Arts & Culture

Barranco, Lima’s Bohemian District

The Barranco area in the heart of Lima is an open art museum known for its bohemian vibe. The colorful, colonial mansions in the area have been converted from summer homes into coffee shops, art galleries, ice cream parlors, bookstores, and more. The walls and buildings of Barranco are a...

Beijing’s Pearl: the National Centre for the Performing Arts

In the heart of Beijing, the National Centre for the Performing Arts appears as a drop of modernity. At first, the location and design of the project were controversial. Wouldn’t it be too contemporary and out of context within the historic center?