Interiors
Since Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini and Franco Teodoro designed the first in 1969, 'beanbags' have come a long way. Typically made from leather, suede, corduroy and polyester, and coming in a variety of sizes and shapes stuffed with styrofoam beans,...
The Edit
As Cuban-American relations undergo a historic change, upcoming exhibition Hollywood in Havana: Five Decades of Cuban Posters Promoting U.S. Films presents Cuban film art a short drive away from the studios where so many of those iconic films were...
Ibiza
Following in the esteemed footsteps of Sirs like Amsterdam's Adam and Berlin's Savigny, a Spanish Sir has arisen, in the shape of Ibiza's Sir Joan; Sir Hotels' opening up on the White Isle as they take their urban oasis to the...
The Edit
Known throughout Europe for her iconic 2001 portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, as well as a longtime collaboration with musician Nick Cave (who she has been documenting for 35 years), Melbourne-born, US-based visual artist and photographer Polly...
Sydney
Aptly named, the Truck Bar is located within the Brookvale HQ of the 4 Pines Brewing Company — and is a fun, casual space amid the brewery's shiny steel tanks; offering fresh food, tours, entertainment and oodles of craft beer...
City Notes
A design studio with a name that sounds like a chill-out album produced by RZA, Wutopia Lab, has completed works on Zhongshu Bookstore in Chinese city Suzhou, dividing the space into four main zones and several subdivided areas. The brand's eighth...
Melbourne
Combining the calm and muted atmosphere of a traditional Chinese tea ceremony with the dynamism of its Chapel Street location, interior and furniture designers Hecker Guthrie have perfected the new look for Melbourne hotspot, Oriental...
The Edit
There's an odd beauty in the loosely knotted scraps of silicone sponge cord that form part of Royal College of Art alumni Louie Rigano and Gil Muller's prototyping for their revolutionary Shore Rugs. Typically used in heavy industries, the durable...
Melbourne
Melbourne based design studio Biasol have completed their recent project — an interpretation of an all-day eatery with unparalleled style — for South Yarra restaurant, bar and café Middle South East. Putting together a venue that...
New York
Private members workspace, The New Work Project, is the latest spot for creative freelancers, 'solopreneurs' and small teams to tap away at their MacBooks from in a hipper than thou corner of Brooklyn; the design-led, service-oriented venue a fusion...
London
A space filled with flowers and lush greenery that just screams genteel (gently, of course) awaits hungry diners in Clapham, London. Serving seasonal fare with a contemporary twist, Minnow is a new neighbourhood venue founded by Chris Frichot (whose...
Paris
Approach the red brick building, enter through the bright orange door, and you’ve arrived. Located on Paris's Rue Gambetta, prepare yourselves for a ride on a sensory rollercoaster — Buddhist temple bells and enormous Tibetan prayer wheels greet...
City Notes
Opened in September 2025, HYLL brings a new interpretation of country hospitality to the Cotswolds, a hotel rooted in its landscape, designed to slow the pace and dim the noise. Set within a restored 16th century manor house, the 26 room property...
City Notes
Sircle Collection, the international hospitality group behind a growing portfolio of hotels and restaurants, introduces The Cover Vienna this November, a private members’ club in the city’s 7th District. Set within the Max Brown Hotel, the club...
City Notes
In the centre of Bergen, a new chapter has opened for a concrete landmark designed by Egill Reimers in 1920. Once home to bakeries, offices, shops and social services, the building has been reimagined by architecture studio LOCAL as Bergen Camping,...
City Notes
On Barcelona’s recently beautified Avinguda Diagonal, a new kind of café experience has arrived, one that has already piqued the curiosity of both locals and visitors. Jaç Hi-Fi Café, designed by Isern Serra Studio for owners Ligia and Arnau,...
Dispatches
Picture this: you’ve just landed in Paris for the holidays after a 10 hour flight. You’re exhausted, carrying luggage, and just want to check in with your Airbnb host. But your phone? Completely dead in the water; no service, no Wi-Fi, nothing....
Dispatches
Key Takeaways - Implementing flexible work arrangements can significantly enhance employee well-being and reduce burnout. - Providing comprehensive support systems, including mental health resources and career development opportunities, fosters...
Dispatches
For many travelers, a hotel stay is no longer just about having a clean room and a comfortable bed. By 2026, expectations have shifted in subtle but meaningful ways. Guests still value good design, location, and service, but the definition of a...
Dispatches
One of the first things you may be wondering as a new parent is: What temperature is a fever for a baby? It can be tricky to tell what your baby’s temperature is, particularly since infants and older babies can have different symptoms. An...