• Pete Hegseth, Mike Waltz, Tulsi Gabbard: Private Data and Passwords of Senior U.S. Security Officials Found Online
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    Private contact details of the most important security advisers to U.S. President Donald Trump can be found on the internet. DER SPIEGEL reporters were able to find mobile phone numbers, email addresses and even some passwords belonging to the top officials.To do so, the reporters used commercial people search engines along with hacked customer data that has been published on the web. Those affected by the leaks include National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.Most of these numbers and email addresses are apparently still in use, with some of them linked to profiles on social media platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn. They were used to create Dropbox accounts and profiles in apps that track running data. There are also WhatsApp profiles for the respective phone numbers and even Signal accounts in some cases.As such, the reporting has revealed an additional grave, previously unknown security breach at the highest levels in Washington. Hostile intelligence services could use this publicly available data to hack the communications of those affected by installing spyware on their devices. It is thus conceivable that foreign agents were privy to the Signal chat group in which Gabbard, Waltz and Hegseth discussed a military strike.Numbers Linked to Signal AccountsIt remains unclear, however, whether this extremely problematic chat was conducted using Signal accounts linked to the private telephone numbers of the officials involved. Tulsi Gabbard has declined to comment. DER SPIEGEL reporting has demonstrated, though, that privately used and publicly accessible telephone numbers belonging to her and Waltz are, in fact, linked to Signal accounts.The U.S. newsmagazine The Atlantic revealed on Monday that Gabbard, Waltz and Hegseth, along with CIA Director John Ratcliffe and additional officials, discussed an imminent military strike against the Houthi militia in Yemen in a Signal chat. The information shared among the participants included intelligence information and precise attack plans. According to the Atlantic, Waltz added the editor-in-chief of the magazine, Jeffrey Goldberg, to the chat group. Precisely why he did so remains unclear.The White House confirmed the scandal after the fact. Trump insisted that it did not include classified content, a question that is of particular relevance since members of the U.S. government are not permitted to share such information over Signal. The U.S. special envoy for Ukraine and the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, was even in Russia while participating in the chat group.Pete Hegseth's WhatsApp profile photoFoto: Screenshot/ DER SPIEGELDER SPIEGEL was able to find some of the contact information for Gabbard, Hegseth and Waltz in commercial databases, while other information was in so-called password leaks, which are hardly a rarity on the internet. One example is the 2019 discovery by Troy Hunt, who found 773 million email addresses and more than 21 million passwords in a hacker forum.Since then, there have been numerous additional leaks. Criminals are constantly compiling new collections from hacks, usually to sell them on forums.It was particularly easy for DER SPIEGEL reporters to discover Hegseths mobile number and email address. They turned to a commercial provider of contact information that is primarily used by companies for sales, marketing and recruitment.DER SPIEGEL sent the provider a link to Hegseths LinkedIn profile and received a Gmail address and a mobile phone number in return, in addition to other information. A search of leaked user data revealed that the email address and, in some cases, even the password associated with it, could be found in over 20 publicly accessible leaks. Using publicly available information, it was possible to verify that the email address was used just a few days ago.The mobile number provided, meanwhile, led to a WhatsApp account that Hegseth apparently only recently deleted. The profile photo showed a shirtless Hegseth in a baseball cap and necklace. Comparisons with other photos of the U.S. secretary of defense using facial recognition software were able to confirm that the photo on the WhatsApp profile was indeed Hegseth.Several Passwords in Leaked DatabaseU.S. