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In a daring protest at the Louvre, two female demonstrators associated with the group Riposte Alimentaire (Food Counterattack) threw pumpkin soup at Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Mona Lisa. The incident occurred around 10:00 local time (09:00 GMT) and led to the temporary evacuation of the Salle des Etats, where the masterpiece is displayed. The protesters, […]
Building design and construction can be approached in two different ways: the traditional architecture and contemporary architecture. These fashions reflect their respective eras’ dominant technology, values, and tendencies. Two unique styles develop as guiding forces in the always-changing field of architectural design, each of which captures the essence of the age in which it was
A room is not a room without natural light. Louis Kahn A great architectural design isn’t only functional, but also an aesthetic marvel and a testament to longevity. Whether it is an entire city (Lutyens’ Delhi) or simply a building (Raj Rewal’s Hall of Nations), an architect’s prowess is determined by their ability to utilize
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The first solo exhibition in India by Tehran-based visual artist Zahra Yazdani, Scripted Selves: Sutures of Signs and Symbols at Latitude 28 gallery in Delhi, charts the emotional breadth of the human body. Yazdani transformed the two spaces into settings for her latest artwork, inviting artists to pose for her camera. Her photography demonstrates Yazdani’s
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What is Parametricism? Patrik Schumacher’s 2008 coin, parametrism, is an avant-garde architectural style modeled after postmodern and modern methods. It uses computers, programs, and algorithms to modify designs. It is rooted in parametric design and makes use of parametric equations. Beyond architecture, this style also affects furniture, interior design, and urban planning. It creates a
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Skyscrapers are striking examples of architectural mastery and symbolic signs of human achievement in the always-changing urban landscape. From the sleek and contemporary features that transform skylines to the tall spires that pierce the clouds, these iconic buildings capture our imaginations and embody the aspirational spirit of urban growth around the globe. Every architectural masterpiece
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Sculptor Carl Andre, who was one of the leading figures in the 1960s Minimalist art movement, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 88. Born in 1935 in Quincy, Massachusetts, Carl Andre emerged as a key figure in the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s. Raised in an environment that encouraged free exploration, Andre’s
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In a nod to four decades of iconic fashion, Marc Jacobs has unveiled its Spring/Summer 2024 campaign, featuring a stellar cast of friends and collaborators. German photographer Juergen Teller captured the essence of the campaign with a series of lo-fi shots, positioning each subject solo on the streets in front of Marc Jacobs’ headquarters in
The highly anticipated third edition of the Art of India exhibition is set to captivate art enthusiasts in the national capital, commencing on January 28 at the India Habitat Centre (IHC). Under the theme “Tradition, Transition, Modernity,” the eight-day exhibition, curated by esteemed art critic Alka Pande, promises to be a celebration of India’s diverse
Banksy’s renowned artwork, “Girl with Balloon,” which famously self-destructed during a live auction at Sotheby’s in 2018, has undergone a second renaming and received a new date. The piece, now titled “Girl Without Balloon,” has once again raised questions about the artist’s intentions and the evolving narrative surrounding this unconventional masterpiece. The Shredding Spectacle In
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