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Red Fort Center Visitor Orientation

SIDDHARTH BATHLA Visitor Orientation Cultural Heritage Monday, 9 November 2026

Red Fort Center

Red Fort Center is a visitor center located within the Red Fort in Delhi, a World Heritage Site. The project is an adaptive reuse of colonial barracks that had remained unused for many years. Conservation work relied on local materials, including lime, brick dust, jute and Badarpur sand, with custom bricks matching the original dimensions. Red sandstone from the mines that supplied the fort covers the floors. Spread across 20,000 square feet on two levels, the center provides ticketing, public amenities and curated galleries that present the history of the fort.

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History Flows as One Textbook

Mirae-N Design Team Textbook Education Sunday, 8 November 2026

History Flows as One

History Flows As One is a high school Korean history textbook. The design is divided into two books, the first showing daily life in the past and the second showing the present. Each cover presents a figure from a different era walking toward the other, while a dog links the two scenes. Placed side by side, the two covers form one complete illustration. Parts of the artwork are finished with gilding. Each book measures 220 by 280 by 6 millimeters. The intent is to present history as one continuous story.

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Bishan Bookstore

Zhao Yunhai Bookstore Cultural Heritage Saturday, 7 November 2026

Bishan

Bishan is a bookstore set inside a former ancestral hall in Bishan Village, Yi County, Anhui. The hall, a Wang family shrine, was built more than 230 years ago during the Qing Dynasty. The project covers 420 square meters and adapts a protected historic building to present-day cultural use. Natural materials such as wood, bamboo and stone shape the interior, while the bookcase wall is finished in white rammed earth. Cement board supports the bookcase wall and limits damage caused by ground moisture. The form of the bookcase wall recalls painted screens and frames a central reading area.

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Year of The Snake Red Packets

Frankie Leung Red Packets Giftware Friday, 6 November 2026

Year of The Snake

Shedding the literal skin of zodiac iconography, this red packet series for the Year of the Snake is a reinterpretation. Across 16 packets and 4 visual themes, the serpent's essence is conveyed: fluid grace intertwined with enduring floral motifs. Drawing inspiration from the ouroboros symbol, the designs subtly reference cycles of repetition and renewal. The subtle acknowledgement of the Year of the Snake allows for the packets' use beyond the new year. The narratives embedded within each design add a layer of depth and intrigue to the collection.

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Sustenta Bathroom Toilet

Helvex S.A. de C.V. - Manuel Martínez Bathroom Toilet Sustainable Product Thursday, 5 November 2026

Sustenta

Sustenta is a 2 piece toilet that aims to redefine eco-consciousness. It sets a new standard in water conservation by using 2.5 liters (0.66 gallons) per flush, which is lower than the actual ecologic toilets that range from 3.5L to 4.8L. This represents a reduction of up to 60 percent in water usage, marking a viable option for day a day sustainability. Recognizing the importance of water conservation and toilet functionality, Sustenta delivers a new toilet experience that also contributes to the preservation of one of the planet's key resource.

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Vadnagar Museum

SIDDHARTH BATHLA Museum Cultural Heritage Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Vadnagar

Vadnagar is an archaeological experiential museum in Vadnagar, India. The museum stands beside an excavation site and presents more than 2,500 years of local history. Nine galleries, among them City, Belief and Lifestyle, use scenography, installations, audiovisual shows and interactive stations to make archaeology accessible. Rammed earth, mud and stone recall the excavation layers and shape walls, furniture and displays. Locally sourced materials and local artisans were used. The design presents the city itself as living heritage.

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Designer of the Day

Designer of the DaySpecial CoverageMonday, 2 November 2026

World's Best Designers, Artists and Architects.

Good design deserves great recognition. Everyday, we are pleased to feature amazing designers who create original and innovative designs, amazing architecture, stylish fashion and creative graphics. Today, we are presenting you one of the World’s greatest designers. Check out an award-winning design portfolio today.

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