In the darkest time of the year, one may discover the most unique and noteworthy. Since November 9th, 2009, Berlin has been home to the most unusual tropical garden 18 square meters have to offer. This small climatic wonder, titled “Ultra-Nursing”, is practically hidden in a common Berlin-style courtyard at Torstrasse 96 and shows what can be achieved when art and commerce effectively synergize, rather than elbowing one another in search of the advantage. The concept of Resident Artist, Swen Kählert, materialized in cooperation with the renowned Italian bag manufacturer, sissirossi, and radicalfuture.

Temporary Store sissirossi • Lucas Carrieri Art Gallery • Berlin

Embedded in the art installations, “Ultra-Nursing“ and “Studio 96”, sissirossi presents their newest collection of handcrafted bags until January, 2010, in their first temporary store worldwide. A unique knowledge about workmanship and coloring techniques, as well as extreme courage to take the time necessary, ensures that each single piece is extraordinary. Studio 96 is the name of the Atelier, in which Swen Kählert will continue his work on an elaborate sculpture. This ideal situation created to dedicate one’s self completely to a theme, has also forged a conceptual bridge to sissirossi. With this project, the company has started an endeavor to sponsor artistic concepts, which build a worthwhile connection between art and commerce. Also, in the future, sissirossi seeks to support engaged artists and is developing relationships within the regional cultural scene.

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