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fromOpen Culture
1 week ago
Chicago

The Iconic Glass House Built by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe-and the Lawsuit That Cast a Shadow Over It

Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Hong Kong's Queensway Reimagined: Sara Klomps on the Genesis and Ambition of The Henderson by Zaha Hadid Architects

The Henderson by Zaha Hadid Architects redefines commercial architecture in Hong Kong, enhancing public engagement through innovative design.
Design
fromColossal
3 weeks ago

Photos by Charly Broyez and Laurent Kronental Celebrate Architecture Ahead of Its Time

La Grande Motte, a modernist resort by Jean Balladur, symbolizes an ideal city for post-war tourism with unique architecture.
fromOpen Culture
1 week ago
Chicago

The Iconic Glass House Built by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe-and the Lawsuit That Cast a Shadow Over It

fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago
Renovation

Hong Kong's Queensway Reimagined: Sara Klomps on the Genesis and Ambition of The Henderson by Zaha Hadid Architects

fromColossal
3 weeks ago
Design

Photos by Charly Broyez and Laurent Kronental Celebrate Architecture Ahead of Its Time

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago

Rolly is a playful rolling table that makes a simple furniture enjoyable - Yanko Design

The Rolly table uniquely combines functionality and joy, featuring four circular wheels that allow it to act as a side table or portable cart, enhancing any space.
Design
#literature
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago

monumental candle sculptures by sterling ruby adorn MAMO at le corbusier's la cite radieuse

DOUBLE CANDLE, a pair of seven-meter-tall bronze forms cast from soft Polyfleece, stands like sentinels above the city. The sculpture's patinated surface and retained fabric folds evoke both domestic softness and monumental gravity - drawing parallels to historical statuary, the Twin Towers, and the rooftop chimneys of the Cité itself.
Arts
fromColossal
2 weeks ago

Wood and Ceramic 'Guardian' Assemblages by Expanded Eye Emphasize Earthy Materials

Blurring the distinction between abstraction and figuration, Expanded Eye's recent works explore themes of the divine feminine and 'the peaceful power of the Earthmother.'
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Charles and Ray Eames inspire an impressive San Francisco furniture show

The exhibit "Past as Prologue: The Last Decade of Furniture Design by Ray and Charles Eames (1968-1978)" focuses on office furniture designed for the white-collar workforce, emphasizing modularity and visual authority.
Design
Portland
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago

'C.S. Price: A Portrait': Roger Saydack's book is a thorough and precise chronicle of the Modernist Oregon painter * Oregon ArtsWatch

Roger Saydack's book highlights the life and art of Modernist Oregon painter Clayton Sumner Price, offering deep insights into his artistic journey.
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#arshile-gorky
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Finding the Key to Cezanne, the First Painter I Ever Loved

Cezanne was the first artist I ever truly loved. His short brushstrokes and colliding perspectives gave me the courage to see the world in my own way.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I Gave You Eyes and You Looked Toward Darkness by Irene Sola review makes most fiction feel timid

I Gave You Eyes and You Looked Toward Darkness intertwines the lives of the dead and living women, reflecting on chaos, identity, and the absurdity of existence.
Paris food
fromArchitectural Digest
1 month ago

A 377-Square-Foot Apartment Near Paris's Avenue Foch Has a Minimalist, Japanese Flair

Heilmann's design integrates natural materials and Japanese influences, creating a functional yet serene environment in a small apartment.
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

A 1974 San Francisco Home Is Renovated While Honoring Its DNA

The renovation managed to balance legacy and modernity, ensuring the Redwood House retains its historical significance while adapting to contemporary living needs.
Renovation
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

Pablo Picasso's Childhood Paintings: Precocious Works Painted Between the Ages of 8 and 15

Picasso's 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' sparked outrage in Parisian society for its radical departure from traditional representation of nude figures in art.
Arts
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Icy-Cold Ritual Behind Ernest Hemingway's Favorite Martini - Tasting Table

Hemingway's trademark martini ritual reflects his exacting nature—frozen glass, gin stirred with ice, a teaspoon of vermouth, and a cocktail onion, epitomizing clean modernity.
Cocktails
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

How Iranian Underground Cinema and Post-Revolution Persian Rap Could Fuse to Shape the Country's Filmmaking Future

Iran's New Wave filmmakers emerged in the 1960s, rejecting mainstream cinema for authentic portrayals of social realities, but faced censorship post-revolution.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Hugh Jackman and Liev Schreiber Star in a Pair of Psychosexual Slugfests

Strindberg's revolutionary ideas are revived in modern theater, focusing on intimacy and simplicity to engage audiences.
#design
Design
fromDesign Milk
5 months ago

