Top 100 Art & Design Trends in April

From Immersive Illusion Museums to Sensual Furniture Exhibits

— April 28, 2019 — Art & Design
The April 2019 art & design activations boast a number of innovative museum experiences, gallery-initiated casualwear, furniture exhibitions and more.

On the art front, consumers and brands still celebrate contemporary artists like Keith Haring. This becomes apparent through the whimsically colorful release by Lacoste for Spring/Summer 2019. The brand harnessed the illustrations of Keith Haring to produce an art-infused capsule that honors the late artist.

In terms of installations, one of the most celebrated creatives is KAWS who has launched a touring floating sculpture — KAWS: HOLIDAY, and is debuting an extensive portfolio of work in Hong Kong.

On the design front, the April 2019 art & design list highlight some convenience-focused and user-friendly products but also playful concepts for sneakers that rely on personalization.
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Limitless Portable Sketchpads
Limitless Portable Sketchpads
The Whistle is Convenient and User Friendly
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Venice Beach-Inspired Restaurants
Venice Beach-Inspired Restaurants
Alexandra Hutchison & Craig Harding Open a Quaint Toronto Eatery
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Women-Celebrating Creative Football Kits
Women-Celebrating Creative Football Kits
Camden Town Brewery's Designs Pay Tribute to Iconic Women
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Spacious Rustic Ski Resorts
Spacious Rustic Ski Resorts
Carney Logan Burke Architects' Caldera House Design is Quite Welcoming
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Outlet Cable Storage Solutions
Outlet Cable Storage Solutions
The 'Cable Cradle' Hides and Organizes Essential Cords
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Ergonomic Screen-Positioning Stands
Ergonomic Screen-Positioning Stands
The New Spire Monitor Arms Hold One or Two Screens in Place
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Organized Two-Storey Apartments
Organized Two-Storey Apartments
Light and Air Architecture Designs a Contemporary Dwelling in NY
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Cohabitation Organization Furniture
Cohabitation Organization Furniture
The Patchwork Furniture System Has an Interchangeable Design
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Classically Modern Home Designs
Classically Modern Home Designs
HAO Design Undertakes a Taiwanese Project That Spans 4-1/2 Floors
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Energetic Neon-Packed Fashions
Energetic Neon-Packed Fashions
The Latest Club Fantasy Prepares for SS19 in a Bold Approach
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Mountain-Inspired Concrete Houses
Mountain-Inspired Concrete Houses
Steyn Studio' Sierra House Has an Interesting Modern Aesthetic
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Cartoon Anniversary Fashion Campaigns
Cartoon Anniversary Fashion Campaigns
aleXsandro Palombo Puts a Simpsons Twist on Victoria Beckham
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Outdoor Adventurist Kitchen Equipment
Outdoor Adventurist Kitchen Equipment
The UCO Camping Mess Kit Accommodates Al Fresco Dining
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Contemporary Lighting Design Exhibits
Contemporary Lighting Design Exhibits
Michael Anastassiades Showcases His Extravagant Work
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Reconfigurable Hexagon Stools
Reconfigurable Hexagon Stools
Labello's Seating Arrangement Comes in Three Different Sizes
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Artist-Inspired Crayon Sets
Artist-Inspired Crayon Sets
Kid Made Modern's 'Smush Crayons' Carry a Distinct Artistic Value
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Immersive Hand-Painted Murals
Immersive Hand-Painted Murals
A Friend of Mine Creates Playful Artwork for Australian Art Center
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Aquatic Yoga Practice Boards
Aquatic Yoga Practice Boards
The Solstice by Swimline SolFit Yoga Board is Inflatable
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Clip-on Smartphone Speaker Units
Clip-on Smartphone Speaker Units
The Moto Stereo Speaker Mod Features High-Quality Drivers
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Minimal Cordless Lamp Designs
Minimal Cordless Lamp Designs
Voltra Debuts a Light Collection That is Ambiance-Driven
