FGMF wraps São Paulo skyscraper around "internal semi-public square"
Local architecture studio FGMF Arquitetos has created a multi-use skyscraper in São Paulo named POD Pinheiros that includes an open-air central atrium. More
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New York City unveils controversial revamp of "I ♥ NY" logo
The City of New York has released an updated version of its unofficial emblem – Milton Glaser's iconic "I ♥ NY" logo – as part of a citywide campaign to "inspire optimism and civic action" post-pandemic. More
Code lighting collection by Nightworks Studio
Dezeen Showroom: New Zealand lighting brand Nightworks Studio has designed a modular lighting system from hand-blown glass that reference the lines, dots and dashes of Morse code. More
The Avon Collection acoustic panels by Freyja Sewell for The Collective
Dezeen Showroom: designer Freyja Sewell has created a collection of acoustic panels that nod to the "flowing waters of Cornwall" for The Collective. More
Atelier Gratia designs angular concrete courtyard house in Taiwan
An angular wall of exposed concrete informed by origami wraps this courtyard home in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, designed by local studio Atelier Gratia to be a "sanctuary" from the surrounding city. More
Woodio develops toilet made from wood chips
Finnish design company Woodio has created a toilet, where everything from the seat to the bowl is formed from wood composite that reportedly generates 99 per cent fewer emissions in its production than ceramics. More
Fire safety expert "extremely concerned" about mass-timber buildings
World-leading fire safety expert José Torero has told Dezeen he is "extremely concerned" about mass-timber buildings being constructed around the world. More
Pearl Stile collection tiles by Casalgrande Padana
Dezeen Showroom: finishes that recall traditional stone craftsmanship feature in Casalgrande Padana's Stile tile collection, which includes a light grey Pearl colour. More
"To be both bland and overly grandiose seems difficult" says commenter
In this week's comments update, readers discussed an opinion piece arguing against awarding the Pritzker prize to David Chipperfield and continued debating 15-minute cities, following an interview with its creator. More
One week left to save 20 per cent on your Dezeen Awards entry
There's just one week left to save 20 per cent on entry fees for Dezeen Awards 2023! On top of this, don't forget that small companies pay half the price. More
Chatsworth House exhibition offers visitors a "strange moment of time travel"
A fluffy wardrobe and monolithic stone furniture feature in a contemporary art and design trail woven through the ornate interior and gardens of Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, England. More
Are mass-timber buildings a fire safety risk?
Architects enthusiastic about mass timber must improve their understanding of fire safety or risk disaster, experts tell Dezeen as part of the Timber Revolution series. More
Seven expressive works that demonstrate the "sculptural power" of Angelo Mangiarotti
Italian architect Angelo Mangiarotti is the focus of a major retrospective at the Triennale Milano museum. Here, the exhibition's curator Fulvio Irace picks seven key works from the show. More