Canada-based Rover Tiny Homes’ latest Cypress model was downsized quite interestingly. It isn’t mounted on a trailer, which makes it not very portable, but quite spacious with a roomy interior that is apt for a family. The Cypress is intended to be installed on permanent foundations, so it isn’t a towable option if you’re seeking one. It features a length of 44 feet, making it one of the bigger models on the market, and a width of 12 feet.
The home features a finishing in metal siding paired with cedar trim and generous glazing, which allows the interior to fill with natural light. You can enter the living room through double glass doors. The living room is spacious and open and features a tongue-and-groove pine ceiling. It also includes some trim made from 100-year-old reclaimed barn wood, a sofa, chairs, and small tables. The kitchen is closely located, including a breakfast bar for three people, an oven with a four-burner stove, a microwave, a dishwasher, cabinetry, and a sink. A second entrance is included in the kitchen as well.
The bathroom is located near the kitchen, and it includes a bathtub/shower, which isn’t usually seen in most tiny homes. It also hosts a vanity sink, a flushing toilet, a stacked washing machine, and a dryer as well. The tiny home is equipped with one downstairs bedroom, which has plenty of headroom to stand upright.
There are stairs located next to the bathroom which offer access to another bedroom. Even though the bedroom is upstairs, it has ample amount of headroom to stand straight. There is another bedroom on the upper story, but like most tiny home bedrooms, this one has a low ceiling. This tiny home is relatively spacious, truly testing the boundaries of what a micro-home is. It is larger than most tiny homes on the market, but it serves as a comfortable and excellent option for larger families who may not be able to fit in the truly tiny houses. The Cypress is priced at US$143,000.
Our Designers of the Year awards, launched last year, recognise the best emerging and established talent whose innovative work has made a notable impact on the industry across architecture, interiors and design.
Sabine Marcelis and Marina Tabassum Architects are among winners
Bangladeshi practice Marina Tabassum Architects took home the architect of the year award with Studio Saar named emerging architect of the year.
Interior designer of the year was awarded to Paris-based studio Chzon run by Dorothée Meilichzon, and Polish studio Mistovia was crowned emerging interior designer of the year.
Sabine Marcelis Dutch studio won Designer of the year with Hong Kong designer Didi Ng Wing Yin was named emerging designer of the year.
Bangladeshi practice Marina Tabassum Architects aims to root architecture to place, collaborating with geographers, landscape architects and planners, among other allied professionals.
Informed by people, climate and geography, the studio focuses on raising the standard of living conditions for low-income populations.
The studio recently developed a bamboo demountable house at the Vitra Campus in Germany, in response to the mass displacement caused by flooding in Bangladesh.
“One of global architecture’s undoubted heavyweights, Marina Tabassum aims to create buildings that are aligned with their environments. Her locally focused work is gaining increasing attention and admiration since winning the Aga Khan Award for Bait Ur Rouf Mosque in Dhaka,” said the judges.
“She recently won the Soane Medal and was named on Time magazine’s 100 most influential people of 2024 list. It would be no surprise to see her win the Pritzker Architecture Prize in the next couple of years.”
Led by Jonny Buckland and Ananya Singhal architecture and research practice Studio Sarr has offices in India and the UK.
The practice won this year’s Davidson Prize for their concept Apartment Store which explores how the UK’s vacant retail spaces can be repurposed as community-owned housing.
“Founded in 2019, this ambitious young practice puts social and environmental sustainability at its core,” said the judges.
“Led by Jonny Buckland and Ananya Singhal between Frome and Udaipur, the studio has delivered an impressive and diverse array of projects in the UK and India that belies its age.”
French interior designer Dorothée Meilichzon founded her Paris-based studio CHZON in 2009, which specialises in hospitality projects including restaurants, retail and hotels.
Projects by Chzon include a boutique hotel featuring chequerboard details inspired by Alice in Wonderland in the Cotswolds, and a London restaurant with oakwood panelling, duck-egg leather stools and custom marble-topped tables in homage to Parisian bistros.
“Meilichzon has worked on over 100 hospitality design projects around the world. She is known for colourful, graphic designs, where a holistic approach sees her signature brand of joy permeate the entirety of a project,” said the judges.
“Her work across a slew of Experimental Group hotels has crafted local narratives while building a recognisable brand DNA,” they continued.
“Having partnered with perfumier Acqua di Parma, design brand Vitra and completed a departure lounge at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, 15 years in and everything Meilichzon touches continues to take off.”
Mistovia is a Polish multidisciplinary founded by architect Marcin Czopek, whose practice fuses eclectic and traditional tastes through private interiors.
The studio recently completed an eclectic apartment in Warsaw, which Mistovia described as an “elaborate puzzle” of contrasting patterns with terrazzo tiles, swirly grey wood panels and a burnt-orange table.
“Using “space” as its main material, the studio creates eclectic home interiors that balance myriad patterns, textures and colours with fundamental usability,” said the jury.
“Having previously paired terrazzo and concrete or swirly wood veneer and glass bricks, the studio is rapidly establishing itself as a residential specialist with an eye for unusual combinations that never compromise on practicality.”
Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis is an artist and designer who runs her eponymous practice in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Marcelis works in the fields of product, installation and spatial design, using material research and experimentation to develop new and surprising visual effects that have a strong focus on materiality.
“From a new chair and barstool for the Stedelijk Museum and Euro 2024 matchball plinths to a monolithic fountain in Amsterdam and solar sundials in the Egyptian desert, prolific designer Sabine Marcelis has enjoyed an active year in the ongoing development of her Rotterdam-based studio,” said the master jury.
“Creating an evolving and distinct portfolio of self-initiated designs as well as growing her roster of international clients, Marcelis continues to strengthen her place as a leading designer in her field.”
Helsinki-based artist and designer Didi Ng Wing Yin, who specialises in sculptural furniture and functional objects, pushes the boundaries of woodworking.
The Hong Kong-born designer and maker focuses on craftsmanship which emphasises wood and natural materiality using a variety of surface treatments and carving techniques.
During a recent exhibition for Habitare at Helsinki Design Week, Ng presented a series of hand-carved timber furniture named “down to earth” which included a hot pink bench with steel legs, a chunky black stool stained with green ink and a lampshade made of delicate wood shavings.
