Metropolis Likes NYCx Design Winners
NYCxDesign is an annual high point on New York’s design calendar: It is home to the major design fairs—ICFF, WantedDesign, Brooklyn Designs—and ambitious art and design exhibitions, as well as showcases of designers working in every media and at all stages in their careers. For #MetropolisLikes, our biannual award program, our editors selected 24 winning products from submissions across the city-wide celebration. This diverse group spans textiles, lighting, furniture, and technology, and demonstrates new thinking about materials, sustainability, user experience, and interiors. See our selections below.
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VON by ercol
Conceived by Hylnur Atlason as a modular system for British brand ercol, this warm and modern collection, comprised of seating, benching and table units, can be combined in multiple configurations, for home or work.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1609Courtesy the manufacturerVON by ercol
Conceived by Hylnur Atlason as a modular system for British brand ercol, this warm and modern collection, comprised of seating, benching and table units, can be combined in multiple configurations, for home or work.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1609Courtesy the manufacturer -
Goonj by Durkan
This hospitality broadloom collection utilizes Durkan’s innovative Definity technology to simulate the look and feel of handcraft. The result is multi-level texture and superior performance all while making new strides toward sustainability.
See it at: Mohawk Group Showroom, 125 West 25th Street, 6th FloorCourtesy the manufacturerGoonj by Durkan
This hospitality broadloom collection utilizes Durkan’s innovative Definity technology to simulate the look and feel of handcraft. The result is multi-level texture and superior performance all while making new strides toward sustainability.
See it at: Mohawk Group Showroom, 125 West 25th Street, 6th FloorCourtesy the manufacturer -
Teorema System by Molteni&C
Made from American walnut, this dynamic unit of open compartments or drawers can be configured in many ways. Among them: aligned in a neat stack or offset for visual interest, or even used alone. The system creates night tables, chests of drawers, or modular systems for the living area.
See it at: Molteni&C | Dada | UniFor Flagship Store, 160 Madison AvenueCourtesy the manufacturerTeorema System by Molteni&C
Made from American walnut, this dynamic unit of open compartments or drawers can be configured in many ways. Among them: aligned in a neat stack or offset for visual interest, or even used alone. The system creates night tables, chests of drawers, or modular systems for the living area.
See it at: Molteni&C | Dada | UniFor Flagship Store, 160 Madison AvenueCourtesy the manufacturer -
Bolonia Lounge by iSiMAR
The laidback linearity of Bolonia Lounge is inspired by a beach in the south of Spain. The chair, powder-coated galvanized steel, is suitable for both indoors and outdoors.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1729Courtesy the manufacturerBolonia Lounge by iSiMAR
The laidback linearity of Bolonia Lounge is inspired by a beach in the south of Spain. The chair, powder-coated galvanized steel, is suitable for both indoors and outdoors.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1729Courtesy the manufacturer -
GrohTherm SmartControl and Rapido SmartBox by GROHE
GROHE’s GrohTherm system is an elegant advance in user interfaces for controlling shower flow rates, spray patterns, and more.
See it at: GROHELIVE! Center, 160 Fifth AvenueCourtesy the manufacturerGrohTherm SmartControl and Rapido SmartBox by GROHE
GROHE’s GrohTherm system is an elegant advance in user interfaces for controlling shower flow rates, spray patterns, and more.
