Air-filtering bus takes to the streets in the UK
UK transport operator Go-Ahead has launched a bus with a rooftop filter that removes air pollution as it travels. More about Air-filtering bus takes to the streets in the UK
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RAAAF and Atelier de Lyon slice open huge wave machine to create Deltawerk monument
A 250-metre-long concrete basin, built in the Netherlands in 1977 to test defences against rising sea levels, is ripped apart and flooded to form this colossal artwork. More about RAAAF and Atelier de Lyon slice open huge wave machine to create Deltawerk monument
Top five architecture and design jobs in the Netherlands this week
Our pick of the five best roles available on Dezeen Jobs in the Netherlands this week include positions with architecture firm OMA and Dutch design studio Marcel Wanders. More about Top five architecture and design jobs in the Netherlands this week
Eight collectible design pieces from PAD London that focus on natural forms and materials
The PAD London art and design fair began this week in London, with 68 galleries showing work. We've chosen eight of the best contemporary pieces inspired by the natural world, including charred wooden chairs and a mirror adorned with feathers. More about Eight collectible design pieces from PAD London that focus on natural forms and materials
Steven Chilton Architects designs Wuxi Show Theatre with white columns and golden canopy
A forest of slender white columns will support a latticed roof of metallic louvres covering a theatre by Steven Chilton Architects in Wuxi, China. More about Steven Chilton Architects designs Wuxi Show Theatre with white columns and golden canopy
Eaton DC hotel mixes politically charged elements with retro interiors
A new hotel concept championing "progressive social change" has opened its first location in Washington DC, with spaces including a members' club, a wellness centre and three eateries designed by Gachot Studios, and Parts and Labor Design. More about Eaton DC hotel mixes politically charged elements with retro interiors
Davidpompa's Meta lamp combines volcanic stone and glossy black finish
Mexico City design studio Davidpompa has created a black pendant lamp from volcanic rock more commonly used to make bowls for smashing avocado. More about Davidpompa's Meta lamp combines volcanic stone and glossy black finish
"Fortress-like" Treow Brycg house by Omar Gandhi braces for Nova Scotia weather
A canted dark wall runs the length of this beachside residence by Omar Gandhi Architect, forming a buffer against inclement conditions on the Canadian coast. More about "Fortress-like" Treow Brycg house by Omar Gandhi braces for Nova Scotia weather
Richard Littler creates satirical poster for UK's proposed "Festival of Brexit Britain"
London-based designer Richard Littler has created a satirical poster for the Festival of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, based on the cover of the original guide for the 1951 Festival of Britain. More about Richard Littler creates satirical poster for UK's proposed "Festival of Brexit Britain"
DAA uses economical materials for Sandler Training centre in Nebraska
Architecture firm DAA has created an education centre for a suburban site in the American Midwest, which features standing-seam metal cladding and a colourful interior. More about DAA uses economical materials for Sandler Training centre in Nebraska
Perforated walls and subterranean spaces keep students cool at New Delhi school
Indian architecture studio Morphogenesis has rebuilt a school in New Delhi, using traditional methods, including walls punctuated by a pattern of square openings, to help combat the harsh climate. More about Perforated walls and subterranean spaces keep students cool at New Delhi school
Priestmangoode reveals its first full-scale prototype of hyperloop capsule
Hyperloop Transportation Technologies has unveiled a prototype of a full-scale hyperloop passenger capsule designed by Priestmangoode, which has been built using the newly developed material Vibranium. More about Priestmangoode reveals its first full-scale prototype of hyperloop capsule
Rick Owens sets runway on fire at Paris Fashion Week show
A flaming pyre took centre stage at Rick Owens' Spring Summer 2019 womenswear show at the Palais de Tokyo, during Paris Fashion Week. More about Rick Owens sets runway on fire at Paris Fashion Week show
Coloured curtains stand out against white walls in Artek's Helsinki headquarters
SevilPeach has designed the headquarters for Finnish furniture brand Artek, with vivid theatre-style curtains and pale surfaces serving as a backdrop for its collection of minimalist tables and chairs. More about Coloured curtains stand out against white walls in Artek's Helsinki headquarters
Barcelona simplifies crest to promote the team in "the world of digital media"
Brand consultancy Summa has subtly re-designed FC Barcelona's badge, and created a new personalised typeface and visual system for the football club. More about Barcelona simplifies crest to promote the team in "the world of digital media"
Elzelinde van Doleweerd creates 3D-printed snacks from food waste
Eindhoven University of Technology graduate Elzelinde van Doleweerd has teamed up with a China-based technology company to create food products 3D-printed from leftover food. More about Elzelinde van Doleweerd creates 3D-printed snacks from food waste
MAD breaks ground on "extraterrestrial" sports campus in China
Construction has begun on the Quzhou Sports Campus in China, with stadiums designed by MAD that will rise from a landscaped park like volcanoes. More about MAD breaks ground on "extraterrestrial" sports campus in China
Watch our talk with Studio Swine in Brooklyn
Dezeen spoke to British-Japanese design duo Studio Swine about the future of technology, art and design during this talk held in New York at Brooklyn creative space A/D/O. More about Watch our talk with Studio Swine in Brooklyn
Amazon to develop Alexa-enabled prefab homes
Amazon has invested in Californian home design and prefabrication company Plant Prefab, with plans to integrate its suite of voice-controlled Alexa devices into affordable easy-to-build houses. More about Amazon to develop Alexa-enabled prefab homes
"Amin, it's ugly demolish it"
In this week's comments update, readers can't agree on whether architect Amin Taha's Dezeen Award-shortlisted housing block is beautiful, or ugly and should be demolished. More about "Amin, it's ugly demolish it"