Dubai's sail-shaped Burj Al Arab skyscraper and man-made Palm Jumeirah island were among several highly recognisable structures in the UAE that were damaged by Iranian strikes on Saturday. More about Dubai landmark Burj Al Arab skyscraper damaged by Iranian strikes
Dutch studio MVRDV has unveiled its design for the Inaura skyscraper in Dubai, UAE, which incorporates a "jewel-like orb" on its upper floors. More about MVRDV tops Dubai skyscraper with giant orb to "steal the attention of onlookers"
Car company Mercedes-Benz and developer Binghatti have revealed Mercedes-Benz Places Binghatti City, a development in Dubai that will comprise 12 residential skyscrapers. More about Mercedes-Benz unveils skyscraper "city within a city" in Dubai
Fashion house Maison Margiela has announced the launch of its first residential project, shown in this reel created for the brand by Dezeen. More about Maison Margiela unveils first residential project in Dubai
Dubai offers designers the opportunity to "innovate, fail fast, move on again," according to speakers at a talk hosted by Dezeen and kitchen appliances brand Gaggenau. More about Designing in Dubai is like "working with wet clay" says panel at Gaggenau Dubai
Design fair Design Miami is expanding into the MENA region through a partnership with cultural enterprise Alserkal, which will see them launch a collectible design show in Dubai from 2027. More about Design Miami expands to Dubai with collectible design platform
UK studio Zaha Hadid Architects has unveiled plans for Symphony Tower, a residential skyscraper in Dubai that will be enclosed by an illuminated lattice structure. More about Zaha Hadid Architects draws on Emirati embroidery for Dubai skyscraper
Emirati studio Some Kind of Practice presented a palm-clad pavilion with a central courtyard at this year's Dubai Design Week, exploring how this architectural feature has been shaped by climate and communities over time. More about Dubai courtyard installation examines how "architecture evolved in the region"
This year's UAE Designer Exhibition at Dubai Design Week features a glass coffee table debossed with oysters and a towering wooden lamp referencing French pastries. More about UAE-based designer exhibition showcases 24 emerging local creatives
Japanese architect Tadao Ando has unveiled the design for an art museum in Dubai, which will be housed in a rounded, twisting building overlooking the emirate's natural saltwater creek. More about Tadao Ando unveils twisting design for Dubai Museum of Art
Cities and architecture across the world are increasingly being influenced by the fundamentally anti-democratic principles of places like Dubai, argues academic Quinn Slobodian in this interview. More about Spread of Dubai-style urbanism "quite terrifying" says Quinn Slobodian
Dezeen Events Guide has launched a guide to the 2025 edition of Dubai Design Week, highlighting the key events taking place from 4 to 9 November 2025. More about Dezeen Events Guide launches digital guide to Dubai Design Week 2025
A series of white pointed-dome classrooms cluster around curved paths at the Al Fanar School in Dubai, designed by local architecture studio Emkaan to nurture creativity among students. More about Emkaan creates clusters of pointed-dome classrooms for Dubai school
Crinkly stucco walls and lightweight lilac curtains take centre stage in this mid-century-style Dubai apartment, renovated by local studio Bone. More about "Immersive and architectural" bathroom defines Dubai apartment
Promotion: UAE-investment firm A.R.M. Holding has announced a partnership with international architecture practice Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) to undertake a major transformative masterplan in the heart of Dubai. More about A.R.M. Holding set to develop masterplan around Dubai's historic Jebel Ali Racecourse
English football team Chelsea Football Club has unveiled plans for multiple residential skyscrapers in Dubai's Maritime City, which will feature a rooftop football pitch. More about Chelsea FC launches "world's first football-themed residences" in Dubai
British studio RSHP has revealed plans for Peninsula Dubai, a group of 10 interconnected buildings containing a hotel and residences overlooking the water in Jumeirah, Dubai. More about RSHP designs chain of residential towers for Jumeirah waterfront
Following news that construction on the world's tallest skyscraper has restarted in Saudi Arabia, we've rounded up ten record-breaking skyscrapers, including a Zaha Hadid Architects-designed tower with the world's tallest atrium. More about Ten record-breaking skyscrapers from around the world
Elon Musk's infrastructure firm The Boring Company has been given the green light on the Dubai Loop, a 17-kilometre transport tunnel under Dubai that will link the city with speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. More about Elon Musk's Boring Company to build transport tunnel "like a wormhole" in Dubai
Designer Etienne Bastormagi looked to the "natural tones found in baking" when creating the colour palette for the Alica bakery in Dubai, which also features stainless steel in a nod to the tools used in breadmaking. More about Etienne Bastormagi references baking process for interior of Alica bakery