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Designer: Hdl Automation Co., Ltd. Work: Control Terminal Classification: Consumer Electronics Date: Wednesday, 9 September 2026

Eave

Eave is a smart control panel for home automation. The design is inspired by the landscape of Jiangnan water towns, with horizontal eave lines and a vertical pattern that suggests flowing water. The body is made of 6063 aluminium alloy for corrosion and scratch resistance. The button cover has a sandblasted anodised finish with a stone-like texture, and the knob is mirror polished. Control is possible by knob, button or mobile application. The knob indicator shows the working status through light effects. An elderly care mode sends sleep status and fall alerts to caregivers.

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Designer: Daniel Mato Work: Pendant Light Classification: Lighting Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026

Aloura

Aloura is a pendant light designed for hotel interiors, loft spaces and other large rooms. The sculptural form gives the lamp a strong presence, and the appearance changes as the light is viewed from different angles. The structure combines a 3D-printed core with anodised aluminium tubes, which keeps the composition light in weight. A replaceable E27 bulb sits inside a frosted glass inner shade. Three diameters and three colours are offered, and the parametric design allows other sizes. The lamp is shipped partly assembled in one compact box.

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Designer: Victor Leite Work: Armchair Classification: Furniture Date: Monday, 7 September 2026

Flora

Flora is an armchair designed for free and informal rest. The continuous curved form removes the boundaries between seat, backrest and arms, inspired by the opening of a flower bud. The asymmetrical shell allows sitting, leaning or lying in several positions, without mechanisms or adjustments. The base is made of solid tauari wood and the shell of pressed curved multilaminate wood, finished by hand and upholstered with sustainable materials. A loose roll cushion adds support in different uses. Flora measures 108 by 110 by 90 centimetres.

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Designer: Ledvance Operation Management Shenzhen Work: Professional Outdoor Area Lignt Classification: Lighting Date: Sunday, 6 September 2026

Ledvance

Ledvance is a professional outdoor area light designed for demanding weather conditions. The Opti Select beam control system allows quick switching between Type III, IV and V light distributions through an electronic switch, without removing lenses or screws. A 360 degree hovering LED structure forms a ventilated gap that improves heat dissipation and lets water and snow drain from all angles. The trapezoidal housing, seamless top surface and weatherproof coating limit glare and water ingress. The control module also accepts sound and light sensors.

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Designer: Niko Kapa Work: Antibacterial Ceramic Wall Cladding Classification: Building Components Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026

Drift

Functionality defines the aesthetics, using new techniques to reinterpret eternal themes in an attempt to synthesize spatial quality through specific architectural gestures. Open to the elements, external space is protected by a canopy that creates a microclimate. Combining modern design with simplicity of shape, curves and crisp lines define a layout adjusting elegantly into any architectural context while permitting occupants to enjoy outdoor spaces regardless of weather conditions all year round.

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Designer: Konka Industrial Design Team Work: Miniled TV Classification: Home Appliance Date: Friday, 4 September 2026

A8 Series

A8 Series is a MiniLED television made for flat wall mounting. The thin back shell allows the screen to sit close to the wall. The display uses 20736 dot matrix zones with single point independent dimming, and peak brightness reaches 8000 nits. A single point eight core LED light source and a hyperbolic light distribution design give even lighting and natural colors. The front shell is shaped by precision embossing for a metallic finish in black and gold. Surround speakers and a subwoofer are built into the body.

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