Design
September 24, 2018

These Are the Most Beautifully Designed Maps From Recent Years

If you love a good map, you'll want to get your hands on the new volume of The Atlas of Design. Every two years since 2012, the non-profit organization NACIS (North American Cartographic Information Society) has compiled the best-designed maps from hundreds of entrants. The results are placed in a limited edition volume for cartography junkies to enjoy. The 2018 edition is no exception, featuring 32 maps carefully judged for their superior design and quality.

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Architecture
September 23, 2018

Sculptural Desert Home in Joshua Tree Is a Masterful Display of Organic Forms

As much a sculpture as it is a residence, Kendrick Bangs Kellogg's High Desert House is an incredible achievement in organic architecture. Its concrete pillars rise from the sands of Joshua Tree, overlapping to form a canopy. Given complete carte-blanche by artist Bev Doolittle and her husband to create the structure, the home is a masterclass in organic forms and demonstrates why Kellogg is considered an architectural innovator.

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Art
September 21, 2018

Textile Artist Creates Hand-Tufted Wool Rugs Inspired by Argentinian Landscapes

Textile artist Alexandra Kehayoglou brings the beauty of the Argentinian landscape indoors with her incredible wool rug designs. Each functional work of art features hand-tufted woolen textures that represent her country’s grasslands and rivers. The artist’s attraction to nature is not only for aesthetics, but part of personal dedication to raise awareness for preserving the natural landscapes of her homeland.

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Art History
September 20, 2018

9 Bold & Powerful Women Who Shaped the Art World

Women Who Have Shaped the Art World   Betty Parsons Despite being an abstract painter and sculptor herself, Betty Parsons’ biggest legacy is in her role as an art dealer. In fact, she’s considered one of the most important dealers of mid-century art and her generosity in promoting young artists helped launch the career of Jackson Pollock.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.