Posts by Eva Baron

Eva Baron

Eva Baron was a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. Currently based in Queens, Eva graduated with a degree in Art History and English from Swarthmore College. She subsequently worked at art galleries and book publishers, including Phaidon, one of the world's oldest publishers of the creative arts. She has since transitioned into a career as a full-time web producer and writer, with a special focus on artist, gallery, and exhibition profiles. She has written content for Elle Decor, Publishers Weekly, Louis Vuitton, Maison Margiela, and more. Beyond writing and design, Eva enjoys beading jewelry, replaying old video games, and going on marathon walks across New York.
Architecture
February 16, 2025

Biophilic Residences Inspired by Seoul’s Rich Landscape Beautifully Unite Urban and Natural Amenities

Frank Lloyd Wright had this piece of advice for his students: “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” Even decades after his death, it’s an adage that many architects still follow, uniting the natural and built environments through biophilic design. A new residential concept by UNStudio is yet another manifestation of this impulse.

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Music
February 14, 2025

Stunning Performance Visualizes Music From a Piano With Undulating Lights

Adrien Mondot is no stranger to multidisciplinary work. Alongside his collaborator Claire Bardainne, Mondot has merged visual, musical, technological, and digital media through the eponymous Adrien M & Claire B studio. Piano piano is one such project, achieving a unique interplay between music and light. First conceived in 2023, Piano piano is a collaboration between the musician David Babin and Mondot.

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Toys
February 13, 2025

LEGO Set Lets You Recreate Robert Indiana’s Famous ‘Love’ Sculpture in Time for Valentine’s Day

In 1970, Robert Indiana designed his first monumental LOVE sculpture in Cor-Ten steel. More than 50 years later, these sculptures continue to decorate countless cities across the United States, cementing themselves as one of the world’s most recognizable and beloved typographic designs. Now, LEGO offers the opportunity to recreate this pop art icon inside your own home.

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Painting
February 10, 2025

Radiant Paintings Explore Tender Moments of Humanity and Love With Animal Companions

To achieve depth and dimension, an artist must harness light. Nadine Tralala accomplishes just that, painting canvases so luminous they almost function as lightning rods. Based in Germany, Tralala favors ethereality throughout her practice. Her vivid paintings teem with bold colors and figures whose skin practically radiates, resulting in delicate surfaces. “I’m drawn to figures that are somewhat realistic but still have an ethereal, almost otherworldly quality,” Tralala tells My Modern Met.

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My Modern Met

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