“The designer made a splash at Finland’s annual Habitare furniture fair with his experimental timber furniture and homeware, ranging from intricately pleated vases to a chunky hot pink bench and a lampshade made of delicate wood shavings,” said the judges.
“Ng has co-founded Minestrone Workshop, a collective of creatives based in Helsinki’s Vallila neighbourhood who are testing the limits of timber,” they continued.
“Whether attempting to carve a delicate wooden “feather” or giving leftover spruce bark a new life as a lumpy chair, Ng is a rising talent committed to exploring the natural material’s endless possibilities.”
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.
Mexican designer Fernando Laposse has been named the winner of the distinguished Bentley Lighthouse Award at this evening’s Dezeen Awards 2024 ceremony.
In this exclusive video produced by Dezeen in collaboration with Bentley, Laposse reflects on how his work in regenerating agriculture in Mexico is an integral part of his design process.
The Bentley Lighthouse Award recognises designers who are curious and courageous in their approach, creating work that positively impacts social and environmental sustainability, inclusivity or community empowerment.
Fernando Laposse has won the Bentley Lighthouse Award
Laposse collaborates with an Indigenous farming community in Tonaquixla, Mexico, to restore its farmland and create new job opportunities for the community through his designs.
“What we’ve been trying to do for the past decade is to regenerate the farmland around this village that was very heavily eroded during the 1990s,” Laposse said in the video.
The designer also works with the world’s largest seed bank to reintroduce heirloom corn varieties lost in the 1990s.
Laposse uses heirloom corn husks to create a new veneering material
He repurposes the husks of the corn to create a new veneering material called Totomoxtle, which he then applies to his furniture surfaces.
“It’s a project about restoring biodiversity,” Laposse explained.
Laposse has also worked with the Tonaquixla community to address the issue of erosion by planting agave plants, a process he describes as “reforestation.”
Fernando Laposse uses the natural fibres of agave leaves to create furry ‘pup’ benches
During the pruning process, Laposse uses the natural agave fibres, known as Sisal, to create a range of furniture, including his signature Pup Bench.
“I like to not lose the soul of the material,” Laposse said. “It’s about minimal intervention.”
The 2024 jury praised Laposse for his studio’s dedication to using “traditional, almost primitive making techniques” to create powerful contemporary designs that are “reinvigorating waning craft skills and materials, in turn boosting local ecosystems and supporting his local communities.”
His studio harnesses avocado skins to create brown marquetry that resembles leather
“I think a lot of the problems that we are facing with the climate crisis are actually human problems,” Laposse explained.
“By rebalancing the system, by narrowing the inequality gap that we have, you can empower these communities to thrive, which has a domino effect in the wellbeing of the environments that they’re living in.”
Laposse creates furry sculptures using a natural fibre derived from agave leaves
The nominees competing with Laposse for the Bentley Lighthouse Award included Amsterdam-based design and material development firm Studio ThusThat, Dutch designer Christien Meindertsma, multidisciplinary design agency Faber Futures and US material innovation company Natural Fiber Welding.
Dezeen Awards 2024
Dezeen Awards celebrates the world’s best architecture, interiors and design. Now in its seventh year, it has become the ultimate accolade for architects and designers across the globe. The annual awards are in partnership with Bentley Motors, as part of a wider collaboration that will see the brand work with Dezeen to support and inspire the next generation of design talent.
Haute horologists have been targeting sleek and futuristic watches that innovate mechanics and complications without adding bulk. Belgium-based watchmaker Ressence watches is building on this image with added emphasis on minimalism – replacing conventional hands with series of smaller disks for an inventive take on the method of time-telling.
The company started in 2010 but is already making watches, unlike any other brand on the market. Case in point is the new limited-edition watch with a dial threaded using indigo-dyed silk fabric. It is made in collaboration with Swiss Art & Métiers artisans, who have weaved a spectrum of colors that like the rings of a tree depict the passing of time created through shades of electric blue to almost black tones at places.
Ressence has selected its Type 8 model – the newest in its repertoire – for the indigo treatment. This 42.9mm grade 5 titanium case watch, launched in 2022, is the brand’s lightest model and measures only 11mm thick. The crownless timepiece is wound and set by turning the caseback that powers the solitary rotating minute hand while the smaller subdial reads the hours. Both orbit on the same plate while blue-glowing Super-LumiNova fills the engraved indications for legibility in all light conditions.
The Ressence Type 8 Indigo carries the same look, feel, and ethos of its worked-upon compatriot but distinguishes itself with the handmade métiers d’art dial woven with indigo-dyed silk thread measuring 2.5 meters in length and only 0.20 mm in diameter and the cutouts around the edges to lock in the thread. This is a strictly limited-edition watch, made in only eight examples, wherein the hypnotizing weaving has been carried out through precision handcrafting over two days on each timepiece.
Featuring a polished grade 5 titanium case and a domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inside along the silk threaded dial, Ressence Type 8 Indigo is powered by Ressence ROCS 8 automatic ETA 2892/2 base calibre offering 36-hour power reserve. The watch comes paired to a Saffiano calfskin strap and is now available starting November 25 for CHF 25,000 (approximately $28,000).
The project – which SHED did on a pro-bono basis – was created for the Pike Market Child Care and Preschool, which was established in the 1980s to provide accessible care and education to families regardless of income.
SHED Architecture and Design created the indoor-outdoor play space in downtown Seattle
The school is primarily located in the Down Under section of the Fairley Building, one of many structures that make up the historic public market, which first opened in 1907.
In 2012, the school expanded into another building called the Market Heritage Center, which previously served as an information centre. It consists of a simple, metal-framed building and an outdoor courtyard.
The project demanded many years of fundraising
After many years of fundraising, the school enlisted SHED to design a renovation for the Center.
“The goal of the renovation was to create a dynamic and versatile space that would encourage infants and preschoolers to invent, discover and build social, cognitive and physical skills in a more open and spacious setting,” the studio said.
Among the requirements were that the facility be safe and accessible
Among the requirements were that the 1,613-square-foot (150-square-metre) facility be safe, accessible and able to withstand constant use.
The studio set out to create a light-filled space with pops of colour that mimic the hues of Pike Place Market, especially its iconic red sign.
SHED Architecture and Design set out to create a light-filled space
One of SHED’s main moves was to remove a portion of a heavy steel-coiling door and replace it with glazing. This enabled natural light to flow into the small building.
The studio also added window boxes, which bring in more daylight while serving as fun nooks for kids.
