Renzo Piano's plans for controversial "Paddington Pole" skyscraper withdrawn

Renzo Piano's proposal for a 72-storey skyscraper in London's Paddington has been withdrawn following protests against the development. (more…)

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Dezeen Jobs: latest jobs update

See the latest from our recruitment site Dezeen Jobs, including positions with Joyce Wang Studio, John Ronan Architects and Apple Inc in California. This is also the last chance to apply for roles with Moooi, LSE/SU Arts, MVRDV, and more... (more…)

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Work starts on David Chipperfield-designed museum beside the Taj Mahal

British architect David Chipperfield has unveiled his design for a museum in Agra, India, which is now under construction next to the Taj Mahal. (more…)

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Richard Hutten's Dombo mug "makes people happy when they see it"

Most Loved: next up in our exclusive video series, Dutch designer Richard Hutten tells the story behind his colourful children's cup with oversized ears for handles. (more…)

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Barbie dolls with new body types unveiled as a part of diversified line

The iconic Barbie doll is now available in several different body types, including a more full-figured version for the first time. (more…)

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Sculptural staircase features inside minimal Swedish house by Jonas Lindvall

A spiral staircase provides an eye-catching feature inside this minimal white house completed by Swedish designer Jonas Lindvall in a seaside town outside Malmö (+ slideshow). (more…)

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Adrian Manea refurbishes Modernist flat in London's Belsize Park

A one-bedroom flat in a 1960s housing block in north-west London has been updated with modern fittings and furniture in this project by designer Adrian Manea (+ slideshow). (more…)

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