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The Studio Museum in Harlem Announces Reopening Next Fall
The Studio Museum in Harlem has just announced plans for the grand opening of its new 125th Street home. After closing in 2018 to embark on the multimillion-dollar expansion project, the building will welcome visitors next fall. The first exhibition will feature the work of late artist and activist Tom Lloyd, whose sculptures appeared in the museum’s inaugural show in 1968, staged at a rented Fifth Avenue loft.Designed by British architect David Adjaye, the 82,000-square-foot building will more than double the institution’s previous exhibition and public space across five stories. The structure features a theater, an education center, a studio for its artists in residence and a café, while the offices will make their way to the National Urban League’s new headquarters just across the stree...
Umfirmierung: Aus Lloyd Shoes wird Lloyd Lifestyle
Der neue Name soll Programm werden. Die Lloyd Shoes GmbH heißt ab sofort Lloyd Liefstyle GmbH. Die Umfirmierung soll den strategischen Wandel des Unternehmens unter dem neuen Eigentümer Arklyz AG bess ...
BMW Expands In-Car Entertainment with Paramount+ Partnership
BMW has partnered with Paramount+ to bring a range of entertainment options directly to its vehicles, enhancing the in-car experience for BMW and MINI drivers. Starting now, owners of current models with BMW or MINI Operating System 9 can stream a wide selection of movies, series and new originals from Paramount+ on their car’s control display while the vehicle is stationary.This collaboration allows customers to enjoy premium content during charging stops or breaks on long journeys. For safety, streaming is automatically disabled once the vehicle is in motion. Paramount+ is available as part of the BMW Digital Premium and MINI Connected Package and is launching in Austria, France, Germany, Italy, the UK, the USA and Switzerland.Subscribers can access hit shows like Star Trek: Discovery, h...
Ford Gives Its New Bronco a Retro Touch With the “Free Wheeling Package”
Ford is giving its new Bronco a retro touch with the Free Wheeling appearance package, bringing bold colors to its iconic off-roader. Inspired by the Free Wheeling trucks, vans and Broncos of the late 1970s and early 1980s, this package offers a modern twist on a classic look.The new Free Wheeling package pays homage to its roots by incorporating the same vibrant red, orange and yellow graphics that defined Ford's original Free Wheeling lineup. Available as an option for the Big Bend trim, the package features reflective stripes on the body sides, silver door handles and an Iconic Silver grille adorned with a distinctive "BRONCO" wordmark outlined in red with a white center."Bronco has always been about fun and capability since day one, and Free Wheeling’s looks kick that up a notch with i...
London’s Cadogan Gallery Has a New Flagship Space
Cadogan Gallery has a new home and to celebrate, the London-based gallery has unveiled one of its largest group exhibitions to date. Eponymously titled Cadogan Gallery: A Group Exhibition, the show presents 21 artists spanning sculpture, painting and textiles, each telling a story of the gallery, from past, present to future.Christopher Burness started Cadogan Gallery in 1980 in a small building he lived in on Pont Street, which doubled as the office for his book publishing business. After convincing his friend Rafael Valls to lend him some paintings, he began exhibiting work on the ground floor, opening the door to leagues of artists to do the same since.Christopher's kids, Freddie and Katie Burness, have upheld this legacy over 40 years later, with a continued focus on contemporary abstr...
Steven Harrington and Good Art HLYWD Release Halloween-Inspired Drip
Steven Harrington is taking his love for Halloween and casting it in Sterling silver through a new collaboration with Good Art HLYWD. As the second release between the two, the Los Angeles-based artist is dropping a series of intricate jewelry pieces featuring bats, pumpkins and skeleton characters, all hand-crafted with Harrington's psychedelic sensibilities in mind. Founded by Josh Warner in 1990, Good Art HLYWD specializes in creating luxurious bracelets, chains, clips and bespoke items made in Sterling silver, gold and other precious metals and gemstones. The boutique label facilitates all aspects of jewelry production within its LA-based building, from casting and melting alloys to fine-tuning every detail to the marketing, resulting in unique statement pieces featuring bespoke lockin...
