Art & Exhibitions
Dive into the world of contemporary and historic art with Martyn White UK. From major exhibitions and studio profiles to thought-provoking features and cultural commentary, this Art section celebrates creativity in all its forms. Explore stories that illuminate artistic vision, practice and impact, connecting audiences with the voices and works that shape today’s cultural landscape.
Movement Held in Bronze: The Quiet Power of Ozanne Princen
Ozanne Princen’s bronze sculptures capture the memory of movement, where ballet, femininity and form converge. A study in stillness and strength, her work reframes the body as both structure and story.
Stone That Softens: Inside Bill Amberg Studio’s Boulder Benches at 20 Gresham Street
Within the reimagined entrance hall of 20 Gresham Street, monumental travertine benches bring sculpture, architecture and use into quiet alignment. Created with Bill Amberg Studio, the project explores how stone and leather can age together through time, touch and restraint.
Inside GUBI House Paris
nside GUBI House Paris, a historic apartment on Rue de Monceau is reimagined as a living expression of contemporary design. Through art, light, texture and furniture, GUBI creates a story-led interior where heritage architecture meets modern craftsmanship in one of Paris’s most elegant districts.
Îles du Vent by Lelièvre Paris: Reimagining Outdoor Living as Interior Design
Îles du Vent by Lelièvre Paris redefines outdoor living through layered textures, rich patterns and refined colour, inviting terraces and gardens to be designed with the same depth, comfort and consideration as any interior space.
Glassed In Dreams: A Mesmerising Art Installation at 100 Bishopsgate
Launching to coincide with International Women’s Day, the entrance hall of 100 Bishopsgate in London’s Square Mile has been transformed into an immersive artistic experience with Glassed In Dreams. This striking site-specific installation, presented by Brookfield Properties in collaboration with The Association of Women in the Arts (AWITA), underscores their commitment to supporting and celebrating female creative talent.
GUBI Launches First Showroom in London
Nestled within an elegant townhouse on a cobblestone street, GUBI introduces its inaugural permanent London showroom, showcasing a century of modern design across four meticulously curated floors. Located at 12 Charterhouse Square, this is GUBI’s first dedicated exhibition space in the UK, offering Londoners the opportunity to explore GUBI’s design world in depth and person.
Apparatus, Los Angeles
Taking a tour of interdisciplinary design studio Apparatus’ Los Angeles showroom during the city’s Frieze art week.
Coco Dávez: Faceless
Coco Dávez launches her first solo exhibition in the UK titled 'Faceless' at the Maddox Gallery, Westbourne Grove. Her signature technique is achieved through unconstrained brushwork and pure acrylic colour on canvas, paying homage to the artists who have deeply inspired her practice.
Jordan Wolfson: Colored Sculpture
Jordan Wolfson's 'Colored Sculpture' is not an installation for the faint-hearted. Being exhibited in the Tate Modern tanks until 26th August 2018, the installation consists of a 6ft puppet with chains attached to its head, an arm and a leg. Throughout the 'performance' the puppet is dragged across the floor, up into the air and dropped on its head.
Sophie Paterson for VIS-A-VIS
Sophie Paterson launches an impressive collection of embroidered bed linen and towels with the iconic linen brand VIS-A-VIS.