Art and design institutions worldwide may have closed indefinitely to help slow the spread of coronavirus, but that hasn’t stopped museums, galleries, and fairs from developing virtual events that can be enjoyed from the comfort of one’s own home. Below, AD PRO rounds up the industry happenings—from exhibition openings to educational sessions—that are worth tuning in to this month. Check out the AD PRO calendar for more.
CES 2021
Though many conferences have had to transition to digital formats amid the pandemic, no pivot was as fitting as that of the Consumer Electronics Show, presented by the Consumer Technology Association to uncover the latest innovations and industry solutions. New tech-product launches from Kohler, Samsung, and Bosch, among others, will be unveiled alongside a dialogue series that’s set to cover how advancements have impacted areas of retail, home building, supply chains, and more.
January 11–14
Learn: Tales of Two Architects at Lotusland
The gardens of Lotusland, considered one of Santa Barbara’s greatest estates, have garnered greater acclaim than the residential property’s Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. In this virtual presentation, hosted by the Institute of Classical Architecture’s Southern California chapter, the architecture gets its due. Join Harrison Design’s Anthony Grumbine as he delves into property’s blueprints to study the objectives of architects Reginald Johnson and George Washington Smith.
January 12
Attend: Cover Connect 2021
Spec the latest product debuts from nearly 40 leading rug brands, including CC-Tapis and Warp & Weft, or tune in to dialogues between industry pros such as Bethan Laura Wood and Glenn Pushelberg during Cover Connect’s four-day virtual show focused on handmade floor coverings.
January 12–15
Tour: Art Deco Gods & Goddesses with Chicago Architecture Center Live
Greek gods and goddesses are among the motifs often spotted in Art Deco designs. For a decorative arts movement that embodied the elation of the Roaring ’20s, why the ancient connection? Find out during this virtual walking tour highlighting a select series of Chicago’s Art Deco buildings and the histories behind them.
January 13
Learn: Donald Judd: Color Is Never Unimportant
Presented by Sir John Soane’s Museum Foundation as part of the Soane Lecture Series, “Donald Judd: Color Is Never Unimportant” will survey how pigments and light played a consequential role within Judd’s work. Join Rainer and Flavin Judd, president and artistic director of Judd Foundation respectively, for a dialogue recounting their father’s philosophies on color and how they remain relevant today.
January 14
