The complex history and contested borders that shaped the countries of former Yugoslavia provide the stage on which Croatian-born Lana Mesic´ (NL) weaves new, personal narratives, examining the role and meaning of the enemy image in her fragmented childhood and how this history echoes upon this day. In light of recent political developments in Europe, the book encourages us to reflect on our own experiences. By bringing these to light, it helps to counter the nationalist narratives that domi...

This is from me to you. The one that made me write again.

You are a true inspiration to poetry itself.

This is from me to you. The ones I loved with all my heart.

A heart once shattered, but healed again.

This is from me to you. The one who makes my heart burn and my stomach turn. I will always write for you.

This is from me to you. The one inside. This is all you've ever wanted.

This is from me to you. The one who needs to read this.

Read it carefully and let yourself feel.

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Nederlandse ontwerpers hebben de afgelopen jaren een scherpe koerswijziging doorgemaakt. De nieuwe lichting ontwerpers kiest nieuwe waarden en uitgangspunten en streeft door onderzoek en samenwerking naar maatschappelijke relevantie en impact. Deze ‘post-crisisgeneratie’ is bevlogen, optimistisch, maar ook pragmatisch met oog voor schoonheid. Humor en het concept als bijna obligate instrumenten zijn verruild voor engagement en vrij onderzoek. Ironie en beschouwende k...

> About the cultural and emotional impact of the looting of art on the Jewish community in the Netherlands

> The book accompanies the exhibition Dispossessed at the Jewish Museum and National Holocaust Museum

The Jewish Cultural Quarter and the Rijksmuseum are organizing the exhibition Dispossessed, a major museum project on cultural property that was stolen by the Nazis from Jewish owners in the Netherlands, with a special focus on art, Jewish books and ritual objects.

The stories of Samuel ...

TRANS architectuur / stedenbouw is a Ghent (BE) based practice established in 2011 by Bram Aerts and Carolien Pasmans bringing together a group of talented and highly motivated architects and urban planners. In a short period of time, the office has built up a strong reputation at the forefront of a much-acclaimed generation of Flemish design practices. Bram Aerts and Carolien Pasmans are committed educators at the KU Leuven, the University of Antwerp and at the Rotterdamse Academie voor Bouw...

Axel and May Vervoordt believe in art’s intrinsic power to change lives and add perspectives to the past, present, and future. Their collection embodies this unique approach and includes more than 750 works, spanning geographies and periods and including pieces from archaeology to contemporary art. Their interests in questions about space, time, and concepts of the void form the basis of a collection that grew from an intuitive and untameable curiosity and genuine friendships with artists. ...

We could no longer dance and I could not deliver some stickers I promised to get for my colleague Irina, who shares a workspace with me.

So, I sent them by post and added a drawing. 52 times and 2 more followed.

Innovative introduction to the iconic work of architect and designer Josef Hoffmann

The Viennese architect and ‘allround designer’ Josef Hoffmann (1870–1956) is much more than just the founder of the Wiener Werkstätte. This book offers a wide-ranging look at his oeuvre, which took shape over no less than sixty years.

The timeless beauty of Hoffmann’s creations demonstrates his importance not just as a historical figure, but as a source of inspiration for several generations.

Richly ...

Experience the artistic genius of Vincent van Gogh in a unique way with the "Van Gogh Inspired Paintings - Grayscale Coloring Book." This exquisite collection of 51 single-sided grayscale illustrations is inspired by the masterpieces of one of the most influential figures in the history of Western art.

Each page in this coloring book is a tribute to Van Gogh's vibrant style and emotional intensity. From the swirling skies of "Starry Night" to the vivid blooms of "Sunflowers," these illustrati...

Dive into the whimsical world of "The Secret Life of a Mouse," a charming grayscale coloring book that brings to life the delightful and humorous antics of a little mouse in a big world. This enchanting book contains 43 single-sided illustrations, each capturing the mouse in various anthropomorphic activities that ignite the imagination and tickle the funny bone. Ideal for relaxation and creative expression, "The Secret Life of a Mouse" is a perfect gift for coloring enthusiasts of all ages. ...