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fromArtnet News
7 hours ago

The "Next Asian Art Hub" May Be the Wrong Question

In both places, there was a sense of energy building that was not yet fully visible. The experiences made me realize that, while sales totals and fair brands can serve as benchmarks of centrality, slower, structural transformations are taking place throughout Asia that merit closer attention.
Arts
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
10 hours ago

Circularity Cements Memory in Cast Concrete

True ingenuity in architecture lies in negotiation with the past rather than erasure, as demonstrated by the Trace project in London.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 hour ago

pilar zeta's sculpted portals transform public spaces into pocket dreamworlds

Pilar Zeta builds environments like dreams that feel like stepping into a thought mid-formation. Her sculptural works take shape in the form of portals and objects that invite direct engagement, as visitors are invited to walk through them and notice subtle shifts in perception.
Design
Coffee
fromABC7 Los Angeles
11 hours ago

Repair Cafe brings together neighbors with broken items and the experts to fix them

Royersford Baptist Church hosts a community repair event where local experts help fix broken household items, promoting sustainability and neighborly support.
fromAnOther
13 hours ago

Cao Fei's New Show Looks at Labour in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

"Technology is both the remedy and the poison," artist Cao Fei quotes Bernard Stiegler, emphasizing the complex relationship between technological advancements and their impact on human practices.
Agriculture
Careers
fromItsnicethat
in 3 weeks

"It seems to be something we can't avoid"

The creative industry faces challenges for juniors due to budget cuts and AI replacing entry-level roles, threatening the future talent pipeline.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 hours ago

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Two super hosts team up for a fun new series: best podcasts of the week

The first episode challenges Shakespeare's vision of a villainous Richard III, while a future episode will consider the Ross and Rachel of early modern history, Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.
Podcast
fromBerlin Art Link
1 day ago

Tadashi Kawamata x Ruinart: Gallery Weekend | Berlin Art Link

Ruinart has invited internationally renowned artists to artistically interpret the Maison since 2008, with this year's collaboration featuring Tadashi Kawamata's unique vision.
Paris food
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
17 hours ago

This collaged architect's identity from Alexis Mark drew from departure boards and timetables

Collage serves as a central identity for Cobe, blending playful design with systematic organization inspired by transit communication systems.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Socialising, work, exercise: what makes a good day and is there a formula' for making it better?

Socializing for 30 minutes to two hours correlates with people reporting a good day, while excessive housework or TV does not.
SF music
from48 hills
23 hours ago

One decade in, the Back Room still holds space for intimate musical encounters - 48 hills

The Back Room in Berkeley celebrates its 10th anniversary, maintaining its intimate atmosphere for live music.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

Special series: -Ism Storytellers, mixed race * Oregon ArtsWatch

In 2025, Dmae Lo Roberts embarked on a statewide storytelling experience focusing on personal stories from both artists and community members. These stories are a form of living oral history.
Portland
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Room for the Moon is thrillingly weird experimental pop

The opener "Not Not Not" is almost goofy, its chaotic melodies constantly dancing around each other in a perpetually disorienting way. It lurches forward asymmetrically, grooving like a flat tire.
Music production
Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction

Documentaries can effectively tell engaging stories, appealing even to those typically averse to the genre.
Social media marketing
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

They Were Once Essential to So Many Writers. Now They're Quietly Vanishing Across the Internet.

A writer reflects on building connections in a writing community and the impact of AI on friendships and careers.
#art
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Art Explosion Spring Open Studios 2026 (April 10-12)

Art Explosion Spring Open Studios features over 100 local artists showcasing their work in the Mission District with free admission.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Art Explosion Spring Open Studios 2026 (April 10-12)

Art Explosion Spring Open Studios features over 100 local artists showcasing their work in the Mission District with free admission.
Arts
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Getting to know your colleagues' creative side - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's annual Staff Art Show showcases the artistic talents of 215 staff members across multiple campus locations.
Arts
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'You have to step in and experience it' - artists on the rise of AI-generated art and the 'essential' gallery visit

Miriam Fitzgerald Juskova's exhibit combines paper quilling with mathematics, showcasing intricate art that engages viewers and emphasizes the value of handmade creations.
Berlin
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

A weird dream' of an arts festival began 10 years ago in the California desert can it survive its growing popularity?

