Dezeen Wire: planning permission has been granted for Stanton Williams' proposed transformation of the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Nantes. The comprehensive renovation of the existing museum and construction of a new 5800m2 extension is due to begin in October with completion scheduled for autumn 2013. More about Stanton Williams receives planning permission for Musée d’Art in Nantes
Dezeen Wire: the London Olympic Velodrome by Hopkins Architects has been voted the public's favourite building from a shortlist for this year's RIBA Stirling Prize. The velodrome attracted 63% of the vote in a poll organised by the RIBA. The official judging and announcement of the winner will take place tomorrow. More about Olympic Velodrome is nation's favourite Stirling Prize shortlisted building
Dezeen Wire: design critic Nicole Swengley writes about the increasing number of designers engaging in socially responsible or philanthropic projects, including Yves Behar's See Better to Learn Better reading glasses (see our previous story here) and Max Fraser's Joy of Living exhibition (see the story here and an interview with Max here) - The Wall Street Journal
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Dezeen Wire: architecture critic Kieran Long describes proposals by property giants Land Securities to redevelop a large part of the area around Victoria Station in London as "promising for the future of Victoria and for the future of large-scale property development in central London in general." - Evening Standard
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Dezeen Wire: the Design Museum has submitted plans for the redevelopment of the former Commonwealth Institute building by architect John Pawson. The application concerns proposed alterations to the Grade II listed building's interior, including the creation of a new central atrium, mezzanine level and basement. More about John Pawson submits plans for new Design Museum
Dezeen Wire: here’s a summary of the most interesting things to see at Beijing Design Week, which continues until 3 October. More about Beijing Design Week highlights
Dezeen Wire: here's a roundup of the most interesting London Design Festival events that caught our eye when we weren't busy at Dezeen Space last week. More about London Design Festival highlights
Dezeen Wire: architecture critic Jay Merrick of The Independent describes the revamped Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury by Keith Williams as "a scene stealer in a city that's already full of star attractions," while Maev Kennedy, writing for The Guardian, applauds the local council for investing in a building that will generate income and jobs for the area. The theatre will be officially opened by Prince Edward on 4 October.
Dezeen Wire: architect David Chipperfield, structural engineer Cecil Balmond and Wilkinson Eyre Architects are among the shortlisted candidates for the Prince Philip Designers Prize 2011. More about Prince Philip Designers Prize shortlist announced
Dezeen Wire: design critic Justin McGuirk claims that the most creative work on show during the recent London Design Festival was to be found in basement flats and disused offices - The Guardian
See more stories by Justin McGuirk here and all of our coverage on the London Design Festival here.
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Dezeen Wire: architecture critic Jonathan Glancey reviews the latest building by Renzo Piano, a convent near to Le Corbusier's chapel of Notre Dame du Haut in Ronchamp - The Guardian
See more stories about Renzo Piano here and all of our stories on chapels and churches here.
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Dezeen Wire: the number of architectural practices expecting more work in the month from July to August saw a drop from 27% to 25% according to the latest Future Trends Survey published by the Royal Institute of British Architects in London. More about "More practices expecting drop in workload" - RIBA Future Trends Survey
Construction of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, designed by famed Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudí before his death in 1926, will finally be completed between 2026 and 2028 according to the president of the Sagrada Família Trust - Catalan News Agency
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Dezeen Wire: a panel of industry experts discussed the current state of manufacturing in Britain at an event at Tom Dixon's headquarters in London this morning. The panel raised issues such as the lack of fiscal support for the creative industries and the need for stronger relationships between designers and manufacturers. More about Tom Dixon hosts discussion on the state of British manufacturing
Dezeen Wire: The Architectural Review will unveil a new look and editorial agenda in London this evening. More about The Architectural Review relaunches tonight
Dezeen Wire: the Olympic Park Legacy Company has appointed ex-PLP director Kathryn Firth as the new chief of design - see the press release here
Dezeen Wire: The Sliced Porosity Block by Steven Holl Architects in Chengdu, China has topped out at 123 metres. More about Sliced Porosity Block by Steven Holl tops out
Dezeen Wire: designer Ron Arad is awarded the London Design Medal 2011 at a ceremony at St Paul's Cathedral tonight as part of the London Design festival. The medal is awarded annually for a lifetime's contribution to design and the city. It was awarded last year to Thomas Heatherwick, who was included in the judging panel this year.
Watch a series of interviews with Ron Arad on Dezeen Screen and see all our stories about his work here.
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Dezeen Wire: non-profit organisation Architecture for Humanity have acquired Worldchanging magazine and plan to merge it with their own online Open Architecture Network. More details on the Architecture for Humanity website.
Dezeen Wire: a press conference launching new imm cologne project Das Haus – Interiors on Stage featuring designers Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien will be streamed live from London next week. Update: see the completed project in our later story. More about imm cologne launches Das Haus with presentation by Doshi Levien