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Two members' bars; Cowshed spa; rooftop terrace complete with heated pool; gym; soon to be opened speakeasy bar; private cinema; and 57 guest rooms ... Soho House Barcelona has a lot going on. All this could have just been another cool import,...
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'Convert a 1,000 metre squared empty shell into a multi-functional dynamic business lounge that appeals to the aspirational young entrepreneur as well as the established'; that's the brief given to, and answered with great aplomb by, Tristan Du...
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Newington Green has a new dining establishment; Perilla opening its doors last month. The restaurant, owned by Ben Marks (whose accolades include stints at Claridge’s and Noma) and Matt Emmerson (who’s done time in the kitchens of both POLPO and...
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Following on from the C-cup project that designer Vicky Thornton created in 2012 during the aftermath of chemotherapy for breast cancer, Funny Shaped Jugs is a range of ... well ... as the name suggests: oddly-shaped vessels, 36 pairs to be...
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Baby, it's cold outside. There are certain urges impressed upon us this time of year: mulled wine, snug gloves, roaring pub fires ... but what of thermal waters and peak pampering? The relaxation and nourishment of spas may seem a distinctly...
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You've probably heard: London's revered Design Museum has moved to Kensington High Street, an investment of £83m seeing the museum triple in size to 10,000sqm; and fulfilling its future role as the world’s leading institution dedicated to...
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Such is the bespectacled one's intrinsic connection to the city he made his home, Pittsburgh-born Andy Warhol will always be synonymous with New York. Like Milton Glaser and his I Love New York logo, Massimo Vignelli and Bob Noorda forever fusing...
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Jump aboard the soul train, step inside Paris's groovy-as-hell Idol Hotel, and prepare for a sensory overload; as you’re transported back to the soulful sounds of the '60s and '70s. A design hotel with sound and groove, the 32-roomed property in...
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David Muñoz — the flamboyant chef behind Madrid's only three Michelin-starred restaurant DiverXO and its diffusion eatery StreetXO — has brought his confrontational cuisine to unsuspecting Mayfair. Located on Old Burlington Street, StreetXO...
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'My studio has a modest, but really eclectic collection of books,' explains Serbian artist Djordje Ozbolt to Interview magazine last year, 'from auction catalogues to books on disasters to books about dogs.' And therein lies all you need to know...
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Ever leave a city muttering something along the lines of 'unfinished business'? Perhaps there are places you just can't tear yourself away from. The William Vale, Williamsburg We're always being told to try something new, broaden our...
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Valencian design store Gnomo hawks an eclectic miscellany of objects that make your eyes widen and your heart swell. Fashion accessories, illustrations, plants or clothing, founders Álvaro Zarzuela y Esther Martín are confident that even the most...
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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...
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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,...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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Giving jewellery is a big deal. It shows thought, care, and style. But not everyone likes the same look. That’s where pearl jewellery comes in. Pearls work with so many different vibes. Whether your person is bold or more low-key, there’s a...
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There are many challenges you can face when you transition from a side hustle to business in the mainstream. With efficient planning and a gradual rollout, you can reduce the stress related to starting a business and increase the chance of success....
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Driving is one of the greatest joys out there. Sometimes it's peaceful and scenic where you can contemplate all of your inner thoughts, other times it's an open road where you can test your reflexes. But no matter what kind of drive you’re on, one...