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz: Mobile number and email address found using a commercial people finder.Foto: Mandel Ngan/ AFPWaltzs mobile number and email address could be found using the same service provider. The mobile phone number could even be found using a people search engine popular in the U.S. DER SPIEGEL reporters were also able to find several passwords for Waltzs email address in leaked databases. The information also led to Waltzs profiles for Microsoft Teams, LinkedIn, WhatsApp and Signal.National Intelligence Director Gabbard was seemingly more careful with her data than her two male colleagues. She apparently had her own data blocked in the commercial contact search engines that contained the data of Hegseth and Waltz. But her email address was to be found on WikiLeaks and Reddit.Gabbards email address is available in more than 10 leaks. One of those also contains a partial telephone number, which, when completed, leads to an active WhatsApp account and a Signal profile."Exposed data from top politicians can be used by hackers to launch convincing phishing attacks and gain access to devices and various services such as email, chat tools and PayPal, says Donald Ortmann, a specialist in information security, information procurement and social engineering. He supports companies and authorities following cyberattacks."In addition, deepfake attacks using images and sound available online can be launched to participate in virtual meetings, says Ortmann. Compromised accounts also enable hackers to "install malware, monitor communications and attempt political blackmail.Two Check MarksTo protect the private contact information of the U.S. politicians, DER SPIEGEL is not publishing the telephone numbers, email addresses and passwords it found. Furthermore, no tests were performed to determine if the passwords for the email addresses are still active. DER SPIEGEL informed Gabbard, Hegseth and Waltz of its findings.The U.S. Defense Department did not respond to a request for comment. A spokesperson for the National Security Council indicated that the passwords and accounts of Michael Waltz, the national security adviser, had been changed before he joined Congress in 2019.Personal inquiries sent by DER SPIEGEL to the leaked WhatsApp and Signal accounts belonging to Waltz were delivered, according to the confirmation function. His WhatsApp profile photo showed Waltz with two other people in front of a U.S. flag. Shortly after the inquiries were sent, Waltzs accounts were apparently deactivated; the WhatsApp chat with DER SPIEGEL disappeared.The office of the national intelligence director stated that Tulsi Gabbards private data was leaked almost 10 years ago, that she hadnt used the relevant platforms for several years and that she had changed her passwords several times.DER SPIEGEL reporting, however, found that the private Google account belonging to Gabbard was used as recently as around two weeks ago. Messages sent by DER SPIEGEL to her leaked WhatsApp and Signal accounts were also apparently delivered. Two check marks appeared after they were sent.This story has been updated to include statements received from the offices of the officials involved after initial publication.
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  • IAMAG MASTER CLASSES 26 : Uncharted Paths
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    IAMC26 - Uncharted Path - PRe-EArly TicketsThe post IAMAG MASTER CLASSES 26 : Uncharted Paths appeared one day on IAMAG Inspiration.
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  • Metroid Prime 4: Beyond shows up at Nintendo Direct, and shows off Samus' swanky mind-bending psychic abilities
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    Primed to FireMetroid Prime 4: Beyond shows up at Nintendo Direct, and shows off Samus' swanky mind-bending psychic abilitiesSamus rocked up at today's showcase looking as big and blasty as ever, but still without a full release date.Image credit: Nintendo News by Mark Warren Senior Staff Writer Published on March 27, 2025 Metroid fans, gather round. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has popped up at today's Nintendo Direct showcase, with a fresh trailer but no proper release date. The game is still set to arrive at some point in 2025, though.In today's fresh look at the game, we got some gameplay Samus walking around the jungle planet Viewros, scanning stone figures and relics, before blasting away a surprise alien attack. We were then introduced to her psychic abilities, which let her open doors and control her beam with her mind - those abilities sound like they'll be pretty central to the plot, but aside from that, Ninty's keeping its cards close to its chest.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. It's not that long since were were pretty starved for Metroid Prime 4 updates, but then it showed up as the final game of last June's Direct with a cool gameplay trailer and that release window of 2025 - that's the year we're now in. To see this content please enable targeting cookies.It was also confirmed back then to be releasing on the original Nintendo Switch, so you wouldn't have to worry about picking up a new console just to play it, with the Switch 2 backwards compatibility we've learned about since then having fully evaporated those fears into nothingness.So, there you go, a look at Metroid prime 4, which drops some time this year. Tell your Nintendo-loving mates, even though they definitely already know. Screw it, tell your dad - he probably played the first few entries in the series back in the day, when games were good and you could smoke in pubs and I'm just saying all of this to prepare you for what he might reply with.Also, make sure to tune in to next week's Switch 2 Direct on April 2. You know you want to.
