A space for practicing traditional Chinese medicine features in this renovated 1960s home in Pasadena, California, transformed by Los Angeles-based Cover Architecture. More about Cover Architecture turns Pasadena home into "sanctuary for daily living"
New York-based Builtin Studio has reoriented the living spaces of a home overlooking the High Line to create an "urban observatory". More about Builtin Studio maximises Manhattan vistas from High Line Duplex
During this year's Super Bowl on Sunday, some blind and low-vision fans will be able to experience football more directly thanks to tactile devices that vibrate to indicate the position of the ball on the field. More about OneCourt helps blind and low-vision fans track the Super Bowl live
A community centre designed by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban made of two linked shipping containers is currently under construction in Altadena to serve as a relief space for those affected by the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. More about Shipping-container community centre by Shigeru Ban under construction in Altadena
American architecture studio HNTB has announced a strategic partnership with retired NFL quarterback Drew Brees aimed at improving the design of domestic sports stadiums and infrastructure. More about HNTB announces partnership with Drew Brees for "next era of innovation in sports"
New York studio Zomuzi has completed a showroom for lighting brand Gantri in San Fransciso that brings together influences from the building's 1930s origins and the city's counter-cultural history. More about Zomuzi and Gantri transform former auto body shop into showroom in San Francisco
Set to host Super Bowl 60, Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara was designed to reflect the iconic bridges of the area. We talk to one of its principal architects, HNTB professional sports practice leader Lanson Nichols, ahead of this weekend's big game. More about Super Bowl 60 stadium features structure based on the bridges of San Francisco
American architecture studio Weiss/Manfredi has released updated designs for the "reimagined" La Brea Tar Pits campus in Los Angeles, including a research annexe to the Page Museum and a redesign of the surrounding grounds. More about Weiss/Manfredi release designs of "unfolding experience" at La Brea Tar Pits in LA
American architecture studio Donaldson + Partners took cues from gemstones to design Fractal-Facade House in southern California, which features sculptural walls and a V-shaped floor plan. More about Donaldson + Partners creates faceted home for lofty site in Beverly Hills
A wooden table sprouting organically shaped tendrils, a furry-framed mirror and a ceramic swing set were among Dezeen's favourite designs during the third official San Francisco Art Week this month. More about Seven highlights from FOG Design + Art and SF Art Week 2026
Local studio GAMPworks has completed the Trainer Court flagship store in New York, a shop dedicated to trading and selling Pokémon cards that centres around a tiled bar-top where visitors buy, unwrap decks, and connect. More about GAMPworks "reimagines the card shop" at New York Pokémon store
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
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
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
National Civic Art Society president Justin Shubow has been named chairman of the US Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure Council, a newly established federal advisory that aims to "restore the beauty of key transportation infrastructure". More about Justin Shubow to lead Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure Council
MIT Media Lab has developed a prototype that uses generative AI to interpret and distil the contents of a photograph into a fragrance. More about AI-driven "scent-memory machine" turns photographs into custom fragrances
Multiple well-known architecture studios, including Zaha Hadid Architects and Grimshaw, have created proposals for Washington Dulles Airport, following president Donald Trump's call for a redesign. More about Flurry of famed architects submit designs for Trump airport terminal
Samara, the factory-built ADU company co-founded by US chief design officer Joe Gebbia, has installed the first of a series of units in Los Angeles on the site of a home that burned down in the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. More about Samara installs its first factory-built home in Los Angeles rebuild effort
For those starting or continuing their wellness journey this new year, we've compiled a selection of design-forward saunas and bathhouses in which to socialise and warm up in New York's freezing winter temperatures. More about Eight New York City saunas and bathhouses for defrosting in style
Local outfit Studio Valle de Valle has worked with seasoned New York restaurateurs to create a wine bar in a single room with a zinc-covered bar, cedar panelling and custom furniture. More about Studio Valle de Valle contrasts zinc and cedar at Stars wine bar in New York