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Bugatti W16 Mistral Blanc Éternel reimagines the hypercar through porcelain
Bugatti has unveiled the W16 Mistral Blanc Éternel, a one-off roadster created through its Sur Mesure programme in collaboration with Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin (KPM). The project integrates handcrafted porcelain into both the exterior and interior, from bespoke trim pieces to the iconic Dancing Elephant sculpture. Finished in porcelain white with hand-painted graphics inspired by digital wireframe models, the car pairs traditional craftsmanship with the 1,600 PS quad-turbocharged W16 engine, celebrating one of the final chapters of Bugatti's legendary powertrain.
Industrial
FIG Living's Tote Table Lamp brings paper craftsmanship into everyday lighting
FIG Living's Tote Table Lamp combines Scandinavian simplicity with the craftsmanship of traditional paper folding. Its pleated origami-inspired shade, formed from more than 300 folds, diffuses light into a soft, warm glow, while a powder-coated metal base and curved handle create a portable lighting solution for modern interiors. Equipped with a rechargeable battery, USB-C charging and touch controls, the lamp balances everyday function with a quiet, sculptural presence that remains understated whether switched on or off.
Mobility
BMW introduces the fifth-generation X5 with five powertrain options
BMW has unveiled the fifth-generation X5, introducing the first model in its lineup to offer petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric and future hydrogen fuel-cell powertrains within a single range. The SUV adopts BMW's Neue Klasse design language, features the new Panoramic iDrive with Operating System X, and debuts sixth-generation eDrive technology in the all-electric iX5. Built at BMW's Spartanburg plant, the new X5 reflects the company's strategy of offering multiple powertrain options while reducing the vehicle's overall carbon footprint.
Greaves Electric Mobility Designing India’s Electric Future | Shashwath Bolar
What does "Designed in India" mean for mobility today? In this conversation, Shashwath Bolar, Head of Design at Greaves Electric Mobility, shares the thinking behind Ampere's evolving design language and the principles shaping products such as the Ampere Nexus, Magnus Grand, and Xpress. From proportions, surfaces, CMF, and ergonomics to balancing engineering constraints with design ambition, he discusses how Indian design heritage, global perspectives, and everyday user needs come together to create mobility products that are practical, distinctive, and relevant for a new generation.
The 2026 Design Weeks Index
The global design calendar is more than a schedule of exhibitions. It reflects where ideas are introduced, conversations begin, and the future of design takes shape. From established events in Europe to rapidly growing platforms across Asia and the Middle East, each design week brings together designers, brands, educators, researchers, and industry leaders. These gatherings showcase new products, emerging talent, and experimental thinking while creating opportunities for collaboration across disciplines. Together, they reveal how design is exhibited, discussed, and distributed, shaping the global creative landscape year after year.
1983 Suzuki Alto 800 / Maruti 800
Introduced in 1982 and launched in India as the Maruti 800 in 1983, the Suzuki Alto 800 transformed personal mobility. Its compact, boxy design prioritised space, visibility and practicality over ornamentation. Lightweight engineering and an efficient 796 cc engine made it affordable, reliable and economical to own. More than just a small car, it became the first car for millions of families across Asia. Its clean hatchback proportions established a new benchmark for entry-level automotive design. The Alto 800 proved that simple, functional design could also carry aspiration and identity. Its influence continues to be seen in compact cars decades later.
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