Rachel Usher Follows - Our top 10 interior Instagram accounts to follow
Instagram. It’s an outlet for creativity, filled with inspiration or perhaps even escapism with the power to influence our decisions - designers included. Here’s our top 10 interior instagram accounts to follow for a daily dose of dream worthy design.
Instagram. It’s an outlet for creativity, filled with inspiration or perhaps even escapism.
Viewing the world through a screen is perhaps ‘the’ modern-day phenomenon of our time. First it was food, then fitness and now interiors and architecture are also succumbing to the influence of our ever growing relationship with digital media...
Businesses are being challenged to make their physical premises as attractive and on-brand as their digital output, styled to look their best on social media as a way of luring in followers who seek the perfect photo-opportunity. This need is reshaping the design world with Instagram now utilised by many designers as a platform for inspiration and research - not just a means to document their own work.
Here’s our top 10 interior instagram accounts that we follow for a daily dose of note-worthy design inspiration.
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@Gubiofficial
Gubi's dream worthy designs translate into various interior styles, from Contemporary Luxury to Mid-Century and Scandinavian styles. Their instagram is a shrine to the brands iconic designs and shows that - no matter the setting or style - the eye is always drawn Gubi's evolutionary work.
“Designs that stimulate the senses, are beautiful yet usable. GUBI is pursuing perfection with passion and courage. Evolution is the essence.”
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@parisianfloors
Photographer Sebastian Erras explores the world beneath us through his Instagram feed, Parisian Floors - an account like no other. Documenting the colorful floors of Paris and beyond, Erras inspires us all to start watching our step.
“Travelling the world and exploring new cultures is a passion I try to fulfil as much as I can.”
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@haydesign
Contemporary furniture brand Hay have rapidly become synonymous with Scandinavian design, their Instagram feed is reflective of the more playful side to this design movement and feels accessible to all - As cool and casual as the brands founders Mette and Rolf.
“We are inspired by the stable structures of architecture and the dynamics of fashion, which we seek to combine in durable quality products.”
“We celebrate destinations, journeys, processes and the smaller details of life through our imagery.”
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@upshotsheffield
Upshot Espresso passionately believe all of the food and beverages that they offer should be approached with integrity. Their Instagram feed is menu of delicious visuals - beautifully presented dishes and authentic daily snapshots.
“Our approach is to only brew coffee that is traceable, sustainable and impeccably roasted.”
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@theperfecthideaway
The Perfect Hideaway believe that travel feeds the soul and their Instagram account beautifully documents this with design-led properties for the modern traveller.
“It’s not about luxury, it’s about experience. To me, that is heavily influenced by the space itself and the people who created it, and ultimately, how it makes you feel.”
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@riba
The Royal Institute of British Architecture are well-known for their work supporting British Architects. Their Instagram account plays with different aspects of the design process through various types of media - Inspiring to both industry insiders and lovers of design in gerneral.
“We serve our members and society in order to deliver better buildings and places, stronger communities and a sustainable environment. Being inclusive, ethical, environmentally aware and collaborative underpins all that we do.”
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@cerealmag
Cereal is a bi-annual magazine about travel and style and their Instagram feed reflects this with moody contemporary snapshots of various subject matters - from dreamscapes to luxury hotels and fashion.
“Each issue focusses on a select number of destinations, alongside engaging interviews and stories on unique design, art, and fashion.”
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@nichba_design
Founded by Danish metalworker Nicholas . Anderson, Nichba Design utilise Instagram to showcase the brands minimalistic crittal designs which are simple and streamlined whilst honouring traditional manufacturing methods.
“Denmark is a nation of proud craftsmen and I want to represent that too. It is important to me to maintain the traditions and craftsmanship.”
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@thespacesmag
The Spaces is a digital publication which features inspiring residential and commercial buildings that are pushing boundaries and changing how we experience a space.
“Exploring the rich urban fabric of cities across the world, we want to inform and spark new conversations about design and property, while inspiring people to look at their environments differently.”
Triennial Bruges; Architectural artworks
Ever since Triennial Bruges inaugural 2015 debut, contemporary architects and artists from across the globe have been invited to the city, commissioned to create experience based constructions which encourage a thought-provoking social atmosphere. This year, with the overarching theme of ‘Liquid society’, Triennial contemplates our rapidly changing world; as established ways of life are under pressure, what does the future hold?
Triennial Bruges -Architectural artworks.
This year, with the overarching theme of ‘Liquid society’, Triennial Bruges contemplates our rapidly changing world through architecture; as established ways of life are under pressure, what does the future hold?..
International artists and architects were invited to think about this question, in particular the consequences of liquidity in the city, in an age where nothing seems certain. The result is 15 works of art, installations and social spaces spanning across the historic city in perhaps unexpected places. The objective is to encourage people not only to view each artwork but to experience them and become part of the creative process. Here's what we think are the top five architectural experiences from the pavilions showcased...
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OBBA - The Floating Island
Designed by Sojung Lee and Sangjoon Kwak, the duo behind Korean architectural firm OBBA, ‘The Floating Island’ makes walking on water a reality. Located on the canals near Snaggaardbruf, the environment provides a whole new perspective of the city, covering over 100 square metres. The installation is surrounded by green islands, all accessible to the public to take a break, stroll along or make time for enjoying the surroundings - relaxing on hammocks or couches which lean right over the water.
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Renato Nicolodi - Acheron I
With several solo exhibitions under his belt, Belgian artist Renato Nicolodi is already well known for his sculptural installations. Acheron I is an installation in the canal, a sombre concrete pavilion leading visitors towards the water - inspired by the Greek word achos; a mythological “river of sorrow” that’s believed to give access to the underworld. The sculpture is intended to “Represent a haven, a gateway between the present, future and the past”.
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Selgascano - Selgascano Pavilion
Spanish architects José Selgas and Lucía Cano of Selgascano Studio are well known for their use of synthetic materials and innovative technologies within design and the Selgascano Pavilion is no exception. Constructed in transparent vinyl, the organic installation floats between the city’s brick buildings along the canal as a spot to stop and take time to absorb the historic surroundings. The location on the canal, which is mostly closed off from the main links, allows for people to wade in or even swim. - subject to water the quality on the day.
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Jarosław Kozakiewicz - Brug
Jarosław creates a contemporary interpretation of the many bridges which span the canal network across the city centre . The artist’s use of metal profiles and canvas creates a bridge which is functional, allowing people to cross, whilst encouraging a brief pause as the installation ends viewing the statue of Niobe by Constant Permeke. The structures design is based upon a proportional system linking to the human face which Jarosław uses as a metaphor for mutual encounters between human beings from the future and past.
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John Powers - Lanchals
The New York-based artist John Powers draws inspiration from the rich history and folklore of Bruges to create the architectural installation; Lanchals. Erecting a meter-high sculpture in the form of a swan’s neck, Power’s links the the piece to the Archduke Maximilian Pieter Lanchals who was killed during an uprising in the 15th century against urban privileges - Legend has it that in memory of this event, the city had to allow 52 swans on to the various canals.
Triennial Bruges 2018 is open to the general public until 16 September 2018. For more information and specific event experiences head to the official Triennial website.