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🏠 The Barcelona School of Arts & Design (LABASAD) launched a 12-month online master program in interior design and hospitality, led by Italian architect Chiara Luzzatto. Classes are capped at 25 students, taught in English, and cover 13 courses in five modules, including 3D practices and project-based learning. The program is designed for industry professionals, designers, and enthusiasts, and it aims to equip students with comprehensive design skills for the professional world. Classes are held weekly and can be recorded for flexible learning.

🏖️ Designed by Carlo Colombo for Giorgetti, the MOOREA collection features inox steel and Teak wood in a mud colour, with removable upholstery in various fabrics from the Open-Air collection, suitable for outdoor spaces from the Côte d’Azur to New York terraces. More at giorgetti.eu.

🏷 The Plume chair, characterized by its feather-inspired lightness, features a solid ash wood structure, padded plywood seat, and foam backrest with concealed screws by Pau Ferro plaques. Elegance is enhanced by piping and zipper closure. Details at giorgetti.eu.

🖨 Maxalto's Artemone, designed by Antonio Citterio, revitalizes the traditional kitchen dresser with a contemporary twist. Featuring customizable doors and drawers plus painted handles, the Artemone combines a die-cast aluminium base with a shadow gap for a sleek look. It offers a variety of finishes and fits both residential and commercial settings.

🏖️ Dedon's Leaf collection, designed to mimic natural leaf contours, features java and seagrass-hued beach chairs with breathable foam cushions, cotton overlays, and stable four-point support. The collection has earned prestigious awards for its blend of natural aesthetics and innovative design. Dedon celebrates the harmony of nature's design and modern craftsmanship on their website.

🏡 Maxalto's Artemone, crafted by Antonio Citterio, revitalizes the traditional kitchen dresser with a contemporary twist. It features customizable storage with various doors and drawers highlighted by painted handles. The design boasts a die-cast aluminium base and a shadow gap enhancing the furniture's light appearance. Artemone is offered in multiple finishes to make a bold statement in both residential and commercial settings. Visit maxalto.com for more details.

🚒 The Dedon Kida Armchair, a luxurious outdoor furniture piece, features a nature-inspired design with an artisanal touch. This armchair integrates comfort with a modern aesthetic through its intricate weaving technique, using natural fibers to create a tranquil oasis for relaxation. For more details on this blend of luxury and nature, visit [dedon.de](https://dedon.de/).

🏗 In Scottsdale, Arizona, The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, completed its Phase Two renovation of meeting and event spaces, following Phase One in 2023. Directed by Parker-Torres Design, the refurbishment includes The Phoenician Grand Ballroom, The Estrella Ballroom, and upper-level rooms, featuring modernized carpeting, wall treatments, draperies, lighting, and advanced LED and DMX systems. The resort offers over 160,000 square feet of event space, complemented with amenities like three pools, an 18-hole golf course, Athletic Club, spa, and eight dining options.