The colour scheme was designed to mimic the hues of Pike Place Market
In the courtyard, the team removed steps, a deck and a planter. Outdoor turf was laid down, and a small climbing wall was installed.
Alongside the courtyard, the team replaced a steel fence with a living wall, which separates the open-air play space from a new concrete planter and, beyond it, a sidewalk.
The project also entailed updating a bathroom and creating a “wet zone” for arts, crafts and cleaning up. A new storage area and drinking fountain were also among the additions, as was new LED lighting.
The project was particularly meaningful for SHED, as two of its founders, Thomas Schaer and Scot Carr, designed the original Market Heritage Center in 1998, as part of their joint master’s thesis project at university.
They then built the project alongside other SHED co-founders, Prentis Hale and Damon Smith.
The project also entailed updating a bathroom and creating a “wet zone” for arts
Carr now helps lead the Seattle firm Public 47 Architects.
The 15 winners awarded at the eighth annual Dezeen Awards ceremony are located in 14 different countries including Turkey, Rwanda, Morocco, Scotland, Canada and Finland.
The Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens crowned architecture project of the year
The Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens, which was designed by students from Bilkent University in collaboration with their professor Chen-Yu Chiu and his architecture firm Studio Cho, won the prestigious architecture project of the year award as well as being named civic project of the year.
The architecture master jury, which included architects Keiji Ashizawa and Francine Houben, hailed the centre for Syrian refugees in Hatay, in Turkey for fostering “unity while celebrating diversity”.
“Using simple, inexpensive materials, the project creates a monumental yet accessible design that has had a transformative effect on the city and the people who live there,” said the jury.
“Its bold, repetitive shape serves as a landmark and delivers a powerful architectural statement, seamlessly integrating with the city’s geometry making it an outstanding contribution to the community.”
Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens by Studio Cho. Photo by Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens
This community centre for refugees and residents affected by the 13-year Syrian civil war and 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquake was named architecture project of the year.
Completed by students from Bilkent University, Chiu and architecture firm Studio Cho, the project intends to encourage integration and alleviate tensions between these two communities.
The hub, which is both earthquake-proof and bomb-proof, was built from concrete walls crowned with a curved roof made of corrugated steel sheets.
According to the architecture master jury, “the Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens exemplifies the true role of architecture – to improve lives and uplift communities”.
“This project utilises minimal materials for maximum impact, embodying the essence of a community centre,” continued the judges.
“A masterful, creative solution that deserves to be celebrated, delivering maximum impact with minimal resources.”
A self-designed home with a curved plywood roof in Melbourne, Australia, by local practice LLDS Architects won urban house of the year.
Built on a former car park measuring 4.6 metres wide, the compact home was informed by the narrow urban plot on which it sits and features bespoke elements such as a sculptural plywood staircase, textured concrete surfaces and bent trellis facade.
“Northcote House reinvents the townhouse concept with innovative design and sustainability,” the master jury said.
“The project harmonises diverse materials, striking a balance between sculptural and functional elements,” they continued. “Its interior spaces are beautifully designed to enhance natural light and comfort.”
“It serves as a model for future developments, demonstrating that thoughtful design can create inviting, modern living spaces.”
Local practice Izat Arundell won rural house of the year for its remote house in the Outer Hebrides designed to “sit respectfully in the landscape” using local stone to clade the exterior.
The single-storey timber frame home in Scotland features an irregular, angled plan and minimalist materials to blend with the dramatic landscape.
“This project masterfully embodies the shapes of its landscape, with a design that thoughtfully responds to various views and integrates seamlessly with its surroundings,” said the jury.
“The combination of materials showcases a crafted home that exudes warmth and connection, reflecting a deep care in its construction,” they added.
“A compact yet spacious layout, Caochan na Creige exemplifies sustainable living, capturing the spirit of its creators and their appreciation for the landscape.”
A low-rise residential complex organised around a communal courtyard in Dublin won housing project of the year.
The development of low-rise apartments and duplexes designed by Shay Cleary Architects draws on its research into sustainable urban housing typologies.
“This development is elegantly designed, achieving high sustainability standards while fitting seamlessly into its context as a modern interpretation of traditional brick houses,” said the judges.
“The courtyard transforms the typical use of space by prioritising children’s play,” they continued. “Its thoughtful approach enhances both community interaction and safety, making it a commendable example of contemporary residential design.”
Australian practice Grotto Studio won house renovation of the year for its charred-timber extension in Perth.
Inspired by shadows, the sensitively restored cottage uses a blend of traditional and modern material to preserve the building’s original elements.
“This project beautifully contrasts the existing building with new elements, showcasing a rich character through warm, reclaimed materials such as burned wood,” said the master jury.
“The design respects the historic home while introducing contemporary features, creating a harmonious blend of past and present.”
A timber theatre extension for the National Swedish Museum of Technology by Elding Oscarson won cultural project of the year.
Located in Stockholm, the spherical dome uses 277 pieces of cross-laminated timber to encase a series of 3D screens and teared seating.
According to the judges, the building seamlessly integrated with its context and “beautifully balances boldness and subtlety, achieving a remarkably inviting atmosphere”.
“By redefining expectations for planetarium design, it creates a welcoming presence at street level while maintaining an impressive interior volume,” they added.
French studio Atelier du Pont was crowned workplace project of the year for Pavillon Jardins, a timber office building in Paris.
The 3,000-square-metre structure was encased in a timber frame centred around a large central atrium providing a core social space, whilst the workspaces organised around it look out towards the surrounding landscape.
“Pavillon Jardins exemplifies sophisticated design through its innovative use of modular elements, with the interplay between interior and exterior modules creating a vibrant atmosphere, enhanced by natural light and thoughtful acoustics,” said the judges.
“The project demonstrates a commitment to environmental responsibility, including the impressive reuse of tons of waste from demolition,” they continued.
“This refreshing approach to workplace design sets a new standard for functionality and sustainability in contemporary architecture.”
A sports and community centre in Mississauga, Canada, featuring timber columns and a mesh facade to emulate “a screen of trees” won health and wellbeing project of the year.
Designed by Toronto studio MJMA Architecture & Design, the 6,875-square metre sports centre houses an aquatic hall and sports courts that overlook outdoor playing fields, a skate park and walking trails.
