Damien Hirst's The Secrets': A journey into nature and human ambition | amNewYork
The Secrets series by Damien Hirst represents an immersive experience of lush, fantastical landscapes reflecting the beauty and complexity of the natural world. [ more ]
Alma Eik's Sustainable Modern Cabin on a Lake in Rural Norway
The modern cabin designed by architect Daniele Sales Myrhaug in rural Norway embodies sustainability and tranquil living, blending Brazilian and Scandinavian influences. [ more ]
blankpage architects' skyhaven villa wraps around hilltop valley in lebanon
The Skyhaven Residence by BLANKPAGE Architects in Lebanon echoes the cliffside contours with an arc-shaped design, split into two houses within one envelope, and powered by solar panels. [ more ]
Lotus Villa: A Tropical Paradise Blending Nature And Architecture - Yanko Design
The Lotus Villa is a stunning architectural masterpiece that blends modern luxury with the beauty of nature.
The design elements of the glass roof, canvas, and steel frames contribute to the villa's unique charm and harmonious relationship with its natural surroundings. [ more ]
The incredibly Danish design of Denmark's new national trains
Denmark's new national trains are designed to embody the essence of Danishness, with references to classic midcentury Danish design and an embrace of hygge coziness.
The trains are built to serve both high-speed segments between large cities and shorter distance routes between small towns and villages, with a wide appeal to the Danish people. [ more ]
Jul Quanouai's work focuses on objects, nature, movements, and sensations, incorporating black and white lines, grids, painting, and colorful naive pencil drawings. [ more ]
The Horse by Willy Vlautin review man and beast in harmony
The author, Willy Vlautin, skillfully explores working-class life in the American West through recurring themes such as debt, alcoholism, and connection to nature, with his latest novel featuring a character who must confront the ruins of his past through an unexpected encounter with a horse. [ more ]
'Nothing but pure kindness' - tributes paid to Mayo crash victim Andrea Gornowicz, who died in latest tragedy on N17
Andrea Gornowicz, a well-loved community member, tragically passed away in a collision. She was remembered as a good neighbor with a deep love for nature. [ more ]
Londoners see what a scientist looks like up close in 50 photographs
Featuring over 200 scientists, Nature's Where I Work photo-essay section showcases diversity in science, now exhibiting 50 select photos in a public outdoor display in London. [ more ]
Emergence Magazine's immersive show Shifting Landscapes invites you into communion with the living world
Emergence Magazine's immersive exhibition Shifting Landscapes showcases the work of nine artists who reveal the tragedy of the Earth's present state of loss and transformation.
The exhibition invites participants to engage with the installations and recognizes our indisputable connection with the wider natural world.
The exhibition culminates with a large-scale audio and video installation that recreates the Colombian Amazon rainforest. [ more ]
The Photographer Discovers the Most Stunningly Gorgeous Tree in Japan
A talented photographer captured a striking gingko tree in Japan that is described as the most delicious-looking tree due to its appearance resembling various favorite foods. [ more ]
In Jennifer Croft's 'The Extinction of Irena Rey,' literature is alive-even dangerous
Jennifer Croft's novel, 'The Extinction of Irena Rey', explores the complexities of translation, art, and nature through the disappearance of the titular character. [ more ]
a modern treehouse by DB arquitetos rises from brazil's lush coastal canopies
Casa VJC Iporanga is a summer retreat hidden among the natural surroundings, offering a peaceful connection with nature.
The interior design of the house incorporates natural materials and large windows that bring the outside in, creating a sense of being in a treehouse. [ more ]
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Debbie Urbanski, Author of 'After World,' on AI, ChatGPT, and the Future
After World is a novel that explores the concept of human extinction and the impact of rewilding on the last living human. Nature is portrayed as indifferent towards humans.
The story raises questions about the role of artificial intelligence in preserving human stories and memories after human extinction. [ more ]