel Ross and Helle Mardahl, among others.

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Can I enter multiple categories?

You can enter the same project, or multiple projects, into several categories, however, you cannot submit the same entry into the same category more than once.

With 49 project categories, spanning architecture, interiors and design, as well as six sustainability categories, why not enter another category and have a greater chance of success?

To do this, simply add new categories by clicking ‘add another item’ at the bottom of your entry form.

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Can I edit my entry?

You may return and make as many edits as you like until you make payment. After you’ve made payment, no further changes can be made to your entry.

Will I need to pay anything if I win?

There are no hidden costs involved with Dezeen Awards. We will not charge you for your trophy or anything else if you win.

The Dezeen Awards 2025 party in November, where we unveil all our winners, will be a ticketed event, but attendance is not mandatory. Find out more about last year’s spectacular event here.

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If you have any questions or if you’re having trouble submitting your entry, please reach out to our awards team at awards@dezeen.com.

Dezeen Awards 2025 in partnership with Bentley

Dezeen Awards is the ultimate accolade for architects and designers across the globe. The eighth 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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MB&F is a watchmaker you’d repeatedly turn to for high-stake complications and innovation, whether you’re in awe of the charm of the Horological Machines or the intricacies of the Legacy Machines. The watches in these collections are time tellers that “reinterpret fine watchmaking into kinetic, 3-dimensional sculptures” you can adorn on the wrist. Now somewhere in between the Horological and the Legacy Machines, is the Special Projects collection of undefinable timepieces spearheaded by the all-new SP One, which the company says, is its slimmest and perhaps the simplest watch, ready for everyday wear.

Coming from MB&F, that would sound unfamiliar. But whether it is with the slightly affordable M.A.D.Editions timepieces, M.A.D.2 or the SP One – the slimmest and smallest timepieces in the Maximilian Büsser and Friends repertoire – there is a slight change in approach to watchmaking from the brand. The basic ethos remains unaltered, but the approach is more mass appealing than, for the longest time, being something unattainable for even some collectors.

Designer: MB&F

The exciting new Special Projects One (or SP One) is designed to be the thinnest watch in the brand’s collection, but it remains within the 3-dimensional architecture that’s true to MB&F’s popularity. This unique watch, which was initially nicknamed “Three Circles,” features a clean yet mindboggling dial: It’s transparent and features three components that seem to be floating in mid-air within the case. The case: Well, it’s another exciting story.

The three gravity-defying components – the barrel, balance wheel, and dial – are sandwiched between sapphire crystals on the front and back. The case is pebble-like and really tiny. It measures only 38mm and is 12mm thick, and is completely bezel-free and has detachable lugs that allow the watch to be paired with a calfskin leather strap, so it can be worn as a dress watch. To that accord, MB&F provides the SP One in two models: platinum and rose gold. The platinum model with a sky-blue bevelled flange is priced CHF 63,000 ($75,000), and the rose gold edition with anthracite bevelled flange is priced lower at CHF 58,000 ($70,000).

The visually distinguishing element on the SP One is also the crown, which sits at ten o’clock. The unconventional watch is powered by a completely in-house SP One movement, most of which remains hidden away behind the floating dials, but is visually connected by a three-spoked bridge that kind of seems to be holding everything in place on the absent dial. The manual winding movement offers a 72-hour power reserve and consists of 191 components and 31 jewels. The pleasant appearance of the SP One and its intricate horological genius make it look delicate, but that’s apparent. Being an MB&F, you would want to guard it with your life on land, underwater, it can handle up to 30m conveniently.

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Technology company Dyson has revealed the PencilVac vacuum cleaner, which it describes as “the broom of the future”.

Billed by Dyson as the “world’s slimmest vacuum cleaner”, the lightweight cordless vacuum has a body that is only 38 millimetres in diameter.

Designed primarily for hard floors, the vacuum has the profile of a broom with a continuous, rounded silhouette and a large head.

“It’s the broom of the future,” Dyson design manager Sam Cole told Dezeen. “The idea was to fit everything into 38 millimetres, whether it’s at the top or what we call the handle.”

“But really, the whole thing is kind of a handle,” he added.

According to Cole, the size of the vacuum was determined by years of research at Dyson.

The company’s R&D team believes that 38 millimetres, which is also the size of many of its Supersonic hair driers, gives the ideal balance between usability and being able to fit in motors and electronics.

The PencilVac is powered by the newly developed Hyperdymium motor, which the company describes as its fastest and smallest motor.

“We’ve matched their diameter to our hair care products,” explained Cole. “It’s kind of a sweet spot for ergonomics and power density.”

