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I have been aware of Timerous Beasties since they started etching highly detailed and floral patterns into concrete, a juxtaposition that really tickled me. Better known for their subversive take on the often twee world of textile and wallpaper...
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Superstars don't come much bigger than Beyoncé, and with the queen of R&B currently whipping her fans into a frenzy on the UK leg of her European tour, what better time to take a look back at a couple of our favourite Beyoncé music videos, by the...
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Something strange is growing beneath the Northern Line of London's underground railway. Lurking in a network of tunnels near the Clapham North station, entrepreneurs Richard Ballard and Steven Dring are tending the crop of their subterranean farm,...
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The “selfie” (or self-portrait photograph, usually taken with a mobile phone camera) is a modern phenomenon, made possible by ubiquitous technology and fuelled by social media. In fact the selfie is such a thing nowadays that some boffins have...
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The humble summer festival, a phenomena that has teetered on the edge of self-implosion of recent years. Michael Eavis' prediction of doom and gloom has become somewhat of an annual event in itself, whether they are a Sir Alex Ferguson style attempt...
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Vera & Kyte, aka furniture, product and interior designers Vera Kleppe and Åshild Kyte, are based in Bergan, Norway. Their work has an understated aesthetic typical of Norwegian design, but a certain playfulness that is less so. I was keen to find...
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I met Nathan Philpott and Jemma Ooi aka Custhom at Maison et Objet in January and was immediately hooked by the precision, and yet experimentation, with which they approach their work. They met while studying at the Royal College of Art and founded...
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Justin Bieber's spaced out mugshot after his recent arrest for joyriding under the influence is a reminder that celebrity drug busts can still make headlines. They don't happen much these days though. Under-resourced police departments have got...
Perth
Craving something tasty and fresh in West Perth? Look no further than Gordon Street Garage, with its menu of garden vegetable-laden nuova cucina italiana rooted in the best traditions of the old country and a venue that mixes country kitchen and...
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Calling all narcissists – the common-or-garden selfie probably isn't delivering the ego massage it once did, so how about becoming part of a digital sculpture, with your face rendered 8m tall? Step right up to MegaFaces, the brilliant techno-art...
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How would you like a year as the official (and paid!) photographer for the Boxfresh fashion label? What's that you say? You would? Here's your chance. To mark their 25th anniversary, Boxfresh are running a competition in collaboration with...
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The Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics are finally underway after months of controversy-fuelled build-up; these games are probably the most politically turbulent since the Cold War summer Olympics boycotts of 1980 and '84. Destined to be remembered as the...
City Notes
Trailborn continues its rapid expansion in the world of outdoor hospitality with the opening of Trailborn Grand Canyon, a welcome new addition to Williams, Arizona. Set along the legendary Route 66, this fully reimagined hotel brings a fresh,...
City Notes
A historic home reborn as a contemporary guesthouse, Bradford House brings a touch of European charm to the heart of Oklahoma City. Set along the legendary Route 66, the 1912-built property has been meticulously restored, seamlessly merging original...
The Edit
Whether it was Warhol and Basquiat, Dalí and Disney, or KFC and Crocs, when cultural stars align and the synergy of creativity shines, there is little more intoxicating than the paths of two visionaries crossed. In the early 1980s, a fashion force...
Stuff Crush
A sun-soaked reverie or a neon-lit fever dream? The answer lies somewhere in between the high-rise pastels and sunburnt shoulders of Benidorm. In his new publication for Hoxton Mini Press, photographer Rob Ball takes readers on a journey through...
Journal
In the quiet moments between helping hands and heartfelt responsibilities, caregivers often forget one very important person: themselves. Whether you're caring for a loved one, working in a professional role, or juggling both, self-care can feel...
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It was not really long ago when choosing an engagement ring was often considered a one-dimensional experience, right from mass-produced cookie-cutter designs, mined stones, and the exorbitant pricing. But with lab diamonds in the picture now, the...
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There’s a quiet kind of magic in the Nordic fjords. An ethereal beauty that lingers in the mind long after the journey ends. This isn't the cruise of polished decks and endless buffets; it's a voyage into the heart of nature's grandeur, where...
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At a time when sneakers are acceptable at the office and hoodies appear at high-end galas, you'd think the classic suit would be heading for extinction. Instead, it’s making a quiet but meaningful comeback—not as a dress code requirement, but as...