Interiors & Design

Current-carrying axis

Lodes has integrated the power supply into the supporting structure of the Axia luminaire. A central axis connects the structural and electrical functions. Light, material and form interact precisely.

Student living reimagined

With Project No. 7, Projekt Praga is setting a new standard for student accommodation in Warsaw, with a clear focus on functionality, accessibility, and community.

Modular ceiling made from plastic boxes

Minimal Studio's "Plastic Box" supermarket combines radical minimalism with urban flair. Clean lines and geometric shapes characterise the sales area, which is designed as a raw concrete shell. 

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Creating regional identity

The Frankfurt Rhine-Main metropolitan region is World Design Capital 2026. Under the motto “Design for Democracy. Atmospheres for a better life,” numerous events will take place in the region. The grand opening will kick off at Centralstation in Darmstadt on January 16. 

A house full of stories

In London's Crystal Palace, Will Burges has built a house for himself and his family of four that stores knowledge and memories within its compact structure. 

DETAIL Readers' Favorites 2025

At the end of the year, we present the three most popular articles from the Interiors & Design category: two sensitively modernized conversions and a pavilion that inspires with its tactile and sensory spatial qualities.

Confident dialogue

In Prague's Smíchov district, Studio Formafatal has converted an attic into a two-storey apartment with a gallery.

Abstract waffle pattern

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Loacker wafer, MoDusArchitects completely redesigned the flagship store in Heinfels, Austria.

Metal workshop becomes gourmet temple

Schaum architects have converted a former metal workshop in the Houston Heights district into a 75-seat restaurant. While retaining the corrugated iron aesthetic and supporting structure of the old building, the space has been given a completely new atmosphere.

Building for children in Canadian style

SOA Architekti are designing the Czech Republic's first Maple Bear School in Brno, which is located in a converted industrial building as part of a larger neighbourhood project.

Mineral textures

In collaboration with Matteo Thun & Partners, Florim presents SensiEtna, a collection made from recycled lava stone and glass. The series captures the essence of Mount Etna, bringing its energy to life in architectural surfaces for indoor and outdoor spaces. 

Industrial ambience

Studio Frick has designed a spacious 2,000 m² dining area for the family-run brewery, closely linking production and experience.

Dining in an urban greenhouse

The Mexican architecture firm OPA (Oficina de Práctica Arquitectónica) has completed a restaurant called Plumbago in Mexico City. Here, guests can enjoy dining and culture at the same time.

Plant-based guest room

The pavilion “Rooted Potential” by Danish designer and materials researcher Sara Martinsen is a research project that explores the architectural potential of ten native plants from the Copenhagen area.

Between work and leisure time

kadawittfeldarchitektur has designed a 400 m² bistro in the Salzburg-Urstein Knowledge Park that offers breakfast and lunch, as well as work areas.

Iconic Awards 2025

Renovation instead of new construction, attitude instead of icons: the Iconic Awards 2025 show how architecture is shaping change with everyday concepts for work, health, education and energy.

Modular playground

The Portuguese architecture practice Summary has designed a prototype daycare centre based on a prefabricated, modular system of U-shaped, reinforced concrete elements.