πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: Northern Design Festival 2025: Embracing Transparency in Design πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-05 πŸ“„ Summary: The second edition of the Northern Design Festival took place in Lancaster this May, focusing on the theme of transparency. Organisers Niamh Cartwright and Antonia Arbova, recent graduates of 2024, infused the festival with a fresh, youthful perspective. Their goal was to foster honest conversations that the design industry often avoids, sparking meaningful dialogue and innovation within the creative community. πŸ”—
Design Week
The Northern Design Festival
The second iteration of the Northern Design Festival (NDF) took place in Lancaster in May. This year’s theme was transparency, as its organisers ...
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: Design Week - πŸ’“ #NorthernDesignFestival #TransparencyInDesign #CreativeConversations
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: Renzo Piano Begins Construction on KYKLOS Arts and Culture Center in Piraeus, Greece πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-05-30T00:00:00+00:00 πŸ“„ Summary: Renowned architect Renzo Piano has commenced construction on the KYKLOS Arts and Culture Center in Piraeus, Greece, a cultural landmark commissioned by the Dinos and Lia Martinos Foundation (DLMF). This visionary project is set to enhance the local arts scene and is scheduled for completion in late 2028, promising a vibrant hub for artistic expression and community engagement. πŸ”—
designboom | architecture & design magazine
renzo piano begins construction on KYKLOS arts and culture center in piraeus, greece
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: designboom | architecture & design magazine πŸ’“ #RenzoPiano #ArtsAndCulture #PiraeusDesign
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: When Juvenilia Falls Short: Revisiting Adolescence Through Art πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-12-16T21:01:20+02:00 πŸ“„ Summary: The recent exhibition showcasing early works by celebrated artists struggles to connect with contemporary youth, offering little insight into today’s adolescent experience. This gap renders the show’s underlying message somewhat obscure, prompting reflection on how art addresses generational narratives. πŸ”— [Insert relevant link here] πŸ—žοΈ Source: ArtReview - πŸ’“ #ContemporaryArt #YouthCulture #ArtExhibition
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: Designing for Artists, Wittman Estes Builds a Home with Integrated Creative Studios πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-12-14T06:00:00+02:00 πŸ“„ Summary: Wittman Estes' "French Creek Workshop House" in Washington beautifully merges living spaces with dedicated studios for woodworking, metalworking, and glass art. This innovative design thoughtfully integrates creative workspaces within a home environment, catering to the unique lifestyle of artists who value both functionality and inspiration under one roof. πŸ”—
designboom | architecture & design magazine
designing for artists, wittman estes builds a home with integrated creative studios
wittman estes' 'french creek workshop house' in washington merges spaces for living, woodworking, metalworking, and glass art.
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: designboom | architecture & design magazine πŸ’“ #ArtisticLiving #CreativeSpaces #InnovativeDesign
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: Kurt Cobain’s Guitar, the Priciest Ever Sold, Finds a New Home πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-12-12 πŸ“„ Summary: The iconic guitar once played by Kurt Cobain, which fetched an astonishing $6 million at auction, has found its new residence at London’s prestigious Royal College of Music. This historic instrument, now the most expensive guitar ever sold, will be preserved and showcased, offering music enthusiasts and scholars a rare glimpse into the legacy of the legendary Nirvana frontman. πŸ”—
Artnet News
Kurt Cobain's Guitar, the Priciest Ever Sold, Finds a New Home
The $6 million 1959 Martin D-18E guitar, which Kurt Cobain played in his final show, has been gifted to London's Royal College of Music.
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: Artnet News πŸ’“ #MusicHistory #IconicInstruments #KurtCobain
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: Nnena Kalu Makes History as First Artist with Learning Disability to Win Turner Prize πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-12-09 πŸ“„ Summary: Nnena Kalu has become the first artist with a learning disability to be awarded the prestigious Turner Prize, a significant milestone in the art world. This honor highlights not only her outstanding creative work but also the growing inclusivity within major art institutions. Kalu’s achievement challenges traditional norms and underscores the importance of diverse voices in contemporary art. πŸ”—
Hyperallergic
Artist Nnena Kalu Wins 2025 Turner Prize
She is the first artist with a learning disability to earn the coveted distinction.
