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| | When I think of Richard Serra, I think of his Torqued Ellipses. Yes, he had countless other abstract works that challenged viewers' perception of space, but his Ellipses were both beautiful, with their velvety soft corten steel patina, as well as technically unfathomable, with their weight, mass, scale and precision. |
| | Serra's works grace the collections of many of the world's most prestigious museums and they have been the anchor at some of our favorites, including LACMA, MOCA Contemporary, MOMA, Dia Beacon, and Guggenheim Bilbao. , Encountering a Serra sculpture in person is a truly immersive experience. The scale and presence of his work can be transformative, forcing you to confront space and perception in entirely new ways. If you are able, spend some time with his work – walk around it, look up at its immensity, and listen as sound bounces around the space. |
| | With my all my appreciation of his work, I was saddened to hear of Richard Serra's passing on March 26th. While his art will endure long after all of us, it's unfortunate that we won't have the chance to experience more of Serra's groundbreaking work. NYT on Richard Serra (1938-2024) Serra + Brunello + Bach listen here |
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| | Imagine a world beyond sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. Ed Yong's "An Immense World" takes you on a journey to explore how animals perceive their surroundings. From beetles drawn to fire using infrared vision to turtles navigating with Earth's magnetic fields, the book reveals the hidden realms animals experience through their unique senses. Prepare to be amazed by the unseen and unheard, and gain a newfound appreciation for the incredible richness and complexity of the world around us. Recently we saw Ed Yong talk at the main library here and it was really quite something. I was particularly struck by his knowledge and fascination of science, combined with his writers ability to simplify and eloquently share very complicated ideas. And if you really want to be amazed, let's talk about the knowledge bomb Ed dropped about hummingbird tongues. |
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| | Unveiled at the Rivian theater in Laguna Beach, the new electric lineup, the R2, R3, and R3X, boasts unique design features that go well beyond performance and range. Standouts include multipurpose trunks, flat-folding seats for ultimate cargo/camping flexibility, disappearing rear glass, a panoramic roof, and an integrated flashlight cleverly tucked into the driver's door – all thoughtful details that enhance the driving and camping experience for Rivian adventurers. And if you have not seen the renovation Rivian did at the old South Coast Movie Theater at Main Beach Laguna, you should check it out, as the table full of travel and photography books, and the big comfy couches are reason enough. Find Rivian Laguna events here |
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| | The twin themes of “Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus” are art and mortality, and they’re twisted so tightly together that they become inextricable. Shot in black and white to match the keys of the piano, the film entirely consists of the influential Japanese musician’s final concert. One might say it was a performance for nobody — Sakamoto filmed alone in a studio, with only the crew there as audience. But it’s more correct to say it’s for us, a gift. Sakamoto’s long career covered techno-pop, scores for movies like “The Last Emperor” and “The Revenant,” and experimental and instrumental albums that stretch and play with the full range of sound. The songs he plays in “Opus” — 20 in all — span his career and it’s an intensely moving experience. |
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| Watch - "A litter of Golden Retrievers puppies playing in the snow. Their heads pop out of the snow." |
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| | Imagine describing a fantastical landscape or a historical event, and within seconds, you have a captivating visual narrative complete with scenery, characters, and motion. |
| | Watch - "Drone view of waves crashing against the rugged cliffs along Big Sur's Garay Point Beach. The crashing blue waters create white-tipped waves, while golden light..." |
| Sora is a groundbreaking technology from OpenAI that allows users to transform written prompts into vivid, realistic videos. Empowering creators of all levels to bring their stories and ideas to life in a previously unimaginable way. Before real estate, I worked for 20+ years in film VFX. Knowing the image below was created with text driven AI blows my mind! What took months can now be achieved in minutes. And yes, there are caveats with the level of control one has to get exactly what they want, but keep in mind how young this technology is. |
| | Watch - "An extreme close-up of a gray-haired man with a beard in his 60's, he is deep in thought pondering the history of the universe as he sits in a cafe in Paris..." |
| As might be expected, these developments raise significant concerns. Some pertain to the potential transformation or obsolescence of industries, while others focus on the risks of misuse and the challenge of distinguishing between authentic and artificial content. And let's not forget this is an election year... Critical perspective - here The full Sora video - here (feel free to skip the first clip) |
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| Contrast/Harmony | Architecture |
| When cities change, there's a challenge in deciding what to do with old buildings - whether to keep, repair, or adapt them. Utilizing these structures requires a careful balance between respecting their history and meeting today's needs. Architects must find creative solutions by updating a building while respecting its original layout and features. Some of the best, add new elements that stand out from the old structure. This approach not only revitalizes the building but also celebrates the synergy between the past and present, including materials, construction technology, architectural movements, stories, and overall building quality. Integrating elements from the past and present is not easy and necessitates a careful and perceptive approach to instill the "new" building with a renewed sense of meaning. Here are some of the best examples, courtesy of ArchDaily |
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| Inverted Jenny | Philately |
| An Inverted Jenny stamp, recently set a record-breaking auction price of $2 million. Marking an 835.8 million percent increase from its original 24-cent price and making it the first single U.S. stamp to surpass $2 million at auction. Produced in 1918, the stamp gained collector's value due to an error in printing, with the airplane image printed upside down. The one and only single sheet of 100 Inverted Jenny's was first purchased by William T. Robey for $24 on the 1918 release day and subsequently sold for $15,000 within a week. Of the 100, this particular stamp that was recently sold, positioned 49th, is considered the best-preserved among them. In 2021, a set of four Inverted Jenny stamps fetched $4.9 million at Sotheby's, marking the highest sum ever achieved by a U.S. philatelic item. Was I the only one who dreamed of finding one of these? |
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| | If you have been reading this for a while, you might have noticed James Turrell is one of my favorite artists. From a distance his work is hard to appreciate, but I can tell you the hour I spent in a private collectors Skyspace still touches me decades later. Turrell's Skyspaces are darkened rooms with an opening in the ceiling that allows viewers to see a framed portion of the sky, a sky that surprisingly changes moment by moment. The lighting in the room is carefully controlled to help one further appreciate the sky above. Turrell is known for his work with light and perception, and his Skyspaces have been described as both meditative and spiritual experiences. |
