Grace Lennon

Rainbows in Design: Lois O'Hara
During the past year, and especially in the time of COVID-19, rainbows provide much-needed escapism, inspiring happiness, joy and hope. As a result, rainbows are increasingly being incorporated into architecture and design across the globe. Lois O’Hara’s vibrant, colorful installations represents this trend to a T, and comprises mural painting, design and art direction.

Rainbows in Design: Zhongshuge Bookstore
Incorporating our love of rainbows into architecture and interior design is fairly new. Over the past year, and especially in the current time of COVID-19, rainbows provide much needed escapism, inspiring happiness, joy, and hope

Rainbows in Design: Ascend with Pride
Over the past year, and especially in the time of COVID-19, rainbows inspire happiness, joy and hope. Graphic designer Fallon Kesicier installed New York’s “largest Pride flag” on the steps of the Louis Kahn-designed Four Freedoms State Park to celebrate Pride Month.

Playtime Trend in Focus: Kaikaya
Dunn-Edward’s 2020 Design Trend Playtime captures the enjoyment and immersion in the experience of NOW. This trend can be seen throughout Kaikaya, a tropical sushi restaurant with bold colors and an eclectic style.

Vegitecture: Vertical Farming in Today's Cities
The idea is not so far-fetched — a growing number of cities are adopting “Vegitecture,” or vertical gardens, to add a touch of green to their atmospheres.

Hotel in Focus: Viceroy Los Cabos
Dunn-Edward’s 2020 Design Trend Co-Habitants captures the enthusiasm and optimism of a new decade, boasting artisan, vernacular themes. The essence of this trend is abundant through the Viceroy Los Cabos, an incredible beach-front hotel facing the Sea of Cortez.

Playtime Trend in Focus: TTC Elite Saigon Kindergarten
Dunn-Edward’s 2020 Design Trend Playtime captures the enjoyment and immersion in the experience of NOW. This trend is well represented in TTC Elite Saigon Kindergarten, by Kientruc O architects, with its whimsical facade decorated with colorful patterns and irregularly shaped windows.

Art in the Time of COVID-19
Artists around the world have found creative ways to offer hope amid the COVID-19 crisis, keeping people connected during a pandemic that keeps us apart.

Color of the Year Focus: Sumiyoshido Kampo Lounge
Japanese design office id has skillfully incorporated Minty Fresh into Sumiyoshido Kampo Lounge, creating a simple and elegant clinic for acupuncture and moxibustion.

2020 Design Trends: Restaurant Architecture
As we begin this New Year, we focus on the exciting shifts happening in restaurant architecture. Taking cues from a wide range of sources — from minimalism and material, to color and symbolism — the trends are ushering in the next decade of design excellence!