The Noah's Ark restaurant in Sapporo, designed by British artist Nigel Coates, looks like a massive concrete shape but is actually a model of the Biblical ark. The building's facade tells the story of the Flood in four different languages: English, Latin, Chinese, and Hebrew. Must-visit.
The city that Jean-Michel Basquiat called home has now permanently honored his legacy. A street in New York City, Great Jones Street (between Bowery and Lafayette Street), has been officially renamed Jean-Michel Basquiat Way, connecting his name forever to the neighborhood where his amazing career took shape.
The Furlan Marri x CLÉ Sahra Edition is a special timepiece inspired by the vast and timeless beauty of Saudi Arabia’s deserts, paying tribute to Furlan Marri’s second place of origin. The watch features rich golden-brown tones that reflect the quiet strength and unique spirit of the Kingdom. Its colors range from the bright shades of sunlit dunes to the deeper hues of traditional Najdi architecture. Overall, this piece embodies the core Saudi cultural values of resilience and hospitality.
On the latest Rapaport Diamond Podcast, bespoke retailer Alexandra Beth Samit of New York-based Alexandra Beth Fine Jewelry explained that the significant rise in gold prices has drastically increased jewelry costs. Samit concluded that the combination of high gold and natural diamond prices is making jewelry unaffordable for many, which is fueling a rising demand for lab-grown diamonds as a way for consumers to offset the cost pressure. Must listen.
The Gold Wreath Necklace Anemone by Dukachi is a ceremonial piece inspired by the enduring tradition of the wreath, which historically symbolized honor, victory, and celebration across Europe. The necklace mirrors the classic wreath form, centering on the anemone—a mountain flower found in the Alps, Carpathians, and Pyrenees. The anemone is renowned for being the first flower to bloom after the snow melts, making it a powerful symbol of nature's early awakening, combining fragility with inner strength. Completing the design is a line of diamonds, which elegantly echoes the ribbons traditionally woven into ceremonial wreaths.
The Edessa Dewdrop Grand Ring by State Property is a limited-edition cocktail ring designed for bold refinement and sculptural elegance.
The Irene Large Oval Hoop Earrings Yellow are a beautiful expression of Clara Chehab's design philosophy, celebrating personal connection and raw, earthly beauty. These earrings are crafted in 18-karat pink gold and feature a captivating combination of rough citrine and white diamonds. The signature of the Irene Collection is the half-moon motif, which serves as a semi-circular foundation, much like a hug, embracing the gemstones. This design uses rounded edges to hold a mix of prismatic and tumbled gemstones, symbolizing the various connections we make with others. Clara Chehab's fine jewelry is handmade in Beirut by skilled Lebanese master craftsmen. They celebrate the transformation of raw gemstones, using both rough and cut stones in vibrant color blends. Because the pieces use rough stones and are individually handmade, no two pairs are exactly the same, and the carat weight may vary slightly from one earring to another, making each piece truly one-of-a-kind.
Jade Rabbit is a new Chinese American counter-service restaurant in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. It was created by Chef Bryant Ng and his wife, Kim Luu-Ng, as a unique blend of cultures that reflects the hard work and creativity of Chinese American immigrants.
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