Two elliptical skylights puncture the carved, white plaster ceiling over the living areas in this New York City brownstone, which has been overhauled by local firm O'Neill Rose Architects. More about Two curved skylights flood sunlight into Oculi House by O' Neill Rose Architects
Architecture firms Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Gensler have completed the renovation and expansion of New York's Museum of Modern Art, featuring a new lobby, bookstore, cafe and several gallery spaces. More about MoMA reopens following major renovation by Diller Scofidio + Renfro
A spectrum of vivid hues were incorporated throughout a mixed-use building in Chicago by John Ronan Architects that contains a public library at ground level and low-cost senior housing up above. More about John Ronan creates affordable housing in Chicago with colourful balconies and a library
Architects and designers can't design ways to protect mass terror attacks in America's public spaces, but they should join the fight to eliminate the problem at its cause, argues Aaron Betsky. More about "Attempts to stop terrorism at the fringes of architecture are becoming increasingly useless"
First-time hotelier Seija Ojanpera quested after "retro" vintage furnishings from across the United States to complete the first boutique design hotel in Chattanooga, Tennessee. More about The Dwell Hotel becomes "Chattanooga's living room" with retro furnishings from junk shops, eBay and Etsy
Tech-savvy hotel company Life House has designed its newest property in Collins Park as an homage to Miami's past as a Quaker stronghold. More about Life House Collins Park nods to Miami’s little-known Quaker origins with "lax minimalism"
Curving white-washed wood counters and shelving lined with plants feature inside this member's club in New York City dedicated to wellness, designed by Miami studio Rose Ink Workshop. More about Rose Ink Workshop designs membership club for wellness in New York City
Home decor by Atlawa, Casa Mineral, Ricardo Casas Design and other small studios are featured in a retail exhibition in Colorado that aims to promote designers from Mexico's capital. More about Resin and marble tableware among pieces in Made In Mexico City pop-up store
Everlane has launched a collection of sweaters made from repurposed cashmere, a move the US clothing brand claims halves the carbon footprint in comparison to traditional garments. More about Everlane's ReCashmere sweaters are made from old jumpers
Millennials will soon be able to furnish their homes with the emblazoned rugs and bedding in IKEA's long-awaited collection by fashion designer Virgil Abloh, which will be available for sale in the US next month. More about Virgil Abloh reveals full IKEA collection ahead of US launch next month
New renderings have been released for British designer Thomas Heatherwick's first residential project in the US: two towers that straddle New York's High Line park with barrel-shaped windows. More about Heatherwick's High Line condos named Lantern House after bulging windows
Original brickwork, mahogany panelling and a new guest casita are featured in this 1950s Texas dwelling that has been meticulously renovated by local studio Clayton & Little. More about Clayton & Little carefully updates mid-century Balcones Residence in Austin
LED lights on a plus-shaped installation floating on Manhattan's East River change colour based on the water quality conditions. More about Floating + Pool Light installation illuminates the East River to test and report on water quality
British architect David Chipperfield has won a competition to rebuild the USA headquarters for luxury watch brand Rolex in New York, with a proposal for a stacked, jagged glass tower. More about David Chipperfield designs Rolex USA headquarters in New York
Architecture firm Snøhetta has installed a smile-shaped aluminium bench at the United Nations Headquarters in New York to promote "a message of peace and conflict resolution." More about Snøhetta installs curved Best Weapon bench to encourage conversations at UN Headquarters
Perforated metal screens and glazed walls define the exterior of this low-lying house in the American West, which was designed by CLB Architects to preserve wetlands and wildlife habitat. More about CLB situates Queen’s Lane Pavilion between two creeks on remote Wyoming site
Translucent swathes of white and pink floral lace hang from six-metre-high wooden frames inside this New York pop-up store, designed by Storey Studio. More about Labyrinth of hanging lace entices visitors inside Self-Portrait's New York pop-up
A five-sided pyramid with cutouts influenced by constellations was created to pay homage to heroic woman during this year's Burning Man festival. More about Architect John Marx reimagines a Greek myth for Burning Man pavilion
Coloured skylights offer rainbow-hued illuminations on one side of this holiday cottage that Nina Edwards Anker has designed in Long Island, while the other is covered in cedar shingles. More about Skylights create rainbow patterns inside cedar-covered Cocoon House by Nina Edwards Anker
Shane Davis and partners have overhauled an industrial building in Brooklyn's Gowanus area into a spot that functions as a vegan cafe by day, and a bar and restaurant, complete with a nightclub, after dark. More about Public Records in historic Brooklyn building pairs vegan cafe with nightclub