Latest articles by Jonathan Bell
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The past, present and future of Zeekr, a young carmaker with a wealth of experienceZeekr’s VP of Design Stefan Sielaff discusses the Chinese brand’s approach to luxury, technology and finding its way in new markets
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Just north of Milan, a hymn to 1970s Italian brutalism is new to the marketMaster of Italian brutalism, Francesco Castiglioni, designed this concrete family villa in Cusano Milanino in the 1970s; now it’s for sale for the first time
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The Oneisall Ease S1 brings home automation to cat ownership. Does it pass muster?If you share a small space with a cat, consider the new Oneisall Ease S1 automatic litter box, an automated solution to the picky issue of litter
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Infiniti launches the QX65, a sporting crossover with a coupé spiritTaisuke Nakamura, the company’s global head of design, discusses the style and ethos of the new Infiniti QX65
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Two new entrants to the world of electric motorbikes bring power and practicalityThe LUV1 from ANY and the Blacksheep One are new electric motorbikes shaped by new thinking about tech, packaging and meticulous manufacturing
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The Autoforma Audi TTS Restomod is a modern classic reborn, right down to the stitchingDutch bespoke car studio Autoforma has created a one-off Audi TTS that pays homage to the original 1995 TT Concept
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New over-ear headphone designs that splice sonic excellence with wellness featuresOver-ear headphones can offer a truly immersive experience. Whether wired or wireless, retro or modern, these six suggestions cover a wide range of prices and added functions
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The Wrensilva Studio record console is a compact, highly crafted turntable and speaker comboDesigned to bring the Wrensilva audio-visual aesthetic into any home, the new Studio console packs a high-spec record deck and speakers into an elegant form factor
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Jimi Hendrix’s sonic legacy is celebrated in this new collection from MarshallSix decades after the guitarist first fired up his Marshall stack, the UK-based amplification specialist has teamed up with the Hendrix estate to create a psychedelic suite of products
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A new letterpress workshop in Chicago reflects the handmade nature of the printing itselfDouble Trip Press has a new space for its traditional letterpress works, courtesy of Lieu architectural studio
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Halcyon’s electrified remaster of a 1970s Rolls-Royce offers style, serenity and paceWith its Highland Heather model and new Rose and Scroll commission, Halcyon is a restomod carmaker with designs on the iconic Rolls-Royce Corniche
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Seven simple smartphones that do things differentlyFrom modern takes on the classic Blackberry to devices designed to banish distraction, there are more leftfield smartphone makers than ever. Here is a series of devices that are built to be different
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The Fiat Grande Panda harks back to the splendid 80s heyday of the hatchbackWith the Grande Panda, Fiat is rediscovering its small car mojo, downsizing and simplifying without dismissing the importance of surprise and delight
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São Paulo's newest mixed-use tower features a dynamic, pixelated façadeSão Paulo’s Pinheiros neighbourhood has a new landmark, courtesy Brazilian architects FGMF. Take a look inside
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A new loft apartment in Toronto threads function through a historic industrial spaceSUSA Space unwraps the Candy Loft, an elegant new apartment that draws on local history and careful use of space
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Go floral and bold with this new range of phone cases and more from MarimekkoMarimekko has teamed up with Casetify to bring its signature prints and patterns to your pocketable devices
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‘Beat Gems’ is a new book about the cultural impact and evolution of the drum machineNew from Bjooks, ‘Beat Gems’ delves into the sounds, shapes and distinctive timbres of more than 60 iconic and cult examples of the modern drum machine
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New reMarkable Paper Pure is an e-ink tablet for fans of light-touch technologyNorwegian tech firm reMarkable fills out its third-generation series of tablets with the entry-level Paper Pure, a black and white e-ink tablet that offers style and simplicity
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With the Aston Martin DB12 S, a new flagship Super Tourer is bornAston Martin ekes more power and drama out of its iconic DB12 with the new ‘S’ variant. We take it on a tour through the narrow roads of Provence
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Expand your music making options with this selection of playful audio toolsNine new audio tools encourage a more intuitive, fluid approach to making music, with compact synths, chord machines, samplers and more
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Pablo Pita transforms a forgotten Portuguese ruin into a private retreat with far-reaching viewsThis elegant country retreat in the Douro region began life as an olive press. Now it’s now a serene residence that brings rough materiality to its a simple plan
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GoPro wants to get back in on the action with its new pro-level Mission 1 cinema camerasThe GoPro Mission 1 series of ultra-compact action cameras is designed to offer cinema-grade footage without compromise, undercutting the scale and price of pro-grade gear
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Pavilions, installations and activations: auto makers maintain a high profile at Milan Design WeekFor many manufacturers, Milan Design Week has been slowly transforming into a mobility exhibition. 2026 was no exception, as Range Rover, Audi, Lexus, Mini, Škoda and more chose the event to make their own mark
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High-tech materials, pure aerodynamics and bold graphics align in the Ferrari HypersailPrototype monohulls represent the extremes of ocean-going performance. The Ferrari Hypersail is the Maranello manufacturer’s challenger, complete with supercar-inspired graphics and details
