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Barry McGee’s Secret Basement Show Champions Community Art
Barry McGee’s ethos shines through in Cherry Picking, a new underground exhibition hosted in the basement of The Hole’s Tribeca gallery. Running through January 14-30, the show brings together a vibrant mix of McGee’s paintings, sculptures, and an array of collected works contributed by friends and even strangers.In a 2024 interview with KQED, McGee reflected on his love for group shows: “I like the way it looks when you have all that different visual energy in one room, sitting next to each other. It feels healing to have that much visual information in a room. It feels warm and inclusive.” This sentiment is central to Cherry Picking, where the unconventional setting mirrors McGee’s celebrated community-oriented approach.The exhibition boldly rejects the sterile “white cube” format, embra...
L’OBJET and Ruan Hoffmann Redefine Luxury in Home Décor & Fragrance Collaboration
L’OBJET proudly unveils its latest collaboration with celebrated South African artist Ruan Hoffmann, blending art and design into an exceptional collection of home décor and fragrance. Known for his thought-provoking and witty creations, Hoffmann’s artistic vision brings a unique charm to this partnership, resulting in functional yet visually stunning pieces.The collection features striking items, each showcasing L’OBJET’s renowned craftsmanship. Highlights include the BURNING DESIRE candle, infused with the brand’s signature vetivert fragrance and adorned with a striking royal blue garland design accented in gold. The large MASK candle adds a touch of elegance with its sleek gold mask-like cover, while the I CAN STILL SMELL YOU diffuser, with its bold smoky eye design and matching royal b...
Kreative Lifestyle-Objekte: Trends in den Einkaufsstraßen
Kreative Sammelobjekte erleben gerade einen riesigen Hype. Überall in den Metropolen kannst du sie entdecken – in Schaufenstern, Galerien oder als Highlight in privaten Wohnungen. Sie verwischen die G ...
With Love, Meghan: Darum muss die neue Netflix-Show verschoben werden
Mit einer neuen Lifestyle-Show gibt Netflix Einblick in das Wirken von Meghan, Herzogin von Sussex. Warum der Start der neuen Show verschoben werden musste, erklären wir euch hier.
White Cube Seoul Opens ‘Immersions’ by Tunji Adeniyi-Jones
White Cube Gallery in Seoul is debuting a new showcase of paintings by Tunji Adeniyi-Jones in a solo exhibition entitled Immersions, now on view until February 22, 2025. Born in the UK and now based in New York, Adeniyi-Jones’ works emerge from a perspective described as “cultural addition, combination and collaboration,” evoking fantasy and diasporic narratives in equal breath.Drawing inspiration from his Yoruba heritage, the artist explores themes of African subjecthood, diasporic identity and autonomy through a dialogue of figuration and abstraction. Highly stylized, genderless figures envelope the canvases in expressive gestures of dance. Rendered in flowing lines inspired by Yoruba practices of scarification and body painting, these forms enter a liminal plane, existing as symbols, de...
‘PARIS RUE’ is a Rare Glimpse of the World Through the Eyes of John Chamberlain
The John Chamberlain Estate teamed up with 1stDibs for the release of PARIS RUE, an online sale of works by the late American artist John Chamberlain. With a focus on lesser known aspects of his life and work, the sale features a selection of rare photographs, inks on canvas and a sculpture created during his extensive stays in Paris.While the artist is best known for his iconic metal sculptures created out of automobile steel, he explored a wide variety of mediums and techniques over the course of his six-decade-long career, staying true to his love for experimentation. Chamberlain began to explore photography in the late 1960s, and in 1977, his close friend and fellow sculptor Larry Bell gifted him a Widelux camera. Prior to his passing in 2011, Chamberlain spent the last decade of his l...
The World’s Oldest Motorcycle Brand, Royal Enfield, Announces Its First Electric Bike
Royal Enfield, the world's oldest motorcycle brand, is entering the electric vehicle (EV) era, announcing its first ever electric motorbike – the Flying Flea.The Indian motorcycle company – originally founded in England in 1901 – has teamed up with technology giant Qualcomm to create a custom version of the chipmaker's "Car-to-Cloud Platform" operating system for bikes, resulting in an experience designed around and focused entirely on two-wheelers. The partnership between Royal Enfield and Qualcomm will also see the launch of a brand new chip, the Snapdragon QWM2290, which makes its debut in the Flying Flea.During a roundtable at CES 2025, Royal Enfield's Mario Alvisi told Hypebeast that the partnership between the two brands is the "perfect marriage between authentic design and cutting e...
