Latest articles by Jonathan Bell
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Volvo’s quest for safety has resulted in this new, ultra-legible in-car typeface, Volvo Centum
Dalton Maag designs a new sans serif typeface for the Swedish carmaker, Volvo Centum, building on the brand’s strong safety ethos
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The Bombardier Global 8000 flies faster and higher to make the most of your time in the air
A wellness machine with wings: Bombardier’s new Global 8000 isn’t quite a spa in the sky, but the Canadian manufacturer reckons its flagship business jet will give your health a boost
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A former fisherman’s cottage in Brittany is transformed by a new timber extension
Paris-based architects A-platz have woven new elements into the stone fabric of this traditional Breton cottage
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New tech dedicated to home health, personal wellness and mapping your metrics
We round up the latest offerings in the smart health scene, from trackers for every conceivable metric from sugar to sleep, through to therapeutic furniture and ultra intelligent toothbrushes
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Vigilante’s 1979 Jeep Wagoneer features luxury trim, modern muscle and elevated styling
Texan restomod master Vigilante has created a new take on the classic Jeep Wagoneer, transforming the 1970s family SUV into a sleek, architectural powerhouse
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Gorden Wagener leaves the helm of Mercedes-Benz design after 28 years with the company
The German designer is stepping down from the role of chief design officer at Mercedes-Benz. We look back at his influence and impact on the world of automotive and luxury design
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Three new smartwatches showcase new frontiers in affordable timepiece design
Long may you run: smartwatches from Withit, Kospet and OnePlus favour function and value above all else, demonstrating just how much the smartwatch has evolved in recent years
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Pentagram’s identity for eVTOL brand Vertical Aerospace gives its future added lift
As Vertical Aerospace reveals Valo, a new air taxi for a faster, zero-emission future, the brand has turned to Pentagram to help shape its image for future customers
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Forget smart homes, Doma's 'intelligent' doors open at the sight of a familiar face
Yves Béhar and Jason Johnson have founded Doma, a tech start-up dedicated to seamlessly integrating tech into your daily life
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Seven covetable accessories designed to improve your Apple experience
We present a clutch of cultured accessories for all things Apple, from chargers to cases, straps and keyboard covers
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A tale of two Audis: the A5 saloon goes up against the A6 Avant e-tron
Is the sun setting on Audi’s ICE era, or does the company’s e-tron technology still need to improve?
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A music player for the mindful, Sleevenote shuns streaming in favour of focused listening
Devised by musician Tom Vek, Sleevenote is a new music player that places artist intent and the lost art of record collecting at the forefront of the experience
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Rent this dream desert house in Joshua Tree shaped by an LA-based artist and musician
Casamia is a modern pavilion on a desert site in California, designed by the motion graphic artist Giancarlo Rondani
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A former agricultural building is transformed into a minimal rural home by Bindloss Dawes
Zero-carbon design meets adaptive re-use in the Tractor Shed, a stripped-back house in a country village by Somerset architects Bindloss Dawes
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The Maybach Ocean Club is a floating members’ club for the super-rich
Mercedes-Benz Design has announced the upcoming Maybach Ocean Club, a ship-based enclave inspired by automotive luxury
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RIBA House of the Year 2025 is a ‘rare mixture of sensitivity and boldness’
Topping the list of seven shortlisted homes, Izat Arundell’s Hebridean self-build – named Caochan na Creige – is announced as the RIBA House of the Year 2025
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Wallpaper* Design Awards 2026: Life-enhancer of the year shortlist
Discover the shortlist for Life-Enhancer of the Year in the Wallpaper* Design Awards 2026, from an innovative night light to a blueprint for play
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Aesthetics and acoustics come together in the Braque speakers from Nocs Design
The Braque speakers bring the art of noise, sitting atop a brushed steel cube that wouldn’t look out of place in a contemporary gallery
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Inspired by a pebble, the stylish new Alma charger provides pocketable convenience
What if technology could quietly allay anxiety and not cause it? That’s the pitch behind new luxury accessories company Addition, starting with its new Alma wireless charger
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Irys is an app designed by photographers for photographers. We take it for a test run
Irys celebrates the art and quality of photography, along with the joy of discovery. We discuss the nature of online creativity and the artlessness of social media with founder Alan Schaller
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The ring’s the thing as Pebble launches a discreet device for memo-taking, Index Ring 01
A tiny device with a singular purpose but limitless applications, the Pebble Index 01 is a customisable smart ring for turning mental notes into text
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Tech gift ideas: Wallpaper’s Jonathan Bell lists 12 devices to desire this festive season
Technology editor Jonathan Bell delves into the best new releases and most giftable gadgets from 2025, offering up personal favourites as well as a few big hints
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Blue skies beckon for the magnificent multi-functional Citroën ELO concept
Featuring an ingenious interior and new materials, Citroën’s conceptual collaboration with Decathlon and Goodyear has create a true automotive all-rounder
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A new bungalow in Ljubljana is infused with the spirit of place
A bungalow set in the pioneering low-rise eco development of Murgle, the House under the Poplars trades grand architectural gestures for quiet innovation
