Posts by Pinar Noorata

Pinar

Pinar Noorata is the Managing Editor at My Modern Met. She is a writer, editor, and content creator based in Brooklyn, NY. She earned her BA in Film and Media Studies from CUNY Hunter College and is an alumni of the Center for Arts Education’s Career Development Program in NYC. She has worked at major TV, film, and publishing companies as well as other independent media businesses. When she isn’t writing, editing, or creating videos herself, Pinar enjoys watching movies, reading, crafting, drawing, and volunteering at her local animal shelter.
Furniture
September 15, 2023

6 Ergonomic Chairs and Standing Desks To Work Without Breaking Your Back

Whether you work in an office or from home, being on the clock can mean long hours of sitting, often in front of a screen. But as many of us know, this is not an ideal position to be in. Sitting down for hours on end can have negative side effects on one’s health. According to Yale Medicine, prolonged sitting can contribute to “diabetes, poor heart health, weight gain, depression, dementia, and multiple cancers.

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Creative Products
June 4, 2018

Exquisite Handcrafted Gourd Lamps Designed to Turn an Ordinary Room Into an Oasis

When we last spoke with Vainius Kubilius, the gifted artist was embarking on a new creative career as a sculptor and lighting designer with his incredible Nymphs lamps, made out of coconut shells. Now, nearly three years later, he has not only successfully been running his business this whole time, but also refining his skills and expanding his team.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.