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Designers are rediscovering the hidden depths of the humblest wood
Heritage skills lost with the decline of heavy industry are being adapted in contemporary design
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A celebration of the French capital in this landmark Olympic year
The Japanese movement prompted waves of admiration for affordable, everyday ‘folk craft’
She uses algae, cocoon protein and more to make ethereal yet practical substances
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The founder of the cult cocktail bar loves ice cream, a 9in point collar and running along the Seine
Designer Laura Gonzalez shares her secret book of markets and galleries
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Glasgow duo Timorous Beasties use the genteel French textile to depict urban poverty, raw nature and far-fetched fables
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The Memphis Group luminary gets a showing at the event in Maastricht
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A trove of antique finds has inspired an exquisite collection
A market is growing for pieces by Alessandro Mendini, Paolo Pallucco and more that were once considered kitsch or messy
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