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  • Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Gets A New Trailer, But No Release Date
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    Maybe we'll get one next week..?Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has received a new trailer during the latest Nintendo Direct, but there's sadly no confirmed release date at the time of writing.Our prediction..? We'll get one next week when it's revealed to be a cross-gen game with Switch 2. Here's hoping, anyway..!Read the full article on nintendolife.com
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  • Watch: Nintendo Direct March 2025 - Live!
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    Watch: Nintendo Direct March 2025 - Live!The Switch's final bow... we thinkby Jim Norman 56m agoShare:21Image: Nintendo LifeGosh, you wait nine months for a first-party Nintendo Direct showcase and then two come along within a week of each other!Yes, the rumours were true (mostly), a Nintendo Direct is happening today. The event is set to last for 30 minutes and will feature "upcoming games for Nintendo Switch". Importantly, this will not include news of Nintendo Switch 2 you'll have to wait until 2nd April for that so, what's on the cards?Honestly, it could be anything. We have to assume that the real big hitters are being reserved for Switch 2 at this point, but that's not to say Nintendo doesn't still have an ace or two up its sleeve to see the 'Switch 1' out in style. We're all still waiting for those Metroid Prime 2 and 3 remasters, Kirby: Planet Robobot has been in the rumour mill on more than one occasion, and Silkso- *ahem* we mean, 'the metroidvania which shall not be named' is always going to be on hype lists.Whatever the Direct holds, it's set to be an exciting one one which we assume will be the last with the OG Switch in the spotlight. You can tune in below and watch along with us when the event kicks off at 7am ET / 10am ET / 2pm GMT / 3pm CET / 11pm AET.Is everyone sitting comfortably? It's almost time to begin...Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube800kLive Blog Chat 14:16Eternal Life of Goldman launches this Holiday14:14Disney Villains Cursed Cafe launches later TODAY14:12Samus has psychic abilities?14:12PRIME 4 BABY14:10Launching 27th August 202514:09Looks like the nicest Story of Seasons we've seen in a while, tbh14:09Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is being shown now14:08Patapon 1+2 Replay launches on 11th July 202514:07PATAPON!!14:07Looks neat! Launching 18th July 202514:06Shadow Labyrinth, the gritty PACMAN game, is up next14:05Available 19th June 202514:04RAIDOU Remastered announced! 14:02Still no date for Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake 14:00Dragon Quest is up first13:59Okay, almost time... 13:555 minutes to go! Empty your bladders now, folks. 13:51And I've got a tea - splash of milk, no sugar. 13:50Olliemar28 said:It's me, your friendly neighbourhood Ollie. 13:50Who could it be..? 13:50OHHHHHH. This isn't Jim, OctolingKing13. 13:45Some solid predictions here, but now onto the important question... what's your beverage of choice for the Direct? 13:36What's everyone hoping to see today?13:36A quick heads up, we're a little down on headcount today, so this live blog might not be quite as lively as we'd normally like. That said, we'll still do our absolute best to cover as much as possible. 13:35Hello there lovely peeeeeeeople. See AlsoShare:211
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  • 4 days left to lock in $300+ savings for investor and founder tickets for TechCrunch All Stage
