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Pierre Chapo Retrospective at Magen H Gallery, New York

Magen H Gallery, New York, will soon be hosting the first retrospective of works by craftsmen Pierre Chapo.The show features a selection of works by Chapo such as tables, benches, chairs, and desk created by the designer from 1960 to 1970. These were never ex

Rural Urban Framework’s Ger Plug-In Project in Mongolia

Bayankhoshur is one of the districts in the Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar. It is home to over 700,000 migrants from the countryside, with most of the population living in a traditional Mongolian ger, a movable structure made from timber, canvas, and felt.T

Modernity Adds Eliel Saarinen Furniture to its Collection

Modernity, Stockholm recently added Finnish architect Eliel Saarinen’s works to its collection.The group of furniture consists of sofa, armchairs, and table. These were used to furnish the suites at the Munksnäs hotel. A retreat greatly favored by the Hels

Steven Holl Architects to Design the New Geneva Operation Center of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

Steven Holl Architects is the winner of the international design competition for Médecins Sans Frontières’ new Geneva Operational Center.Steven Holl Architects’ design — titled "Colors of Humanity" — features colorful photovoltaic glass that provide

Andrea Branzi’s ‘Sassi e Legni’ at Carpenters Workshop Gallery, London

Carpenters Workshop Gallery, London is hosting the works of the renowned Italian architect and designer Andrea Branzi in the exhibition “Sassi e Legni.”Branzi stands out as a pioneering figure in the international history of design with his avant-garde pr

‘Found in Translation: Design in California and Mexico, 1915-1985’ at LACMA, Los Angeles

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is currently hosting “Found in Translation: Design in California and Mexico, 1915-1985,” an exhibition that explores the architecture and design dialogues between Mexico and California. The show presents furnit

Tom Henderson’s ‘Acoustic Light’ at Galerie Dutko, Paris

Galerie Dutko, Paris presents the latest works of Tom Henderson in the exhibition, “Acoustic Light.” Henderson’s works are a play of light, colors, mirrors, acrylic, and plywood, carved, created and finished with the help of mechanical cutters, car lacq

Design Museum reveals shortlist for Beazley Designs of the Year

Design Museum, London announces the shortlist for the Beazley Designs of the Year, the museum’s tenth annual celebration of the most notable design ideas from the past 12 months. The 62 nominations span a range of varied disciplines including architect

Klin, Moscow to Lose Tchaikovsky Monument

In a shocking development, a landmark monument of legendary Russian composer Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky is being moved from the city center of Klin region in Moscow. The composer’s sculpture is to be dismantled and installed in Maidanovo, a micro-district on

Operæ Independent Design Fair 2017 in Turin

Curated by Alice Stori Liechtenstein, the eighth edition of the Operae design fair will run from November 3 through November 5, 2017, in Turin, Italy. Operae is a fair where galleries and designers present alongside each other, making it stand out from t

Operæ Independent Design Fair 2017 in Turin

Curated by Alice Stori Liechtenstein, the eighth edition of the Operae design fair will run from November 3 through November 5, 2017, in Turin, Italy. Operae is a fair where galleries and designers present alongside each other, making it stand out from t

Bauhaus and Stijl Inspired Furniture by André Sornay at Galerie Alain Marcelpoil, Paris

Galerie Alain Marcelpoil, Paris houses an extensive array of furniture by designer André Sornay.André Sornay (1902-2000) designed furniture that was a combination of tradition and modernity.  The gallery has an extensive collection of creations by the

328 Historic Sites at Risk in England

Historic England’s yearly review of the most vulnerable and precious historic sites in the UK has yielded 328 new sites, including the oldest gasholder in the world, an ancient Neolithic tomb and a church in London that has links to Charles Dickens. These h

KAPSARC Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects Opens to the Public

Zaha Hadid Architects’ design for King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Centre (KAPSARC) has won the firm its first LEED Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council.KAPSARC’s futuristic design features a hexagonal honey-comb like stru

A Tribute to Jean Prouvé at Galerie Patrick Seguin, Paris

Galerie Patrick Seguin, Paris pays tribute to the celebrated twentieth century French designer and architect Jean Prouvé in its latest exhibition “JEAN PROUVÉ: Architect For Better Days.”The exhibition features the architect’s demountable constructio

‘Under’ — Europe’s First Underwater Restaurant Designed by Snøhetta

The name of Europe’s first underwater restaurant — “Under” — can as well be read as “Wonder” in Norwegian. Designed by Snohetta, along the rocky Norwegian coastline of the village of Båly, the restaurant evokes a sense of awe and delight physic

Vincent Dubourg’s Works at Carpenters Workshop Gallery, New York

The exhibition titled “Vortex” featuring the works of French designer Vincent Dubourg (b.1977) will soon be on view at Carpenters Workshop Gallery, New York.The show features organic, dynamic, and sculptural forms that are drawn from the perception of tim

Top Three Sustainable Design Exhibitions at Dutch Design Week 2017

The much-celebrated Dutch Design Week opened on October 21 with a range of exhibitions, talks, and events predominantly around its theme, “Stretch.” Here are the top three exhibitions that resonate with the festival’s theme and address some of the most

Sir David Adjaye to Design UK Holocaust Memorial and Learning Center

Adjaye Associates along with Ron Arad Architects and Gustafson Porter + Bowman have been chosen to design the UK Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre from over 92 entries that were received for the international design competition.UK Holocaust Memoria

Galerie Maria Wettergren Presents Mathias Bengtsson’s Conceptual and Hybrid Works in ‘Growth’

Danish artist and designer Mathias Bengtsson invented a 3D software system in 2010, which could grow material forms from a digital seed, similar to the growth of living organisms.In 2016, the Center Pompidou purchased one of the designer’s creations, “Gro

