Moon Kyungwon & Jeon Joonho, news from nowhere: Zurich laboratory

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Korean artists MOON Kyungwon and JEON Joonho explore fundamental questions about contemporary civilization amid political, socioeconomic, and ecological shifts. Their exhibition project, initiated in 2012, is based on a postapocalyptic scenario where humanity, nearly extinct, must reassess its long-held beliefs. Premiering at Documenta (13), this evolving ensemble fosters interdisciplinary dialogue, inviting experts from product and fashion design, architecture, urban planning, and biotechnology to engage with pressing issues. The exhibition "News from Nowhere: Zurich Laboratory" at the Migros Museum für Gegenwartskunst features collaborations with Urban-Think Tank and the Future Cities Laboratory, both associated with ETH Zurich, focusing on community formation and construction. The artists have transformed the gallery into an interactive space for communication. This monographic publication accompanies the exhibition, offering an in-depth exploration of "News from Nowhere." It includes a comprehensive overview of previous exhibition locations in Kassel and Chicago, alongside documentation of the Zurich project. Additionally, the book discusses the role of art in today's world, addressing cultural and economic questions. Published with Migros Museum für Gegenwartskunst, Zurich.