See it at: GROHELIVE! Center, 160 Fifth AvenueCourtesy the manufacturer -
Empire Collection x Ghislaine Viñas: In the Hood by Aronson Floor Coverings
The Empire Collection includes its first designer collaboration with Ghislaine Viñas, consisting of plush rugs with fine wool and tencel accents. “In the Hood” was inspired by neighborhood elements, architecture, and local spots in downtown New York City, where Viñas (originally from the Netherlands and South Africa) has lived for the past 28 years.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #2049Courtesy the manufacturerEmpire Collection x Ghislaine Viñas: In the Hood by Aronson Floor Coverings
The Empire Collection includes its first designer collaboration with Ghislaine Viñas, consisting of plush rugs with fine wool and tencel accents. “In the Hood” was inspired by neighborhood elements, architecture, and local spots in downtown New York City, where Viñas (originally from the Netherlands and South Africa) has lived for the past 28 years.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #2049Courtesy the manufacturer -
DXV Modulus Collection by DXV
This collection of bath fixtures, faucets, furniture, and accessories is ideal for luxury bathroom settings, both residential and hospitality. The modular concept displayed allows for maximum flexibility in any installation, including master bathrooms and powder rooms where space may be at a premium.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #2456Courtesy the manufacturerDXV Modulus Collection by DXV
This collection of bath fixtures, faucets, furniture, and accessories is ideal for luxury bathroom settings, both residential and hospitality. The modular concept displayed allows for maximum flexibility in any installation, including master bathrooms and powder rooms where space may be at a premium.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #2456Courtesy the manufacturer -
Warm Gunmetal Kitchen by Amuneal
This expansion on Amuneal’s kitchen collection adds a hand-patinated gunmetal finish in stainless steal to the offering. Fine metalwork frames clear or ribbed glass door fronts. The collection also includes new and custom-machined cabinet pulls.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #445Courtesy the manufacturerWarm Gunmetal Kitchen by Amuneal
This expansion on Amuneal’s kitchen collection adds a hand-patinated gunmetal finish in stainless steal to the offering. Fine metalwork frames clear or ribbed glass door fronts. The collection also includes new and custom-machined cabinet pulls.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #445Courtesy the manufacturer -
Pluck Floor Lamp by Sonneman
This LED lamp is defined by a crisp-edged, puck-like disc that adjusts to desired positions, and uses an innovative magnet configuration to hold a rubberized ball at the end of a thin, flexible arc.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1463Courtesy the manufacturerPluck Floor Lamp by Sonneman
This LED lamp is defined by a crisp-edged, puck-like disc that adjusts to desired positions, and uses an innovative magnet configuration to hold a rubberized ball at the end of a thin, flexible arc.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1463Courtesy the manufacturer -
Bough Pendants by Stickbulb
Bough, a new collection of LED pendants, is made from sustainable and historic pieces of wood. The design uses a Y-shaped connector to build its branch-like forms, which range from minimal to more expressive. The pieces are available in three sizes and assorted woods.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1657Courtesy the manufacturerBough Pendants by Stickbulb
Bough, a new collection of LED pendants, is made from sustainable and historic pieces of wood. The design uses a Y-shaped connector to build its branch-like forms, which range from minimal to more expressive. The pieces are available in three sizes and assorted woods.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1657Courtesy the manufacturer -
The Newson Aluminum Chair by Marc Newson for Knoll
The Newsom Aluminum Chair is a Modern-inspired construction, with clear influences from the cantilevered furniture work of Mies van der Rohe. Defined by a single, sinuous line, the graphic chair reflects Marc Newsom’s space-age obsession and emphases on technological advances and precision engineering.
See it at: ICFF, KnollCourtesy the manufacturerThe Newson Aluminum Chair by Marc Newson for Knoll
The Newsom Aluminum Chair is a Modern-inspired construction, with clear influences from the cantilevered furniture work of Mies van der Rohe. Defined by a single, sinuous line, the graphic chair reflects Marc Newsom’s space-age obsession and emphases on technological advances and precision engineering.
See it at: ICFF, KnollCourtesy the manufacturer -
Vitis Chandelier by Rich Brilliant Willing
Vitis combines translucency and fluidity of form. Each luminous double-walled glass orb houses a precision-dimmable LED module that is looped and suspended from translucent electrical cords.
See it at: Rich Brilliant WillingCourtesy the manufacturerVitis Chandelier by Rich Brilliant Willing
Vitis combines translucency and fluidity of form. Each luminous double-walled glass orb houses a precision-dimmable LED module that is looped and suspended from translucent electrical cords.
