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Designer: MHI Thermal Systems, Ltd. Work: Residential Air to Water Heat Pump Tag: HVAC Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Hydrolution EZY Series

The unit is a residential air to water heat pump that provides heating, cooling, and domestic hot water with excellent environmental performance using natural refrigerant R290. The unit has a jet black body with a silver accent, harmonizing with both traditional European buildings and modern architecture. The fan guard on the left side has a textured surface, while the right side has a smooth flat panel. It can supply hot water at 75 degrees Celsius even at -25 degrees Celsius, ensuring reliable year-round comfort.

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Designer: Kerim Korkmaz Work: Cookware Set Tag: Kitchenware Published: Monday, 2 November 2026

Lena

Lena is an eight-piece cookware set designed for home cooking. The set includes pots of 18, 20 and 26 centimetres, a 26 centimetre pan and matching lids. Each lid holds a stainless steel strip with holes of different sizes, so food can be strained without extra tools. The lid can be rotated to close the perforated sections and keep steam inside the body. The body and the lids have rounded contours and a scratch-resistant ceramic coating that is easy to clean. Heat-resistant Bakelite handles provide a comfortable grip.

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Designer: Takumi Takahashi Work: Monument Tag: Fine Art Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026

Life Science Code

This monument expresses the memory of Life Science based on the genome sequence of DNA, the foundation of Life Science. Genome is the memory of life from its origins to the present, and the monument incorporates natural objects that have nurtured people, and craftsmanship passed down through the ages in Japan, as traces of life. Touching upon the origins that people have accumulated, the monument embodies the mysteries of life science revealed through human memories.

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Designer: Yuchang Cao Work: Multifunctional Robot Tag: Robotics Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026

Magicbot Z1

Magicbot Z1 is a humanoid robot designed for dance, artistic performance and technical development. High-torque joint modules and a metal structure support precise choreography. A modular forearm system allows the robot to be adapted to different tasks and environments. A sensor suite supports human interaction and research work. Exterior parts are made by precision metal die-casting and CNC machining, then sandblasted and anodized for scratch resistance. The robot is shipped folded in a case and is controlled through a mobile application.

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Designer: Florian Seidl Work: Drinking Glass Tag: Kitchenware Published: 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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Designer: Long Zhang Work: Shoes Tag: Footwear Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026

160X 6 Pro

The 160X 6.0 Pro is a running shoe developed for marathon races. The shoe weighs 171 grams, which reduces the load carried by runners over long distances. A lightweight carbon plate combines polyimide fibers with eight layers of carbon fiber. A split toe design and a raised arch contour add forefoot flexibility and propulsion, while an inwardly curved sidewall improves stability upon landing. The midsole is made with Xtep Ace technology and foam injection molding, and the outsole uses CPU material. The jacquard upper is breathable and wraps the foot.

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Design Interview of the DaySpecial CoverageTuesday, 27 October 2026

Design Interview of the Day

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