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NEWSLETTER – 6th March 2025

Architecture

' I'd rather leave the extravagances to others '

‘I’d Rather Leave the Extravagances to Others’

Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen is a Danish architect, designer, photographer – and jury member at this year's ICONIC Awards. In an interview with ndion, the co-founder of Norm Architects reveals what keeps him awake at night and what the term 'soft minimalism' means…

by Jasmin Jouhar

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Design

Hooked: How Design Can Change Our Habits

Whether it’s a smartphone, streaming, or sharing service – many (digital) products are designed in such a way that we simply cannot resist them. But what is it that makes them so alluring? Nir Eyal’s “Hook Model” demonstrates how clever design shapes our lives, leading us to develop both positive and negative habits…

by Oliver Herwig

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Design Icons

Adjustable Table E1027 by Eileen Gray

A side table made of chrome-plated tubular steel with a height-adjustable glass top – a classic today, a design revolution in 1927. With the E1027, architect and designer Eileen Gray created a piece of furniture that combined elegance, functionality and flexibility. Its radical modernity makes it one of the most important design icons of the 20th century…

by Lara Lochmann

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Podcast

Jakob Van Rijs: Should Architecture Challenge Conventional Concepts of Form and Function?


In this episode of Design Perspectives, Jakob van Rijs, founding partner of MVRDV Architects, provides insight into the world of contemporary architecture. The Dutch architect highlights the importance of embracing innovation and maintaining design curiosity while facing challenges such as sustainability and urban change…

The podcast is held in English

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Sign Now! Responsible Design Manifesto by Ornamo

Ornamo Art and Design Finland calls on designers and organisations to integrate sustainability into their work. Sign the manifesto online…

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The New Yorker: 100 Years of the Legendary Magazine

Since 1925, The New Yorker has stood for sophisticated journalism, in-depth analysis and a distinctive visual identity...

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ICONIC AWARDS 2025: New Round, New Look

The renowned architecture competition is setting new standards in 2025 with a fresh brand image, new categories and an innovative event concept…

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Bald in Brüssel: Together by Design

Soon in Brussels: Together by Design

The Representation of the State of Hesse in Brussels invites you to "Together by Design" on 23 and 24 April 2025. The event offers a platform for exchange between politics, science, economy and design…

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