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Budapest, 11 March 2026 — Zoltán Lonovics' exhibition, ‘Sanctuary Reframed,’ is now open at the Promenade Gallery on the ground floor of Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest.

In his latest works, Lonovics builds upon the forms and colours recognisable from his earlier series as a starting point, taking them further to create new pieces. His artistic creations transport visitors to novel worlds that not only straddle the boundary between fine art and graphic design but also draw connections to the vibrant performing arts scene and the alternative, even underground, world.

In his latest paintings and giclée prints, he incorporates his anthropomorphic work photos, originally taken during fashion shoots, in a collage-like style, with them being damaged, blurred or distorted. He continues to employ the embroidery technique featured in his earlier works, utilising special materials, a characteristic colour palette and the striking, unique elements that define his style. The English word ‘sanctuary’ denotes a place of refuge or a sacred space, underscoring the artist's intimate, inspiring and personal experiences, which also serve as an artistic refuge for him. Alongside human faces, legs and hands, transformer-inspired or robotic bird and dinosaur-like heads appear on the special velvet surfaces, which, when used together, form innovative compositions.

 The faces depicted by Lonovics, which draw inspiration from techno and popular culture, are somewhat reminiscent of the cubist head depictions by Juan Gris, Paul Klee and Pablo Picasso. In his works, anthropomorphic motifs are deliberately distorted, yet their visual language preserves elements of their traditional meaning.

 Through messages that bridge high art and popular culture, Lonovics' works create meaningful, timeless emotional and intellectual experiences for everyone, consistently inspiring further reflection.

 During his studies at MOME, Lonovics became the art director of The Room magazine, a bilingual, biannual publication produced in Budapest focusing on fashion and contemporary art. The magazine was distributed in major European cities and New York. Lonovics is currently the art director of Móra Kiadó, one of Hungary's leading book publishers, and also teaches at two institutions: Metropolitan University and KREA – School of Contemporary Arts.
 

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About Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest: Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest defines contemporary luxury in its outfitting and service in the heart of Budapest. Boldly modern and recently redesigned and renovated, it offers 307 splendid rooms and 43 chic suites. A signature concept, Gastronomic Quarter Downtown Budapest includes Hungarian-Viennese ÉS Bisztró, ÉS Deli, New Japanese Nobu Restaurant, The Living Room and Blue Fox The Bar. Kempinski The Spa features a unique hungarymud® treatment as well as VOYA luxury products and routines. The Promenade Gallery shows modern Hungarian art. Ten Rooms is the hotel’s MICE solution delivered on a full floor of flexible spaces, while The Kitchen Caters provides full-service catering management at or outside Kempinski Corvinus.

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About Kempinski: Created in 1872, Kempinski Group is Europe's oldest luxury hospitality company. Kempinski's rich heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Today, the Kempinski Group operates 73 hotels and residences in 30 countries and has more than 22 prestigious projects currently under development around the globe. Each five-star hotel reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of its heritage; each one imbues the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while embracing the cultural traditions of its location. The portfolio comprises historic landmark properties, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts and prestigious residences. Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world's largest alliance of independent hotel brands. 

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About Ar2day Gallery: Since 2009, the Ar2day Gallery has represented young, exceptionally talented and well-educated artists who, with their unique style, have already achieved international success in addition to contributing to the domestic contemporary art scene. The main goal of the gallery's founder and owner, Ildikó Benkő, is to promote high-quality contemporary Hungarian art both abroad and at home among collectors and the younger generation. She also aims to ensure that as many people as possible come to know, appreciate, love and wish to live with works of art. Since 2013, the Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Promenade Gallery has hosted exhibitions of Ar2day artists.

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