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This week, readers are discussing recently released photos of progress on The Line megacity in Saudi Arabia and debating Mercedes-Benz's Vision V concept. Read on for more and join the debate!

 

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Nina+Co and ROAR Architects swaddle London house with cork cladding

"How durable is cork?"

Readers are debating a 1970s London house in Tottenham, which Nina+Co and ROAR Architects have clad in cork.

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Photos show concrete works underway at The Line megacity

"We have been conditioned to consume without any thought for the future"

Recently shared photos show concrete works progressing on The Line megacity, which is being built as part of Neom in northwest Saudi Arabia. Commenters react to the updates.

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Mercedes-Benz unveils luxury van with integrated chess board and karaoke mode

"Gen Z will eat this up"

Readers are discussing Mercedes-Benz's Vision V concept, unveiled at Auto Shanghai, which aims to redefine vans as luxury VIP shuttles.

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Selldorf Architects completes The Frick Collection renovation in New York

"Achieving this result is nothing less than a daring feat"

Readers share their thoughts about Selldorf Architects' long-awaited renovation and expansion of The Frick Collection in New York City.

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Green terracotta covers Disney New York headquarters by SOM and Gensler

"In a state of crisis, innovation drops to near zero and nostalgia rises"

An inability to imagine the world differently is preventing us from understanding what a terrible situation humanity is in, writes Rachel Donald. Dezeen readers share their takes.

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World's largest wooden structure encircles Expo 2025 Osaka

"Yes, Japanese joinery is glorious, but why have so many materials and resources been wasted?"

A temporary wooden structure by Sou Fujimoto Architects, made for Expo 2025 Osaka, has drawn comments about sustainability.

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Portals Collection furniture takes cues from Irish portal tombs

"Wooden furniture, inspired by stone, and made to look like CNC-machined polystyrene – mind-bending!"

Commenters are intrigued by a furniture collection designed with reclaimed maple and inspired by Ireland's ancient megalithic tombs, created by New York-based Studio Bucky.

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Jack Rankin and Nyami Studio complete vaulted bamboo pavilion in Pakistan

"Wonderful!"

Vaulted bamboo structures form this community workshop and events space in Pakistan, completed by Northern Irish architect Jack Rankin and UK practice Nyami Studio. Readers are full of praise.

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First 3D-printed Starbucks nears completion in Texas

"That's good, Starbucks – now improve your coffee!"

The first 3D-printed store by coffeehouse chain Starbucks is nearing completion in Brownsville, Texas, featuring exposed layered walls overlaid with the brand's signage. Commenters weigh in.

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