Why everyone likes the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library

How did the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library manage to sidestep America's architecture culture war? And is affordable design having a moment?

 

In this episode, Dezeen design editor Jennifer Hahn and editor Tom Ravenscroft reflect on the unusually positive reaction to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, designed by architecture studio Snøhetta and recently completed in North Dakota.

 

Then, they discuss Yinka Ilori's unexpected new collection for British high-street furniture retailer Dunelm, and whether it signals a shift towards more widespread affordable design.

 

Dezeen Weekly artwork is by Simon Volt. Editing is by Miguel Santa Clara.