The May 2019 design concepts explore old and new ways of creation through a variety of different mediums. These examples broaden out to cover design ideas of all sorts without holding creative expression to any bounds. Some of the standout examples this month include the progressive architectural design by Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Rockwell Group.
It created 'The Shed' in New York in a flexible manner -- the building functions as an art hub and hosts events with space along with a 500 seat theater. The most notable element of the design is that it is a shape-shifting structure, with the ability to extend and engulf the dynamic roof. The 'Form Us With Love' design firm introduces a great design example this month as well, with the series of stackable chairs. It features five different looks that are made with oak to deliver aesthetics and functionality.
Top 95 Design Trends in May
From Stackable Chairs to Unique Shape-Shifting Architecture:
Amy Duong — May 25, 2019 — Art & Design
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Balancing Fidget Toys
The RODA is a Gyroscope Desk Toy That Can Balance on One's Finger
94
Authentic Grass Slippers
Somersby Released Slippers Made from Real Grass
93
Indie Cosmetic-Centric Stores
SHOWFIELDS is a Newly Opened Beauty Store in NYC's NoHo Neighborhood
92
Diver-Centric Aquatic Hotels
Deepspot Boasts Hotel Rooms, Viewing Pods & the World's Deepest Pool
91
Luxe Travel-Inspired Designs
Louis Vuitton Unveils the New Objets Nomades at Fuorisalone 2019
90
Flexible Office Furniture
Steelcase's Flex Collection Supports Spontaneity and Creativity at Work
89
Streetwear-Inspired Rustic Cafes
Sawada Coffee NYC Mixes Coffee Culture & Contemporary Streetwear
88
Durable Versatile Bottle Designs
MODL is an Adaptable Bottle That Challenges Conventional Designs
87
Ambitious Floating City Concepts
BIG Envisions a Hurricane-Proof Cluster of Buoyant Islands
86
Cheerful Prefabricated House Designs
Alejandro Soffia Explores Modular Architectural Possibilities
85
Sanitizing Door Handles
OpenClean Technologies' Door Handle Designs Boast Built-In Sanitizers
84
Creatively Whimsical Cake Designs
DaanGo's Desserts are Handcrafted with Imagination and Passion
83
All-Cardboard Cafes
The 'Cardboard' Cafe in Mumbai is Constructed with an Eco-Friendly Material
82
Designer-Made Seating Lines
Mattiazzi Launches Four Designer-Led Collections of Chairs and Stools
81
Infant-Friendly Airline Seats
Air New Zealand's Skycouch Makes Flying with a Baby More Comfortable
80
Design-Forward Stackable Chairs
Form Us with Love's Collection is Convenient and Affordable
79
Geometric Corner Clothing Racks
The 'Ugao' Clothes Rack Makes Use of Otherwise Unused Space
78
Stylish Hovering Pens
The Hoverpen is Thoughtfully Designed and Appears to Defy Gravity
77
Color-Coordinated Shop-in-Shops
STORY at Macy’s Encourages Exploration Through Color
76
Immersive Optical Illusion Exhibitions
Leandro Erlich Debuts 'Real' in a Gallery in Córdoba, Spain
75
Homey Contemporary Rustic Restaurants
Jon and Maša Kleinhample Were Inspired by Dinner Parties
74
Unique Shape-Shifting Architecture
Diller Scofidio + Renfro Sought to Redefine the Future of Art
73
Dispersed Urban Hotels
Enso Ango is a Series of Five Buildings in Tokyo
72
Eco-Friendly Towel Rods
The Airfold Eco-Friendly Towel Rod Cleans Up The Laundry Process
71