See it at: Rich Brilliant WillingCourtesy the manufacturer -
Induction Wall Light by Castor Design
This light finds new uses for burnt out fluorescent bulbs, illuminating them through magnetic induction. The technique avoids tossing the spent bulbs, which would otherwise release harmful gases into the environment.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #228Courtesy the manufacturerInduction Wall Light by Castor Design
This light finds new uses for burnt out fluorescent bulbs, illuminating them through magnetic induction. The technique avoids tossing the spent bulbs, which would otherwise release harmful gases into the environment.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #228Courtesy the manufacturer -
XSquare by Duravit
Created with designer Kurt Merki Jr., XSquare is a bathroom furniture range meant to complement Duravit’s DuraSquare washbasins. The cabinets are cleverly designed for beautiful, tech-savvy storage. The range features three all-new rich finishes – matte light blue, matte concrete gray, and satin-matte aubergine – as well as the linen decor finish.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #2117Courtesy the manufacturerXSquare by Duravit
Created with designer Kurt Merki Jr., XSquare is a bathroom furniture range meant to complement Duravit’s DuraSquare washbasins. The cabinets are cleverly designed for beautiful, tech-savvy storage. The range features three all-new rich finishes – matte light blue, matte concrete gray, and satin-matte aubergine – as well as the linen decor finish.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #2117Courtesy the manufacturer -
Arc Stool by Skylar Morgan
Influenced by patterns and symmetry found extensively in architecture, the Arc Stool is an intentionally simple design that blends modern comfort with material sophistication. Available in two heights, the Arc Stool showcases some of Skylar Morgan’s favorite materials: wood, brass, and leather.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #253Courtesy the manufacturerArc Stool by Skylar Morgan
Influenced by patterns and symmetry found extensively in architecture, the Arc Stool is an intentionally simple design that blends modern comfort with material sophistication. Available in two heights, the Arc Stool showcases some of Skylar Morgan’s favorite materials: wood, brass, and leather.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #253Courtesy the manufacturer -
Aster Collection by Nemo
Aster, Nemo’s porcelain wall-and-floor tile collection, is inspired by Moroccan ceramics and is available in several stand-alone and mixed patterns. Its washed-out, vintage tone will suit designers’ ever-growing demand for tiles with a worn and aged aesthetic.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1057Courtesy the manufacturerAster Collection by Nemo
Aster, Nemo’s porcelain wall-and-floor tile collection, is inspired by Moroccan ceramics and is available in several stand-alone and mixed patterns. Its washed-out, vintage tone will suit designers’ ever-growing demand for tiles with a worn and aged aesthetic.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1057Courtesy the manufacturer -
Taher Asad-Bakhtiari Collection by Bernhardt Textiles
The Iranian artist Taher Asad-Bakhtiari turns his creative attention to designing fabrics, blending time-honored weaving techniques with contemporary aesthetics. The collection incorporates six unique patterns that are available in 52 colorways.
See it at: ICFF, Bernhardt TextilesCourtesy the manufacturerTaher Asad-Bakhtiari Collection by Bernhardt Textiles
The Iranian artist Taher Asad-Bakhtiari turns his creative attention to designing fabrics, blending time-honored weaving techniques with contemporary aesthetics. The collection incorporates six unique patterns that are available in 52 colorways.
See it at: ICFF, Bernhardt TextilesCourtesy the manufacturer -
Sydney Collection by Poliform
The modular Sydney collection of sofa and coffee tables, designed by Jean-Marie Massaud and named after Sydney, Australia, embodies an influence of geometry through the use of angles and lines. The depth and inclination of the seats define the sofa, which is available in a range of upholstery options and matte or glossy footed base.
See it at: Poliform MadisonCourtesy the manufacturerSydney Collection by Poliform
The modular Sydney collection of sofa and coffee tables, designed by Jean-Marie Massaud and named after Sydney, Australia, embodies an influence of geometry through the use of angles and lines. The depth and inclination of the seats define the sofa, which is available in a range of upholstery options and matte or glossy footed base.
