Mini by Luna

April 10, 2018April 10, 2018 | Design & Culture by Ed

Mini by Luna‘s aim was to bring together woman, kids and well-curated home decorations under the same roof. The two-story space beautifully represents the subtle elegance, sophistication and simplicity of a number of Portuguese and international labels (such as Pomandère, American Vintage, Osklen, Tocoto Vintage, Aden & Anais, April Showers and Mes Demoiselles). It’s one of my favourite addresses in Lisbon for a reason – the garments you will find here are seasonless, and they perfectly convey this kind of laid-back, always sunny style the locals have here. And all those baskets! Aah. If you’re here, you can’t ignore the shoes by another Portuguese label called Maray. Those hand-made, leather babouches (nicely finished with tassels and other details) are a must-buy.

Rua Dom Pedro V 74 / Lisbon

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All photos by Edward Kanarecki.

Lisbon

April 9, 2018 | Design & Culture by Ed

I’ve been quite absent on the site lately, as me and my family went for a spring break to Portugal and Spain. And, I’ve found my new love: it’s Lisbon. From Chiado to Alfama district, from the laundry dried on the streets to the most precious ornaments in Church of Sao Roque, Lisbon is full, but full of beauty. And of always smiling people, delightful food (really, wherever you go – a post on my favourite eating spots in the city is coming soon) and art! Here are some of the moments I’ve captured, while walking down the hilly, sun-drenched streets and during the moon-lit evenings.

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In case of art, the Portuguese capital is booming with impressive museums. If you’re around the town for a day or two, don’t miss Museu Coleção Berardo, one of the largest private collections of contemporary art in the world. The permanent exhibition contains works by Andy Warhol, James Turrell, Jeff Koons, Louise Bourgeois, Nan Goldin and many, many more. Until the 3rd of June, there’s also the No place like home exhibition that creates a conceptual dialogue between domestic spaces, utilities and modern art. For a stark contrast, later on check out the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, which will shook you with European masters and some of the greatest works of Renaissance. A must visit as well.

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Don’t worry – more of Lisbon (plus Portuguese seaside and Sevilla in Spain) is around the corner!

All photos by Edward Kanarecki.

Amber in Holiday

April 2, 2018March 26, 2018 | Design & Culture by Ed

Amber Valletta by Annemarieke van Drimmelen for Holiday Magazine N°378.

#InstaLOVE – March 2018

March 21, 2018July 30, 2018 | Design & Culture by Ed

@charlieengman

I am an Instagram maniac and I openly confess that I spend too much time on filtering my feed. But it’s irresistible, when you have so many great accounts to follow! If you are ready for a dose of beautifully curated walls, inspiring photos and delightful shots – see my March recommendations!

@maryam_nassir_zadeh / And again, I’m writing about Maryam! Her fashion is as captivating, as her feed, filled with those tiny day-to-day details, showroom moments, Moroccan souks and occasional outfit pics (they’re the best).

@benjaminbruno_ / Benjamin Bruno is the stylist behind brands like Loewe and some of the best editorials in e.g. Self Service. Don’t expect anything usual from him – those are visuals to love for days.

@miragemagazine / Another cold, grey day? Well, the summer mood captured by Mirage Magazine is here to cure your winter-ish spring melancholy.

@charlieengman / In his photography, Charlie Engman captures reality, which in fact isn’t that usual. Some of those pictures will make you feel uncomfortable, while others – like the one with the deer – will keep you staring for a long time!

@adrienchenel / Adrien Chenel is not only an antiquaire, but an antics collector who takes photos of his ancient finds in a very chic, Parisian way. With a drink, with a cigarette or with a beautiful friend. You want one of those Roman hands right away.

AND, if you want to follow one more account on Instagram… why don’t you follow, ta-da, @designandculturebyed?

Markthalle IX

March 16, 2018 | Design & Culture by Ed

That’s Berlin – you go down the street and suddenly find a place you never want to leave. Exactly this happened to us when we came across Markthalle IX in the Kreuzberg district. As the name suggests, it’s a ‘market hall’. But not that usual. Actually, it contains dozens of local butcheries, stalls with bio-vegetables and pop-ups of Berlin’s trending restaurants. There are freshly cut flowers and wild oysters; there’s salami in every possible size and taste and even Italian patisserie. The best part – you can try everything. And eat one of the best lunches in Berlin, if you find an empty bench! I tell you, this place is worth a visit.

Eisenbahnstraße 42/43 / Berlin