Bomma brings "magical texture" to Flare light using traditional glassmaking technique

Bomma's flare light fixture hanging above a coffee table

Promotion: Czech lighting brand Bomma has released a modular pendant light made of hand-pulled crystal-glass rods designed by Kateřina Handlová.

The Flare light consists of three separate glass tubes – one straight and two curved – that Handlová designed so that they can be arranged into numerous constellations.

Bomma Flare pendant lighting fixture
Bomma has unveiled the Flare pendant light

The pendant was made using a traditional glassmaking technique, where a length of molten glass is covered in small shards known as sinter before being dipped into liquid glass to form a smooth outer layer.

Finally, the whole tube is stretched to the desired length, pulling the shards into a dramatic internal swirling pattern.

“This creates a magical texture inside the rod, seemingly its own universe, flaring every time a switch is flipped,” Bomma said.

Glass blower shaping the Bomma Flare pendant lighting fixture
The glass rods are distinguished by their internal spiral pattern

The minimalist design of the Flare light – unveiled at the Light + Building trade fair in Frankfurt earlier this month – is complemented by a brushed silver or gold mounting on one side.

The light is suspended from either one or two thin steel wires that hold the pendant in position.

“I’m always surprised by the amount of construction and aesthetic details required for such a simple mounting,” said Bomma’s creative director Václav Mlynář.

“The light is designed to provide maximum diversity, and this is why we put great emphasis on the ceiling mounting and its ability to branch the individual pendants.”

Bomma Flare pendant lighting fixture hanging over a table
A brushed gold mounting is fixed to one side of the rods

The rods can be used individually or combined to create more voluminous installations for larger spaces like stairwells and double-height spaces.

Flare’s modular construction allows the pendant to fit into a range of different interiors, from homes to more spacious commercial interiors.

Bomma Flare pendant lighting fixture hanging over a sofa
The glass tubes can be combined to form larger constellations

“Flare can be just a line, a detail or a monumental installation in office buildings or hotel lobbies,” Handlová said.

For more information visit Bomma’s website.

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Wall-mounted drawers offer storage that leaves your floor clear and free

Storage containers are inescapable facts of life, especially in this day and age where we collect so many material possessions. These vessels can range from plastic boxes to wooden furniture like shelves and cabinets, all of which trade floor space for that storage capacity. Unfortunately, floor space is also becoming a luxury these days, and we can’t simply expand the area in proportion to our growing storage needs. We need to be smarter about the way we use storage and what we use for storage, and no, stacking them up to the ceiling isn’t a viable solution nor a safe one. These drawers, in contrast, do offer a better alternative by taking advantage of the free space that we have found on our walls.

Designers: Camille Paillard and Romain Voulet

Storage boxes are a common sight in many households. They’re simple, convenient, and often stackable. They also take up precious floor space, and stacking them so high can become a safety hazard if left unchecked. Ideally, we’d “Marie Kondo” our excess possessions, but we’ll always still end up with stuff we can’t simply throw out. We obviously need more storage, but we also don’t have more floor space to use. What we do have, however, is plenty of free wall space that isn’t even taken up by decorations.

The KGT Wall Units evolved from metal storage boxes that could be individually stacked just like any conventional storage box. As the name implies, these boxes are mounted on a wall rather than lying on the floor. In this manner, they actually behave more like drawers rather than boxes, but the function and purpose are the same: to hide your possessions from view.

Of course, these can’t be stacked like normal boxes because they have to be screwed to a wall for stability. In fact, each unit has a fixed number of drawers, either one, three, or six in a vertical arrangement. There is one other variant where the drawers line up side-by-side, creating a long horizontal row instead. Of course, there’s no limitation on how you combine those units and how many you use. You could even have a whole stack of three six-unit drawers for a total of 18, or 18 individual drawers, presuming you have enough vertical clearance.

More than just their practical utility, however, these wall-mounted drawers add aesthetic value to a space, something ordinary stacked boxes don’t often provide. The gaps between each drawer bring some negative space that visually balances the unit, and the top of each unit becomes yet another space to utilize for things you want people to see. With a powder-coated finish, these seemingly floating drawers provide more than just smart storage but also visual interest to your space, all without cluttering your floor even further.

