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This week marked two years since the closing of Heatherwick Studio's Vessel in New York and Apollodorus Architecture has designed a Colosseum-like stadium for Bath, UK. Read on for more...

 

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Ludwig Godefroy creates "habitable gardens" using massive skylights in Mexico

Ludwig Godefroy creates "habitable gardens" using massive skylights in Mexico

Mexico City-based architect Ludwig Godefroy has cut circular openings into the slanted ceilings of a series of dwellings in Puerto Escondido, Mexico, to create semi-exposed pools and gardens.

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"The Vessel shows us how bad the vampiric ultra-wealthy are at making public space"

"The Vessel shows us how bad the vampiric ultra-wealthy are at making public space"

It's now two years since Thomas Heatherwick's Vessel was closed following a series of suicides at the site. As the ill-fated project gathers dust, Matt Shaw reflects on what went wrong.

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Apollodorus Architecture proposes classical alternative to Bath Rugby stadium

Apollodorus Architecture proposes classical alternative to Bath Rugby stadium

British studio Apollodorus Architecture has designed a Colosseum-like stadium in Bath, UK, as a response to a proposed redevelopment put forward by Bath Rugby.

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Almanach exhibition explores new ways to build a strong future

Almanach exhibition explores new ways to build a strong future

Promotion France's Fondation d'entreprise Martell has launched an exhibition titled Almanach, showcasing local resources collected as part of a research initiative exploring "new ways for building a resilient and equitable future".

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Human rights group alleges “rampant exploitation" of female workers making World Cup merchandise

Human rights group alleges "rampant exploitation" of female workers making FIFA merchandise

As the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup takes place in New Zealand and Australia, human rights organisation Equidem has alleged that female workers producing official FIFA merchandise are being exploited.

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Zaha Hadid Architects references "mountainside waterfalls" for Xi'an skyscraper

Zaha Hadid Architects references "mountainside waterfalls" for Xi'an skyscraper

British architecture studio Zaha Hadid Architects has announced its plans for Daxia Tower, a 210-metre-tall skyscraper in China's Xi'an business district with a curved form and planted terraces.

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"Now is the time for the creative industry to rise up and grab the reins"

"Now is the time for the creative industry to rise up and grab the reins"

Earth Overshoot Day, which marks the date when consumption of resources exceeds the planet's annual capacity to regenerate them, took place on 2 August this year. It's a reminder for designers to lead in building a more sustainable future, writes Sian Sutherland.

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US scientists prove that metal can heal itself

US scientists prove that metal can heal itself

Scientists from Texas A&M University and Sandia National Laboratories in New Mexico have observed metal cracking and fusing back together, in a discovery that could pave the way for self-healing machines, vehicles and bridges.

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"Visionary" Italian designer Rodolfo Dordoni dies aged 69

"Visionary" Italian designer Rodolfo Dordoni dies aged 69

Architect and designer Rodolfo Dordoni, who served as the art director for a number of Italian design brands including Artemide, Cappellini and Minotti, has passed away at the age of 69.

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Populous set to add hotel to Manchester City's Etihad Stadium

Populous set to add hotel to Manchester City's Etihad Stadium

Football club Manchester City has won approval to redevelop a stand at its stadium in Manchester, UK, to increase capacity while adding a museum and hotel.

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"Plastic has an image problem" says Danish Plastics Federation CEO

"Plastic has an image problem" says Danish Plastics Federation CEO

Plastic has a crucial role to play in the battle against climate change, according to Thomas Drustrup, managing director of the Danish trade association for plastics.

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"I have fought all my life against macho products" says Philippe Starck

"I have fought all my life against macho products" says Philippe Starck

The next generation of designers will need to account for a crisis of sexuality and should aim for an asexual design language, French designer Philippe Starck tells Dezeen in this interview.

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