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Bugatti Pays Tribute to Tradition and Innovation With Baby II Tourbillon
Bugatti has once again redefined automotive artistry with the Bugatti Baby II Tourbillon Edition, crafted by Hedley Studios. This limited-edition miniature pays homage to Bugatti's latest V16 hybrid hyper sports car while celebrating over 115 years of heritage. Hand-built by artisans in Oxfordshire, UK, the Baby II Tourbillon blends historic craftsmanship with cutting-edge design, reflecting the evolution of the iconic Bugatti brand.Drawing inspiration from the legendary Bugatti Type 35, the Baby II features hand-beaten aluminum body panels, echoing the construction techniques of the original Grand Prix de Lyon race cars. Its aluminum dashboard is designed to eliminate glare, offering a nod to the precision of early Bugatti models. Modern touches include a battery gauge that replaces the t...
MANSORY Unveils the Pugnator: A Fully Decked Out Ferrari Purosangue
MANSORY has unveiled its boldest creation yet, the "Pugnator," a fully transformed version of the Ferrari Purosangue, limited to just seven examples. This Bavarian build showcases a remarkable fusion of power and modern design.The Pugnator, painted in a striking metallic red "Vermillion," features a full carbon fiber makeover, including a redesigned bonnet and extended bodywork. The carbon fiber add-ons are highlighted by bold air intakes and wheel arch vents, improving both aerodynamics and downforce. MANSORY’s signature"FC.5" lightweight forged rims further enhance the performance, offering increased steering precision and stability.Under the hood, the Pugnator boasts 755 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque, achieved through enhancements to the engine control unit and a new sports exhaust system....
Major James Turrell Exhibition to Open in France Next Month
Gagosian is set to unveil a new solo exhibition entitled At One by legendary Light and Space artist James Turrell at its Le Bourget location in France. The show is being hailed as the largest survey on Turrell's work in Europe over the past 25 years, and will present an array of early projection works, woodblock etchings, as well as several new installations, Ganzfeld, All Clear (2024) and Either Or (2024), the latter from his Wedgework series. Since the 1960s, Turrell, alongside fellow luminaries in Dan Flavin and Robert Irwin, shifted the paradigm on art by pivoting from traditional painterly modes of expression, in favor of utilizing light itself as both the conceptual and material basis to explore perceptions of space. Turrell was notably inspired by the Ganzfeld effect, the phenomena ...
World’s First AI Art Museum Set to Open
AI art pioneer Refik Anadol has just announced plans for the opening the world’s first artificial intelligence museum of the arts, DATALAND. Set to open in 2025 and dedicated to data visualization and algorithmic innovation, DATALAND will be housed at the Gehry-designed Grand LA — joining a band of landmark arts and culture institutions in Downtown Los Angeles, such as the Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles, the Broad, and the Walt Disney Concert Hall.“DATALAND welcomes people of all backgrounds with unparalleled experiences utilizing machine learning and the latest sensory and visualization technologies at a scale and quality never before realized,” the Refik Anadol Studio said in a recent statement. “In pursuit of its mission, DATALAND combines online access and learning platforms, a...
Mercedes-Benz Reveals Custom G-Class League of Legends Trophy Carrier
Mercedes-Benz has revealed a custom electric G-Class as the official Trophy Carrier for the 2024 League of Legends World Championship, marking an exciting collaboration with Riot Games. This year's competition spans three European cities — Berlin, Paris, and London — and culminates in the Final at London’s O2 Arena in November.The bespoke electric G-Class will transport the Summoner’s Cup, the tournament's championship trophy, across these locations. Customized through the Mercedes-Benz MANUFAKTUR program, the vehicle features details like the League of Legends Worlds logo embroidered on its headrests and a specially designed trunk module for secure transport of the trophy.As a long-standing partner of League of Legends Esports, Mercedes-Benz’s contribution extends beyond the Trophy Carrie...
Albrecht Dürer Engraving Destined for the Trash Sells for Thousands
Everyone's heard the idiom: "One man's trash is another man's treasure." But for Matt Winter, a 24-year-old from the small English town of Cranbrook, an unassuming etching destined for the waste bin just landed him $44,000 USD at auction. The artwork, Knight, Death and the Devil (1513–14), was recently deemed by experts as a museum-worthy original by the acclaimed German Renaissance painter Albrecht Dürer. Winter had originally obtained the engraving when he was 11 from a woman who was going to throw it in the trash. The exceptional level of detail caught his eye and after 13 years of holding on to it, he sought professional help for an appraisal. "It’s got so much detail to it, and something told me that’s worth something but I never really knew what," Winter said in a past interview. On ...
