D5 Design Magazine

22/10/2026

The Market Hall in Burgdorf, Switzerland, one of the city’s landmarks, has recently received a new lighting design that is not only functional but also borders on the artistic. It was developed to make the sandstone architecture more obvious, but without allowing the new fittings to go under the spotlights themselves. The design works with the rhythm of the arches and places transparent glass globe pendants between them.

Continue reading about the lighting design of Market Hall in Burgdorf 👇

Luminum GmbH’s lighting for Burgdorf Market Hall uses transparent glass pendants, controlled scenes and soft reflections within historic sandstone arches.

22/10/2026

A Mexican home built around nature 🏡

Located in Villa de Álvarez, western Mexico, Casa Akina by Di Frenna Arquitectos lets the garden take the central stage. An open-air courtyard brings greenery, natural light, and calmness into everyday living. The whole residence is actually organised around the central courtyard. A staircase rises through the open space, while upper-floor balconies overlook the greenery below. Living and dining areas also unfold around the courtyard, connecting architecture and landscape.

Large steel-framed windows open onto garden terraces, where plants and water create a hidden retreat. Upstairs, terraces connect the bedrooms and study to greenery, ensuring that nature is a part of every level. Materiality plays an important role too. Board-formed concrete, stone flooring, and lattice screens establish a palette of greys, while wooden doors and furniture add warmth and texture, while built-in shelves, bars, and display surfaces follow the same material language.

👉 Read more about Casa Akina: https://d5mag.com/casa-akina-brings-the-outdoors-into-the-middle-of-a-mexican-home/

📸 Photo credit: Lorena Darquea

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21/10/2026

The Kharetsa W**e Server-Rack by Meetlo Studio is inspired by the mountain landscapes of Lesotho and the vegetation that grows in the harsh environment, specifically the aloe succulent plant. The spiral geometry of the aloe succulent is mirrored in the w**e rack’s circular form, thus conveying the organic structure into a contemporary design. Apart from the aloe reference, Kharetsa’s sculptural form also draws from African symbolism, in which the circle represents the sun, continuity, and community gatherings.

Take a closer look at this unique w**e server-rack 👇

The Kharetsa W**e Server-Rack serves both as a functional storage and as a collectible design piece within an interior.

21/10/2026

A unique shoe that has racing roots and romantic hues 👟

PUMA and BLACKPINK’s ROSÉ are back with a new collaboration. This time, they added something new to the iconic Speedcat silhouette, blending its motorsport heritage with autumn-inspired colours and a softer aesthetic.

Originally designed as a fire-retardant driving shoe for Formula 1, the Speedcat has travelled from the racetrack to the streets, becoming an essential piece of modern streetwear. Now it gets a seasonal refresh in two rich colourways - earthy brown and deep burgundy. The shoes have soft nubuck leather uppers, signature wrapped laces, and PUMA’s iconic leaping cat branding. Every detail brings a delicate touch to the streamlined shape, balancing racing-inspired design with elegance.

👉 Check out the new PUMA x ROSÉ sneakers: https://d5mag.com/puma-x-rose-soften-the-iconic-speedcat-silhouette-with-autumn-inspired-tonal-hues/

📸 Photo credit: Courtesy of PUMA

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20/10/2026

Autumn is the season of exploring homes that make people want to stay a little longer 🏡

As the days grow shorter, natural stone, warm wood, soft light, and inviting outdoor spaces become even more inspiring. And when it comes to residential design, few things are more tempting than a home that feels a part of its surroundings. We selected three award-winning private houses that take the top of our inspiration list. All three received recognition in the Architectural Design, Private House category at the last year’s LIV Hospitality Design Awards. What unites them is a shared connection to place, natural materials, and the experience of living in harmony with the landscape.

✔️ Manta Coastal Residence by ALTER EGO Project Group is located on the Spanish coastline, where the striking residence takes inspiration from the graceful shape of a manta ray. Sweeping rooflines, generous overhangs, and sun-filled interiors frame the coastal views.

✔️ Reef House by YODEZEEN sits in Coral Gables, Florida, with a custom-built pier connecting it to Biscayne Bay. Mediterranean Revival architecture, warm stone, light-coloured facades, and tropical planting create a home that respects local architectural traditions while seamlessly blending into its coastal setting.