Colorful Extruded Aluminum Products
Jorge Penadés Develops a Multi-Colored Series of Vases
70
Treehouse-Like Home Designs
This Living Abode in Montreal is Designed by YH2 and is Quite Dreamy
69
Soft Modular Furniture
Living Spaces' BiT Elements Can Be Reconfigured Endlessly
68
Sculptural Desktop Illuminators
The Node Lamp Provides Precision Lighting with an Artistic Touch
67
Banana Fibre Fabrics
Bananatex is a Technical Plant-Based Material Made Purely from Banana Plants
66
Age-Old Tonal Audio Equipment
Bang & Olufsen's Bronze Collection Elevates Home Audio
65
Artwork-Adorned Graphic Tees
UNUSED Works With The Van Gogh Museum on Apparel Designs
64
Pop-Up Artist Collaborations
Nike Commissions Greg Mike for Its Art of SNKRS Series in Atlanta
63
Intricate Auto-Inspired Lamps
Bernhard Dessecker's Design for Moooi is Incredibly Striking
62
Design-Conscious Therapeutic Seats
smarin's sChaise is Ergonomically Correct & Enhances Postures
61
Recycled Material Signage
O'right's Da-an Concept Store Signboard is Made from T-Shirts & Plastic
60
Fluid Formed Totemic Exhibitions
Mark Whalen's Ramble Ramble Exhibition Explores Human Silhouettes
59
Comfortable Adjustable Smart Beds
Bryte's High-Tech Bed Enhances One's Sleep Throughout the Night
58
Race-Inspired Airline Seating Concepts
Emirates' First Class Has Seats Inspired by Mercedes-Benz
57
Awareness-Rising Alternative Hourglass Designs
Brodie Neill Fills an Hourglass with Microplastic
56
Overnight Museum Stays
Airbnb is Allowing Two People to Spend the Night at the Louvre
55
Premium First Aid Kits
Welly Offers Design-Centric Compact Kits for Millennial & Gen X Consumers
54
Shipping Container-Built Toronto Neighborhoods
stackt is a New Cultural & Community Hub in Toronto
53
Elegant Sculptural Pendant Lamps
Bomma's Lighting Fixtures Come in Three Ultra-Chic Designs
52
Hypothesized Tech-Accented Architecture
The Royal Academy of Art's Invisible Landscapes is Curious
51
Astronaut Sculpture Collectibles
Billionaire Boys Club and adidas Join to Craft the PMS 300
50
Extravagantly Luxurious Casino Spaces
Palms Casino Resort Looks Toward Multi-Purpose Entertainment
49
Reimagined Fantasy Show Artworks
HBO Launches an Initiative That Boasts Game of Thrones Artwork
48
Shapeshifting Shade Lamps
The Sompex Table Lamp Turns into an Array of Different Designs
47
High-End Velvety Airplane Interiors
Virgin Atlantic Updates the Aesthetics of Its Airbus A350
46
Rose-Inspired Qatar Museum Designs
Jean Nouvel Looks for Inspiration from the Desert Rose
45
Scrap Material Vases
Melanie Abrantes' One-of-a-Kind Vases are Made with Leftover Materials
44
Translucent Baseball Team Sculptures
Daniel Arsham Launches a Cast-Rasin New York Yankees Hat
43
Luxury Cannabis Boutiques
The Royal Highness Cannabis Boutique is a High-End Dispensary
42
Martian 3D-Printed Lamps
The Martian Globe is a Topographically Accurate Replica of Mars
41
Incredibly Creative Rug Designs
Richard Hutten & Nine Designers Produce a Striking Range of Rugs
40
Sleek Autonomous Scooter Concepts
Pal is a Sleek Scooter That Leverages AI to Memorize Routes
39
Festival-Ready Waterproof Ground Cover
Rumpl's Ground Cover is Ideal for a Number of Situations
38
Community-Centric Cricket Pavilions
Winter Architecture Re-Designs a Space to Be Flexible & Modern
37
Plastic-Free Premium Coffees
Cafédirect's Small-Batch Roasted Coffee is Packed in Compostable Bags
36
