Posts by Laura Santamaria

The Time Is Now

Sixteen years ago, Dr Laura Santamaria conducted a rare and intimate one-to-one interview with James Martin, one of the most influential futurists and thinkers of our time.

Burgh Island Hotel: 100 years of Art Deco

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Lifestyle

In 1925, a Paris exhibition introduced the bold new aesthetic that became Art Deco, where geometry, luxury and modernity merged. A century on, Burgh Island Hotel remains one of the movement’s most evocative survivors, preserving its spirit of innovation and elegance.

Tales from America

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Ethical Shopping

Attending one of the US’s glamorous clothing swap events is a fashion adventure that promises uber-style, sustainability, savings, and social connection. But be warned: sharp elbows and abrasions are to be expected. Pamela Prohoroff writes

Giving Mobiles a Second Life

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Technology

Each year, billions of phones are discarded, adding to the growing e-waste crisis. But there’s a sustainable solution gaining momentum. Refurbished phones are stepping in as the eco-conscious alternative, saving money and reducing our carbon footprint.

How Can Lluc Stole My Heart

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Eco Travel

All Year Round Agrotourism in Ibiza Captures the Essence of Eco-Luxury and Sustainable Living – Sophie Morrow explores how this Mediterranean paradise offers a sustainable escape.

12 Must-Eat Fermented Foods

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Food

Studies have shown that fermented foods are key to living a healthy lifestyle, but which ones are best? Sublime Magazine ranks the top twelve to include in your diet now.

The Social Hub

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Entrepreneurs

Meet Charlie MacGregor, the driving force behind The Social Hub. In this interview, we explore his visionary philosophy and its unique approach to hybrid hospitality, creating inspiring spaces for human connection and growth.

In Praise of Ageing

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Lifestyle

For me it was discovering that I was the oldest player at a hockey tournament. It sounds trivial, I know, but it sure didn’t feel that way.

Justice for the Niger Delta

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In Pictures

Merging Afrofuturism with mysticism, artist Wilfred Ukpong reflects on the crisis of environmental degradation and exploitation in the Niger Delta. His compelling work demonstrates how artmaking can be used as a tool for social empowerment and challenging aggressive colonial practices.