Karl Lagerfeld takes Chanel on a nature trail in Paris

Designer’s chic spring collection was presented on an eco-themed runway complete with blue sky and trees in full leaf

Meet the future stars of sustainable fashion

From repurposed fishing nets to restored leather and everlasting denim, these young designers are creating clothes with ethics woven in. Tamsin Blanchard introduces five Bright New Things

Naturally Clicquot 3.0: champagne house transforms grapes into eco-packaging

Veuve Clicquot presents eco-packaging from grapes. French champagne Maison Veuve Clicquot unveiled the third version of the groundbreaking “Naturally Clicquot” eco-packaging made of a byproduct of its own winemaking process. Veuve Clicquot was able to create eco-packaging using grapes. 100% biodegradable and recyclable. This latest eco-responsible innovation follows two previous generations of biodegradable Veuve Clicquot … Read more

1 Undershaft, the tallest skyscraper in the City of London, revealed

Architect Eric Parry unveils plans for tallest skyscraper in the City – but the orgy of billion-pound towers doesn’t stop there

Flat-water surfing: Onean Electric surfboards

This electric jet board from Spanish watersports brand Onean is a real proof that you can surf without any swell and even enjoy high speed over water. Onean offers the adrenaline rush of riding anywhere. Lightweight and fast, the integrated electric-powered jet-propulsion system is environmentally friendly and really intuitive to use. From cruising over the water surface … Read more

German Design Awards 2016: Rams sun lounger and the ten principles for good design

The RAMS sunbed designed by Victor Carrasco for Paola Lenti has been recognised by the German Design Awards within the category of Excellent Product Design in Gardening and Outdoor Living for 2016. Victor Carrasco’s sun lounger design is inspired by the iconic industrial designer Dieter Rams who laid the foundations for refined contemporary design through … Read more