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Snøhetta completes trio of prototype homes for substance-abuse patients

Architecture studio Snøhetta has designed three homes for residents with substance-abuse problems and psychiatric diagnoses in Karmøy, Norway.

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The National 9/11 Memorial was the most significant building of 2011

Our 21st-Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings pick for 2011 is the National 9/11 Memorial, designed by Michael Arad of Handel Architects – a powerful symbol of loss, remembrance and healing.

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Rakino dining furniture by Tim Rundle for Morgan

Dezeen Showroom: designer Tim Rundle has expanded on his Rakino chair for Morgan, adding a pedestal dining table and timber-back dining chair to the collection.

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"Our 'throw-away' culture exemplified" says commenter

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing the news that Salford City Council has approved the demolition of the University of Salford's Centenary Building, which won the first-ever RIBA Stirling Prize.

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Japanese architect Hiroshi Hara dies aged 88

Japanese architect Hiroshi Hara, who designed Osaka's Umeda Sky Buiding and the Kyoto Station building, has passed away aged 88.

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Gort Scott draws on Arts and Crafts details for Walthamstow housing block

A "ribbon" of curved concrete crowns Forest Road, a brick apartment block in London that local practice Gort Scott designed to reference the area's connections to the 20th-century Arts and Crafts movement.

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Mickus Projects unveils bioplastic Hedron Pendant chandelier

Promotion: design studio Mickus Projects has created a 3D-printed honeycomb-shaped bioplastic chandelier, informed by the work of Danish midcentury designer Poul Henningsen.

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Get listed in Dezeen's digital guide to Milan design week 2025

Are you exhibiting or holding an event at Milan design week? Get your event listed in Dezeen's digital guide to the festival, which will feature the week's key events.

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LeafyPod unveils AI-powered self-watering smart planter at CES

Technology brand Leafypod has unveiled an AI-powered smart planter at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

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Dezeen Agenda features Honda's revamped logo for electric vehicles

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LA architects form aid groups to make rebuilding "as streamlined as possible"

Los Angeles building professionals have developed lists including architects, contractors, and engineers interested in providing their services towards rebuilding and relocation efforts in the wake of the wildfires.

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Casetify ventures into luggage with bright and customisable Bounce suitcase

Promotion: tech accessory company Casetify is aiming to bring the durability and personalisation of its phone cases to luggage, with the launch of its first suitcase.

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Wool fabric by Burel Factory

Dezeen Showroom: Portuguese brand Burel Factory has harnessed the natural characteristics of wool to create a fabric that reinterprets traditional craft for modern commercial spaces.

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