| | Considering all this, imagine the experiences Turrell's new space (above) at the Friends Seminary School in NYC will provide its K-12 students. How cool would it be to have access to a Skyspace every day? |
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| | This vibrant cacophony of color was lost for nearly a century, during which time the painting was only known to us by a black-and-white photograph taken in 1925. Painted in the final years of Gustav Klimt’s life, the work appears to have been started in May 1917 and was found unfinished in Klimt’s studio when he passed away in 1918. A century later, it has resurfaced and will head to auction in Vienna with a hefty estimate of $32.5 million–$55 million. |
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| Eno's Turntable II | Design |
| If the turntable above looks strangely familiar, chances are you've seen a big version of it: Brian Eno's iconic record player was the inspiration for the stage set of U2 during their residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas. The original Turntable is a design icon and now there's a new version that's available without Bono jumping around on top of it. The Turntable II's platter and base are lit with LED lights that change as you play your records, but you'll have to be quick if you want one as there will just be 150 made available to the general public. Each one will have Brian Eno's signature and the turntable's number engraved on the side of the base. Could this be the best place to spin Eno's seminal album "Music For Airports"? See more and read Eno's interview here |
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| Super Yacht? | Architecture |
| Imagine cruising the ocean in your own (or better, your friends) super yacht, then diving deep into unexplored waters – all in the same vessel. That's the magic of the Migaloo M5, a 165-meter masterpiece that's both a luxurious yacht and a submersible. Think Jeff Bezos meets James Bond. This isn't your average yacht, though. It's fully customizable to ones wildest dreams. Feeling adventurous? Hop in one of the two onboard mini-subs and discover more "intimate" underwater worlds. Need a break from the ocean? Jump in the helicopter and head to the shore. Now to get it built and paid for... |
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| | Artificial Intelligence is arguably the most relevant tool of our time when it comes to creating images. Everyone has seen images made with Image-generative AI, yet only a few have mastered it. Creatives often invest significant effort in crafting their prompts, and as a result, these prompts are typically kept a secret. This practice can make it challenging for others to understand how prompting actually works and how best to implement them. The book "Spells" aims to change this by offering examples of 250 high-value prompts from 56 leading artists across various disciplines. The aim is to enhance individuals' skills and knowledge in AI image creation by demonstrating various prompting styles and techniques, thereby encouraging you to more effectively create your own AI-assisted work. Consider this your crash course in generative AI. |
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| Music For Airports | Listen |
| In 1978, Brian Eno's "Music for Airports" took a bold step away from the traditional songs and catchy melodies of the time. Instead, it offered four immersive soundscapes originally designed to soothe the often-stressful environment of air travel. Unlike any music before, the album used layered tape loops and subtle changes to create a calming, ever-evolving ambience while creating a peaceful backdrop that did not demand attention. This groundbreaking work wasn't just background noise; it was a deliberate choice. "Music for Airports" blurred the lines between music and environmental sound design, paving the way for the freshly minted genre of ambient music. And don't forget this was truly analog music, not digital. So when we say "tape loops", we mean loops of tape spliced together and played on a tape deck. |
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| Eleven Madison Park | Hospitality |
| There is a show that documents the seven days leading up to major live events like The Kentucky Derby or a Chanel fashion show and the episode chronicling the reopening of what many consider the best restaurant in the world is something to behold. Eleven Madison Park's reopening isn't just a meal, it's a seven-day high-wire act. Cameras capture the pressure-cooked world of Michelin-starred chefs as they test 100 platings, fret over banquet fabric, and strive for perfection. This isn't just about food, it's a drama of passion, ambition, and the magic of culinary art taking flight. |
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| | Step into a transformed LA warehouse, and you'll encounter long-lost oversized works by the likes of Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Salvador Dalí, and others, created not as museum pieces but as amusement park rides and interactive attractions, including a carousel painted by Haring or a ferris wheel by Basquiat. This immersive playground, resurrected from a forgotten 1987 German art amusement park and stored in shipping containers for nearly 40 years, isn't just a walk-through exhibit; it's a celebration of imagination, where childhood wonder collides with avant-garde mastery. |
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| | Saudi Arabia's NEOM megaproject recently unveiled its full scope, stretching well beyond the iconic 106-mile-long "Line" city that was announced in 2021. The luxury island resort "Sindalah" opens its doors this year, while "Trojena's" ski slopes carve through local mountains, and an octagon-shaped floating port joins the ambitious mix, pushing design, sustainability, and diversity. |
| | Along with its grandeur comes the real question, can it be built? Whether NEOM becomes the glittering utopia envisioned depends on its ability to navigate challenges and leverage advantages. While its ultimate success remains uncertain, it certainly serves as a bold experiment in reimagining urban development and pushing the boundaries of human ambition. And yes, "bold experiment" and "pushing boundaries" certainly sound like a "no-go" to me. |
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| Michelangelo Discovered | Art |
| For centuries, Michelangelo's Florence refuge – a compact vault filled with his sketches – was forgotten. In November 1975, the director of the Museum of the Medici Chapels enlisted a restorer to conduct cleaning experiments in a narrow passageway below the apse of the New Sacristy. This was part of a preliminary inspection to find a suitable area for creating a new museum exit. Instead of finding a new passageway, a room was discovered. The small chamber had served as a charcoal storage space until 1955. Afterward, it was left unused, sealed, and forgotten for decades beneath a trap door. During wall tests, the restorer discovered a series of drawings depicting various figures beneath layers of plaster. These were traced with charred and sanguine wooden sticks, with images overlapping in various sizes. Most of these drawings are attributed to Michelangelo. This intimate space now offers the public a glimpse into the Renaissance master's creative process. Access is limited, requiring reservations and offering only 15 minutes of exploration at a time, but for a lucky few, it's a chance to stand within the very walls where artistic genius unfolded. |
