Designing Tomorrow

Designing Tomorrow – a series of interviews with the minds shaping our future. Leading designers and experts in research, development and innovation give an insight into their work and thinking. They share their views, doubts, ideas and visions. Tackling topics such as innovation, responsibility, circular economy and artificial intelligence – and how these developments are redefining their profession.

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Konstantin Grcic on AI and the Furniture Industry

“Furniture is my great passion.” Few German designers have shaped the international design landscape in recent decades as much as Konstantin Grcic. Now, for the first time, he has stepped…

Interview: Jasmin Jouhar, June 23, 2025

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Marjan van Aubel on the Future of Solar Design

When searching for ‘solar design’, one often encounters technically inclined photovoltaic systems. However, Marjan van Aubel sees herself as an ambassador for solar energy that subtly shapes…

Interview: Markus Hieke, June 06, 2025

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Erwan Bouroullec on Simplicity and Responsibility

Erwan Bouroullec is considered a somewhat of a hippie among contemporary designers. His approach is unconventional and dreamy, but still precise and reliable. As part of our Designing…

Interview: Jasmin Jouhar, April 23, 2025

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Stefan Diez on the Circular Economy and Design as an Attitude

Stefan Diez, one of Germany’s most prominent designers, has been exploring the circular economy for years. In our new ‘Designing Tomorrow’ series, he talks about why sustainable design is…

Interview: Jasmin Jouhar, March 25, 2025