Architect Lina Ghotmeh has won the bid to revamp the Western Range of the British Museum.
Lina Ghotmeh will lead the redesign of the British Museum’s Western Range, a vast and aging section that houses many of its most famous objects. Known for her sensory-driven approach, she envisions an interconnected experience that highlights cultural narratives through thoughtful materials and spatial design. Her appointment reflects a shift toward collaboration and adaptability, as the museum seeks not just architectural transformation but a more inclusive and dynamic engagement with its collections.
The city of Paris is instituting carpooling on one of its most congested roads.
Paris has introduced a car-sharing lane on the Péripherique’s’s left-hand side for use during rush hours, requiring private vehicles to carry at least one passenger. The initiative aims to reduce pollution and ease congestion, following a similar plan to one used during the 2024 Olympics. While fines for violations will begin on May 1, the move has sparked political debate, with critics arguing it may worsen traffic instead of improving it.
Severance superfans are making architectural pilgrimages to the former Bell Labs research center.
Bell Works, once a cutting-edge research hub designed by Eero Saarinen known as Bell Labs, has become a magnet for Severance fans drawn to its role as Lumon’s headquarters. The real-life complex, now a thriving mixed-use space with offices, shops, and entertainment, stands in stark contrast to the show’s bleak corporate dystopia.
The Guggenheim has raised admissions prices and moved to lay off 20 staff members.
Facing financial strain, the Guggenheim Museum has cut 20 jobs—its third round of layoffs in five years—despite efforts to stabilize its budget through higher ticket prices and a trimmed exhibition schedule. While leadership and curatorial staff remain untouched, the museum’s heavy reliance on international tourism continues to pose challenges. Meanwhile, delays surrounding the long-awaited Guggenheim Abu Dhabi project and pushback from the museum’s union add further uncertainty to its future.
TEFAF, the art fair best known for its works by Old Masters, is making inroads with young collectors.
TEFAF Maastricht appears to be adapting to attract younger collectors by expanding its modern and contemporary art offerings, which now make up 30 percent of the fair. Organizers are also introducing digital innovations like an invitation-only “secret map” to guide emerging buyers and emphasizing cross-generational collecting. Even as the fair remains a hub for Old Masters, dealers report increased interest from under-45 patrons.
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