Bentley renovates industrial art deco building into innovative studio for its designers
Promotion: car brand Bentley has transformed its art deco-style B1 building in Crewe into a specialist design studio, which aims to celebrate the site's heritage while focusing on the company's future. More about Bentley renovates industrial art deco building into innovative studio for its designers
"Microplastic aquarium" that collects and stores microplastics among proposals from Birmingham City University
Dezeen School Shows: an architectural intervention designed to capture and process plastic is among the projects from Birmingham City University. More about "Microplastic aquarium" that collects and stores microplastics among proposals from Birmingham City University
Spark acoustic lighting by Impact Acoustic
Dezeen Showroom: Swiss brand Impact Acoustic has put a sound-dampening spin on a classic style of lighting with Spark, an acoustic pendant lamp. More about Spark acoustic lighting by Impact Acoustic
Gothenburg sustainable fishing proposal among projects from the Royal Danish Academy
Dezeen School Shows: a proposal to redesign Gothenburg's harbour to support sustainable fishing is among the projects from the Royal Danish Academy. More about Gothenburg sustainable fishing proposal among projects from the Royal Danish Academy
Stamping chair by Thinkk Studio
Dezeen Showroom: Thai design practice Thinkk Studio aided a struggling Bangkok-based metalwork factory by collaborating on the design and manufacturing of a chair made from perforated steel. More about Stamping chair by Thinkk Studio
Wide Guy door pull by YSG for Bankston Architectural
Dezeen Showroom: Australian interior design studio YSG collaborated with door hardware brand Bankston Architectural on this oversized door pull striped with different-coloured woods. More about Wide Guy door pull by YSG for Bankston Architectural
Water cremation centre among projects from Norwich University of the Arts
Dezeen School Shows: an aquamation centre that "reimagines death as ecological renewal" is among the projects from Norwich University of the Arts. More about Water cremation centre among projects from Norwich University of the Arts
Press armchair and bench by Studio Truly Truly for Design By Them
Dezeen Showroom: plump cushions contrast with angular wooden frames in this armchair and bench duo, created by design studio Studio Truly Truly for Australian brand Design By Them. More about Press armchair and bench by Studio Truly Truly for Design By Them
Ruffini chair by Mungenast / Morroni
Dezeen Showroom: German architecture studio Mungenast / Morroni aimed to be at the forefront of manufacturing and sustainability with this chair, which is 3D-printed from recycled plastic. More about Ruffini chair by Mungenast / Morroni
Abandoned site revival among latest competitions on Dezeen
Dezeen Competitions: this week, we've found five architecture and design competitions that are currently available to enter, including competitions to design a family retreat and an urban sculpture. More about Abandoned site revival among latest competitions on Dezeen
Indonesia Design Week returns in September for second annual edition
Promotion: Indonesia Design Week has announced its second annual event, which will take place in the Indonesia Design District PIK2 this September. More about Indonesia Design Week returns in September for second annual edition
Farm prioritising food and energy production among projects from Lancaster University
Dezeen School Shows: an ecological farm in the Lake District, UK, with a focus on food and energy production is among ten projects by students at Lancaster University. More about Farm prioritising food and energy production among projects from Lancaster University
Miko (C) armchair by Tsuguji Sasaki for Bendi-Bangkok
Dezeen Showroom: the elegant simplicity of steam-bent solid wood defines the Miko (C) armchair, created by designer Tsuguji Sasaki for Thai brand Bendi-Bangkok. More about Miko (C) armchair by Tsuguji Sasaki for Bendi-Bangkok
Marmomac 2025 presents the latest innovations for the stone industry
Promotion: international trade show Marmomac will return for its 59th edition in September, presenting the latest trends and technology for building with natural stone. More about Marmomac 2025 presents the latest innovations for the stone industry
Personalised fracture cast among projects from New Designers
Dezeen School Shows: an orthopaedic cast with customisable features is among the projects from New Designers. More about Personalised fracture cast among projects from New Designers
Post-industrial landscape reimagined into park among projects from the University of Sheffield
Dezeen School Shows: an urban park with creative spaces informed by Huddersfield's natural environment is among the landscape projects from students at the University of Sheffield. More about Post-industrial landscape reimagined into park among projects from the University of Sheffield
Pavilion informed by Mexican weaving among projects from Universidad Anáhuac Puebla
Dezeen School Shows: a woven pavilion that explores the relationship between light and movement is among the student projects from Universidad Anáhuac Puebla. More about Pavilion informed by Mexican weaving among projects from Universidad Anáhuac Puebla
Biodegradable urn among design projects from the University of Ljubljana
Dezeen School Shows: a biodegradable urn made of blood and hair is among the experimental student projects from the University of Ljubljana. More about Biodegradable urn among design projects from the University of Ljubljana
Spatial learning device among projects from Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Dezeen School Shows: a spatial learning device designed to help children understand geometry is among the projects from Hong Kong Polytechnic University. More about Spatial learning device among projects from Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Connection-making app among projects from Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Dezeen School Shows: a redesign of the Bumble dating app, which prioritises friendships, is among the projects from Hong Kong Polytechnic University. More about Connection-making app among projects from Hong Kong Polytechnic University