The warm glow of traditional light bulbs could return to homes and replace cold-looking LEDs, thanks to research conducted by a team at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). More about MIT researchers develop energy-efficient incandescent light bulbs
Exclusive interview: universities are failing to give architects the training that will enable them to find solutions for an imminent global housing crisis, says 2016 Pritzker Prize laureate Alejandro Aravena. More about Architects "are never taught the right thing" says 2016 Pritzker laureate Alejandro Aravena
Following the news that Alejandro Aravena will receive this year's Pritzker Prize, here is a look at some of the buildings designed by the Chilean architect during his 22-year career (+ slideshow). More about Key projects by 2016 Pritzker Prize laureate Alejandro Aravena
Chilean architect Alejandro Aravena has been named as the 2016 recipient of the Pritzker, architecture's equivalent of the Nobel prize, ahead of curating this year's Venice Architecture Biennale. More about Alejandro Aravena named as 2016 Pritzker Prize laureate
Stockholm 2016: British designer Tom Dixon has created a collection of seven rugs influenced by patterns found around London for Danish manufacturer Ege. More about Tom Dixon's Industrial Landscape carpets are based on London architecture
This movie by film studio Carniolus shows how the Slovenian army used a helicopter to airlift the various components of an Alpine cabin to its mountainside location. More about Movie: Alpine Shelter by OFIS and Harvard students airlifted onto Slovenia's Skuta Mountain
Japanese design studio Nendo has created a stationery collection that includes a cube of different-sized sticky notes (+ slideshow). More about Nendo's Block memo pad peels apart like a 3D puzzle
Dezeen promotion: Architect@Work, an international trade fair showcasing architectural supplies, will take place in London on 27-28 January 2016 from 1-8pm. More about Architect@Work unveils programme and exhibitors for London Olympia event
A sliding screen can reveal or conceal a glass office that cantilevers from the concave face of this concept house by American studio Fixd Architecture/Design (+ slideshow). More about Retractable sunscreen sheaths glazed cantilever at Ventus House
French design company Harow has released a 24-carat-gold edition of its skull-shaped armchair (+ slideshow). More about Harow's gold-plated skull armchair carries a 0k price tag
This design centre in an extended 18th-century townhouse was created by Matador Architects as part of Mons' stint as European Capital of Culture last year (+ slideshow). More about Design centre by Matador Architects becomes a legacy project for Mons 2015
Northmodern 2016: Danish creative studio Dubokk has released a range of homeware accessories, including a set of laboratory-style vases and magazine holders made from solid marble (+ slideshow). More about Dubokk adds minimal vases and tinted glass tables to homeware collection
Seattle-based designer Katrina Spade has developed a building proposal that offers an eco-friendly alternative to burying or cremating loved ones. More about Katrina Spade's Urban Death Project proposes a composting facility for dead bodies
Swiss studio Herzog & de Meuron and American developer Ian Schrager have released new renderings of their latest collaboration – a curvy residential tower overlooking New York's Hudson River (+ slideshow). More about New images unveiled of Herzog & de Meuron's latest Manhattan condo building
Northmodern 2016: Danish studio Elkeland has created a series of mirrored mobiles made up geometric shapes that are designed to "interfere with the perception of space". More about Simple reflective shapes form Elkeland's Mirror Mobiles
Comments update: readers are paying tribute to David Bowie and his influence on fashion, design and culture after the legendary musician died on Sunday. Read on for more on this and explore our comments page to keep up with the latest discussions. More about "Bowie's influence on design cannot be underestimated"
The director of the UK's Twentieth Century Society has urged prime minister David Cameron to ditch plans to demolish post-war housing estates or risk an architectural "tragedy". More about Demonising estates won't solve the UK's housing crisis, says heritage chief
DUS Architects has combined 3D-printed bioplastic with a tensile fabric structure to create a sculptural facade for the building where European Union meetings will take place over the next six months (+ slideshow). More about Dutch EU building features a facade combining tensile fabric and 3D-printed bioplastic
Bolon at Heart is a new collaboration between Dezeen and Swedish brand Bolon, which is famous around the world for its woven vinyl flooring.
In a 12-part video series, we will be getting under the skin of the brand to explore the design, technology and personalities behind the company and document Bolon's new product launches in 2017.
Back to the Future-style hoverboards are no longer stuck in science-fiction movies. A spate of personal transportation devices released recently use magnets or fans to float their riders through the air like Marty McFly. See more hoverboards »
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