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Draga & Aurel introduced Crisalide, a series of Murano glass lamps exploring layered colour, translucency and internal illumination, at Design Miami 2025

Cornell researchers have developed an ultra-black wool textile inspired by bird of paradise feathers, combining extreme light absorption with wearability.

Alcova Miami 2025 ran during Miami Art Week, bringing together over 40 international exhibitors presenting furniture, lighting, textiles and installations.

PUMA introduces a new Speedcat pack featuring the Speedcat Wedge, Ballet and OG, finished in brown suede with metallic grey accents.

Design Directions for 2027/28: VAULT, CUSHION, SWAMP & SWEAT.

Moonlight, Skylight at Alcova Miami 2025 presented an installation by Franck Genser and Tonester Paints, combining alabaster lighting, sculptural furniture and two blues, French Blue and Secret Society.

Lelièvre Paris offered an early preview of its 2026 textile collections in London, presenting Escales Lointaines, Îles du Vent and Festivités ahead of their full reveal at Paris Déco Off in January.

Pantone introduces Cloud Dancer as its Color of the Year 2026, a quiet white positioned to convey clarity and calm across fashion, interiors and product design.

In this hospitality focus we investigate sustainability, feature the Almanac x Alcaron, Prague, interview interior architect Tola Ojulape and report on the welcome return of colour to hospitality venues.