Design
‘We need one foot in the past and one in the future’: Piaget’s CEO on designing watches to be both timely and timeless
Ahead of Watches and Wonders, we speak with Piaget’s CEO, Benjamin Comar, about what makes the brand relevant in today’s market.
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At Norway’s chic Stockholm Embassy, modernist design meets Nordic diplomacy
The warm, considered interiors of Norway’s embassy in Stockholm is a reflection of the nation’s character and its culture of craft and unity.
The Netherlands’ diplomatic ideology finds form in the architecture of its Addis Ababa embassy
The building that houses the Dutch mission to Ethiopia is a study in cross-cultural collaboration, expressed through architecture.
Architecture as international diplomacy: Switzerland’s ‘hanok’-inspired embassy in Seoul
The embassy of Switzerland in Seoul is a manifestation of the two nation’s relationship and architectural heritage – and a statement of peaceful coexistence between progress and remembrance.
‘This is not a house of worship.’ Architect Farshid Moussavi on designing the Ismaili Center Houston
The British artichect reflects on being tasked with planning the world’s seventh Ismaili Centre, and maintaining Islamic architectural identity in an American context.
The renovation of the Philippine embassy in Singapore unveils a striking new chancery for overseas nationals
The newest iteration of the Philippine embassy in Singapore not only raises the island nation’s diplomatic profile, but also provides a home away from home for its citizens abroad.
Mönchspoint in Tengling: the farmhouse renovation you’ll want to move into
When Andreas Müller committed to the restoration of a centuries-old farmhouse, he came up against the harsh realities of historic redevelopment. After years of work, he has finally brought it back to life.
Inside Club Metrópolis, a heritage landmark-turned-boutique hotel and gastronomic hub
Madrid’s Metropolis Building was set to be turned into office space – until Marta Seco and Sandro Silva stepped in. It is now reimagined as hospitality destination, featuring seven restaurants and a members’ club.
On the hunt for a vintage Braun collectable? Only/Once Shop is the place to start
What began as Filip Triner’s personal collection of 20th-century Brussels-style design quickly evolved into something bigger. We speak to the collector-turned-vendor of vintage Braun products.
Grab a seat at Trovo, Madrid’s chair specialist sitting pretty
After more than two decades in the antiques and restoration industries, Lola Feijóo has opened a shop devoted entirely to seating.
Small tags, big statements: The art and design of iconic clothing labels
For canny designers, a small label is the place to set the tone. Brands such as Fiorucci, Fjällräven and CYC use clever illustrations and bold colours to sketch out their style philosophy.