Re-Purposed Streetwear Furniture
LN-CC and DRx Romanelli's RxCYCLE Capsule Reworks Iconic Fabrics
35
Balancing Abstract Clay Sculptures
Malou Palmqvist Challenges the Laws of Nature with These Pieces
34
Sublingual Vitamin Films
Nutrinovate Created an Innovative & Easy Way for People to Take Vitamins
33
Sunflower-Based Bio Materials
Thomas Vailly Explores the Uses of Crops in Product Development
32
Oversized Hair Clips
Kitsch x Justine Marjan's Snap Clips Come in Medium & XL Sizes
31
QSR Cross-Stitch Patterns
KFC is Selling Limited-Edition Craft Patterns on Etsy
30
Stylishly Contemporary U-Shaped Rooms
Atelier Tao + C Overhaul the Aesthetics of an Unusual Layout
29
Comics-Themed Upscale Restaurant-Lounges
Figures Toronto is Inspired by the Superhero Narrative
28
Adaptable Urban Co-Living Units
Michelle Ho's Proposal Involves a Retrofitting Housing Solution
27
Custom-Made LED Bar Installations
Milan's Bar Bah Features a Unique Red-Hued Light Display
26
Design-Forward Non-Slip Flooring
PORCELANOSA Offers a Wide Selection of Anti-Slip Ceramic Tiles
25
Extensive Highway Park Concepts
BIG Proposes a Public Park for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
24
Responsive Orb Installations
China Will House Teamlab's Weightless Forest of Resonating Life
23
Brick Cafe-House Hybrids
Tropical Space Erects an Interestign Clay Brick House in Da Nang, Vietnam
22
Skin Pigment-Based Installations
Neri Oxman Speculates Melanin Use in Architecture and Design
21
Speaker-Integrated Tables
Coolgeek's Soundesk is a Modern Table with 360-Degree Surround Sound
20
Flame-Grilled Glassware
Burger King is Creating 1.5 Million Unique Drinking Glasses in France
19
Idea-Sharing Light Displays
The Spirits of Innovation Will Light Up When Someone Has an Idea
18
Sand-Made Restaurant Tableware
Ment Boasts Uniquely Crafted Tableware for an Underwater Restaurant
17
Convenient App-Controlled Gardens
One Cell Grows Edible Herbs, Nuts and More in Mere Days
16
Elegantly Designed Drawing Tools
The Iris Drawing Compass is Inspired by Camera Apertures
15
Shell-Like Balcony Designs
This Complex in Singapore Will Feature a Unique Balcony Design
14
All-Encompassing Mother's Day Cards
Hallmark's Paper Wonder Cards Cover All Kinds of Relationships
13
Trophy-Inspired Furniture Collections
Studio Flétta Reveals Totemic Designs for Tables & Lighting
12
Complimentary Mother's Day Cards
Artifact Uprising is Sharing Free Custom Photo Cards This Spring
11
Integrated Spiral Staircase Roofs
Snøhetta is to Design the Grand Opera House in Shanghai
10
Expressive Glitter Paints
Rust-Oleum's Glitter Interior Wall Paint is Available in Gold and Quartz
9
Artist-Created Doll Clothing
The Barbie X Keith Harring Line is Fashionable and Artistic
8
Modular Optically Chic Rugs
The Front Design Studio Parquet for GAN Rugs are Geometrically Ornate
7
Effective Hygienic Toilet Brushes
The Flex Brush Reaches More Areas to Thoroughly Clean
6
Weed-Eliminating Plant Foods
Spectracide's Weed & Feed Solution Nourishes While Controlling Weeds
5
Intuitive Clipfold Wallets
The Arc Clipfold Provides Effortless Access to Cash, Cards and Coins
4
Artificial Intelligence-Crafted Chairs
Philippe Starck Explores Tech Design With The A.I Chairs
3
Ornate Casino Gaming Terminals
TCSJOHNHUXLEY Taps Eastern Tradition for Qorex Carousel Design
2
Indestructible Metal Guitars
The Smash-Proof Guitar is Ready for Rockstar Use
