Promotion: the idea that the optimal seated posture is a straight back with elbows and knees bent at 90 degrees is one of the "biggest myths in ergonomic design," according to global brand Secretlab. More about Ergonomic chair design should "support natural movements" says Secretlab
The process of using bacteria to colour textiles has been brought to a commercial scale by British company Colorifix, which hopes to cut the fashion industry's use of toxic chemical dyes. More about Colorifix harnesses bacteria for non-toxic clothes dyeing
We've selected five opportunities in the education sector that are available on Dezeen Jobs this week, including positions at University of Oregon, Cardiff University and the University of Hong Kong. More about Five job opportunities in the education sector
International architecture studio NBBJ has proposed a conceptual design for lab buildings that features a modular interior layout as one solution to underutilized infrastructure in cities. More about NBBJ releases concept for modular mass-timber lab building
The latest edition of our Dezeen Debate newsletter features London mayor Sadiq Khan's decision to refuse plans to build the MSG Sphere in London. Subscribe to Dezeen Debate now. More about Dezeen Debate features Sadiq Khan's "good" call to reject MSG Sphere London plans
Mexican architecture studio Lucio Muniain has created Casa HMZ, a brutalist house with raw board-formed concrete walls in San Luis Potosí, Mexico. More about Lucio Muniain designs Mexican concrete house as "habitable sculpture"
Dezeen School Shows: a San Francisco fish market transformed into a bathhouse is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the Academy of Art University in California. More about Ten architecture and landscape projects by Academy of Art University
Promotion: colour communication brand NCS Colour has updated its NCS System with 100 low chromatic colours to offer users pale pastel colours and hues that aim to evoke the Nordic light. More about NCS Colour launches new Standard colours for first time since 2004
Belgian architecture studios Mamout and Stéphanie Willocx have refurbished a 1960s home in Hoeilaart, stripping away previous extensions to celebrate the "spirit and quality" of its original design. More about Mamout and Stéphanie Willocx restore 1960s home in Belgium
Architecture practice Heatherwick Studio has completed the Azabudai Hills development in Tokyo, which is defined by curving roofs topped with greenery. More about Heatherwick Studio unveils undulating district designed as "one of Tokyo's greenest urban areas"
Fashion brand Louis Vuitton has unveiled a Christmas tree made from stacked travel cases at Claridge's hotel in Mayfair, London. More about Louis Vuitton stacks travel trunks for Claridge's Christmas tree
A university building by architecture studio Page\Park, which is shortlisted for the RIAS Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award, is the focus of this video produced by Stephenson&. More about Page\Park brings "external living room" to University of Stirling
Architect Riccardo Cavaciocchi and Bentley's Chris Cooke have used material created by Paper Factor for this year's Dezeen Awards trophies, which will be presented next week. More about Riccardo Cavaciocchi and Chris Cooke create paper marble trophies for Dezeen Awards 2023
A new design trend prioritises the needs of bugs and animals above human beings. Rima Sabina Aouf finds out if "interspecies design" is the next step in creating more sustainable spaces and objects. More about Animal-centric interspecies design goes "beyond sustainability"
The strength and availability of bamboo give it the potential to be as dominant in construction as concrete and steel, argues Atelier One engineer Chris Matthews in this interview. More about Bamboo will "be a major player" in future of architecture says expert Chris Matthews
A brick, steel and timber structure is left exposed in this office interior in Sydney, which local firm Cox Architecture has revamped to house its own studio. More about Cox Architecture celebrates heritage features of its own Sydney studio
London gallery Themes & Variations has opened an exhibition of furniture, lighting and sculpture by designer Tom Dixon that spans his over 40-year career, which he says is "like having a visual psychotherapy session". More about Tom Dixon retrospective exhibition opens at Themes & Variations in London
UK company Pure Electric has created a foldable electric scooter with footpads on either side of the chassis, allowing riders to adopt a "natural forward-facing stance". More about Pure Advance Flex e-scooter folds down to size of cabin bag
Promotion: design festival Seoul Design returned to the city's Dongdaemun Design Plaza this month with a 10-day programme of exhibitions and events, offering a survey of South Korea's design landscape. More about Car-waste products and Shigeru Ban disaster housing among Seoul Design 2023 highlights
Interior designer Linda Bergroth has added colourful beams to the Amsterdam concept store for plastic-free paint brand Cover Story, which was designed to streamline the redecorating process for shoppers. More about Linda Bergroth designs "user-centric" Cover Story paint shop in Amsterdam