Pop Off: Design Milk Celebrates Champagne Chair 2025 Winners

The Champagne Chair Contest promotes modern design while supporting preservation efforts through engaging competitions.
Design
fromDesign Milk
5 months ago

Pop Off: Design Milk Celebrates Champagne Chair 2025 Winners

The Champagne Chair Contest promotes modern design while supporting preservation efforts through engaging competitions.
#furniture-design
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Where to start with: Virginia Woolf

Virginia Woolf is a pioneering modernist author known for exploring the conflict between personal desires and societal expectations, especially in her novel Mrs Dalloway.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

New Pope Leo XIV holds first mass with cardinals DW 05/09/2025

Pope Leo XIV aims to uphold modernity while addressing traditionalist concerns in his leadership.
fromianVisits
2 months ago

A modernist river runs through it: The story of Embankment tube station's platform design

Robyn Denny's artwork at Embankment tube station, commissioned in 1985, symbolizes a shift towards modernist art in London's transport design.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Togo's First Participation in the Venice Architecture Biennale Presents a Curated View of Its National Heritage

Togo's architectural heritage, which spans ancient clay structures to complex histories and outlandish modernist experiments, is an incredible source of inspiration for our work.
Paris food
fromArchitectural Digest
3 months ago

A Midcentury North London Town House Rediscovers Its Swinging Sixties Roots

Drive a bit north of Central London and before long you'll find yourself in Hampstead, a community in the Borough of Camden known for its village-like atmosphere.
Renovation
#architectural-design
Design
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Lecture Hall Complex, IIT Hyderabad / CCBA Designs

The Lecture Hall Complex is a modern architectural marvel emphasizing functionality, aesthetics, and accessibility.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Wood-Concrete House / mano

The project creatively transforms a 1930s house into a light-filled home, emphasizing spatial continuity and material sincerity within an urban context.
Design
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Lecture Hall Complex, IIT Hyderabad / CCBA Designs

The Lecture Hall Complex is a modern architectural marvel emphasizing functionality, aesthetics, and accessibility.
#art
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Jozsef Csato Eyes a "Siren Hospitality"

József Csató blends abstract expressionism with modern influences in his innovative art.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

I Traveled to Finland to See Alvar Aalto's Masterful Buildings-and It Changed How I Think About Midcentury Design

Paimio Sanatorium, completed in 1933 by Alvar and Aino Aalto, showcased a visionary design that prioritized the health and comfort of tuberculosis patients through radical modern architecture.
Austin
London
fromFast Company
3 months ago

This city in Central Asia is an unexpected goldmine of modernist architecture

The demolition of the House of Cinema spurred efforts to document and preserve Tashkent's modernist architecture.
A citywide project has designated many modernist buildings as national heritage sites.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Van Cleef & Arpels' Cadenas Watch at 90 Years

The Cadenas watch transformed a padlock into a distinct jewelry piece, showcasing modernist art influence and innovative design.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Maison Guiette: Le Corbusier's Modernist Outpost in Antwerp, Belgium

Maison Guiette symbolizes the beginning of Le Corbusier's international architectural influence and modernist design.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Torrey Peters on life after writing a hit novel: It had a very chilling effect on my writing'

Torrey Peters' new novel 'Stag Dance' creatively explores themes of gender transition and identity in an unconventional narrative.
UX design
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Frameless is More: How Minimalist Windows Shape Architectural Atmospheres

Minimalism in architecture emphasizes the reduction of form and the importance of natural light, transforming windows into integral elements that unify space.
Women in technology
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

International Women's Day 2025: The Diverse Approaches of Emerging Woman-Led Architecture Practices

Women's contributions to architecture are significant yet often overlooked, urging recognition beyond just gender.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Narratives of Syrian Modernism: Rediscovering the Center for Marine Research

The Center for Marine Research highlights Syria's architectural heritage but is currently abandoned, representing both a loss and potential for future cultural rediscovery.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Exclusive | Super rare Lescaze-designed NYC townhouse lists for $15M: 'It's almost like owning a piece of art'

The Kramer House is a unique modernist property on the market for $15 million, featuring a blend of contemporary renovations and historic design.
Coffee
fromWIRED
5 months ago

The Aarke Coffee System Offers Promising Innovation With Some Fiddling

The Aarke Coffee System combines modern design with advanced brewing technology, elevating the home coffee-making experience.
fromDesign Milk
5 months ago

Take 5: Wall Wood, a Lacquered Desk, Desert Modernism + More

Desk design has evolved from traditional aesthetics to a focus on digital connectivity and functionality.
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