1
Fine Art-Inspired Slot Games
High 5 Games Taps Leonardo da Vinci for Its Latest Game Offering
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Bohemian Sicilian Fashion Campaigns
The Gucci Pre-Fall 2019 Campaign Focuses on Juxtaposition
Company Sustainability Commitments
McCormick Plans to Have 100% Recyclable Packaging by 2025
Shapeshifting Workspace Cooling Equipment
This Desktop Fan Goes Handheld When Required
Long-Distance Communication Illuminators
The Long Distance Friendship Lamp Keeps Users in Touch
Self-Stabilizing Hoverboard Scooters
The HX Urban Hoverboard Offers a Top Speed of 11mph
Self-Cleaning Water Bottles
The 'Luma Bottle' Uses UV-C Light to Kill 99.999% of Bacteria
Technology-Infused Workstations
The 'Uplus' Modular Office System Addresses Professional Needs
Designer-Made Seating Lines
Mattiazzi Launches Four Designer-Led Collections of Chairs and Stools
Design-Forward Stackable Chairs
Form Us with Love's Collection is Convenient and Affordable
Data-Driven Printed Sneakers
The Stella McCartney x adidas AlphaEdge 4D Sneaker is 3D-Printed
Stylish Hovering Pens
The Hoverpen is Thoughtfully Designed and Appears to Defy Gravity
Extravagant Flower Crowns
Philippa Craddock Created a Line of Luxury Hair Accessories
Recycled Gen Z Fashion
PrettyLittleThing Launched a Colorful Recycled Clothing Collection
Luxuriously Sophisticated Bag Designs
Louis Vuitton's Latest Drop Boasts Modern Aesthetics & Color
Immersive Optical Illusion Exhibitions
Leandro Erlich Debuts 'Real' in a Gallery in Córdoba, Spain
Unique Shape-Shifting Architecture
Diller Scofidio + Renfro Sought to Redefine the Future of Art
Streetwear Branded Crates
Billionaire Boys Club Introduces Specially Branded Crates For SS19
Self-Balancing Urbanite Scooters
The Scrooser Electric Scooter Can be Fully Charged in Four Hours
Asymmetrical Self-Balancing Hairdryers
The Conceptual 'Branch' Hairdryer is an Artistic Solution
Plant-Based Spring Fashion
The H&M Conscious Collection Features Innovative, Sustainable Materials
Interactive Home Notification Projectors
The HTC VIVE AR Lamp Eliminates the Need for Screens
Banana Fibre Fabrics
Bananatex is a Technical Plant-Based Material Made Purely from Banana Plants
Artistic Transparent OLED Displays
The Panasonic Vitrine Features an Innocuous Design
Intricate Auto-Inspired Lamps
Bernhard Dessecker's Design for Moooi is Incredibly Striking
Autonomous Urbanite Scooters
The Conceptual 'ROL' Scooter Can be Easily Summoned via an App
User-Following Drone Lamps
The 'Flying Drone Lamp' Provides Personalized Illumination
Candle-Inspired Digital Lanterns
The Lofree Candly Ambient Lamp Provides Up to 20 Hours of Use
Race-Inspired Airline Seating Concepts
Emirates' First Class Has Seats Inspired by Mercedes-Benz
Flippable Living Space Lighting
The 'SETTO' Lamp Provides Both Direct and Indirect Illumination
Elegant Sculptural Pendant Lamps
Bomma's Lighting Fixtures Come in Three Ultra-Chic Designs
Hypothesized Tech-Accented Architecture
The Royal Academy of Art's Invisible Landscapes is Curious
Precision-Machined Magnetic Desk Toys
The 'Bobbler' Provide Idle Hands a Way to Fidget During Work
Shapeshifting Shade Lamps
The Sompex Table Lamp Turns into an Array of Different Designs
Sleek Car-Label Furniture Designs
Bugatti's Inaugural Furniture Designs Honor Carlo Bugatti
Convenient Power Access Lamps
