Origami does away with that pesky (but long-standing) design feature: the steel frame. The design of the steel-ribbed umbrella has changed little since it was introduced in the 1850s, but the ...

You can unfold a new look for your outdoor spaces this summer with the latest designer umbrellas. These cool shades do more than just block the sun – they function as a design element in outdoor décor ...

Umbrellas have been around for thousands of years but, aside from the introduction of the collapsible umbrella in 1935, their design has remained largely unchanged - despite the well known design ...

The Internet of Things is slowly reinventing our world, turning dumb objects like our fridges and cars into smart, connected devices. And yes, it's even happened to our umbrellas. Haz is a “smart” ...

Susan Spencer highlights some everyday items that are so well-designed, they're hard to improve upon: Sure, it keeps you dry, but have you ever really looked at your umbrella? "Most people take it for ...

11 best umbrellas, tried and tested in wet and windy weather - We put a range of brollies to the test in drizzle, heavy rain ...

Insights are the gold dust of our industry, but the truth is that a simple observation is a powerful thing. Observing how dangerous umbrellas can be to your eyes led Kiwi Greig Brebner to turn points ...