Deezen

MARCH 6, 2024

In this week's comments update, commenters were left unimpressed by car brand Mercedes-Benz' plans for its first branded skyscraper in North America. Have commenters been too quick to judge? Commenter Anion initially had some reservations, writing "I really dislike open plan and am tired of seeing it". asked Souji.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing the news that the world's largest cruise ship has set off on its maiden voyage amid controversy over the environmental impact of its new fuel. Poetic," wrote Trewus , while Matheus called the project "sublime" and Mark Zudini commented "blurring the boundaries, beautiful".

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The UK’s Architects Registration Board (ARB) has found a British architect guilty of unacceptable professional conduct after the architect made “a series of offensive and antisemitic comments and gestures.”

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Deezen

JANUARY 31, 2024

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a mirrored cafe pavilion and courtyard at the site of The Old War Office in Whitehall, London. Some commenters were unconvinced by the rationale. "Is asked commenter Rd. Commenters were largely unimpressed. Do you agree?

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Deezen

JANUARY 24, 2024

In this week's comments update readers are discussing the announcement of this year's Serpentine Pavilion, designed by Mass Studies founder Minsuk Cho. Minsuk Cho reveals star-shaped 2024 Serpentine Pavilion "What a mess, I love it" Commenters weren't all immediately won over by the design. Commenter J98A was also in disbelief.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a large concrete home in California designed as a "modern ruin" , with architecture by Masastudio and interiors by Kelly Wearstler. However, some commenters felt the project was overly extravagant and lacking design direction. Other commenters were similarly impressed.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing Zaha Hadid Architects' Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Art Centre on an artificial lake in China. Meanwhile, JZ likened the design to "a metastasized Sydney Opera House" Some commenters were in favour of the design. What do you think? Twist again?

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Deezen

JANUARY 17, 2024

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a compact infill home in Dublin with red brickwork and perforated metal panels , completed by Irish architecture studio Gró Works. Commenter Tony M was also a fan of the project, writing "I like this building, in particular, the visible roof beams". Some commenters were unsure. "I

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing an extension of media company Warner Bros' headquarters in Burbank, completed by LA architecture studio Gehry Partners. Meanwhile, Heywood Floyd reminded their fellow commenters that "we've certainly seen more offensive ideas executed less confidently". Which side are you on?

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Deezen

APRIL 10, 2024

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing renderings released by Dolce & Gabbana of a supertall skyscraper in Miami , which will be the brand's first residential tower. Commenters had mixed responses. "I Commenters were largely impressed by the design. Another example of kitsch moderne!" What do you think?

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Deezen

JANUARY 10, 2024

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing the news that Saudi mega-development Neom has unveiled plans for a coastal town on the Gulf of Aqaba. Neom unveils Gulf of Aqaba coastal yachting town by 10 Design "No one has 'designed' anything here" Commenters reacted to the latest plans added to the Neom development.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a house in Sydney with a "playful and textured" facade made from reclaimed materials and broken bricks. Commenters largely thought that the building fit the bill. Some commenters were impressed by the "eclectic" design, while others thought it was "upside-down thinking".

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In this week's comments update , readers are discussing a concrete multi-generational home in India and debating news that construction has resumed on Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia. World's tallest skyscraper restarts construction in Saudi Arabia "Skyscrapers are so 20th-century" Commenters criticised the design for its excessive size.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 6, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing Danish studio BIG's design for a luxury residential building with cascading terraces, which will form part of the Ellinikon city masterplan near Athens. Commenter MKE Tom could appreciate both sides of the argument. "If Commenters were split in their reactions.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a monolithic concrete concert hall in the coastal resort of Aranya in Qinhuangdao , completed by Chinese studio Vector Architects. Jb felt the design was outdated, commenting "the 1930s have landed in Aranya". Another commenter who couldn't make their mind up was Mark Zudini. "I

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Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a visitor centre hidden within a 100-year-old Greek vineyard. K-studio buries stepped visitor centre in 100-year-old vineyard "A modernised historic structure with a soul" Commenters were in awe of the vineyard project. Commenter BBOB agreed with Heatherwick's critique.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers discussed the Štvanice Footbridge in Prague, which was designed as a "sculpture in the city ". Štvanice Footbridge in Prague designed as a "sculpture in the city" "A manifesto of modernity" Readers praised the minimalist design in the comments section, calling it "zen", "refreshing" and "simple".

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a house in the Hamptons by Diller Scofidio + Renfro with a sloping fibreglass roof and a glass facade. I work around there in the daytime," commented Cordcutter. "It Commenter's responded to Cuff's assessment that the documentary might be "architecture's kiss of death".

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Deezen

DECEMBER 30, 2022

After architecture, design and interiors again ignited plenty of debate this year, Dezeen's digital team looks back on their favourite comments and commenters from the past 12 months as part of our review of 2022. Dezeen's digital team is tasked with moderating our busy comments section, which received thousands of comments in 2022.

