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This is an opportunity to see the iconic designs of Alvar Aalto and Aino Aalto again. To celebrate its 90th anniversary, Artek is re-releasing furniture from its archive. ‘Screen 100’, considered one of Alvar Aalto’s most architectural pieces of furniture design, is available in a wider range of heights to reflect changes in modern lifestyles, and the stool X602, with its innovative X-shaped legs, is also presented in two special limited editions.

Premium hotel resort group ‘Aman’ introduces ‘Aman Singapore’ in Singapore. It is located at Sky Waters, which is attracting attention as Singapore’s tallest and most iconic skyscraper, and the interior design was done by Kerry Hill Architects, who have been collaborating with Aman for a long time. The exclusive space for hotel guests will be equipped with top-class facilities, including an infinity pool, Aman Spa, and Aman Signature Restaurant where you can experience gourmet cuisine from around the world.

‘Saint-Louis’, a world-renowned French crystal brand belonging to the Hermes Group, arrives in Seoul! Domestic flagship store Saint-Louis Dosan Boutique opened for the first time. Saint-Louis, a famous French crystal company with a history of over 430 years, has maintained its long-standing craftsmanship and heritage, and continues to make innovation the core of the brand. Saint-Louis Dosan Boutique, located near Dosan Park, presents the entire Saint-Louis collection, including lighting, furniture, interior objects, and tableware. You can view a wide range of items, from elaborate crystal objects such as Mediterranean-style paperweights and colored glass to the classic royal chandelier collection.

Herman Miller and Heath Ceramics’ limited edition collaboration collection ‘Gathered’. Rooted in timeless design and responsible production methods, it consists of ceramicware in neutral tones that can be used beautifully for a long time. Also included are Heath’s classic Coupe line from the 1940s, Edith Heath’s iconic Studio Mug from the 1950s, and a Dinner Bowl inspired by the Heath archives.

Make the small moments of every day more beautiful. Cafe Kitsune has teamed up with Iittala to launch a new mug collection. This special edition reinterprets the iconic Teema mug in four ‘colors of taste’. It is composed of calm pastel tones inspired by Cafe Kitsune’s menu items: matcha, sakura, cappuccino, and sesame.

“We reduced the scale, but kept the essence of the sofa. It is an experience of being completely immersed in the warmth that ‘Pillo’ provides.” Designer Willo Perron’s Philo collection launched by Knoll has been upgraded to the next level. The Pillow Lounge Chair, which comes in two types, a swivel model and a fixed model, proposes a new immersive relaxation space for one person. Unlike the appearance of large cushions stacked on top of each other, it is designed as a lounge structure that encourages conversation and relaxation.

Pet Therapy awakens imagination with witty design. Did you know that this is a design project between Atelier Biagetti and 11-year-old girl designer Altea Biagetti? These collections have been enriched with the ‘Palm Beach Floor Lamp‘. This floor lighting combines a softly padded palm leaf-shaped fabric and three glass spheres to create a harmonious combination of sculptural presence and practicality.

Let’s meet a restaurant that received a star from the Michelin Guide on the Indian Ocean. Two restaurants operated by luxury resort group, Constance Hotels & Resorts, were included in the . The main characters are ‘Constance Lemuria’ from Seychelles and ‘Constance Prince Maurice’ from Mauritius. They won Two MICHELIN Keys and One MICHELIN Key respectively, and also won or were nominated in multiple categories at the ‘World of Fine Wine Awards 2025’.

In 1950, Børge Mogensen unveiled a chair at the Furniture Craftsmen’s Association exhibition in Copenhagen. A hunting chair that combines a low, backward-sloping shape, a sturdy wooden frame, and a thick leather seat. Fredericia is releasing a limited edition of 75 pieces to commemorate the 75th anniversary of this chair. A commemorative plate engraved with Mogensen’s signature is attached to each chair, and a certificate personally signed by the craftsman is provided.

The second floor of Gaudí’s masterpiece, Casa Batlló, is newly opened. This space, which has not been open to the public until now, will be opened to the public on January 31, 2026, to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Gaudí’s death and Barcelona’s designation as the capital of world architecture. Barcelona architecture studio Mesura was in charge of the design, and it plans to be reborn as a new cultural center by hosting contemporary art exhibitions twice a year. United Visual Artists, a London-based art group, will participate in the opening exhibition and will introduce the work of UVA Art Studio.

If you need decoration ideas for the holiday season, check out the Ferm Living collection. Rooted in the brand’s unique aesthetic, the 2025 Holiday Collection is designed to celebrate the upcoming season and blend beautifully into everyday life thereafter. All objects were created to focus on tactility, understated color, and familiar yet newly formed forms. Representative examples include comfortable and understated Christmas stockings, glassware centerpieces inspired by the sacred goddess of water, and ball-shaped candle holders that are both practical and decorative.

News of K-artist’s entry into MoMA! A large-scale solo exhibition by artist Ayoung Kim will be held at MoMA PS1 until March 16, 2026. Ayoung Kim is a person who has explored the labor, technology, and mythical imagination of modern society in a multi-layered manner by combining generative AI, video game engines, and live-action filming. highlights the changing relationship between data, humans, and the environment, and provides a glimpse into the thoughts on platform labor, identity, and social structure that have expanded since the pandemic.