My Copenhagen, by Simon Larsen

We invited Simon Larsen to give us his 'top 10 places' of the city where he spends most of his time. See the streets of the Danish capital through the eyes of one of its natives.

There is magic to somewhere that has secrets and wilderness

Vancouver Island is one of Canada’s great treasures and houses one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse ecosystems. David Ward explores the magic of this beautiful place.

Blossoming in Japan – Lodestars Anthology’s latest adventure.

Lodestars Anthology has just released its latest issue – JAPAN. We caught up with creative director Liz Schaffer and asked Liz to share with us her favourite images and her impression of this Far East nation.

Author Dave Thompson Discusses the Intriguing Darkness of Britcoms

Author Dave Thompson has written more than one hundred books on popular culture. In his latest book, Britcom FAQ, Thompson explores the history of British sitcoms, how they directly relate to past and current social climates.

The Sound Of Spring

Commuting to work is seen as a nuisance by most. But as a commuter myself I feel quite differently. I really enjoy spending the time looking out the windows of buses and trains, seeing how the colours of the landscape change over time ...

The art of popping-up

When a permanent store in a specific place just isn't quite the answer, did someone say pop-up?

The Misrepresentation of the Roma People in Popular Culture

Cultural stereotypes often dictate the way society views foreign traditions, religions and mentalities. In recent years, we have finally been introduced to new voices representing a variety of cultural backgrounds but there’s still a long way to go

The burden is all our pleasure – Lucy Dacus an LP review

No Burden, an LP observing the complexities of the self in relation to others. Lucy Dacus uses her dulcet voice to generate new and exciting music whilst the style being firmly cemented in a rich musical history.

Winter Diary by Robin Lucas

In 2016, New Heroes and Pioneers profiled the up and coming Garden and Interior Designer and Illustrator, Robin Lucas. We recently caught up with Robin to learn about his latest projects and what he has generally been up to the past few months.

Understanding the Role of the Photographer: An Interview with Uroš Abrams

Most artists and photographers are quick to offer stories of an epiphanic moment that led them to pursue their chosen path; not Uroš Abram. The Slovenian photographer nonchalantly explains that his passion was born from lazy curiosity.

A night in with the cinema – flicking through a cultivated and considered choice of ‘flicks’.

Having a choice is fundamental to our television and film viewing habits. As an avid consumer of movies and feature length films, it is important to be able to find titles that satisfy my mood and need for cinema.

Creating Gardens of Eden – A talk with London Terrariums

We had the opportunity to visit London Terrariums, an urban plant crafting outfit based in the near Peckham. Heading the workshop is Emma Sibley, who for the past couple of years has been creating intricate gardening landscapes inside glass vessels.

The Idealist: De-Mystifying the Design Process

At the end of a working day in a sparse office environment, nothing feels better than arriving at home. Our homes are an extension of ourselves – colour, material and décor choices convey a lot more about our individual personalities than we...

The Sand and the Hourglass – An interview with artist and traveling chef of OITF, Jim Denevan

Wildly interesting human being, sand artist and traveling culinary impresario responsible for Outstanding in the Field, Jim Denevan offers NHP some sound time to share what it’s like being a maker of experiences and spanning time.

The art of getting lost…but on purpose. 

Getting lost is quite a hard thing to do nowadays...but purposefully doing so (or metaphorically at least) is the idea behind the Lost In city guides. Matt Porter tried his luck at getting "lost" on three recent trips.

Söderberg och Sara’s ‘bake until’ golden touch

Is there really a recipe for success? If so, then Sweden’s own Söderberg och Sara have it written down somewhere, pulling it out for every new culinary outpost they create. The first rule of S-o-S: Never repeat yourself.

Photo Spread – The Natural talent of Milla Koivisto

Milla Koivisto is a photographer, writer, filmmaker and artist with a focus on environmental issues. Her interests lies in the natural world and our connections and relationship with it, with a particular interest in the remote parts of our planet.

Zotter, Wrapping Chocolate for Artistic Souls

Zotter's art director Andreas H. Gratze treats chocolate bars as canvases. Inspired by flavours, his quirky illustrations transform the chocolate experience into an artistic encounter.

The Art Spot – Porto’s guide to great design 5/5

In our Porto guide we highlight its art district, AKA “The art spot” thanks to its growing stash of galleries, studios and design boutiques. Here we highlight the best it has to offer just for you. Can you hear it? Porto is calling.

The pen and the palette – Interview With food critic Anna Berghe

What does it take to be a food critic people follow? We set out to find out. Discover what not just makes a good critic, but more importantly- where the critics go when they want to throw a party for their taste buds in a convivial atmosphere.

Porto’s Best Live Performance And Festivals 4/5

We highlight the vibrant Porto live performance scene with recommendations by our curator and award winning performer, Emanuel Sousa. He shares tips for both audiences and performers alike. Get your notebooks out kids.

Odiseo, An Erotic Odyssey with Literary and Visual Arts

Erotic imagery that is more than meets the eye... Odiseo is curated to connect the dots between imagination, art and eroticism.

Pretty (Cool) Paper Dolls

Anna Nilsson’s paper doll series is anything but flat. Peopled with vivacious personalities, attitude and self possession, these characters leap off the page into a world where fantasy discos with reality in perfect time, exquisitely illustrated.

Making Cereal – A conversation with creative director Rich Stapleton

We interviewed Rich Stapleton, creative director and co-founder of Cereal. He lists the three essentials it takes to publish what is literary/visual crack to lovers of good taste and an enviable lifestyle.

A gem of a guesthouse in Porto’s art district 1/5

In the heart of Porto is ROSA ET AL, a contemporary guesthouse created by two talented siblings. Inspired by their own travels while growing up this ‘bed and brunch’ boutique hotel is a dream for those who love travel, art and what’s beautiful.

Menswear Essentials – the company essentially doing it right.

Menswear essentials quintessentially make up the majority of my wardrobe. They provide a clean and simple ‘uniform’ in which I can present myself in a whole host of settings.  

The first time I saw Pride & Prejudice

You know when you smell something and suddenly you remember every detail of a person? Like a perfume that makes you remember how your teenage crush used to dance, or how they walked and talked. Well, for me it starts with a cup of tea...

Women in Jazz

When I say 'jazz', who do you think of? Miles Davis, Duke Ellington or Dizzy Gillespie? And who would you name if I said 'women in jazz'? Billie Holiday for sure. Probably Ella Fitzgerald. Oh, and what's-her-name... Anita O'Day. I like them all

The Introvert’s Way: Reading in London

I hum to myself "I want the world to stop", and go to a place where it is actually possible. Every now and again, I do my readings in Chelsea Physic Garden - a hidden gem for the introverted Londoner.

Playlist – Cover Story

I've always loved a good cover. It gives you a chance to enjoy a song you like in a new way. I also love that there is no end to what you can do with a song. Change the tempo? Yes please. Change the genre? Of course. Change the language? Bien sûr!