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An award-winning writer of both fiction and non-fiction, Lara Kristin Herndon has covered pop culture, art, architecture, design, and many other topics since 1995. Sometimes credited as Kris Herndon, Ms. Herndon’s byline has appeared in The New York Times, Reader’s Digest, O the Oprah Magazine, Entrepreneur, Wired, Metropolis, Think, Stop Smiling, Paste, Art Papers, Architecture Boston, and many other publications. She is a frequent contributor to the album-cover blog Cover Our Tracks, and her writing has been featured on Refinery29, BuzzFeed, Everlast, The Little Blue Marble, Majuscule, The Watercooler HQ, and Common Edge Collaborative. In 2018, her opinion piece, “The Wealthy Are Poised for the End of the World,” won Best Op-Ed from the American Society of Journalists and Authors, and in 2015 her essay, “Personal Growth,” was featured in O’s Little Book of Happiness alongside such notable contributors as Elizabeth Gilbert, Neil DeGrasse Tyson, Brené Brown, Jane Smiley, and Roxane Gay.
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The Wealthy Are Poised for the End of the World. What Does That Tell Us About Their Interest in the Present?
The article discusses the trend among the wealthy to invest in real estate with doomsday-prepping features such as panic rooms, safe rooms, and self-sustaining energy sources. The author reflects on this phenomenon through personal experiences in Greenwich, Connecticut, a town known for its affluent residents. The article suggests that the focus on doomsday-ready properties may indicate a lack of investment in the present society by the wealthy. It draws parallels between modern luxury bunkers and ancient Egyptian tombs, implying that both serve as a defense against the inevitability of death rather than practical living spaces. The piece also touches on the broader themes of wealth disparity and the psychological impact of contemplating doomsday scenarios.
Managing Amenities in a Post-COVID World
In Manhattan, the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the reimagining of co-op and condo amenities, with industry innovators finding new value in these features. Elite Amenity Management co-founders Andrew Meditz and Michael Zuchelli, along with others like architect Michael Leclere and construction firm owner Moshe Cohen, discuss the increased importance of amenities and the adaptations made to comply with health regulations. Unused spaces have been repurposed, and amenities like fitness centers and pools have adapted to allow for social distancing. The Elite Amenity app has facilitated reservation systems for amenities, ensuring compliance with capacity restrictions and enhanced cleaning protocols. The sentiment is that amenities will continue to be crucial in a post-COVID world, especially with the potential for future lockdowns.
Cohen Foundation Partners with Stamford Health in Vaccine Program
Stamford Health received a grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation to expand its 'No Barriers' Vaccination Equity Program, which promotes equitable COVID-19 vaccine distribution. The program will now include door-to-door outreach in communities heavily impacted by the pandemic, focusing on vaccine education and assistance in locating vaccination sites. Stamford Health has been recognized for its patient care quality and has administered over 117,000 vaccine doses. The Cohens, Greenwich residents, have supported various local COVID-19 relief efforts through their foundation.
Emerging design entrepreneurs refine the art of finding and nurturing new work.
The article discusses four emerging furniture and design companies: La Chance, One Nordic, The Future Perfect, and Muuto. La Chance, based in Paris, focuses on natural materials and sustainable design, rejecting disposable trends. One Nordic from Helsinki emphasizes flat-pack shipping, no-tools assembly, and a minimalist aesthetic. The Future Perfect, with locations in New York City and San Francisco, values natural and sustainable materials in their upholstery and has strong relationships with designers. Muuto, from Copenhagen, is dedicated to Scandinavian design and supports emerging talent through the Muuto Talent Award. All four companies share a commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and nurturing new design talent, while also considering the practical aspects of manufacturing and distribution.
What Boxing Taught Me About Love
The author recounts a traumatic experience that occurred when she was 32, living in Washington Heights. While walking home from work one evening in mid-October, she encountered a man in a park near the George Washington Bridge. The man attempted to disguise his intentions by initially saying romantic things, but he also made threatening remarks, indicating he had been watching her and knew where she lived. The situation escalated when he told her she was going to die that night, implying an attempt to rape her. The article serves as a personal narrative highlighting the issue of safety and violence against women.
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