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| | Fuel for your travel fantasies Architectural Digest presents a sublime array of Airbnb cabins, from cliffside Arizona marvels to California treetop hideaways. Rustic Oregon retreats and modern Montana lakeside gems tempt us, while secluded Finnish islands and charming Canadian hot tub havens beckon. This curated list goes beyond stunning views, highlighting unique features like Japanese-style soaks and private docks. Grab your hiking boots, cozy up by the fire, or just unwind in nature's embrace – your perfect cabin adventure awaits. |
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| | If we have talked in the last couple of weeks, you might have heard about our trip to Vegas to see U2 at The Sphere. It was more than incredible, a game changer and you should consider seeing it yourself. If you find yourself on the fence, let's grab a coffee and I will do my best to talk you into it with recollections of how 167,000 speakers sound and how crystal clear a 6-story video image of Bono can be. |
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| "It’s time. The familiar and evocative arpeggios from Edge’s guitar puncture the stillness, launching the band into “Where The Streets Have No Name.” Beside me, in the 300-level section, an older man wearing a blazer turns to the woman beside him and exclaims “Holy fucking shit!” He then turns back to the screen—the highest-resolution LED screen anywhere in the world, nestled inside the biggest spherical structure anywhere in the world—and begins to sing at the top of his lungs, along with everyone else, about how he wants to run, hide, and tear down the walls that hold him inside." Read the full article here |
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| | In line with the greats - Eggleston and Shore. Whether sailing from San Francisco on freighters or navigating multi-stopover air routes, Greg Girard immersed himself in the vibrant landscapes of the US West Coast. ‘I stayed in cheap hotels, or half-slept in all-night cinemas and walked the streets photographing by day and by night. Lingering for days or weeks, traveling by Greyhound to other cities, and then at some point eventually boarding a plane or ship to cross the Pacific,’ |
| | All this does beg the question if photos of bell-bottom pants and old cars are appreciated because they evoke nostalgia for bygone days or because they are great photographs? And how does Echtachrome film work into it? Between you and me I love them for both reasons, they are great photographs that carry a patina from the past that I also appreciate. If you want to get into the weeds with me on this, we should talk about Robert Frank's 1958 photographs titled "From The Bus". |
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| Vertical Rainbow | Architecture |
| In a pioneering move, SAKO Architects harnessed a newly developed paint for outdoor glass to bring their project to life. This revolutionary material allowed the architects to apply a gradient coating of color to tempered laminated glass, creating a vibrant, multicolored facade. |
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| | OK, some might consider Dua Lipa to be overly poppy and yes, Hudson introduced me to her, but give us a chance here - "Levitating" with its disco, house, and R&B overtones is worth a listen. Particularly when you have Song Exploder breaking it down, diving into details like autotune, old-school talkbox impresarios, and Roland VP-330 synthesizers. Take a listen (forgive the ads) and let me know what you think. |
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| | Andrés Reisinger loves pink. His homage to the whimsical hue manifests in a series of digital artworks titled 'Take Over' that reimagine major cities with tactile, bouncy, fluffy — and at times hairy — flosses draping over historic architecture. The fabrics are rendered in hyperrealistic detail, making it difficult to tell whether the images are real or digital. |
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| | Condé Nast Traveller has released its annual Hot List, which highlights the best new restaurants in the world. The list includes restaurants from all over the globe, from New York City to Tokyo to Lima, with a focus on places that are pushing the boundaries of cuisine and creating truly memorable dining experiences. |
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| Carbonized | Architecture |
| Shou sugi ban or yakisugi, also known as carbonized wood, has been used in Japanese architecture for centuries. The wood preservation technique involves charring the surface of the wood with fire. This process, first used in the Edo period (1603-1867), creates a hard, dark finish resistant to rot, decay, and insects. Though rooted in Japanese tradition, carbonized wood is increasingly being used in modern architecture around the world, due to its unique beauty and environmental benefits. |
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| | British artist Peter Newman has created a new sculpture called Skystation. As an object to be both observed and used, its contours, modeled after the human body, encourage people to stop, recline, and gaze up at the sky in a moment of reflection. |
| | The sculpture encourages conversation, contemplation of the sky above, and enjoyment of the architecture of Canary Wharf that frames it. |
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| | Wilson has created a basketball that does not need to be inflated or fear being deflated. The basketball is made from a 3D-printed elastomeric polymer and is designed to be more durable and long-lasting than traditional basketballs. I am sure there is still some work to be done and it may not meet expectations, but you have to admit, it does look pretty cool. |
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| | Some of the world's most famous architects have turned their talents to designing superyachts, creating luxurious and innovative vessels that are both works of art and feats of engineering. |
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| "Feeling Good" 1965 | Listen |
| Recorded by Nina Simone for her album "I Put A Spell On You", "Feeling Good" is a raw anthem of self-affirmation, determination, overcoming adversity and finding joy in the simple things of life. And let's not forget the horns that kick in at the 40-second mark. Take a listen and let me know what you think. |
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| | Are the coolest pools the ones that offer the best respite on days when you feel that you’re about to overheat, or the ones that make the best use of creative and innovative design? While you could argue it either way, with these stunning creations, you won’t have to choose. Located across the world, these unique dips are sure to impress both the swimmer and the design aficionado. Even better, there’s more than one world record holder on this list—from the deepest pool to the tallest outdoor one—making them that much more alluring. |
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| | Presenting more than 120 rarely-seen works on paper that demonstrate how O'Keeffe used charcoal, watercolor, pastel, and graphite to revisit and riff on organic forms. It is the first museum show to explore O’Keeffe’s serial process and—somewhat incredibly—the first exhibition devoted to her at MoMA since 1946. “To see takes time,” Georgia O’Keeffe once wrote. Best known for her flower paintings, O’Keeffe (1887–1986) also made extraordinary series of works on paper. Reuniting works that are often seen individually, with key paintings, MoMA offers a rare glimpse into the artist’s working methods and invites us to take time to look. |
