It’s a Barbie world for interior design
The movie that caused a world wide shortage of pink is inspiring an interior design trend that’s a whole lot of fabulous
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As the Barbie movie opens in Australian cinemas this week, the interior design world is bracing itself for an onslaught of pink. Known as ‘Barbiecore’, the style is predominantly mid century in a distinct shade of bright pink. A lot of pink. While the film made headlines for apparently causing a global shortage of the colour, it turns out global paint supplier Rosco was already running low on product when production began.
Starring Australian actor Margot Robbie in the title role and Ryan Gosling as Ken, the film is listed as PG-13. And just as the audience for Barbie is not necessarily kids, so too is the interior style. Once confined to little girls’ rooms, saturated pink is now moving out of the bedroom and making itself at home through the house.
Hardcore lovers of pink can go all in with varying shades of the colour, like Dulux’s Signature Pink or team it with Barbie’s classic brights, such as Dulux Blue Astro. Those who once possessed a Barbie Dreamhouse will know that architecturally, the style is open (walls are very much optional in Barbie’s world), with a nod to mid century design.
While there’s not many who are ready to fully commit to living in a Barbie world, there’s much joy and even comfort to be had even when dipping your toe into this style.
Come on Barbie, let’s go party.
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The G80 Sport makes its entrance, displaying dynamic design details and elevated automative capabilities.
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Juma Al Majid LLC, the exclusive dealer for Genesis in the UAE, has launched the G80 – a cutting-edge luxury sedan. Merging tradition with innovation, this model embodies Genesis‘ relentless pursuit of superior design, state-of-the-art technology, and unmatched luxury.
The new G80 marks a significant milestone in introducing Korean automotive excellence to the UAE, highlighting the brand’s commitment to providing exceptional experiences.
Meticulously crafted, the redesigned G80 adheres to the ‘Athletic Elegance’ design philosophy synonymous with Genesis. This luxury vehicle features refined details and cutting-edge specifications, combining comfort and style to elevate every driving experience to new heights.
“The debut of the all-new G80 in the UAE market propels our vision to converge advanced technology and refined elegance”, stated Suliman Al Zaben, Director of Genesis, UAE. “This launch is a step forward for Genesis in the UAE market and strengthens our efforts to offer ultimate luxury, innovation, and unique design to our incisive customer base.”
With a new dual-mesh design, the G80’s exterior enhances the sophisticated appearance of the Two-Line Crest Grille, paired with iconic Two-Line headlamps featuring Micro Lens Array (MLA) technology. This highlights Genesis’ commitment to harmonizing advanced technology with elegant design. The five 20-inch double-spoke wheels exude a dynamic aesthetic, resembling sleek aircraft lines, complementing the car’s parabolic side profile. Rear diffusers conceal mufflers adorned with distinctive V-shaped chrome trim inspired by the Crest Grille, embodying an eco-conscious ethos in today’s technology-driven era.
The G80 reinforces Genesis’ design philosophy in its interiors, inspired by the uniquely Korean concept of the Beauty of White Space, integrated with state-of-the-art technology to create cosmetic brilliance for users. The 27-inch-wide OLED display seamlessly combines the cluster and AVN (Audio, Video, Navigation) screen in a horizontal layout, extending to the center fascia, showcasing its flair for innovative technology. The touch-based HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system offers ease of control, while the redesigned crystal-like Shift By Wire (SBW) ensures a comfortable grip, infusing a sense of luxurious convenience.
With its dual-layered Crest Grille and expanded air intakes, the G80 Sport package delivers a dynamic and sporty spirit. Exclusive interior options, such as a D-cut steering wheel and carbon accents, enhance its sporty allure. Equipped with Rear Wheel Steering (RWS) and Electronic Limited Slip Differential (E-LSD), the G80 Sport 3.5 twin turbo model is built for stable control during high-speed maneuvers.
Fitted with advanced safety and convenience features, this luxury sedan includes Remote Smart Parking Assist 2, Lane Following Assist 2, and a Fingerprint Authentication System. The three-zone HVAC system provides customized climate control for all passengers. With two powertrain options – a 2.5 turbo engine delivering 300 horsepower and 43.0 kgf·m of torque, and a 3.5 twin turbo engine producing 375 horsepower and 54.0 kgf·m of torque – superior driving dynamics ensure a silent and luxurious driving experience.
Chris Dixon, a partner who led the charge, says he has a ‘very long-term horizon’
Americans now think they need at least $1.25 million for retirement, a 20% increase from a year ago, according to a survey by Northwestern Mutual
