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Isan in the frame A group exhibition at the Jim Thompson Art...

Sun, 27 May 2012 15:35:43 +0200

A group exhibition at the Jim Thompson Art Center is showing off the fruits of the organisation’s ongoing Art on Farm project
While the food and music of the Northeast of Thailand, called Isan, can be found fairly easily in the capital, the region’s art is not so well represented. Until June 24, however, the Jim Thompson House is offering you an intensely colourful dose of homegrown Isan art for free.

The origins of Art on Farm, a 19 artist-strong group exhibition being held in the tourist attraction’s Art Centre, stretch back to 2009, when this organisation, along with the Jim Thompson Farm up in Korat, invited local artists to produce Isan-inspired artworks. The brief encouraged them to work with nature, local artifacts and recycled materials, and also to observe daily life at this fully-functioning farm, where silk worms are raised and silk produced. Inspiration was also drawn from Isan’s history, myths and legends, its landscape, wittii chiwit (way of life) and food.

(via Bangkok101 )

Cave dweller´s delight The Rayavadee Resort is an exclusive,...

Mon, 21 May 2012 17:49:12 +0200

Cave dweller´s delight

The Rayavadee Resort is an exclusive, luxury five-star resort on the tropical peninsula of PhraNang in the spectacular and peaceful Marine National Park of Krabi, Thailand.

A combination of the five star accommodations and stunning natural landscaping make the Rayavadee Resort in Thailand a dream destination. Cascading mountains, lush forests and beach lines that stretch for miles are only some of the stellar features of this luxurious island getaway. Guests can enjoy the surreal beaches and dine in a glowing nook inside one of the many natural caves on the island.

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Matt Gagnon’s wooden fort -see it at The Standard, East Village...

Fri, 18 May 2012 18:32:08 +0200

Matt Gagnon’s wooden fort -see it at The Standard, East Village this weekend!

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Mirror, mirror on the wall The Cybertecture® Mirror is far from...

Fri, 18 May 2012 15:32:33 +0200

Mirror, mirror on the wall

The Cybertecture® Mirror is far from an ordinary mirror for everyday use, it’s the world’s first intelligent Reflective Mirror. Through a reflective digital display, programmable applications and a connection with the internet via wireless communication technology, you are able to see interactive information which you can customize for specific functions. It interacts with the users and communicates with mobile phone, computer, personal digital assistant offering useful information and also monitoring their health through a peripherical sensor pad. Designed to be hung on the wall, the smart combination between thin, stylish and elegant design and great digital features make from the Cybertecture® Mirror the perfect gadget for any kind of environment home, office and public environments (hotels, hospitals, retail shops).

(via Interior Design)

Infinity pool of the moment: Banyan Tree Bintan Nestled on a...

Mon, 14 May 2012 14:44:42 +0200

Infinity pool of the moment: Banyan Tree Bintan

Nestled on a talcum-white private beach facing the South China Sea, the spectacular island Banyan Tree Bintan offers an unforgettable romantic experience. The only all villa resort on Bintan is just 45 minutes by ferry from Singapore.

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Nesting five-star style Berlin’s five-star Hotel de Rome...

Sun, 06 May 2012 14:02:47 +0200

Nesting five-star style

Berlin’s five-star Hotel de Rome recently welcomed an unusual guest: a duck who chose the balcony of a luxury suite as the location for her nest. Now five chicks have hatched in a potted lavender plant — and hotel staff are finding it hard to let go.

photo: Hotel de Rome (via SPIEGEL ONLINE - International)

Infinity pool of the moment: The Silavadee Pool Spa Resort Koh...

Fri, 04 May 2012 17:31:37 +0200

Infinity pool of the moment: The Silavadee Pool Spa Resort Koh Samui Thailand

Silavadee means “beautiful rock” in Thai, as it is located on Laem Nan Beach, between Chaweng and Lamai Beach, which has the most beautiful rock beach on Koh Samui.

Frieze in New York The venerable Gramercy Park Hotel, a long...

Thu, 03 May 2012 19:50:52 +0200

Frieze in New York

The venerable Gramercy Park Hotel, a long standing hub for the New York art, culture and fashion scene, is offering the ultimate Frieze experience. Thanks to the vision of iconic artist and filmmaker Julian Schnabel, this unique luxury property boasts one of the best collections of contemporary art in the United States. It seems natural then that Gramercy Park Hotel should partner with the American edition of the annual London Frieze Art Fair, debuting this spring. For three days, from May 4 – 7, New Yorkers and art lovers from the world over will be privy to the works of over 170 progressive international art galleries at Randall’s Island in Manhattan’s East River.

