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As the UK have revelled in an extended heatwave this year—or can we now just call it a summer?—people have drawn comparisons to the scorcher of 1976 when temperatures tipped 35℃ on on England’s south coast, and although Faversham, Kent,...
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From autonomous driving to smart parking, electric vehicle charging to car pooling and bike sharing initiatives, more and more of us are opting to live a considered urban existence; efficiency and convenience with a side of sustainability are no...
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Flick through the Instagram feeds of fashion editors, travel influencers, us average Joes … and—amid the selfies, wanderlust, and latest food fads—you’ll be sure to find snippets of mid-century modern design. Having been pretty much on-trend...
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As the latest batch of A'Design Award winners pinch themselves at the realisation they've bagged one of the world's top accolades, and Lake Como preps itself for the mammoth Gala Night and Award Ceremony event set to take place at Teatro Sociale...
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London-based photographer Rachel Molina gives a voice to children Seen But Not Heard through a photographic series that documents the uneasy transitional period from childhood to adolescence; each of the subjects preparing themselves for their...
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“Inspiration without action is bullshit.” Just five of countless inspirational words American artist/designer/life-coach/motivational-speaker James Victore slung together over the course of his OFFF 2018 talk. They are perhaps his five most...
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Fashion pioneers Superdry have gained international popularity as a brand that produces apparel combining the best of Americana and Japanese culture, infusing their collections with a distinct British style. Founded in 1985, today Superdry are...
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With no subscription fee, CHILI Cinema gives you access to a fine catalogue of cinema and television titles around; all viewable via Smart TV, PC, tablet, or smartphone. Founded in Italy in 2012, the Video-On-Demand platform—available...
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Launched in 2017, Artupia is a platform that connects emerging contemporary artists with collectors—using advancements in technology to make your art consultation exciting, and adept in searching for pieces that you'll want to shout...
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Some 1,962 winners from 100 countries in 99 different design disciplines were honoured at the prestigious A’ Design Award and Competition 2018, the esteemed judging panel championing international design across a broad spectrum—from furniture,...
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London’s sourdough pizza pioneers, Franco Manca, will be marking their tenth anniversary later this year and the celebrations are already underway. Where has the time flown since their first little pizza joint in Brixton? Martina...
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With over 369 million French speakers on Earth—the official language of 29 countries across five continents and spoken in many, many more—the romance language is the fourth most widely spoken mother tongue in the European Union, and the sixth...
City Notes
Set inside Houston’s historic El Dorado Ballroom, Kindred Stories redefines what a bookstore can be. Designed by local studio gin design group, this vibrant space brings literature, community, and cultural legacy together under one bold roof....
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Marking a decade in hospitality design, London- and LA-based interior architecture studio, Fettle, unveil their latest work in collaboration with Amsterdam-born apartment-hotel brand The July. Hot on the heels of BOAT&CO and The July — Twenty...
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Valentyns sets a striking new standard for workplace design, launching a progressive model in Cologne, Germany, that puts small and mid-sized businesses on par with global firms. Housed in a modernist 1960s building with views over the Rhine, the...
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First featuring 25hours Hotel Bikini Berlin way back in 2014, the inspired design hotel already stood out as one of the capital’s boldest lifestyle concepts. Now, over a decade later, Studio Aisslinger returns to breathe fresh life into the...
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In busy cities, electric commuter bikes are fast becoming the smartest way to get around. Once seen as a niche alternative to cars or public transport, they’ve quickly become part of the urban landscape. They save time, glide past traffic, and...
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I used to think security systems were ugly. You know what I mean - those chunky white boxes stuck to corners, cables running along walls like veins, motion sensors that looked like they belonged in a warehouse not a home. But something changed in...
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Mainstream leagues like the NFL, NBA, and MLB have long dominated the American betting landscape. Sunday football wagers, March Madness brackets, and World Series props remain the heartbeat of sportsbooks. Yet, in recent years, something fascinating...
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Unexpected expenses under $500 can feel overwhelming, especially at the wrong time. But with the right strategy, managing them is possible, without perfect credit or heavy borrowing. Relief may come from flexible payment plans, wage access,...