As art exhibitions increasingly venture to unusual places, a trio of curators has taken the pop-up to its logical conclusion: showing in an Airbnb rental in London. The site-specific exhibition is named after its venue’s listing — *New* cosy 1 bed home | Shoreditch | Long Stays — and will have work by 12 contemporary artists that address the notion of “home”, including the impact of today’s gig economy on housing (January 16-March 9 2025, 331 Bethnal Green Road). All areas of the flat will be used, including the bathroom and kitchen, says Charlotte Seux, one of the curators and exhibiting artists.

The idea came about because “trying to find short-term, accessible space in London is extremely difficult”. They are paying £8,000 for a two-month rental, Seux says, supported by the collections management company Wari Art and curatorial platform Project Space.

Their Airbnb host knows about the exhibition. The listing gets five-star reviews, though one recent resident reports that “the sound of the underground trains can be heard inside the apartment . . . If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs!”

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