The gaming scene is growing and with it the US video game developer Gearbox. The company recently expanded to Montréal. The Gearbox Studio there was planned by Patriarche – inspired by virtual worlds, but also by the still quite analogue 90s.
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From June 17 to 22, 2025, Basel will host the inaugural Africa Basel – Contemporary African Art Fair, providing a long-overdue platform for contemporary African art in one of the world’s leading art cities. The fair aims to bring the diversity and innovation of the African art scene to an international audience.
The ALBERTINA dedicates Austria’s first solo exhibition to Jenny Saville, one of the most successful contemporary artists. The British artist, born in 1970, is considered one of the Young British Artists (YBAs), alongside Tracy Emin and Damien Hirst.
From February 14 to 23, 2025, the Mariposa Gallery in Los Angeles will present “Permission to Stare,” an exhibition celebrating the groundbreaking work of Peter Berlin. Curated by actor and “Talk Art” host Russell Tovey, the show offers an in-depth look at Berlin’s influence on queer self-representation and male eroticism since the 1970s.
In an era where urbanization distances us from nature, Marco Nieri, a bio-researcher and expert in eco-design and habitat health, has dedicated his life to rediscovering the profound connection between humans and the natural world. His work is not just a scientific exploration—it is a mission to reconnect people with the healing potential of nature, blending biophysics, ecology, and ancient wisdom.
In Dubai, the capital of the eponymous emirate, also known as the “City of Gold,” the House of Courtyards rises as a monumental structure, bridging the gap between traditional desert architecture and the demands of a modern world.
The Serpentine Galleries in London present Remembering, the first institutional solo exhibition of Indian artist Arpita Singh in the British capital. From March 20 to July 27, 2025, the Serpentine North will showcase works spanning over six decades of her artistic career. Singh’s work blends surrealism and figuration with traditional Indian painting styles—often characterized by powerful colors and emotionally charged scenes.
Can an Ancient Asian Tea Ceremony and a Mallorcan Stone Courtyard Tell the Same Story? At first glance, it may seem unlikely—but upon closer inspection, they share a profound connection: harmony with nature, simplicity, and respect for tradition. At Es Racó d’Artà, a tranquil retreat in the untouched northeast of Mallorca, Asian influences blend naturally and seamlessly into the surroundings.
The number five is pronounced “go” in Japanese. And we gladly accept this invitation. Where is the journey taking us? To the financial district of Tokyo, into a hundred-year-old former bank building that now houses the K5 Hotel.
The New York Hypnotic School is an art movement that emerged in New York in the 1960s and 1970s and is characterised by hypnotic, repetitive and visually captivating works. Although it was never a formal group of artists with a manifesto or fixed members, it united various trends from the visual arts, music and light art under a common aesthetic.
At Voorlinden, Nick Cave (1957) has his first solo museum exhibition with his series The Devil – A Life. The Australian artist is primarily known as a musician but studied visual art in his earlier years. In this series, Cave narrates the life of the devil, from his birth to his death, through seventeen hand-painted ceramic figures. Museum Voorlinden has acquired the entire series.
The Mexican fashion label Caravana uniquely blends traditional Maya craftsmanship with contemporary design. Each handcrafted piece reflects the rich culture and history of the Maya while embracing a modern aesthetic.
When Kengo Kuma sets out to realise a contemporary office building, he pushes the boundaries of the imaginable. Kibi Kogen N Square is an avant-garde timber construction that promises an immersive experience.
Erwin Wurm (*1954, Bruck an der Mur) is one of the most influential contemporary artists of our time. To mark his 70th birthday, ALBERTINA MODERN is dedicating a comprehensive retrospective to his work. The exhibition features sculptures, drawings, photographs, and videos that highlight the paradoxes and absurdities of our world.
Thebe Magugu is more than a fashion designer—he is a cultural storyteller, a visionary, and a trailblazer for Africa’s fashion scene. At just 30 years old, the South African has stepped onto the global stage, demonstrating how tradition, innovation, and sustainability can harmoniously converge. But what makes his work so exceptional, and why is he considered a beacon of hope for African fashion design?
The Lifestylehotels™ Smart Traveller programme gives you an exclusive opportunity to experience exceptional hotels – at unbeatable prices. Discover how you can immerse yourself in the world of these unique hotels with particularly attractive conditions and what other benefits await you.
The collaboration expands The Peninsula’s Art in Resonance programme with an innovative partnership that brings together two institutions to support emerging contemporary artists.
In the 1940s, a small yet influential movement emerged in sunny California: the Nature Boys. Inspired by a return to nature, alternative lifestyles, and philosophical currents from East and West, they lived a way of life that can be seen as the precursor to the hippie movement. Who were these pioneers of mindfulness and self-sufficiency, and what impact did they have on society?