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This week readers are commenting on a "theatre of the future" planned for Saudi Arabia and debating Stefano Boeri Architetti's masterplan for a meditation centre in Nepal. Read on for more…

 

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Eric Owen Moss describes design approach to (W)rapper high-rise in exclusive film

"What is not to like?"

Architect Eric Owen Moss describes the design and engineering approach to constructing the (W)rapper office building in Los Angeles in this exclusive film produced by Dezeen. Readers are in two minds.

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Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura designs immersive events space for Neom

"There is something thrilling in the implementation of visionary talent"

Commenters are debating a "theatre of the future" in Saudi Arabia, that has been announced as mega-project Neom's latest destination.

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Fraser & Partners unveils design for world's tallest hybrid timber tower in Perth

"Timber structures are not the solution"

Readers are puzzled by architecture studio Fraser & Partners design for a 190-metre-tall residential timber tower in Perth, Australia.

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IGArchitects designs home in Japan as "one big room"

"Quiet, calming, lovely"

Commenters are discussing a "pure and tactile" home in Tokyo designed by Japanese studio IGArchitects which features stepped living areas framed by boardmarked concrete walls.

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Does London need the Sphere?

"Put it in Blackpool, which already has a 'mini Las Vegas' brand"

Following recent controversy over proposals for an MSG Sphere in London similar to Las Vegas's new light-up venue, Dezeen examines the arguments on both sides of the debate. Readers weigh in.

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Populous unveils design for neon-lit esports arena in Saudi Arabia

"Stop the world, I want to get off"

Architecture studio Populous has released visuals of the Qiddiya City Esports Arena, which will be located in "the world's first mixed-use gaming and esports district". Commenters are finding it all too much.

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"Average customer doesn't care terribly much about sustainability" says LVMH US head

"People are more concerned about the cost or prestige"

Louis Vuitton and Dior owner LVMH is aiming to become more sustainable – but not because customers are demanding it, explains the CEO of the luxury goods company's North America arm, Anish Melwani, in this exclusive interview. Readers join the debate.

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Christian Louboutin and Madalena Caiado create "most extravagant and most traditional" hotel in Portugal

"Refreshing, peaceful interruption for such a huge scale"

Some commenters think Stefano Boeri Architetti's masterplan for a meditation centre and landscaped gardens at a Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal is "over-designed and borderline dystopian".

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Kyran Knauf creates tabletop cricket farm for household meat alternative

"Is there a vegan option?"

Readers are questioning a tabletop device that allows users to breed and harvest crickets as an alternative protein sourced created by Netherlands-based designer Kyran Knauf.

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Mario Cucinella Architects reveals semicircular hospital rising out of the ground in Cremona

"Here's how you achieve fantastic form and function without cake decorations"

Commenters are basking in Mario Cucinella Architects design for a hospital and health park in Cremona, Italy, which appears to rise out of the ground in concentric rings.

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Takeo packaging exhibition highlights "unique sensory properties" of Japanese paper

"Simple, humorous and effective examples of great packaging"

Examples of practical and playful paper packaging were presented at this exhibition curated by designer Makoto Umebara as part of the Takeo Paper Show in Tokyo, Japan. Readers are inspired.

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Australia bans engineered stone due to silicosis risk

"Such unsubstantiated, poorly structured legislation"

Commenters are challenging Australia's decision to become the first country in the world to ban engineered stone, following rising cases of silicosis among workers who handle the material.

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