“Within that 38 millimetres, we can fit in our Hyperdymium motors. If you make those motors much smaller, you lose a lot of power. And then if you go much bigger, it becomes uncomfortable for people with smaller hands.”

The motor powers the suction system, which pulls dirt through a two-stage dust filtration system that separates dust from air so as not to impact the airflow.

Dust is pulled into an “air-compressing bin” that uses the suction power to compress dust, so that more can be contained within the small space.

The handle also contains a swappable battery.

According to Cole, along with the challenge of squeezing everything into the tubular form, the main issue was ensuring durability in a product that would be heavily used. This meant that every element had to be effectively designed from scratch.

“Every single thing, basically, genuinely had to be engineered from scratch, like we had nothing to go on,” he said.

The vacuum was designed to be extremely convenient to use, with its small diameter meaning it can fit into hard-to-reach spaces. Lying flat, the product is 95 millimetres high, allowing it to squeeze under low furniture.

Although conceived as a device that could be used on hard floors, Dyson envisions the vacuum as a whole-home machine.

“If you look worldwide, actually, something around 60 per cent of places are hard floors with maybe a rug here and there,” Cole said.

“So then it’s very capable of cleaning a whole house and yet it works well on carpets,” he added.

“We’re sort of trying to cover all bases. For some people, it might mean, if you’ve got thick carpets or you live in a very big house, you might still find that you want to pick up your upright vacuum, and we still sell those.”

Founded by inventor James Dyson, Dyson is known as the inventor of the bag-less vacuum with the world’s slimmest vacuum cleaner being the latest in its family of vacuums. The company has also created modern takes on headphones, hairdryers, air purifiers and bladeless fans. It recently revealed that it is developing home robots.

The photography is courtesy of Dyson.

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Huawei just shattered our expectations of what a laptop can be. The new MateBook Fold Ultimate Design doesn’t just push boundaries. It obliterates them.

Designer: Huawei

Unveiled on May 19, this groundbreaking device introduces the world’s first 18-inch foldable display in a laptop form factor. But calling it merely a laptop feels almost reductive. When unfolded, you’re looking at a stunning 18-inch canvas that somehow weighs less than many 13-inch ultrabooks. When folded, it transforms into a compact 13-inch device that slides effortlessly into a bag.

What makes this design achievement particularly impressive isn’t just the folding display itself. It’s how Huawei solved the countless engineering challenges that have prevented others from creating something this ambitious.

The innovation extends beyond mere technical specifications. Huawei has reimagined the fundamental relationship between users and their computing devices, creating something that adapts to various workflows rather than forcing users to adapt to rigid form factors.

Engineering Marvel: The Hinge

The hinge deserves special attention. Stretching 285mm across the device, Huawei calls it the “world’s largest basalt water drop hinge.” This isn’t marketing hyperbole. The three-stage shaft with mortise and tenon structure delivers a 400% increase in hovering torque compared to standard designs. What does this mean for users? Exceptional stability at viewing angles between 30° and 150°, while maintaining smooth operation at shallow angles between 0-20 degrees.

When unfolded, the MateBook measures a mere 7.3mm thick. For perspective, that’s thinner than many smartphones. Even when folded, it maintains a relatively svelte 14.9mm profile while weighing just 1.16kg. The exterior combines premium leather and metal elements, available in Black, Blue, and White colorways.

The integrated kickstand on the rear panel adds another dimension of versatility. Position the device in landscape or portrait orientation at various angles for different use cases. Present to clients, watch content, sketch ideas, or type documents. The physical form adapts to your needs rather than forcing you to adapt to it.

This level of engineering precision didn’t happen overnight. Huawei claims thousands of prototypes were tested before arriving at this final design, with particular attention paid to the durability of the folding mechanism. The company promises the hinge will maintain structural integrity through thousands of folding cycles.

Display Technology

But the true star is undoubtedly the display itself. The dual-layer LTPO OLED panel delivers an immersive visual experience with a 92% screen-to-body ratio. When fully expanded, you’re looking at an 18-inch canvas with 4:3 aspect ratio and 3.3K resolution (3296 × 2472 pixels). Fold it, and you have a more conventional 13-inch display with 3:2 aspect ratio (2472 × 1648 pixels).

This isn’t just any OLED panel. Huawei implemented the first commercial laptop application of LTPO (Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide) technology, reducing power consumption by 30% while enabling adaptive refresh rates. The 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio ensures deep blacks and vibrant colors across the P3 wide color gamut, while peak brightness reaches an impressive 1600 nits.

For those concerned about eye strain during extended use, the screen incorporates 1440Hz high-frequency PWM dimming and carries TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 certification.

