Are you not convinced by the idea of the hot tub? It doesn´t matter! at the auction there are more bids that are equal to or as exciting as this one. Such as a ride through London in the private helicopter of Norman Foster, but this offer is without him, you can enjoy a privileged view of its iconic designs in the city. Test the smoke ring in the new plant chimney Power Station in Copenhagen, piece of techno kitsch, this shipwreck from the era of icons designed by BIG; or a have a walk with Jeanne Gang to see birds in Central Park "Add this to your list of life" advises Van Alen Institute.
Despite offering a host of prizes with popular architects, the online auction organised by the Van Alen Institute, a prominent New York-based architecture institution, has only attracted 23 bids since it launched on 6 May.
These are some of the awesome experiences:
Liam Gillick, Genomic Library Calculator Tattoo,
"For the bold: Artist Liam Gillick will design a custom tattoo for you based on the concept of DNA cloning. The inscribed equation defines the number of clones required to create your DNA library. Take the design to your chosen tattoo parlor, or allow Liam to recommend his prefered practitioner."
Michael Maltzan Be-Spoke LA Bike Tour,
"Join architect Michael Maltzan on his weekly cycling excursion through Los Angeles. Together you'll pass some of the city’s iconic mid-century and contemporary architecture before arriving at a Maltzan-designed private residence in Beverly Hills for a well-earned lunch."
Nada Debs 24 Hours Inside Beirut's Underground Design Scene,
"The "Paris of the Middle East" is fast becoming a contemporary design destination. Nada Debs will serve as your 24-hour guide, starting with a behind-the-scenes visit to the designer's showroom followed by stops at must-see galleries and pedigreed private collections. Debs will accompany you to Beirut's culinary hotspots that you won't find in a tourbook. Top off the day with a trip to the seaside for spectacular views of the city."
Ben van Berkel, Amsterdam Architecture Role-Play,
"Be the Art Vandelay of UNStudio for a day. Ben van Berkel will welcome you into his studio for a day of work and design in Amsterdam: You'll sit in on meetings with power brokers and witness the operations of a major architecture studio. As a midday break, van Berkel will take you to his favorite lunch spot, Odette, to enjoy a well-earned meal."
Didier Faustino, Paris Art Inside Out,
"Enjoy brunch at the Paris studio of architect and artist Didier Faustino, and then make an excursion to meet gallerist Natalie Seroussi in Meudon. You'll explore her stunning property and art collection, which features André Bloc’s sublime Habitacle.You'll work up an appetite, so linger over lunch on the grounds, and then head back to Paris in time to freshen up for dinner and drinks with Didier in the evening. "
Matthew Foley and Eric Petschek, Your Ticket to Instagram Celebrity,
"Join Instagrammers Matthew Foley (@mjfiii) and Eric Petschek (@cb) for an afternoon architecture tour in New York for you and two friends. On your custom tour--you'll devise the list of spectacular spaces together--you'll get a tutorial on how to document your experience digitally from some of the most."closely-followed Instagrammers on the scene."
Descriptions by Paddle8.
Hurry up, time flies and the auction closes on 20 May! Don't miss your chance !