See it at: Poliform MadisonCourtesy the manufacturer -
Seedwood Collection by Porcelanosa
Porcelanosa evokes the quality and sophistication associated with craftsmanship in its new Seedwood collection. The wood-look porcelain tiles come in 11 different shades, as well as accent pieces for decorative wall applications, and are also available with an anti-slip finish for outdoor use.
See it at: PorcelanosaCourtesy the manufacturerSeedwood Collection by Porcelanosa
Porcelanosa evokes the quality and sophistication associated with craftsmanship in its new Seedwood collection. The wood-look porcelain tiles come in 11 different shades, as well as accent pieces for decorative wall applications, and are also available with an anti-slip finish for outdoor use.
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Mooon! Light by Fermob USA
Mooon! takes its cue from 19th-century street lamps. The portable, rechargeable light can be used indoors or outdoors, on a table or side table, as mood lighting or a bedside lamp, and to emit bright or filtered light. The lamp comes with an aluminum stand in six colors.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1817 and NYDC Suite 414Courtesy the manufacturerMooon! Light by Fermob USA
Mooon! takes its cue from 19th-century street lamps. The portable, rechargeable light can be used indoors or outdoors, on a table or side table, as mood lighting or a bedside lamp, and to emit bright or filtered light. The lamp comes with an aluminum stand in six colors.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1817 and NYDC Suite 414Courtesy the manufacturer -
Acoustic Collection by Lightart
Lightart is adding to its innovative acoustic lighting collection with the introduction of products like Echo, defined by serially angled fins that evoke a flower. The acoustic lights were tested at NWAA, the world’s largest reverberation chamber. New color options prove that, for Lightart, style and durability are not mutually exclusive.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #143Courtesy the manufacturerAcoustic Collection by Lightart
Lightart is adding to its innovative acoustic lighting collection with the introduction of products like Echo, defined by serially angled fins that evoke a flower. The acoustic lights were tested at NWAA, the world’s largest reverberation chamber. New color options prove that, for Lightart, style and durability are not mutually exclusive.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #143Courtesy the manufacturer -
Dipping Light by Marset
The Spanish lighting powerhouse returns with an innovative light that marries contemporary functionality with handcrafted processes. A bulb is dipped several times in colored paint, resulting in concentric circles of various transparencies that serve to moderate the light and give it texture.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1535Courtesy the manufacturerDipping Light by Marset
The Spanish lighting powerhouse returns with an innovative light that marries contemporary functionality with handcrafted processes. A bulb is dipped several times in colored paint, resulting in concentric circles of various transparencies that serve to moderate the light and give it texture.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1535Courtesy the manufacturer -
KO 01 by NOW CARPETS
Designer Francesc Rifé’s collection for Spanish brand NOW Carpets is inspired by the work of Mark Rothko and the painter’s emphasis on distinct blocks of color. The hand-tufted collection’s geometrical forms and color ranges make dynamic complements to different settings.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1529Courtesy the manufacturerKO 01 by NOW CARPETS
Designer Francesc Rifé’s collection for Spanish brand NOW Carpets is inspired by the work of Mark Rothko and the painter’s emphasis on distinct blocks of color. The hand-tufted collection’s geometrical forms and color ranges make dynamic complements to different settings.
See it at: ICFF, Booth #1529Courtesy the manufacturer -
Mayfair by Vibia
The Mayfair collection encompasses pendant, floor, and table lamps and is available in a range of shade colors for both contemporary and refined luxury settings. The collection’s original inspiration derives from traditional library and billiard lamps of the 18th Century.
See it at: ICFF, VibiaCourtesy the manufacturerMayfair by Vibia
The Mayfair collection encompasses pendant, floor, and table lamps and is available in a range of shade colors for both contemporary and refined luxury settings. The collection’s original inspiration derives from traditional library and billiard lamps of the 18th Century.
See it at: ICFF, VibiaCourtesy the manufacturer
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