“This project transforms a typically mundane building type by embracing light in a sophisticated and thoughtful way, creating spaces that elevate communal wellbeing,” said the master jury.
“Its integration with the surrounding park amplifies its connection to nature, while the use of mass timber construction highlights its sustainability,” they said.
“Overall, this project masterfully combines form, function and environment to create a healthier, more uplifting space.”
US architecture firm MASS Design Group won education project of the year for its climate-positive campus built with local materials.
Integrating seamlessly in the surrounding context of Gashora, Rwanda, the project aims to restore native biodiversity and train future generations of leaders in conservation agriculture.
“This project stands out as an ambitious and inspiring example of educational architecture using vernacular construction methods, the project not only preserves local heritage but also elevates it, instilling pride within the community,” said the jury.
“It is a thoughtful, gimmick-free approach that showcases the profound influence architecture can have on shaping young minds and their learning environments.”
Architecture firm Andblack Design Studio was highly commended for its preschool extension featuring an undulated roof topped with artificial grass in Andhra Pradesh, India.
The 4,000-square-foot structure challenges the traditional school model, utilising curved forms and non-linear spaces to foster creativity and play.
The judges said: “Andblack Design Studio has ditched conventional school design to create a series of generous and free-flowing spaces for learning, which are topped with a striking undulating roof.”
Turkish studio KOOP Architects won heritage project of the year for revitalising a 17th-century Ottoman fortress into an open air museum in the village of Sedd el Bahr, Turkey.
The Seddülbahir Fortress has been restored using timber to outline how the stone ruin would have previously looked.
“This project masterfully balances the memory of the past with contemporary design, creating a light yet impactful intervention that celebrates both the old and the new,” said the jury.
“The subtle, respectful integration of new elements enhances the existing structure without overpowering it, offering a beautiful, harmonious result,” they continued.
“Its ability to honour history while embracing the present makes it a clear winner in this category.”
New Zealand studio Bergendy Cooke was named hospitality project of the year for its sculptural earth-clad hotel in Marrakech.
Coated in a pink-toned mixture of earth and quicklime, the boutique hotel located next to Marrakech’s famous Majorelle Gardens features arched recesses and u-shaped balconies designed to reference local architecture.
“This project exemplifies how to create contemporary architecture that is deeply rooted in its place, utilising local materials, craftsmanship and building techniques in a modern and innovative way,” said the master jury.
“It masterfully reinterprets vernacular architecture, bringing it to a contemporary level while maintaining a focus on sustainability and simplicity, to create inviting spaces that people will love to stay in.”
A six-lane highway with a sprawling land bridge and park in Houston was awarded infrastructure and transport project of the year.
US studio Nelson Byrd Woltz built two tunnels covered with soil and native grasses to create a land bridge that links two sides of the 1,464-acre park offering new animal habitats and cleaner air for humans.
“This is exactly the kind of intervention we should be aiming for in efforts to heal our planet,” said the master jury.
“Using landscape architecture to restore ecological balance, the project demonstrates a thoughtful, impactful approach to environmental stewardship.”
Beijing-based architecture studio IARA was highly commenced in the infrastructure and transport project category for a sheltered timber bridge addition to an aqueduct in Huangshan, China.
Named FW JI-Covered Bridge on Aqueduct, the project in Fengwu Village is built from timber covered in a corrugated aluminium roof, which doubles as a sheltered community space for gathering.
“This elegant project demonstrates that you don’t need a huge budget to create something impactful,” said the judges.
“The beautifully designed and meticulously detailed timber structure has reinvigorated an abandoned aqueduct, transforming it into a functional and beautiful piece of infrastructure.”
Littow Architectes and Majamaja won small project of the year for a collection of micro-homes perched on a rocky landscape by the sea in Helsinki, Finland.
Named Majamaja Off-Grid Village, the spruce and birch plywood micro-homes operate off the main electricity grid, with solar panels on the roof to provide electricity.
“This off-grid project stands out for its innovative design, optimising space while maintaining a sense of openness and serenity,” said the jury.
“Thoughtfully designed with multifunctional spaces and flexible modules, it maximises efficiency without sacrificing comfort,” they added. “The project’s connection to the natural landscape further enhances its appeal, offering a sustainable, harmonious living environment.”
An adaptive reuse project showcasing a diverse palette of materials in Shenzhen, China by Urbanus won mixed-use project of the year.
The Nantou Hybrid Building combines five individual buildings removing partitions to create a central void whilst retaining the existing facade, and uses colourful paints to distinguish new exterior elements.
“This project exemplifies the power of thoughtful design to capture and enhance the spirit of a place, embracing the existing structure and respectfully adding to it, the project balances creativity, innovation and sustainability,” said the jury.
“Its bold yet humble approach preserves each building’s original character while making playful additions, resulting in a vibrant transformation that breathes new life into the surrounding neighbourhood.”
German studio Ingenhoven Associates was highly commended for redesigning a former shopping centre with a tree-planted roof terrace and trailing plant facade in Stuttgart.
The studio extended the 1970s shopping arcade with a mix of offices and apartments, whilst the lower portion of the structure contains shops, restaurants and subway station in its basement.
“This project is an innovative example of how an existing building can be adapted to create a healthier and more appealing environment for its occupants and those who pass by,” said the master jury.
A 21,500-square-metre landscaped island in Copenhagen’s inner harbour that features six gardens won landscape and urban design project of the year.
Designed by Danish studio Cobe, the island sits on a former industrial site adjacent to The Royal Danish Opera House and features a flower-shaped greenhouse with subtropical gardens and cafe.
“This project is an exceptionally well-designed public space that delivers both environmental and social benefits,” said the judges.
“The design offers a rich, diverse experience, from the varied plant life to the interplay of materials,” they continued.
“It is a high-quality, thoughtful contribution to urban space, becoming a highly popular public attraction.”
A concrete sea wall renovated into a public space in Haikou City by landscape architecture studio Turenscape has been highly commended.
Formerly a fish farm, the studio converted the sea wall into a terraced structure incorporating plants to help mitigate the local threat of rising sea levels while providing locals with an accessible public space with pedestrian pathways, bike lanes and boardwalks.
“Turenscape has transformed an ugly but essential sea wall into a fantastic new public space for people, animals and plants to enjoy,” said the jury.
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.
Aesop Diagonal has won Dezeen Awards 2024 interiors project of the year following the announcement of all nine interiors category winners at a party in London.
