Dark and cold months are a great time for introspection and germination of new ideas that will turn into new projects come spring. And where to find inspiration if not in Italy, an all-year-round destination for art lovers? Here I don’t mean only great masterpieces of the past, but also current exhibitions devoted to art, …
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Looking for amazing places to relax and admire greenery, when you're out on summer vacation or a city break in Europe? Here’s a Dreams & Design curated list of the most beautiful gardens of the Old Continent, which includes must-see botanical gems and historical landmarks in Italy, Spain, France, Denmark, Poland, Bulgaria and England.
Gentle light, Mediterranean flora and deep blue sea can only enhance visual sensations triggered off by great works of architecture. My recent holiday in Spain gave me the chance to admire two landmarks of contemporary architecture - La Muralla Roja by Ricardo Bofill and the City of Arts and Sciences by Santiago Calatrava. Read on …
This year we celebrate the centenary of the influential movement in architecture, art and design. One hundred years since its creation, the Bauhaus philosophy still defines what we consider modern and minimal and has significantly influenced our tastes in interiors, furniture and fashion. Here’s my selection of books, exhibitions and travel ideas that will give …
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