Sydney Shilling

5 days ago | azuremagazine.com | Sydney Shilling

The Creative Entrepreneur"In the creative sector, the word 'entrepreneur' tends to carry negative connotations, conjuring up images of tech-bros or cigar-smoking, megayacht-owning masters of the universe," writes author Carolyn Dailey. It's only natural, then, that for many creatives, their practice takes precedence over the business side. But to be successful, the two must work hand in hand.

5 days ago | azuremagazine.com | Sydney Shilling

In most urban centres, green public space is at a premium. But from Central Park to the Jardin de Luxembourg, these vital, democratic amenities are the social connectors of cities the world over. In Buenos Aires, Parque Tres de Febrero in the Palermo barrio is one such place. The approximately 400-hectare park, the city's largest, is home to the Rosedal de Palermo, a picturesque rose garden, and the Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo, one of the country's most prominent horse racing venues.

1 week ago | azuremagazine.com | Sydney Shilling

If you've heard of haircare brand amika, chances are it's because one of their viral products has graced your social media feed. Although the company was founded in 2007, it has quickly become a TikTok sensation, both for the quality of its sea buckthorn-infused formulas, community-driven social media presence, and, no doubt, the playful aesthetic of its packaging.

2 weeks ago | azuremagazine.com | Sydney Shilling

In our May/June issue, we took stock of how design fairs have evolved over the last half-decade. One thing became clear: While Salone still holds the title of the biggest event in design, Copenhagen's 3daysofdesign isn't far behind. What began in 2013 as a local showcase for Scandi brands has skyrocketed in popularity, evolving into a destination with serious international draw (last year's event alone attracted over 100,000 visitors to the Danish capital).

3 weeks ago | azuremagazine.com | Sydney Shilling

When James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole opened his first restaurant, Uchi, back in 2003, he was operating out of a humble bungalow in Austin. Nearly two decades later, he has built an empire of Japanese cuisine, drawing from his over 10 years of training in Tokyo. And while he has adapted his culinary concept for markets spanning Denver to Scottsdale, the restaurant group's growth has also spurred a serious design evolution.