Brian Clarke in the ’80s, Lower Left (All Photos By Gail)
The art world mourns the loss of Sir Brian Clarke, the visionary British stained-glass artist and painter, who passed away from cancer on July 1, 2025 — just one day shy of his 72nd birthday. Born in Oldham, Lancashire, Clarke transformed stained glass from ecclesiastical embellishment into a breathtaking architectural medium.
Clarke’s artistic journey began as a scholarship student at age 13. Over the decades, he pioneered works that blurred art and space —from majestic church windows to public installations and freestanding glass screens. Continue reading Farewell Sir Brian Clarke: Master of Light and Line→
Do you ever look around your home and wish it felt fresh and updated — without draining your bank account? You’re not alone. As floors begin to show wear and lose their luster, it’s natural to crave a change. The great news is that you don’t need a full-scale renovation to breathe new life into your space.
With just a few smart upgrades, you can completely refresh the look and feel of your home. In this post, we’ll share affordable and stylish ways to transform your space using vinyl flooring. Read on for easy, budget-friendly ideas that can make your home feel brand new again. Continue reading Cost-Effective Ways to Update Your Space with Vinyl Flooring→
Planning a home installation project can be an exciting yet challenging process. Whether you’re looking to enhance your home’s curb appeal or add some much-needed improvements, it’s important to approach the task with a clear strategy. Having the right professionals on your side plays a key role in ensuring that everything goes according to plan. But before diving into the work, there are several important steps to follow to set your project up for success.
Photos By Dave De Armas, Courtesy of the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art
If you’ve ever stepped into the Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room at the now-closed Rubin Museum of Art in Manhattan, you already know how transporting the experience can be. This serene, lamplit installation — more spiritual refuge than exhibit — offered a peaceful escape from the chaos of the city for over a decade. Now, Brooklyn gets its turn to host this unique, immersive installation. Continue reading Rubin Museum’s Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room Moves to the Brooklyn Museum→
If you’re heading to the Brooklyn Museum from Manhattan (or just looking for an unexpected adventure on your subway commute), make sure to get off the train one stop early at Grand Army Plaza (2 or 3 train) and pay a visit to Rex’s Dino Store — a wildly creative pop-up and public art installation that’s turning heads and raising smiles.