For those visiting the hotel during this period, the “show” begins the moment they step inside. Known for its prized displays, pieces by Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Fernando Botero find pride of place in public spaces. As an offshoot to the fair, Gramercy Park Hotel will unveil a new installation throughout the hotel. Among the highlights are “Hand” by Jean Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol located in Jade Bar, and two pieces by Richard Prince – “Untitled” from the Re-photographed series and “Untitled” (Oh) 2010.read and see more at made by originals

Les Amants (Cascade) I love artist Noemie Goudal’s...

Tue, 01 May 2012 22:05:51 +0200

Les Amants (Cascade)

I love artist Noemie Goudal’s interpretation of falling water. You can see more from her series Les Amants here.

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Les Amants (Cascade), Colour Photograph, 168 x 208 cm, 2009

Labyrinth of Memory by Chiharu Shiota For this first cultural...

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:48:05 +0200

Labyrinth of Memory by Chiharu Shiota

For this first cultural event produced by La Sucrière, Chiharu Shiota has designed a monumental layout, totally integrating the building’s architecture. Sixteen white dresses hung from the ceiling inside a web of black thread, requiring around 1000 metres of satin cotton and a truckload of black wool (600 kilometres of wool).

La Sucrière, Lyon, France From 4 May to 31 July 2012 - from wednesday to sunday 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

photo: Schlewig-Holsteinischer Kunstverein in derKunsthalle zu Kiel
Credit photo : Sunhi Mang

Mirrored / Native The relentless growth of cities and the...

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:34:10 +0200

Mirrored / Native

The relentless growth of cities and the expansion of populations living in them have inevitable substantial and detrimental environmental effects. One of these is the displacement of wildlife. This is the thematic concern of Native series by Maslen & Mehra. Cities including London, New York, Paris, Rome, Istanbul and Berlin have all been the subject of Maslen & Mehra’s experimental photographs. Heavily built-up urban landscapes are photographed in the early hours, when they are devoid of human activity. The artists take this fleeting opportunity to re-introduce native species into the picture in the form of mirrored sculptures. Roe Deer appear to graze in Canary Wharf, a financial district of London; an American Eagle takes flight in Times Square, New York, capturing a skyscraper and brilliant neon on its mirrored wing.
Maslen & Mehra allow us to experience a city, which is quiet and still — a place, which subsequently can sustain the existence of species other than ourselves. This is not to say that the artists wish for the demise of people and the triumph of nature. The imagery seeks to engage with the viewer and instill in them a desire to witness a more balanced and equitable existence on earth.

For the Mirrored series, Maslen & Mehra appropriate imagery of people, whose silhouettes are then made into mirrored sculptures. By placing them into the landscape and photographing them in this new context, Maslen & Mehra forge an unusual synthesis at first sight: the juxtaposition of highly urban people and wide-open spaces.

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Nebula Humilis: clouds as sculptures Spanish photographer Lola...

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:22:25 +0200

Nebula Humilis: clouds as sculptures

Spanish photographer Lola Guerrera ventured out into the desert of Mexico to explore nature, and to see what happens when you intervene with it. Nebula Humilis is a collection of photographs featuring artificially colored clouds drifting against a natural backdrop.

For a similiar, indoor work by Berndnaut Smilde see The Little White Cloud

(via My Modern Metropolis)

Amazing: The Whaletone The Whaletone is the most charming piano...

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 16:16:40 +0200

Amazing: The Whaletone

The Whaletone is the most charming piano we’ve ever seen.

Made by talented Polish designer Robert Majkut who was inspired by whales. Its beautiful two-colour, black and white case of the classic model, and sleek curves resemble a whale which breaks the waves, visibly arching its body. Why whale? Because, according to Majkut, whales produce romantic sounds to fascinate people. Their conversation is a “majestic, gentle and melodic,” that those who once heard the sound of the whales will not be able to disagree.”

Challenging the classic notion of the instrument, the Whaletone piano is a unique combination of an original design and advanced ultra-sound and accurate technology, meeting the taste of both design lovers, and professional musicians.

