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View online     Studio VDGA arranges blocky Dubai home around sequence of courtyards A series of intersecting blocks and voids form House of Courtyards, which Indian practice Studio VDGA has added to a neighbourhood in Dubai. Read more ›   SOA Architekti transforms former graveyard into public park in Czech Republic An elevated, winding walkway guides visitors through Park of Memories, a former graveyard in Aš, Czech Republic, renovated by local studio SOA Architekti. Read more ›   Four materials made from banana plants at Future Fabrics Expo At this year's Future Fabrics Expo, banana plants emerged as a fruitful source for making more sustainable materials. Here, we spotlight four examples of the plant being transformed into leather alternatives and clothing fabric. Read more ›   Vessev launches electric hydrofoil ferry that "flies above the waves" Maritime transport firm Vessev has developed a fully electric boat that uses hydrofoil technology to reduce energy consumption by up to 90 per cent. Read more ›   Seven brown furnishings and fittings for down-to-earth interiors Dezeen Showroom: this roundup collates seven products, items of furniture and homewares listed on Dezeen Showroom that are rendered in rich brown tones. Read more ›   Raskh launches "world's first" watch with built-in bottle opener Hong Kong design studio Raskh has developed the Leverage watch, which features a patented mechanism that reveals a hidden bottle opener concealed in the case body. Read more ›   Office La draws on "special magic" of New Orleans for colourful house The colours of New Orleans' iconic streetcars informed the decor palette chosen by local studio Office La for this bright pink house. Read more ›   Sixteen spatial design projects by students at Lucerne School of Art and Design Dezeen School Shows: an installation that utilises cork and promotes sustainable harvesting is included in this school show by Lucerne School of Art and Design. Read more ›   Architecture | Interiors | Design | Technology | Jobs           You have received this because you are subscribed to Dezeen Daily. Update newsletter preferences | Unsubscribe | Forward to a friend Dezeen Limited, 8 Orsman Road, London N1 5QJ, UK Contact us | Submit a story | Advertise