The 'NIOXCSM' Wireless Charging Light Organizes Cluttered Desktops
High-End Velvety Airplane Interiors
Virgin Atlantic Updates the Aesthetics of Its Airbus A350
Entertaining Pop-Up eSports Bars
Drink Company Collaborates with Events DC on a Summer Initiative
Artisan-Created Bouquets
1-800-Flowers.com Made a Special Collection of Flowers for Mother's Day
Scrap Material Vases
Melanie Abrantes' One-of-a-Kind Vases are Made with Leftover Materials
Nostalgic Artist Cereals
FYE's 'Bob Ross: The Joy of Cereal' is a Calming Novelty Breakfast
Street Party-Inspired Malt Beverages
Smirnoff Ice's Limited-Edition Range Celebrates Latin America
Luxury Cannabis Boutiques
The Royal Highness Cannabis Boutique is a High-End Dispensary
Martian 3D-Printed Lamps
The Martian Globe is a Topographically Accurate Replica of Mars
Personalized Frozen Wines
Cupcake Vineyards is Sharing 'The Frozie' Featuring Selfies at Coachella
Fried Chicken Ice Creams
KFC Will Offer Kentucky Fried Chicken-Flavored Ice Cream This Summer
Incredibly Creative Rug Designs
Richard Hutten & Nine Designers Produce a Striking Range of Rugs
Purpose-Driven Body Care Brands
Unilever's 'The Right to Shower' Provides Access to Mobile Showers
Urban Traffic-Avoiding Scooters
The Ninebot By Segway ES2 Scooter Reaches a Top Speed of 15.5mph
Jamaican-Themed Fashion Capsule
Fred Perry is Joined by Art Comes First on a New Set of Designs
Shimmering Wall Glaze Finishes
Hemway's Clear Glitter Glaze Comes in an Abundance of Fun Hues
Toggle Switch-Inspired Speakers
The Conceptual 'ONOFF' Speaker Draws Inspiration from Digital UI
Community-Centric Cricket Pavilions
Winter Architecture Re-Designs a Space to Be Flexible & Modern
Ambiguous Series Finale Posters
Game of Thrones Teases Fans with a Visual of Snow-Covered Bodies
Traditional Korean Handicraft Stools
The 'Weave Stool' is Inspired by the Jukbuin Weave Technique
Adjustable Fabric Swatch Seats
The 'PAGES' Chair Furniture Piece Has a Book-Like Aesthetic
Re-Purposed Streetwear Furniture
LN-CC and DRx Romanelli's RxCYCLE Capsule Reworks Iconic Fabrics
Smartphone-Charging Side Tables
The 2020 Modern Wireless Charging Smart Table is Multifunctional
Sunflower-Based Bio Materials
Thomas Vailly Explores the Uses of Crops in Product Development
Nostalgic Horror-Themed Bars
Nebraska's The Monster Club is Inspired by Retro Films and TV Shows
Timeless Essential Luxe Fashion
Louis Vuitton's Staples Collection is Full of Minimal Designs
Drip-Textured Ceramic Pots
Brian Giniewski Joins Goodhood on a Collection of Ceramics
Design-Forward Lift Assist Chairs
Red Barrel Studio's Seating Solution Come in Three Chic Colors
Spill-Proof Yacht Barware
This Untippable Martini Glass is Ready for Drinks on the High Seas
Clothing Care Sprays
Love Home and Planet's Dry Wash Spray is Like Dry Shampoo for Clothing
Customized Libation Trunks
The Louis Vuitton X Hennessy Trunk & Decanter is Impressively Opulent
Eco-Conscious Graphic Tees
The GUESS Eco Line Utilizes Recycled Materials and Limits Water Use
Biodegradable Pulp Coolers
Igloo's RECOOL is a First-of-Its-Kind Eco-Sensitive Cooler
Speaker-Infused Lamps
The IKEA x Sonos 'SYMFONISK' Speaker Lamp Maximizes Functionality
Art History-Inspired Beauty Accounts
The Gucci Beauty Instagram Boasts Artful Inspiration Images
Brick Cafe-House Hybrids
Tropical Space Erects an Interestign Clay Brick House in Da Nang, Vietnam
Supportive Bariatric Chairs