The nine winners awarded in Dezeen’s annual awards programme are located in nine different countries including Taiwan, Japan, Portugal, Germany and UK.
Aesop Diagonal crowned interiors project of the year
Aesop Diagonal by Spanish studio Mesura won the prestigious interiors project of the year award and was also named retail interior (small) project of the year.
The interiors master jury praised the retail space in Barcelona for its circular approach, repurposing discarded local stone and transforming it into functional objects.
“This project tackles issues that are incredibly relevant to our time,” said the master jury.
“An incredible amount of consideration has gone into turning these stone elements into a functional piece of furniture with almost no change to the aesthetic.”
Inspired by the historical public fountains of Barcelona, Mesura repurposed stone fragments of 19-century buildings from an abandoned quarry to inform the interior structure.
Using an arrangement of 78 stone pieces including ancient fountains, archways, and pedestals, the studio combined a mixture of stainless steel and natural finishes to emphasise the textures and perforations of the stone remnants.
“It was a brilliant idea to take something so raw and recycle it in this way,” said the judges.
“Taking something that already exists and transforming it in a way that uses minimal resources and giving it an entirely new function.”
A minimalist apartment that combines Japanese and Mediterranean elements in Barcelona by Miriam Barrio Studio won residential interior of the year.
Drawing inspiration from Japanese Kanso philosophy, the apartment features custom furniture to maximise space including a bookcase that doubles as a secret door.
“There is a real sense of harmony to the design, even though it combines two very different cultures,” said the interiors master jury.
“There is a beautiful simplicity to the lines, which feels very Japanese but offers a Mediterranean warmth,” they continued. “This cultural fusion feels highly innovative, functional and multi-layered.”
A tactile restaurant with carved stone bar and custom-made aluminium furniture in Almancil, Portugal won restaurant and bar interior of the year.
Studio Gameiro draws on Algarve’s craftsmanship for the interior with bespoke furniture including a four-metre-long sofa with plinths made from locally sourced rock salt.
“Compositionally, this interior is very well executed,” said the jury. “There’s a sophisticated balance of colour and material, and innovative storage solutions that fit well with the architecture.”
“The approach to sustainability is also admirable, with locally sourced materials that really elevate the space.”
New York-based architecture studio Grzywinski+Pons won hotel and short-stay interior of the year for its 176-room hotel with a cafe, bar, lounge and co-working space in Berlin, Germany.
The studio utilised calming colours and natural textures with pops of colour that are inspired by the waterside location of Locke at East Side Gallery hotel.
“The relationship between the existing building and the new interior is very interesting,” said the judges.
“There are tensions between the public and private spaces, and a palette that speaks to a younger audience,” they continued.
“The honesty of the exposed structure contrasts with the new colours, resulting in an expression that is peaceful but also appropriate for the culture in this part of Berlin.”
A renovated 675-square-metre flagship office in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, won workplace interior (small) of the year.
Netherlands studio Firm Architects used a palette of sustainable materials such as cork for furniture and wall coverings as well as recycled brut aluminium for glass partitions.
“The sustainability credentials are impressive, as is the link to materials in the Dutch landscape,” said the master jury.
“There is a consistency in the core foundation material, the use of clay, which has been executed in different ways,” they continued.
“The zoning concept is also very strong, which is important for a shared space like this.”
Danish studio Norm Architects won workplace interior (large) of the year for their playful restoration of The Office Group’s Chancery House workspace in London.
Pale wood, red-brick, sandstone and stainless steel detailing were used throughout the interiors which were inspired by the building’s existing design.
The master jury praised the project for its “simple and quirky” interior.
“It’s rich in layers, but very subtle, with a high level of craftsmanship that feels timeless,” they continued. “There is a real domestic charm to this space, which makes you feel like you want to spend a lot of time there.”
A flagship retail store featuring repurposed materials by Japanese practice Office Shogo Onodera for fashion brand IZA Tokyo won retail interior (large) of the year.
Onodera’s studio used their philosophy of “unmaking” for the interiors, which focuses on reducing waste through reuse; the project involved sensitively removing existing materials and repurposing them using a variety of techniques.
The master jury enjoyed the storytelling elements of the interior and said that the “project challenges the norms of what an interior retail space has to be.”
“The title, Unmaking, is fitting because it’s all about reverting the process of craft,” they continued.
“It gives value to the idea of removing materials, with a sensitivity and attention to detail that makes you think. It is a fantastic example of forward-focused innovation.”
Divooe Zein Architects won health and wellbeing interior of the year for converting an abandoned coal mine in Taiwan.
Transformed into a secluded retreat with tea room, small theatre, meditation and exhibition space, the studio retained the original concrete, steel and exposed brickwork detailing throughout each interior.
“This project is very unique – a real escape,” said the master jury. “It is a wellness space that feels at one with nature.”
“It offers you the opportunity to get as far away from everyday life and have a beautiful experience,” they continued.
“The use of materials is very considered; you’re in this dark space, just looking out at the green forest around you – the perfect place to calm the mind.”
A temporary pavilion using borrowed materials organised around a central garden won exhibition design (interior) of the year.
Designed by Semester Studio for Camerich at the 2023 China International Furniture Fair, the studio was able to monitor how the materials were returned and reused. Easy to dismantle, the studio reinstalled the exhibition for two other companies optimising the use of materials.
The interiors master jury praised the studio’s approach to circularity and said “it shows how the concept of reuse and recycling can be applied in an elevated and elegant way.”
“This is a beautifully crafted exhibition space that utilises lighting to maximum effect,” they continued.
“The strength is the concept of temporarily turning a pile of materials into something incredible, then sending them back to where they came from.”
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.
Faneeri folding chair won Dezeen Awards 2024 design project of the year following the announcement of all 11 design category winners at the Dezeen Awards 2024 party in London.
The winning design project of the year was a minimalist lacquered oak folding chair by Jonas Forsman for Finnish brand Nikari.
The ultra-slim veneer backrest and seat combines comfort with a lightweight design and can be used within small homes and large contract spaces.
“The timber construction achieves strength from its form but in the most delicate of ways,” said the master jury.
“We were drawn to the restraint of this chair yet impressed by the highly technical yet minimal use of materials that enables the folding chair’s backrest to morph from flat when stored to an elegant, curved and supportive design when opened.”
