The
Design Anthology
Archive
This Book About Korean Craft Is Also, Itself, an Act of Korean Craft
Beyond the gloss of K-pop, Phaidon’s landmark new book Jeong explores the profound emotional connection between Korean makers and their craft, bridging ancient dynastic traditions with Seoul’s cutting-edge contemporary design
The Tallest Glulam Structure in Southeast Asia and 11 Tonnes of Recycled Plastic: Indonesian Architecture Right Now
Indonesian architects and designers are combining traditional materials and vernacular with contemporary approaches, in spaces from hospitality to educational and commercial.
In Singapore, One Sliding Door Reshapes Three Different Rooms
Studio Rascal’s 107-square-metre HDB flat in Pasir Ris trades the standard cellular layout for open, connected living — held together by a single sliding door and three decades of exposed concrete
The Man Who Builds Nests in Other People’s Buildings
From the streets of Tokyo to the vineyards of Champagne, Japanese artist Tadashi Kawamata crafts whimsical, ephemeral architectural sculptures that cling to buildings and trees, offering a poetic commentary on freedom and impermanence
A Taipei Apartment That Echoes Its Natural Surroundings
A young couple transformed a blank-canvas Taipei apartment into a warm, inviting oasis. By embracing natural light, custom storage and earthy materials, Horizontal Studio designed a remarkably spacious urban sanctuary
The Designer Reclaiming Indonesia’s Creative Voice From the Factory Floor
With its unique approach and presentation, Jia Curated is becoming a destination event for the region’s creative industry. Ahead of the fourth edition, we spoke with founder Budiman Ong.
Why the New Espace Gabrielle Chanel in Shanghai Inspires Both Creativity and Caution
Chanel has transformed a historic Shanghai power plant into a sanctuary for art and literature, marking a sophisticated new chapter in the house’s deep-rooted and cinematic connection to the Chinese landscape
Meet the Indonesian Design Collective Advocating for the Small Details
Millimeter Manifesto is an initiative by nine Indonesian product designers that aims to elevate the country’s design ecosystem by demystifying the discipline down to the finest detail. We speak with participant Alvin Tjitrowirjo of design studio AlvinT to learn more.
An Owner’s Eclectic Collection Finds Balance in This Kuala Lumpur Home
From Tintin figurines to Ming Dynasty chairs, Oryza Design Studio weaves a homeowner’s eclectic treasures into a serene Kuala Lumpur apartment
A Chair for Life
The Wishbone chair has passed through generations of hands and homes. Over seven decades later, it remains one of the most recognised chairs in the world, its legacy reflecting a conviction that longevity and respect for craft are the ultimate luxuries
From Penal Colony to Design Destination: the Evolution of Hobart
In this issue, Asia-based Australian writer Kee Foong discovers his home country’s smallest and most southerly state capital is both human in scale and a haven for native wildlife
The New Guard of Indonesian Design is Rewriting the Rules of Tradition
Conscious that their nation has been better known as a manufacturing hub, these emerging industrial and product designers are marking a new chapter for Indonesian design with ambition and imagination.
A New Address in a City That Never Stands Still
Amidst Hong Kong’s relentless momentum, Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui emerges as a dynamic new anchor. Blending rich maritime heritage with modern glamour, the hotel offers a sophisticated pause for travellers
The List: Our Editors’ Guide to Design-Focused Destinations and Products in March and Beyond
The monthly briefing from Design Anthology’s editors on the most interesting things to see, places to go and products to know
From Fragmented to Fluid in a Clever Kuala Lumpur Home Renovation
Wunderwall Design approached colour as a material in this Kuala Lumpur home, resulting in a singular, bold dwelling that reflects its owners’ creative sensibilities
The 1930s Handshake Hidden in a Millswood Apartment
Marshall Studio has restored a rare Streamline Moderne apartment in Adelaide, stripping away decades of design clutter to honour the building’s original 1930s geometry
How Neri&Hu Brought Refined Domesticity to the Manhattan Skyline
Neri&Hu translates Midtown East’s Art Deco legacy into a sanctuary of ‘refined domesticity’, distilling the residential apartment to its essence
In Praise of Friction and the Case for Getting Out Into the World
From the winding roads of northern India to the pages of our latest issue, our editor-in-chief reflects on why friction, effort and showing up still matter in a world increasingly experienced at a distance
A Tokyo Spa Built from Pink Salt and Raw MDF
By blending raw MDF with Pakistani pink salt and hand-applied plaster, Negu Inc has created a tactile sanctuary in Omotesando that physically embodies Remedy Cave’s philosophy of healing from within
Why This Singapore Architect Looked to Public Parks to Redesign a Private Apartment
L Architects transformed a petite apartment into a biophilic space inspired by Singapore’s parks of yore