Business
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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Where next for luxury retail?
Once touted as unstoppable disruptors of fashion retail, luxury e-commerce companies have struggled to recover their pre-pandemic momentum – with some only narrowly dodging insolvency. We discuss the sector’s future and opportunities to reinvent…
Future proofing
We ask 10 leading industry professionals to tell us why there might be some cause for optimism in 2024 – and where to put your money.
Home bodies
We meet the figures revitalising a 1980s mall, renovating homes with the environment in mind and lifting a San Francisco landmark to new heights.
Changing spaces
The use of urban architecture, particularly office blocks, has transformed completely over the past few years – but opportunities abound. We asked five property experts how we might harness these evolving landscapes.
Colour one’s view
Good developments can transform an area. Take Plaza Gomila, where brightly hued buildings are bringing back former glories.
Inside storeys
What makes a well-considered development? Our pick of new projects offer some intriguing clues and the resulting buildings are becoming industry benchmarks.
Superior blend
Great mixed-use developments should cater to urban life in all its guises. But what makes a project successful? Here’s where to start.
Brick by brick
From conversations with leading developers to profiles of the most exciting projects, we survey the global property sector in 2024.
The Agenda: Business
Fashion: PortugalCleaning up its act The coronavirus pandemic saw activewear become a fashion staple and demand for casual sportswear continues to grow. Yet this sartorial shift poses environmental challenges. Petroleum-based materials such as polyester,…
The Opener
Monocle has a network of correspondents in cities around the world. Our brief updates here include news on an unexpected discovery in London, Bangkok’s marijuana U-turn and an arty theme park in LA.