A collection of upcycled furniture made from spruce and oak by Swiss-based multidisciplinary design office Gini Moynier won furniture design of the year.
Formwork, which consists of a wall-mounted shelf, a chair, and side table, uses recovered wooden planks from the construction industry in an attempt to reduce consumption and waste of local wood.
“The Formwork collection uses scrap timber without looking inferior, resulting in a refined and visually-peaceful design,” said the master jury.
“Rather than being discarded or burned, the collection gives prolonged value to the material and questions the corrupted idea that scrap is somehow less worthy.”
Mongolian designer Sarina was highly commenced for her duo of stools clad in pale birch tree bark for Yihu.
Referencing Mongolian craft, the designer clad the seats with hand-stitched bark pieces resulting in a characterful scalloped, wavy detailing between the joints.
The design master jury commended the designer for her “conviction to keep the craft alive.”
“We were attracted to the intriguing and intricate surface patterning of this collection and the fact that waning local and indigenous crafts from a remote region of Northern China were applied to a contemporary design.”
Canadian designer Philippe Malouin won lighting design of the year for Bilboquet, an adjustable two-cylinder table lamp.
In collaboration with Flos, the lamp connects two cylinders by a magnetic sphere allowing the upper cylinder to rotate, directing the flow of light.
“There is something very pleasing about this design,” said the design master jury.
“Its versatility as a light is achieved with a minimal number of component parts. It’s at once familiar yet entirely contemporary and extremely satisfying to use.”
A speakeasy bar hidden in central Hong Kong won architectural lighting design of the year.
Combining architectural and immersive lighting inspired by “underground cisterns,” the bar offers a theatrical experience for guests.
“Otherworldly – the lighting scheme gives this bar interior a painterly quality yet was also born out of the physical restraints on the site,” said the jury.
“The light sources are hidden which gives the project a futuristic sense of escapism in the room.”
Ukrainian practice Makhno Studio won surface design of the year for its clay eco-panels made from natural ingredients.
Made primarily from clay, the Breathable Wall panels can be easily mounted onto walls for insulation or decoration. The panels also contain flax, barley, sesame, linden, nettle, lemon balm, musk, coffee cake and wood shavings.
The judges said, “this surface material brings a natural and breathable finish to a space, reviving old techniques in a contemporary and commercial way. This sustainable material brings warmth and tactility to a space.”
A sustainable sheer textile collection made from aloe vera by Nottinghamshire-based Kirkby Design won textile design of the year.
Using a combination of aloe vera and organic cotton, the fabric grows without the need for chemicals, fertilisers, or additional watering. The tactile fabric allows light to filter through, whilst providing a minimal block of colour.
“The inclusion of aloe fibres in this textile provides a less harmful alternative to existing cotton options on the market,” said the master jury.
“The fibres have potentially broad and scalable applications that could disrupt the established cotton market.”
A multi-functional desk lamp designed by furniture brand Humanscale won workplace design of the year.
Designed to eliminate glare using a multi-layer light guide, Nova combines advanced technology, modern design and thoughtful engineering to provide an even light source ideal for video calling.
“This lamp is a very technical product but with a quiet, pleasingly neutral appearance,” said the master jury.
“The lamp’s details are resolved and it contains an excellent mechanism to ensure the smooth movement of its position,” they continued. “It’s versatile to any space without being overdesigned.”
A flashlight assembly kit for refugee children by design studio Pentagram and social enterprise Ambessa Play won product design (consumer and wearables) of the year.
Operating on a battery-free wind-up mechanism, the colourful flashlight has been designed to make assembly easy for children whilst teaching them about science and electricity.
Described by the master jury as “an amazing tool for children,” for every flashlight purchased another will be delivered to a displaced child.
“This product is educational, functional, easy to use, repairable, standalone and doesn’t require accessories,” said the master jury.
“There’s a social story too as each purchase also funds the donation of a torch to a crisis-affected community.”
A series of geometric colourful covers designed by Tokyo-based studio Spread for Japan’s Journal of Architecture and Building Science won graphic design of the year.
Depicting real-life architecture, Spread photographed three-dimensional objects using mirrors to create playful reflections in colourful settings.
The master jury described the covers as “refreshingly bright and appealing to readers” with the graphics reflecting the significance of architecture in society.
“This magazine design embraces a strong graphic position with eye-catching visuals, punchy colours, and confident use of words,” they continued.
A wedge-shaped temporary pavilion designed by Italian architecture studio Una/Unless won installation design of the year.
The triangular blue prism takes inspiration from the symmetric Renaissance forms of the Accademia di Belle Arti di Venezia in which the pavilion sits.
The master jury said the daring 350 square metre structure felt “unexpected, futuristic, and even alien.”
“This is an intriguing structure that lures the visitors in,” they continued. “It provides a direct statement in the courtyard space and contracts between two different vernaculars – that of the old and the new.”
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.
The six winners awarded in Dezeen’s annual awards programme were by studios including Kooo Architects, Isomi and Kvadrat.
Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture crowned sustainable project of the year
Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture by MASS Design Group won the prestigious sustainable project of the year award and was also named sustainable building of the year.
Located in the village of Gashora in Rwanda, the project serves as a model for sustainable land use and construction using rammed earth and compressed earth blocks to create the university buildings.
The off-grid agricultural campus, which features a figure-eight-shaped accommodation block, was described by the master jury as “architecture at its best – beautiful, useful and inspiring”.
“The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture respectfully sits within its landscape, using local bio-based materials while regenerating biodiversity and benefitting the local community through training and job creation,” they said.
Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture by Mass Design Group. Photo by Iwan Baan
A figure-eight-shaped accommodation block and various educational spaces designed by US studio MASS Design Group won sustainable project of the year.
Designed for the Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture University, the five agricultural buildings were constructed using low-carbon initiatives and local materials such as rammed earth to compressed earth blocks.
“RICA embodies a truly holistic approach, covering everything from the building to the furniture and the landscaping,” they continued. “It is a particularly remarkable example of a well-rounded, beautifully executed vision for how sustainable design can benefit both people and planet.”
Lichao Architecture Design Studio won sustainable renovation of the year for its renovation of an abandoned 25,400-square-metre factory in Jiaxing City, China.
Transformed into a creative industry park, the development features exposed red brickwork, trusses, and chimneys preserved from the original site to blend with the local landscape.
The sustainability master jury described the renovation as “ambitious and surgically done”.
