The website enpundit.com has thousands of articles on art, design and technology. Its multifaceted selection of topics ensures that nearly everyone can find something pertaining to his/her interest. One article, “A Positive Light on Negative Space by Artist Tang Yau Hoong,” shows how the artist plays with the idea of negative space. Usually, I think of negative space as something that is empty, a part of the document or art piece that helps provide balance for the true design it surrounds or cuts through. However, Tang Yau Hoong’s artwork utilizes the negative space so that it becomes an apparent active part of the design. Many of his works feel almost like optical illusions; they provide two different worlds within the same piece.
Another article I enjoyed is “Quite Possibly the Most Gorgeous Office Space Ever,” which includes photos of Urban Outfitters’ office space in Philadelphia. The article explores how the office strikes a balance between old and new, original and renovated. The exposed pipes and wooden beams in the ceiling contrast with the pops of bright color provided by the swivel desk chairs and couch pillows, which also lend softness. All of the industrial elements might seem cold, but they become interesting and beautiful when paired with natural elements of plants and water features. It reminds me of good feng shui principles, which call for a balance amongst all of the elements in order to maintain strong, flowing energy throughout the rooms. Even though it is an office, I would like to live there.
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