Studio Arthur Casas uses books to brighten "austere" law office in Brazil
Bookcases and partitions appear not to meet the ground at this chocolate-coloured workplace in São Paulo, by Studio Arthur Casas. More
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Pitched-roof structure revitalises public space at Veracruz port
An underused public space in Veracruz, Mexico, has been given new life by Rozana Montiel and Alvin V Wallach, who built a canopy over the plaza to protect it from the elements. More
Gufram's latest furniture collection takes its cues from the disco era
Italian brand Gufram will present a collection of discotheque-inspired carpets and furniture during this year's Milan design week. More
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New material made from desert sand could offer low-carbon alternative to concrete
A team of scientists in the UK have developed a biodegradable construction material made from desert sand – a resource that has until now been useless for construction. More
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Loewe and Anthea Hamilton design costumes for Tate Britain installation
Anthea Hamilton and Loewe creative director Jonathan Anderson looked to the different varieties of squash and pumpkins when designing the costumes for an immersive installation at London's Tate Britain. More
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This week, Grenfell Tower developments dominated headlines
This week on Dezeen, Grenfell Tower became a major talking point once again. More
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Philippe Starck restores time-worn interiors of the Quadri restaurant in Venice
French designer Philippe Starck has worked alongside Venetian artisans to restore this 18th-century restaurant, refreshing its upholstered walls, chandeliers and decadent furnishings. More
