For those in search of the best sandy stretches, aquamarine vistas, and titillating tropical pleasures, look no further than Southeast Asia. From the tourism titan that is Thailand to the archipelagic gem of the Philippines, this region is an encyclopaedia of enthralling beaches. Unveil your map and let’s embark on a journey to discover the…
In the heart of Armenia’s capital city, Yerevan, a centuries-old mystery is coming to light. An archaeological gem, the Urartian Tomb of Yerevan, garners international attention due to its history-spanning narrative that boasts of a civilization little known to the world. The Urartian Kingdom, thriving between the 9th and 6th centuries BC, was a powerful…
In a significant architectural achievement, an outstanding steel pavilion has extended a historic farmhouse on the Monaro Plateau in Australia. This ingenious yet contextually relevant extension not only maintains but enhances the site’s heritage value while providing the occupants with modern comforts and spectacular views of the plateau. The historic farmhouse, located in the town…
As modern architecture continues to evolve, there’s an ongoing effort to amalgamate sustainability with aesthetically pleasing design, a concept arduously pursued by MRTN Architects. The firm has recently underlined its added emphasis on building and transforming homes into powerhouses of sustainability with their revamped construction, the Wings Way House. Located on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, this…
As lockdown measures have swept the globe, they have given rise to inventive ways of working with what we have and within the spaces we inhabit. Notable among those adapting is the elusive British street artist Banksy, whose works have often been marked with political and social commentary. In a surprising twist, Banksy has turned…
Renowned muralist Kyle Holbrook made a spectacular visual statement in Shanghai’s M50 Art District with a live art performance that birthed an inspiring mural advocating peace and unity. His creative genius played live to an enchanted audience, focused and held spellbound as Holbrook transformed a blank wall into a message board of peace, unity, and…
The culturally steeped “Ukuphuthelwa” exhibit by South African artist Cinga Samson has found a new home far from its roots. The renowned White Cube Gallery in New York City is presently shining a spotlight on Samson’s gripping work. This story, which has been widely covered online, centers on the merging of artistically capture of identity,…
The globally adored South Korean boy band BTS lit up the famous Guggenheim Museum in New York City with their performance for NBC’s “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on February 24th, 2020. The show, known for its beautiful integration of music, comedy, and celebrity interviews, became even more radiant with the electrifying aura of…
In a bold move highlighting the repositioning of conventional art towards technology-driven models, Tad Smith, former CEO of Sotheby’s — one of the world’s largest and oldest auction houses — has inked a deal to acquire a premier blockchain-based platform, Candy Digital. This deal comes as part of Smith’s ongoing engagement with the emerging non-fungible…
One of the fashion world’s most elusive and intriguing figures, Elsa Schiaparelli, has made her debut in the United Kingdom’s world-renowned V&A Museum in London. The introduction of Schiaparelli’s designs to the museum’s exhibits brings together three iconic artists, Salvador Dalí, Man Ray, and Pablo Picasso, exhibiting a shared history and mutual inspiration with the…