What happens when a city decides that its cultural scene is worth saving?
London’s cultural crisis hotline is rescuing studios, theatres and music venues from closure – and New York is taking notice. Could this be the future of urban creative survival?
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14 summer shoes that are more than just a fashion statement
These will be your essential companions as you walk across hot sand, saunter along a promenade, or hit the town for a late supper.
Seville, the ‘frying pan of Europe’, holds the secrets to managing the blistering summer heat
As temperatures continue to soar, heatwaves have become a Spanish tradition. The city of Seville is drawing on both ancient knowledge and cutting-edge science to keep its citizens cool.
The most beautiful outdoor furniture for long summer dinners
Refresh your alfresco set-up with these eye-catching pieces from designers who refuse to compromise on form for outdoor functionality.
How to tap nature’s chilling effect for a sustainable way to cool urban areas
The hum of power-hungry air conditioners has become the soundtrack of summer in the hottest cities. The architect behind a Gold Lion-winning pavilion at Venice Biennale shares a possible solution.
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Long neglected on dusty shelves in Corsican bars, Cap Corse is now looking to make an international comeback
After a period of decline, the island’s once-iconic apéritif is experiencing a notable resurgence by looking to the past.
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Best boutiques in the world: Ven Space, Brooklyn
In an evolving retail landscape, the power of curation is a strong antidote to the uniformity of mainstream luxury. In this series we round up the best, must-visit boutiques from around the world.
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The radical notion of the ‘Mediterranean spirit’ and why we need it now more than ever
Novelist Albert Camus had it right: happiness lies in living in harmony with our surroundings. But what can this idea teach us about finding human connections in cities today?
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The Monocle Quality of Life Conference, 4 – 6 September 2025
Our Quality of Life Conference, which this year takes place in Barcelona this year, assembles the world’s boldest thinkers, industry leaders and creative talent for a real conversation on the things that matter to…
