In this week's comments update, readers are discussing the Lego Brick Clog – a pair of oversized rectangular shoes designed by toymaker Lego and footwear brand Crocs. More about "Our relentless, mindless consumption is trashing the planet" says commenter
In the second episode of our new podcast, Dezeen Weekly, we discuss the delays to the Neom ski resort in Saudi Arabia, the first building concept designed by a humanoid robot and the design for this year's Serpentine Pavilion. More about Second episode of Dezeen Weekly podcast out now
French fashion house Chanel filled Paris's Grand Palais with Alice in Wonderland-style mushrooms and real trees, which created a runway for the brand's Spring Summer 2026 haute couture show. More about Towering mushrooms transform Grand Palais for Chanel couture show
The concrete shell structure of the Norwich Sports Village designed by Swiss engineer Heinz Isler in Norfolk, UK, has been Grade II-listed. More about Heinz Isler-designed concrete-shell sports centre Grade II-listed
Local architecture studio Anomaly has designed the Apex co-working space with textured materials including leather, timber and a bespoke rammed-earth welcome desk. More about Anomaly avoids "overly formal" interiors in London co-working space
Promotion: wellness technology company Sun Home Saunas has launched Luminar, a design-led home sauna created to complement contemporary residential architecture. More about Luminar sauna offers "permanent design element within the home"
Canadian studio Akb Architects has designed a white, hilltop house that "dissolves into the snow" in Mono, Ontario, acknowledging the vernacular architecture while implementing contemporary tactics. More about Akb Architects creates "deliberate tension" between past and present at Ontario house
The latest edition of our weekly Dezeen Agenda newsletter features a building concept created by a humanoid robot. Subscribe to Dezeen Agenda now. More about Dezeen Agenda features home designed by humanoid robot
French-Brazilian architecture studio Triptyque has completed the Inspira SP building in São Paulo, which is wrapped in a structural concrete cage lined with planters. More about Triptyque wraps São Paulo skyscraper with continuous grid of planters
Dezeen School Shows: a proposal for an outdoor seating collection made from teak and bamboo is among the furniture design projects from Ajman University. More about Sustainable outdoor seating proposal among projects from Ajman University
Stone cladding and a glazed corner define Pretpec, a compact guest annexe created for a house on the Croatian coast by Zagreb architecture practice Argu Studio. More about Argu Studio adds stone-clad annexe to coastal Croatian home
Irish architect Niall McLaughlin, who was announced as the recipient of the 2026 RIBA Royal Gold Medal today, explains his focus on creating meaningful architecture in this interview. More about "People want buildings to be meaningful" says Royal Gold Medal winner Niall McLaughlin
Following Niall McLaughlin being named as the recipient of this year's RIBA Royal Gold Medal, we look at 10 key buildings by the Irish architect. More about Ten "deliberately modest" projects by Royal Gold Medal-winner Niall McLaughlin
The Scottish Parliament has passed a law that requires new buildings in Scotland to be fitted with swift bricks for nesting birds. More about Swift bricks become mandatory for new buildings in Scotland
Wellness-related design is everywhere at the moment but underneath its tasteful minimalist aesthetic lie some uncomfortable truths, writes Priya Khanchandani. More about "I don't know about you, but I feel bombarded by so-called 'wellness' design"
Marks Barfield Architects, the British architecture studio behind the London Eye, has unveiled designs for a tidal power station on the Somerset coastline that it says could curb the UK's reliance on fossil fuels. More about Marks Barfield Architects proposes UK tidal power station "to reduce reliance on fossil fuels"
For Stockholm Creative Edition, Swedish heritage brand Svenskt Tenn has unveiled an exhibition of cabinets by design icon Josef Frank, including a new edition of his Cabinet 522 in horsehair fabric. More about Svenskt Tenn reskins Josef Frank cabinets in horsehair for Standing Tall exhibition
Irish architect Niall McLaughlin has been named the recipient of the 2026 Royal Gold Medal for architecture by the Royal Institute of British Architects. More about "Humble visionary" Niall McLaughlin wins 2026 RIBA Royal Gold Medal
US studios KoningEizenberg Architecture and NAC Architecture have used concrete and metal to construct a public high school in California, responding to environmental concerns and the school's nontraditional learning style. More about Threat of wildfire drives design of Malibu High School in California
From a psychedelic Moooi installation and a Coors beer spoof at IDS Toronto to a stylish display of Montreal talent in a Corso Italia basement, here are the standouts from the late January design events in Toronto. More about Eight highlights from the biggest week in Canadian design