Bridget Goldberg
FS Objects designs minimal metal bar tools
FS Objects, the homeware division of Brooklyn studio Fort Standard, has launched a collection of designs for drinking that includes wine stoppers with simple polished steel and brass tops. More about FS Objects designs minimal metal bar tools
Plywood and plants feature in Solo Arquitetos' studio in Brazil
Brazilian firm Solo Arquitetos has designed its own office, where plywood shelves divide the space, and accents of yellow and green enliven the simple studio. More about Plywood and plants feature in Solo Arquitetos' studio in Brazil
Collective Office founder converts Chicago factory into his apartment and studio
Chicago architect Jeff Klymson has designed a home for himself inside an old industrial building in the city, while reserving the ground floor for the studio of his firm Collective Office. More about Collective Office founder converts Chicago factory into his apartment and studio
Dancing Light House by Kendle Design Collaborative features dramatic pointy roofs
Expansive angled roofs crown this desert house by Arizona firm Kendle Design Collaborative, protecting and shading spaces between walls of rammed earth and exposed concrete. More about Dancing Light House by Kendle Design Collaborative features dramatic pointy roofs
Material trio forms windowless front of UABI's Alpha House in Brazil
Three rectangular volumes of concrete, wood and stone face the street from this "brutal integrated loft" in Brazil, by local architecture firm UABI. More about Material trio forms windowless front of UABI's Alpha House in Brazil
Yayoi Kusama sells spotty skateboards at MoMA Design Store
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has added four designs to a collection of limited-edition skateboard decks, sold at the Museum of Modern Art Design Store in New York, which are covered in her signature polka dots. More about Yayoi Kusama sells spotty skateboards at MoMA Design Store
Alarciaferrer Arquitectos builds Casa MM within Argentinian nature preserve
Argentinian firm Alarciaferrer Arquitectos has designed a house with exposed concrete walls, a sloping roof and an outdoor swimming pool in a rural part of the country. More about Alarciaferrer Arquitectos builds Casa MM within Argentinian nature preserve
Gachot Studios renovates Bocce restaurant at New York's Union Square
A historic limestone pavilion in New York City has been redesigned as an open-air restaurant by local firm Gachot Studios, using a bocce ball court as a focal point. More about Gachot Studios renovates Bocce restaurant at New York's Union Square
New York Public Library launches Insta Novels to make literature "more accessible"
The New York Public Library is posting versions of classic books and accompanying animations to its Instagram stories, encouraging the digital generation to read more. More about New York Public Library launches Insta Novels to make literature "more accessible"
Beauty Shoppe turns century-old Pittsburgh building into co-working space
Co-working company Beauty Shoppe has transformed a historic building in Pittsburgh into one its collaborative workspaces, adding contemporary furniture while retaining characterful details. More about Beauty Shoppe turns century-old Pittsburgh building into co-working space
Maryann Thompson refurbishes and extends shingled Cove House in Martha's Vineyard
Massachusetts firm Maryann Thompson Architects has enlarged a shingle-style house by opening up its ground floor, and building two additions on the grassy coastal property. More about Maryann Thompson refurbishes and extends shingled Cove House in Martha's Vineyard
John Pawson transforms historic convent into Jaffa Hotel in Tel Aviv
British designer John Pawson has completed the overhaul of an ornate convent and hospital into a hotel in Tel Aviv's historic Jaffa neighbourhood. More about John Pawson transforms historic convent into Jaffa Hotel in Tel Aviv
Dame's compact Fin vibrator slots between two fingers
This small sex toy has grooves on either side of its silicone bulb, for fingers to grip onto while providing clitoral stimulation. More about Dame's compact Fin vibrator slots between two fingers
Viewing platform tops Felipe Assadi's Casa Cipolla on Chilean coast
The roof of this concrete house, by Felipe Assadi Arquitectos, doubles as a lookout point for residents to take in views of Chile's coastline. More about Viewing platform tops Felipe Assadi's Casa Cipolla on Chilean coast
Massive white boxes turn LA warehouse into offices by FreelandBuck
Hollow cubes help to transform a large industrial building into offices for a production company in Los Angeles, completed by local studio FreelandBuck. More about Massive white boxes turn LA warehouse into offices by FreelandBuck
"Talented people are flocking" to Charleston for creative opportunities at a slower pace
The charm of Charleston is pulling architects and designers from New York City and beyond, who are revitalising the southern city's historic buildings while developing a contemporary local style. More about "Talented people are flocking" to Charleston for creative opportunities at a slower pace
Solo Arquitetos softens Brazilian office space with light wood details
Brazilian firm Solo Arquitetos has finished a timber company's offices with its own pale wood products, helping to keep the space light and bright while showing off the merchandise. More about Solo Arquitetos softens Brazilian office space with light wood details
Beauty Shoppe furnishes Cleveland co-working space with local products
Coworking company Beauty Shoppe has created a space for collaborative work with a public cafe in Cleveland, Ohio, as part of its growing number of co-working projects. More about Beauty Shoppe furnishes Cleveland co-working space with local products
AIA demands "blanket ban" on asbestos following new EPA regulation
The American Institute of Architects has denounced a US government proposal that could allow the manufacture of new asbestos products, following a significant backlash from the architecture community at-large. More about AIA demands "blanket ban" on asbestos following new EPA regulation
Chequered blue sports venue reinvigorates impoverished Mexico City neighbourhood
Mexican design studio All Arquitectura has created a vibrant football and basketball court for one of the poorest and most violent areas of Mexico City. More about Chequered blue sports venue reinvigorates impoverished Mexico City neighbourhood