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An Actually Attractive Piece of Cat Furniture

This Unu “cat tree system” is by industrial designers and ArtCenter grads George Weng, Quanyi Wang and Yanhui Ban.

It’s made from a number of modular components, meant to be easy for the owner to configure and swap parts out of. (“Adaptive to the ever-changing needs of our cats,” the description reads.) It’s got scratch pads, platforms, hanging spheres and what look to be cork ribbons.

I think it looks pretty darn good in the renderings…

…and in the mockups…

…but boy does the prototype bring it back down to earth:

The difference between the aesthetics of the wonderfully gestural cork ribbons in the rendering, and the poorly-draped felt in the prototype, should be a lesson to all ID students. And hopefully they’ll get the proportions of the dowels worked out.

A Challenge to Create Work With an Unignorable Edge

The Core77 Design Awards Visual Communications category includes all visual and graphic design, branding and identity projects for print, digital or physical environments. Examples include logos and identity systems, environmental graphics, signage, typefaces, infographics, motion graphics, print design, and advertising.

The Branding & Identity category considers a visual design system meant to reflect the overall values and convey a desired image of a product, company, organization, etc. Examples include logos, custom typefaces, company rebrands, and ad campaigns.

Taamrat Amaize appreciates a definitive point of view. As the Chief Strategy Officer at Collins (Ad Age’s 2023 Transformation Firm of the Year), Taamrat works with teams to ensure that their work is guided by a “clear, poignant idea that pierces complacency.” Does it stop someone, whether an expert or a layperson, in their tracks and make them think? How does it operate as a system on multiple levels? Those are the kinds of questions this self-described “strategist who doesn’t believe in confined thinking” wants to answer for every project.

Taamrat Amaize, Chief Strategy Officer for Collins

As a strategist who “lives for problem-solving,” Taamrat looks for new perspectives, favoring “provocative approaches and out-of-category parallels” to construct solutions. With Collins, she brings that lens to established and start-up clients across the technology, CPG, B2B, and B2C sectors.

When considering the current state of design, Taamrat would like to see designers pay more attention to distinguishing “what’s new from what’s now.” In her estimation, the design community is “hyperfocused on drawing from the same (digital) inspiration. If we’re all buried in our Instagram feeds, we all become prisoners to the same trends. They will take root and result in work that works because it’s familiar.”

What does that mean for Core77 Design Awards entrants? In these submissions, Taamrat seeks “craft with an unignorable edge.” She wants to understand what the work was meant to do and why and evaluate how effectively the craft helped achieve that objective. “What is the idea this work is meant to embody, represent or assert?” asked Taamrat. “Incredible craft that lacks meaning or depth is easy to ignore.”

Studio Matthews wins 2023 Visual Communications category for the Seattle Convention Center.

The 2023 Core77 Design Awards winner in the Visual Communications category was Studio Matthews for its work on the Seattle Convention Center Summit, featuring comprehensive wayfinding and storytelling.

Clinton Carlson Design and University of Notre Dame win the Branding category for client Foundry Field.

Last year’s winner in the Branding & Identity category was Clinton Carlson Design/University of Notre Dame for its Foundry Field brand identity project, honoring underrepresented histories and engaging the community on issues of race, representation, and access through the lens of baseball.

We know our jurors are looking for craft with an unignorable edge. So don’t let your work be ignored – submit your entry to the Core77 Design Awards.

Pelli Clarke & Partners completes Japan's tallest skyscraper in Tokyo

Mori JP Tower by Pelli Clarke & Partners

US studio Pelli Clarke & Partners has completed Japan’s tallest skyscraper, the Mori JP Tower, as part of the Azabudai Hills development in Tokyo.

At 330 metres high, the glass-clad Mori JP Tower is Tokyo’s first supertall skyscraper and the tallest building in Japan, exceeding the 300-metre-tall Abeno Harukas in Osaka, also designed by Pelli Clarke & Partners.

