Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York has recognised 15 American architects, designers and companies that have "left a lasting mark on the field" to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. More about Frank Lloyd Wright and Martha Stewart named among most impactful American designers
NASA has announced that it has cancelled an upcoming orbital space station to expedite the building of a permanent lunar base on the moon, "landing by landing and incrementally". More about NASA accelerates plan to build permanent moon base
Architecture studio Snøhetta has completed the renovation of Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers in France, unifying its performance spaces around a tilted glass hall that overlooks a landscaped plaza. More about Snøhetta transforms Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers in France into "urban lantern"
Elusive architect Smiljan Radić explains how his work should not be seen as a blueprint for "good or bad" architecture, in this exclusive interview following his "surprise" Pritzker Architecture Prize win. More about "There is no message in what I do" says Pritzker Architecture Prize-winner Smiljan Radić
Africa is experiencing a mini-boom in skyscraper construction, with new towers rising in Egypt, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast and more. But are they symbols of progress or just vanity projects? Dezeen editor-at-large Amy Frearson investigates. More about Is Africa's skyscraper mini-boom a cause for alarm?
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
A stained glass arch and striped cocktail bar add colourful geometry to the Ceintuur Theatre restaurant in Amsterdam, designed by Dutch interiors firm Studio Elèn Letort. More about Studio Elèn Letort transforms 1920s Amsterdam cinema into "easygoing and approachable" restaurant
You still have time to submit your projects for Dezeen Awards 2026, in partnership with Trimble, before the early entry deadline closes at 23:59 London time. More about Dezeen Awards 2026 early entry deadline closes today
Brussels gallery Objects with Narratives is presenting Lima Charlie, an exhibition by Austrian designer Laurids Gallée featuring a constellation of polished resin lights. More about Laurids Gallée shapes gloopy resin lighting like glowing antenna masts
Urgently integrating new technologies and ecological awareness are priorities within creative education, says Javier Fernández Contreras, associate professor and head of the Department of Space Design/Interior Architecture at HEAD Genève. More about "Our courses rethink design beyond anthropocentric perspectives," says HEAD – Genève’s Javier Fernández Contreras
Football kits for the USA, Mexico and Canada have been fully revealed for the 2026 World Cup, including US home jerseys emblazoned with bold red stripes and a green kit for Mexico that pays homage to Aztec sculpture. More about Here are the kits for the three World Cup 2026 host nations
The latest edition of our Dezeen Debate newsletter features BMW's first electric car in its 3 Series. Subscribe to Dezeen Debate now. More about Dezeen Debate features "the best looking BMW for many, many years"
Architectural studio Heliotrope took a "site-sensitive approach" while designing a vacation house in the Pacific Northwest, resulting in a bow tie-shaped plan and knotty cedar cladding. More about Heliotrope tucks False Bay house into rocky site on a Washington island
London studio Office S&M has used cork as cladding, insulation and flooring in this mansard extension to a house in Walthamstow, which is enlivened by bright yellow details. More about London loft extension by Office S&M explores "how far cork can go"
Japanese brand Balmuda has created a white-noise-producing alarm clock with a glowing dial to reduce smartphone use at bedtime. More about Balmuda designs handless alarm clock for phoneless bedtime
The Central Pavilion at the Giardini della Biennale is set to reopen for this year's Venice Art Biennale, following a restoration by Italian architecture studio Labics and architect Fabio Fumagalli. More about Venice Biennale unveils renovated Central Pavilion
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"
Berlin studio Kéré Architecture has revealed its design for the Ineza Clinic, which will step up a hillside in rural Burundi within a series of brick pavilions. More about Kéré Architecture designs perforated brick health clinic in Burundi
Designers need to work closely with child development experts when creating AI toys to ensure they help rather than hinder kids' psychological growth, the co-author of a pioneering study has told Dezeen. More about AI toys could stunt emotional development of young children, study warns
US organisations the American Institute of Architects and Docomomo US are among the plaintiffs in a lawsuit suing US president Donald Trump over his proposed renovations for the Edward Durell Stone-designed Kennedy Center. More about AIA sues Donald Trump over Kennedy Center renovation in unprecedented coalition