New In - May 23
Welcome to your new set of recommendations for May. This month includes; Britain’s first organic pub, a multi-functional stool/storage solution, a modern take on classical music and an unconventional catering service.
Graen is a small, creative studio specialising in horticulture and the practice of growing plants. Previously, they sold design-led gardening products, including their own seed packets, and stocked the likes of Niwaki. After a hiatus and redirection, they're back curating exhibitions through their consultancy with a mission that remains the same; to inspire individuals to connect with nature to reap the well-being benefits, merging with good, quality design.
Italian-born, London-based designer Martino Gamper is a specialist in chair design. As a part of Arnold Circus' regeneration project in 2006, a bandstand situated in Shoreditch, Gamper designed a stool that became the official seating for Friends of Arnold Circus events; concerts, picnics, and community gatherings. We love this stool for its simplicity, stackability, and multi-use from seating to storage, just as much as we enjoy a stroll around Boundary Gardens where the bandstand is located.
The Duke of Cambridge is a beloved pub in Islington, just off Regent's Canal. It's Britain's first organic one at that, serving seasonal ingredients sourced from local growers and farmers and they have a thoughtful collection of sustainably-made craft beers. Their team is friendly and it’s a hub that has a positive impact on the surrounding community.
Award-winning Polish pianist, composer, and singer, Hania Rani's music is a delight. We recently found ourselves with Esja on repeat, her debut studio album which merges classical, electronic, and jazz genres. Rani's talent and ability to convey emotions through her music have garnered international recognition and acclaim. Her father was an architect and she found that this and design had a large influence on her music production. Creating music that is delicate and resonates. We’ve also booked tickets for her 23/24 Tour.
The latest food concept we're obsessing over is Shapes, located in and around Newcastle. They celebrate fresh pasta and small plates. It began with a residency at The Patricia in Jesmond which led to a takeover of Rebel in Heaton and they recently collaborated with Riley's Fish Shop in Tynemouth. This recommendation is a quadruple-threat because we could happily rave about them all, each bringing something special to the north-eastern food culture of the UK.
Studio Nicholson x Gramparents: Senior Snaps
We've spoken about Gramparents before and of course, how could we not love Studio Nicholson? Known for their modular wardrobe and refined approach to dressing, their collections are built on the notion of paring everything back to the essentials. Ageless and durable clothing that transfers from season to season and bypasses trends. So, it does seem perfectly suited that the two are collaborating on a photography exhibition to showcase the timeless style of the older generation. Catch 'Senior Snaps' at Studio Nicholson from Fri 2 - Sun 4 Jun at E8 3SB.
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Written and directed by Noah Baumbach, Marriage Story follows the breakdown of a relationship between Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson's characters; a married NYC-based theatre, stage director, and a resurging actress who has just been offered a new television pilot in L.A. It explores the complexities of a divorce, although amicable, and navigating co-parenting coast-to-coast. The screenplay, acting, and cinematography are exquisite and the soundtrack is composed by Randy Newman which sets the tone. The film has received many accolades; BAFTA, Critics' Choice, Academy Awards and Golden Globes, and despite being released years ago, it's one we consistently re-watch.