The Bombay Beach Biennale is a unique art festival that combines counter-culture, community engagement, and environmental revitalization in a desolate California town.
Running
fromiRunFar
3 days ago

Building Community the Old Fashioned Way

Building relationships through shared training experiences enhances the running community.
Portland food
fromThesanjoseblog
2 days ago

San Jose Day Returns with Creative Events Across the City

San Jose Day celebration will showcase local art, music, fashion, and culture from April 12, featuring a centerpiece festival and various community events.
Berlin music
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Inheritance in sound: Young Concert Artists and the future of music

Music is an inheritance that preserves human feeling, and institutions like Young Concert Artists are essential for fostering talent and ensuring its future.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
5 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

sanctuary of dreams: toguna world's digital temple for collective visioning

The Sanctuary of Dreams operates as a collective framework for imagining futures, developed within the universe of Toguna World to reactivate dreaming as a shared cultural practice rather than an individual act.
SOMA, SF
Remote teams
fromForbes
3 days ago

The Shift From Place To Performance In Workplace Design

The future of work focuses on workplace performance metrics rather than just location, emphasizing adaptability and efficiency.
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

You can score free tickets to Neon's freakiest new thriller in Washington Square Park today

The Walking Man has been spotted around various New York City subway stations, awarding fans with prizes and terrifying unsuspecting straphangers with an unsettling smile.
Games
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Brooklyn Pop: An experience as rich as the borough itself, created by Mr. Kaves

"We find beauty out of struggle and out of something broken," says the artist, emphasizing the importance of representing life in Brooklyn through the exhibit.
Brooklyn
Arts
fromArtnet News
17 hours ago

Two Growing London Galleries Launch Second Spaces-and More Art Industry News | Artnet News

Frank Lasry joins Frieze as COO; 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair returns to New York; several galleries expand or relocate.
Design
fromArchDaily
19 hours ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
2 days ago

Xinyu Hou: Holding Ground! Designing for the Lived Body - KALTBLUT Magazine

Xinyu Hou designs for adaptation, working with the body as it actually behaves under stress, rather than how it is only expected to perform for an audience.
Fashion & style
Graphic design
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Your article about AI doesn't need AI art

The New Yorker uses AI-generated art, raising questions about artistic integrity and the role of human creativity in the process.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 days ago

Gosford Regional Library / Lahznimmo Architects

The Gosford Regional Library is designed to enhance civic presence and symbolize a 'Town Hall' in the Civic Heart of Gosford.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

carsten holler on the 'most powerful architect' and collective experience at MIT museum

The dream is the confusion machine I didn't have to build, a space where perception slips beyond authorship. Within Communal Dreams, influence operates as a subtle signal rather than a directive force.
Berlin
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

CoHo: Clowning and a whole lot more * Oregon ArtsWatch

CoHo hasn't just survived, it has thrived and is ascending, and that is largely thanks to the foundation that Cuomo... laid with the young artists who have come up after him.
Portland
#art-exhibition
Berlin music
fromBerlin Art Link
4 days ago

Preview of 'Vessel & Voyager' at AdK | Berlin Art Link

The exhibition 'Vessel and Voyager' showcases 25 artists exploring identity and history through intimate works created during crises.
Arts
frommissionlocal.org
2 days ago

Photos: It's Open Studios weekend at 1890 Bryant Street

Artists showcased diverse artworks at 1890 Bryant St. Studios, featuring various materials and styles during a weekend preview.
Arts
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

The New Museum Returns, but Humans Are Left Behind

The exhibition explores humanity's struggle against technology through diverse multimedia installations and thought-provoking artworks.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 days ago

Brooklyn Creative Reuse opens brick-and-mortar shop in Sunset Park * Brooklyn Paper

"We accept anything that could be used in some sort of creative way, so it's very open."
Brooklyn
Music production
fromPaste Magazine
4 days ago

