2013: The year in design

News imageCritics praised Zaha Hadid's Galaxy Soho project in Beijing for its futuristic curves but a Beijing heritage group mourned the continued destruction of its old town. (Hufton Crow)
Critics praised Zaha Hadid's Galaxy Soho project in Beijing for its futuristic curves but a Beijing heritage group mourned the continued destruction of its old town. (Hufton Crow)

From battery-powered exoskeletons to buildings that melt cars, this year was a notable one for design.

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