Galerie Negropontes Unveils Its 2017 ‘Synthesis’ Collection

Galerie Negropontes recently unveiled its “Synthesis” collection, which will be on display at the upcoming Salon Art + Design fair in New York.Designer Hervé Langlais has used exceptional and precious material to create this brand new collection, which h

A Duo of Designers: Bob Bonies & Shiro Kuramata at Galerie VIVID, Rotterdam

Galerie VIVID, Rotterdam is presenting the works of designers Bob Bonies and Shiro Kuramata.Bob Bonies and Shiro Kuramata began their careers in the 1960s and were considered pioneers in their field during that time. Japanese designer Kuramata passed away in

The Climate Tile project by Tredje Natur in Copenhagen, Denmark

Heimdalsgade in Copenhagen, Denmark will soon be the first street in the world to pioneer a new rainwater managing sidewalk system. The Climate Tile, designed by Tredje Natur for future sidewalks and urban spaces, aims to handle the effects of climatic change

Dutch Design Week’s Ambassador Architect Winy Maas Re-imagines Urban Dwellings with (W)ego

Dutch Design Week Ambassador Winy Maas of MVRDV has collaborated with The Why Factory to curate a vibrant architecture installation (W)ego exploring the possibility of a flexible future city.(W)ego is designed as a flexible space, with nine rooms that can be

Bob Bonies & Shiro Kuramata at Galerie VIVID, Rotterdam

Galerie VIVID, Rotterdam is presenting the works of designers Bob Bonies and Shiro Kuramata.Bob Bonies and Shiro Kuramata began their careers in the 1960s and were considered pioneers in their field during that time. Japanese designer Kuramata passed away in

San Francisco Fall Art & Antiques Show is All Set to Start

In its 36th year, San Francisco Fall Art & Antiques Show is presenting a unique collection of various forms of fine arts and antiques at the Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture. The show happens there in every fall, and a good number of dealers take

Futuristic New City on Toronto’s Waterfront

Alphabet, which owns Google, will be constructing “Sidewalk Toronto”, a new city on Toronto’s eastern waterfront, incorporating high-tech features that will set the trend for upcoming urban advancements. It has been conceptualized by Sidewalk Labs, a su

Rare Collection of Handcrafted and Industrial Design Works at Dansk Møbelkunst Gallery

Dansk Møbelkunst Gallery houses rare and original pieces of Danish furniture created from the 1920s to 1970s. The period was marked by new design experiments by architects, designers, and craftsmen who created utilitarian objects as works of art.Established

Jos Devriendt’s ‘I AM I’ at Demisch Danant

Demisch Danant will be opening its doors to a new exhibition, titled “I AM I,” this week featuring beautiful ceramic designs by Belgian artist and designer Jos Devriendt. In his first solo show in New York, Devriendt will be presenting 90 unique works inc

Experimental Dutch Designer Joris Laarman’s First Museum Survey at High Museum of Art

The exhibition titled “Joris Laarman Lab: Design in the Digital Age” featuring the works of Dutch designer Joris Laarman will soon be on view at High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia.The show features works such as “Heatwave” radiator, “Ivy” climbi

Daan Roosegaarde’s ‘Space’ at Eindhoven train station

For Dutch Design Week 2017, Daan Roosegaarde presents “Space,” a 90-meter long artwork that offers a new experience of light and space at the Eindhoven train station.Daan Roosegaarde, an artist and innovator, was commissioned to make an interactive light

Daan Roosegaarde’s ‘Space’ at Eindhoven train station

For Dutch Design Week 2017, Daan Roosegaarde presents “Space,” a 90-meter long artwork that offers a new experience of light and space at the Eindhoven train station.Daan Roosegaarde, an artist and innovator, was commissioned to make an interactive light

Starbucks opens a marvelous cafe in Kyoto

The American coffee joint Starbucks opened a café in one of the most picturesque locations in Kyoto earlier this year on June 30, 2017.The café is located in the Higashiyama district which is an important historical site of Kyoto. The Japanese teahouse on N

Ettore Sottsass at Laffanour Galerie Downtown, Paris

Laffanour Galerie Downtown, Paris, is hosting an exhibition of works by Italian architect and designer Ettore Sottsass (1917-2007).The show features several of Sottsass’ pieces including furniture, objects, and historical lighting. Over the years

Architects Who Will Be Joining The Prestigious National Academy Class of 2017

The National Academy Museum, New York selects leading artists and architects every year to serve as the ambassadors for arts in America. The tradition dates back to 1825 when the academy was founded and is one of the highest honors in American art and archite

The Shed Project to Solve London’s Housing Crisis

London’s housing crisis may have a unique solution with the “Shed Project” conceived by London-based design studio Studio Bark and housing company Lowe Guardians. The project plays upon the contradiction of soaring rent rates and numerous office and fac

Maison et Objet 2017 in Paris

The autumn fair season was off to a great start in Paris with Maison et Objet and Paris Design Week. In the exhibition halls, desktop paraphernalia was imagined in many different ways, with exhibitors from Taiwan and China, such as Yen Objects, TA&D

‘Green Block’ Reclaims Streets in London

“Green Block,” an innovative greening project by WATG, envisions creative ways to enhance the natural biodiversity of London and other major cities across the globe. “Green Block” is the firm’s response to a challenge posed by London Mayor Sadiq Kha

Harbin Opera House is a triumph of art

The Harbin Opera House in the landscape along Songhua River built by the MAD Architects is one of the finest examples of modern architecture. Beijing’s MAD group had won the competition in 2010 that was organised to identify the architectural group that cou
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