The Titan Plus+ 901-30 Delivers Appropriate Lumbar Support
Festival Pick-Up Services
Postmates is Bringing a Skip-the-Line Service to Coachella
Celebratory Unicorn-Themed Baked Goods
These Walmart Marketside Desserts Mark National Unicorn Day
Eco-Friendly Soil Food Products
Sun Country Organics' Biochar Solution Increases Water Retention
Adventure-Themed Casual Apparel
The YSTRDY’S TMRRW Summer 2019 Range Draws Retro Inspirations
Idea-Sharing Light Displays
The Spirits of Innovation Will Light Up When Someone Has an Idea
Open-Concept Wall Clocks
The Nomon Cris Wall Clock Adds a Luxurious Touch to a Space
Fantastical Burger Menus
Shake Shack's Secret Game of Thrones Menu Must Be Ordered in Valyrian
Summertime Stress Reduction Blankets
The Gravity Cooling Blanket Prevents Overheating
Branded Festive Cocktails
These Don Julio Cinco de Mayo Cocktails Feature Artisan Ingredients
Festival-Ready Footwear
Nina Footwear's Daybreaks Brand is Colorful, Comfortable & Affordable
Handmade Squiggle Hair Barrettes
Holly Ryan's Iconic Squiggle Design Transfers to Hair Accessories
Academically Backed Casino Innovations
Caesars Entertainment Teams Up with Students from UNLV
Modular Wireless Charging Tables
The Conceptual 'TWORAY' Table Has a Detachable Charger
Fabric-Refreshing Probiotic Sprays
Counter Culture's Probiotic Air Spray Amplifies Cleanliness
Lifestyle-Learning Smart Speakers
The Conceptual Nokia Home Helps Users Live a Better Life
Hockey-Inspired Dating Stats
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Complimentary Mother's Day Cards
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Relaxing Aromatherapy Air Purifiers
The Medify Air 'AireSpa' Purifies and Humidifies a Space
Two-in-One Wafer Chocolates
The New Kit Kat Duos Combines a Mint Creme Top and Dark Chocolate Base
Organic Plant Growth Aids
Gaia Green's All Purpose 4-4-4 Solution is a Non-Toxic Fertilizer
Ice Cream-Flavored Protein Crisps
BSN Collaborated with Cold Stone Creamery on Protein Products
Flame-Grilled Vegan Patties
Burger King's New Impossible Whopper Puts a Twist on a Classic
Celebratory Casual Asian Meals
P.F. Chang's is Helping Families and Grads Celebrate with Food
Marine Phytoplankton Fertilizers
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Expressive Glitter Paints
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Refreshing Summer-Ready Spirits
Bacardi Lime Boasts Bright Citrus Notes and a Zesty Aroma
Nostalgic Dark Chocolate Campaigns
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Self-Locking Safety Seating
LPA's Metal Thera-Glide® Chair Ensures Ample Support
Ultra-High Fidelity Speaker Systems
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Luxe Film-Derived Casino Contests
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Large-Scale English Muffins
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Personalized Grab Bar Designs
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Stain-Repelling Sealer Products
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Non-Toxic Multipurpose Paint
Viva Color's Silacote Paint is Long-Lasting and Breathable
Ornate Casino Gaming Terminals
TCSJOHNHUXLEY Taps Eastern Tradition for Qorex Carousel Design
Cookie-Inspired Title Sequence Remakes
Oreo Markets Its Embossed Cookies with a GoT Trailer Remake
Interactive Casino Driving Games
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