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: Hyperallergic - πŸ’“ #TurnerPrize #InclusiveArt #NnenaKalu
πŸ“° News Alert: πŸ”– Title: UNIMATIC x Maxfield Debut Stealth, All-Black Chronograph Watch πŸ—“οΈ Published: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:00:07 +0000 πŸ“„ Summary: Unimatic and Maxfield collaborate on a sleek, all-black Modello Tre U3S-M watch that combines style and performance. The new timepiece offers a fashionable design with high functionality. πŸ”—
Design Milk
UNIMATIC x Maxfield Debut Stealth, All-Black Chronograph Watch
Developed by UNIMATIC and Los Angeles' Maxfield, the new, all-black Modello Tre U3S-M watch is as much about style as it is about performance.
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: Design MilkDesign Milk #minimaliststyle #boldpatterns #fashionphotoshoot #luxurylifestyle
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: 6,000-Year-Old Artifacts Found Beneath UK Parliament – Older Than Stonehenge πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-12-05T23:00:00+02:00 πŸ“„ Summary: Archaeologists have uncovered ancient artifacts beneath the UK Parliament that date back 6,000 years, predating Stonehenge's earliest earthworks by 1,000 years. This remarkable discovery offers new insights into prehistoric Britain, revealing a rich history that challenges previous understandings of early human civilization in the area. The find highlights the complex and long-standing heritage beneath one of the UK's most iconic landmarks. πŸ”—
Hyperallergic
6,000-Year-Old Artifacts Found Beneath UK Parliament
Archeologists said that some of the objects predate Stonehenge's earliest earthworks by 1,000 years.
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: Hyperallergic - πŸ’“ #Archaeology #AncientHistory #Stonehenge
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: Canyon-Like Yidan Center by Zaha Hadid Architects Tops Out in Shenzhen’s Cultural Quarter πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-11-05T11:01:55+02:00 πŸ“„ Summary: The Yidan Center, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, has reached full height in Shenzhen, China. This impressive 165,815-square-meter complex will serve as the international headquarters for the Yidan Prize and the Chen Yidan Foundation. The building’s distinctive canyon-like design embodies innovation and ambition, reflecting the foundation’s mission to promote education and philanthropy globally. A landmark addition to Shenzhen’s cultural quarter, it highlights the fusion of architectural excellence and meaningful purpose. πŸ”—
designboom | architecture & design magazine
canyon-like yidan center by zaha hadid architects tops out in shenzhen's cultural quarter
construction reaches full height on the yidan center in shenzhen, china, designed by zaha hadid architects (ZHA).
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: Designboom – Architecture & Design Magazine πŸ’“ #ZahaHadid #ArchitecturalLandmark #ShenzhenDesign
πŸ“° To Read... πŸ”– Title: Agora: David Altmejd @ Galerie de l’UQAM, Montreal πŸ—“οΈ Published: 2025-11-05 πŸ“„ Summary: This fall, Galerie de l’UQAM proudly presents "David Altmejd. Agora," a major exhibition featuring nearly thirty heads and busts by the internationally acclaimed sculptor and UQAM alumnus David Altmejd. Showcasing works created from 1999 to 2025, this remarkable collection brings together mythological, spiritual, and earthly figures that blur the boundaries between human and non-human. Curated by Louise DΓ©ry, the exhibition explores Altmejd’s unique ability to evoke metamorphosis and transformation through both conscious and unconscious creative forces, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience his visionary sculptural world in Montreal after a decade-long absence. πŸ”—
Juxtapoz Magazine - Agora: David Altmejd @ Galerie de l’UQAM, Montreal
This fall, Galerie de l’UQAM invites visitors to the highly-anticipated exhibition by UQAM alumnus David Altmejd. Work by this internationally re...
 πŸ—žοΈ Source: Juxtapoz πŸ’“ #ContemporaryArt #SculptureExhibition #DavidAltmejd