Last week, Salone del Mobile. Milano concluded a record-breaking iteration. From the whopping 370,000+ attendees, a little more than half had flown in to attend the Milanese annual fair. This feat consolidates the event’s prowess of being perhaps the most anticipated interior design fair in the world. For team Salone, the challenge to outdo themselves in the upcoming years might be overwhelming, but like Love That Design’s Co-Founder (and our Milan trooper) said, “The city and the fair are rammed; but this is a great problem to have.” Milan is replete with scenic streets and picturesque arch ..read more

Feature Image: Sheraa Entrepreneurship Hub, University of Sharjah by ROAR featuring PIXEL by Bene; Photograph by: Pva Photography A hallmark of exceptional designers lies in their imaginative capacity to envision a single piece serving myriad applications. Versatile products within the architecture and design realm streamline a designer’s workflow and unfurl boundless possibilities for crafting narratives that are distinctive, evocative, and brimming with character. Team Love That Design has created this handpicked list to help you amp up your game to spark inspiration in your design jo ..read more

Compass invited designers from Xworks, Design by Mahsa, and DWP for a compelling discussion. The agenda was to delve into and assess the potential growth of the design and construction industry. Our discussions ranged from analysing Design & Build vs. Design-Bid-Build approaches to evaluating the role and benefits of PMC involvement at various project stages. Here are some highlights from the discussion… As four influential figures stride into the studio, the intrigue is palpable. What links these diverse individuals? Is it the exchange of amusing anecdotes regarding clients with impract ..read more

The range of styles for kids’ rooms is as diverse as the dreams they inspire. From cosy nurseries to trendy hangouts, designing the ultimate kids’ room is a total labour of love, bursting with endless chances to express your creativity. Designing kids’ rooms is like a fun adventure in creativity and practicality, adapting as kids grow from tots to teens. Each stage presents its own set of design challenges, but also exciting opportunities for innovation. Nowadays, parents and designers are all about creating spaces that are both fun and safe—places that easily transform from play zones to st ..read more

Feature Image: Miral Headquarters, Abu Dhabi by Godwin Austen Johnson (GAJ); Photograph by: Chris Goldstraw Photography A workplace isn’t just about work—it’s also about well-being. Chairs are essential elements in creating a culture of comfort and productivity; they are a good place to begin with. In line with that thought, team Love That Design has curated armchairs and lounge chairs from renowned designers around the globe that offer plush, comfortable seating while enhancing the visual allure of the space. Meetia by Actiu Familiar yet a surprise. Meetia is a collection of one, two ..read more

The city of Milan is abuzz with design marvels, and there is something novel at every turn. We strode through parts of Tortona and Durini districts, and here is what caught our eyes… Despite the chilly air, each year design professionals flock to Milan to attend the Italian city’s celebrated design week. Why shouldn’t they? Each Milan Design Week makes sure visitors feel like they still couldn’t see everything, even if they stayed the whole week. The city brims with design hotspots coupled with Baroque building facades and fresco internal dome. In the past decade or so, the Brera, Durini an ..read more

NEOM, meaning ‘the vision for a new future’, is a place, a home for people whose dreams soar the skies. As their motto says “Made To Change”, NEOM is hailed as a beacon of futuristic urbanism. It is an ambitious project, an innovative epicenter aimed at redefining the concept of sustainable living, business and conservation. Situated in the northwestern region of Saudi Arabia, NEOM spans over 26,500 square kilometres, blending innovation with environmental preservation. Spearheaded by the Saudi Crown Prince, His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, NEOM envisions a utopian society where cutti ..read more

‘Limited Edition’: these two words can intrigue collectors endlessly. Even more, when the term is associated with a design prodigy like Dr. Samuel Ross and a legacy brand like Kohler. To know more, we met with Dr. Samuel, on the eve of Salone 2024, at Palazzo del Senato amongst a convulsing network of pipes in salamander orange (a colour that has become synonymous with the designer’s works). Here is the account… Dr. Samuel Ross calls furniture ‘functional sculptures.’ Why? Because to him, that is what furniture is. Although his career began as a fashion designer, he slowly branched to other ..read more

Feature Image: Bun Burgers Restaurant, Turin by Masquespacio; Photograph by: Gregory Abbate If it were up to Homer, blue would have been called wine-red because that’s how the sea looked to him! The genesis of our understanding of ‘blue’ traces back to the ancient Egyptians, innovators who crafted a synthetic blue by blending silica, copper, lime, and alkali. Through epochs and cultures, blue has stood for many things, from royalty in Europe to independence in India. It also symbolises calm, depth, trust, wisdom, and more. Its versatility finds a harmonious nexus in design, embodying a timel ..read more

Salone del Mobile, Milan 2024 is less than a week away. The international trade fair’s 62nd iteration, per usual, will mark the beginning of a cycle of global design fairs for the year. From April 16th to 21st, Milan’s Rho Fiera fairgrounds will once again host this cornerstone of Milan Design Week 2024. Expectations are high, with approximately 2,000 exhibitors and over 300,000 visitors from across the globe poised to converge.  Amidst updated fairgrounds and special highlights like SaloneSatellite’s anniversary focus on emerging talent and the biennial EuroCucina showcase, this year pr ..read more