Austrian architectural firm COOP HIMMELB(L)AU presented their design for ‘Pavilion 21 MINI Opera Space’ for the Bavarian State Opera during a press conference in Munich.
COOP HIMMELB(L)AU’s ‘Pavilion 21 MINI Opera Space’ in Munich, Germany
Appetizing Godiva Chocoiste Shop by Wanderwall
Godiva’s new concept flagship store by Tokyo based studio Wanderwall. Godiva’s idea was “treat thyself”. Wonderwall’s intention was to add a breath of fresh air to the more traditional image Godiva instill. The shop features humorous design details such as…
Matej Krén’s book dwellings
Matej Krén‘s work is remarkable for its exceptional scope. In recent years his distinctive approach to sculpture, object, installation, drawing, print, painting, action art, film, music, sound and word has attracted attention at many prestigious international art shows. His work…
Kimsooja: To Breathe
Kimsooja (Taegu. Korea, 1957) has dedicated her long, intense artistic career to developing her own personal vision of the world through the use of installations, performances, photography, videos and site-specific projects. Her obvious singularity has tempted some to seek…
Robert Bruno’s sculptural house of steel.
Robert Bruno’s edifice is one extreme building that stands in stark contrast to the desolate landscape of Ransom Canyon, Texas. Artist/Architect Robert is both owner and sculptor of this one-of-a-kind steel house. House’s four legs stand it up to the top…
Etienne Bossut’s design casting
At this edition of FIAC Paris, at the gallery Chez Valentin our attention was caught by work of french artist Etienne Bossut. Since the 80s, Etienne Bossut manufactures “images-objects”. Central to his work is an ancient production method of casting,…
Pertti Kekarainen – Photographs from the series TILA
PERTTI KEKARAINEN‘s works are characterized by the multi-interpretative nature of space. He combines his photographs with local elements of colour that sometimes appear to conform to the space presented in the piece and are sometimes contrary to it. These…
Fiac – Paris International contemporary art fair – October 22nd to October 25th, 2009.
The 36th edition of the FIAC, which will be held from October 22nd to 25th at the Grand Palais, the Cour Carré of the Louvre and the Jardin des Tuileries, will present 210 modern and contemporary art galleries. This year…
Yinka Shonibare’s arrangements as a Member of British Empire
Yinka Shonibare MBE is a UK-based Nigerian artist. Shonibare’s artwork explores contemporary African identity and its relationship to European colonialism through painting, sculpture, installation, and moving image. Shonibare is best known for his work with visual symbols, especially the…
Marcus Tremonto’s Lightworks
Artist/designer Marcus Tremonto received international recognition and acclaim for his innovative limited edition “Lightworks” pieces which were exhibited in New York at Philips De Pury and Company in 2007. Following his one man show he was chosen for the coveted…