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The latest edition of our Dezeen Debate newsletter features a renovated 19th-century cottage in the Czech Republic. Subscribe to Dezeen Debate now.

Architecture practice Studio Plyš refurbished a 19th-century cottage in the Czech Republic, combining stone and timber with new elements in plywood, concrete and fibre cement.

Commenters discussed the project, with one saying “it’s a considerable improvement on the original” and another calling it “a truly exceptional project”.

Dutch students create modular electric car “you can repair yourself”

Other stories in this week’s newsletter included a repairable electric car concept by Eindhoven University of Technology students, a home in Mexico built with custom concrete blocks and a privacy-focused smartphone by Swiss technology company Punkt.

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