This week on Dezeen, we revealed that Irish architect Niall McLaughlin has been named the recipient of the 2026 Royal Gold Medal for architecture awarded by the Royal Institute of British Architects. More about This week we revealed the winner of the Royal Gold Medal
The stage and scenography for the Grammy Awards ceremony in LA this coming weekend is designed by New York-based Yellow Studio and anchored by a giant golden gramophone. More about Grammys 2026 stage by Yellow Studio features "modern sculptural" gramophone
Dezeen Showroom: the following rugs and materials recently listed on Dezeen Showroom aim to bring textural and aesthetic richness to interior spaces. More about Eight soft furnishings that engage the senses of sight and touch
From site-specific exhibitions in modernist houses and ballet theatres to climate-conscious curatorials, high-end British design and an exhibition by Serpentine Pavilion designers Lanza Atelier, we've picked out 15 events from the dizzying array on show at this year's Mexico City art week. More about Fifteen must-see design and architecture events during Mexico City art week 2026
Local studio David Baker Architects has completed a tower with a "folded" facade on Treasure Island, a man-made island in San Francisco that is being converted into a residential neighbourhood. More about David Baker Architects completes tallest building in San Francisco's Treasure Island development
Dubai studio Dabbagh Architects has renovated the mud-brick Sultan Fort and extended the Al Ain Museum in Abu Dhabi, incorporating archaeological remains discovered during construction. More about Dabbagh Architects renovates and extends UAE's first museum
Brexit has greatly hampered UK design brands' ability to sell their products in the EU and turned the "made in Britain" label into a costly burden, industry leaders tell Dezeen. More about How Brexit turned "made in Britain" into a hindrance
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