Meet EXO-TECH: An improvisational collective in NYC

EXO-TECH is a collective of musicians led by Sophia Brous and Kimbra, blending diverse styles in a vibrant live performance setting.
Arts
fromArtnet News
9 hours ago

A Data Analysis of the 2026 Venice Biennale Signals a Shift to the Present | Artnet News

The 2026 Venice Biennale shifts focus back to contemporary artists, emphasizing mid-career figures and a rebalanced global representation.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 days ago

Nonhyun 169 / See Architects

The design challenge was to create a prominent commercial presence within strict zoning regulations in Seoul's Gangnam district.
SF music
fromThe Bold Italic
4 days ago

Here's Why You Should See 'Mere Mortals' at SF Ballet

The San Francisco Ballet's cancellation of its performance at the Kennedy Center reflects broader cultural and political tensions in the arts.
#michelangelo-pistoletto
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

This scene is alive': Abidjan art week showcases city as growing cultural hub

The after-hours special showcase was first tested in January 2024 on the sidelines of the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament hosted and won by Cote d'Ivoire.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
6 hours ago

Gagosian to Debut New Gallery With Duchamp's "Readymades"

The inaugural exhibition at Gagosian's new Uptown location will center on Duchamp's famous 'readymades,' including a replica series first exhibited over six decades ago.
Arts
fromPhilosophynow
1 week ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Youth Commons / Studio RE+N

A neglected rooftop in Songyang County transforms into a vibrant community commons despite initial design flaws and lack of facilities.
Graphic design
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Like it or not, AI is part of art school curriculums

Generative AI poses a significant threat to creative professionals, impacting job prospects and sparking protests among students.
Arts
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Painting With Blood: Who Does It and Who Collects It

Blood is used as a medium in contemporary art, challenging traditional boundaries of artistic practice.
#architecture
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Is the Technosphere and Why Does It Redefine Architecture?

Architecture is now influenced by global systems and infrastructures, acting as a mediator within the technosphere.
Renovation
fromwww.architectsjournal.co.uk
1 week ago

Practices launch architects on your doorstep' mobile AI advertising drive

The Architects on your Doorstep project uses AI to generate home makeover ideas, helping architects engage with the public and drum up business.
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Is the Technosphere and Why Does It Redefine Architecture?

Architecture is now influenced by global systems and infrastructures, acting as a mediator within the technosphere.
Renovation
fromwww.architectsjournal.co.uk
1 week ago

Practices launch architects on your doorstep' mobile AI advertising drive

The Architects on your Doorstep project uses AI to generate home makeover ideas, helping architects engage with the public and drum up business.
Arts
fromElite Traveler
22 hours ago

The Art Exhibitions and Museum Openings Worth Traveling For in 2026

2026 features significant art exhibitions that warrant travel, showcasing unique experiences and rare artworks across Europe.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
10 hours ago

Steve DiBenedetto's Cosmic Sense of the Absurd

Steve DiBenedetto's paintings serve as a functional structure to help viewers navigate collective trauma.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

A Community Art Ecosystem in Practice / MINOR lab

The project emphasizes the reactivation of spatial value within existing community structures, transforming building stock into community assets of public significance.
Renovation
Arts
fromHyperallergic
17 hours ago

What Is a "Post-Duchamp" Art World?

Duchamp's work reflects a continuous dialogue between past and future, showcasing his genius in anticipating museum logic.
fromHyperallergic
12 hours ago

Ai Weiwei and the Art of Keeping Your Mouth Shut

Censorship strips innocence from the young and kindness from the elderly. It discourages people from valuing justice, fostering selfishness instead.
Arts
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Archiving the Technosphere: How Museum Architecture Mediates Human-Made Systems

The contemporary technology museum has emerged as a performative participant in the systems it seeks to document. The architecture of these institutions has become increasingly fluid and bold, often mirroring the velocity and complexity of the systems it houses. They operate as mediators between the human, the ecological, and the technological realms, transforming from encyclopedic warehouses into active educational engines.
Science
Design
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How the public changes spaces-and art-for the better

