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Meet the people behind the designs and discover exciting design and architecture stories from around the world. From interviews with renowned designers to editorials on design events, trends and innovations - this is the place for design enthusiasts!

Interviews

How to create great interior architecture, Tilla Goldberg?

Great interiors, even with a sustainable twist, can be hard to come by these days. We asked iF juror Tilla Goldberg, director of product design and brand spaces at Ippolito Fleitz Group, what it takes to be a great interior designer these days. She says it comes down to six principles. Reading Time: 4 min | Sep 2024Editorial

Self-made Designer: How to built a start-up in sustainable design?

When Helge Schritt finished university, he wanted to create a product that was sustainable, low impact and useful. But instead of looking for a company who was working in the field, he started his own. Below, he reveals his 7-step-plan to his own design startup - and how you can do it too.Reading Time: 4 min | Sep 2024Editorial

The Definition of Design`s "hidden champion" is a small team in the Netherlands

Phoenix 3D Metaal specialized, primarily, in 3D sheet metal components. The sheet metals from this small business based in the Brainport region of the Netherlands, are a part of many famous designs and especially winners of the iF DESIGN AWARD – though most people would never know. Reading Time: 4 min | Aug 2024
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Outdoor Design: Six chairs too beautiful for just one purpose

Summertime and outdoor furniture may be - slowly - coming to an end, but styslish seatings are never out of style. Some of them are even too beautiful, to only stay outdoors and are perfectly suitable for the indoors as well. Check out six winner designs of chairs that can do all seasons!Reading Time: 4 min | Aug 2024Editorial

Seven architecture and design events not to miss this autumn - from Helsinki to New York!

We are happy about summertime, but are also looking for fall - the perfect time for inspirational design weeks and architectural biennales! And this year's lineup is no exception. Whether you're looking for events in Europe or America, here are a few don't miss autumn events.Reading Time: 3 min | Aug 2024Interviews

US Architecture: "Awards are benchmarks of excellence and innovation."

We are proud to announce our partnership with AIANY - the oldest and largest chapter of the American Institute of Architects in New York. We talked to executive director Jesse Lazar on American architecture, new technoligies, design awards and what the future holds for this partnership!Reading Time: 4 min | Aug 2024
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Danish Design Match made by iF: Designers collaborate after meeting at iF Design Award Night!

This story is what the iF DESIGN AWARD NIGHT - apart from honoring the best designs of the world - is made for: inspiring encounters! Gold winners Sophus Bang, Ionna Drakaki and Jannik Weylandt met at the iF Design Award Night 2022 in Berlin and decided to work together - only to win again in 2024!Reading Time: 4 min | Jul 2024Interviews

Circular Design: What is the Digital Product Passport, Kenny Arnold?

To circular designer Kenny Arnold, the digital product passport could encourage a greater hybridity of skills for designers. Read why in this exclusive excerpt from the iF Design Trend Report 2024. Reading Time: 4 min | Jul 2024Editorial

7 tips from successful designers on starting your career

Starting your career in design and looking for advice on how to get started? You're not alone. But take heart: we put together some advice from successful designers on how young designers can find a foothold and get their career started right.Reading Time: 4 min | Jul 2024
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LONG READS

Interviews

Interview with Life Innovation Design Center of LG Electronics: Innovation for a Better Life

"LG is a life brand that focuses on the lifestyles of our customers. We pursue innovation that enriches customers lives and values people."Reading Time: 13 min | Aug 2022
Interviews

Creating Minimalist Design with a Humble Heart

Interview With Xiaomi Ecosystem Industrial Design Director Li NingningReading Time: 30 min | Nov 2020
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