Tilda Swinton will curate a forthcoming Christie’s exhibition focused on Marianna Kennedy.
Tilda Swinton will curate “Supersonic Mediaeval,” an exhibition of Marianna Kennedy’s work at Christie’s Paris from May 5 to 11. The show will highlight Kennedy’s expertise in materials like resin, wood, and Murano glass, along with her signature carved and gilded mirrors. Swinton, a longtime supporter of Kennedy’s work, describes the artist’s designs as merging historical influences with contemporary craftsmanship.
The Centre Pompidou is now closed for a five-year refit led by Moreau Kusunoki Architectes.
Paris’ Centre Pompidou is closing for a five-year, $284 million renovation. The closure, which begins today, prompted a surge of visitors eager for a final look at its vast modern art collection. The overhaul will modernize the iconic building, improve accessibility, and remove hazardous asbestos, while its artworks will be exhibited elsewhere in France and beyond. When it reopens, the museum will feature expanded spaces and a fresh, multidisciplinary approach to curation.
Friedman Benda and Galerie56’s Ettore Sottsass exhibition will include his rarely-seen prototypes.
Galerie56 and Friedman Benda’s upcoming exhibition, “Et Tu, Ettore,” will showcase rare and unseen works by Ettore Sottsass. The show, curated by architect Lee F. Mindel, will open on March 19 at Galerie56. Highlights of the exhibition will include early and rarely-seen ceramic prototypes from Sottsass’ personal collection, his totems, and pieces from his Geology series.
The mayor’s office has introduced a controversial rezoning plan for New York City’s Garment District.
Mayor Eric Adams’ plan to rezone Midtown South would introduce 9,700 new housing units, transforming 42 blocks—including part of the Garment District—into a 24/7 mixed-use neighborhood. While proponents argue the plan will revitalize the area with affordable housing and economic growth, critics worry it could displace small fashion businesses and undermine the district’s historic role in apparel manufacturing.
General Motors may partially demolish Detroit’s Renaissance Center.
Unless public funding for renovation is secured, General Motors may demolish two of the five towers that make up Detroit’s Renaissance Center. A preservation group argues that demolishing parts of the structure would have a lasting negative impact on Detroit’s civic and architectural legacy, and are urging the city to consider preserving the entire center through historic designation. They recommend a thorough study to assess the RenCen’s eligibility for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Today’s attractive distractions:
Have you heard about the new “art forest” near Thailand’s Khao Yai National Park?
The most nostalgic launch of Paris Fashion Week was Coperni’s Tamagotchi.
With the debut of the BasecampXE, Airstream introduces its first fully electric model.
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