Architectural design and inspiration Mate, this one’s a real gem—Zaha Hadid Architects have gone all out with Oystra, designing a structure that appears to be frozen in a wave. Staying true to ZHA’s distinctive style, the design flows like liquid shape, featuring sweeping curves and layered elements that reflect the natural cadence of the sea.

Dezeen Awards 2025 jury Get ready to don your hard hats, everyone — the Dezeen Awards 2025 jury boasts some serious design talent. This year’s selection features an international array of creative powerhouses prepared to evaluate the finest in architecture, interiors, and design with the same determination as a roo foraging in a veggie garden.

Historical design methods for warm climates In the era prior to air conditioning and double-glazing, architects operating in warm climates had to employ some ingenuity. In regions like the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of southern Europe, builders embraced the heat rather than resisting it.

Legacy of Ada Karmi-Melamede Ada Karmi-Melamede’s architectural influence is as lasting as a Bondi wave—dynamic, graceful, and impossible to overlook. With a career spanning many years, she stands as one of Israel’s most prominent architects, recognized for her designs that fuse modernist discipline with a profound awareness of context and culture.

Cultural heritage and architectural explorations Abbas Sherif Alaskari goes beyond merely visiting sites—he examines them as if they were blueprints. With the perspective of an experienced architect coupled with the essence of a storyteller, he investigates the world’s cultural treasures not in the role of a tourist but as a pursuer of design insights.