Thursday, February 1, 2018

RIBA cautions architects about MIPIM misconduct

RIBA president Ben Derbyshire has warned architects attending the MIPIM property fair to adhere strictly to the body's code of conduct, following the sector's involvement in the Presidents Club scandal. Read more



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"Will Amazon's HQ2 actually be good for whatever city wins the race?"

Amazon HQ2 shortlisted cities map

North American cities are fiercely vying to secure Amazon's second headquarters, but will the retail giant really improve the culture and infrastructure of the area it finally chooses? Aaron Betsky doesn't think so. Read more



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Fluctuating LED office lights offer workers caffeine-like energy boost

Philips lighting

Philips has installed a system of LED lights in an office in Prague that are designed to support workers' circadian rhythms throughout the day. Read more



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Super Bowl stadiums of the past, present and future

Hard Rock Stadium by Populous‎, Miami, Florida

Since the 52nd Super Bowl is taking place this weekend at a new stadium in Minneapolis, here's a look at some of the other giant venues that have previously hosted, or will host, the NFL's annual American football championship. Read more



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Dezeen has reached 750,000 followers on Pinterest!

Dezeen has 750,000 Pinterested followers. Illustration by Øivind Hovland

We're thrilled to announce that we now have over 750,000 followers on our Pinterest page, where we post all of the best images from Dezeen. Read more



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Park Hill estate to be converted into student housing

The final wave of regeneration at brutalist Park Hill estate will see 350 student homes, designed by British practice Whittam Cox Architects, built within the iconic concrete framework of the social housing complex in Sheffield, England. Read more



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IKEA and Tom Dixon launch modular bed with collection of "authorised hacks"

Tom Dixon's Delaktig bed has launched at IKEA stores, alongside a furry fabric cover and a collection of modular elements that allow users to customise and "hack" the furniture. Read more



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