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Darkly Lit Artist Exhibits
Darkly Lit Artist Exhibits
Numerious KAWS Sculptures are Displayed at This Event in Hong Kong
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High-End Cocktail Kits
High-End Cocktail Kits
Quenched's Q-Kit Equips Consumers with the Tools for a Perfect Drink
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Undulating Plywood Stools
Undulating Plywood Stools
The Mågen Stool is Made with Six Pieces of Plywood for Durable Comfort
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Transforming Laptop Workstations
Transforming Laptop Workstations
The 'DuoFlip' Laptop Opens in Two Ways for Optimal Productivity
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Technical Urban Professional Packs
Technical Urban Professional Packs
The Wool & Oak 'Wings' Backpack is Highly Efficient
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Luggage Tag-Inspired Packaging
Luggage Tag-Inspired Packaging
MEC's 'Travel Light Series' Has Virtually No External Packaging
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Cyclist-Friendly Wooden Chapels
Cyclist-Friendly Wooden Chapels
John Pawson's Structure is Located on a Cycle Path in the Forest
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Outdoor Ocean Plastic Furniture
Outdoor Ocean Plastic Furniture
The Mater Ocean Collection Makes Use of Discarded Materials
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3D-Printed Metal Faucets
3D-Printed Metal Faucets
These New GROHE Faucets Have a Modern, Angular Aesthetic
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Desktop OS-Inspired Folding Smartphones
Desktop OS-Inspired Folding Smartphones
This Conceptual Microsoft Surface Note is Efficient
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Sensual Furniture Exhibitions
Sensual Furniture Exhibitions
Najla El Zein's Exhibit Embraces the Features of Provocative Design
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Mobile Off-Grid Homes
Mobile Off-Grid Homes
Beatrice Bonzanigo's Concept Design Spans Over a Total of 27 Square Meters
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Adorably Whimsical Home Interiors
Adorably Whimsical Home Interiors
2LG Studio is Playful in Its Choice of Colours for This House
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Bold Fruit Throw Pillows
Bold Fruit Throw Pillows
The Crochet Bananas Pillow from Urban Outfitters is Soft and Tropical
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Whimsically Patterned Fashion
Whimsically Patterned Fashion
Hayley Elsaesser's New Line is in Collaboration with Barbie
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Designer Office Space Shredders
Designer Office Space Shredders
The Conceptual 'Aperture' Paper Shredder is Free of Visual Clutter
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Efficient Heat-Powered Lanterns
Efficient Heat-Powered Lanterns
The 'IGNIS' Thermal Electric Light Supports Users in Remote Areas
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Futuristic All-Electric Dune Buggies
Futuristic All-Electric Dune Buggies
The Volkswagen I.D. Buggy Has a Sporty Vibe
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Three-Wheeled Commuter Bikes
Three-Wheeled Commuter Bikes
The 'TRIS BIKE' Provides 30km of Pedal Assisted Riding Per Charge
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Ultra-Stylish French Restaurant Interiors
Ultra-Stylish French Restaurant Interiors
AI3's Design Arrangement Recalls a Childhood in Provence
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Automated Pan-Stirring Appliances
Automated Pan-Stirring Appliances
The Uutensil Stirr Prevents Recipes from Burning or Clumping
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Immersive LEGO  Retail Experiences
Immersive LEGO Retail Experiences
The New LEGO Store in Sydney Boasts Inspiration & Immersion
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Cocktail Bar-Style Co-Working Spaces
Cocktail Bar-Style Co-Working Spaces
Studioshaw Embraces Classy Bar Establishments for This Design
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Solar-Powered Floating Homes
Solar-Powered Floating Homes
These Water-Dwelling Motorhomes are Eco-Friendly and Luxurious
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Unique Eclectic Hotel Experiences
Unique Eclectic Hotel Experiences
balbek bureau's Bursa Hotel Mixes a Few Artistic Approaches
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Thought-Provoking Food Installations
Thought-Provoking Food Installations
