Rafael de Cárdenas Launches Joyride, Swiss Institute Buys 250 Bowery, Raphael Loggia Restoration
Rafael de Cárdenas has introduced Joyride, a dynamic platform for auctions and collaborative projects. The first collection showcases furniture by Ian Geoghehan alongside an auction featuring de Cárdenas's items, including chairs crafted by Michel Boyer and lighting designed by Philippe Starck. In a significant move, the Swiss Institute (SI) has purchased 250 Bowery in New York, marking its first ownership after nearly four decades of leasing, with plans to open in spring 2027. Giacomo Milano has taken charge of Marechiaro Beach Club in Forte dei Marmi, following a renovation by Fabrizio Casiraghi. Additionally, the Gwangju Biennale Foundation is inviting applications for its 17th edition's artistic director until August 3. The Vatican Museums have initiated a $5.5 million restoration of Raphael's Loggia.
Key facts
- Rafael de Cárdenas launched Joyride, a rotating platform for auctions, collaborations, and made-to-order pieces.
- Joyride's inaugural auction includes chairs by Michel Boyer from Rothschild Bank cafeteria, Casino D8 chairs by Pentagon Group from Documenta 8, and lighting by Philippe Starck, Etienne Fermigier, Arlus, Robert Sonneman, and WOKA.
- Swiss Institute acquired ground floor and basement of 250 Bowery, its first owned space, opening spring 2027.
- Johnston Marklee will design the 11,000-square-foot environmentally sustainable venue.
- SI's current 7,000-square-foot space at 38 St. Marks Place closes July 5.
- Giacomo Milano took over Marechiaro Beach Club in Forte dei Marmi after yearlong renovation.
- Architect Fabrizio Casiraghi designed interiors with 1950s yacht club aesthetic.
- Gwangju Biennale opened applications for 17th edition artistic director, deadline August 3.
- Vatican Museums launched five-year, $5.5 million restoration of Raphael's Loggia with 20 experts.
- Restoration funded by $14.275 million donation from Stephen A. Schwarzman Foundation via World Monuments Fund.
Entities
Artists
- Rafael de Cárdenas
- Ian Geoghehan
- Michel Boyer
- Philippe Starck
- Etienne Fermigier
- Robert Sonneman
- Fabrizio Casiraghi
- Raphael
- Pope Leo X de' Medici
Institutions
- Joyride
- Kump Studio
- Rothschild Bank
- Pentagon Group
- Documenta 8
- WOKA
- Swiss Institute
- Johnston Marklee
- Giacomo Milano
- Marechiaro Beach Club
- Da Giacomo Forte dei Marmi
- Gwangju Biennale Foundation
- Gwangju Biennale
- Vatican Museums
- Apostolic Palace
- World Monuments Fund
- Stephen A. Schwarzman Foundation
Locations
- New York
- Paris
- Forte dei Marmi
- Versilia
- Tuscan Riviera
- Gwangju
- Vatican City