Urbanism
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Power struggle
With foreign investment and as the African Union's home, Ethiopia's capital is becoming Africa’s diplomatic hub. Addis Ababa is building a new image, affirming its premiership in the pan-continental body.
Ari
Bangkok's Ari neighbourhood is a peaceful residential hub for Thailand's artistic set. Enjoying good transport, plentiful galleries and a vibrant food scene, it's where creative entrepreneurs are making their mark.
Cosy Town
There’s nothing that irritates architects more than the word ‘cosy’. We believe they should rethink their view. Whether it’s a grand urban master plan or simple apartment block, the vast majority of us are…
Urban Age Conference
Istanbul, a thriving megacity at the crossroads between East and West, is at a critical moment in its long and rich history. Monocle reports from the Urban Age conference, organised by the London School…
Melilla
Melilla, in Morocco, is one of two Spanish colonies left on the African continent. The enclave is a lure for illegal immigrants who try to cross the border into Europe. Monocle's Saul Taylor heads…
Vomero
Overlooking Naples, the hillside district of Vomero is a charming spot to live. It offers easy access to the city centre but with none of the drawbacks often associated with the port city.
Architecture/Design
We look at a new plaza in Taipei by Vicente Guallart, a retail space from Richards & Spence in Brisbane and Vitsoe’s latest shop in New York. Plus, an interview with architect Noriaki Okabe.
Barriers and barrios
Melilla, a Spanish colony in Morocco, is a lure for immigrants trying to enter Europe. But this is not the whole story; Monocle explores its multicultural make-up and recent investment.
The living is easy
Sweden’s second city is fertile soil for small businesses thanks to its history of maritime adventure, the population’s can-do attitude and its intimate size, which helps keep the co-operative spirit alive and well.
Happy now?
Famous for its Gross National Happiness index, Bhutan has been a democracy for just over a year. Monocle talks to its prime minister about how times are changing in the Himalayan nation.
