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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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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.
Want to make lasting memories? Here’s why you should keep your phone in your pocket
Technology has amplified our impulse to photograph everything. But what if we didn’t view the world through our phone screens?
How Europe’s tech sector is quietly gaining ground
Europe is often portrayed as a tech underdog, lacking a single giant firm of the calibre found in Silicon Valley. In February, during an AI summit in Paris, US vice-president JD Vance poured scorn…
25 property insiders on the next big market opportunities
In property and construction there is still space to rethink and reinvent from the ground up. Here lie valuable insights from 25 insiders, from architects and asset managers to property magnates worldwide.