✔️ Casa de al Lado by Chain + Siman is located in Rancho Avándaro, Mexico, and brings the surrounding landscape into everyday life. Massive trees, large windows, an old irrigation channel, and gardens planted with olive trees and ferns shape the design. Carved stone exteriors and exposed timber details add character to the interiors.

👉 Read more about these three award-winning private houses: https://d5mag.com/three-award-winning-private-houses-with-a-strong-sense-of-place/

📸 Photo credit: Courtesy of ALTER EGO Project Group, Rafael Gamo, Courtesy of YODEZEEN

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20/10/2026

A new office on Gary-Carter Street in Montreal was designed in a way to improve productivity and staff satisfaction. Envisioned as a flexible and collaborative workplace with a human face, the space supports both the company’s growth and evolving work patterns.

Learn more about design solutions that made it happen 👇

A survey conducted a year after GKC Architecture & Design changed office space provides valuable insight into how design can act as a catalyst for behavior.

19/10/2026

HELLO WOOD Design & Build studio has announced a major milestone in its career – a 2500 m2 project, Remise Rosa. Once an abandoned railway site, Remise Rosa has been turned into an open-air oasis spanning three levels. An urban garden, a neighbourhood hub, and a mini-vacation spot, Remise Rosa features a mixture of both indoor and outdoor spaces that can be used year-round. The complex hosts a restaurant, a b**r garden, as well as entertainment and relaxation areas.

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Remise Rosa complex with restaurant, a b**r garden, entertainment and relaxation areas is made primarely of Cross Laminated Timber.

19/10/2026

A sculptural play of light and colour ✨

Inspired by the glowing windows of city nightscapes and the colourful filters used in photography and theatre, designer and founder of a London-based PUBLICPARTS Studio, Billy Easter, transforms a basic silicone cube into a playful, modular lighting design. Gel Lamp is a translucent silicone cube that lets you change the mood of your space with a simple swap of colour. Every piece is made by hand in Billy Easter’s London studio, with the silicone casting, setting, and finishing process taking several days.

The Gel Lamp has a dimmable LED core and interchangeable coloured inserts that let people change its glow to suit their mood or interior. With 13 gel colours available at launch and two inserts included with each lamp, this compact 11.5 cm cube offers endless possibilities for experimenting with light and colour. This lamp is a miniature architectural volume. Light appears from within, fills the cube, and diffuses outward like an illuminated room viewed from the street. Even when switched off, its translucent form catches ambient daylight, making it a sculptural object in its own right.

👉 Take a closer look at the the Gel Lamp: https://d5mag.com/billy-easters-silicone-cube-turns-city-nightscapes-into-modular-lighting/

📸 Photo credit: © Billy Easter / PUBLICPARTS

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18/10/2026

JUGAAD designs transform containers used for long-distance shipping into a climate-responsive residence. Set in Mauritius’ coastal village of Trou d’Eau Douce, the tropical home made up of upcycled containers shines with captivating minimalism, durability and resourcefulness.

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JEAGEER’s new project in Mauritius showcases the innovative use of recycled shipping containers.

18/10/2026

Mid-century soul collides with modern elegance in the AC Apartment 🏢

Bold materials, sculptural furniture, and Kiko Castello Branco Arquitetura’s love of Brazilian design give the AC Apartment character. The apartment brings together rich natural textures, vintage treasures, and a touch of modernism, creating a warm, sophisticated space for a family of four. Large windows frame the leafy canopies outside, while a glass-enclosed garden connects the apartment’s two wings. Curved corners, open sightlines, and hidden window frames create a layout that is airy and inviting.

Michelangelo Bordeaux marble with its deep red tones and delicate pale veining is the start of the show. The stone forms a sculptural bench beneath the living-room windows and a striking bar counter in the dining area. Paired with travertine floors, louro pardo timber ceilings, and catuaba wood cabinetry, it creates a rich palette. Brazilian furniture tries to steal the spotlight by blending modern pieces with vintage classics sourced from antique retailers. Sergio Rodrigues’s Vivi armchair, Percival Lafer’s MP97 armchairs, and Jorge Zalszupin’s Pétalas side table bring timeless character to the living room. Thoughtful details continue throughout the apartment, from the terracotta-toned powder room with its sculptural green marble vanity to the serene primary suite, where caramel leather, linen, and warm wood create a calming retreat.

👉 Check out the AC Apartment: https://d5mag.com/ac-apartment-red-marble-wood-and-brazilian-furniture-in-a-sao-paulo-flat/

📸 Photo credit: Carolina Lacaz

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