City Notes
Utter the term 'hip hotel', and it's Ace that comes to mind. When Alex Calderwood, Wade Weigel and Doug Herrick opened Ace Hotel Seattle in 1999, few would have thought that ten years later that essence of creative community would land in central...
City Notes
A utopian paradise lies just north of the old Parisian city walls. In the birthplace of Jazz Manouche, where the rag and bone men set up shop to sell their wares, lies MOB Hotel; less of a hotel, more of a coworking environment, exhibition space,...
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Following success stories in Amsterdam and Rotterdam, The Hague is home to the third Foodhallen venue; Foodhallen Den Haag located in the city's Haagsche Bluf area among high-end shops and differing architectural styles. Becoming quite...
Dispatches
To mark the fifth edition of the annual urban and contemporary art festival, Unexpected, Camille Walala has transformed a vintage gas station in Downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas, into a joyous landmark; her new public mural, entitled Walala Pump & Go,...
The Edit
Fashion's relationship with the hoodie has been a tumultuous one. The garment has been linked to social inequality, youth culture, subculture, racism and fear, whilst remaining at the centre of contemporary dress; a trend with no signs of abating,...
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Combining that famed warm Southern conviviality with an abundance of colourful glitz and glamour, The Dwell Hotel—located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee—is a 16 room property that brings together comfort and functionality with...
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A space to support and help creative entrepreneurs flourish by providing a 35,000 square foot facility—complete with state-of-the-art studios, a coworking space and events area—Artscape Daniels Launchpad is revolutionising creative working in...
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It's fair to say that Best Western doesn't conjure the most evocative of images. While the name Hilton may retain a certain cachet regardless of how mundane the property and its location may be, the big BW has a kind of Holiday Inn feel about it....
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Located centrally on Kiev's Saksahanskoho street, life takes on an altogether slower pace at an environmentally friendly and health-conscious restaurant that has absolutely bags of style to boot: the exceedingly beautiful Zelyonka....
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Hong Kong designers, o&o studio, have converted an old grease factory in Shanghai's South Bund riverside complex into a craft beer and whiskey bar cum restaurant, the 130 square metre space made up of three connecting ground level units in the...
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Combining chef Carlos Gaytán's love of gastronomy and the endearing sensation of being home, surrounded by family, Chicago restaurant Tzuco provides a culinary experience centred around coming together over damn fine food. Having become...
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Architecture studio Michaelis Boyd have completed work on Luxembourg boutique, Muse By..., the flagship store split over two floors, each showcasing high-end ready-to-wear fashion, footwear and accessories. Located at 60 Grand Rue, the...
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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...
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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...
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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...
Dispatches
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...
Dispatches
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...
Dispatches
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...