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12 Art and Museum Institutions Use AI to Restore Art’s Original Colors
The new PERCEIVE project uses AI to digitally restore the faded colors of famous artworks, including Edvard Munch's *The Scream*, with support from major institutions and a focus on preserving art for future generations. 
Turkish Architect Melike Altınışık Wins Global Competition to Design Seoul's Robot Museum
Seoul is opening the world’s first robot and AI museum, designed by Turkish architect Melike Altınışık, to showcase South Korea's leadership in science and design. 
Architects Report Decreased Demand for New Office Projects Due to Hybrid Work Setup
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to decreased demand for new office buildings, as remote and hybrid work models become more common, causing architects to adapt instead. 
Art Market Now Uses AI to Better Value Art by Tracking Its Originality and History
AI is transforming the art industry by boosting the accuracy of appraisals and market analysis, offering a competitive edge for auction houses through data-driven insights. 
British Museum Reveals $162M Gift, Including Rare Chinese Jades and Porcelain From Joseph Hotung
Late Hong Kong businessman, Joseph Hotung left a £123 million (or approximately $162M) bequest to the British Museum, which includes Chinese antiquities and European art. 
Downside Abbey’s Modernist Library and Refectory Get Heritage Status
Downside Abbey's Modernist library and East Wing, designed by Francis Pollen, have been officially listed to preserve their architectural and historical importance. 
Louvre Mueseum to Increase Ticket Prices as Visitor Numbers Plummet by 22% During Paris Olympics
The Louvre Museum saw a 22% decline in visitors during the Paris Olympics due to security measures and a 99% hike in operational costs, prompting a ticket price increase. 
Vancouver's Museum of Anthropology Gets Major Seismic Upgrades to Protect Against Earthquakes
The Museum of Anthropology in Vancouver received a seismic upgrade with a base-isolation system and modernized features, preserving its original design while improving its earthquake safety. Morocco to Host 2030 World Cup with New Renders of Grand Stade Hassan II Stadium
The new renderings of Morocco’s Grand Stade Hassan II Stadium reveal a design inspired by Moroccan heritage and modern architecture, set to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. 
London Zoo Takes Down Banksy's Gorilla Mural for Preservation
London Zoo removed Banksy's latest mural featuring a gorilla to protect and preserve the artwork due to overwhelming crowds. Wealthy Investors Use Art Collections as Collateral to Secure High-Value Loans—Here's Why
Wealthy individuals are increasingly using art loans to access cash as the art market cools and major banks like Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase expand their services. 
ICON Debuts First 3D-Printed Homes in Texas with 'Wimberley Springs Project'
ICON has launched its first 3D-printed housing development in Wimberley Springs, Texas, featuring eight luxury homes. 
Mark Zuckerberg Honors Wife 'Roman Tradition' Style with 7-Foot Statue by Artist Daniel Arsham
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has hired artist, Daniel Arsham, to build a seven-foot statue of his wife, Priscilla Chan a la ‘Roman style.’ 2,000-Year-Old Ancient Roman Mosaic of Dolphins and Fish Found in Northwestern England
Archaeologists in northwestern England have uncovered a nearly 2,000-year-old mosaic featuring dolphins and fish in a Roman home. 
Chinese Architect Explains Why ‘Sponge Cities’ May Be Key to Combating Urban Fooding
As cities worldwide face increasing flood risks due to climate change, Chinese architect Kongjian Yu advocates for "sponge cities," which use natural processes to absorb and manage stormwater. 