Mori JP Tower by Pelli Clarke & Partners
Mori JP Tower has a rounded silhouette

Located in Tokyo’s Minato ward, Mori JP Tower forms part of the Azabudai Hills development that Pelli Clarke & Partners masterplanned in collaboration with Japanese developer Mori Building.

Aiming to create a new centre in Tokyo with accessible green public space, the development contains two other skyscrapers by the studio and a series of buildings with undulating green roofs designed by Heatherwick Studio.

Azabudai Hills by Pelli Clarke & Partners
It forms part of the Azabudai Hills district

The skyscraper has a curved facade that tapers at the ground and its peak. It is topped by a petal-like crown informed by lotus flowers.

“Our buildings always do two important things: they reach the ground in a certain way and they reach the sky in a certain way,” Pelli Clarke & Partners cofounder Fred Clarke told Dezeen.

Japan's tallest skyscraper in Tokyo
The 330-metre-tall skyscraper is the tallest building in Japan

According to studio partner Mitch Hirsch, the Mori JP Tower has a large structural core and floor plate typical to skyscrapers in Japan, which makes it wider than the slim skyscrapers often seen in London and New York.

Pelli Clarke & Partners designed the building’s curved silhouette to counter its wide appearance and added vertical bands of ventilation louvres to the centre of each facade, visually dividing it into four thinner sections.

Mori JP Tower by Pelli Clarke & Partners
Vertical bands visually divide the building into four parts

“We shaped the building so it begins to taper to meet the sky and create a crown as a silhouette, which becomes a character recognisable to the city,” said Hirsch.

“We also shaped it to taper coming down so when it finally reaches the ground, it becomes something that’s manageable in terms of proportion,” he continued.

“The second thing we did was to take this building and to crenellate it in the centre of each facade, creating four bundles,” Hirsch added. “It makes the building more slender and graceful.”

The north-facing side of the Mori JP Tower is entered through a green plaza decorated with water features and outdoor seating. An open corner on the south side has an escalator connecting the street to commercial space on the upper floors.

“As it reaches the ground, it becomes very transparent, welcoming and accessible,” said Hirsch.

“The building needs to be welcoming to the community, both from the street side and also from the public green space and gathering space.”

Japan's tallest building in Tokyo by Pelli Clarke & Partners
It is Tokyo’s first supertall skyscraper

The top 11 storeys contain apartments, and elsewhere in the skyscraper, there are offices and restaurant facilities for employees with views across Tokyo’s skyline.

The adjacent skyscrapers in the development contain additional accommodation. The 53-storey Residence A includes 320 apartments and a luxury hotel, and Residence B will have 970 apartments upon its completion.

Mori JP Tower in Tokyo by Pelli Clarke & Partners
Mori JP Tower is topped with a petal-like crown

Pelli Clarke & Partners designed the Azabudai Hills masterplan to bring movement and activity to the site.

It replaced existing housing units with residential skyscrapers, as well as green public space, retail, a food market, art galleries and The British School in Tokyo.

A skyscraper in Azabudai Hills, Tokyo
The building tapers towards the ground and the top

“We didn’t really rebuild the centre, we actually created a centre,” said Clarke.

“There wasn’t a centre here, there was an old neighbourhood with a really beautiful set of topographical features that no one had seen or felt or understood for centuries, mostly due to the fact that it was covered with this carpet of very small, low houses.”

“It was scenic and beautiful in its own way, but clearly not destined to last.”

Azabudai Hills skyscraper in Tokyo
A glazed corner leads from the street to commercial space in the skyscraper

Pelli Clarke & Partners has completed a number of other skyscrapers for Mori Building in Tokyo. The studio aimed to create a “branded skyline” with the curved shape of the Mori JP Tower, similar to its other skyscrapers, making it distinctive from the rectangular skyscrapers seen elsewhere in Tokyo.

“If you look at the skyline of Tokyo it’s almost always very simple rectangular prisms, so our idea with Mori was to create a branded skyline where you can look across the skyline and tell that there has been a Mori objective,” said Clarke.

Other tall buildings by Pelli Clarke & Partners include the tallest skyscraper in Mexico City and the tallest skyscraper in San Francisco, which was named “best tall building” in 2019.

The photography is by Jason O’Rear.