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| | A treasure trove of 230 classic cars was recently been uncovered in the Netherlands in what’s being hailed as the greatest "barn find" in automotive history. The extraordinary collection, amassed over the course of four decades by Dutch connoisseur Ad Palmen, went under the gavel earlier this month. The selection of rare models showcases Palmen’s impeccable taste, with cars hailing from Italy, France, Germany, the U.K., and the United States. Featured makes include Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Ferrari, Lancia, Facel Vega, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Ford. |
| | The vast single-owner collection is regarded as one of the most exclusive and well-preserved of its kind in Europe. Highlighted models include a Lancia Aurelia Spider, Alfa Romeo 2600 SZ, Ferrari 400 Automatic i, Jaguar XJ-S 4.0 Convertible, and a Mercedes-Benz 300S Roadster. |
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| Sliced Barn | Architecture |
| Sometimes it’s the seemingly simple interventions that make the biggest impact. This is certainly the case for ‘Secret Sky’ by Catie Newell of Alibi Studio. Together with a team of specialists and volunteers, Newell has cut a triangular-shaped slice out of an existing wooden barn in Hume, Michigan. Set against the rural Midwestern landscape, the precise incision allows the sky to enter and permeate the building and makes the façade appear like a 2D frame. |
| | Newell‘s design is just as impressive at night with the soft light from the inside turning the building into a large, glowing lantern. |
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| | Jean-Michel Basquiat’s contributions to the history of art and his explorations of multifaceted cultural phenomena - including music, the Black experience, pop culture, Black American sports figures, literature, and other sources - will be showcased through immersive environments providing a unique insight into the late artist’s creative life and his singular voice that propelled a social and cultural narrative that continues to this day. |
| | This exhibition of over 200 never-before-seen and rarely shown paintings, drawings, multimedia presentations, ephemera, and artifacts tell the story of Jean-Michel from an intimate perspective, intertwining his artistic endeavors with his personal life, influences, and the times in which he lived. We should go to DTLA and see this one for ourselves. |
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| "Mad About You" 2000 | Listen |
| When the Belgian group Hooverphonic released their 3rd album "Magnificent Tree", we played it on repeat for days on end, with the song "Mad About You" quickly rising to the top of the list. For some reason 23 years later "Mad About You" showed up on Youtube and I was reminded of its haunting beauty, The fact you can see the orchestra accompanying the band only serves to further illuminate the layers of bass, strings, horns, and guitar. And don't forget Arnaert's voice. Take a listen and a look, and let me know what you think. |
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| | I have been intrigued with Marfa for nearly three decades, but I'm not sure where my fascination with this West Texas town began. Was it the movie "Giant," the border patrol blimps, or perhaps the mysterious Marfa Lights? While all of these elements may have contributed, it was really Donald Judd's passion for and commitment to the area that sealed it. I've often thought about making the long drive to Marfa to attend the annual Chinati Foundation Community Days celebration, which has honestly been marked on my calendar for over 20 years. |
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| | But what really has me thinking it is time to visit is the soon-to-be "printed" rooms at El Cosmico Hotel. While 3D-printed buildings have yet to fully take off, the hotel's plans to leverage the printing process and build organic shapes is a game changer. They are even using sand from the site to tint the concrete material, helping the buildings blend in seamlessly with the surrounding desert landscape. |
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| Monet’s Water Lilies Using 650,000 LEGO Bricks | Art |
| Renowned artist Ai Weiwei's latest work "Making Sense," is on display at The Design Museum in London. The exhibition includes a massive Lego recreation of Claude Monet's famous Water Lilies paintings, where he explores themes of perception, nature, and art through technology and mass production. Other highlights include dozens of objects and artworks from Ai Weiwei’s career that explore the tensions between past and present, hand and machine, precious and worthless, and construction and destruction, such as his priceless Han dynasty urn emblazoned with a Coca-Cola logo, which epitomizes these clashes. |
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| Desert X 2023 | Sculpture |
| Desert X, a biennial outdoor art exhibit spread across California’s Coachella Valley, now decorates the desert landscape with a series of sculptural works and site-specific installations. Created by multiple artists from diverse backgrounds, the installations draw on a range of concepts, including childhood dreams, science fiction characters, conspiracy theorists, and cowboy culture, to present a sculptural spectacle that opens up new ways of looking at the arid setting. The collection of works includes a sculpture made of ‘sleeping’ containers, an old car taken over by otherworldly creatures, clusters of silver balloons flying in the sky, as well as a giant board game base embedded in a desert field. Nice weather these days and closer than Marfa for most :) |
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| | There is no question we are all busy. Firing on all cylinders through the day gives us little time to sit back, focus on something beyond the next task at hand, take a breath, and relax. Listening to music has always been a great short escape for me and lately, I have found even more pleasure and dare I say space, listening deeper. So give it a try. Yes, you have heard Neil Young sing this before, but this time give it a real listen and find the underlying layers that make this song great. Things like the drums dropping 30 seconds in, James Taylor playing banjo at the 1:13 mark, and the slide guitar that follows. And how about that deep bass pulling everything along? Even better, you can find these moments in any song, providing you a chance to get reacquainted with the music you love while taking a well-deserved break. |
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| | Australian artist Ian Strange utilizes dramatic single-source lighting to create a play of light and shadow, which illuminated and obscured several homes in suburban Cincinnati. The first work titled 'Ley Avenue' created a massive shadow of a home across the street and the surrounding neighborhood. The second work titled 'Walnut Street' transformed a residence into a striking white silhouette of light, by wrapping the entire structure with a light-reflective material commonly found on street signs. |
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| | Some time ago I was invited to a party near the Santa Monica end of Sunset Blvd. The homeowners had an incredible collection of contemporary art that they kept in a separate building on their property. Their own private museum. They had some wonderful pieces too, but to be honest, I do not remember a single one... Why, you ask? Well, they also had a third building. A round structure perched on the hillside above their home. This building was designed and built by James Turell and I remain enamored with it to this day. I have seen my share of "somethings" over the years and this was "really something". The Hardanger Skyspace in Norway was also designed by renowned artist James Turrell and it is another breathtaking work of art that offers visitors the same unique and immersive experience I had in Santa Monica. The Skyspace features an oculus that seamlessly frames the sky, creating endless lightscapes that change with the time of day and weather. |