Hypedrive and Jeff Staple Are Throwing Their First Ever “Cars & Kicks” Event
Hypedrive, the automotive arm of Hypebeast, is set to throw its next physical activation event – "Cars & Kicks." The night is in conjunction with both Jeff Staple – designer and founder of legendary streetwear label STAPLE – and premier Los Angeles automotive social club The Motoring Club. "Cars & Kicks" is to celebrate the thriving subcultures found within both automotive and sneaker culture, sharing the stories behind the collectors and their collections, while inviting newcomers to both genres through exploration and discovery. During the event, a rare pairing of both highly coveted sneakers and cars will be on display from curated collectors, diving deeper into their passionate collections. Guests will also be invited to show off their cars and sneakers as well, with food, drin...
Art Collective FriendsWithYou Presents a New System of “Myths”
FriendsWithYou is a two-person art collaboration between Samuel Borkson from Miami, Florida and Arturo Sandoval III from Havana, Cuba. Their partnership started in 2002, and have been creating “new relationships” based on the keywords “magic,” “luck,” and “friendship.” Their work is based on the theme of relational aesthetics and aims to help us connect with ourselves, others and nature, and to build community.Borkson and Sandoval’s artistic practice includes immersive installations, sculptures, paintings, animations and live performances. In 2018, FriendsWithYou designed the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, and in 2022, the duo created a giant steel sculpture titled “Starchild” for the City of Miami Beach, which was recognized as a permanent artwork by the city.For the mon...
Parra and Avant Arte Reunite to Release a Pair of New Prints
Piet Parra is reuniting with London-based studio Avant Arte to release three new limited edition prints. The loose figurations in each composition is inspired by the drawings of Willem Janssen, a lesser known Dutch artist who had a big impact on Parra during his formative years, evident in the playful curvature employed in both Parra and Janssen's respective work. LOST KEYS depicts a trio of female subjects that harks to a beach scene that Parra's father once painted. The artwork's title is inspired by a song of the same name from MICH, a band that Parra plays in, as well as the sandy dunes that the artist would cycle through in Amsterdam. FOUR WALLS is devoid of a setting, depicting three women who blend into together, referencing an after-hours party, where time and place become blurred....
Mercedes-Benz Teases First VAN.EA Prototypes
Mercedes-Benz has taken the next step in its electrification strategy with the unveiling of its first "VAN.EA"(Van Electric Architecture) prototypes. These prototypes represent the future of the company's medium and large vans, all of which will be based on the modular and scalable VAN.EA platform.The VAN.EA platform is designed to offer versatility, supporting both luxury private vans and premium commercial models. It allows for a range of configurations, from family vans and VIP shuttles to high-end, spacious limousines, catering to the needs of both private and business customers.Set to be equipped with the most up-to-date technology, all vehicles based on VAN.EA will feature the latest Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), an 800-volt charging system and a 22 kW AC charger. They will...
The New MINI Cooper S Convertible Makes Its Debut
MINI has unveiled its latest model, the MINI Cooper S Convertible, bringing a blend of iconic design and modern technology to the open-top driving experience.The standout feature of the MINI Cooper S Convertible is its fully automatic soft top, which opens in just 18 seconds, even at speeds up to 18 mph. The roof can also be used as a sunroof, offering versatility for various weather conditions. The convertible’s compact design is complemented by signature details like round LED headlights and a redesigned front grille, giving it a modern yet familiar MINI look.Under the hood, the MINI Cooper S Convertible is powered by a four-cylinder engine, delivering 204 hp and offering acceleration of 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds. The signature go-kart-like driving feel, combined with advanced suspensio...
Rolls-Royce Unveils New Black Badge Ghost Series II
Rolls-Royce has unveiled the all-new Ghost Series II, with a range of three different variants. The crown of this new lineup is the Black Badge Ghost Series II, an evolution of its driver-focused luxury car that combines power, agility and bespoke design.At the heart of the Black Badge Ghost Series II is a 6.75L twin-turbocharged V12 engine, delivering enhanced power and torque. This model is equipped with all-wheel drive, all-wheel steering and the advanced Black Badge Planar Suspension System, for a smooth yet responsive ride. Its 22-inch part-polished, seven-spoke forged wheels and darkened exterior elements, including the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy and Pantheon Grille, give it a bold presence on the road.Inside, the Black Badge Ghost Series II features cutting-edge craftsmanship with a T...
