Marcus Guillard

We often talk about third spaces as neutral ground between home and work. But neutrality alone isn’t enough. What truly matters is inspiration. Not just a colorful, material-rich office or a cozy, functional home, but a stylistic narrative that takes people on a journey. A space that gives permission to slow down, open up, and imagine something more.

Commitment isn’t just about how long an artwork lasts. It’s about where it shows up, who it serves, and how much trust institutions are willing to place in artists and communities. Temporary art, at its best, isn’t a placeholder. It’s a testing ground. A way to activate spaces, redistribute resources, and invite voices that don’t always fit neatly into permanent commissioning frameworks.

Public art in hospitality spaces serves as a gateway to unique experiences. It has the potential to captivate guests from the moment they set foot into a hotel lobby or a restaurant. Whether it's a striking sculpture ...