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Blockazo Chocolate Bar for Sharing

Guillermo Dufranc Chocolate Bar for Sharing Culinary Art Monday, 2 November 2026

Blockazo

Blockazo is a one kilogram chocolate bar designed for sharing. The large bar is broken into big chunks before eating, so that several people can serve themselves. The design takes inspiration from the construction industry and from concrete, because the bar is like a building that must be demolished before it can be consumed. The surface is divided into rhomboid shapes that guide the breaking. The bar is made of chocolate with peanuts. The packaging is made of a flexible mix of polypropylene and polyethylene.

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2 in 1 Water Purifier and Faucet

Truliva Design Water Purifier and Faucet Kitchen Furniture Sunday, 1 November 2026

2 in 1

2 in 1 is a water purifier with an integrated faucet designed for home kitchens. The unit combines purified drinking water and hygienic cleaning water in one product. Advanced filtration and micro bubble cleaning technologies treat the water, while an ultraviolet sterilization light inside the faucet limits bacterial growth. The two handles are marked in different colours so the functions stay easy to tell apart. A full screen display shows water quality, filter service life and sterilization status. The shell is injection moulded and the faucet is made of metal.

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Whale Series Antibacterial Antirust Knife Set

Shenzhen OOU Smart Healthy Home Co., Ltd Antibacterial Antirust Knife Set Kitchenware Saturday, 31 October 2026

Whale Series

Whale Series is a kitchen knife set designed for home food preparation. The set includes a bone chopper, a kitchen knife, a chef knife, a fruit knife, kitchen scissors, a knife sharpener and a detachable knife holder. The blades are made of high-strength steel and treated with an oxidation layer for rust resistance and a silver-ion layer for antibacterial protection. A 15 degree bevel edge keeps the blades sharp. The handles follow the shape of a whale and carry textures that guide the grip. The holder can be taken apart for easy cleaning and storage.

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Cali Drinking Glass

Florian Seidl Drinking Glass Kitchenware Friday, 30 October 2026

Cali

The Cali glassware series, a creation by Officina Endorfino, blends personality with functionality. Its stackable design not only extends the product line but also subtly evokes the elegance of a chalice. The series features three distinct sizes, all crafted from borosilicate glass. This material allows for various color combinations and its unique properties create captivating reflections, playing with perceptions of volume, weight, and gravity. Additionally, the product packaging is made from recycled cardboard.

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Vapora Microwave Steamer

Nam Soojung Microwave Steamer Kitchenware Thursday, 29 October 2026

Vapora

Vapora is a microwave steamer designed for faster and healthier cooking. The steamer combines gentle steam with grill like dry heat. The body and vented lid are made of heat resistant food grade platinum silicone, and the vents regulate internal pressure for even steam circulation. An elevated tray of syndiotactic polystyrene absorbs microwave energy and transfers heat to the food from below, improving texture while keeping ingredients moist. Excess water and fat drain away for lighter meals. Vapora is easy to use, clean and store.

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Estrella Barware Series

Sisecam Barware Series Kitchenware Wednesday, 28 October 2026

Estrella

Estrella is a barware series made of automated pressed soda-lime glass. The collection has 11 pieces, including glasses for whiskey, shots, wine, martinis, coupes, cocktails, long drinks and water. The design draws on kaleidoscopic star motifs, and the name Estrella means star in Spanish. Light bends and refracts across the patterned surfaces. The star decorations also create a non-slip surface that is easy to grip. The production method gives the series the strength needed for frequent washing in bars and restaurants, as well as for use at home.

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Design Interview of the Day

Design Interview of the DaySpecial CoverageMonday, 26 October 2026

Design Interview of the Day

Read the latest interviews and conversations on design, creativity and innovation between design journalists and world-famous designers, artists and architects. See the latest design projects and award-winning designs by famous designers, artists, architects and innovators. Discover new insights on creativity, innovation, arts, design and architecture. Learn about the design processes of great designers.

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