Misha Wallpaper recently showcased their new collection of hand painted wallpaper, called Tour des Voyages during the Maison & Objet International Fair. Their incredible attention to detail, artistic talent, and an eye for setting the scene create an intoxicating atmosphere where the provocative seeds of wanderlust are sure to take place as they turn empty walls into the magical pages of a story book, inspired by the greatest explorers in history, Marco Polo and Matteo Ricci. They also showcased The Spice Route, which travels the path of the Portuguese from Latin America to South Africa and onward to India and Indonesia. The design,…
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There is a lot to love about the ’80s; the music, the movies, and the fashion. This summer’s blockbuster Atomic Blonde decided to delve deeply into a not so distant past in this highly stylized and crafted film, based on the graphic novel “The Coldest City”. There are delicious details at every turn and one stand out element is definitely the fashion, a refreshing palette of period favorites that strike an ultra cool note for our super spy heroine played by Charlize Theron. Sweater dresses, mesh fingerless gloves, bodysuits and suspenders create the femme fatale’s wardrobe. Be warned, you will…
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What is the moment when art becomes a masterpiece or when a person becomes a legend? The fine line in between, from good into extraordinary, is a boundary that few cross into greatness. True masters of an art form are all too often iconic figures from a distant misty past, a few remaining treasured pieces kept in private collections and a museum here and there. Sketch books and diaries are poured over by experts deciphering the inspiration, meaning and motives behind such a precious creation. Hence it is a rare occasion to be in the midst of such talent. This…
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Gate 5 Gallery Takes Part In Design Dialogues III Contemporary Meets Modern For the 3rd edition, Gate 5 Gallery is welcomed to the Gallery 11 Columbia in order to present a selection of Italian furniture from the past 30 to 70 years, highlighting limited editions of contemporary design. Featuring designers such as Gio Ponti, Max Ingrand, and Gino Sarfatti mingle with the expressions of Johanna Grawunder, Marco Bevilacqua or Martine Bedin, creating an eclectic universe of subtle, contemporary space that is aligned with the private interior that is the Gallery Columbia. Céline Marcato established Gate 5 Gallery in 2012 in…
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A LOOK AT THE NEW HISTORY OF VENICE Along the poetic waterways of Venice stand many buildings but one in particular has an incredibly rich story to tell even amongst its architectural partners. The Misericordia di Venezia is a historic building that after an extensive conservation restoration has been renewed to its former glory that today has been given back to the city reviving its ancient vocation of hospitality, breathing new life into the space while accentuating the mystery and charm of the building, enhancing the depth of its historical traditions in every wall and decoration. Founded in the Middle Ages,…
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The legendary champagne house of Veuve Clicquot has restored it's famous townhouse at 18 rue du Marc, in Reims, France where a select few receive invitations.
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Naples is the heart of the coral jewelry industry and wearing this unique gem makes you a link in the golden chain of Italy's history and future