The Loewe Foundation announced the 30 artists shortlisted for its annual Craft Prize.
The Loewe Foundation revealed the 30 artists shortlisted for its 2025 Craft Prize, selected from more than 4,600 submissions spanning 133 countries. Their works, which push the boundaries of traditional craft through material innovation and artistic reinterpretation, will be exhibited at Madrid’s Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum from May 30 to June 29. A jury of leading designers, curators, and architects will announce the winner on May 29.
Following Sotheby’s Abu Dhabi opening, three ADQ financial authorities now sit on its board.
Sotheby’s restructured its board following a $1 billion investment from ADQ, granting three seats to executives tied to the Abu Dhabi-based sovereign wealth fund. This marks a significant shift in leadership, with Middle Eastern financial authorities gaining influence over the historically Western-led auction house.
Jean Nouvel will present his vision for the revamped Fondation Cartier building.
In May, Jean Nouvel will unveil his concept for the redesigned Fondation Cartier building through an exhibition at the Fondazione Giorgio Cini in Venice, coinciding with the 2025 Architecture Biennale. His vision is expected to transform a historic Haussmannian structure in Paris into a dynamic exhibition space with adaptable platforms, retractable ceilings, and shifting guardrails to integrate seamlessly into its surroundings. This showcase highlights Nouvel’s ongoing architectural experimentation with the institution, continuing a collaboration that began with his original glass-and-steel design in 1994.
Federal regulators approved a proposal to incentivize natural gas over renewable energy.
Federal regulators have approved a plan giving natural gas power plants an advantage in securing grid connections over renewable energy projects. The decision, aimed at addressing surging electricity demand from AI-driven data centers, allows 50 new plants—most likely natural gas—to bypass long wait times faced by wind and solar projects. Critics argue the move undermines clean energy efforts, while supporters claim it ensures a stable power supply as the grid faces unprecedented strain.
Word on the fashion streets is that Silvia Onofri is expected to take over as CEO of Miu Miu.
According to WWD, Silvia Onofri is expected to take the helm at Miu Miu following Benedetta Petruzzo’s move to Christian Dior Couture. Onofri, currently president of Napapijri, brings extensive experience from Bulgari and Bally, positioning her to lead Miu Miu through its record-breaking growth. With the brand’s retail revenues nearly doubling last year and expansion plans underway, her leadership will be pivotal in strengthening its global presence.
Today’s attractive distractions:
Jewelry meets high art in this gallerist and designer’s object collaboration.
This “lickable device” tries to imitate real tastes in virtual reality.
A $45 million lawsuit over two Monet paintings comes to a surprising end.
Like soccer? Like sneakers? Basically every major English team has its own Gazelle.
