The Thomas Phifer and Partners–designed Warsaw MoMA has opened its doors.
The Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw, designed by Thomas Phifer and Partners, has opened in Plac Defilad. The striking, light-filled structure contrasts the neighboring Soviet-era Palace of Culture and Science. Its inaugural exhibition, “The Impermanent: Four Takes on the Collection,” presents a sweeping exploration of post-war and contemporary art, engaging with themes of politics, consumerism, spirituality, and modernism’s legacy. With more than 48,000 square feet of exhibition space, a 150-seat theater, and a seamless connection to the city, the museum cements its role as a cultural hub in Warsaw.
After a fraught asset sale, Joann Fabrics is going out of business and closing all stores.
After 82 years, Joann Fabrics is shutting down all stores following a turbulent bankruptcy and asset sale to GA Group. The retailer, once a cornerstone for crafters and sewing enthusiasts, will liquidate its remaining inventory through going-out-of-business sales before ceasing operations. Its closure marks the end of a beloved community hub, highlighting the continued struggles of traditional retail in the face of shifting consumer habits.
Toyota’s new fuel cell system is making big strides toward hydrogen-based power.
Toyota’s third-generation fuel cell system marks a major step toward hydrogen-powered commercial transportation, offering twice the durability and 20 percent greater fuel efficiency than its predecessor. Designed for heavy-duty trucks, buses, and even rail and maritime applications, the system enhances cruising range while reducing maintenance costs. Set for commercial launch by 2026, the system demonstrates Toyota’s push for a hydrogen energy-based future across Japan, Europe, North America, and China.
With its revamp of the Poughkeepsie Cistern, MASS redefines the ‘underground arts scene.’
MASS Design Group has repurposed a decommissioned three-million-gallon water tank in Poughkeepsie, New York, into a striking underground arts venue. With its vaulted ceilings, scalloped floors, and remarkable acoustics, the century-old cistern hosted four performances in 2024 and recently secured a National Endowment for the Arts grant. Now, MASS is working to establish a long-term operating plan and raise $6 million to ensure the space becomes a permanent cultural landmark.
René Magritte’s La Reconnaissance Infinie will headline Christie’s Surrealism sale to the tune of $11 million.
René Magritte’s La Reconnaissance Infinie (1933) will headline Christie’s The Art of the Surreal sale in London on March 5, with an estimated price of up to $11.3 million—marking a significant rise from its last auction in 2004. The painting, featuring a mysterious floating orb with a suited figure atop, embodies key motifs from Magritte’s Surrealist period in Paris, where he developed his signature visual language.
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