Urban
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Frank Gehry’s Passing, a Memory from North Orange Drive
As Los Angeles reflects on the loss of Frank Gehry, I find myself returning to an unexpected place. A warehouse at 925 North Orange Drive where, in 2018, Jeffrey Deitch set the foundation for his renewed presence in the city. Watching that space take shape…
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Went to Riyadh for Business and Found the Future
A firsthand journey into Riyadh’s booming business scene, from major Saudi partnerships to tech innovation and cultural discovery.
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You Can’t Stop This Train: Backstage of the World’s First Bitcoin Art Metro
The world’s first Bitcoin art metro is alive. A moving cryptographic monument born between Bali, Switzerland, Japan and Brescia. You can’t stop this train.
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Metro Urban Museum, Peeta
I’ve always believed that public space is the most powerful—and most overlooked—canvas for cultural transformation. Not the sterile kind of culture locked behind velvet ropes, but something alive, integrated into our everyday lives. That was the path that took me to MUM – Metro Urban…
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The Grid Just Died: a Backpack to Stay Powered
Just imagine one day you wake up and the electricity grid is off, nothing works. The lights are cold. The fight is on, but you are ready.
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Taiwan: Where Tech Meets Tradition
We’ve been invited back to the Taiwan Technology X Culture Expo this year, and it feels like stepping onto familiar ground. We were here last year, but wow, what a transformation. The event has evolved into something even more engaging, polished, and immersive. This is…
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Touchdown in San Francisco: From the Alps to Silicon Valley
This September, our latest business journey took us from Munich to the city of opportunity itself, San Francisco. The direct flight gave me a chance to prep, but honestly, I was buzzing with excitement to dive back into the energy of California. There’s something unmatched…
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Giorgio Moroder House in Beverly Hills
Few people realize that Giorgio Moroder, the trailblazing genius behind disco, electronic music, and iconic film soundtracks, hails from South Tyrol—a fascinating crossroads where Italy, Austria, and Switzerland converge. His roots are as dynamic as his music, blending cultures and innovation. In Los Angeles, we…
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The Emotional Architecture of Luis Barragán
I’m inspired by a simple yet profound idea: our environments should resonate with our emotions, adapting to our needs in real-time. This isn’t a new concept—Luis Barragán, the iconic Mexican architect, was a master of what he called “emotional architecture.” Barragán designed spaces that didn’t…
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Twist Reality Over a River in Norway
An hour north of Oslo, a silver form twists mid-air over a dark Norwegian river. Part bridge, part museum, part sculpture.
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BMW Group Joins our Innovation Project in South Tyrol
In Bolzano lies NOI Techpark – where our European offices are hosted – the innovation district of South Tyrol where companies, research institutes, universities, and startups collaborate on pioneering projects and solutions inspired by nature in the Green, Food & Health, Digital, and Automotive /…
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Arsham’s Soul Gesture to Blind Friend: Venice’s Great Touching Moment
Renowned contemporary artist Daniel Arsham has once again astounded audiences with his latest exhibition, “VENICE 3024,” showcased at La Biennale in Venice. In a world where visual experiences often dominate, Arsham’s ability to transcend the purely visual captivates, offering a revelation for those willing to…