This Design Platform Connects Designers to Artisans | HUR Reads
By Wim Langedijk for HURS
This Design Platform Connects Designers to Artisans
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Bright Star With Emily Blunt
Writer Katie Berrington speaks with British actor Emily Blunt. Since her role as Emily in ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, Blunt has played in countless movies including ‘The Girl on the Train’, ‘A Quiet Place’ and will soon be starring in new miniseries ‘The English’. The two women discuss the landscape for women in the industry, Blunt’s great reputation in the industry and motherhood.
PORTER
There’s no stopping this young gallerist. 26-year-old Cierra Britton opened her eponymous gallery in New York this September, which has seen instant success. Britton’s focus is on exhibiting and representing works by women of color. Writer Ayanna Dozier speaks with the gallerist about her trajectory, the gallery and the industry at large.
ARTSY
Cate Blanchett doesn’t really need an introduction. The Australian actor has done everything. From independent films to blockbusters to theater. This time, Blanchett takes on a new thriller series ‘Disclaimer’ for Apple TV. Writer Louis Wise and Blanchett discuss her recent projects, her career and her love of fashion.
HOW TO SPEND IT
Æquō is a collectible design platform, aiming to redefine the dialogue between makers, design and materials through the creation of furniture and interior objects. The platform was founded by Indian creative and entrepreneur Tarini Jindal Handa and is based in Mumbai. The platform is almost a matchmaker for design, exposing international contemporary designers to all that Indian artisans and makers have to offer.
WALLPAPER
A great deep dive by writer Sarah Kim into the accessibility of the beauty industry. There are so many products in the industry that simply aren’t made for everyone. For the beauty industry to become truly inclusive, that needs to change. Kim speaks with various advocates who are pushing for change.