In this issue of XTRA, we delve into the concept of nuance— an idea that transcends the mere transition from one color to another. It is an invitation to grasp the complexity, fluidity, and interconnectedness of the various dimensions of our reality. Exemplifying this are the installations at the Edit Napoli event, which challenge the boundaries between art and architecture. Here, carpets with their mutable hues and Kengo Kuma’s textile installations beneath ever-changing vaults create an atmosphere suspended between dream and existence.
Similarly, the dreamlike world of Palazzo Talìa in Rome, designed by studiolucaguadagnino, sees a master filmmaker venture into the realm of designing a hotel for flâneurs. Luigi Ghirri’s photographs, on display at the MASI in Lugano, invite us to observe the simplest things, urging us to see the world around us with fresh, more attentive eyes. In the realm of taste—a richly multifaceted sense—nuances play a pivotal role, revealing infinite details: from the most delicate and subtle notes to the most intense and complex ones.
Every flavor is a journey shaped by numerous factors, from the origin of ingredients to their preparation. Cocktails, with their infinite combinations of flavors and colors, perfectly exemplify how nuance can enrich our sensory experience.
Equally captivating is the skillful use of chromatic variations, as seen in the bold pink of the new Jaguar, which accentuates its sculptural lines, or in the interplay of colors in cosmetic containers, enhancing their elegance and refinement. We invite you, therefore, to immerse yourself in the complexity of the world around us, moving beyond appearances to uncover the infinite facets that compose it.