City Notes
Having spent the past 12 years standing empty and deserted, this stunning building with views over Amsterdam’s Amstel river skyline is set to open its doors to all; this time as Hotel V Fizeaustraat, the third offering from the inspiring Dutch...
Stuff Crush
The Olympic Games (are we allowed to say that without getting a court order?) are so much more than a meeting of international sportspeople and fans — since the dawn of civilisation, they have captured imaginations, hearts and minds; the Games are...
City Notes
Surrounded by some of the city’s most notable landmarks and between the East and Hudson Rivers — architectural gem, The Beekman, features an impressive 287 rooms with custom-designed oak beds, Carrara-marble tiled bathrooms, curated art and...
The Edit
Some of Scotland's leading designers have been commissioned for a pop-up exhibition as part of the country’s 'Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design'. Located at Edinburgh Airport, Local Heroes is set to become the country’s biggest design...
City Notes
This is a story about a rare find deep in the Spanish region of Navarre: we're on the outskirts of Pamplona (Iruña in Basque), where you’ll find the architectural treat that is Hotel Muga de Beloso. Designed by Luis Tena Nunez, Javier...
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Symbol of freedom, emblem of status or identity, the car has been the machine that man has most connected with since Henry Ford's Model T first rolled off the newly-imagined production line; petrol and pistons sparking creativity in artists from...
City Notes
Harking back to the literary cafés of the Age of Enlightenment — a philosophical movement that dominated the world of ideas in Europe in the 18th century — the Moleskine Café fuses café, art gallery, store, and library under one very...
Stuff Crush
Demonstrating a marvel of engineering, Native Union have transformed solid stone into a slim and lightweight design that retains the cold mineral touch of marble. The CLIC Marble lightweight case is the first of its kind; the material's naturally...
City Notes
Move over chicken. At new Shoreditch restaurant Strut & Cluck, turkey is star of the show; proving that the oft-maligned big bird has more to offer than Christmas lunches and chewy Boxing Day sandwiches. Using free-range turkey sourced...
Stuff Crush
Reflecting the amount of drafts it took to get this product just right, No.19 is a side table made up of several geometric shapes. With no recognisable front or back, it’s up to its owner to find their own way around the piece. At 68cm...
The Edit
Aside from the obvious (Glastonbury, Green Man, WOMAD ... ), it's always surprising how few major music events go beyond the token gesture towards sustainability. But if you think about how many other lacklustre ingredients unite hordes of...
City Notes
There's room for over 800 patrons at this sprawling pub set over four floors in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, various rooms and spaces all vertically integrated throughout this ambitious venue to encourage urban exploration. From the...
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
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...
Dispatches
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....
Dispatches
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...