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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Ten building blocks to solve the housing crisis
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After the devastation of the wildfires, a visionary duo of property-developing brothers are planning a design-led rebirth for an iconic neighbourhood.
The quiet life: A look inside Casa O, Enrique Olivera’s rural weekend residence
Today, the godfather of modern Mexican gastronomy is content to harvest crops and experiment with flavours at his purpose-build getaway home. The chef says he’s no longer chasing big ideas…except maybe one.
Three beautiful new hotels to unwind in: From a homage to Palm Springs on Ibiza to a striking hotel in Amsterdam
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Why Indonesia holds such appeal for businesses looking to manufacture outside of China
Indonesia has caught the attention of entrepreneurs seeking a new high-end manufacturing base where they can tap into traditional know-how. Here, we meet Philippe Delaisse, co-founder of one of the nation’s pioneers, Ethnicraft.
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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.
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If public art is meant to inspire communities, why do cities often get it so wrong?
Sculptures in urban spaces rarely speak to the people and places in which they’re plonked. Is there ever a time they can actually improve our quality of life?
UPCOMING EVENTS
Celebrating 10 years in Merano, Saturday 12 July 2025
Tyler Brûlé and Mats Klingberg invite you to our summer party to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Monocle’s Merano outpost.
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…