The Whaletone is built only upon request, perfectly matching to your personal requirements, configurations, and preferences.

photo: Robert Majkut (via Interior Design)

The Architect’s Eye, 2012 by Sergei Tschoban and Sergey...

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:42:56 +0200

The Architect’s Eye, 2012 by Sergei Tschoban and Sergey Kuznetsov.
A stainless steel sphere, completely smooth and reflecting, features an LED system to create the image of a huge human eyeball that rotates to look to the sky as well as at visitors and the ground. The iris changes color and the pupil increases and decreases in size.

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A Cathedral in the Dunes: Sandworm Installation by Marco...

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:30:38 +0200

A Cathedral in the Dunes: Sandworm Installation by Marco Casagrande

From Casagrande Laboratory:

Sandworm by Finnish environmental artist and architect Marco Casagrande is an organic structure/space/creature realized on the dunes of the Wenduine coastline, Belgium.

The 45 meters long and 10 m wide and high installation moves freely in-between architecture and environmental art and is constructed entirely out of willow following the local knowledge of working with sand and willow.

Casagrande worked hard with his team of young architects and local experts for 4 weeks in order to create something that he describes as “weak architecture” – a human made structure that wishes to become part of nature through flexibility and organic presence.

The visitors are describing the Sandworm as a willow cathedral finely tuned to celebrate the site specific conditions of the Wenduine tidal beaches. The space is used for picnics, relaxation and post industrial meditation.

Commissioned by Beaufort04 for the fourth edition of the Triennial of Contemporary Art by the Sea in 2012.

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Insólito Boutique Hotel - Buzios, Brazil - Natural Beauty And...

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:18:09 +0200

Insólito Boutique Hotel - Buzios, Brazil - Natural Beauty And Subtle Luxury

This lovely boutique hotel has sustainable integration with nature and a sophisticated beach proposal, with thematic rooms that immerses one in Brazilian culture. The spaces have been decorated by the owner, French business woman Emanuelle Meeus de Clermont-Tonnerre, as a token of her passion for Brazil.

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pure gold Kenoa - Exclusive Beach Spa & Resort is located on...

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 20:24:00 +0200

pure gold

Kenoa - Exclusive Beach Spa & Resort is located on Brazil’s stunning northeastern coast, caressed by an emerald-colored, seemingly infinite ocean and miles of pristine white beach. Its position just nine degrees south of the equator ensures year-round summer temperatures. When founder Pedro Marques first dreamed up the lush haven at the unearthly beautiful spot, he instantly envisioned the stylish resort would provide for a mental, physical and environmental equilibrium.

Marshmallow Dreams Lauren Smith is an interdisciplinary artist...

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:45:54 +0200

Marshmallow Dreams

Lauren Smith is an interdisciplinary artist whose past work has incorporated installation, video, sound, photography, public performance, community interaction and the internet. She is most interested in exploring the urban environment and how it directly and indirectly effects its inhabitants. She has two upcoming solo shows at CELLspace Gallery in San Francisco and at Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts in Blue Mountain, New York.

via Lauren Smith at Sweet Station

Infinity pool of the moment: Bilila Lodge Kempinski,...

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:37:56 +0200

Infinity pool of the moment: Bilila Lodge Kempinski, Serengeti

Strategically positioned in the Central North of the Serengeti National Park, Bilila Lodge Kempinski is perfectly surrounded by spectacular scenery and awe-inspiring wildlife.

Equipped with luxurious amenities and offering welcoming hospitality, this property is a prime spot from which to base yourself on your trip to Tanzania. The interiors give a sumptuous feel with all Corner Suites and Private Villas feature private pools overlooking the Serengeti plains in a panoramic view. From the bedroom you can step onto your private teak deck where you can enjoy your own game viewing. True colors of East Africa and beautifully designed material and fill every room and suite with its delicate and exceptional appeal.

The infinity pool and Anantara Spa provide for the ultimate relaxation after an exciting day of a game drive. Bilila combines the height of luxury with romance in spectacular African wilderness surrounds. For those looking rejuvenate, the Fitness Center offers wonderful facilities to assist.

(via Luxury Safari Lodge)

Jewelry in motion: Kinetic architecture for your hands by Dukno...

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:46:32 +0200

Jewelry in motion: Kinetic architecture for your hands by Dukno Yoon

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