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Pelli Clarke & Partners completes Japan's tallest skyscraper in Tokyo

Mori JP Tower by Pelli Clarke & Partners

US studio Pelli Clarke & Partners has completed Japan’s tallest skyscraper, the Mori JP Tower, as part of the Azabudai Hills development in Tokyo.

At 330 metres high, the glass-clad Mori JP Tower is Tokyo’s first supertall skyscraper and the tallest building in Japan, exceeding the 300-metre-tall Abeno Harukas in Osaka, also designed by Pelli Clarke & Partners.

Mori JP Tower by Pelli Clarke & Partners
Mori JP Tower has a rounded silhouette

Located in Tokyo’s Minato ward, Mori JP Tower forms part of the Azabudai Hills development that Pelli Clarke & Partners masterplanned in collaboration with Japanese developer Mori Building.

Aiming to create a new centre in Tokyo with accessible green public space, the development contains two other skyscrapers by the studio and a series of buildings with undulating green roofs designed by Heatherwick Studio.

Azabudai Hills by Pelli Clarke & Partners
It forms part of the Azabudai Hills district

The skyscraper has a curved facade that tapers at the ground and its peak. It is topped by a petal-like crown informed by lotus flowers.

“Our buildings always do two important things: they reach the ground in a certain way and they reach the sky in a certain way,” Pelli Clarke & Partners cofounder Fred Clarke told Dezeen.

Japan's tallest skyscraper in Tokyo
The 330-metre-tall skyscraper is the tallest building in Japan

According to studio partner Mitch Hirsch, the Mori JP Tower has a large structural core and floor plate typical to skyscrapers in Japan, which makes it wider than the slim skyscrapers often seen in London and New York.

Pelli Clarke & Partners designed the building’s curved silhouette to counter its wide appearance and added vertical bands of ventilation louvres to the centre of each facade, visually dividing it into four thinner sections.

Mori JP Tower by Pelli Clarke & Partners
Vertical bands visually divide the building into four parts

“We shaped the building so it begins to taper to meet the sky and create a crown as a silhouette, which becomes a character recognisable to the city,” said Hirsch.

“We also shaped it to taper coming down so when it finally reaches the ground, it becomes something that’s manageable in terms of proportion,” he continued.

“The second thing we did was to take this building and to crenellate it in the centre of each facade, creating four bundles,” Hirsch added. “It makes the building more slender and graceful.”

The north-facing side of the Mori JP Tower is entered through a green plaza decorated with water features and outdoor seating. An open corner on the south side has an escalator connecting the street to commercial space on the upper floors.

“As it reaches the ground, it becomes very transparent, welcoming and accessible,” said Hirsch.

“The building needs to be welcoming to the community, both from the street side and also from the public green space and gathering space.”

Japan's tallest building in Tokyo by Pelli Clarke & Partners
It is Tokyo’s first supertall skyscraper

The top 11 storeys contain apartments, and elsewhere in the skyscraper, there are offices and restaurant facilities for employees with views across Tokyo’s skyline.

The adjacent skyscrapers in the development contain additional accommodation. The 53-storey Residence A includes 320 apartments and a luxury hotel, and Residence B will have 970 apartments upon its completion.

Mori JP Tower in Tokyo by Pelli Clarke & Partners
Mori JP Tower is topped with a petal-like crown

Pelli Clarke & Partners designed the Azabudai Hills masterplan to bring movement and activity to the site.

It replaced existing housing units with residential skyscrapers, as well as green public space, retail, a food market, art galleries and The British School in Tokyo.

A skyscraper in Azabudai Hills, Tokyo
The building tapers towards the ground and the top

“We didn’t really rebuild the centre, we actually created a centre,” said Clarke.

“There wasn’t a centre here, there was an old neighbourhood with a really beautiful set of topographical features that no one had seen or felt or understood for centuries, mostly due to the fact that it was covered with this carpet of very small, low houses.”

“It was scenic and beautiful in its own way, but clearly not destined to last.”

