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#ikea-vases

'When I go to bed, I go to work.' Starck describes dreaming as an active method in his design process, where sleep becomes a space for production and innovation.

The refurbishment project is characterized by a dual stylistic code, which allows for a harmonious blend of modern and traditional elements within the apartment's design.

The installation invites visitors to look through the tangible surfaces to recognize the traces of the creators, visions, and identities that brought them to life.

Zolnianska created a copper-wax composite that forms the shades, a substance that behaves differently every time it's worked. Some shades come out smooth and disc-like, while others emerge heavily textured and volcanic, their deeply pitted surfaces catching and scattering light in unpredictable ways.

"It would be really hard without this space to make good products, if not impossible," Axelsson says.

Cleveland explains, 'I just wasn't into the idea of constantly seeing my bed from the couch. I spent almost two months hunting online for a room divider that wouldn't block too much natural light or make the space feel cramped. Eventually, I realized I'd have to make one myself.'

It's been a particularly grueling winter, so naturally I can't stop fantasizing about spring. I've had enough of being holed up in my apartment all day; once the weather warms up, I'm practically going to live outside. The product geniuses at IKEA are clearly on a similar wavelength, because the iconic home retailer just launched two new limited-edition SOLVINDEN lamps that'll set the mood for outdoor hangs and make a style statement indoors in the meantime. Oh, and they're both under $20.

When designing a neutral space, you might initially assume you're working with a limited color palette. And while using a select group of more subdued hues might be the key to achieving that calming effect, it doesn't mean the room has to be boring or one-dimensional. That's where texture (think: the "70-20-10" rule) comes into play. Texture was a major part of Chloe Livington's design plan when mapping out her organic-modern Jersey City studio apartment.

Furniture is now understood as a core architectural component rather than a purely functional addition to a space. In 2026, instead of sharp, rigid forms, current design directions favor softer, organic silhouettes that promote comfort and visual calm. These shapes help create interiors that feel more balanced and human-centred, supporting everyday use while enhancing the emotional quality of the environment.