Proposal to revive Kenzo Tange’s Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium wins Radical Renewal Competition
Designer Ethan Akiyama Poh has won Dezeen and Bentley‘s Radical Renewal Competition with a concept that reimagines architect Kenzo Tange‘s disused post-war gymnasium, currently facing demolition, as a thriving civic destination. Read more
Frama designs first international store in Tokyo to « reflect the architecture of wellbeing »
Design brand Frama has opened its first permanent shop outside of Denmark in Tokyo, Japan, with a tactile, minimalist interior dominated by wood and stone. Read more
Acme Brick helps make dermatologist’s office a « visual playground »
Promotion: the slender Fusion thin bricks by brick manufacturer Acme Brick lend a pearlescent quality to the facades of this office building in Texas, designed by US studio An.onymous. Read more
15 Creative Uses Of Negative Space In Advertising
Negative space—the “empty” areas around and between design elements—is one of the most powerful tools in visual communication. When used cleverly, as we saw in the negative space logo designs, it can convey dual meanings, create memorable logos, and deliver striking messages without clutter. In advertising, negative space isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about storytelling. …
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Snøhetta completes arched extension to St Louis’ Powell Hall
Architecture studio Snøhetta has completed a sculptural addition to the home of St Louis Symphony Orchestra in St Louis, USA, while revamping historical interiors and creating a public-facing plaza. Read more
Blackdot’s AI-powered tattoo device promises to make tattoos faster and less painful
Austin-based startup Blackdot has developed an AI-powered tattoo device it says is faster, safer, and less painful than a human-made tattoo. Read more
New design school described as « laboratory for our global future » opens to postgraduate students
Promotion: the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation (ACDF) has launched the Aral School, a new ecological education programme open to applications until 5 October. Read more
Five touchable tiles by Marazzi on Dezeen Showroom
Dezeen Showroom: from intricate tiles to stone-effect surfaces, 2025 has seen Italian manufacturer Marazzi list another handful of its products on Dezeen Showroom. Read more
Magners Rebrand: A Fresh Take on Irish Heritage Through Graphic Design
Irish cider brand Magners has unveiled a bold new visual identity, blending contemporary design with the rich, rustic charm of its heritage. The rebrand—crafted by Chris Rowson—reimagines Magners’ storytelling through vibrant typography, earthy textures, and a refreshed color palette that nods to tradition while feeling unmistakably modern. Rooted in Irish Craftsmanship Magners’ legacy stretches back to …
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Julius Nielsen completes tiny 12-sided church in Copenhagen
Danish architect Julius Nielsen has created a small timber church in Copenhagen, which features a 12-sided hall symbolising the 12 apostles. Read more
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