Lizzie Crook
ODA skyscraper nears completion atop historic post office in Rotterdam
A 150-metre-high skyscraper punctuated by arched windows is nearing completion in Rotterdam, designed by New York studio ODA as part of an adaptive reuse project involving an old post office. More about ODA skyscraper nears completion atop historic post office in Rotterdam
Parametricism "changed how we think" as architects says Melike Altınışık
The theories of parametricism have positively influenced the direction of architecture, but the ambition to make it the universal style is misguided, says Turkish architect Melike Altınışık in this interview. More about Parametricism "changed how we think" as architects says Melike Altınışık
Ten DesignMarch highlights that encapsulate Iceland's eclectic creative scene
From a fish-skin lamp to housing wrapped in road barriers, here are Dezeen's picks of the top exhibits at this year's DesignMarch in Iceland. More about Ten DesignMarch highlights that encapsulate Iceland's eclectic creative scene
Tour Triangle skyscraper by Herzog & de Meuron tops out in Paris
The controversial Tour Triangle, a trapezoidal skyscraper in Paris by Swiss studio Herzog & de Meuron, has topped out at 180 metres. More about Tour Triangle skyscraper by Herzog & de Meuron tops out in Paris
A simple guide to parametricism
What actually is parametricism? As part of our series on the style, we've written a quick and simple overview of the notoriously complex and contentious concept. More about A simple guide to parametricism
Seven blow-up chairs that hark back to the 1990s
Following IKEA's launch of the inflatable PS 2026 Easy Chair, we take a look at seven blow-up chair designs that build on the memorable 1990s teen-bedroom furniture fad. More about Seven blow-up chairs that hark back to the 1990s
Dezeen's top five houses of April 2026
Glass blocks and rammed earth were among the unconventional materials used to create the most popular houses featured on Dezeen in April. More about Dezeen's top five houses of April 2026
Hollaway Studio continues "story of Dungeness" with Westview Cottage
A monochrome palette of wood and metal marks out this low-lying house in Britain's only desert, designed by architecture practice Hollaway Studio as an evolution of its dilapidated predecessor. More about Hollaway Studio continues "story of Dungeness" with Westview Cottage
Kengo Kuma adds arched entrance to Angers Cathedral in France
Arched openings punctuate the contemporary entrance of Angers Cathedral in France, recently completed by the studio of Japanese architect Kengo Kuma. More about Kengo Kuma adds arched entrance to Angers Cathedral in France
Six projects that showcase Kengo Kuma's "humane and beautiful" use of materials
Japanese architect Kengo Kuma is best known as a pioneer of wooden architecture, but his latest book, Substance, showcases his expertise in a broad range of materials. In this roundup, he picks six projects made from everything from paper to bamboo. More about Six projects that showcase Kengo Kuma's "humane and beautiful" use of materials
Kengo Kuma captures "sensory memory of architecture" in Jaipur Rugs collection
Japanese architect Kengo Kuma has collaborated with Indian brand Jaipur Rugs to develop Faces, a collection of wool rugs modelled on his buildings, exhibited at Milan design week. More about Kengo Kuma captures "sensory memory of architecture" in Jaipur Rugs collection
Populous reveals plans to revamp "home of Indian cricket" in Kolkata
Architecture studio Populous has unveiled plans to expand and redevelop Eden Gardens, an iconic cricket venue in Kolkata, India. More about Populous reveals plans to revamp "home of Indian cricket" in Kolkata
Christ & Gantenbein designs Seoul arts centre to have "direct relationship with the elements"
Sun, wind and rain will be encouraged to enter the towering timber pavilion that defines Dongjak Art Space, which architecture studio Christ & Gantenbein is designing in Seoul, South Korea. More about Christ & Gantenbein designs Seoul arts centre to have "direct relationship with the elements"
DSDHA prioritises "elegant frugality" in Henry Moore Studios gallery revamp
London studio DSDHA has renovated Sheep Field Barn, a gallery at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens in Hertfordshire, UK, updating its exhibition areas and introducing workshop spaces. More about DSDHA prioritises "elegant frugality" in Henry Moore Studios gallery revamp
BIG uses rammed earth to create trio of luxury villas in Japan
Danish studio BIG has completed its first buildings in Japan, creating a trio of rammed-earth villas on the remote island of Sagishima for hotelier Not A Hotel. More about BIG uses rammed earth to create trio of luxury villas in Japan
Construction material costs set to rise if Strait of Hormuz blockade continues
The continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a result of the US-Israel war on Iran could push up prices of building materials, including steel and cement, a study by global construction consultant Linesight has warned. More about Construction material costs set to rise if Strait of Hormuz blockade continues
Brick Bonds book celebrates "the skill and craft of bricklaying"
Graphic designer Melissa Price shines a light on the anatomy of the humble brick and the variety of bricklaying techniques used in construction in her book Brick Bonds. More about Brick Bonds book celebrates "the skill and craft of bricklaying"
Seven buildings draped with fabric-like glass facades
In this roundup, we spotlight seven buildings with undulating glass facades that resemble flowing fabric, giving new meaning to the idea of curtain walling. More about Seven buildings draped with fabric-like glass facades
Glasshouse Theatre in Queensland operates "like a finely tuned musical instrument"
An undulating glass facade encloses the cantilevered first floor of the Glasshouse Theatre in Queensland, designed by Australian studio Blight Rayner Architecture with international firm Snøhetta. More about Glasshouse Theatre in Queensland operates "like a finely tuned musical instrument"
Foster + Partners plans Oxford chapel conversion for Larry Ellison
British studio Foster + Partners is developing plans to convert an old chapel in Oxford into a restaurant and bar for the Ellison Institute of Technology research campus. More about Foster + Partners plans Oxford chapel conversion for Larry Ellison