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Follow us How has the EU referendum affected the UK's architects and designers, and what will Brexit mean for the sector? We convened a summit of leading practitioners to find out. Read on for a selection of this week's best projects and discussions on Dezeen... "I have a serious case of envy"   Some readers say this self-built dwelling on a Scottish island fits into its surrounding landscape perfectly, while others are unconvinced. Read the story and comments » "Restricting the free exchange of people and ideas is potentially a big problem"   Brexit design summit: making it harder for overseas talent to live and work in the UK will have a catastrophic effect on London's creative sector, say commenters. Read the story and comments » "A simple renovation made special by a showpiece staircase"   The design and construction of this twisted staircase at the centre of a renovated family home has impressed readers. Read the story and comments » "These are the challenges I love to see designers tackling"   Commenters are full of praise for this alternative to traditional colostomy bags, which is designed for use during intimate moments. Read the story and comments » "The personality of the space matches my perception of Dezeen perfectly"   Our office in east London designed by Pernilla Ohrstedt sparked a lively discussion this week. Take a look and tell us what you think » "Serene"   This concrete chapel proposed for the Swiss Alps would be the perfect place for contemplation, according to one commenter. Read the story and comments » "Business will go elsewhere if London is perceived to be insular"   Brexit design summit: UK-based architecture and design firms risk being ostracised as a consequence of Brexit unless they expand overseas, say readers. Read the story and comments » "The best application of the new Tate identity that I've seen"   Design legend Peter Saville adapted his graphic identity for the Tate Modern to create the packaging for the gallery's own brand of beer. Read the story and comments » Hagen by Skagen now available in new colours at Dezeen Watch Store   The Hagen watch by bestselling Scandinavian brand Skagen is now available in three different colours at Dezeen Watch Store. Get yours here » "Why encourage this daft behaviour?"   Could these ground-level traffic lights keep smartphone users safe when crossing the road? Maybe, says one reader, but it would be better if people simply paid attention. Read the story and comments » "This Olympics is in danger of slipping into farce"   The Olympics and Paralympics in Rio de Janeiro are in danger of being remembered for all the wrong reasons, according to commenters. Read the story and comments » Follow Dezeen on Snapchat!   Are you on Snapchat? Follow Dezeen for exclusive content including event coverage, book reviews and all kinds of other stuff.  "Sublime architecture"   This bright white summer house is as beautiful as the nearby Santorini coastline, say commenters. Read the story and comments »           Dezeen Jobs   Are you looking for a job in architecture and design? Visit the new and improved Dezeen Jobs site, where we've got 64 new jobs this week, including: Architect/project leader at Marks Barfield Architects in London, UK » Marketing director at Studio Gang Architects in Illinois, USA » Professor of architectural design at the Oslo School of Architecture in Oslo, Norway » Most popular   12 design studios that architects have created for themselves » Most liked   Ward Roberts' photographs capture the colours of sports courts around the world » Most tweeted   Smartwatch sales experience first decline as Apple Watch popularity dives » Most pinned   10 of the most significant Modernist summer houses in Fire Island Pines » Most commented   Brexit could force UK firms to "become more European" and expand overseas » News   RIBA calls for national investment and freedom of movement to help architects tackle Brexit » More news » Architecture   Sleeping alcove projects from Arkansas pool house by Marlon Blackwell » More architecture » Interiors   Nimtim modernises Victorian terrace to create pied-a-terre for a heart surgeon » More interiors » Design   Roxanne Flick bases ceramic tea set on the shape of flamingos » More design » Competitions   We're offering readers the chance to win a copy of the fourth issue of Fiera magazine » Dezeen Watch Store   The Polygon by Chi & Chi is now available in white and black » Dezeen Book of Interviews   The Dezeen Book of Interviews features conversations with 45 leading figures in architecture and design. Pick up your copy for just £8 »

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