Azabudai Hills skyscraper in Tokyo
A glazed corner leads from the street to commercial space in the skyscraper

Pelli Clarke & Partners has completed a number of other skyscrapers for Mori Building in Tokyo. The studio aimed to create a “branded skyline” with the curved shape of the Mori JP Tower, similar to its other skyscrapers, making it distinctive from the rectangular skyscrapers seen elsewhere in Tokyo.

“If you look at the skyline of Tokyo it’s almost always very simple rectangular prisms, so our idea with Mori was to create a branded skyline where you can look across the skyline and tell that there has been a Mori objective,” said Clarke.

Other tall buildings by Pelli Clarke & Partners include the tallest skyscraper in Mexico City and the tallest skyscraper in San Francisco, which was named “best tall building” in 2019.

The photography is by Jason O’Rear.

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Top 10 Pet Products To Pamper Your Doggos & Feline Friends With

As much as I love spending time with my own cats, I’m honestly running out of ways to keep them entertained and prevent them from knocking down an item or two in my home, out of sheer boredom. If you’re pretty much in the same precarious situation as me and are always looking for new ways to keep your pet entertained, productive, and happy, then this collection of pet products promises to come to your rescue! From a modular pet-friendly sofa to a pet-friendly console – these product designs will take good care of your pet, and keep them active and content. You can take a little breather, while they wrestle around with these newfound fun products! These are the pet products you need in your home.

1. Quarter Sofa

Named the Quarter Sofa, this pet-friendly and modular sofa is made using wood and fabrics. It contains various modules in square and circular shapes. The multiple modules can be conveniently assembled and disassembled and shuffled around to create various fun configurations.

Why is it noteworthy?

The unique configurations that you can make using the modules serve as a playground for cats! They can move and jump around them, even allowing them to play together, if you have multiple cats.

What we like

  • The various modules can be arranged to accommodate different numbers of people
  • The little hollow spaces can be used to store and display items

What we dislike

  • The hollow spaces are difficult to access and clean, especially if your cat peeps or poops in them

2. PAWaii Wireless Pet Water Fountain

Called the PAWaii Wireless Pet Water Fountain, this device ensures that your pet is always properly hydrated, whether you’re at home to take care of them or not. This ensures that they have access to clean and filtered water, as it features an NSF-certified filter that reduces magnesium and calcium ions.

Why is it noteworthy?

The fountain features UV sterilization that kills the microorganisms and bacteria in the water. It features three modes for you to use, and you can even use them simultaneously. It has an inductive mode, a regular mode, and a manual mode.

What we like

  • Features a water-electricity separation design and an anti-slip silicone pad

What we dislike

  • It is a conceptual design, so we don’t know how well it will translate into a tangible product

3. Steady Walking Aid

Called the Steady Walking Aid, this seatbelt-inspired device not only offers vertical support to assist elderly dogs in their walks but also integrates cutting-edge technology for data analysis while also providing a holistic approach to the health and well-being of our canine friends.

Why is it noteworthy?

Steady has an innovative design inspired by the structure of a seatbelt. It is unlike traditional walking aids, and it provides a flexible range of motions that prioritize comfort, freedom of movement, and adaptability to different terrains for senior dogs.

What we like

  • Mimics the safety mechanisms of a seatbelt

What we dislike

4. Tesla Cybertruck Corrugated Cat House

The $13 Tesla Cybertruck Corrugated Cat House is up for grabs on the Chinese version of the Tesla website. It took the internet by storm and got everyone wondering when and if Tesla is gonna step into the pet product industry.

Why is it noteworthy?

The cat tray is inspired by the angular shape of Tesla’s electric pickup truck. It has a unique futuristic shape and is embedded with thick corrugated paper.

What we like

  • Functions as a multifunctional space for your cat
  • The house can accommodate up to 15 kg, allowing it to house cats of various breeds and sizes

What we dislike

  • A simple cardboard box with nothing cyber-ish about it
  • The real functionality of the tray is still unknown

5. Choo Choo

Called the “Choo Choo” console, this pet-friendly furniture design is not just a piece of décor, it functions as a dedicated space for your pets. It has been precisely and meticulously crafted from natural materials like wood and cane wedding. It is designed to enrich the connection between humans and their cats.

Why is it noteworthy?

