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The article presents information on the furniture and decor that French designer Pierre Paulin created in the 1960s for a part of the French President's residence, the Palais de l'Élysée. Topics include a description of the way Paulin designed this space, details on the structure of the ceiling and of the base of chairs and tables, and information on the exhibition "Pierre Paulin, le design au pouvoir," held through July 27, 2011 in Paris, France.

The article offers brief information on art objects designed to suggest the idea of Spring or contain plants which include a rug designed by Tord Boontje, a vase by Claydies, and an herb box by Officeoriginair.

The article presents information on several art objects created by designer Ettore Sottsass. Sottsass died on December 31, 2007, according to the article, and his home decor objects from the end of the 20th century are still considered very modern. The objects mentioned include a champagne bucket, a dish, and ceramic totems.

The article presents information on six design objects including a washing-machine from Electrolux, a lamp by designer Tom Dixon for Eurolounge, and a table by designer Richard Shed for Thorsten Van Elten.

The article reviews the international interior design festival Design Parade, which featured the work of designers Mathieu Peyroulet Ghilini, Julie Richoz and Aldo Bakker, held at the center Villa Noailles in the park Parc Saint-Bernard in Hyères, France, through September 29, 2013,

The article presents information on the work of Dutch designer Wieki Somers. Particular focus is given to her series of seven floor lamps inspired from Samurai flags from the 16th century, mixing handicraft and advanced technology. Details on her exhibiting her work at the Kreo gallery in Paris, France, through September 21, 2013 are included.

The article offers information on three unusual designers' objects which are the bird-cage/aquarium "Duplex" designed Constance Guisset, a totem titled "Totem Chou-Chou" designed by the group of artists Numéro 111, and the stool/mattress "Téo de 2 à 3" designed by Matali Crasset.

The article presents information on the including of live cells in design objects, on the occasion of the exhibition "En vie - Aux frontières du design," held through September 1, 2013 in Paris, France. Textile designer Carole Collet's vision on the possible use of nature to reach sustainable production systems is discussed. The question of biomimetics is addressed.

The article discusses the creation of Wikicell, edible food packaging created by David Edwards.

The article focuses on the Dutch designer Bart Hess. The article discusses Hess' studies at the Design Academy, in Eindhoven, Netherlands, the use of 3D images in his art, and his collaboration with the artist Lucy McRae. A exhibition of his works is held at the Gaîté lyrique, in Paris, France, from February 13 to April 7, 2013.

The article presents a profile of French designer Mathieu Lehanneur, his work with the palliative care unit at Diaconesses Croix Saint-Simon hospital in Paris, France, and his window design allowing patients to see the sky.

The article previews an exhibition dedicated to Afghan designer Massoud Hassani at the design-art gallery SlottLab in Paris, France, from January 30 to February 23, 2013 which will feature some of his "Mine Kafon" prototypes, which are cylindrical systems used to disable land mines.

The article discusses French designer Matali Crasset, who created a new line of furniture and lighting called Émulsion for the Lycée Germaine Tillion hotel school in Sain-Bel, France. Topics mentioned include the use of natural forms, the choice of neon fixtures for lighting, and Crasset's architectural projects.

The article presents a profile of French industrial designer Guillaume Bardet, who designed one object a day from 2009 to 2010. Topics mentioned include his experience as a resident artist at the Villa Médicis, the types of items he designed such as teacups, and the methods of manufacture used to create the final designs.

The article discusses the exhibition "Good Design Award: Le meilleur du design japonais," held in October 2011, at the Uah store, in Paris, France, which features different objects created by Japanese designers, such as Kenji Ekuan, and Sori Yanagi.

The article reviews an exhibition featuring works by the Brazilian designers Fernando Campana and Umberto Campana, on view at the Vitra Design Museum in Weil-am-Rhein, Germany until February 23, 2010.

The article reviews the exhibition "Les années Staudenmeyer: Vingt-cinq ans de design en France" at the Passage de Retz in Paris, France from December 3, 2009 to January 15, 2010.

The article discusses "Design Parade", the art festival for young architect designers in Hyeres, France until September 20, 2009.

The article presents artistic accessories inspired by zoo animals that can be used in interior design.

The article presents information on the work of French gallery owner François Laffanour, specialized in furniture designed by architects from the 20th century. Topics include the beginning of his career, his personality, and his opening of a new gallery in 2008. Architects Carlo Mollino, Pierre Jeanneret and George Nakashima are mentioned.

The article evaluates several decoration objects designed by renowned creators including crystal glasses by Stéphanie Balini, a chandelier by Mario Minale and Kuniko Maeda, and a chair by Marc Newson.