Ellie Goodman

As we approach a new climate era, with extreme rainfall and its consequences becoming increasingly concerning, two installations aim to provoke conversation and education around the realities of living with and building during a climate emergency.

Created by global design firm Ogilvy in partnership with Colombian water treatment specialists Filsa, the small but powerful Filter Cap has the ability to turn any water bottle into a handheld filtration system. The innovation has the potential to drastically reduce water scarcity worldwide – an issue currently affecting over two billion people ( United Nations, 2024).

Inspired by the lived experience of people with mobility disabilities, the Ida is intended to integrate seamlessly into the lives of walking stick users. With innovative modular design and magnetic attachments, it offers a simple solution to the pitfalls of standardised mobility aids.

Positioned as both a luxury fitness recovery tool and premium health-boosting experience, the Ice Bath, by exclusive US social wellness club Remedy Place, offers spa-inspired aesthetics and high-spec features – taking at-home self-care to new heights.

This year’s landmark 10th edition of Dubai Design Week (November 5-10) saw an international line-up of more than 500 designers and studios descend on the city to showcase innovative and inspiring work. From architectural installations celebrating Indigenous crafts and future-facing material innovations to a new design fair uplifting regional talent, we look at the highlights.

German luggage company Rimowa has joined forces with American fashion designer Rick Owens to create a limited-edition run of its Original Cabin suitcases. Launching on January 30, the collection features Rimowa’s first fully leather interior.

Conceptualised by London-based agency Layer, the Personal Intelligence Assistant (PiA) comprises a trio of integrated devices intended to elevate and enhance daily life. Providing real-time personalised feedback based on environmental and biometric data, it hopes to redefine the role of artificial intelligence (AI) from that of a tool to a trusted companion.

Constructed from naturally derived abundant materials, Pyri is a low-cost, maintenance-free alternative to conventional wildfire detection systems. Designed to assist remote, unprepared and vulnerable communities, the innovation presents a scalable solution for detecting and preventing the spread of wildfires.

The collection – which includes tabletop, home fragrance and soft furnishing products inspired by rising Pinterest searches by over 12 million UK users – manifests in three distinct aesthetic trends:

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