Saint Sebastian Today: Restoring the Sacred and Preserving Memory
In the heart of Europe, from Lombardy to Occitania, churches dedicated to Saint Sebastian are being quietly brought back to life. Once built as acts of faith during plagues or as symbols of protection for villages and towns, these chapels and sanctuaries now face a different kind of threat—time, erosion, and indifference. Yet in 2024, across France and Italy, dozens of these sacred sites are undergoing meticulous restoration, thanks to a growing network of artisans, historians, municipalities, and citizens who refuse to let their heritage disappear.
Why We Built Libraries — And What It Changed for Us
At S.MARTY, we believe that a library is more than a room filled with books. It is a personal universe. A mirror of who you are, what you love, and how you think. In today’s fast-paced digital world, we design spaces where time slows down, thoughts deepen, and identity takes form.
On the 160th Anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland: Part 1 - A Portrait of the White Rabbit
The narrative commences with the striking appearance of the White Rabbit, a moment that Alice perceives as extraordinary. After all, she has never encountered a rabbit sporting a pocket watch, let alone one adorned with a waistcoat!
Flash Mob for Saint Sebastian’s Day: “Even the Strong Need Support, and the Weak Can Help”
We often draw a clear line between aesthetic pleasure and practical life. Despite feeling better physically after a classical music concert or viewing artwork, we stubbornly refuse to consider this improvement as something worth reflecting on. Yet, art can surprise us in a very practical way.
Apple as a Driver of Individualism Ideology
In today’s world, nothing is valued more than individuality and distinctiveness. It’s not enough to simply excel at something — what truly matters is doing something that no one else can replicate.
Idea of Time, Part III: A New Challenge
The relationship between humans and time is most clearly manifested in creative fields, such as architecture.
The Story Behind the Construction of the Walt Disney Concert Hall
The Walt Disney Concert Hall, located in downtown Los Angeles, stands as one of the most iconic architectural masterpieces of the 21st century. It’s not just a concert venue but a symbol of artistic vision, innovation, and perseverance.
Idea of Time, Part II: The Magic Number 100
Before Nietzsche's "revelation" at around 1880, there was a cohesive system of meanings that had been formed and preserved over centuries.
Idea of Time, Part I: The Problem of Values
For centuries, Europeans lived within a cohesive culture that encompassed all aspects of life, shaping them into a unified whole.
Your Health Under Protection: The Unexpected Secret of an Artistic Theme
We often draw a clear line between aesthetic pleasure and practical life. Despite feeling better physically after a classical music concert or viewing artwork, we stubbornly refuse to consider this improvement as something worth reflecting on.
Individuality vs. Personality: Unpacking the Nuances of Human Identity
The terms "individuality" and "personality" are often used interchangeably in contemporary discourse, suggesting a shared understanding of what it means to be a unique human being.