Smiljan Radić interview | Hormuz blockade impact | World Cup host kits

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View online     Snøhetta transforms Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers in France into "urban lantern" Architecture studio Snøhetta has completed the renovation of Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers in France, unifying its performance spaces around a tilted glass hall that overlooks a landscaped plaza. Read more ›   "There is no message in what I do" says Pritzker Architecture Prize-winner Smiljan Radić Elusive architect Smiljan Radić explains how his work should not be seen as a blueprint for "good or bad" architecture, in this exclusive interview following his "surprise" Pritzker Architecture Prize win. Read more ›   Is Africa's skyscraper mini-boom a cause for alarm? Africa is experiencing a mini-boom in skyscraper construction, with new towers rising in Egypt, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast and more. But are they symbols of progress or just vanity projects? Dezeen editor-at-large Amy Frearson investigates. Read more ›   Rift bench by Inglis Hall Dezeen Showroom: British kitchen brand Inglis Hall aimed to create a quintessential kitchen bench with Rift, a handcrafted seat made from solid wood. Read more ›   Construction material costs set to rise if Strait of Hormuz blockade continues The continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could push up prices of building materials, including steel and cement, a study by global construction consultant Linesight has warned. Read more ›   Studio Elèn Letort transforms 1920s Amsterdam cinema into "easygoing and approachable" restaurant A stained glass arch and striped cocktail bar add colourful geometry to the Ceintuur Theatre restaurant in Amsterdam, designed by dutch interiors firm Studio Elèn Letort. Read more ›   Dezeen Awards 2026 early entry deadline closes today You still have time to submit your projects for Dezeen Awards 2026, in partnership with Trimble, before the early entry deadline closes at 23:59 London time. Read more ›   Laurids Gallée shapes gloopy resin lighting like glowing antenna masts Brussels gallery Objects with Narratives is presenting Lima Charlie, an exhibition by Austrian designer Laurids Gallée featuring a constellation of polished resin lights. Read more ›   Students "must be proficient in emerging digital tools" including AI, says HEAD Genève's Javier Fernández Contreras Urgently integrating new technologies and ecological awareness are priorities within creative education, says Javier Fernández Contreras, associate professor and head of the Department of Space Design/Interior Architecture at HEAD Genève. Read more ›   Here are the kits for the three World Cup 2026 host nations Football kits for the USA, Mexico and Canada have been fully revealed for the 2026 World Cup, including US home jerseys emblazoned with bold red stripes and a green kit for Mexico that pays homage to Aztec sculpture. Read more ›   Dezeen Debate features "the best looking BMW for many, many years" The latest edition of our Dezeen Debate newsletter features BMW's first electric car in its 3 Series. Subscribe to Dezeen Debate now. Read more ›   Heliotrope tucks False Bay house into rocky site on a Washington island Architectural studio Heliotrope took a "site-sensitive approach" while designing a vacation house in the Pacific Northwest, resulting in a bow tie-shaped plan and knotty cedar cladding. Read more ›   Plus modular seating system by Francesco Rota for Lapalma Dezeen Showroom: designer Francesco Rota and Italian brand Lapalma have added new sun loungers and combination options to its capacious Plus modular outdoor seating system. 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