The Choo Choo console is a sleek and modern form of a bullet train. It exudes a sense of contemporary style, while also incorporating a sense of speed and efficiency. High-speed transportation has been successfully merged with the world of pet-friendly design.

What we like

  • Functions as a cozy and inviting space for cats to clean their paws, and nails comfortably

What we dislike

  • Bulky + space-consuming design

6. Mocats Multifunctional Cat Furniture

Called the Mocats Multifunctional Cat Furniture, this adorable furniture design allows indoor cats to have a taste of the outdoor world. It is shaped like a city skyline, and it allows cats to have their own apartments, buildings, and roofs to explore and conquer. It has a modular design that lets cat parents build out the perfect toy for their fur babies.

Why is it noteworthy?

The Mocats can be altered and expanded to keep furry friends engaged. The spaces are cat-scale, and they are built on the principles of growth and flexibility, allowing the pet’s furniture to evolve with them.

What we like

  • Takes the interaction between humans and cats to a whole new level

What we dislike

  • Scratching will quickly ruin the appearance

7. Maeve Pet Protection System

Dubbed the Maeve Pet Protection System, and designed by Tavo, this system allows you to harmoniously take your pet from your home to the car, and to the final location whether it is a dreaded vet appointment, or an adventure. The system includes a carrier and a vehicle base for the carrier.

Why is it noteworthy?

Tavo made use of the latest United Nations ECE child restraint standards to offer the highest degree of protection and safety. You can travel peacefully with your pet knowing they are safe and well-protected.

What we like

  • Offers your pet the ultimate safety and comfort while traveling

What we dislike

  • We’re not sure how easy to clean the system would be

8. ORo

Ogmen Robotics unveiled something super cool at CES 2024. It is an intelligent home robot that was designed from the ground up to be the “pawfect” guardian, playmate, and caretaker for your canine best friend. It looks like one of those robots on wheels that are intended for human use.

Why is it noteworthy?

ORo can provide physical, mental, and emotional stimulation through playful activities. It can help you keep track of the dog’s health, and even find out when they’re feeling anxious, and play some soothing music to help calm them down.

What we like

  • Help owners train their dogs through obedience games and virtual training services

What we dislike

  • Not sure how comfy dogs would feel with a robot, they could get aggressive or feel threatened

9. Wooffy Dog House

Named the Wooffy Dog House, this adorable and cozy dog house is designed to be a luxurious and comfortable haven for your pets, while also functioning as a well-designed piece of home decor for your home. It is the perfect little gift for your beloved doggos!

Why is it noteworthy?

The dog house is made from top-tier plywood, and it is equipped with transparent acrylic doors. It functions as a resting place for your doggo, and is the kind of furniture piece that perfectly merges with the rest of your home and home decor.

What we like

  • Modern contemporary design that makes a lovely statement without being too loud
  • Can be used for a wide range of breeds

What we dislike

  • Space-consuming design that looks difficult to move or shuffle around

10. Triangle Toy

Named the Triangle Toy, this unique and innovative pet toy keeps your furry friends entertained, while also functioning as a work of art. It is a one-of-a-kind pet toy, that provides a visual experience inspired by the beauty of nature.

Why is it noteworthy?

The Triangle Toy is a prime specimen of how pet products can actually be super creative! It serves as a canvas for the motifs of clouds, the sun, and the mountain. The triangular structure serves as the huge mountains, while the gentle flow of the clouds is signified as a rolling ball.

What we like

  • Provides a unique and creative twist to pet toys

What we dislike

  • Seems more like a decorative object than a pet toy

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Test Drives: McLaren 750S and Leica SL3

We took Wetzlar’s latest camera and Surrey’s newest supercar on a drive through the Nevada desert

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Test Drives: McLaren 750S and Leica SL3

We took Wetzlar’s latest camera and Surrey’s newest supercar on a drive through the Nevada desert

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By Josh Rubin

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During a recent trip to Las Vegas, we had the chance to experience firsthand two big updates in the sometimes overlapping worlds of cars and cameras. As guests of McLaren, testing their new 750S, a major evolution from the 720S, we brought along Leica‘s recently announced SL3 camera—a significant leap forward from the previous generation SL. Our adventure through the Nevada desert and the Valley of Fire—despite being met with an unusually rainy day—was thrilling and productive given both the hardware and scenery. The inclement weather did not dampen our spirits; instead, it added a layer of excitement and challenge to our test drive and photo shoot.

