Architecture
June 16, 2019

Futuristic ‘Tower of the Sun’ Building Mimics Kazakhstan Flag with a Window to Ishim River

Taking inspiration from the country's flag, Fundamental Architects and Omega Render are proposing a futuristic new building in Kazakhstan. Spanning the width of the Ishim River in Astana, the building's circular cutout both provides views downriver and is a subtle nod toward the country’s national emblem. The concept is one of three proposals that BI GROUP, the country's largest developer, is considering for the site.

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Portrait Photography
June 14, 2019

Striking Underwater Portraits Reflect Artist’s Own Mental Health Struggles [Interview]

For decades, artist Barbara Cole has captured dynamic photographs of figures floating underwater. Much more than shimmering studies of her subjects, these images often evoke and explore deeper ideas. This approach is reflected in Surfacing, a series of underwater portraits that aims to “open up a dialogue on mental health.” The photographs featured in Surfacing star women submerged in the ocean.

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Art
June 13, 2019

Dip-Dyed Macrame Wall Hangings Add a Modern Pop of Color to Any Room

Macrame wall hangings first became an interior design trend during the 1970s, but fiber artist Rianne Zuijderduin of Teddy and Wool modernizes the craft with her stylish, colorful renditions. Handmade by knotting and braiding 100% high quality cotton cords into intricate patterns, each stunning, geometric design features vibrant dip-dyed gradients that bring a pop of color to any room.

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Installation
June 11, 2019

Monumental Hands Reach Across Venice Canal as a Symbol of Unity

Sculptor Lorenzo Quinn triumphantly returns to Venice with yet another monumental installation. Six pairs of hands stretch across the basin of the historic Arsenal, joining together to create a bridge of unity. At almost 50 feet high and 65 feet wide, Building Bridges is a stunning addition to the city as it experiences the Venice Biennale. And for Quinn, it's a spectacular bookend to his 2017 work in Venice, Support, which garnered worldwide acclaim.

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