The Copernicus Project Sheds Light on Modern Food Production
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Modular Paddle Board Designs
Modular Paddle Board Designs
Easy Eddy is Offered in Three Easy-to-Assemble Pieces
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Massive Floating Traveling Installations
Massive Floating Traveling Installations
The KAWS: HOLIDAY Sculpture Will Be in Hong Kong Next
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Greenery-Growing Hanging Lights
Greenery-Growing Hanging Lights
The 'Brot' Light Keeps Fresh Herbs or Sprouts on Hand for Recipes
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Retro-Inspired Smart Speakers
Retro-Inspired Smart Speakers
This Smart Home Speaker Draws Inspiration from Tube TVs
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3D-Knitted Felt Acoustic Curtains
3D-Knitted Felt Acoustic Curtains
Petra Vonk's Innovative Design is Ideal for Office Environments
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Whimsically Accented Rooftop Apartments
Whimsically Accented Rooftop Apartments
Vine Architecture Studio's Yellow Staircase is Striking
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Smartphone-Connected Coffee Brewers
Smartphone-Connected Coffee Brewers
The Conceptual 'Tap and Drop' Coffee Machine is Advanced
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Pet-Friendly Modern Apartments
Pet-Friendly Modern Apartments
Sim-Plex Design Studio Boasts a Unique & Divided Shared Flat Design
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Screwless Modern Kid's Furniture -
Screwless Modern Kid's Furniture -
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Pod-Based Ice Cream Makers
Pod-Based Ice Cream Makers
The LG Snowwhite Quickly Prepares Premium Frozen Treats
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Efficient Portable Pizza Ovens
Efficient Portable Pizza Ovens
The Ooni Koda Can Prepare a Neopolitan-Style Pizza in One Minute
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Digital Nomad Camper Vans
Digital Nomad Camper Vans
The Citroënist Concept Camper Van Has a Mobile Workspace and More
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Mixed Reality Construction Helmets
Mixed Reality Construction Helmets
The NOCTUA Mixed Reality Safety Helmet Supports Workers
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Nex-Gen Sports Car Showrooms
Nex-Gen Sports Car Showrooms
This First-of-Its-Kind Porsche Showroom Offers a Luxury Experience
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Upcycled Shopping Bag Wallets
Upcycled Shopping Bag Wallets
IKEA and Mother London Teamed Up to Create the 'IKEA Wallet'
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Ethereal Social Photo Projects
Ethereal Social Photo Projects
Marta Syrko Puts Models with Down Syndrome in the Spotlight
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Spill-Proof Drinking Vessels
Spill-Proof Drinking Vessels
Contigo's LUXE Collection Mug & Tumbler Elegantly Prevent Messes
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Lush Ludicrous Furniture Exhibits
Lush Ludicrous Furniture Exhibits
Misha Kahn's Furnishing Lends Itself to Adorably Absurd Design
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Self-Defense Coin Carriers
Self-Defense Coin Carriers
The EASYANT Coin Purse Bag Stores Currency and Offer Protection
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Sneaker-Honoring Magazine Launches
Sneaker-Honoring Magazine Launches
atmos Launches an Air Max Magazine That Will Delight Nike Fans
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Multifunctional Urban Cargo Bikes
Multifunctional Urban Cargo Bikes
The Muli Cargo eBike Easily Hauls Gear, Groceries or Even Kids
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Boho Celebrity Decor Lines
Boho Celebrity Decor Lines
The Drew Barrymore Flower Home Line Features Chic and Affordable Pieces
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Psychedelia-Inspired Clothing Pop-Ups
Psychedelia-Inspired Clothing Pop-Ups
Dries Van Noten Celebrates Its SS19 with Verner Panton's Art
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Whimsical Dessert Packaging Designs
Whimsical Dessert Packaging Designs
Hans & Gretel's Playful Packaging Draws from Fairy Tales
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Wireless Wooden Home Lights
Wireless Wooden Home Lights
The ZIISTLE 'Dot & Line' Auto-Sensor Motion Night Light is Discreet
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Modern Art-Adorned Casualwear
