American architecture studio Gensler has completed the Fifth + Tillery office in Austin, Texas, which uses a canopy of photovoltaic panels to create shade for the plaza and roof terrace. More about Gensler uses solar-panel canopy to shade mass-timber Texas office
California studio OWIU has revamped the interior of a 1950s home, adding elements that were inspired by traditional Japanese inns to create a peaceful environment. More about OWIU creates tranquil environment in mid-century LA home
Dezeen School Shows: a centre for meditation and mindfulness and a landmark that emphasises the creativity of Kentucky artisans are included in Dezeen's latest school shows by students at the University of Kentucky College of Design. More about University of Kentucky College of Design presents 10 student design projects
Dezeen Showroom: design duo Ludovica + Roberto Palomba have created an outdoor sofa for Italian furniture brand Poltrona Frau called Solaria modular sofa, which can be arranged in multiple configurations. More about Solaria modular sofa by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba for Poltrona Frau
Dezeen Showroom: created by designer Jeffrey Ibañez for Swiss brand Impact Acoustic, the Gatsby wall covering features a pattern of fine lines that recalls the art deco era. More about Gatsby wall covering by Jeffrey Ibañez for Impact Acoustic
Syrian architects Marwa Al-Sabouni and Ghassan Jansiz have created a pop-up, crescent-shaped colonnade on the seafront in Hove, England, assembled from CNC-cut plywood. More about Pop-up plywood colonnade in Hove references Islamic architecture
Architect Carlo Ratti is among a group of MIT researchers exploring the feasibility of fighting climate change with a conglomeration of "space bubbles" that would float above the Earth to reflect the sun's rays. More about MIT researchers propose using Space Bubble shield to reflect the sun
Dezeen Showroom: Oell is a versatile and sculptural side table with a chunky base and an overhanging top, created by French designer Jean-Marie Massaud for Italian brand Arper. More about Oell side table by Jean-Marie Massaud for Arper
Designer Kickie Chudikova has filled a room at Milan design week with kaleidoscopic furniture and lighting informed by the appearance of insects to promote the importance of biodiversity. More about Kickie Chudikova creates installation of technicolour insectile furniture and lighting
Seventies decor, French bistros and indigenous flowers are some of the references design studio Luchetti Krelle has mixed inside this bar in Sydney, Australia, which occupies a converted butcher. More about Luchetti Krelle creates eclectic bar Jane inside former butcher shop