The design company Koskela is collaborating with the Yolngu women of Elcho Island Arts in north-eastern Arnhem Land, in Australia?s Northern Territory to produce contemporary lampshades. As each artist has complete freedom to interpret the form, each light is a one off and therefore unique. http://yb.koskela.com.au/
Wandering the narrow streets of Havana, Cuba we were surprised to see this mural showing life in the 1800's. This approx 300m2 mosaic mural on Mercaderes Street is made up of 52 panels that depict 67 outstanding figures in the history and the arts in Cuba. The artist of the mural is Andr?s Carrillo.
The Bios Urn is made with 100% biodegradable materials and includes a special capsule which is a medium for the growth of a tree, when planted with the remains of your loved one. www.Urnabios.com
Local Guddy (guide/buddy) is a platform that connects travelers with locals who want to make extra income by showing tourists around on tours created for different interests. We enjoyed a walking tour of Paris today with Mariana, an architecture student. www.localguddy.com
A new Cheval Blanc hotel is being built along the Seine in Paris near Pont Neuf and it's wrapped with beautiful designs during construction. It's replacing the famous department store La Samaritaine and being developed by the luxury group LVMH.
On the third Saturday in May French museums open their doors to visitors for free, staying open late into the evening. This event, called Nuit des Mus?es (Museum Night), aims to make culture more accessible to all. During this one special night, the museums you can visit include the top museums in Paris, such as the Louvre, Mus?e d'Orsay and Centre Pompidou
