The Instagram Interior Trap
By Wim Langedijk for HURS
The Instagram Interior Trap
HUR Reads is our definitive shortlist of the most prominent articles from around the web.
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Maggie Harrison’s War on Wine
Maggie Harrison is breaking new ground in the world of wine. The owner behind winery Antica Terra, in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, has been celebrated for her unconventional approach to winemaking. Harrison’s synesthesia – a condition that stimulates two senses instead of one – has had an impact on how she makes wine as she often sees colors and tastes flavors when she smells different wines. Writer Alex Halberstadt speaks with the renowned winemaker who isn’t afraid to speak her mind.
THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE
A great article by writer Jessica Wapner on the challenges of listening to our bodies. While our bodies continuously send us signals about our wants and needs, these signals are something difficult to interpret. Wapner explores a range of different studies, showcasing that we’re not always successful at understanding what our bodies are trying to tell us.
THE NEW YORKER
The rise of social media has led to a singular aesthetic when it comes to interior design. In this article, writer Romany Williams explores the “Instagram apartment” trend – apartments designed to be photographed. It leaves homes feeling cold, uninviting and inauthentic. Williams shares a few tips on how to escape the Instagram apartment trap.
SSENSE
Brigitte Lacombe is one of the most celebrated fashion photographers of our time. She’s worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Yves Saint Laurent, Karl Lagerfeld, and Anna Wintour. In this interview, Lacombe discusses her approach to photography, her philosophy on life, and her advice for aspiring photographers.
THE TALKS
If there’s one person who’s taste we trust, it’s architect and designer Vincent van Duysen. Writer Victoria Woodcock speaks with the Antwerp-based minimalist about some of his favorite things, including his dachshunds, his collection of vintage furniture and his favorite building.