Eating Out
A veritable Detroit landmark, the 38-story Louis Kamper-designed Book Tower was the city's tallest structure when it opened in 1926, and transformed Washington Boulevard into an upscale destination. Today, following a $400 million restoration and...
Eating Out
First born in Baltimore, Maryland, Ash—Bar opens as a second location in Detroit hotel, The Siren, a sultry downtown dwelling situated within the city's iconic Wurlitzer building. Found on The Siren's second floor, the all-day restaurant —...
Culture
Since its opening in February this year, Library Street Collective's new Snarkitecture-designed gallery has presented a series of works by American artist Sam Friedman, with one KAWS as the show’s curator. Currently hosting the group exhibition...
Eating Out
* CLOSED * Located on the second floor of The Siren Hotel—which took residence in Detroit’s Wurlitzer Building in 2018—Karl’s is an all-day dining affair serving up quintessential luncheonette classics; chef Kate Williams adding the same...
Hotels
Located in a former Singer sewing-machine store and onetime hardware outlet T.B. Rayl and Company, the two buildings—married in a thoughtful restoration by architects Kraemer Design Group before being decked out impeccably by designers Gachot...
Hotels
Taking over Detroit’s Wurlitzer Building—a skyscraper designed by Detroit architect Robert Finn and built by Otto Misch Co. in the 1920s for Wurlitzer Co., the famed specialists of fine musical instruments and bows—The Siren Hotel has opened...
Bars & Nightlife
Scouting out Detroit's street art-heavy Eastern Market one Saturday, friends Dayne, Paul, and Devin — who'd some weeks earlier decided that they would set-up their own brewery — came across a decrepit building with a telephone number scrawled on...
Eating Out
Small-batch specialty roaster, New Order Coffee, have been enjoying a busy few months since opening their Detroit premises in July. Located in the Midtown area on Woodward Ave, the space features a bright interior with pops of aqua and orange, a...
Culture
Newly-opened Detroit arts venue Wasserman Projects is certainly kicking things off in grand style as it welcomes two exhibitions that stretch the 5,000 sqft space to its limits, inside and out. The inaugural event, timed to coincide with the Detroit...
Eating Out
If ever there was an example of positive gentrification, then this is it. Sam's pawnbrokers had been serving the Detroit community since 1920, providing the cash-strapped of Corktown with somewhere to hock their loot. The corner property on Michigan...
Eating Out
There's a pretty cosmopolitan backstory to Astro Coffee: Daisuke Hughes from Ann Arbor, Michigan, met Jessica Hicks, from Glen Innes, Australia, while working together in London for Monmouth Coffee Company (Monmouth is in Wales, but the firm is in...
Hotels
I get asked all the time, "I'm going to X, know any good X there?". People assume (quite rightly) that, as the founder of these fair pages, that I should know a little about design-led hotspots; and, quite frankly, it'd be a concern if I didn't. So,...
The Edit
Opened as the restaurant Sketch by Mourad Mazouz and three Michelin-starred French chef Pierre Gagnaire in 2003, the Mayfair Grade ll* listed building once home to the Royal Institute of British Architects and the London atelier of Christian Dior...
Stuff Crush
It started as a 1992 photoshoot for Spin magazine in which husband-and-wife photography duo, Guzman, had planned to spoof the outdated notions of family life that the most famous celebrity couple of the moment had so outspokenly refuted — Courtney...
City Notes
Mid-century Austrian flair paired with The Hoxton’s distinctive warm and layered design aesthetics form the style for the design hotel brand's latest opening. With 196 guest rooms, a Cuban-inspired rooftop bar with pool and outstanding views, a...
City Notes
Housed in a lovingly restored 1924 modernist Spanish property in Valencia's Ruzafa neighbourhood, La Novieta is an adults-only hotel with just four ensuite guest rooms. The brainchild of Bertrand and Fabien — who double as proprietors of both...
Dispatches
This province on the Mediterranean Sea is popular for its sunny weather (over 300 sunny days per year) and blue-flag beaches. Moreover, it is one of the most mountainous parts of Spain, with mountains higher than 1,000 metres. This combination...
Dispatches
Restoring a commercial roof is a significant investment that can extend the lifespan of your building and save on future repairs. However, there are common pitfalls that can turn this critical project into a costly nightmare. In this post, we’ll...
Dispatches
Poker nights are a famous tradition, whether held in person or online. They bring friends together for an evening of excitement and strategy. Creating a unique atmosphere can elevate the experience and make it memorable for all participants. This...
Dispatches
Having a happy dog isn't just about ownership; it's about companionship, care, and ensuring their happiness. Whether you're a new dog owner or looking to enhance your canine companion's well-being, this guide will steer you through the essentials of...