Interior Designer Rose Uniacke takes on New York and Other Reads This Week
By Wim Langedijk for HURS
Interior Designer Rose Uniacke takes on New York, and Other Reads This Week
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How Julie Blum and Sophie Buhai Are Spearheading an Art Deco Revival
Parisian gallerist Julie Blum and New York jewellery designer Sophie Buhai have joined forces to revive art deco for their contemporary audience. Their collaboration seamlessly blends Blum's curatorial expertise with Buhai's design sensibilities, resulting in pieces that pay homage to classic art deco motifs while appealing to modern tastes. This partnership not only highlights the timelessness of the art deco movement but also introduces its elegance to a new generation of enthusiasts.
HOW TO SPEND IT
British interior designer Rose Uniacke has been commissioned to redesign New York City's historic Jane Hotel. Originally opened in 1908 as the American Seamen’s Friend Society Sailors’ Home and Institute, the Jane Hotel was bought by hotelier Jeff Klein in 2022 with plans to convert it into an East Coast branch of his exclusive San Vicente Bungalows club. Uniacke's design approach is expected to blend the building's rich history with contemporary elegance, creating a sophisticated environment for the members-only club.
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
A growing number of young men are struggling in the dating world—63% of men under 30 are single, which is almost twice the rate of women in the same age group. Dating norms are shifting, and guys are facing more accountability for things like ghosting and general poor behavior. Plus, a large portion women are more aware of things like political and ideological views with dating now also. At the same time, many young men are becoming more risk-averse when it comes to dating, avoiding rejection altogether.
VOX
The term "ugly" has been explored in various cultural contexts, often challenging traditional notions of beauty. For instance, the World Association of Ugly People, founded in Italy, advocates for the acceptance and recognition of individuals who don't conform to conventional beauty standards. Similarly, Ugly Models, a London-based modeling agency, specializes in character models, celebrating unique and unconventional appearances. These organizations emphasize that beauty is subjective and encourage a broader appreciation of diverse aesthetics. Experts say the key to solving this isn’t just about dating tips—it’s about helping young men build confidence, social skills, and emotional resilience.
THE NEW YORK TIMES
In Gatesville, Texas, a unique bond has formed between the seven women on death row and the Sisters of Mary Morning Star, a contemplative Catholic order based in Waco. Initiated in 2021 by Deacon Ronnie Lastovica, this relationship has led to spiritual transformations among the inmates, many of whom have embraced Catholicism and become formal affiliates, or Oblates, of the order. The nuns, who lead lives of silence and contemplation, regularly visit the prisoners, offering compassion and support without judgment. This connection has provided the inmates with a renewed sense of hope and community, challenging traditional perceptions of those sentenced to death.