Meet Beata Kanter
“Beata is the co – founder / creative director of Maak Haus. The concept of the series itself is to curate live events that combine emerging musicians with emerging visual artists. She is currently working on the launch of Madame Maak, which will be an online magazine documenting and exploring all of the creatives involved in HMS.”
Top: Rancid, Shorts: J Lindeberg, Boots: Mexicana
ON HER MORNING ROUTINE
I wake up around 9 am and bask in the sunlight for a few minutes. (Perks of sleeping under a skylight). Usually I’m starving as soon as I get out of bed so I head straight to the kitchen and make breakfast. I get the New York times delivered, so during the week breakfast is paired with the newspaper. I spend a few hours working on Maak Haus (sending emails, doing research, having meetings, producing projects) and around 1pm I jump in the shower and head out to start my ‘work day’.
on her personal style
Ever since I moved into my current apartment, clothing has taken a back seat to furniture. I stick to the basics now. One pair of (my version of) perfect leather pants, leather & suede jacket, a few t- shirts, Chelsea boots & cowboy boots. Once I find an ‘essential’ that feels right to me, I stop shopping. When I do shop, my go to places are the outnet.com (steals and deals!), Tokyo 7 (vintage store in the East Village), and Century 21 (THE BEST).
on her apartment
When I moved to New York I spent a lot of time moving from apartment to apartment and generally living out of my suitcase. Whenever I did settle in to an apartment for an extended period of time, the aesthetic was already established by the primary resident. My current space was the first opportunity I had to really create a home for myself. That’s where I picked up the furniture lust bug. Pretty much everything in the apartment was found in three places; craigslist, ebay and build it green (A really sweet furniture consignment store in Brooklyn.)
on her favorite artist
I LOVE JUERGEN TELLER. HE IS KING.
“I moved to NYC for an internship at Rag & Bone. The job didn’t last long but my love affair with the city has.”
on her apartment
When I moved to New York I spent a lot of time moving from apartment to apartment and generally living out of my suitcase. Whenever I did settle in to an apartment for an extended period of time, the aesthetic was already established by the primary resident. My current space was the first opportunity I had to really create a home for myself. That’s where I picked up the furniture lust bug. Pretty much everything in the apartment was found in three places; craigslist, ebay and build it green (A really sweet furniture consignment store in Brooklyn.)
on the Haus music series
Haus Music Series was born out of a desire to extend the reach of emerging artists. My entire group of friends in New York is comprised of the most incredibly creative, talented and driven people I’ve ever met. I’ve always felt the desire to create more avenues and channels to advance their success.
on her beauty routine
My beauty routine is pretty simple. I use Jergens Natural Glow Healthy Complexion Daily Facial Moisturizer self tanner to maintain my tan year round (secret’s out), MAC Select Moisturecover concealer for the #newyorkhussle dark circles under my eyes, and Tarte Amazonian Clay Waterproof Bronzer for a man-made sun-kissed glow. The whole process takes me about a minute and a half. I also use Home Health Almond Glow Skin Lotion Rose, and Barbasol Thick & Rich Shaving Cream Skin Conditioner.
on her hair care routine
A few years ago I swore off heat styling. My hair was really suffering from straightening, curling and blow-drying. Now I wash my hair with Avalon Organics Clarifying Lemon Shampoo and Conditioner and let it air dry. The subtle ombre is from the sun!
Top: Vince, Shorts: J Lindeberg
Top: Vince
beata's favorite books
The Cold Six Thousand by James Ellroy, How to Be Parisian Wherever You Are: Love, Style, and Bad Habits by Anne Berest, Eating at Hotel Il Pellicano by Studio Frith, Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype by Clarissa Pinkola Estes
beata's favorite places IN new york city
My favorite spots are Happy Ending for late night drinks, Rin Tin Tin for after work drinks
La Colombe on Lafayette and West 4th for the best coffee and a great meeting spot
Peasant Restaurant for dinner
Peasant Wine Bar for subterraneous drinks
Top: Isabel Marant, Jacket: Blk Dnm, Pants: Current/Elliott, Sunglasses: The Row, Shoes: Sam Edelman