| | The interior of the space is designed to be minimalist, with simple white benches and walls that allow the sky to be the star of the show. Turrell also integrates unseen LED lights that evenly bathe the interior with colors that best set off the sky beyond. Visitors can comfortably sit back on the benches and gaze up at the sky, losing themselves in the endless sea of colors and moods that the Skyspace frames. Turrell's vision is awe-inspiring, blending art, architecture, and nature into an unforgettable experience. And if that is not enough, |
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| | There are seemingly only so many ways a bridge can move: pivot upwards like the flippers of a pinball machine, swing open horizontally like a set of French doors, or lift up like an elevator. Now, there’s another way, and it solves some age-old problems. It comes in the form of a new, one-of-a-kind footbridge that rolls like a 12-ton bale of hay and can be moved with human strength alone. |
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| Ceramicist to the MICHELIN Stars |
| It’s a gray winter’s day in Union City, New Jersey, but inside Jono Pandolfi’s studio in the former Yardley Soap Factory with windows framing postcard views of Manhattan, it feels light and airy. The studio hums with activity. In one area, three women jigger clay that will become their signature bowls, while a man who previously rolled pizza dough in a nearby factory works the rollers. Other rooms are equally busy, with glazing, sorting, packing, and shipping. This hive of activity is the antitheses of the “starving artist” trope and there’s one reason why: Jono Pandolfi’s ceramics grace the tables of the hottest and best restaurants across the United States. |
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| | Take a tour of Robert Downey Jr.'s futuristic Malibu home, built using a technique called "Binishell" that creates concrete domes with the help of massive air-filled bladders. With stunning ocean views and an eco-friendly design, this living sculpture is something to see. Downey shares his love for the unique abode and provides insight into the building process. And, as if that wasn't enough, learn how the Binishell method just might change the way we build homes in the future. It's an article that'll make you say, "Tony Stark, who?" |
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| | For fans of artist Anish Kapoor, there's exciting news - a new version of his iconic Cloud Gate sculpture has been installed in Manhattan. While the original "Bean" sculpture in Chicago stands freely in Millennium Park, this newly installed work has been cleverly wedged at the base of Herzog & de Meuron's beautiful 56 Leonard residential building in TriBeCa. Kapoor's sculpture, with its reflective surface and curvaceous form, will certainly captivate passersby and provide an additional dose of delight to the heart of the city. A great confluence of architecture and art. |
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| Architecture + Autos | AI |
| The impact of world-renowned architects on our built environment is undeniable, with their distinctive styles leaving a lasting impression on the landscape. But have you ever imagined what it would be like if these architects applied their unique design aesthetics to creating vehicles? This is the thought-provoking question that the design team of Moss and Fog explore through their use of Midjourney, generating intriguing and futuristic AI-generated cars that embody the signature styles of famous architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Santiago Calatrava, and Zaha Hadid. The resulting designs are surreal and captivating, offering a fresh perspective on the intersection of architecture and transportation. Much more interesting than another article about Chat-GPT, right? |
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| | In the Ukrainian town of Borodyanka, a powerful message has been immortalized through a striking mural painted by the British artist Banksy. The artwork portrays a young boy triumphing over an older man in a judo match, an image that is widely interpreted as a symbolic victory over Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is renowned for his black belt expertise in the sport. Banksy's mural, which was painted on a demolished wall during a secret trip to Ukraine, has captured the attention of the world and is now being honored with a Ukrainian postage stamp on the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion. This powerful work serves as a testament to the resilience and strength of the Ukrainian people, as well as the enduring power of art to convey messages of hope and defiance in the face of adversity. |
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| | Since its invention by Archimedes in 200 BC, the propeller has remained largely unchanged for over a century. However, in recent years, several teams have been exploring new iterations of this age-old technology. One of the most exciting developments in this field has come from the MIT Lincoln Laboratory and US-based Sharrow Marine, which addresses two of the biggest challenges facing traditional rotors - their noisy operation and inefficient use of energy - by developing twisted, toroid-shaped propellers. These innovative designs dramatically reduce noise while maximizing performance, without any energy waste. Beautiful and geeky at the same time. |
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| | Take a video journey into the creative world of Nancy Rubins, where she shares insights into her artistic process and the themes that inspire her sculptures and drawings. Her works reflect a deep interest in space, depth, and the passage of time, and she is renowned for her remarkable ability to connect and suspend pieces in complex structural arrangements. The sheer skill and innovation required for such intricate designs are awe-inspiring. This talk offers rare insight into the thoughts of an artistic visionary. |
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| Eggleston's Lovely Nostalgia | Art |
| So many wonderful things converge when it comes to William Eggleston's photographs and the collection of until now unseen works at David Zwirner NYC (until December 17th) is further proof of his talent and vision. |
| | There is undoubtedly the composition, the density of color, and the sense of discovery, but I must ask does nostalgia work into it? Do we love his work more because we no longer see the cars, the clothes, or the roadside attractions he captured? |
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| Andor World Building | Film |
| According to Andor Creator Tony Gilroy, “There’s a process of climbing into the aesthetics of any project, big or small,” Sometimes, it starts with movie references. Other times, it’s a mood board with photographs, sketches, and color palettes. Yet, when it came to Andor, the Star Wars series which just aired its season's final episode, it went well beyond either of these. |
| | “It was pretty clear that we were going to have to design, but I don’t think I realized we were going to have to design absolutely everything,” Gilroy says. “I never realized before how intrinsically design could be enmeshed with narrative and storytelling.” Film nerdy, yes, but good stuff! |
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| | Houston is cloaking a six-lane highway with a 'land bridge' prairie for wildlife and the community. Houston’s largest urban wilderness and recreation park, is nearing the completion of its transformational Land Bridge and Prairie project. The nearly 100-acre project reconnects the north and south halves of the park by providing safe pedestrian passage over busy Memorial Drive. Even better, the newly created prairie re-establishes endangered native Gulf Coast prairie as well as savanna, wetlands, and reforested areas to promote regional biodiversity and strengthen surrounding ecologies. A great confluence of nature and design. |
