City Notes
Since setting up shop in 1997, Joe Mill's The Lounge Soho has been one London's hottest spots for all things barnet related; welcoming an array of clientele from prostitutes to celebrities. It's seen somewhat of a renaissance on the streets that...
Journal
Student Union bars. Wasting time, wasting money, just getting wasted. Libraries. Endless rows of dry old tomes and shushing bookworms. I spent, I will admit, many happy hours in my Student Union bar, although not as many as our esteemed editor, who...
City Notes
Situated in Ehemalige Jüdische Mädchenschule, the same former Jewish Girls’ School as the recently featured Pauly Saal, Oskar Melzer and Paul Mogg do for 1930s American delis, what the aforementioned restaurant does for Berlin’s ‘Golden...
City Notes
So the saying goes, there are many ways to skin a cat... seemingly, there's also many ways to preserve a historic environment when creating a contemporary dining space. The Marseille-based design duo of Bastien Beguier and François Jaubert - aka...
City Notes
Sogyeok-dong, a residential area of northern Seoul, is currently under attack from the usual crop of galleries, coffee shops and quirky boutiques... standing out, head and shoulders above its neighbours, is a curious third property for Kukje - a...
City Notes
I think it probably accurate to say that San Sebastián is not well known for its luxury accommodation, or contemporary hotels. If you said its gastronomy or The International Film Festival then you'd perhaps be closer to the mark. That's why, on...
City Notes
"The finishes are simple, naked & de-saturated in colour", reads the press release, nicely summing up the elegantly muted aesthetic of this Sydney joint. For those of you not familiar with technicalities of desaturating an image, it's basically...
City Notes
Just last September, the former power station for Shoreditch's tram system (dating back to 1905) was hosting its second year of London Design Festival activities. The distinguished old space had serious presence, it made for a spectacular addition...
City Notes
Beauty salons of any description tend to have a particular look, if it's not clean and clinical, it's Zen-like - all bamboo shoots and rainforest soundtracks. Sure, some push their boundaries a little; but looking like a visit to show caves like Dan...
City Notes
Founded in Alte Vicenza, Northern Italy, in 1956, Bisazza are big-hitters. Real big-hitters. Bringing in mega-designers like Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola and Fabio Novembre, for collaborations and commissions, the luxury mosaic brand also keep...
City Notes
Prepare yourself: everything you thought you knew about ice cream means nothing. Even those ridiculously good Italian gelaterie? Forget 'em - waste of time... for Jordi Roca, the youngest of the three brothers behind El Celler de Can Roca (the...
City Notes
Gentrification hey? It'll come and get you, wherever you are - waving its big fat chequebook in your faces, pushing 'subtle' brand collaborations on your favourite dive bars... but, hey, is it really all that bad, or is it just the way the cookie...
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 right painting professional makes a difference in the durability and visual appeal of your home. Finding a quality and qualified Calgary house painter is vital for homeowners and businesses. There are so many options, however, making it tough to...
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...