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Hobbies are a great way to unwind, learn something new, and break away from the usual daily routine. While classic pastimes certainly have their appeal, there’s also something exciting about exploring activities that feel a little more unexpected. From creative pursuits to hands-on experiences, these alternative hobbies can add variety, challenge, and fun to your free time.
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Geometric Textile, c.1895
A remarkable collection of Navajo blankets and rugs once owned by Frank Stella will soon be unveiled in a special exhibition presented by Peter Pap Rugs at Arader Galleries. Running from May 15 through June 10, 2026, the presentation will feature 40 historic Navajo textiles gathered by the late artist over several decades.
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French style has a reputation for looking effortless — and the frustrating thing is that the reputation is fairly accurate. There’s a consistent quality to the way French women dress that has nothing to do with following trends and everything to do with having a small number of pieces that work well together.
The good news is that the formula is learnable. It’s built on specific items, worn in specific ways, with a particular attitude toward getting dressed that prioritizes ease over effort. Here’s what belongs in a French-inspired wardrobe.
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I keep a fairly extensive archive of photos from the past two decades spent exploring the city’s galleries. Time has a way of slipping by before I can feature something I love in what might be considered a timely manner — but there’s no rule against circling back to a standout piece that still feels worth sharing.
Case in point: these luminous, candy-colored chandeliers, which have been were replaced by a different lighting installation since I first spotted them two summers ago at Petzel Gallery on West 25th Street. They’ve lingered in my memory ever since — impossible to forget and far too striking to leave unseen. Now feels like the right moment to finally give them their due: glowing sculptures that read like a constellation, hovering somewhere between chandelier, artwork, and dream.
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When people think about their dream home, they often picture huge kitchens, luxury bathrooms, and maybe endless square footage to work with. But once you really start thinking about it, a dream home usually has less to do with size and more to do with how the space makes you feel every day.
For some people, it’s a quiet reading corner flooded with natural light. For others, it’s an open kitchen where family naturally gathers at the end of the day. The best dream home ideas usually come from imagining your ideal lifestyle first and the design second. Because a beautiful home that doesn’t support the way you actually live rarely feels complete.
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