Zaha's Antwerp Port House | Non-rectangular football pitches | Inflatable nightclub

Follow us Two new buildings by Zaha Hadid Architects were unveiled this week – an ambitious new port building in Belgium and a vast cultural complex in China. Read on for a selection of the best projects and discussions on Dezeen... "A giant grasshopper robot humping an ancient building"   The Zaha Hadid-designed headquarters for Antwerp's port authority provoked some surprising comparisons, ranging from giant insects to cartoon characters. Read the story and comments » "Why are all these things pink?"   Mechanisms made from single pieces of 3D-printed plastic get a thumbs up from readers. But one commenter only cares about the colour selection. Read the story and comments » "Treasures come in all shapes and sizes"   How easy is it to play football on non-rectangular pitches, like these ones slotted between the buildings of a Bangkok slum? Read the story and comments » "I hope to one day steal that idea"   From wicker balconies to a cross-laminated timber structure, readers love the details of this London apartment block. Read the story and comments » "The door is wide open for discussion on any topic, no matter how taboo"   Is a sex toy for gender-transitioning men a design object? Readers have plenty of opinions. Read the story and comments » "You never need that much brick"   Brickwork is exposed both inside and outside this London house, and commenters think it is too much. Read the story and comments » Asif Khan creates "space in between" homes and workplaces with installation for MINI   In this exclusive movie produced by Dezeen for MINI, the brand explains why it worked with architect Asif Khan to install plant-filled pavilions across east London. Watch the movie » "A cigarette ember wouldn't be too welcome in this rubber coffin"   Farts and cigarettes are some of the reasons why readers feel this inflatable PVC nightclub would make a terrible party venue. Read the story and comments » "Let's move to radical Essex"   The radical buildings in the English county of Essex suggest that avant-garde architecture is better found in the suburbs than the cities, says Owen Hatherley. Read his opinion column » "Maybe it's comfortable but it looks awkward"   The steam-bent wood details of this chair have won praise from many readers, but a few are concerned about how much comfort it offers. Read the story and comments » Dezeen Watch Store launches limited-edition watch in collaboration with Void   With minimal detailing and a bespoke dial, Dezeen's first watch in collaboration with Swedish brand Void is now available to buy from Dezeen Watch Store. Get yours here » "The site makes the architecture"   Commenters would like to see American architects take more risks with projects like this house in Arkansas, rather than just relying on beautiful settings. Read the story and comments »             Dezeen Jobs   Are you looking for a role in architecture or design? Visit Dezeen Jobs' new and improved site, where we've got 95 new jobs this week, including: Job captain – architecture at 20th Century Fox in Los Angeles, USA » Senior interior designer at Foster + Partners in London, UK » Graphic designer at Candex Displays in Shanghai, China » Most popular   Studio MAKS builds cuboidal concrete house filled with space-saving solutions » Most commented   Moby slams Zaha Hadid-designed hotel room » Most liked   Peter Zumthor's Therme Vals spa photographed by Fernando Guerra » Most pinned   Henri Cleinge adapts grand Montreal bank for Crew Offices and Cafe » Most tweeted   David Shrigley releases "thumbs up" teaser for his Really Good Fourth Plinth sculpture » News   "Living legend" Paulo Mendes da Rocha to receive 2017 RIBA Royal Gold Medal » More news » Architecture   Brick "pixel patchwork" envelops Residenza Le Stelle housing by Buzzi Studio Di Architettura » More architecture » Interiors   Dublin dental practice by Urban Agency features curved walls and pale wood paneling » More interiors » Design   Thomas Schnur exhibits furniture pieces based on objects found in the street » More design » Competitions   Win a book documenting contemporary Scandinavian design and interiors » More competitions » Dezeen Watch Store   Bangkok-based brand Simpl has applied its minimal aesthetic to a one-handed watch » More watches » 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 £12 »

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