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    Times running out 4 days left to save over $300 on Founder and Investor Passes for TechCrunch All Stage!Founders, accelerate your journey. Investors, fuel their success. Join us on July 15 at SoWa Power Station in Boston, MA, for TC All Stage, where 1,200 founders and VCs come together to scale from seed to IPO. Dont miss the chance to save offer ends March 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT!Lock in your $300+ ticket savings here.Whats at TC All StageTake your startup from traction to exponential growth at TC All Stage, where founders gain actionable insights from elite VCs and scaling experts through immersive breakouts, roundtables, and targeted networking opportunities.Early-stage and growth-stage breakout sessionsEarly-stage founders, gain the inside track on launching successfully at the Foundation Stage. Learn firsthand from top investors and experienced entrepreneurs:What VCs really look for in pre-seed startupsAI-driven MVPs: knowing when to automate (and when not to)Creating a pitch deck that secures fundingGrowth-stage founders, were introducing the Scale Stage a full-day, high-impact track focused on:Building & scaling sustainable companiesRaising a Series C & beyond in todays marketPreparing for IPOs & hitting $10M ARRGet to know the experts driving the breakout sessionsOur roster of scaling experts continues to expand check out the speaker page for the latest additions.Cathy Gao, partner, Sapphire VenturesChris Gardner, general partner, Underscore VCCharles Hudson, founder and managing partner, Precursor VenturesBrandon Krieg, founder and co-CEO, StashTiffany Luck, partner, NEAJon McNeill, CEO and Co-Founder, DVx VenturesJahanvi Sardana, partner, Index VenturesCathy Gao, partner at Sapphire Ventures, will be on the Scale Stage at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15 in SoWa Power Station to discuss how to win at raising a Series C and beyond.Image Credits:Sapphire VenturesChris Gardner, partner at Underscore VC, will be on the Foundation Stage at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15 in SoWa Power Station to discuss when and how to use AI to advance your startup growth.Image Credits:Underscore VCInteractive, deep-dive roundtablesEngage in immersive, small-group roundtables with seasoned scaling professionals. This is your chance to connect directly with fellow founders and investors, exchange advice, and discuss your growth journey in a collaborative setting.Impactful networking between founders and investorsConnect directly with driven founders and investors in intimate 1:1 or small-group settings. Collaborate on challenges, share insights, and build meaningful relationships with fellow founders shaping the future.Keep the momentum going! Join Side Events across Boston during TC All Stage Week and keep the conversation going long after the event ends.Catch the exciting startup pitches in actionSo You Think You Can Pitch is the ultimate learning experience for founders. Watch startups pitch, hear valuable insights from VCs, and evaluate how your pitch compares. Get exclusive front-row access to expert feedback that could elevate your next pitch to investors.Ignite your growth at the best priceSpend a day propelling your startups growth or, as an investor, uncover your next game-changing investment. Save over $300 before March 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT these unbeatable rates wont come back. Secure your ticket at this special rate now.Interested in boosting your brand visibility at TC All Stage?Take your presence to the next level by exhibiting your brand and innovation in front of 1,200 founders and investors. With limited space available, dont wait grab your exhibit table before theyre gone!TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 at SoWa Power StationImage Credits:Halo CreativeOr, explore sponsorship opportunities and activations at TC All Stage. Get in touch with our team by filling out this form.Dont miss out on the best deals for TechCrunch eventsSubscribe to the TechCrunch Events newsletter and be the first to know about special deals and event announcements.
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  • Bastion 36: VFX Breakdown by CGEV
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    Invisible VFX at their finest! In Bastion 36, the teams at CGEV enhanced realism with seamless digital rain, bringing extra tension to this gripping Netflix thriller! Vincent Frei The Art of VFX 2025The post Bastion 36: VFX Breakdown by CGEV appeared first on The Art of VFX.
