Architects and academics accuse UCL of instigating Bartlett « witch-hunt »
Architects and academics including Amin Taha, Vicky Richardson, Peter Murray and Piers Gough have criticised UCL for releasing a report into the toxic culture at the Bartlett School of Architecture in an open letter. Read more
Soof Azani and Lir Braverman propose collapsible solar-powered bike for last-mile deliveries
Soof Azani and Lir Braverman’s proposal for a solar-powered cargo bike that aims to facilitate local deliveries is the latest of 10 visionary transportation projects selected for Dezeen’s Future Mobility Competition powered by Arrival. Read more
« Our support needs to be with the trans community » say queer designers 50 years on from first official UK pride march
The 50th anniversary of Pride in the UK is a « stark reminder » of how far there is to go to achieve LGBT+ equality in the design industry, especially when it comes to transgender rights, designers have told Dezeen. Read more
Adjaye Associates to redevelop International Slavery Museum and Maritime Museum in Liverpool
British studio Adjaye Associates has been appointed to create the architectural design for the redevelopment of Liverpool’s International Slavery Museum and Maritime Museum, with Ralph Appelbaum Associates chosen to lead the exhibition design. Read more
AGi Architects designs Tamdeen Square towers as a « vertical neighbourhood » overlooking the Persian Gulf
International firm AGi Architects has completed a trio of residential towers in Kuwait City featuring varied facade openings and layouts that provide each apartment with unique sea views. Read more
Dezeen Debate newsletter features a treehouse hotel room by BIG
The latest edition of Dezeen Debate features a treehouse hotel room by BIG. Subscribe to Dezeen Debate now! Read more
Wheeler Kearns Architects place wood-clad living rooms inside Michigan greenhouse
Wheeler Kearns Architects has completed a multipurpose greenhouse for an organic farm in Michigan to host meals and events, grow produce and host classes. Read more
Fifteen design projects by students at Savannah College of Art
Dezeen School Shows: an olive-hued lounge chair that forms part of a three-piece furniture collection and an education centre in Peru are included in Dezeen’s latest school show by students at Savannah College of Art. Read more
Google in discussions to make postmodern Thompson Center its Chicago HQ
Technology company Google is reportedly in negotiations to buy the Helmut Jahn-designed James R Thompson Center in Chicago. Read more
Sisu wall light by Studio Rik ten Velden
Dezeen Showroom: Dutch design practice Studio Rik ten Velden has released the Sisu wall light, which provides ambient indirect lighting that highlights its sculptural form. Read more
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