Art has often been known to have a seductive quality, setting the scene for alluring and memorable moments. It was just this aesthetic that Nina Yashar received when she entrusted Federica Perazzoli, to create the important space of Studio Nucleo, and you can feel the heat and warmth of the eastern tropics throughout the designs Federica created a painting, 200 x 600 cm, with inspiration from the visual and aesthetic language of the East. Presenting Each Time You Fall In Love, these exquisite tapestries are created exclusively for Nilufar Gallery. This work was the catalyst for further departures and was…
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World renowned Belgian art and antiquities dealer, Axel Vervoodrt, has recently earned the honor of being named the Officier des Art et des Lettres, by the country of France. Deeply and extraordinarily famous in the art world for his incredible finds and unique eye, he more recently has caught the general public’s attention for his designs and art that he helped Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West acquire for their Californian dream home, which was explored in depth with an article for Architectural Digest. However, his art dealings, design work and real estate acquisitions have been developed over decades on…
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On the sixtieth anniversary of Roche Bobois, so long known for their iconic Mah Jong Sofa seating arrangement, the Parisienne design house looked to artist Joana Vasconcelos to add her unique, playful and expressive touch to their latest collection BOMBOM. Creativity at the heart of the designs, it offers organic fluidity to the shapes in juxtaposition of the geometric pulse of the Mah Jong. Optimistic and celebratory color theory makes for eye catching statements in the home. It offers a massive opportunity for decorators to choose from for the palette of the space it will belong to. Joana Vasconcelos notes…
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Art imitates life. And, the life lesson that has been perfected by artist Lukas Wegwerth is that just because we may be broken doesn’t mean that we’re not beautiful. Maybe it is our brokenness, our cracks, bumps and bruises that allows the space for love to fill in the blanks and create something unique, new and altogether breathtaking. Lukas Wegwerth started working on his crystallization vases in 2014. He begins by placing a cracked ceramic into a chemical solution and crystals grow along the cracks; he can of course remove the vase at any moment, and it is his decision whether…
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The incredible collection Kam Tin, is known for the exciting use of jewels, creating a treasure trove of ambers and turquoise in an abundant homage to these gems of inspiration. Moving beyond in contrast to the smooth rounded stones that have dappled the cabinets, sideboards, and furniture, and now the designer has turned a new, very sharp corner in the choice of medium. This fresh chapter is a surprising stone: iron pyrite. A sparkling, metallic mineral muse that is fascinating in form and an intriguing choice for collectors who wish to punctuate a space with practical pieces that elevate the…
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Few things travel faster than the speed of light. Perhaps a message from the heart? Fortunately, Lasvit has an uncanny way of combining two of these most precious energies held so dear by humanity. Their glass, crystalline sculptures are exquisite formations designed with a mission, whether to spread a message of hope or fortune, to play with wishes and make dreams come true. It is up to the visionary artisans of Lasvit, in Bohemia to take a client’s inspiration and turn it into a fantasy manifested. Where there is love there is light and the passion and commitment that can…
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Sometimes fine art is something splashed across the canvas in fiery moments of inspiration and passion, a tableau of emotion. On the opposite side of the spectrum, sometimes fine art is a million years in the making, letting the magic happen quietly and delicately, creating something that has been captivating us from time immemorial. Studio Greytak is a conceptual project created by John Greytak, who creates stunning objets d’art, furniture and lighting, and jewelry out of millions of years old gems and minerals. Harnessing the treasure of nature, he is known for taking beautiful, raw specimens and spotlighting nature’s beauty…
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Nathan Myhrvold, chef, photographer, author and founder of Modernist Cuisine and Modernist Cuisine Gallery will host a six course dinner with critic ally acclaimed chef Fred Sabo at The Metropolitan Museum of Art Dining Room. The sensorial dinner will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Friday November 22, 2019. Guests will bask in breathtaking views of Central Park as they enjoy a curated menu with wine pairings. On display, a video provides a behind-the-scenes look at his culinary and photography creative process. WHEN: Friday, November 22, 2019, 6:30 pm WHERE: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Ave, New York,…
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In 2010, right after his graduation from the Academy of Fine Arts in Maastricht, Valentin started to create unique furniture pieces and quickly built up his atelier in an old factory building in the center of Maastricht (NL). After making the building his own, it now crystalizes his thoughts, inspirations, and emotions, to an extent that it feels like home. In 2015 Studio Valentin Loellmann was founded. Along with the creation of furniture pieces and objects, the studio also focuses on indoor and outdoor spaces, extensions and atmospheres. In the past few years, collaborations with galleries and private…
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As the season of love approaches Hong Kong has decided to turn a spotlight on romance. From the 18th of January, until February 24th, the beautiful Victoria’s Harbour provides the backdrop to the vibrant light displays created to celebrate Valentine’s Day and the Spring Lantern Festival. The 15 light art installations created by local and overseas artists at the “International Light Art Display”, among which seven art installations are new pieces created with the theme of Love and Romance. In addition, some of the installations are interactive. Among the new light art installations, three were created by overseas artists, including…