Jonathan Bell
Jonathan Bell has written for Wallpaper* magazine since 1999, covering everything from architecture and transport design to books, tech and graphic design. He is now the magazine’s Transport and Technology Editor. Jonathan has written and edited 15 books, including Concept Car Design, 21st Century House, and The New Modern House. He is also the host of Wallpaper’s first podcast.
Latest articles by Jonathan Bell
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New Motorola Signature kicks the old-school phone brand into the premium leagueA new flagship phone from Motorola brings polychromy, power, big-screen action and even club membership
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Genesis has updated its all-electric GV60. We take the Performance model for a spinThe Genesis GV60 Performance is a fast-paced, finely balanced EV. Is it a genuine sports machine or just a swift but premium ride?
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Ruark Audio reveals the R810 MiE Radiogram – furniture has never sounded so goodRuark is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a highly crafted version of its elegant R810 Radiogram, the Made in England edition, created in collaboration with Storm Furniture
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The new Donkervoort P24 RS is a Dutch delight, a lightweight two-seater for driving puristsDonkervoort makes extraordinary cars for eager drivers. The new limited edition P24 RS is no different, blending carbon fibre with a host of performance-specific options
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Our highlights from NAMM 2026, America’s biggest music tech trade showNAMM 2026 offered up all sorts of audio innovation, from boutique electronics manufacturers to the big names in music tech. We’ve assembled a studio’s worth of new gear to explore
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Our three 'houses of year' share an important materialIn the Wallpaper* Design Awards 2026, we highlight earth architecture as our 'Best Use of Material'. These three houses provide important case studies in using the ancient, and yet surprisingly progressive, building technique
By Ellie Stathaki Published
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This Washington State home cements an extended family’s connection to the Pacific NorthwestMent Architecture designed Heritage House for a partner’s parents, making the most of a spectacular site and a strong connection between family and place
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The limited-edition Bertone Runabout brings a historic automotive concept to lifeBertone brings bespoke to another level with the new Runabout, a Barchetta and Targa sportscar for two
By Jonathan Bell Published
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This piece of Porsche restomod magic from Singer Vehicle Design is utterly bewitchingSorcerer is a Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer – DLS Turbo, a bespoke design that mixes 1970s high-speed style with modern technology
By Jonathan Bell Published
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What happens next in domestic architecture? New book Future Homes points the way forwardEllie Stathaki’s new monograph, ‘Future Homes: Domestic Architecture in a Changing World’, tackles the constantly shifting demands on home design without avoiding the realm of aesthetics and technology
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The new Volvo EX60 is a long-range EV with style, concert-grade audio and engaging chatVolvo wants to set new standards for range and tech in electric family cars with its new EX60 and EX60 Cross Country
By Jonathan Bell Published
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‘Twingomania’ infuses six new electric mobility solutionsTheArsenale and Renault present bespoke modes of transport, taking the Renault Twingo E-Tech aesthetic even further into the realm of personal mobility, on land and sea
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The distinctive new Strada headphones from Meze Audio are hand-crafted for audio loversThese over ear dynamic wired headphones from Meze Audio bring titanium, leather and Macassar wood to the audio experience
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Maserati can make amazing cars, so why doesn’t the Grecale Folgore feel like a step forward?The first electric Maserati SUV is un po' di tutto, failing to strike a decisive blow for electrified Italian luxury
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The mighty new Akai Professional MPC XL is a pro-grade music studio in a boxPacking 40 years of music tech experience into a single all-singing device, the MPC XL is Akai’s new flagship studio tool
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Smart scales up into the big leagues with its all-wheel-drive electric #5Can the Smart #5 channel the qualities that built the brand’s name in Europe?
By Jonathan Bell Published
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‘The Iconic Nordic House’ explores the art, craft and influence of the region’s best residencesA new book of Nordic homes brings together landmark 20th-century residential architecture with stunning contemporary works; flick through this new tome from Bradbury and Powers
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A bespoke studio space makes for a perfect architectural showcase in HampshireWinchester-based architects McLean Quinlan believe their new finely crafted bespoke studio provides the ultimate demonstration of their approach to design
By Jonathan Bell Published
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High in the Giant Mountains, this new chalet by edit! architects is perfect for snowy sojournsIn the Czech Republic, Na Kukačkách is an elegant upgrade of the region's traditional chalet typology
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A quartet of sleek new travel trailers accelerate the caravan’s cultural rehabilitationAirstream, Evotrex, AC Future and Honda put forward their visions for off-grid living and lightweight RV design
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Apple unveils Creator Studio, a new subscription service for its top-tier creative appsApple Creator Studio brings together Logic Pro, Final Cut Pro and a host of other pro-grade creative apps, as well as a new level of AI-assisted content search
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Jan Staller’s Manhattan Project is an abstracted chronicle of a city under constructionThe photographer Jan Staller shows another side of New York’s relentless change with this portfolio of dynamic, sculptural images
By Jonathan Bell Published
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We delve behind the design of Citroën’s eccentric ELO concept carThe Citroën ELO brings sportswear-infused materials into a multifunctional automotive interior. The concept car’s design team talk us through the project
By Jonathan Bell Published
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We gaze into our crystal ball to predict the tech hits (and misses) of 2026The shape of things to come: seven technologies that will define the year ahead, from robotics, AI, aviation and more
By Jonathan Bell Published
