Dezeen founder Marcus Fairs dies aged 54
We are very sad to announce the sudden and unexpected death of Dezeen founder, CEO and editor-in-chief Marcus Fairs at the age of 54. More about Dezeen founder Marcus Fairs dies aged 54
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Leckie Studio imitates stalactite formations inside Vancouver's AER Skinlab
Quarries and caves served as visual references for this marble-lined skincare clinic in Vancouver, Canada, designed by local firm Leckie Studio. More about Leckie Studio imitates stalactite formations inside Vancouver's AER Skinlab
Holky Rády Architekturu creates "fun" but compact ice cream shop in Brno
Arches and undulating surfaces fill this small ice cream parlour, which Czech studio Holky Rády Architekturu has designed in the city of Brno. More about Holky Rády Architekturu creates "fun" but compact ice cream shop in Brno
Sui Desk Chair by +Halle among new products on Dezeen Showroom
Dezeen Showroom: a dynamic armchair that doubles as a productive desk space is among ten new products on Dezeen Showroom. More about Sui Desk Chair by +Halle among new products on Dezeen Showroom
Anarchitect channels tropical modernism for Sri Lankan boutique hotel
The tropical modernism of Geoffrey Bawa informed the architecture of this boutique hotel in Sri Lanka, designed by British practice Anarchitect to be a vertical interpretation of the style. More about Anarchitect channels tropical modernism for Sri Lankan boutique hotel
USGBC Live to present talks exploring the future of buildings and cities
Promotion: the US Green Building Council is hosting a live event from 7-10 June in Washington DC featuring insightful talks about the future of buildings, communities and the climate. More about USGBC Live to present talks exploring the future of buildings and cities
Monto Sit Stand Riser gives option to work standing or sitting at any desk
Dezeen promotion: ergonomic products brand Colebrook Bosson Saunders has launched an adaptable desk riser, making it possible to type, write or sketch while sitting or standing. More about Monto Sit Stand Riser gives option to work standing or sitting at any desk
Buy one job advert get one free for US companies on Dezeen Jobs
Looking for staff? Advertise two roles for the price of one with our newest offer for American-based companies on Dezeen Jobs. More about Buy one job advert get one free for US companies on Dezeen Jobs
The 2021 SEGD Conference Experience Philadelphia focusses on reconnecting, rethinking and refueling
Dezeen promotion: the 2021 edition of SEGD Conference Experience Philadelphia provides a chance to explore experiential design through a three-day conference with a programme of workshops, talks and tours. More about The 2021 SEGD Conference Experience Philadelphia focusses on reconnecting, rethinking and refueling
Marshalls produces concrete bricks with less embodied carbon than clay bricks
Dezeen promotion: concrete bricks manufactured by Marshalls have been found to contain almost 50 per cent less embodied carbon than traditional clay bricks, according to the British manufacturing company. More about Marshalls produces concrete bricks with less embodied carbon than clay bricks
Bette releases shower tiles as latest evolution of the shower tray
Dezeen promotion: German bathroom company Bette has released the BetteAir range of shower tiles that "complete the evolution of the shower tray into a part of the bathroom floor". More about Bette releases shower tiles as latest evolution of the shower tray
Marshalls Landscape Protection creates protective design-led street furniture
Dezeen promotion: Marshalls Landscape Protection's RhinoGuard decorative and protective street furniture, including planters and seating, has been crash-tested to the latest standards in Hostile Vehicle Mitigation to help create safe outdoor spaces without sacrificing design. More about Marshalls Landscape Protection creates protective design-led street furniture
IVC Commercial launches Clay and Clay Create carpet planks
Dezeen promotion: Belgian carpet brand IVC Commercial has launched two types of carpet plank called Clay and Clay Create as part of its Rudiments collection. More about IVC Commercial launches Clay and Clay Create carpet planks
Autex Acoustics develops Groove and Print tools for customising acoustic panels
Dezeen promotion: acoustic textile manufacturer Autex Acoustics has developed two creative tools that allow users to customise acoustic panels. More about Autex Acoustics develops Groove and Print tools for customising acoustic panels
The Butterfly Effect is a bridge to help insects cross the road
VenhoevenCS, DS Landschapsarchitecten and Studio Solarix have designed the Butterfly Effect, a proposal to stretch a treetop-level web over a Dutch motorway to provide insects with cleaner air above roads. More about The Butterfly Effect is a bridge to help insects cross the road
Mitrex's solar products allow buildings to produce energy "without compromising beauty"
Dezeen promotion: solar product and technology manufacturer Mitrex has unveiled a range of solar-integrated products for high-rise and residential buildings that "transform a building's shell into a self-sufficient power system," according to the brand. More about Mitrex's solar products allow buildings to produce energy "without compromising beauty"
Dezeen wins Webby Award for Out of the Box collaboration with Samsung
Our Out of the Box collaboration with Samsung has won a People's Voice prize at this year's Webby Awards. Thank you to everyone who voted for us! More about Dezeen wins Webby Award for Out of the Box collaboration with Samsung
Metalform designs bespoke steel and glass partition walls
Dezeen promotion: Metalform creates custom partition walls from steel and glass to section off homes and interiors without obstructing the flow of light. More about Metalform designs bespoke steel and glass partition walls
Pavilion magazine delves into designs of four Expo 2020 Dubai structures
Dezeen promotion: Pavilion is a new print magazine launched by Swiss construction company Expomobilia that spotlights the temporary structures it is building for Expo 2020 Dubai. More about Pavilion magazine delves into designs of four Expo 2020 Dubai structures
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Equitone's fibre-cement facade panels have "unparalleled design flexibility"
Dezeen promotion: Equitone has added a graphite-hued panel to its flexible [Tectiva] range of coloured fibre-cement facade coverings. More about Equitone's fibre-cement facade panels have "unparalleled design flexibility"