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Archinect

JUNE 26, 2023

Le Corbusier was to architecture what Picasso was to painting, a towering and egomaniacal creative force who transformed his discipline for ever. His buildings have inspired admiration, sometimes devotion. He is an icon, granted the nickname “Corb” or “Corbu” by architects.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing an aluminium-disc-topped pavilion in Melbourne , Australia, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Tadao Ando. Readers took opposing views in the comments section. However, other commenters were totally blown away by the "masterpiece". Do you agree?

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing news that architecture studio BIG has completed its first supertall skyscraper in New York City and debating a minimalist pink house in Mexico by César Béjar Studio. There's something truly cynical about this work, IMHO," commented Frank. But not all commenters were in agreement.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a trio of "luxury boutique hotels" unveiled as part of the latest Neom region in a scenic valley in Saudi Arabia. Readers raced to the comment section to debate the latest Neom news. Not architecture," declared HeywoodFloyd in a comment that was upvoted 10 times.

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Deezen

JUNE 28, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a colourful secondary school in China, which Trace Architecture Office has designed as a "celebration of creativity". agreed Louise Smith , while Thithyphuth was reminded of great projects past, commenting "Le Corbusier is alive and well in China". They make beautiful cars.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing an opinion piece that claims "AI is putting our jobs as architects unquestionably at risk". Commenters had a strong reaction. We're approaching the peak of inflated expectations of AI generation, (which will be a tool in the future, no doubt)," commented Marc Sicard.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 14, 2022

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing BIG's completion of the tallest building in Quito, Ecuador. Apsco Radiales was among a handful of commenters who weren't impressed. Brutalism revamped", commented Luther Blissett. A beautiful building takes a team of talented professionals," commented Melanie Taylor.

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Deezen

JULY 5, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a Christ & Gantenbein-designed concrete bridge in Aarau , Switzerland, which features five arches of varying widths. Chuck Anziulewicz caused a small storm in the comments section with the question: "Why can't we have nice things like this in the United States?"

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Deezen

AUGUST 30, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing an angular home in Portugal defined by stacked layers of warping glass and concrete. Commenters likened the dwelling to "a very interesting parking garage". Not all commenters were quite so pessimistic. Do you think Brooklyn could do better?

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Deezen

APRIL 26, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers discussed Asif Khan and Theaster Gates' Liverpool Docks transformation plans. Dezeen commenters debated the artistic goals and functionality or "usefulness" of art projects like this. However other commenters weren't enamoured with any of the designs. Commenters had a split reaction. "I

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Deezen

APRIL 19, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers discussed recently released trainers informed by Frank Lloyd Wright sketches. Kith released a pair of New Balance trainers informed by Frank Lloyd Wright sketches , but commenters weren't convinced by the connection to the 20th-century architect's work. Extremely well done," commented JZ.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

In this week's comments update, readers are dissecting a pair of inclined skyscrapers in Paris, designed by Ateliers Jean Nouvel. Commenter Wake up thought "he's completely right". "We Most commenters are enjoying the likeable simplicity of the design. Comments update. We don't strive to experiment anymore," he said. "As

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Deezen

MARCH 29, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers discussed Specht Architects' glass pavilion house in the Berkshires and debated a toilet made from wood chips. Commenters saw echoes of Mies van der Rohe 's Farnsworth House , a glass house in Illinois completed in 1951 by the 20th century modernist architect. What do you think of the project?

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Deezen

MAY 31, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers discussed luxury car manufacturer Bugatti's first foray into residential architecture. Conejo wasn't the only commenter to have had a sense of déjà vu. Commenters weren't long pointing out other aspects of the project that they find unreasonable. "So commented Tim. "As

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Deezen

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing drone footage that has revealed The Line megacity is under construction in Saudi Arabia. Comments exploded underneath last week's story showing drone footage of work beginning on The Line megacity in Saudi Arabia. Commenters had their own thoughts on the success of the project.

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Deezen

JUNE 7, 2023

In this week's comments update readers discussed a monolithic home in Mexico created as a haven for the residents and other top architecture and design stories. This is how I imagine solitary confinement or house arrest," commented The Resistance , who found the idea of living there rather "mind numbing". Do you love it or hate it?

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Deezen

JANUARY 11, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing New Zealand artist Mike Hewson's public playground, which contains 24 massive rough-hewn bluestone boulders. Appropriate playground for future generations," commented Zea Newland. Comments update. There are no handrails or platforms in the playground. Join the discussion ›.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing Wallmakers founder Vinu Daniel's "elitist" defence of unpaid internships. Jacopo was far from the only commenter to argue that architectural education needs reform. Commenters hailed it as "a sober and elegant place to live". Other commenters weren't quite so pro-union.

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