Color accuracy hasn’t been overlooked either. Huawei claims each display is factory calibrated to achieve a Delta E of less than 1, making it suitable for professional creative work. The anti-reflective coating helps maintain visibility even in challenging lighting conditions.

Thermal Innovation

The revolutionary design extends beyond the visible elements. Cooling such powerful components in an ultra-thin chassis required innovative solutions. Huawei engineered diamond aluminum dual fans and an ultra-thin antigravity vapor chamber heat sink. The copper-steel composite 3D vapor chamber and distributed component layout optimize thermal performance without excessive fan noise.

Traditional cooling systems simply wouldn’t work in a device this thin. Huawei’s approach involves separating heat-generating components across the chassis to prevent hotspots. The vapor chamber technology efficiently transfers heat away from critical components to maintain performance during intensive tasks.

Fan noise has been carefully tuned to remain below 28dB during typical usage scenarios. This makes the MateBook Fold Ultimate suitable for quiet environments like libraries and meeting rooms where traditional laptop fans might prove distracting.

Performance and Connectivity

Despite its slim profile, performance hasn’t been compromised. The MateBook Fold Ultimate comes equipped with 32GB of RAM and storage options of either 1TB or 2TB SSD. While Huawei hasn’t explicitly confirmed the processor in all materials, some sources indicate it uses their own Kirin X90 chipset, a fully Chinese-manufactured ARM processor.

A 74.69Wh battery powers the device, with support for fast charging through the included 140W USB-C charger. Connectivity includes strategically placed USB-C ports, one on top and one on the side, along with dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2.

The decision to position USB-C ports on different edges of the device shows thoughtful design consideration. This arrangement allows for convenient charging regardless of how the device is positioned or folded. The absence of legacy ports might disappoint some users, but reflects the forward-looking design philosophy behind the entire product.

Audio-Visual Experience

The audio experience matches the visual excellence with six speakers in total. Three 2W speakers work alongside three 1W speakers, enhanced by Huawei Sound technology. For video conferencing, an 8MP front-facing camera works alongside four microphones to ensure clear communication.

Speaker placement has been carefully considered to maintain audio quality regardless of the device’s orientation. Whether used as a tablet, laptop, or in presentation mode, the sound remains clear and directional. The multi-microphone array uses AI-powered noise cancellation to isolate voices from background noise during calls.

The camera quality represents a significant upgrade from typical laptop webcams. The 8MP sensor captures more detail than the standard 720p cameras found in most laptops, while the wide-angle lens ensures you stay in frame even when moving during calls.

HarmonyOS 5: A New Computing Paradigm

Perhaps the most intriguing aspect beyond the hardware is the software. The MateBook Fold Ultimate runs HarmonyOS 5, marking the first time this operating system appears on a Huawei laptop. This represents a significant departure from Windows, offering users a third major OS option alongside Windows and macOS.

HarmonyOS 5 is designed specifically for this unique form factor. Intuitive gestures include three-finger swipes to move windows across screens and five-finger spreads to maximize applications. When positioned at a 90-degree angle like a traditional laptop, the bottom half can function as a virtual keyboard with customizable skins, adjustable key spacing, and haptic feedback through a linear motor.

The operating system adapts intelligently to different usage scenarios. When folded, it automatically adjusts the interface for a more traditional laptop experience. When fully opened, it transforms into a tablet-like environment optimized for touch interaction. This contextual awareness extends to connected peripherals as well, with the interface changing based on whether the physical keyboard is attached.

Input Options

For those who prefer physical keys, Huawei includes an ultra-thin 5mm wireless keyboard weighing just 290g. This keyboard features 1.5mm key travel, lasts up to 24 days on a single charge, and magnetically attaches to the back of the device when not in use.

The keyboard design deserves special mention. Despite its ultra-thin profile, Huawei has managed to deliver a surprisingly satisfying typing experience. The keys offer tactile feedback that rivals much thicker keyboards, while the full-size layout prevents the cramped feeling often associated with portable keyboards.

Touch input has been optimized as well. The display supports 10-point multi-touch with pressure sensitivity, making it suitable for digital art and note-taking. Palm rejection technology works remarkably well, allowing users to rest their hand on the screen while writing or drawing without causing unwanted input.

Versatility and Use Cases

The versatility of the MateBook Fold Ultimate is perhaps its greatest strength. It transitions seamlessly between tablet mode, laptop configuration, and presentation setup. The built-in kickstand allows positioning at various angles in both portrait and landscape orientations.

