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Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama debuts 'Purple Hibiscus' at the Barbican, a reference to the site's material history

Archinect

The Barbican has debuted a new large-scale public art installation from Ghanaian-born artist Ibrahim Mahama. His site-specific piece Purple Hibiscus, named in reference to the 2003 novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, is installed on the facade of the Barbican’s central Lakeside Terrace.

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Experience 12 interactive, site-specific installations at Sydney Contemporary

Habitus Living

Exhibited throughout Carriageworks, the aim of Installation Contemporary is to showcase works that extend beyond the traditional booth presentation. As such, it affords an opportunity to experience innovative, site-specific, and interactive installations within the unique architecture of Carriageworks. Presented by MARS Gallery.

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Marjan van Aubel unveils "even more reflective and immersive" solar-powered installation

Deezen

Dutch designer Marjan van Aubel has exhibited a solar-powered installation in collaboration with car brand Lexus at this year's Milan design week. The installation is showcased in the garden at Superstudio "In my ideal future, the future is solar-powered," Marjan van Aubel told Dezeen.

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Edoardo Tresoldi's installation 'Monumento' opens the Chipperfield-restored Procuratie Vecchie with a timely message on fragility

Archinect

To coincide with the long-awaited public opening of Venice’s iconic Procuratie Vecchie, Italian artist Edoardo Tresoldi has produced an installation that helps highlight the mission and function of its newly reclaimed space.

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old meets new at nilufar gallery installation during NOMAD st. moritz 2024

designboom

moritz with an installation that merges vintage and contemporary pieces with diverse styles and materials. The post old meets new at nilufar gallery installation during NOMAD st. nilufar returns to NOMAD st. moritz 2024 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Gallery Collectional exhibition spotlights contemporary Asian craftsmanship

Deezen

"They delve into the dynamic interplay of light and shadow, the relentless passage of time, and the subtle balance between ruggedness and sophistication, encapsulating the essence of contemporary urban life and inspiring our collective vision for the future." Urban Fabric is on show at Gallery Collectional in Dubai from 2 to 31 March 2024.

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We Asked the Experts How to Choose the Best Kitchen Countertop Material

Dwell

No matter how grand your renovation vision is, remodeling your kitchen can’t begin without choosing a countertop material. But knowing how often your kitchen counter will be used will help narrow down your choices to the most durable, cost-efficient, and best-looking materials to install into your home.