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issue #129 29/11/12

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World’s tallest building will be constructed in 90 days

Broad Sustainable Building plans to construct the world’s tallest building in just 90 days but our readers reckon the company should take more time and create something that's not such a "monstrosity". Read the story and comments »

Orchard House by Studio Octopi

This English courtyard house by Studio Octopi incorporating a historic stone wall is our most popular story this issue and impressed readers with its subtle detailing. Read the story and comments »

Omote 3D Shashinkan by Party

A pop-up 3D photo booth by Party has some readers pondering "all the new inventions that will come from the 3D printing revolution" and others thinking about the funniest places to put tiny models of themselves. Read the story and comments »

Casa El Pangue by Elton + Léniz

We've published a couple of popular Chilean houses recently, including this tiered residence by Elton + Léniz, prompting readers to discuss the social context surrounding architects' opportunities there. Read the story and comments »

Casa Arco by Pezo von Ellrichshausen

The second project from Chile this issue is an earthquake-proof house by Pezo von Ellrichshausen, with readers admiring the rigour of the steel and glass exterior. Read the story and comments »

Shivering Bowls by Nendo

Readers are enchanted by Nendo's silicone bowls that are so thin they quiver in the wind. Read the story and comments »

“The second hand is a real piece of sculpture moving around the watch” – Benjamin Hubert

In this movie filmed by Dezeen, British designer Benjamin Hubert explains why he placed a double-length second hand over the pleated face of Plicate, his first watch for Italian accessories brand NAVA, which is available from Dezeen Watch Store now. Watch the movie here »

Nebula 12 by Micasa LAB

Readers aren't sure they need this cloud-generating lamp by Nebula 12 to tell them what the weather's doing outside. Read the story and comments »

Removal of design from school curriculum is “insanity” – Neville Brody

Incoming D&AD president Neville Brody's comments that plans to remove creative subjects from the UK curriculum are “short-sighted insanity” have sparked a heated debate among our readers. Read the story and comments »

Satellite by Mr Jones Watches at Dezeen Watch Store

This limited-edition watch designed by London brand Mr Jones Watches tells time using coloured dots on a 24 hour mechanism. Satellite by Mr Jones Watches is now available at Dezeen Watch Store where we have just five signed and numbered timepieces available to buy with free worldwide shipping. Get yours here »

Zoomlion Headquarters International Plaza by amphibianArc

Readers can hardly believe their eyes when it comes to amphibianArc's skyscrapers inspired by spacecraft for a Chinese machinery company. Read the story and comments »

Dezeen Book of Ideas extracts selected by Marcus Fairs

Every day this week Dezeen editor-in-chief Marcus Fairs is selecting an extract from our Dezeen Book of Ideas, which makes a great Christmas present and is available for just £12. The projects he has chosen include a fraudulent proposal for the Eiffel Tower (above), a homemade toaster and a pewter stool cast on the beach in sand. Get the Book of Ideas here »

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A coutyard house that is subtly designed for a wheelchair user is our most-viewed story this issue »

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Dezeen News highlights

Yves Behar’s “denigrating” SodaStream ad banned in UK »

World’s tallest building will be constructed in 90 days »

Removal of design from school curriculum is “insanity” – Neville Brody »

Built environment more beautiful than nature, says UK planning minister »

“Social responsibility has been forgotten” – author of book on Ulm School of Design »

Makerbot photo booth prints 3D models of faces »

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Inverse Lighting Design seeks lighting designer »

Black Frame seeks lifestyle PR manager »

The Modern House seeks estate agency valuer »

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Marketing internship at Situ Studio »

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Junior/senior show home stylist at BLOCC »

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Competitions

Five limited-edition VOID watches and True Faith scarves to give away»

Competition winners

 

Richard Fennell from the UK, Delia Piccinini from the UK, Angela Moinicken from the USA, Claudia Sanna from the UK, Marta Garcia Sancho from Spain, Verena Schmaus from Germany, Christian Baumgarten from Germany, Karen Demyttenaere from Belgium, Julian Tan from Australia and Matias Tenca from Argentina all won a Pin Map.

Heather Walsh from the UK, Daniela Silva from Portugal, Mickie Bull from the UK, César Monroy Márquez from Mexico and Lee McLaughlin from the UK all won a set of Balancing Blocks.

Dezeen Music Project

Whether you like you dance music smooth, brooding or disco-infused, we've got something for everyone on Dezeen Music Project this week.

Dezeen Music Project features an eclectic selection of tracks by new artists. Listen to all the tracks »

Dezeen Book of Ideas

The Dezeen Book of Ideas features over 100 of the most interesting ideas for design, architecture and interiors ever featured on Dezeen. Pick up your copy for just £12 »

Dezeen Watch Store

A curated collection of watches by named designers and boutique brands. Go to Dezeen Watch Store »