As in winter 1996, Rirkrit Tiravanija used the Kölnischer Kunstverein as a refuge for everyone, his projects commonly refer to basic human needs. For his exhibition he didn’t just create a conventional art piece, but rather a space, that was open day and night in the center of Cologne. This space corresponded the exact measurements of Tiravanija’s apartment in New York, and contained all functions like a living room, hallway, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and lavatory. Everyone was able to use this space on offer around the clock. In fact, people cooked, ate, drank, debated and even slept there… – Text by Salon Verlag