Philip Johnson’s Wolfhouse, in Newburgh, NY, hits the market for $2.9 million.
Philip Johnson’s mid-century modern Wolfhouse, perched above the Hudson River, is now on the market for $2.9 million. Restored in 2023, the three-bedroom home features floor-to-ceiling glass walls, an open layout, and a striking brick fireplace that anchors the living space. More than a residence, it’s a rare chance to own a meticulously preserved piece of modern architectural history.
An iPhone 17 Air is coming—but it won’t be Apple’s first all-wireless iPhone.
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air, which will release in September, hinges upon a slimmer design that balances premium and budget-friendly elements. Engineers faced significant challenges in reducing thickness without compromising battery life. While Apple explored making it entirely port-free, regulatory concerns—particularly in Europe—led to the decision to retain physical connectors for now.
Raymond Pettibon has donated his personal archive to the Getty Institute.
Raymond Pettibon has donated his personal archive—spanning handwritten notes, zine mockups, concert flyers, and screen-printed skateboard decks—to the Getty Research Institute in Los Angeles. Known for his punk-era flyers, album covers, as well as his ocean and surfing illustrations, Pettibon’s work explores culture, politics, and human nature. The acquisition secures his legacy, offering future scholars and artists insight into his distinctive visual and conceptual approach.
Rolex demand spawned Watches of Switzerland’s London retail expansion.
Global retail group Watches of Switzerland has opened a four-floor Rolex flagship in a landmarked building on London’s Old Bond Street. Now one of Europe’s largest Rolex boutiques, with the largest collection of new and preowned Rolex watches in the UK, the showroom took 72 weeks to transform from a Gucci store into a timepiece temple. Each floor is dedicated to a different service, with the first acting as an immersion into rare Rolex timepieces. Interior design nods to other Rolex boutiques, and the watches themselves—with a wall of stone featuring the same fluting found on the bezel of the Rolex Datejust
Changes to its vendor list and payment terms are casting Saks’ longevity into question.
Saks Global’s shift to a 90-day payment schedule and staggered payouts for unpaid bills has left many vendors, especially smaller ones, grappling with financial strain and uncertainty. Some brands fear for their survival as they await overdue payments, while others, despite frustrations, remain tethered to Saks, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman for their market reach and prestige. Meanwhile, the company is pushing to cut costs, secure financing, and streamline operations, all while vendors navigate the challenge of sustaining business under increasingly difficult terms.
Today’s attractive distractions:
At the Phoenix Art Museum, this late artist’s hyperrealistic miniatures live on.
A new book challenges a prevailing narrative surrounding Paul Gauguin.
An explainer on how art fairs court green collectors, in five minutes flat.
Fresh off of awards season wins and a J. Crew campaign, Adrien Brody is the face of Monos.
