New design finds | May 2026

It’s time for another round-up of recent design launches that have caught my eye, and this month’s selection is a good one. There are sculptural wall lamps and pendant lights, relaunched Italian mid-century classics, beautiful bathroom furniture and accessories, and a minimalist rug collection from one of my favourite Danish brands. There’s also a gorgeous new range of nature-inspired fronts for customising standard IKEA and Howdens kitchens – just read on for details…

Timeless wall sconces from Lam Lighting

I’m starting with Lam Lighting, an independent British studio known for its handcrafted porcelain designs. It has just introduced a new wall-sconce collection – a family of timeless and versatile lamps that sit close to the wall, intended for use on their own or in combination with matching ceiling lights from the wider range.

Made in small batches, the sconces feature Lam Lighting’s signature raw unglazed porcelain, which is known for its tactile surface, subtle translucence and durable, stain-resistant finish. They act as sculptural objects within a space, with a quiet elegance that suits traditional and contemporary schemes alike. I particularly like the ‘Giselle’ lamp, with its gently ruffled shape inspired by a ballerina’s tutu, and the pared-back simplicity of the ‘Fonteyn’. Their low profile makes them ideal for hallways, stairways, bedsides and other tight spots, as well as areas that require illumination without visual heaviness; they’re also IP20-rated, making them suitable for use in kitchens and bathrooms outside of wet zones.

All the sconces come in several sizes and are available to order now. Prices start at £154.

New pendant lights from MOEBE

There’s also lighting news from Danish brand MOEBE, which has added two new pendants to its collection.

Made from two layers of Japanese paper that are pulled inwards at five precise points, the ‘Sinuate’ pendant has a soft, sculptural form created entirely through tension. The result is a delicate interplay of curves, shadows and material simplicity – a light that makes a statement without overwhelming the room it sits in. It’s available with brass or stainless-steel detailing and comes in 60cm and 75cm diameters, priced at €400 and €480 respectively.

In contrast, the ‘Ceramic Cone’ pendant has a clean-lined conical shade with a matt, fine-textured surface made from unglazed clay. It comes in a white finish, with a slight translucence that creates a diffused glow, and in light ochre and warm umber variants that cast a warmer, more focused downlight. It works brilliantly over tables, counters, bedsides and seating areas, either as a single lamp or in pairs or trios. It’s available now, priced at €200.

Revived rattan classics from GUBI & Bonacina 1889

Next up is GUBI, which has teamed up with Lombardy-based rattan specialist Bonacina 1889 to relaunch Italian architect and designer Tito Agnoli’s ‘P3’ lounge chair and ‘P3S’ chaise longue.

First created in 1964, the ‘P3’ and ‘P3S’ are considered some of the finest examples of mid-century rattan furniture. Agnoli’s work was defined by clarity, simplicity and materiality, all of which are evident in their combination of geometric forms, warm tactility and artisanal craftsmanship. Each piece is formed around a continuous tubular steel frame, which is bent into shape and welded before being wrapped in rattan – a process that’s carried out entirely by hand and takes several days to complete. The finished items balance structure, strength and softness, with a gentle playfulness and subtle variations in texture and tone.

As well as reviving the original indoor versions of the ‘P3’ and ‘P3S’, GUBI and Bonacina 1889 have created new outdoor editions made from an extruded polyethylene fibre. This replicates the look and feel of natural rattan while offering increased durability and weather-resistance. Both iterations are available to order now, with the lounge chair starting at €1,099 / £999 and the chaise longue at €1,399 / £1,299.

Nature-inspired kitchen fronts from HUSK x Ro Projects

Next up is Bristol-based kitchen company HUSK, which makes bespoke fronts for standard IKEA and Howdens units. Its latest collection has just been unveiled and features painted doors created in collaboration with another Bristol company, interior design studio Ro Projects.

The collection features a curated palette of 11 custom colours and draws inspiration from the natural landscapes of the English countryside and the Mediterranean, which often feature in the artworks of Ro Projects founder Rosa Roig-Fiol. Reflecting limestone, clay, olive groves and shifting coastal skies, the hues sit between neutral and accent, warm and cool, offering a timeless alternative to fleeting trends. Each colour has been developed to complement the others, meaning they can be layered, paired or contrasted while still feeling cohesive. They’re also incredibly versatile and can be used to create calm, understated kitchens or more expressive schemes.

The fronts are crafted from a moisture-resistant MDF core with an FSC-certified crown ash timber veneer, and finished with an environmentally friendly water-based spray paint that allows the wood grain to show through. They’re available to order online or via HUSK’s Bristol showroom, with prices starting at around £3,950 for a small kitchen.

An elegant bathroom collection from Roper Rhodes

Sticking with West Country companies, Bath-based bathroom specialist Roper Rhodes has launched a new collection called ‘Walcot’. Named after an area of the Unesco-listed city, it blends heritage-inspired styling with modern convenience and encompasses furniture, fixtures, illuminated mirrors and accessories.

Central to the collection is a range of vanity units made from real-wood veneer, with elegant raised-edged profiles, tapered metal legs and soft-close drawers. They’re available in matt white, light oak and walnut, and can be customised with various handles in brushed brass or brushed nickel. Fixtures include taps and showers featuring an updated take on classic crosshead detailing, while mirrors offer innovative technology such as touch sensors, colour-changing presets and brightness controls. There are also robe hooks, towel rings and toilet-roll holders with gentle curves.

The ‘Walcot’ collection is available now via Roper Rhodes and its stockists, with vanity units starting at £1,000, taps at £110, showers at £695, mirrors at £350 and accessories at £80.

Neutral rugs from New Works

Finally, one of my favourite Danish brands, New Works, has added rugs to its collection, with two different designs to choose from.

Created by Swedish designer and long-term New Works collaborator Lotte Agaton, the ‘Knot’ rug is woven from soft yet sturdy rope and finished with a simple knot that sits casually in one corner. Thick and chunky in expression, it comes in three versatile neutrals – ‘Warm Grey’, ‘Soft Brown’ and ‘Off-White’ – and two different sizes, with the scale of the rope increasing proportionally as the rug gets bigger.

The ‘Sway’ rug, meanwhile, takes inspiration from the gentle movement of nature, with the motion of wind, waves and grass interpreted as an irregular weave with small raised bobbles. The result is a tactile bouclé-like texture that suits a wide variety of spaces, again available in two sizes and a choice of three neutral colours (‘Oat’, ‘Muscat’ and ‘Taupe’).

Both rugs are conceived not as individual pieces but as surfaces upon which furniture, lamps and objects can settle into place. They’re available now, priced from €1,580 and €1,315 respectively.

All photography courtesy of the respective brands