Hamburg Region + studio oink

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  • This week's links. Enjoy.
    Earthy and Ethereal
    Take a tour of a beautiful apartment in Maintz, Germany, recently redesigned by Studio Oink. Minimalist and airy, it has an ethereal quality that can perhaps be partially attributed to its interesting owners, a fashion designer and a priest. That's the apartment dining room above, incidentally.
    14 Wildly Successful Women Who Were Late Bloomers
    Feeling stuck in your current job? Find inspiration in the lives of 14 women who hit their career strides later in life.
    Empire of Dust
    Fascinating series by photographer Amélie Labourdette of the abandoned building sites of Italy. Slightly surreal.
    A Fresh Perspective on the Psychology of Scent
    Jessica Hannan of Berlin-based perfume brand Apotheke explains her emotional approach to scent — and develops a bespoke fragrance especially for AnoOther magazine. Fascinating.
    Taste-Testing the History of the Hamburger
    Fun article that recreates the culinary history of the hamburger — impress your family and friends with interesting facts (such as what went into the ancient Roman version of a hamburger) at your next barbeque.
    Face Masks For Every Skin Type
    Manage acne breakouts and other summer skin woes with this helpful list of face masks for every skin type — normal, dry, oily, combination, sensitive, aging and an all natural option, too.
    Raspberry Buttermilk Cake
    Simple to make, this lovely cake features fresh berries and is the perfect summer dessert. Definitely making this — and it would be equally as good with fresh strawberries or blueberries, too.
    (photo by studio oink)