Toyota Gave the GR Yaris a Spotlight at Tokyo Auto Salon 2025
At Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, Toyota showcased three standout iterations of the GR Yaris, each representing a unique vision for performance and innovation — namely the GR Yaris (NÜR 24h), M Concept and Aero Package Prototype.The GR Yaris NÜR 24h makrs Toyota's return to the Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance race after a six-year hiatus. Equipped with the newly developed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission, this race-ready model will compete under the newly united TOYOTA GAZOO ROOKIE Racing (TGRR) team. The GR Yaris underwent rigorous testing on roads in Japan and the famed Nürburgring circuit throughout 2024, underscoring Toyota's commitment to honing both cars and drivers for extreme racing conditions.Pushing the GR Yaris platform even further, Toyota unveiled the GR Yaris M Concept. Feat...
Tesla Reveals 2025 Updated Version of the Model Y Juniper
Tesla has unveiled the 2025 updated version of its Model Y Juniper. The highly anticipated release has debuted quietly on its Chinese consumer site, giving global fans a look at the refreshed EV. The Model Y receives both a facelift and new tech specs as it leans into the futuristic Cybercab aesthetic. The redesigned "Juniper" is expected to be quieter, quicker and even more smooth than its predecessor, making it a significant upgrade from the original. At a first glance, the exterior sees a noticeable makeover, mainly the redesigned nose that now features split headlights and a full-length wide LED light bar reminiscent of the Cybertruck. The bumper also seems to take design notes from the Model 3 Highland where the slim side intakes are added. The hood-mounted Tesla moniker appears to ha...
Honda Removes One of The Type R’s Most Iconic Elements
Honda has introduced a new twist to its Civic Type R lineup with the launch of the "Racing Black Package," unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025. The update sees the vehicle's iconic red seats swapped out for a set of sleek black ones dressed in Lux/ultra suede.The Civic Type R has been synonymous with red seats, a hallmark of Honda’s racing spirit, since the model’s inception. However, the Racing Black Package marks a departure from tradition, aiming for a more understated yet sophisticated look. Black ultrasuede upholstery extends across the dashboard and door linings, while subtle silver and black pinstripe accents are featured on the air conditioning controls and power window switch panels.While certainly a style choice, the black interior also serves a practical purpose, by minimizing...
Mazda Unveils Euro Spec MAZDA6e
Mazda has announced the debut of the MAZDA6e, its latest all-electric sedan, at the Brussels Motor Show 2025. Tailored for European customers, the MAZDA6e is set to hit showrooms this summer, combining Mazda’s craftsmanship with modern EV tech.Inspired by and built on the foundation of the MAZDA EZ-6, which debuted in Beijing last year, the MAZDA6e is designed to provide optionality as Europe turns towards electrification. Developed in partnership with Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd., a collaborator of 20 years, the sedan offers a blend of design, driving performance and smart functionality.The MAZDA6e features sleek coupe-inspired styling, measuring 193.7 inches long, 74.4 inches wide and 58.7 inches high, with a wheelbase of 114 inches. Its minimalist design complements the modern...
Subaru Unveils “STI Complete Car S210 Prototype”
Subaru has revealed its latest high-performance creation, the STI S210 prototype, showcasing cutting-edge engineering inspired by its Nürburgring 24-Hour Race exploits. Unveiled at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon, the S210 combines race-proven technology with driver-focused enhancements, designed to provide exciting maneuverability and power.The S210's core is its FA24 2.4L turbocharged flat-four engine, producing 300 hp. Advanced intake and exhaust systems, including a newly designed air cleaner and a low-pressure muffler with cannonball-shaped chambers, optimize performance. A specially tuned ECU ensures seamless torque delivery, aimed at providing confidence and control across driving scenarios.Marking a first for the S-series, the Subaru Performance Transmission complements the engine’s outp...
