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Romance isn't dead, at least not according to American artist and illustrator Andy Rementer. Not dead, but definitely a bit melancholy. Despite the colourful primary colours of his collection, I Wish I Knew, which debuted recently at the Mondo...
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The use of the past tense in the title of this collection by Japanese artist Hiro Kurata suggests we are going to see something critically wrong in his examination of Western culture and celebrity, and indeed we do. Using a very modern form of...
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The popularity of all things Scandinavian just keeps growing; first they came with their furniture, then their gloomy but gripping detective series, and now their food is making the journey to mainland Europe at brasserie Björk (no relation to the...
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We're not sure which must be more exhausting – being Peter Blake or curating a retrospective of his work. Spanning six decades, the multi-disciplinary art of Blake is so diverse in style that it's hard to believe the same person is responsible....
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I hadn't seen film-maker Andrew Thomas Huang's award-winning short Solipsist (at the bottom of this post) before I watched his video for Icelandic pop mentalist Björk's track Mutual Core. If I had, I would have been forewarned that this...
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You're a bricklayer, or a joiner, sitting about on a freezing building site in January thinking to yourself “there must be more to life, to the world, than this”. The trouble is, you haven't got any money to see any of it. You hatch a bold, some...
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In Empty Room, a new series of works from California-based artist Adam Caldwell, the concept of dualism – the separation of body and mind or spirit espoused in religion and philosophy – is examined, along with the effect of technology on modern...
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A young illustrator - he graduated from Norwich University of the Arts in 2010 - with an eye for fashion, Joe Cruz dalliances with retro, toys with Pop Art and gets all frivolous with iconography. His is a style that literally dances off the...
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You'll either love Harland Miller's work or you won't, possibly you'll even hate it. I doubt my Gran would have thought much of the Yorkshireman's sense of humour, although she would undoubtedly have recognised the central design inspiration for...
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The cast of Bicycle, illustrator Ugo Gattoni's book commission for the London 2012 Olympic Games, lines up like a two-wheeled version of the Wacky Races – all manner of characters from housewives to hoodies, bankers to hipsters riding a gamut of...
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Hands up who had an imaginary friend when they were a child. Oh you poor things. You must have been very lonely. If you've still got one, there are people you can talk to about it, they can help. New York...
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The grotesque meets the beautiful to arresting effect in this collection of images and sculptures by an ensemble of multi-disciplined artists under the Guerilla Zoo umbrella in London. Even notorious prison eccentric Charles Bronson chips in, it's...
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Hospitality brand Trailborn, debut their first coastal resort, Trailborn Surf & Sound an outstanding waterfront escape in North Carolina's Wrightsville Beach. With 151 guest rooms inspired by the region’s historic maritime heritage, various...
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Located in one of New York City's most storied neighbourhoods, Romer Hell’s Kitchen is a 295-room hotel just west of Broadway and a short walk to the waterfront. Known for informal restaurants, eclectic theatres, drag shows and jazz clubs,...
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Situated just steps from the Beltline at Lee + White — one of Atlanta's most exciting mixed-use destinations — Strangers in Paradise is a decadent cocktail den that exudes the aura of a 1980s or early '90s beachside resort with eclectic decor,...
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Home to a private two-bedroom apartment from Monocle, as well as a further seven minimalist guest rooms with shared facilities, Gasthof Oxen is a historic inn and restaurant blending five centuries of heritage with contemporary charm. A new...
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The right painting professional makes a difference in the durability and visual appeal of your home. Finding a quality and qualified Calgary house painter is vital for homeowners and businesses. There are so many options, however, making it tough to...
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The prestigious A’ Design Award & Competition wrap-up another fruitful year with the announcement of their winners for the 2024—2025 season. Created with the aim of building strong incentives for designers, companies and brands from around the...
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So you're planning a wedding, and you want something truly unique, something that feels special? Let me tell you about wood grain wedding invitations – they are just gorgeous and bring in this natural beauty that feels totally timeless. Think...
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Independent fashion labels are redefining style with bold, original designs that break free from mainstream trends. To bring these visions to life, many are partnering with custom- cut and sew manufacturers, choosing tailored production over generic...