“It sets an important precedent for how China – and the world – should deal with its defunct industrial architecture, converting the rundown industrial complex into a beautiful, welcoming environment without losing its sense of history or personality.”
Dutch studio MVRDV were highly commended for their yellow office retrofit with zigzagging outdoor staircase in Berlin.
The striking 23,800-metre-square office building was adapted into a hub for social entrepreneurship and activism for Atelier Gardens.
The judges said, “Haus 1 proves that retrofits can be fun, colourful and nearly indistinguishable from new builds, endearing them to people who might never otherwise consider a refurb.”
Architecture studio Tengbom won sustainable interior of the year for its own office redesign in Stockholm, Sweden.
The studio repurposed the interior elements of the 1934 factory building utilising the original furniture, natural colours and materials combined with biophilia to achieve a design that prioritises inclusiveness, co-creativity and wellbeing.
“Tengbom’s self-designed office offers a fun new take on what a sustainable interior can look like,” said the judges.
“The renovation easily rivals a new build interior, proving that reuse doesn’t have to mean sacrificing on aesthetics,” they continued.
“Through the considered use of colour and existing furnishings, the studio was able to revitalise a former industrial space without the need for mountains of new materials.”
Designer Paul Crofts and furniture brand Isomi won sustainable design (consumer) of the year for their recyclable sofa system made from natural cork and latex.
Using recycled Portuguese cork for the base and backrest alongside wool, flax or hemp upholstery, the modular seat has a simple construction that can be easily disassembled and is entirely recyclable at the end of its life.
The master jury said, “Tejo is an elegant solution for the sustainable sofa conundrum, designed for easy disassembly using only natural and recyclable materials.”
“The project’s impact goes beyond the product itself by supporting the maintenance of Portugal’s cork forests and the judges would love to see it go even further by offering a lending or takeback scheme to close the loop.”
Japanese studio Kooo Architects won sustainable design (building product) of the year for their custom-made bricks that combine tea leaves and earth.
Kooo Architects tested different soil types and discarded tea leaves to create an environmentally friendly and non-toxic material.
The brick made from crumbled tea leaves was recently used to clad a Beijing teahouse to provide a multi-sensory feel with textured surfaces and contrasting colours.
“The Tea-earth Bricks offer a phenomenal example of how hyper-local solutions – instead of a one-size-fits-all approach – can create painfully beautiful results,” said the judges.
“By finding new applications for local waste materials and using them with minimal intervention, the project creates a closed-loop system while envisioning the future of sustainable aesthetics.”
Japanese designer Teruhiro Yanagihara won material innovation of the year for Ame, an upholstery textile woven with recycled polyester made entirely from textile waste.
Designed for Danish brand Kvadrat, the textile that embodies longevity and mindful reuse in its construction was inspired by Sashiko, a traditional Japanese mending technique.
“Ame draws attention to the vast amount of waste materials generated by the textile industry and offers an innovative method for how it can be recycled to a textile of the same – if not greater – value,” said the master jury.
“While we work to phase out synthetic materials, Ame fills a yawning gap in the market for beautifully designed fabrics made from recycled instead of virgin plastic.”
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.
Embracing the natural world through plant decor has surged in popularity recently, infusing our homes with soothing and enriching vibes. Indoor plants, available in a diverse range of sizes, shapes, colors, and textures, have evolved into flexible and artistic decoration options cherished by homeowners. In essence, plants captivate attention, akin to great art, becoming focal points that elevate interior aesthetics and seamlessly complement all areas within a home.
1. Layer the Plants
Arranging plants in layers can wonderfully infuse vitality and fascination into any space. Opt for an assortment of plant forms and silhouettes, positioning them at varying elevations adds a whole new dimension to the home décor. Consider placing plants in planters with minimalist designs, ensuring they harmonize rather than detract from the elegance of your plants.
CitySens is a compact vertical garden tailored for restricted home spaces, effortlessly bringing greenery indoors. Easily assembled with a base, pot modules, and frames, it adapts to any space. This all-in-one solution combines vertical planters, shelves, and self-irrigation. Specially designed hydroponics plants thrive on a closed irrigation system, saving water. It syncs with smartphones, caring for plants for over a month. CitySens maximizes home greenery and air quality, a viable option for space and time-constrained gardeners.
2. Install a Plant Sculpture
Who says sculptures are only limited to materials like wood, stone, or resin? Why not utilize plants to craft sculptures that enhance the beauty of your home? Plants can transform indoor spaces into vibrant installations by introducing natural beauty and enhancing air quality. Vertical gardens, hanging planters, and terrariums create dynamic visual displays that bring the outdoors inside. These installations can be tailored to any space, from small shelves to entire walls, offering flexibility in design. By incorporating diverse plant species, textures, and colors, indoor installations become living art pieces, fostering a calming and refreshing atmosphere.
Indoor planters offer convenient plant care at home – simple, modern, and nearly self-sufficient. The Klaustrafloria planter exemplifies this. Its tall, cage-like design features a sleek futuristic look in stark white. Enhanced with phytolamps, backlight, and automatic watering, it supports young or winter plants. LED lights provide an ideal photosynthesis spectrum, while the self-powered system includes water level indicators.
3. Create an Indoor Vegetable Garden
Indoor gardens offer a means to remain indoors while accessing farm-fresh produce, eliminating the need to venture outside. It allows individuals to grow fresh, organic produce year-round, reducing reliance on store-bought goods and minimizing carbon footprints. This practice enhances food security and offers nutritional benefits by providing access to homegrown vegetables. Additionally, indoor gardening fosters a connection to nature, reduces stress, and improves air quality, making it a rewarding and eco-friendly addition to any living space.
OGarden simplifies home produce growth with its indoor gardening system. Shielded from weather, you control the process, nurturing up to 90 plants—60 in the wheel and 30 seedlings below. Unique watering ensures optimal intake, a rotating wheel and secondary reservoir sustain thriving plants. Embrace hands-on food cultivation, save on groceries, and provide family-fresh produce through OGarden.
4. Use a Multifunctional Compost Bin
The role of a compost bin can go a step further than simply facilitating the natural decomposition of organic matter into a valuable resource for the garden, also serving as a medium for growing plants. A multifunctional compost bin and planter is essential for sustainable living, combining waste reduction with urban gardening. By composting kitchen scraps, it transforms waste into nutrient-rich soil, promoting a circular economy and reducing landfill contributions. This dual-purpose design supports healthy plant growth directly in the planter, enhancing urban spaces with greenery.
