Magazine
A curated publication on automotive, industrial and future systems design.
NIWWRD Magazine documents the ideas, people and projects shaping the future of design. Each issue brings together carefully selected work from emerging designers, established studios and global brands, creating a publication that values original thinking, strong execution and meaningful design.
Rather than following trends, the magazine focuses on projects that contribute to the wider design conversation - from concept vehicles and mobility systems to consumer products, materials, interfaces and speculative futures.
Orkhan Babayev on Designing the Hongqi Tiangong S Concept
From sketch to production, few opportunities carry as much weight as defining a brand's future. Automotive exterior designer Orkhan Babayev has done exactly that with the Hongqi Tiangong S Concept, unveiled at Auto China 2026. Developed at Hongqi's Advanced Design Studio in Munich under the creative direction of Giles Taylor, the concept introduces a new design language for the Tiangong series and is already moving toward production, with its first road-going model expected in 2027. Read how Orkhan's journey has led to one of Hongqi's most important projects to date.
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.
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.
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.
The Weight of a Name BMW i3 — Neue Klasse, Second Generation
The BMW i3 returns with an entirely different purpose. Built on the Neue Klasse platform, the all-electric sedan translates five decades of 3 Series design into a new electric architecture without losing its identity. Cleaner surfaces, refined proportions, an integrated front signature, and the new BMW Panoramic Vision redefine the driving experience through clarity rather than excess. Instead of reinventing the 3 Series, BMW has carefully evolved its design language, proving that continuity can be just as powerful as disruption.
Vortice by Aeroplani Caproni rethinks vertical flight
Designed with CAMAL Studio, Vortice is an aircraft concept that explores clarity through reduction. Its spherical glazed cabin, continuous structural loop, and integrated turbine layout create a form where every element serves both function and identity. Rather than relying on futuristic styling, the concept prioritises clean geometry, intuitive ergonomics, and honest engineering. By removing visual and functional complexity, Vortice presents a refined vision for personal aviation, suggesting that the future of aircraft design lies in simplicity, efficiency, and purposeful form.
SuperErgo's The Novice turns ergonomic engineering into a clean visual statement
Most ergonomic chairs celebrate their mechanics through exposed structures and visible adjustment systems. The Novice, designed by SuperErgo, takes a quieter approach by integrating its engineering within a continuous architectural frame that defines both its structure and identity. Through restrained detailing, balanced proportions, concealed components, and thoughtful material contrasts, the chair demonstrates how functional complexity can be expressed with visual simplicity. It offers a refined perspective on ergonomic seating where comfort, clarity, and form exist in equal measure.