German Design

Design Trends informs you about the latest developments from the world of design in Germany. The online magazine contains articles on design-related subjects, portraits, information on projects by the Goethe-Institut and relevant links.
    David Hanauer, Photo Franziska Beyer

    The Concept Is the Concept: David Hanauer

    He hasn’t even graduated yet from the College of Design in Karlsruhe, but David Hanauer, 30, is already gaining international attention. With his conceptual designs, he investigates not only the essence of things, but our perception of them. More...
      Audi 100 Coupé S, Photo: Audi Archiv

      The Germans’ favourite Toy – The History of Automotive Design

      Bernd Polster, designer and publicist, answers some questions on the history of automotive design, fleet design and classic cars. More...
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        How do Germans live? A current study provides great insight into their private sphere

        Open floor plans, large eat-in kitchens or a combination of home and office? A current study of the ways Germans live has shown that what lifestyle magazines point out as a trend has, in fact, very little to do with reality. More ...


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          Mathematisch-Physikalischer Salon, Festsaal © Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, Foto:Hans Christian Krass

          “From a time when street view involved going outside” (04/15/2013)

          On 14 April 2013, the Mathematisch-Physikalischer Salon – the Royal Cabinet of Mathematical and Physical Instruments – will be reopening at the Zwinger in Dresden.More ...
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          Blog „Rosinenpicker“: Discover the Design of Berlin

          It is likely to have spread really almost up to the last corner of the world, that Berlin is hip and totally creative. Gestalten publishers now have released a “Berlin Design Guide” in English language. More ... Deutsche Flagge

            Design from Germany

            Goethe-Institut Residencies

            Foto: iStockphoto Richard Prudhomme
            “Space for new perspectives” – Information about residencies around the globe

            Meet the Germans

            Travelwriter Rory MacLean talks to Berlin’s “design ambassador” Alexandra Martini.

            Monuments of German design

            Insights into the world of product design and German everyday culture

            Dossier: Communication Design in Germany

            Rich Traditions, creativity and high turnover

            Fashion Scene in Germany

            Articles on recent German fashion trends and topics, designer portraits, projects, links