Autumn reading
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It's cocooning season, and what better time to catch up on some thoughtful design articles. Make a hot beverage, find a comfy chair. Here are five pieces that recently made me slow down and appreciate:
On disposable stuff
At guy with an eye, we often talk about collecting vintage objects as a form of sustainability. Savouring objects that have been around for decades is a way to course correct, veering away from constant pursuit of the new.
Although this piece in The Walrus is about clothing, it's a similar prompt to take stock of how we consume.
Monika Warzecha
On using your space
The living room as unused showroom has become a thing of the past. So what are the creative possibilities in the here and now? This New York Times piece is a rousing survey of ways to fully occupy this space. Spoiler alert: one of the solutions includes a secret door.
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On yesterday's optimism
Forward-looking designs from the past have an enduring power in the present. This Financial Times piece explores some of the reasons.
Aimee Farrell
On overlooked subjects
Have you ever peered into an old photograph and found yourself marvelling at long-forgotten objects in the background? You'll love this New Yorker piece about the value of photographing the everyday bric-à-brac we usually consider unworthy of attention.
On print culture
A few weeks back, we looked at magazines as decor, and visited two Toronto magazine shops that are local treasures. Shortly afterwards, I found out that the second stop on our tour is closing at the end of November due to a big rent increase. This heartbreaking CBC piece includes all the details.
If you live in Toronto, head by Presse Internationale at 537 Bloor Street West to express your appreciation and get some great magazines while you're at it.
Thank you for reading.
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