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| | Using illuminated drones to ‘rebuild’ the Sagrada Familia, the Colosseum, and other landmarks. A pair of Dutch artists create real-life, life-size visualizations of famous architectural landmarks as if they were restored and future projects as if they were completed. |
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| The Comfort of Uta Barth | Art |
| "The camera sort of teaches you to see in a really different way and to experience your environment in a different way, and to pay attention to the act of looking.” - Barth Uta Barth's work impressed me from the first time I was introduced to it by family friends Nancy and Judy, and I have not so secretly coveted her pieces ever since. There is something extraordinary in the way Barth "teaches" us to see things differently through her work and the Getty Center retrospective tracing Barth’s career from her early experimentations as a student at UCLA to her most recent work is the perfect place to get to know her. |
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| Torqued Ellipses and Bach | Listen |
| Their size, precision, weightlessness, warm velvety light-absorbing patina, reflectivity of sound, and an overwhelming dose of "how could one possibly fabricate this?" is awe-inspiring. I only wish I could have witnessed Cellist Mario Brunello perform Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major: Prelude in the midst of Serra's sculpture Transmitter in person. See this one below for yourself at LACMA |
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| | With the new Morphosis-designed museum complete, I am looking forward to everything that comes next. And did I mention it is free for the next 10 years? Here's a deep dive into the Architecture with DesignBoom |
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| | "On the first night, 21 Rolls-Royces jammed into the restaurant’s tiny parking lot off the Sunset Strip. The dining room — painted pale pink and beige with a wood beam ceiling and bursts of flowers throughout — held 40 tables, and all were packed. At one point the crush of diners became so intense cooks began handing out wood-fired pizzas to the crowds gathered around the open kitchen, who had grown ravenous after rounds of free Champagne." For a tremendous take on Spago and Puck's lasting impact on nearly every restaurant of import that followed, read on. |
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| | Yes, the prose in the article below is a bit dry and technical, but the photos more than make up for it. |
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| Like A Rolling Stone | Read |
| Jan Wenner is considered to be one of the greatest editors of our time. So it should come as no surprise, his memoir "Like A Rolling Stone" is something special. In it, he walks us through the creation of Rolling Stone magazine and all that follows. With literary luminaries like Hunter S. Thompson and Tom Wolfe on the payroll, interviews with the kings and queens of rock and roll, and a healthy dose of politics and culture, how could this memoir go wrong? Audible has a free clip to listen here New York Times review here |
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| Zaha Hadid | Architecture |
| To say architect Zaha Hadid was a force of nature is an understatement. Zaha Hadid Architects driven by Hadid's vision despite her passing in 20216 continues to push architecture well beyond the expected, something that speaks to her vision and her legacy. The Dezeen article is a touch clinical, but the images more than make up for it. with more Hadid buildings here |
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| How Moroccan Mint Tea and ‘Dagger Brushes’ Fuel Wild and Whimsical Drawings | Art |
| Fifteen years ago, I was introduced to Marcel Dzama at Richard Heller's Gallery in Santa Monica and I was all in from there. |
| | Maybe it was the playful tone of this watercolor of kids on pogo sticks, maybe it was the fact Dzama had used root beer to get the shorts just the right color brown, but mostly it was the sidelong glance one pogo kid was giving to the lizard masked kid (it is a mask, right?) next to him. Quietly worried, that pogo kid looks. After all these years, it is good to see Dzama continuing to do great work. Read the interview, check out his Subway Station murals and let me know what you think. Interview courtesy of Artnet and Brooklyn Subway Station murals here |
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| Ferrari's First SUV | Design |
| They say, Enzo Ferrari, vowed never to produce a four-door car. However, with 80% of cars sold in the US being trucks and SUVs, Ferrari has recently decided to jump into the market and has released its first four-door, four-seat, four-wheel-drive vehicle. And even though it doesn’t call it an SUV, that’s exactly what the $400,000 (estimated base price) 717-horsepower, V12, Purosangue is. |
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| The Midcentury Motel Where A Certain Someone Wrote Their Greatest Album | Music |
| There’s something special about room 13 at Hotel June Malibu, a small boutique hotel tucked along Pacific Coast Highway in Point Dume. Though it’s the most popular room at the property, some can’t quite put their finger on why— it’s been described as having a specific energy, as a quiet, private hideaway. |
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| Design Was Alive And Well At Burning Man |
| Once again, Burners gathered at the collection of camps referred to as Black Rock City. With the goal of leaving no trace behind, they brought in material, built, and days later deconstructed their installations. Are you curious about what they created in the middle of nowhere? Here is some of their best stuff. |
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| Meow Wolf Denver | Experience |
| Meow Wolf has collaborated with 300 artists to create a series of immersive installations made from mostly salvaged material for its new Shears Adkins Rockmore Architects-designed venue in Denver. Known for its artfully crafted experience space in New Mexico, Meow Wolf has expanded its reach by opening the Convergence Station venue in a narrow gap between three viaducts (the location and building are cool unto themselves) near downtown Denver. As someone who has been, I highly recommend checking out Meow Wolf if you have the chance. Any expectations you might have based on images or videos will be blown away. This is something quite amazing. |
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| Flight Deals To Inspire Your Next Big Adventure | Wanderlust |
| I'm not going to sugarcoat it - this year’s summer travel scene, complete with lengthy airport lines and ongoing flight disruptions, wasn’t exactly motivating. But as we transition into fall, with its cooler, more comfortable temps and reduced crowds, the international travel some of us may have held off on during a chaotic first half of the year is suddenly feeling a lot more enticing again. Even better, fall is often a great time to score a great flight deal. Read on, courtesy of Afar |
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| | Yes, we have "talked" about this before, but the AI space is moving fast, so hold on. With just a few words, stunning visual worlds can be conjured from the ether. Through the fast-evolving genre of artificial intelligence known as text-to-image generation, new tools have opened up the doors to a cornucopia of visual creations. Among those field testing these tools are architects and designers. Some are beginning to use them as powerful new avenues for visualizing early-stage concepts, testing out approaches to projects in the works, and even giving their non-designer clients a way to play a more active role in the design process. |
