Monocle on Design

Extra: We visit an exhibition at the Fondazione Berengo Art Space to find out how a collaboration between Berengo Studio and London-based design brand Wonderglass is pushing the boundaries of Murano’s glass-blowing tradition.

The design world’s biggest event is here – we cover Milan Design Week from our base in the Lombard capital, checking in with emerging designers from Stockholm art and design collective Swedish Girls, visiting Molteni’s space at Supersalone and talking with the co-founder of Danish design studio Karakter.

We catch up with Wael Al Awar of Dubai-based design studio Waiwai following its recent Golden Lion award for the best national pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale.

We speak to world-renowned German camera brand Leica about its move into the mobile phone market. Plus: we hear about Nike’s sports uniform design process and get to know a Bosnian furniture brand recognised by Unesco.

We speak to the team behind the design of Pharrell Williams’ Humanrace skincare brand.

British designer Paul Smith shares his design for a new Mini vehicle and we visit Alvar Aalto Week in the Finnish town of Kouvola. Plus: we meet Ishkar, a company helping to preserve traditional craftsmanship in conflict-affected countries.

Ivan Carvalho takes us through the curvilinear craftsmanship found in the classic chair produced by Arcalo.

We explore some of Europe’s best design events, from Design Biennale Zürich to Copenhagen Fashion Week. Plus, we speak to Nina Marenzi, the founder of Future Fabrics Expo, which focuses on sustainable materials.

Unesco has announced additions to its World Heritage List, including sites in South America and examples of modern architecture. Lucinda Elliott discusses the places newly recognised for their cultural significance.

Architect Paul Noritaka Tange on the challenges of continuing a design legacy with his Tokyo Aquatics Centre. Plus, the team meets Yinka Ilori at his vibrant 3D-printed basketball court in London’s Canary Wharf.