Bharti Kher’s Wraps Hayward Gallery in Supersized Bindis
Brightly-colored circles have consumed the eastern and southern facade of London’s Hayward Gallery, softening the building’s brutalist exterior. For her newest outdoor installation, British-Indian artist Bharti Kher examines the intersection of South Asian femininity, spirituality, and nature in a striking display of hue and form.Target Queen presents an array of vibrant concentric circles, measuring over three meters in diameter, that represent bindis, a powerful symbol used by South Asian women to denote a third eye. With a chimeric curiosity, Kher explores the spiritual and aesthetic meaning of bindis, a staple motif in her work since 1995. “Target Queen is a bold, vibrant, and powerful artwork that calls for greater representation of femininity and divinity, also as an exciting explora...
Visa Cash App RB Teams Up with HUGO for Fashion-Inspired F1 Livery
During this year's Singapore Grand Prix, Visa Cash App RB (VCARB) and fashion brand HUGO revealed Formula One's first fashion-inspired livery in over 30 years. The custom denim design, which pays tribute to HUGO’s iconic style, is the first of its kind since the famed "united colors" livery of Benetton in the 1990s.The collaboration goes beyond just the car. The VCARB garage was decked out in a denim theme, while drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda wore bespoke racing suits and HUGO outfits throughout the weekend. Ricciardo expressed excitement about pushing boundaries, stating "Over the years we’ve seen fashion brands join forces with F1 teams and drivers, especially when it comes to outfits, but never have we seen any of them take this step in full immersing themselves on track too...
Carlex Unveils Fiery G 63 “Fiamma G-Vintage”
Carlex Design has unvieled its latest creation, the G 63 "Fiamma G-Vintage." Inspired by the world of fashion and the raw power of fire, this custom Mercedes-Benz G 63 combines bold aesthetics with a rugged build.The vibrant orange hue, symbolizing the intensity of flames, is featured on the vehicle’s exterior. The striking color is not just a fashion statement but a reflection of individuality, often seen in high-end fashion collections. Inside, Carlex has crafted an interior with ember-colored accents, adding an energetic yet elegant touch that blends classic luxury with modern flair.Beyond its design, the G 63 Fiamma G-Vintage features raised and widened suspension, providing an elevated driving experience. Raised by 10 cm and widened by 4 cm on each side, this modification enhances the...
Porsche Design’s 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro to Restock?
While it made its official debut last year, Porsche Design's 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro, is making noise once again, with a post by Porsche Singapore indicating a possible restock or purchase availability.The limited-edition audio system is made from the original exhaust of the Porsche 992 GT3. Limited to just 500 pieces globally, this unique sound system blends luxury and high-performance engineering, delivering a 2.1.2 Virtual Surround Sound experience powered by 300 watts. Designed with multi-room streaming capabilities, the Soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD, Apple AirPlay 2 and Google Chromecast, ensuring seamless integration with modern audio systems.With Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and 4K-compatible HDMI ports, the 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro brings superior audio quality and versatility to an...
Macht Yoga meine Tochter zu einer Egoistin?
Haben Yoga-Retreats und ein veganes Leben das Mutter-Tochter-Verhältnis zerstört? Wie können die beiden wieder zusammenfinden? Julia Peirano macht einen Vorschlag.
FriendsWithYou and Case Studyo Release ‘BUDDY CHUB’ Cookie Jar
Samuel Borkson and Arturo Sandoval III's FriendsWithYou has just released their whimsical take on a kitchen classic. For BUDDY CHUB, a new limited edition cookie jar, the duo came together with Belgium-based brand Case Studyo to add a sense of fun into the everyday.At around 10 inches tall, the ceramic sculpture finds charm in its cute and bold design, as the two vessels are stacked on top of one another, two heads freckled in an array of bright-colored dots. The jar mirrors the playfulness of a matryoshka doll as its wide eyes and soft smiles conjure a feeling of childlike fun. This new release plays into the group’s larger mission of spreading positivity and magic through multi-scalar projects, blurring the lines between art and utility, as the sculpture seeks to spread love and friendsh...
