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.
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The world may be in turmoil, but on a small island in the Cyclades, you hardly notice it. Daily life here is so calm that Folegandros feels like a symbol of the good old days. With its rugged cliffs, sparse vegetation, and the endless expanse of the Aegean, the connection to the island’s origins is deeply felt. The Gundari Luxury Resort blends seamlessly into its intimate, timeless, and natural surroundings.
An informal boutique hotel in a peaceful green setting, offering breathtaking views, unique design, contemporary art, and welcoming hosts.
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 the Mountains of India, One Finds the Meaning of Life—or so they say. Especially on Hippie Hill. The spiritual energy of the Kasar Devi Temple extends all the way to The Kumaon, a design retreat featuring minimalist architecture by Pradeep Kodikara and Jineshi Samaraweera. Here, ample space and tranquility provide the perfect setting for a healing quest for truth, wisdom, and freedom. We reach the peak of regeneration through these five experiences that make a stay at this secluded resort truly unique:
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.
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.
Eckhart Tolle on the Next Stage of Evolution “When a sufficient number of humans have gone through this incredible shift in consciousness, the world that they create will look very different from the world that is created by humans who are completely identified with thinking.” So says Eckhart Tolle in this inspiring video sharing his vision of the next stage in human evolution.
Bill Gates is one of the most influential figures in technology history. But who is the man behind Microsoft, the visionary who launched a revolution and later sought to change the world through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation? In his autobiography Source Code, Gates shares personal insights into his journey – beyond business successes and billion-dollar deals.
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.
The architecture firm LUO Studio has designed a cost-effective, modular timber construction system. The Longfu Life Experience Centre is the prototype and can be scaled down, enlarged or dismantled and relocated as required.
A workplace like a luxury flat: with the new office of the financial company Horsley Bridge Partners, the Huntsman Architectural Group has created a working environment in San Francisco that focusses on work-life integration.
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?
Le Monde Est à Vous the new Louis Vuitton campaign of the SS25 men’s collection by Pharrell Williams
Louis Vuitton presents the new ‘Le Monde Est à Vous’ campaign for Pharrell Williams’ Spring-Summer 2025 men’s collection. The setting is the Maison de l’UNESCO in Paris, whose impressive ambience already provided the stage for the fashion show in June 2024. The campaign picks up on the impressions staged there and unfolds them into a fascinating visual journey.
With The Scapegoat, Emma Kathleen Hepburn Ferrer presents her first solo exhibition at the renowned Sapar Contemporary Gallery in New York. From January 9 to February 15, 2025, the artist unveils a compelling body of work exploring the relationship between humans, animals, and nature, drawing upon the ancient myth of the scapegoat.
Pierattelli Architetture designed a flat to live in a perfect balance between seclusion and conviviality: a palette of neutral colours, bespoke furniture and reimagined proportions transform small dimensions into a harmonious scenario for everyday living.
Anselm Kiefer, one of the most important contemporary artists of our time, is known for his monumental works that interweave history, mythology and philosophy. His works are multi-layered explorations of human existence, memory and the weight of history. To truly understand his art, it is worth taking a look at his working process and the influences that have shaped him.