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  • 3D Systems 2024 financial results report stronger year end after revenue dip
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    US-based 3D printer manufacturer 3D Systems (NYSE: DDD) has released its financial results for full-year 2024 (FY 2024), and fourth quarter of 2024 (Q4 2024).FY 2024 revenue came in at $440.1 million, down 9.8% from $488.1 million in FY 2023. Revenue for Q4 2024 reached $111.0 million, a decline of 3.3% year-over-year (Y/Y) from $114.8M in Q4 2023. On a quarter-on-quarter (Q/Q) basis, revenue was down by 1.7% from $112.9M in Q3 2024.Softer customer spending across most of the year, especially in capital equipment, weighed on performance, as economic uncertainty continued to affect purchasing decisions industry-wide. Still, toward year-end, modest gains in industrial printer sales, stronger service activity, and increased machine usage helped lift consumables revenue.Gross margin for FY 2024 came in at 37.2%, down 2.9 pts Y/Y from 40.2% in FY 2023. In Q4 2024, margin dropped to 31.0%, down 7.3% pts Y/Y compared to 38.3% in Q4 2023. Results for the quarter were affected by an $8.7 million revenue adjustment tied to a change in accounting estimates within the companys Regenerative Medicine program, following the introduction of new preclinical testing protocols by United Therapeutics.In a press release, Dr. Jeffrey Graves, President & CEO of 3D Systems said, I am pleased that our core businesses still delivered within the full-year revenue range communicated in our prior forecast, and that the market showed signs of strengthening in the fourth quarter.ProJet MJP 2500 Plus. Image via 3D Systems.Details on FY 2024 and Q4 2024 resultsAs usual, 3D Systems reports its financials via its two primary segments: healthcare and industrial.Revenue ($)FY 2024FY 2023Variance ($) thousands%Healthcare189.7M213.2M-23.5M-11.0%Industrial250.4M274.9M-24.5M-8.9%Total revenue440.1M488.1M-47.9M-9.8%In the healthcare segment, revenue for FY 2024 was $189.7 million, down 11.0% from $213.2 million in FY 2023. Q4 2024 revenue came to $40.4 million, marking a 21.1% decline from $51.2M Y/Y. On a Q/Q basis revenue saw a 26.7% drop from $55.1M in Q3 2024. The $8.7 million adjustment in Q4 contributed to the weaker segment performance, as updated milestone recognition criteria in the Regenerative Medicine program shifted the timing of when revenue could be recorded.According to the company, the change was procedural and unrelated to operational progress, though it weighed on reported results for the quarter. Margins and earnings also came under pressure from internal manufacturing variances, adding to broader market challenges.Revenue ($)Q4 2024Q4 2023Variance ($) thousands%Healthcare40.4M51.2M-10.8M-21.1%Industrial70.7M63.7M7.0M11.0%Total revenue111.0M114.8M-3.8M-3.3%On the other hand, FY 2024 industrial revenue was $250.4 million, down 8.9% from $274.9 million in FY 2023. However, Q4 2024 showed some recovery, with revenue reaching $70.7 million, an 11.0% increase from $63.7M in Q4 2023. This was up by 22.1% on a Q/Q basis from $57.9M in Q3 2024.This growth was linked to better sales of newer 3D printer systems and an uptick in services. Higher consumables sales in Q4 also pointed to improved machine utilization, suggesting that some customers who had paused spending earlier in the year were beginning to re-engage.Across both healthcare and industrial markets, 3D Systems introduced several new products over the course of the year. In healthcare, the company signed its largest-ever contract for dental applications for teeth straightening. It also received FDA clearance for multi-material, 3D printed denture offering in September, allowing for broader use in the U.S.3D Systems showcased its new monolithic denture product line LMT Lab Day 2024. Photo via 3D Systems.Moreover, Saudi Arabias AM service provider National Additive Manufacturing & Innovation (NAMI) firm acquired multiple metal and polymer 3D printers from 3D Systems to produce parts for the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), aiming to localize production and cut costs and lead times. The partnership supports SECs operations and aligns with Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 strategy to strengthen domestic manufacturing across key sectors.In December 2024, 3D Systems received all necessary regulatory approvals for the sale of its Geomagic software to Hexagon. The $123 million transaction is anticipated to close in early April 2025, with proceeds expected to enhance the companys balance sheet in the Q2 2025.On the automotive side, Sauber Motorsports began using the companys latest polymer 3D printers, including SLA 750 Dual and PSLA 270 models, for wind tunnel testing components. Sauber became the first Formula 1 team to adopt the PSLA technology.Financial outlook for FY 2025Looking to 2025, 3D Systems expects revenue between $420 million and $435 million, taking into account the expected sale of its Geomagic software business in early Q2.The company is aiming for a non-GAAP gross profit margin between 37% and 39%, and operating expenses in the range of $200 million to $220 million. One of the main goals for the year is to break even, or turn slightly positive, on adjusted EBITDA by Q4.A cost reduction program launched in Q1 2025 is expected to deliver savings gradually throughout the year, with more noticeable effects in the second half.What3D printing trendsshould you watch out for in 2025?How is thefuture of 3D printingshaping up?To stay up to date with the latest 3D printing news, dont forget to subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter or follow us on Twitter, or like our page on Facebook.While youre here, why not subscribe to our Youtube channel? Featuring discussion, debriefs, video shorts, and webinar replays.Featured image shows 3D Systems Dental Director of Application Development, Stijn Hanssen, at LMT Lab Day 2024. Photo via 3D Systems.
