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Bling. If you sat an infinite number of 50 Cents in a room with a load of crayons for an infinite amount of time and told them to design an apartment, they probably still wouldn’t come up with anything as bling as this. If they re-shot Scarface...
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Naked women, zombies, pizza, punk rock, drugs and the occult; artist/illustrator Jiro Bevis' work is the stuff of children-of-the-80s' straight-to-video wet dreams. Often imitated, never bettered, Bevis' work - all dripping in tongue in cheek...
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Silverstone. Mid-morning on Friday, 7th July 2012. It’s the British Grand Prix’s opening practice session and the day’s a bastard: rain, mud, rain, mud. The traffic’s backed up to the A5, no one’s allowed to park and the track looks a...
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Exploring fashion faux pas from 'the decade that style forgot', injecting the colour palettes of Amish Lancaster quilts with the neon-fluro madness of 1980s streetwear, and analysing the novelty of Glam Rock's famous garments; young London College...
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Architecture, design, art, curation, writing... there's little in the world of creativity that Brighton-based Gem Barton doesn't turn her hand to. Writing for the likes of iconic architecture mag Mark, online sustainable design magazine...
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From hotels to bars, a 'punk' tea shop to the sophistication of the UK's highest restaurant, Liverpool's R2A create unforgettable interiors, and - thankfully for us - they're not afraid to bend the rules. One bit. R2A's work is at its best when it...
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With Lisa Gomez a former designer for design-led stationery brand Paperchase, and sister Elena having worked as a children's books illustrator, there's more than a hint of the whimsy in the work of the sibling's design studio; biroRobot. Having...
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A rather curious and delightful little exhibition has sprung up in Dalston, involving around 400 hand-made noses. The Nose Show is housed in the cult coffee shop slash curiosity space - Tina We Salute You. Tom Jennings - the...
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The independent fashion, accessories and jewellery store Wolf & Badger is part brand, part gallery, and part platform for emerging British (and international) talent. Having won accolades form some of the biggest names in fashion; such as Grazia,...
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It's quite amazing what you can do in a car park these days. Park cars (of course), build swanky flats on them... or, decorate and regenerate by throwing a two week long party. The clever clogs behind The Book Club - Mothershp Group (who also...
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It’s no secret that I am a big fan of the Southbank Centre, and a little bit of a geek when it comes to design, so it came as a big surprise to me to discover a whole area of the Southbank Centre I knew nothing about! I was recently given a tour...
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Faced with the prospect of watching Danny Boyle's opening ceremony spectacular on the box - our invite must have got lost in the post - when we were invited to a party just a hop, skip and jump away from the Olympic Park, we quite literally jumped...
City Notes
A striking new addition to Prague’s culturally minded hospitality scene, Sir Prague opens its doors inside a meticulously restored neo-Renaissance building dating back to 1884. The latest venture from Sir Hotels, this sophisticated stay blends...
City Notes
Located in Copenhagen’s tranquil Østerbro district, Amator is an attractive new spot that blends the warmth of home dining with the refinement of a contemporary café and restaurant. The brainchild of chef Mateusz Sarnowski, better known as Mati...
City Notes
Bringing a sleek blend of Japanese-inspired aesthetics and high-fidelity audio to the heart of Williamsburg, Hear & There is the latest destination for those seeking an immersive dining and drinking experience. The debut concept from...
The Edit
Marking the opening of EMOP Berlin 2025, the Helmut Newton Foundation unveils Polaroids, a striking new group exhibition celebrating the art of instant photography. A defining medium of the 1960s, Polaroid photography was revolutionary, offering...
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When it comes to fire safety, proper storage of fire extinguishers is just as important as having them available in the first place. A common question among facility managers, construction site supervisors, and safety professionals is: can fire...
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If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent hours filming, editing, and posting content only to see it flop. Maybe you get a couple of likes from your friends and your mom, but the reach? Flat. And when you’re trying to grow on platforms...
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Traveling to inspiration and solitary places can refresh body and spirit. Artist travel spots are special places where peace and loneliness meet to generate innovative thoughts and deep introspection. As an artist seeking a quiet retreat or as a...
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There are awards, and then there’s the A’ Design Award & Competition: an institution in the world of design excellence, and a long time collaborator that we're thrilled to be working with again this year. Recognised globally as the most...