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By Josh Rubin

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By Josh Rubin

The McLaren 750S, at first glance, maintains a visual continuity with its predecessor, the 720S, yet upon closer inspection, the evolution in design becomes apparent. Most noticeable is that the rear wing is 20% larger and sits over a central exhaust that’s framed in an organically undulating hexagon mesh that spans the width of the tail and extends onto the deck beneath the wing. The 750S also has a nose that’s a bit lower and smoother, narrower air intakes around the headlights and added venting behind the rear wheel arches. These updated vehicle aesthetics are meant to improve performance and reducing overall weight. Clearly recognizable as a McLaren, the car’s body is sculpted with precision, blending aerodynamic efficiency with a muscular stance that screams its powerful capabilities—the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine creates 740 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. It can jump from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds and tops out at 206 mph.

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Whereas the exterior maintains a familiar spaceship vibe, the interior of the 750S has seen a thoughtful redesign, with controls and interfaces that are more refined and intuitive. Like the Artura, physical buttons to control driving dynamics surround the instrument cluster and are reachable without removing your hands from the wheel. The additional new “Speedy Kiwi” button is configurable for one touch access to preferred drive settings. And though the infotainment screen is small, it’s much more usable than the system in the previous generation and fortunately now supports Apple CarPlay. Moving through the interface was quick and easy and bug free—a welcomed improvement over past models.

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The Leica SL3 camera, on the other hand, represents a more significant overhaul. Immediately obvious are the addition of a third control dial and a slimmer overall form factor that’s still in line with the SL series design philosophy that emphasizes a balance of minimalism and customization. The absence of visible labels on its control dials and buttons gives it a stealthy, understated look, allowing photographers to personalize their interaction with the device. This design choice not only makes the SL3 visually appealing but also enhances its usability, allowing for a more intuitive photography experience. And at the same time, the camera is now 76 grams lighter than its predecessor.

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By Josh Rubin

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By Josh Rubin

Capturing the McLaren 750S in the rain with the Leica SL3 was a treat. The camera’s IP 54 rated water resistance and significant improvements in its autofocus system facilitated the capture of dynamic shots, even in challenging weather. The SL3’s autofocus is faster and more accurate—now on par with competitors—and allowed us to capture the essence of the McLaren’s speed and elegance effortlessly.

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By Josh Rubin

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By Josh Rubin

Driving the McLaren 750S was a delight in all conditions. McLaren’s philosophy shines through in this model, balancing race-track readiness with everyday drivability. Like an animal in the wild, it’s chill until it needs to pounce. In traffic moving slowly, stopping and starting for red lights and simply following low speed limits navigating the desert towns we passed through the 750S behaved with a calm zen opposite to many other edgy supercars that just feel like they’re itching to race. Out on the open road, however, the transition to thrilling speeds and aggressive cornering was seamless. The 750S truly came to life on the track, which makes sense as a street car born from a racing brand. Given the rain we didn’t push the car to its limits, though still pushed it hard; its aggressive acceleration, rail-like cornering and balanced braking set a new standard for the brand’s consumer products.

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The Leica SL3’s evolution extends beyond its exterior. A redesigned user interface and the enhanced focus capabilities make it highly efficient in various shooting conditions. The additional tilt screen is a useful addition catering to the needs of photographers in different shooting angles and scenarios. Even as the day turned to night, the SL3’s performance, particularly in low-light conditions, highlighted its efficiency. Without using the optional autofocus assist lamp (which we turn off on every camera as it compromises true reportage shooting) we found the camera to struggle a bit in darker scenarios but that compromise is mitigated by the camera’s high ISO capabilities, ensuring that the quality of the images remained uncompromised.