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  • The Whitney Museum of American Art: Renzo Pianos Industrial Reverie Along the Hudson
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    The Whitney Museum of American Art | RPBW / Renzo Piano Building WorkshopThe relocation of the Whitney Museum of American Art from Marcel Breuers iconic Madison Avenue building to its new home in Manhattans Meatpacking District marks a significant moment in the institutions architectural evolution. Designed by the Renzo Piano Building Workshop in collaboration with Cooper Robertson, the new museum reestablishes its presence near its original Greenwich Village birthplace. This symbolic and physical homecoming underscores a broader institutional shift.Whitney Museum of American Art Technical InformationArchitects1-12: RPBW | Renzo Piano Building Workshop +Cooper RobertsonLocation: Gansevoort Street, Meatpacking District, New York City, USAClient: Whitney Museum of American ArtArea: 18,580m2 | 200,000Sq. Ft. Project Years: 2003 2015Photographs: RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015This is not a building that stands in isolation; it is a building that embraces the city and welcomes people in. Renzo PianoWhitney Museum of American Art Photographs RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015 RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015 RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015 RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015 RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015 RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015 RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015 RPBW / Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Photographer: Nic Lehoux, 2015Spatial Organization and Programmatic ComplexityRather than perpetuating the hermetic qualities of Breuers Brutalism, Pianos design adopts a porous, dialogic approach. The museum is no longer conceived as a container of cultural capital detached from its surroundings but as an open, participatory framework embedded in the urban fabric. The architectural language is purposefully fragmented, resisting monolithic formality in favor of an assemblage that recalls the neighborhoods industrial vernacular. This strategy responds to Whitneys need for expanded gallery space and repositions the museum as a civic anchor in a rapidly transforming district.Whitneys sitebookended by the Hudson River and the High Linenecessitated a spatial strategy that could reconcile urban and infrastructural scales and accommodate a complex program. The ground floor is raised above street level, creating a permeable plaza that extends the public domain into the museums base. This urban gesture redefines the threshold between city and institution, inviting casual engagement and underscoring the museums commitment to accessibility.Vertically, the building is structured along a central circulation spine that demarcates two functional zones: the north wing dedicated to exhibition preparation, workshops, and administration, and the south wing housing the galleries. This duality allows for operational clarity while maintaining spatial fluidity. Circulation is not merely utilitarian; it is choreographed, offering vistas to the river and city at key moments, creating an experiential continuity between interior and exterior realms.One of the programmatic innovations is the inclusion of a multifunctional theater on the second and third floors. Equipped with retractable seating, the space adapts to various configurationsfrom film screenings to performance artbroadening the museums curatorial possibilities. Such flexibility reflects a shift in institutional paradigms, where art spaces are expected to accommodate diverse modes of cultural production.Material Expression and Construction LogicMaterially, the Whitney navigates a fine line between abstraction and specificity. The structural palettea hybrid of a reinforced concrete base and a steel superstructureis overlaid with precast concrete panels and steel cladding. These gray-blue steel ribbons alternate with linear and punctuated openings, establishing a rhythm that simultaneously articulates the buildings tectonic order and evokes the industrial syntax of the Meatpacking District.The design resists the temptations of slick minimalism or overt iconography. Instead, the architectural surfaces operate as calibrated responses to context, climate, and light. The fifth floor houses the largest gallery space, a column-free volume of 18,000 square feet, which speaks to the structural ambition of the design. Deep steel trusses and careful load distribution make this openness possible, allowing curatorial freedom while maintaining structural