Modern Art-Adorned Casualwear
Lacoste and Keith Haring Collaborate on a Preppy Set of Apparel
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Minimalist Home Technology Solutions
Minimalist Home Technology Solutions
The 'Pedora' Smart Home Products Has a Soft Visual Aesthetic
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Mexican Grill Garden Boxes
Mexican Grill Garden Boxes
Chipotle Made 'Home Grown Chipotle' Boxes for National Plant a Seed Day
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Dreamy Oversized Playground Installations
Dreamy Oversized Playground Installations
Janine Rewell & Aino Heikkinen's Collab is Finland-Bound
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Accessible Mascara Applicators
Accessible Mascara Applicators
Grace Makes Makeup Applicators to Improve Grip and Ease of Use
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Furniture-Less Coffee Bars
Furniture-Less Coffee Bars
Batay-Csorba's Design Embraces the Grab-and-Go Coffee Approach
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Anime-Inspired Footwear Designs
Anime-Inspired Footwear Designs
These Anime Vans Sneakers are Inspired by JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
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Architecture-Accenting Fashion Shoots
Architecture-Accenting Fashion Shoots
This Kinfolk Magazine Editorial Spotlights Richard England
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Minimalist Stand-Up Cafes
Minimalist Stand-Up Cafes
Pauline's Boasts a Warm Interior Which is Arranged by Master Studio
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Pointy Mountain Treehouses
Pointy Mountain Treehouses
Peter Pichler Architecture's Design Entertains Modern Sensibilities
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Contemporary Three-Step Houses
Contemporary Three-Step Houses
This Residence by CHA:COL is Located on a Steep Plot in Los Angeles
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Interactive Tech-Motivated Design Companies
Interactive Tech-Motivated Design Companies
Patio Interactive Uses Experiential Marketing Tactics
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TV-Inspired Handmade Pet Beds
TV-Inspired Handmade Pet Beds
Kate Agafonova Uses Foam Rubber and Textiles in This Design
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Easy-to-Clean Eco Straws
Easy-to-Clean Eco Straws
The 'Rain Straw' Slides Apart for Complete Cleaning
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Twisting Pocket-Friendly Projectors
Twisting Pocket-Friendly Projectors
The Conceptual 'Swivel' Projector Protects Components
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Denim Customization Pop-Ups
Denim Customization Pop-Ups
'Zara Edited' Lets Customers Embroider Their Name on Denim Clothing
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Colourful Futuristic Sneaker Concepts
Colourful Futuristic Sneaker Concepts
The Shift F1 Sneakers by Shift Rely on Personalization
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Modular Floating Prefabricated Homes
Modular Floating Prefabricated Homes
Kodasema's Floating Residence is Quite Convenience-Focused
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Instantaneous Heat Camping Devices
Instantaneous Heat Camping Devices
The 'Hot Pocket' from Sierra Madre Research Works Anywhere
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Elegant Contemporary Cafe Designs
Elegant Contemporary Cafe Designs
Masa's Striking Design Aesthetic is Arranged by Studio Cadena
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Flipping Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes
Flipping Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes
The 'Fresh Flip' Litter Box Eliminates the Need for Scooping
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Ultra-Affordable Printed Houses
Ultra-Affordable Printed Houses
New Story is Creating Low-Cost Dwellings in Latin America
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Incredibly Minimalist Rectangular Houses
Incredibly Minimalist Rectangular Houses
SAA Arquitectura + Territorio's Design Uses Angled Stilts
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Stylish Low-Cost Pet Products
Stylish Low-Cost Pet Products
The Aldi UK Pet Product Collection is Value-Focused
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Incredibly Contemporary Country Homes
Incredibly Contemporary Country Homes
Slade Architecture's Design Boasts Overlapping Volumes
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