Handmade rugs by Makeda

Himal by Makeda

Swedish brand Makeda's rugs are each handmade in Kathmandu, and use wools and dyes that develop a patina over time.

The Great Gatsby: VM influence

Brooks Brothers, Los Angeles

The fantasical narrative and all-round spectacle of Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby provides bundles of visual inspiration for retailers this month, particularly luxury stores. The glitzy film sets are referenced in VM with geometric Art Deco motifs and 1920s-inspired props.

Archaïc Future at Designers Days

Autarchy bowl set by Formafantasma

Journalist and sociologist Yves Mirande curated an exhibition called Archaïc Future at this year's edition of Designers Days in Paris.

Whether in Italy, Iceland, Holland, Brazil or Portugal, designers throughout the world are drawing much inspiration from primitive forms and materials. The aim of the exhibition is to show that there is a possibility of going back to natural materials without breaking away from the digital and technological world we live in.

Lato B by Teste di Legno: reworking Ikea

The Lato B collection by Italian design studio Teste di Legno comprises a kitchen, a cabinet, a lamp and a shelving unit. Each piece is entirely made of Ikea pieces, which have been assembled to create new compositions.

Habitat Vintage opens in Paris

On the eve of its 50th anniversary, Habitat is to open a new vintage space in one of Paris' most renowned flea markets. Launching tomorrow, Habitat 1964 will allow vintage lovers and younger generations to discover or rediscover the accessories and furniture that have shaped the brand over the last few decades.

Summertime in Milan: B&B Outdoor and Spotti Edizioni

Spotti is celebrating the upcoming summer with a showcase of B&B Italia and Spotti Edizioni products in its Milan showroom. Called À La Plage!, the project is inspired by seaside living, with a set-up by Studiopepe.

The Arthur Slenk Collection by NLXL

Dutch wallpaper brand NLXL has launched a new range developed from a seven-year sheet music collage project by artist Arthur Slenk.

Autumn furniture by SCP

Woodgate three seat sofa by Terence Woodgate for SCP

British design retailer SCP has announced its Autumn 2013 collection, which includes updated versions of furniture designed by Terence Woodgate for SCP, alongside products made by HAY, Arco, Normann Copenhagen and Tolix.

Cross Roads: cross cultural creations

Curated by Italian architect Simone Micheli, this exhibition paired handmade home fabrics by Muya Ethiopia with bone china tableware and woven chairs by Italian brand Schönhuber Franchi.

Blown glass lighting by Wonderglass

Flow [T] by Nao Tamura for Wonderglass

New glass brand Wonderglass presented designs by Zaha Hadid, Jaime Hayon, Nendo and Nao Tamura at Milan Design Week this year.

Trend ranges by Wilkinson

Wilde range by Wilkinson

British retailer Wilkinson has launched collections based on five main themes this season, including retro woodlands, East meets West, and dark opulence.

The Future Perfect Collection

The Linden Chandelier by Charles de Lisle for The Future Perfect Collection

US design store The Future Perfect launched a collection of private label furniture and lighting by Lindsey Adelman, Charles de Lisle, Russell Pinch and Jason Miller at ICFF last month.