Renowned for his large-scale installations, Korean artist Do Ho Suh continues to deliver impact through both concept and construction. Karma is a brushed stainless steel sculpture that towers seven meters high, both formidable and frightening. From far away, the sculpture appears to be an elegant spine, with each vertebrae gently curving past the next, though a closer look reveals the presence of 98 human figures stacked atop one another. A striding male holds up the remaining 97 who squat and cover the eyes of the one below. A visual representation of Karmic connection, the outdoor installation solicits fear and admiration alike.

    string(8) "Kimberly"
Avatar photo

Kimberly

Kimberly is a graduate from MIT's Department of Architecture, and has recently joined the publication team at MIT OpenCourseWare. While architecture remains her first love, her interests encompass literature – epic poetry and Medieval romances are her favorite – and also fashion.

Tags: ,
    • The Work of Sisan Lee

      Abstraction

      Intriguing sculptures and functional furniture pieces that pair metal with stone, wood, or leather. South…

    • Mirage Gstaad by Doug Aitken

      Abstraction

      A surreal way of experiencing a spectacular landscape. Award-winning American artist and filmmaker Doug Aitken…

    • STRATA by Joe Henry Baker

      Abstraction

      A series of mesmerizing paintings that explore layers of movement. Born in 1989 in London,…

    • Sam Stewart’s Daisy Chain

      Abstraction

      A captivating art exhibition filled with sculptures that offer a whimsical take on furniture and…

    • Crush by Adam Parker Smith

      Abstraction

      A thought-provoking exhibition that offers a new perspective on Greco-Roman and Renaissance sculptures. Artist Adam…

    • Architecture

      An eco-friendly retreat inspired by traditional haystacks. Located in Monferrato in Piedmont, Italy, the Lilelo…

    • Around the World

      A villa inspired by the beauty of nature and slow living principles. London-based, architectural studio…

    • Around the World

      A sustainable, high-end hotel inspired by the natural beauty of a UNESCO world heritage site…

loader