legibility.On the uppermost level, the eighth-floor gallery is crowned with a shed roof that admits diffuse northern lighta deliberate nod to the qualities of illumination prized in artist studios. The external staircases and mechanical towers further accentuate the buildings volumetric play, referencing the fire escapes and water tanks that define New Yorks roofscape.Whitney Museum Contextual IntegrationPerhaps the Whitneys most compelling achievement lies in its nuanced engagement with context. Rather than neutralizing its surroundings through abstraction, the museum leverages its sites visual and material cues to construct a new urban identity. Its stepped massing negotiates the scale shift between the riverfront and the urban grid, while its fractured silhouette mirrors the irregularity of adjacent warehouse typologies.The terraces extending from each gallery provide outdoor exhibition space and create layered interfaces with the city, blurring the boundary between institutional space and public life. These elevated promenades offer curated perspectives of the city and river, reinforcing the buildings role as an urban observatory as much as a repository for art.Whitney Museum of American Art PlansSketch | RPBW / Renzo Piano Building WorkshopSite Plan | RPBW / Renzo Piano Building WorkshopSection | RPBW / Renzo Piano Building WorkshopWhitney Museum of American Art Image GalleryAbout RPBW | Renzo Piano Building WorkshopRenzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW) is an international architectural firm founded by Pritzker Prizewinning architect Renzo Piano in 1981. With offices in Genoa, Paris, and New York, RPBW is known for its innovative, context-sensitive designs that balance technology, lightness, and a deep respect for place. The studio has completed over 140 projects worldwide, including landmark cultural institutions such as the Centre Pompidou in Paris, The Shard in London, and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.Credits and Additional NotesRPBW Partners in Charge: M. Carroll, E. TrezzaniRPBW Team Members: K. Schorn, T. Stewart, S. Ishida (Partner), A. Garritano, F. Giacobello, I. Guzman, G. Melinotov, L. Priano, L. Stuart, C. Chabaud, J. Jones, G. Fanara, M. Fleming, D. Piano, J. Pejkovic, M. Ottonello (CAD), F. Cappellini, F. Terranova, I. Corsaro (Models)Structure: Robert Silman AssociatesCooper Robertson Partner in Charge: Scott Newman, FAIACooper Robertson Team Members: T. Wittrock (Project Manager), T. Holzmann (Sr. Technical Manager), G. Weithman (Project Architect), K. Trihey, W. Lin, E. Flynn, C. Payne, A. Guzzini, E. Ball, A. Margolies, G. Carmona, J. Kelpe, M. Lacher, E. Boorstyn, J. Boon-Bordenave, L. Weatherly (Interiors), L. Weisbrod (Project Administrator)MEP & Fire Prevention: Jaros, Baum & BollesLighting Design: ArupFacade Engineering: Heintges & AssociatesCivil Engineering: Phillip Habib & AssociatesTheater Equipment: Theatre ProjectsAcoustics & Audiovisual: Cerami & AssociatesLandscaping: Piet Oudolf with Mathews NielsenLEED Consultant: Viridian Energy & Environmental
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  • Prok Pikryl architekti converts a 1924 grain silo into a cultural space by using its architectural history to create a sci-fi style
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    Ghost in the MachineProk Pikryl architekti converts a 1924 grain silo into a cultural space by using its architectural history to create a sci-fi styleByKelly Pau March 27, 2025Architecture, International (Petr Polak)SHAREIn Pardubice, Czech Republic, the Automatic Mills was one of the first buildings designed by Josef Gor, known in the country as an early father of modernism. Construction on the complex completed in 1909, though youd be forgiven for mistaking its facadeclad in geometric brick patterns, a skybridge, and crenelated roofsfor something more civic in nature. The dignity and care Gor leant toward industrial buildings and its laborers has helped preserve the mills a century later. In 1924, a grain silo and a series of multiple buildings were added to the complex. Its since undergone renovations by Zdenk Balk, Jan pka, Petr Veteka, and nowProk Pikryl architektiwho maintains and reuses the site as a multifunctional cultural space with otherworldly results. The architects refer to the site as a true building-machine as it comprises three main parts: the milling technology, the skeleton framework, and the outer shell. The approach serves to highlight the beauty of this work, thus the team restored the outer shell of the original brick facade designed by Gor.Read more about the adaptive reuse project on aninteriormag.com. Adaptive ReuseCzech Republic
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