Art & Collectibles Contemporary art: Interview with Wildrik Batjes, director and partner of the MSK Eastside Gallery Wildrik Batjes is a Director and Partner of the MSK Eastside Gallery. Since its establishment, MSK Eastside Gallery has identified and cultivated the careers of visionary Moscow-based artists. The gallery has built a reputation for supporting and discovering artists working across disciplines, from painting to graffiti writing, with a By Elena Gunderina • 5 min read
Photo by Amr Taha™ / Unsplash Product design From Recycled Plastics to Timeless Stone: 2024 Material Trends As we step into 2024, the realm of interior design is evolving to embrace materials that not only exude luxury and sophistication but also prioritize sustainability and efficiency. Architects and designers are increasingly selecting high-value materials and finishes that are durable and adaptable to modern, hybrid lifestyles. Here are By Natalia Nova • 3 min read
Photo by shche_ team / Unsplash Design Trends Luxury Bedroom Trends The bedroom is a place to relax and replenish energy. It serves as a certain "place of power" in your home. Naturally, in a luxury home, the bedroom should also be special. It is the place that most reflects your personality and unique style. 1. Nature-Inspired Themes By Natalia Nova • 2 min read
Yayoi Kusama Art & Collectibles The World's Most Captivating Sculptures and Artworks The art world in 2024 showcased groundbreaking sculptures and installations, blending innovative techniques and profound themes. Here are some of the most captivating and discussed pieces from major events. Yayoi Kusama - Aspiring to Pumpkin’s Love, the Love in my Heart: This massive sculpture, consisting of two interconnected bronze pumpkins By IP Staff • 4 min read
Design Trends The Top Luxury Home Trends 2024 Home is an extension of its owner and it reflects personality, taste, and style. Luxury homes are often called dream homes for a reason - they come with extraordinarily lush features, like rare types of marble and granite (these materials are commonly used for countertops, flooring, and bathroom finishes, providing a By Natalia Nova • 3 min read
Interiors Centre Pompidou 2030: A Visionary Transformation by Moreau Kusunoki and Frida Escobedo The renovation project of the Centre Pompidou led by architecture studios Moreau Kusunoki and Frida Escobedo, in collaboration with French studio AIA Life Designers, promises to redefine the cultural and communal landscape of Paris. The design focuses on reinforcing visual porosity and enhancing physical connections among various sections, transforming the By IP Staff • 2 min read
gubi.com Interiors Designing for Wellness: The Mental Health Effects of Interior Spaces Has this ever happened to you - you enter someone's house or apartment and immediately feel as cozy, warm, and comfortable as possible? Perhaps the whole room is flooded with light and filled with plants, photo frames, and paintings hang on the walls, and grandmother's dishes are By IP Staff • 5 min read
Art & Collectibles Pietro Franceschini about art and inspiration “I am keen on monochromatic palettes - either it is grey or shocking green” - Pietro Franceschini Pietro Franceschini, an architect and designer based in Milan and New York, blends contemporary design with classical Italian sensibility. His furniture is characterized by its irreverence and emotional impact, merging playful energy with sophisticated, timeless By Elena Gunderina • 3 min read
Architecture Combating Urban Heat Islands in the UAE through Passive Design Strategies As global temperatures rise, the urban heat island (UHI) effect becomes increasingly pronounced, especially in hot climates like those of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). These climates, characterized by high temperatures, low humidity, and scarce rainfall, pose unique challenges for building design and urban planning. To address these challenges, buildings By IP Staff • 3 min read
Interiors Designing Dreams: Aliya Khalfetdinova Discusses Trends, Timelessness, and Client-Centered Design Aliya Khalfetdinova, founder of AX INTERIORS, has been transforming living spaces worldwide for over five years. In this interview, she shares her insights on modern minimalism, timeless design, and the importance of client collaboration in creating elegant, functional, and technologically advanced interiors. AX INTERIORS studio has completed projects in many By IP Staff • 3 min read
flos.com Interiors Black is Always a Good Idea Black is classic, ageless, timeless, bold, stylish, and sophisticated – a color that never goes out of fashion. Let's remember some quotes about the color black: "I love black because it affirms, designs, and styles. A woman in a black dress is a pencil stroke." -Yves Saint By Natalia Nova • 2 min read
Jewelry Lux and Bouji: jewellery gifts for HER Choosing a gift is, perhaps, the most difficult and energy-consuming task. But everything is much simpler if you choose this gift for your beloved woman - mother, lover or sister. After all, as the legendary song says: “Diamonds Are Girls' Best Friends”. And to make it even easier for By Liza Epifanova • 4 min read