KAGURA, crafted by Chaozhi Lin, champions sustainability within your living space. This contained indoor gardening system empowers eco-conscious individuals to nurture self-sustaining gardens, regardless of location. Comprising a food waste container, elevated light, and three soil pots, KAGURA transforms scraps into compost, fueling plant growth. The elegant light fixture provides vital energy to the garden. Compact and self-sufficient, it fits kitchens and living areas seamlessly. Dumping food waste into the left container initiates the process, of nourishing the soil in the trio of pots for thriving plants.
5. A Furniture & Planter Combination
Multifunctional furniture with planters integrates greenery into living spaces while maximizing utility. These innovative designs combine elements like seating, tables, or shelves with built-in planters, seamlessly blending functionality with nature. Ideal for small spaces, they enhance aesthetics, improve air quality, and promote well-being. By incorporating plants directly into furniture, they offer a unique way to enjoy the benefits of greenery without sacrificing space, catering to eco-conscious individuals seeking stylish, practical home solutions.
Designed by Ben Hansen, this innovative dog house repurposes excess plant-watering water, filtering it into your dog’s bowl. Rattan with green accents imparts an airy touch. This minimalist dwelling brightens any home nook, housing both a pet and potted plant. It’s a graceful planter, harmonizing with interiors. Ben’s concept reverses conventional pet-plant dynamics. Advocating sustainable rattan, a sturdy metal frame counterbalances its lightness, preventing tipping making it an elegant fusion of function and design.
6. A Multifunctional Light
Multifunctional lights that hold plants elegantly merge illumination with nature, creating a unique and practical home feature. These innovative fixtures provide necessary lighting while supporting plant growth, making them ideal for small spaces or urban living. By combining functionality with aesthetics, they enhance interior design, improve air quality, and promote well-being. These lights offer an eco-friendly solution that brings the calming effects of greenery indoors, appealing to those seeking modern, sustainable living options.
Combining a lamp and planter, the Brot offers gentle illumination and a compact kitchen-garden. Terracotta-clad, its upper portion provides light, while the lower half nurtures plants. A stainless-steel tray inside holds seeds soaked beforehand. With regular moistening, within a week, healthy herbs or sprouts are ready for meals. Additionally, Brot serves as ambient lighting, making it a versatile dual-purpose addition to your space.
7. A Multifunctional Table & Garden
Coffee tables with integrated gardens bring a touch of nature indoors, transforming living spaces into vibrant, green environments. These innovative designs combine functionality with natural beauty, featuring built-in planters that allow for growing herbs, succulents, or small flowers. They enhance aesthetics while promoting relaxation and well-being by connecting occupants with nature. Ideal for urban dwellers or those with limited outdoor space, these tables offer a unique, sustainable solution for incorporating greenery into everyday life.
SOLE, a compact home gardening system, cleverly conceals a self-maintained mini garden within a space-saving coffee table. Ideal for city dwellers craving hassle-free natural greens in limited urban homes. Unlike traditional grow box containers, SOLE optimizes climate, temperature, and nutrients, ensuring flourishing plants even in small studios deprived of ample sunlight.
8. Introduce a Terrarium
Terrariums for indoor plants offer a captivating way to bring nature into any space, providing a self-contained ecosystem that supports plant growth with minimal maintenance. These glass enclosures create a humid environment ideal for moisture-loving plants like ferns and mosses, enhancing air quality and adding visual interest. Available in various sizes and designs, terrariums serve as stylish decorative pieces, perfect for small spaces, and inspire a connection with nature in modern living areas.
Briiv redefines air purification with a modern terrarium-inspired design, eliminating HEPA filters and UV lights. Its sleek, Homepod-like appearance adds greenery to apartments. The filter, containing sustainably grown dried moss, naturally traps harmful particles, kills microorganisms, and emits clean air. Multiple bio-filters, including coconut fibers, carbon-infused hemp, and woolen microfiber, capture particles as small as PM 0.3 while neutralizing bacteria, molds, and organic compounds.
9. Create Wall Art with Plants
Creating wall art using indoor plants transforms vertical spaces into living masterpieces, blending natural beauty with artistic expression. By arranging plants in creative patterns or using vertical planters, walls become dynamic, eco-friendly installations that enhance aesthetics and air quality. This approach maximizes space, ideal for urban living, while fostering a calming, nature-inspired environment. Living wall art offers a sustainable, innovative way to personalize interiors, appealing to those seeking unique and vibrant home decor solutions.
Solace addresses limited space and urbanization’s impact on farmland, offering an accessible solution as growing microgreens requires less water, no pesticides, and reduces waste. Solace’s scalable design utilizes wick moisture and automatic lighting, aiding beginners. The circular system conserves space, doubles as ambient lighting, and integrates with an app. Wall-mounted, Solace fosters sustainability and a healthier living environment.
10. Lego-Based Planters
Lego-based planters offer a playful and customizable approach to indoor gardening, allowing creativity to flourish alongside plants. These unique planters are constructed using Lego bricks, enabling endless design possibilities and the ability to adjust size and shape as needed. Perfect for small succulents or herbs, they add a touch of whimsy and color to any space. Lego planters engage both adults and children, fostering a hands-on connection with nature and imaginative decor solutions.
Designer Lorenzo Vega introduces a modular planter inspired by LEGO blocks, ideal for vertical farming in limited living spaces. Starting with a single cube, it expands vertically as modules link. Each planter includes a dish and cubic case for crops to grow. Influenced by Japanese metabolism and social modernism architecture, the sleek design prioritizes usability and customization. Vega’s creation finds its niche in small spaces, offering practical and aesthetic benefits.
And if nothing else works, get yourself a plant from the LEGO Botanical collection. A timelessly elegant solution that adds a hint of green to your space and no chance of killing these babies!
LEGO’s Botanical Collection merges the joy of building blocks with meditative gardening, aligning with pandemic trends. The set lets you construct intricate flowers, like Birds of Paradise and orchids, using over 1,000 blocks for three-dimensional art. This ‘adultified’ LEGO endeavor combines childhood play with calming puzzle-like engagement, offering restful creation. Orchids, succulents, bouquets, and bonsai tree pieces further fuel imaginative construction in this unique collection.
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