Creative professionals will appreciate the large canvas for digital art and design work. The 18-inch display provides ample space for complex projects, while the foldable nature means you can still take this capability on the road. Business users can leverage the presentation mode for client meetings, with the large screen eliminating the need for external displays in many scenarios.

Students might find the combination of note-taking capabilities and full-size keyboard particularly appealing. The ability to fold the device partially creates a natural reading angle for digital textbooks, while the performance specifications handle research and productivity applications with ease.

Market Position

Priced at CNY 23,999 (approximately $3,300) for the 1TB model and CNY 26,999 (roughly $3,700) for the 2TB variant, the MateBook Fold Ultimate Design positions itself firmly in the premium market. It will initially launch in China on June 6, with international availability planned for later dates.

While foldable laptops aren’t entirely new, Lenovo pioneered the concept years ago, Huawei’s implementation represents a significant leap forward. The larger screen, thinner profile, innovative hinge mechanism, and comprehensive ecosystem integration through HarmonyOS demonstrate what’s possible when design and engineering excellence converge.

The pricing strategy places this device in competition with high-end laptops and creative workstations rather than mainstream consumer devices. Huawei is clearly targeting professionals and enthusiasts who value cutting-edge technology and are willing to invest in unique capabilities not found elsewhere.

Future Implications

The MateBook Fold Ultimate Design doesn’t just represent another iterative step in laptop evolution. It reimagines what portable computing can be. Whether this specific implementation becomes the new standard remains to be seen, but Huawei has undoubtedly expanded our understanding of what’s possible in mobile computing design.

As with most breakthrough technologies, we can expect the concepts pioneered here to eventually trickle down to more affordable devices. The engineering solutions developed for this premium device will likely inform future products across various price points, potentially making foldable displays a common feature in laptops within the next few years.

The introduction of HarmonyOS to the laptop form factor also signals Huawei’s ambitions beyond smartphones and tablets. Creating a cohesive ecosystem across all computing devices could position the company as a more comprehensive alternative to established players in the personal computing space.

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Commemorating the spirit of resilience and transformation, the “Hug Me” Chair emerges as an emotional and artistic response to three decades of inspiration drawn from Steel-Land, a powerhouse in China’s high-end home furnishings industry. This chair pays homage to Steel-Land’s journey, channeling its story of growth, endurance, and heartfelt connection with customers into a single, memorable piece of design.

The genesis of the Hug Me Chair stems from the symbolic narrative of Steel-Land’s 30-year milestone. From its early days in 1993, when it entered the market with innocent ambition, to its current position as a trusted industry name, Steel-Land’s evolution is reflected in the chair’s enveloping form. The chair’s extended armrests, mimicking an embrace, represent both affection and gratitude, encapsulating the emotional warmth and recognition that Steel-Land sought and eventually earned.

Designer: Zipeng Zhou

The Hug Me Chair distinguishes itself with a design that speaks volumes. Its naturally flowing armrests create a visual and tactile representation of a hug, giving users a sense of emotional and physical comfort. Meanwhile, the solid and grounded base evokes stability and strength, symbolizing not only durability but also the firm foundation that inspired this design. This thoughtful balance of emotional narrative and practical form gives the Hug Me Chair a unique presence, equal parts sculpture and sanctuary.

The chair invites interaction through its variety of fabrics and colors, offering personalized luxury. The polyester fiber option, enhanced by advanced 3D technology, delivers a soft, breathable, and deformation-resistant texture. The lambswool variant, with its delicate curl and warmth, mirrors natural wool, offering comfort and a cozy aesthetic. Both fabrics are resistant to pilling and wear, maintaining a pristine look over time.

Multiple color options allow the Hug Me Chair to adapt easily to a range of interiors, from understated modern to relaxed rustic, creating spaces that feel grounded, inviting, and distinctly human.

Designed with ergonomic precision, the Hug Me Chair supports relaxation in any setting. Its 105-degree reclining backrest complements the human form, making it ideal for reading, lounging, or shared moments at home. The inner metal framework is paired with slow-rebound molded foam for a seating experience that is both firm and cloud-like.

Exquisite hand-stitching, an integrated molding structure, and glue-free construction contribute to its structural integrity and environmental consciousness. With lotus leaf bionic technology applied to the fabric, the chair resists water and stains, allowing for effortless maintenance without compromising its luxurious look and feel.

At the heart of the Hug Me Chair is a careful negotiation between visual expression and everyday functionality. The design challenge was to maintain a distinct, sculptural aesthetic while enhancing comfort and ensuring long-term durability. Through meticulous research and craftsmanship, this balance was achieved, resulting in a product that offers as much meaning as it does comfort.

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