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| 50 Years In The Making | Art |
| It’s not hyperbole to say that Michael Heizer’s City is a work of art unlike any other. Five decades in the making, the Land Art pioneer’s magnum opus stretches for a mile and a half, like an abandoned alien complex in the desolate Nevada desert. Groomed gravel paths give way to towering concrete shapes and massive mounds of earth. So primal and powerful are Heizer’s forms that they recall ancient structures—temples, pyramids, henges—more than they do modern industrial ones. The whole thing runs a mile and a half long and half a mile wide, making it among the largest artworks in the world—though few actually know where it is and even fewer have seen it in person. |
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| | There is a show in Japan called First Take that challenges musicians to record a song in one take. No overdubs, no splicing in different passes, or second chances. Harry Styles and his band are the only westerners who have ever been invited to perform on First Take and there is no denying this particular song and this particular take are something extraordinary. Take a listen and let me know what you think. |
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| The Next Level Of Off-Grid Living | Wanderlust |
| Luxury travel trailer company Bowlus recently launched ‘Volterra,’ an all-electric aluminum RV with new and improved features. Equipped with an impressively higher battery and freshwater storage capacities, AeroSolar charging, a high-speed Starlink connection, and a limited-edition interior color scheme, this new home on wheels makes off-grid adventures that much easier. See what $310,000 gets you here |
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| Some Exceptional Art With Some Carneros Terroir Added For Good Measure |
| Founded in 2011, The Donum Collection is one of the largest accessible private sculpture collections in the world. More than 50 monumental works, including open-air sculptures, are on The Donum Estate, with over a third of them being site-specific commissions. Thoughtfully placed throughout the 200-acre estate, each piece plays with scale, nature, and imagination. And for a deeper dive into the inspirations behind artist Olafur Eliasson's candy-colored pavilion, above, you can start here. |
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| Oaxaca's Number One! | Wanderlust |
| Oaxaca, Mexico, has always been one of my favorite cities. Between the food, the art, the architecture, the people, and the mezcal, it is hard to beat. So, it comes as no surprise that Travel + Leisure readers recently named it their No. 1 city, too. |
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| | “If you are an artist and you’re trying to reach the whole world with your art, if it isn’t being seen in L.A., it’s not gonna happen,” says Pace CEO Marc Glimcher. The Los Angeles gallery scene is seeing an influx of established New York art galleries moving into town as of late — 11 so far are here or on their way. |
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| Jean Nouvel | Architecture |
| Here's a fascinating film documenting the work and travels of the Pritzker prize-winning French architect Jean Nouvel. It offers behind-the-scenes insights into several of Nouvel's much-anticipated projects, including the Louvre Abu Dhabi and New York’s 53W53 skyscraper. |
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| Artificial Intelligence - Text Generated Images | Art (?) |
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| formula one, forest, trees, heavy atmospheric, crash, debris, pacific northwest, decay, dark, rainy, accident, 8K Imagine typing the string of words above, including an artists' name to drive the image's style and having a computer translate what you are describing, and then creating an image as above. These AI systems generate amazing images with clear and sometimes not-so-clear human input. Add to that the AI component is "learning" what makes a "good" image at every render and you now have a system that is making better images with every hour that passes. environment, mythical beast emerges from the sea, sailing ships, volumetric lighting, low key, sea monster, heavy atmosphere, J.M.M. Turner, Craig Mullins |
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| | There are several systems out there, but Mid Journey seems to be one of the better efforts available. Give it a try or join and sit on the sidelines, watching the feed fill up with some amazing AI-generated work. Many are far from perfect, particularly if you zoom in on them, but I find it fascinating the feeling many of these images invoke, despite their failures. A word to the wise though, this one is a rabbit hole in both time and fun. If you do jump in, please let me know what you think. Ruminate on whether this is art here |
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| | Bob Dylan just sold a new one-of-a-kind recording of his hit single “Blowin’ in the Wind” for $1.77 million at Christie’s London. The song was recorded with producer “T-Bone” Burnett, who played electric guitar and piano on Dylan’s Rolling Thunder Revue tour in the mid-1970s. Burnett has developed a new analog audio format, dubbed Ionic Originals, and the unique Dylan single is the first ever made. “Sixty years after Bob first wrote and recorded ‘Blowin’ In The Wind, he is giving us a new recording of his song; one that is both deeply relevant for our times and resonant with decades of the artist’s life and experience,” Burnett said. The music, the analog recording, the new technology, the musicians, the moment in time, and the price all make for a compelling story. |
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| The $500m Smiley Face Business | Design |
| Nearly 50 years ago, one man ‘invented’ the modern smiley face. Then, another man halfway across the world made it into a multimillion-dollar cash cow. The Smiley Company office in London, England, is a wonder to behold. Smiley paintings line the walls. Smiley push pillows adorn the couches. There are smiley backpacks, smiley t-shirts, smiley exercise balls, smiley toys, smiley chocolates, and even smiley chicken nuggets. This simple icon — a yellow circle, two dots, a smile — retained relevancy through 50 years of cultural movements, from free love to raves to the digital revolution. And in the process, it became a family-owned global licensing empire worth more than $500m per year. Now that is something to smile about. |
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| | These shimmering blue bodies of water have provided a glittering canvas to some of our time's greatest artists, From Hockney to Dali and a few notables in between, you will not be disappointed. |
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| LA's New 6th St. Viaduct | Architecture |
| Descend one of the pedestrian ramps of the 6th Street Viaduct and there is a point at which it boomerangs under the bridge’s deck, suspending you above the Boyle Heights flats a couple of dozen feet below. You’ll catch glimpses of rail yards and old warehouses drenched in graffiti. Hovering overhead is the underbelly of the bridge, a gentle concrete curve that evokes the ribbed carapace of some land-dwelling kaiju. “I love this space,” says its architect Michael Maltzan. “This is like a huge civic hall.” |
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| Glenstone's Serra Sculptures Recieve Their Own Building | Art |
| There is no question Richard Serra's work commands its space. Many of his pieces are so large that there are few museums that are able to present them well. Dia Beacon and the Guggenheim Bilbao have done a tremendous job of this and I am excited to see what Glenstone has built specifically for its collection of Serra sculptures. |
