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A residential complex of around 2,000 flats, maisonettes, and houses in central London, The Barbican Estate is a prominent example of British brutalist architecture, which was orginally built as rental housing for middle and upper-middle-class...
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Chefs Karina Mejía and Israel Montero combine the tradition of Provençal cuisine with the soul and passion of Mexico in Saint Jacques Bistrot, their new gastronomic spot in the capital city's affluent Polanco neighbourhood. Allowing diners to...
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Located next door to Hotel Wilmina, which is housed in a former Berlin-Charlottenburg women's prison, Lotta Tagesbar has opened its doors, the café cum deli and bar designed by the same team behind Wilmina and serving an exquisite menu of healthy...
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Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
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A refined sanctuary on the Miami River, CASA NEOS takes guests on a multi-sensory journey through the sights and sounds of the Aegean Islands, the two-storey restaurant from the Riviera Dining Group blending architectural prowess with gastronomic...
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The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
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A new multisensory, Ayurvedic-centred wellness concept has opened in the heart of New York City, offering space for rituals of food and drink, community, and design. Founded by entrepreneur Sonam Sangmo, OASES is set over 4,755 square-feet and...
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See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
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As the 30 September deadline quickly approaches, now is the perfect time to remind you why as a designer, creative professional, entrepreneur, or small business, that you should submit your work to the A' Design Awards & Competition’s 2024—2025...
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Situated around eight miles from the shores of Loch Ness, a 300 year-old Baronial castle has been attentively refurbished and reimagined, Aldourie Castle Estate now a premier Scottish retreat offering elegance fused with homelike qualities to its...
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Situated at the foot of a historic castle — Leiden's oldest structure, dating back to 1060 — Hotel Rumour is a bustling restaurant and social hub that can host everything from movie nights to 'Disco Bingo,' private dining to intimate drinks, and...
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The new flagship store for esteemed New York ice cream and confectionary destination, Glace, has opened at 1268 Madison Avenue, Manhattan; the new venue located next door to the original and marking a notable enhancement in both space and...
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Set within a 5,0000-acre country estate founded by Massimo and Chiara Ferragamo, and located within the UNESCO-listed Val d’Orcia in the Brunello di Montalcino winemaking region, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is a super-luxe Italian resort and...
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A place to meet, lounge and linger, Molli is a neighbourhood bar and bistro located on the corner of Nicholson St and Mollison St in the heart of Melbourne’s leafy river-side suburb, Abbotsford. With interiors by Josh McLean and Ana Ćalić...
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Trailborn, the hospitality brand inspired by the great American outdoors, opens it latest hotel: Trailborn Highlands a 63-room property situated in Highlands, NC, and within driving distance to the Blue Ridge Parkway and The Great Smoky Mountains...
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Located in the heart of Paris's Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighbourhood, Le Grand Hôtel Cayré encapsulates the refined spirit of its surroundings whilst honouring its vibrant creative past. With 123 tasteful rooms and suites that combine Parisian...
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At the intersection of Marylebone, Mayfair and Soho, a new five-star hotel conjures the singular essence of Marylebone Lane’s village-like aura. An ode to “life on the Lane,” The BoTree distills all the style and elegance of Marylebone, a...
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There is a much-repeated notion that artificial intelligence is the death knell for the creative industries as we know them. For Barcelona-based architecture studio External Reference, led by Italian PhD architect Carmelo Zappulla, that notion is...
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Following a successful first 12 months, Amsterdam's Stacks Diner opens Stacks Deli, located just three doors away and set to offer a variety of fresh baked sweets, soft serve ice cream, and sandwiches to complement the American homestyle cooking of...
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Self-expression through hairstyles has a great hand to play in the perception of gender identity. For transgender people, they often can find the right haircut an empowering expression of affirmation and self-expression. It’s not just about what...
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There’s something undeniably special about watching a sunset. Whether you're perched on a cliff with the sea stretching out before you or gazing over a bustling city, sunsets have a way of captivating us and putting the day to a peaceful close....
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Gutters play a crucial role in protecting our homes from water damage. They channel rainwater away from the roof and foundation, preventing potential structural issues. However, like any other part of a house, gutters require regular maintenance and...
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Scandinavian design, often referred to as Scandi design, has become synonymous with minimalism, functionality, and understated elegance. With roots in mid-20th century Scandinavia, Scandi design encompasses furniture, home goods, fashion, and...
