Grimshaw and UEL develop Sugarcrete blocks that « could replace the traditional brick industry »
Architecture studio Grimshaw and the University of East London have collaborated to create Sugarcrete, a biomaterial construction block with an interlocking shape made from the sugarcane by-product bagasse. Read more
Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Piero Lissoni
Italian architect Piero Lissoni has joined Dezeen Awards 2023 as a judge. Here, he selects five projects that best reflect his studio’s work. Read more
« Even if naively, Charles is entangled in the far-right’s weaponisation of architecture »
With Charles III set to be officially crowned this Saturday, Robert Bevan reflects on the cultural and political implications of the king’s famous love for traditional architecture. Read more
Nendo designs beer can with two pull tabs to « create an ideal foam »
Japanese design studio Nendo has developed an alternative beer can with two angled pull tabs, which were manufactured to control the level of foam produced by opening the can. Read more
Loewe turns classic stick chairs into « sculptural objects »
Fashion brand Loewe has worked with global artisans to create a collection of wooden chairs decorated with woven materials including foil, shearling and paper that was shown as part of Milan design week. Read more
« It’s important to start reimagining how we reuse buildings » says Jeanne Gang
People working in the built environment should prioritise the reuse of existing buildings and aim to increase the sustainability of concrete, said American architect Jeanne Gang. Read more
The Brooklyn Brownstone Color Project
Ruxandra Duru lovingly gathered 130 color samples of brownstones Brooklyn. What a wonderful side project. (She’s done something similar with Coffee too)
Window Graphics in Las Vegas: WP Graphics
In such a competitive market, window graphics can quickly and affordably make your company stand out. If you have not renewed your business’ exterior appearance for a while, this may be the sign to do so. Pun intended. Keep on reading if it sounds interesting, as it may boost your business more than one would …
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Watch the second part of DesignTalks 2023 focusing on design’s response to social challenges
Dezeen has teamed up with DesignMarch to livestream a day of talks focused on the importance of design in addressing global challenges. Watch the last two sessions here from 2:30pm London time. Read more
Snøhetta places shingle-clad viewing tower on mountain peak in Austria
Norwegian architecture practice Snøhetta has built Top of Alpbachtal, an angular timber viewing tower in a popular skiing area in the Tyrolean Alps that sits 2,030 metres above sea level. Read more
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