Frank Lloyd Wright’s only Florida residence, Spring House, is for sale for $2.1 million.
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Spring House in Tallahassee, the only residence he designed in Florida, has been listed for $2.1 million. Built in 1954 for the Lewis family, the two-story structure reflects Wright’s late-career hemicycle style, with intersecting circular forms, sweeping glass walls, and native cypress detailing. The home was envisioned as a communal space, with an open-plan living area designed to draw in light and views of the surrounding woodland. Still owned by the Lewis family, the house now requires significant restoration after decades of exposure and was previously recognized as an endangered historic site.
The U.S. Transportation Secretary called an Amtrak advisor “train daddy” at a press conference.
At a press conference in New York, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy drew awkward silence when he introduced Amtrak advisor Andy Byford as “train daddy.” The event centered on launching a $43 million design competition to overhaul Penn Station, with plans to select a master developer by 2026 and begin construction by 2027. Byford emphasized an open process that could include through-running and potentially relocating Madison Square Garden. The announcement comes as the administration pushes for a faster timeline on long-delayed rail upgrades.
J.Crew might be the fashion world’s latest A.I. campaign cautionary tale.
J.Crew faces scrutiny after a recent Instagram campaign, featuring a collaboration with Vans, appeared to rely heavily on A.I.-generated images. Observers noted visual glitches—distorted limbs, unusual shadows, and inaccurate details—that suggested the photos were digitally fabricated rather than photographed. In response, the brand credited “Digital art by: @samfinn.studio,” an A.I.-focused creator, though it remained unclear if A.I. models were used. Critics argued the campaign undermines J.Crew’s own archive of authentic vintage imagery, highlighting the risks of uncredited or poorly executed A.I. in fashion marketing.
Major blows to Create NSW show arts funding is being cut across the pond, too.
Arts funding in New South Wales faces turbulence, with regional galleries receiving partial relief after fears of a looming crisis. Create NSW announced $15.4 million in funding over two years for 62 organizations, including 31 regional groups, though many applicants, including Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery, missed out entirely. The cuts and reduced allocations have forced galleries to reconsider programming and operations, reflecting ongoing financial pressures across the sector. Advocates stress that while some funding is restored, local councils may still need to step in to sustain regional arts infrastructure.
A funding dispute with the Dutch Ministry of Culture puts the Van Gogh Museum’s future in question.
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam faces an uncertain future amid a funding dispute with the Dutch Ministry of Culture over a required $121 million refurbishment. The museum’s director warns that without an increase to its $10 million annual subsidy, the building risks closure, endangering both visitors and the preservation of Van Gogh’s works. The museum has filed a legal complaint, citing a 1962 agreement obliging the state to maintain the collection and its facilities, while the ministry insists the current subsidy is sufficient. With partial closures projected during construction and an estimated $29 million in revenue losses, the museum stresses that additional funding is essential to safeguard its collection for future generations.
Today’s attractive distractions:
Snoop Dogg’s blunts sold for six figures as art pieces at auction.
One of America’s oldest art and design schools now offers a course on tattooing.
Who loves a celebrity engagement more than fans? Brands.
Now with DMs, Spotify is inching closer to social media platform territory.
