The Edit
It's a couple of months since we put out a call on behalf of noted photographer Dan Tobin Smith, a call for 'kipple' to arrive at DTS's Haggerston studio. Kipple? The personal flotsam and jetsam that humans collate, as defined in Do Androids Dream...
Journal
Glass artist, craftsman and athlete (keep reading), Jeremy Wintrebert, launched his Human Nature installation at the Victoria and Albert Museum this weekend, as part of this year's London Design Festival - commissioned by long celebrated champagne...
Publications
Beer, for a long time plagued by negative associations, now enjoys a status to rival wine in the sophistication stakes, and the rise in the number of microbreweries springing up all over the place is evidence of a huge surge of interest in the...
Publications
Why do you do what you do for a living? Was your job an ambition from an early age, something you were born to do, or something that you fell into while you were waiting for life to start for real? What is the irresistible pull that gets you out of...
Interiors
There are patterned fabrics, and then there are patterned fabrics. And then there are the designs of Kristjana S Williams. The Icelander's vivacious imagery brings together antique cartography, imagined landscapes of exotic flora and fauna that...
The Edit
Nathaniel Mary Quinn's creations are in the midst of an identity crisis, and not just because of their abstract quality. Composed of harvested parts of family portraits, popular articles, and advertisements, Quinn's characters veer between the...
The Edit
Multi-disciplinary creative agency HORT is 20 years old this year, and the Berlin-based group is having a party at KK Outlet to celebrate. Instead of trawling their archives for a retrospective, HORT has put together a new collection that was...
Journal
If you wanted to do something extraordinary in the next 12 months, what kind of a challenge would you choose? Some people might pledge to climb one of the world's tallest mountains. Others may decide to train for a triathlon. The odd person might...
Leeds
Although on the wane these days, the working man's club was once a thriving institution in every northern English town and city. With cheap beer and live entertainment, these low-rent boozers filled with notoriously hard-faced patrons were the...
The Edit
We don't normally like to bring people's mothers into things, but in the case of James Reka and his latest art collection, we don't think he'll mind. Mrs Reka is a former dancer and once performed with the Russian ballet, and son James obviously...
The Edit
Working as one creative entity for the past couple of years, DevNGosha (aka Devin Liston and Gosha Levochkin) have recently taken time apart to get stuck into some solo material, although now both artists' side projects are complete they are back...
The Edit
For a small city in Switzerland, La Chaux-de-Fonds is unusually notable. Located in the Jura mountains, it's the capital of what is known as Watch Valley – a corridor of historically prolific watch-making centres. It's also the birthplace of...
City Notes
Hospitality brand Trailborn, debut their first coastal resort, Trailborn Surf & Sound an outstanding waterfront escape in North Carolina's Wrightsville Beach. With 151 guest rooms inspired by the region’s historic maritime heritage, various...
City Notes
Located in one of New York City's most storied neighbourhoods, Romer Hell’s Kitchen is a 295-room hotel just west of Broadway and a short walk to the waterfront. Known for informal restaurants, eclectic theatres, drag shows and jazz clubs,...
City Notes
Situated just steps from the Beltline at Lee + White — one of Atlanta's most exciting mixed-use destinations — Strangers in Paradise is a decadent cocktail den that exudes the aura of a 1980s or early '90s beachside resort with eclectic decor,...
City Notes
Home to a private two-bedroom apartment from Monocle, as well as a further seven minimalist guest rooms with shared facilities, Gasthof Oxen is a historic inn and restaurant blending five centuries of heritage with contemporary charm. A new...
Dispatches
So you're planning a wedding, and you want something truly unique, something that feels special? Let me tell you about wood grain wedding invitations – they are just gorgeous and bring in this natural beauty that feels totally timeless. Think...
Dispatches
Independent fashion labels are redefining style with bold, original designs that break free from mainstream trends. To bring these visions to life, many are partnering with custom- cut and sew manufacturers, choosing tailored production over generic...
Dispatches
Tuscany is famous for its beautiful vineyards, rolling hills, and, of course, incredible wine. But did you know it’s also a fantastic place for families? Many wineries welcome kids, offering fun activities like juice tastings, farm visits, and...
Dispatches
If you want to compete effectively in the market, you’ll need to get a website. This is important for both online-based businesses and traditional brick-and-mortar businesses. You should remember that most people nowadays use the internet to find...