Pop Culture How TikTok Turned a Hidden Art Historical Gem Into the Hottest Selfie Spot in Rome The jury's still out on whether TikTok fame is harmful or helpful. By Vittoria Benzine, 2 days ago
Art World Frank Lloyd Wright Skyscraper Sale Hits Another Snag Price Tower has been mired in controversy for months. By Richard Whiddington, 2 days ago
Art World How the Flatiron Building Went From a Presumed Folly to an Architectural Treasure The now-iconic building was initially met with reservation and criticism. By Sofia Hallström, Nov 16, 2024
Art World Tourists Dismayed as Rome’s Trevi Fountain Runs Dry During Cleaning: ‘Shattered Memories!’ A popular Roman ritual is a little underwhelming these days. By Sarah Cascone, Nov 6, 2024
Art History The Surprisingly Artful History Behind the Garden Gnome The motif has inspired everyone from Jacques Callot to Paul McCarthy. By J. Cabelle Ahn, Oct 26, 2024
Archaeology & History Asheville’s Biltmore Estate, America’s Grandest Mansion, Is Trending. Here’s How It Came to Be The shining example of Chateauesque architecture is situated on 8,000 acres of pristine land. By Tim Brinkhof, Oct 23, 2024
Law & Politics Frank Lloyd Wright Skyscraper Owner Sues Over Halted Sale The only skyscraper Wright built has been mired in controversy for months. By Richard Whiddington, Oct 23, 2024
Art World Blueprint: Frank Gehry’s Dream House Really Pissed Off His Neighbors Fellow residents initially considered his Santa Monica home to be an eyesore. By Tim Brinkhof, Oct 20, 2024
Art World Blueprint: How Frank Lloyd Wright Landed a Building Over a Waterfall The architect defied engineering odds when he built Fallingwater. By Min Chen, Oct 13, 2024
Art World The Controversial Auction of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Only Skyscraper Hits a Roadblock The 19-story tower in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, was originally designed for a Manhattan site. By Richard Whiddington, Oct 7, 2024
Art World Philip Johnson’s Storied First House Is Back On the Market The architect designed this structure just before his infamous Glass House. By Vittoria Benzine, Sep 28, 2024
Art World Maison Ruinart Transforms Its Centuries-Old Home Into a Premier Art and Design Destination Next month, the venerable luxury champagne maison reopens its historic home in Reims, France. The renovation blends tradition with modern design and plenty of art. By Adnan Qiblawi, Sep 25, 2024
Art World Art Bites: How One Man’s Handmade Architectural Marvel Altered the L.A. Skyline The Watts Towers, were constructed from scrap metal and found objects. The spires are architectural marvels and monumental testaments of human ingenuity, outsider art, and vision. By Adnan Qiblawi, Sep 15, 2024
Art World The History of the Grand Palais in 7 Groundbreaking Exhibitions In its over 130 year history, the beaux-arts landmark in Paris has hosted iconic art exhibitions by Picasso, Richard Serra, the Fauves, and more. By J. Cabelle Ahn, Sep 11, 2024
Art World Roy Lichtenstein’s Elegant Southampton Home Now Up for Sale The Pop artist and his wife held court here for 27 years. By Vittoria Benzine, Sep 10, 2024