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| Corten Steel Connection | Architecture |
| If the Serra sculptures above get you thinking about the velvety texture and deep color of corten steel, you will appreciate the soft curve-shaped steel volume that was created to connect two historic buildings at The Refugee Museum of Denmark. And if you like the looks of the exterior, you will love the interior. |
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| | Landscape photographer Daniel Kordan traveled to Japan to capture one of nature’s most magical spectacles — fireflies’ mating season. The short photo series displays an enchanting light show where the beetle’s love efforts are translated into flashes of light. |
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| The Hotel Belvedere | Film |
| (Sorry, but we might get a little film nerdy on this one.) Built in 1882, this lone hotel sits on a hairpin turn on Switzerland’s Furka Pass. Surrounded by mountains, it has green shutters that open from six narrow windows, and red letters that spell H-O-T-E-L across the front. It looks lonely, slightly out of place, like it was summoned into being by someone who needed somewhere to stay for one night. It looks, in other words, like it belongs in a Wes Anderson film. At least that’s what Wally Koval thought when he posted it in June 2017, the first picture on his new Instagram account: @accidentallywesanderson. Three years, 1 million followers, and 1,200 photos later, Koval is publishing a book with the same name. Accidentally Wes Anderson features photos from all seven continents taken by photographers around the world who have captured strange, beautiful, and compelling locations that evoke the famous director’s aesthetic. While unaffiliated with the project, Anderson himself wrote the foreword of the book. How cool is that? Get the whole skinny on Koval's work here And now the nerdy part - Besides the subject matter, there are key factors that make Koval's images ripe for Anderson, with symmetry and composition being the biggest contributors. For a shallow dive into what makes Anderson's movies so visually iconic, check out this incredible breakdown here |
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| | Some will say I should have saved this summer write-up for the fall, but it is just too good and I could not wait. Every autumn a hillside along Oregon's highway 18 greets passersby with a massive smiley face. The design, created by Hampton Lumber in 2011, features a mix of douglas fir and larch planted during the reforestation of the area. The larch trees have been planted in such a way that during the fall, when their needles turn yellow, they create the body of the face while the douglas fir makes up the eyes and mouth. And the best part, if it holds up as long as they believe it will, you have 30 to 50 years to see it. |
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| 1955 Mercedes Sells At Invite Only Auction | Design |
| Knowing there are only two of these eight-cylinder, 300-horsepower beauties in existence. One with a red interior and the other with blue. Knowing that this one has less than 4,000 miles on it. Knowing that Mercedes has owned the two ever since they were built. What would one have to pay to own what many consider the "Mona Lisa" of cars? |
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| Philippe Starck Brings Nature Back To The City Of Lights | Architecture |
| The entire exterior of the Villa M hotel is covered by a hidden framework of deep black steel beams, planted with trailing plants that spill over its edges and frame views of the city out of the hotel's bedroom windows. I do believe I could spend a few nights here |
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| 38 Essential OC Restaurants | Eat |
| Orange County has often been considered something of a little sister to the much larger and more densely populated LA County just up the road. But the truth is there’s much more to it, including a vibrant and diverse culinary community that is more than worthy of a little attention. If you are further afar, please forgive me these temptations, or better yet, file this away and let's have a meal or two the next time you are in the OC. |
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| | For over fifty years, Dieter Rams has left an indelible mark on the field of product design and the world at large with his iconic work at Braun and Vitsoe. The objects Dieter has designed have touched the lives of millions of people––so many of us have had (or envied) a Braun coffeemaker, shaver, stereo, calculator, speakers, or alarm clock. Or an Oral-B toothbrush. Or a Vitsoe 606 shelving system. Or any of the hundreds of other products Dieter has designed or overseen the design of. His work has influenced the way most of today's consumer products look, feel, and function. The computer or phone you're reading this on looks the way it does because of Dieter Rams. Dieter's influence also extends to his "Ten Principles of Good Design," a list of edicts that champions simplicity, honesty, and restraint, and still applies to design theory and practice today. If you know of Rams you will love this documentary and if you don't know him, you should. It was directed by Gary Hustwit (Helvetica) and it was scored by Brian Eno. Hmmm, maybe we should talk about Eno's seminal analog (think tape loops) album "Music For Airports" sometime soon... |
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| Gerhard Richter At 90 | Art |
| When Gerhard Richter came out of retirement with a show of new paintings and photographs in, the works were both unexpected and wonderful, I love Richter's art and have always appreciated the arch of his work. Knowing this, I should not have been surprised by his latest efforts, but to come out of retirement at 90 with this! |
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| Dennis Hopper And The Invention Of L.A.’s Contemporary Art Scene |
| A recently-published cultural history reveals how Hopper and his wife brought together everyone from the likes of Andy Warhol, Ed Ruscha, Peter Fonda, and the Byrds to their Hollywood Hills home and in turn altered the West Coast Art scene. Their influence on the shape-shifting 1960's LA pop-cultural scene was undeniable. |
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| Foster's Automobiles | Design |
| The Guggenheim Bilbao has one of the largest gallery spaces I have ever seen under one roof. In fact, it is almost too big, but when you get the right works in there the space sings. Richard Serra's collection of massive Torqued Ellipses have never looked so good as they did when they were in that gallery and I think the same must be true for this iconic collection of automobiles. British architect Norman Foster has designed the displays for and curated the exhibition Motion: Autos, Art, Architecture at Guggenheim Bilbao. Spread out across an entire floor of the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Bilbao, the exhibition features cars from the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as architecture and artworks connected to speed and movement. |
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| | A smart guy, this Scott Galloway. Yes, at times outspoken, but smart nonetheless. When you consider Apple’s brand, you might think of its category-leading advertising. But in fact, the tech giant spends less than 30% of what Samsung, Alphabet, and Verizon do on advertising. Instead, Apple reallocates its capital into purchase and post-purchase. What does all this mean? Scott lays it all out for you here. Great stuff from an individual worth following. |
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