Public engagement enhances design, transforming spaces into vibrant community hubs that foster creativity and connection.
Arts
fromArtnet News
15 hours ago

Go Time! Gagosian Christens New Madison Avenue Space With Duchamp Readymades | Artnet News

Larry Gagosian will open a new gallery space at 980 Madison Avenue featuring Marcel Duchamp's readymades on April 25.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

The Paradoxical Delights of South America's Biggest Art Fair

SP-Arte 22nd edition showcases a blend of global and regional art, emphasizing Brazil's role in transcontinental artistic connections.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

What If Every City Provided Artists With Free Supplies?

Materials for the Arts provides essential resources for arts education and cultural programs in New York City, advocating for expansion to all boroughs.
fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

In Kyoung Chun: Make Room

Kyoung Chun's creative practice moves between painting and site-specific installation. Interactive works extend the language of painting beyond the canvas, inviting viewers into environments that challenge perception and encourage connection.
Arts
fromArtnet News
3 days ago

Shoptalk: New Guggenheim Director Melissa Chiu on How She Got the Job | Artnet News

"We are uniquely global and local, historic and contemporary, collection driven and exhibition driven," Westermann said. "I really needed someone who understands that complexity."
Arts
Arts
fromBOOOOOOOM!
5 days ago

Two Free Events to Check out This Weekend at Capture

Michelle Sound will lead a talk and tour of her exhibition at Ceremonial / Art, focusing on her recent practice and commissioned project.
Arts
fromWallpaper*
4 days ago

One of our favourite London design galleries just opened a New York pop-up

Gallery Fumi has launched its longest US exhibition in New York, focusing on handcrafted pieces and deepening its presence in the American market.
Arts
fromArtnet News
4 days ago

Seoul Gets an Intriguing New Art Fair-Plus, a Rundown of the Latest in Asia's Art World | Artnet News

The Hive Art Fair in Seoul will focus on B2B collaborations and has no booth fees, featuring 50 exhibitors.
Arts
fromArchitectural Digest
5 days ago

This Design Residency Is Turning India's Artisan Workshops Into a Pipeline to Milan Design Week

Shakti Design Residency connects global designers with Indian artisans to create new works showcased at Milan Design Week.
Arts
fromArtnet News
4 days ago

Unique Photographs Are Reshaping the Photo Market

The Spring Photographs auction features historic and contemporary works, highlighting the growing demand and market value of photography.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 week ago

The Museum Breathing Life Into New York's Downtown Performance Scene

The Leslie-Lohman Museum connects art with the needs of the queer community amidst political challenges.
Arts
fromAnOther
6 days ago

Brilliant Things to Do This April

April features significant cultural exhibitions including Francesca Woodman, Senga Nengudi, and Isaac Julien.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

The Machine in the Age of Collective Practice

Every architectural epoch has been defined by its instruments. The compass, the drawing board, the camera, and the computer have each altered how architects think and produce. Yet the current moment feels qualitatively different.
Design
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

The Tiny Brooklyn Project Space Resisting the Gallery Machine

Subtitled NYC, an independent Greenpoint project space, uses friction and sensory overwhelm to create immersive installations that reconnect viewers with their physical bodies and presence in space.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Can Performance Art Win Over a New Generation of Collectors? | Artnet News

Performance art is already sellable; recent shifts are increasing how its market value is established through editions, documentation, and institutional purchases.
Arts
fromdesignyoutrust.com
2 months ago

Artist Paints Smoky Lounges And Quiet Strangers, Letting Halffinished Details Turn Viewers Into Coauthors Of The Scene

A wide-ranging visual roundup showcases creative reinterpretations, vintage design, activist art, photography, illustration, and humorous cultural works spanning contemporary and historical styles.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Art Movements: New Leaders Everywhere

Jean Cooney will become executive director of Creative Time; major museum leadership changes include Sally Tallant leaving Queens Museum, Yasha Grobman in Jerusalem, and Amy Sherald signing with CAA.
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