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Eythos and the New Era of Sustainable Art Logistics
The spectacle of a global art fair often masks the myriad of environmental implications. From the massive wooden crates to carbon-heavy air freighters moving invaluable pieces across the globe, the "high-emission" reputation of art logistics has long been the industry's open secret. Enter Eythos.With a footprint that stretches from Hong Kong to Seoul, art logistics for Eythos isn't only about moving masterpieces. They aim to redesign the very framework of cultural exchange, with Rudy Bottin, Head of Sustainability, leading this charge. His work is rooted in the belief that in order for art to be truly timeless, its journey has to be sustainable. Bottin and his team have pioneered a "slow logistics" approach, "The larger and/or heavier the shipment is, the bigger the saving is with seafreig...
How Landlocked Madrid Became a Seafood Capital
How did Madrid, with no coastline, become one of Europe’s most reliable cities for exceptional seafood? The post How Landlocked Madrid<br> Became a Seafood Capital appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.
2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X Revealed
SummaryChevrolet introduces the 2027 Corvette Grand Sport and the hybrid all-wheel-drive Grand Sport XBoth models debut the new 6.7-liter naturally aspirated LS6 V-8 engine producing 535 horsepowerThe Grand Sport X replaces the E-Ray and boosts total output to 721 horsepower with an added electric motorChevrolet has officially revived the iconic Grand Sport nameplate for the 2027 model year, introducing two new additions to the C8 Corvette lineup. Slotted between the base Stingray and the track-focused Z06, the rear-wheel-drive Grand Sport and the all-wheel-drive Grand Sport X feature wider bodywork, upgraded suspension, and bigger brakes inherited from the Z06 and ZR1 models.At the heart of both new Corvettes is the debut of a next-generation 6.7-liter LS6 V-8 engine. Replacing the outgoi...
Nicht das Lächeln! So wirken Sie in 1 Min sympathischer
Kleine Tricks, große Wirkung: In nur einer Minute können Sie Ihre Ausstrahlung so verändern, dass andere Sie sofort als sympathisch wahrnehmen ...
The Rolls-Royce Cullinan Yachting Collection Channels Cardinal Seas
SummaryRolls-Royce revealed the ultra-limited Cullinan Yachting collection featuring four bespoke SUVs inspired by the cardinal points of a compassEach commissioned vehicle showcases unique nautical design elements, including marine-grade teak detailing and exterior colors reflecting varying ocean climatesThe mechanicals remain unchanged, with each yacht-inspired Cullinan retaining the standard 6.75-liter twin-turbo V12 engineRolls-Royce just dropped the Cullinan Yachting collection, an ultra-exclusive lineup of four bespoke SUVs merging asphalt dominance with high-seas luxury. Tailored as Private Commissions, each heavy-hitting vehicle is distinctly styled to represent a cardinal point on the compass—North, South, East, and West. "North" hits with a frosty Crystal over Light Blue exterior...
The Fix: Toronto with Ivy Knight
The Canadian writer, filmmaker, and former line cook gives her tips for where to eat (and drink and sleep and see art) in what might be the world’s most diverse food city. The post The Fix: Toronto<br> with Ivy Knight appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.
Zayed National Museum Is Where History and Technology Converge
Zayed National Museum is the latest museum to open in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District. Following the successful opening of the neighboring Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, the new educational hub brings the UAE’s history and culture to the forefront through six interactive galleries housed within the Foster + Partners-designed building. The use of interactive technology throughout isn't just an add-on to the museum’s structure. With each section telling stories from the region’s 300,000 year history to the present day, Zayed National Museum uses audiovisual and sensory elements to tie the exhibits together, making for an immersive experience from the moment you walk through the doors. Alongside its multi-screen rooms, large touchscreens and ambient soundscapes referencing the regio...
The BMW Art Car Still Sets the Pace
Robert Rauschenberg famously dreamed of a world filled with "mobile museums" — a vision he realized when he transformed the BMW 635CSi into a rolling masterpiece for the BMW Art Car program. Decades later, his innovative blueprint remains as relevant as it was 40 years ago. In a fitting centennial tribute, BMW is presenting his Art Car at Art Basel Hong Kong 2026, marking the masterpiece’s first-ever appearance in Asia.The BMW Art Car program we know now has undergone a few changes in the last four decades. Today, the process is governed by an international jury of esteemed museum directors; while BMW throws a vehicle model in the ring, the choice of the artist remains entirely in the hands of the experts, bringing a different energy than the ‘80s. “There was a time in the ‘80s when we emp...
Rong Bao’s Strange Inflatable Sculptures Take the Edge Off
Rong Bao inflates the absurdities of contemporary life until they're impossible to ignore. The London-based artist pokes holes in the facade of productivity through alien-esque installations and kinetic sculptures, creating playgrounds of sensory rebellion in the cracks of comfort.Originally trained in painting and drawing, Bao didn't break into sculpture until university. She studied Public Sculpture at the China Academy of Art, and the School at the Art Institute of Chicago later on. After her stateside stint, she took to London to pursue an MA at the Royal College of Art. A year after graduating, at just 28, the artist locked in her first solo at none other than Saatchi Gallery, making history as the first Chinese woman to hold a solo show at the institution.Bao's work rests in the bord...
Petra Collins’ ‘STAR’ Unpacks the Horrors of Pop Stardom
SummaryRenowned photographer and director Petra Collins is releasing a new book, STAR, with Rizzoli on April 14The project follows fictional pop icons and their obsessive fansFor her most cinematic series to date, Collins has also confirmed an upcoming feature film in a recent interviewCanadian photographer Petra Collins has announced the release of STAR, her next photo book with Rizzoli, arriving on April 14.Her most narrative project yet, the five-chapter journey follows two fictional pop icons, Ashley and Siren8, as they navigate the throes of fame and the fine line between fans and stalkers. Here, Collins taps into her filmmaking roots as she captures obsession turned to violence, admiration to surveillance and a life in the public eye proving that all that glitters is not gold.For ful...
Art Central Hong Kong 2026: A Global Convergence of Discovery and Digital Culture
SummaryArt Central 2026 hosts its largest edition with 117 galleries and 500+ artists from 50+ countriesHighlights include Central Stage, the Neo sector and large-scale Yi Tai installationsThe fair runs through March 29, 2026 at Central Harbourfront in Hong KongArt Central has returned to its iconic Central Harbourfront home for its eleventh and largest edition to date. As a foundational pillar of Hong Kong Art Month, the 2026 fair presents a global lineup of 117 galleries and over 500 artists from more than 50 countries and regions. This year’s curation remains deeply committed to the local arts ecosystem, with 30% of presentations featuring Hong Kong-based talent and 85% representing the broader Asia-Pacific region.A major highlight of this edition is the debut of Central Stage, a curate...
Ayako Rokkaku on ‘THE ISLAND – ONIGASHIMA’ and Creating Happiness From Within
During Hong Kong’s High Art Week, the LANDMARK Atrium has been transformed by the arrival of Ayako Rokkaku’s THE ISLAND – ONIGASHIMA. The Japanese artist has staged a sprawling intervention within the iconic mall, replacing its usual high-gloss atmosphere with an organic topography of kawaii figures, undulating forms and soft fabrics. Situated in the heart of Central, the open-space atrium has long served as a premier canvas for grand-scale artistic installations, yet this unveiling marks a significant milestone: it's Rokkaku’s first solo showcase in Hong Kong and her largest installation worldwide within a commercial environment.The heartbeat of the project lies in a geographic kinship between Hong Kong and Japan. Recognizing their shared island identities, Rokkaku looked toward Onigashim...