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The Leica SL3 has a 60 megapixel sensor with triple resolution technology that enables unmanipulated image capture at 18, 36 or 60 megapixels. And the new Maestro IV processor handles this higher data throughput flawlessly. The upgraded processor also enables new options for auto-focus including phase detection and object detection. Also noteworthy is that the USB-C interface can be used for charging, file transfer and tethered shooting; it’s also now Apple MFI certified.

Both the McLaren 750S (along with its convertible variant, the 750S Spider) and the Leica SL3 camera are now available for purchase. Each a premium option in its category, the 750S starts at $305,000, while the SL3 is priced at $6995.

Bottega Veneta creative director Matthieu Blazy combines glass bricks and walnut for first store

Walnut table and spiral staircase at Bottega Veneta store

Bottega Veneta‘s creative director Matthieu Blazy has designed the brand’s Avenue Montaigne flagship store in Paris, which is dominated by walnut wood fittings and glass bricks,

The 800-metre-square shop features industrial, square glass blocks integrated into the floors, ceilings and walls, creating a geometric grid which diffuses light throughout the store.

Glass blocks on floors and ceilings
Glass bricks feature on the walls, floors and ceilings of the store

Walnut wood panels frame the textured glass blocks. The same wood was used in transitional spaces for a spiral staircase, curved corridor and for statement details like a display table and wooden columns.

The interior design aims to balance volume and scale throughout the space – from blown-up elements, like the wooden details echoing the woven leather “intrecciato” reminiscent of Bottega Veneta’s handbags, to the thousands of glass bricks.

Walnut has been carved to look like Bottega's famous intrecciato woven leather technique
Walnut panelling echoes the brand’s famous intrecciato woven leather technique

The store in central Paris is the first designed by Blazy, who has led Italian luxury fashion house Bottega Veneta since 2020.

According to the brand the store’s design aims to “celebrate Italian craftsmanship with a modernist sensibility”.

Chairs and sofas in the glass brick space
“Woven” leather sofas and chairs are positioned in the space

Within the space, enclaves of soft seating and carpeted dressing rooms create smaller areas, contrasting the wide open stretches of glass brick in the main store.

Sofas and chairs were styled in giant woven leather panels, also echoing the “intrecciato” technique Bottega Veneta is famous for in their handbag design.

Wooden spiral staircase
A spiral staircase leads to a second floor

The woven pattern is echoed in the carving of walnut tables and columns. Wool carpets and mirrored clothes rails complete the interior scheme for the open-plan space.

The front door of the shop features a unique glass handle by the Venice-based Japanese glass artist, Ritsue Mishima.

Exterior of the Bottega flagship store in Paris
The store’s entry door features a bespoke glass handle by Ritsue Mishima

Other retail design recently featured on Dezeen includes James Shaw’s installation of a jumbo foot in London Camper store and a “sensual” Ferragamo store by Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen.

The photography is by François Halard.

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LLLL.08 lamp by Sarah Dehandschutter for LLLL

LLLL.08 lamp by Sarah Dehandschutter for LLLL

Dezeen Showroom: designer Sarah Dehandschutter has created a sculptural pendant lamp for her brand LLLL that acts as both a light source and a piece of “luminous artwork”.

The LLLL.08 lamp comprises an aluminium frame bent into shape by hand, with polyester fabric stretched across it to create a wave effect.

LLLL.08 lamp by Sarah Dehandschutter for LLLL
LLLL.08 comes in two colourways

LED light strips are concealed in the bends of the frame, creating a diffused glow across the translucent planes of material.

“[LLLL.08 lamps] seamlessly blend organic forms with modern technology,” said the brand. “These luminous artworks are not only functional but also serve as captivating pieces of art.”

LLLL.08 lamp by Sarah Dehandschutter for LLLL
LLLL.08 represents the brand’s signature design style

The lamps are made to order with either gold or silver frame finishes and can be made to bespoke dimensions upon request.

Their size and scale make them suitable for use above dining tables and in other areas that require a long, narrow statement light fixture.


Product details:

Product: LLLL.08
Designer: Sarah Dehandschutter
Brand: LLLL
Contact: info@llll.be

Material: aluminium and polyester
Colours/finishes: white and silver, white and gold
Dimensions: 1800 millimetres x 300 millimetres x 300 millimetres

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