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Supermarkets have lost their charm. How can we make them better?
From saying no to self-checkouts to getting the right lighting, Monocle’s 10-point plan details how to make them feel inviting again.
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Neiman Marcus closes the door on a gilded age of American retail
Department stores can only survive if they see beyond the bottom line
Inside the Reserve, Singapore’s largest and most stylish vault
Vaults are usually secretive. Yet The Reserve, Singapore’s newest repository for bullion, is gaining an interest by showing off.
Mipim, the property industry’s annual meet-up, is finally breaking new ground
We speak to eight mayors, developers and architects transforming built environments, from rethinking building materials to finding smart solutions to climate change.
US philanthropist and billionaire Nicolas Berggruen’s plans to reshape global power dynamics
Through his influential global think-tank, the one-time ‘homeless billionaire’ is eager to address the key challenges of this volatile age.
The best luxury gadgets to buy now, from Bang & Olufsen headphones to Technics speakers
We try out Panasonic’s new lightweight camera, smart speakers, tactile headphones and a long-lasting smartwatch.
Why one unassuming US grocery chain is a perfect lesson in the power of community building
Little about Stewart’s has changed in 50 years. For the business, presence and consistency are more important that standing out from the crowd.
Torque of the town: Luxury car brands swerve into the sector of high-end fashion
Furniture firms and car makers are driving change in both industries by collaborating on mutually inspired designs.
How Older made restaurant uniforms cool again
Supplying handsome uniforms for companies around the globe, Older is a workwear brand that actually kits out workers. We speak to the founders giving businesses a distinctive look.
