Journal
The heavens open as our tiny propeller-plane lands on Orkney's mainland, Kirkwall. Of Zeusesque force and with raindrops the size of bowling balls. We shelter at Lynnfield Hotel, with a pint of local Scapa Special and a plate of fresh scallops. The...
Somerset
Farmhouses like this one in the Somerset countryside often meet one of two ignominious ends. The first scenario is that they simply fall into disrepair and eventually become derelict ruins. The second is they are bought by Henrys and Jasmines who...
The Edit
When I need a new pair of shoes, I go to a shoe shop. Or if I'm not in a great rush and feel like a month-long back-and-forth exchange of parcels due to stupid sizing variations, I'll try online. I now realize this is very backwards thinking, and...
The Edit
This is an urgent warning for acrophobics. If you haven't already up-chucked at the sight of our first image, navigate away now or you may have to be given oxygen and helped from the room. South Korean photographer Jun Ahn has certainly got a head...
London
Let's stick a couple of lighted candles in a whopping great cake for LIMA Fitzrovia to mark the Michelin-starred London restaurant's second anniversary. Happy birthday Peru, happ... no? Thanks to the skills of chef Virgilio Martinez (the main man at...
Somerset
Hauser & Wirth's stunning new gallery, part of an spectacular farm building regeneration in the Somerset countryside near Bruton, has opened to the public this summer after a major restoration project. The gallery is the focal point of the...
Stockholm
It was a fortunate group of girls that wandered from third period history to fourth period maths along the corridors of this Art Nouveau treasure in Stockholm, although it would be understandable if they didn't fully appreciated it at the time. Most...
The Edit
A collection of photographs called Longboards, Tattoos and a Journey to Mars was always going to be a mixed bag, but Sonia Szóstak's work, while varying a lot in genre and subject matter, is of a uniformly high standard. The Polish artist has been...
The Edit
The National Portrait Gallery are 130 photographs to the good after Lord Snowdon donated part of his archive to the organisation. The artist known to his mates as Antony Armstrong Jones has timed his gift to coincide with the release of a book,...
The Edit
Myopics can leave their spectacles at home for the latest exhibition from in-your-face artist Barbara Kruger. A site specific installation covering the entire surface area of the Upper Gallery of Modern Art Oxford has been used to drive Kruger's...
Somerset
The latest offering from Hauser & Wirth sees the contemporary art powerhouse heading for the sticks, adding a slice of English countryside charm to a roster of galleries in London, New York, Los Angeles and Zürich, London, New York, and Los...
The Edit
Adolescent desires and childhood fantasies are the driving force behind a new collection of works by FAILE, currently on display at Gallery Hilger NEXT, Vienna. As our work-in-progress shots show, the Brooklyn art duo are departing from their recent...
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
The prestigious A’ Design Award & Competition wrap-up another fruitful year with the announcement of their winners for the 2024—2025 season. Created with the aim of building strong incentives for designers, companies and brands from around the...
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...