Festen Creates Interiors That Transcend Trends | HUR Reads
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Festen Creates Interiors That Transcend Trends
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Gritty Marseille, France, Is Now a Haven for Creatives
Marseille might not be the first city on your mind when you think of the Cote D’Azur. But over the past few years there’s been a surge of new energy, with chefs, creatives, artists and entrepreneurs flocking to France’s second-largest city for a fresh start. Writer Lindsey Tramuta lists some of the key places to stay, eat, drink, visit and shop.
THE NEW YORK TIMES
Writer Ian Phillips speaks to the French couple behind design firm Festen. Charlotte de Tonnac and Hugo Sauzay launched their design agency in 2011, after they both graduated in interior design from Camondo School. Their philosophy to always focus on creating interiors that last while creating relevance through simplicity has made the duo a sought-after choice. De Tonnac and Sauzay have recently worked on Les Roches Rouges, Hôtel Pigalle in Paris as well as a range of private residences throughout Europe.
1st DIBS INTROSPECTIVE MAGAZINE
The 19-year-old activist from South-London has been campaigning for free school meals for three years. It all started during the pandemic, where Adane’s petition influenced the government to change its policy. But Adane isn’t slowing down. She’s asking the government to provide an additional 800.000 children in the UK with free school meals. These children are living in poverty, but are not eligible under current rules. Writer Ajesh Patalay speaks with Adane about politics and propelling change.
HOW TO SPEND IT
After taking a step back from tennis, Serena Williams is now focusing on recovery. With the launch of her brand Will Perform, a range of pain-relief and muscle-care products, Williams wants to support both athletes and those of us with everyday aches or pains. Williams founded the company with CPG executive Hank Mercier and Eric Ryan, who founded Method, Olly and Welly. Writer Lindy Segal gives us a breakdown of the brand, the opportunity and Williams’ connection to recovery.
FAST COMPANY
Over the past two years we’ve seen explosive growth in the celebrity beauty brand sector. The market is oversaturated, and often still comes with the prejudice that a celebrity brand can never be as effective as something launched by a doctor or beauty professional. Cristina Montemayor breaks down the current beauty industry, why we’re tired of celebrity brands and the opportunity for professional brands to take back control.