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A great Dane
Photographer Thomas Ibsen’s house, a classic of the post-war ‘funkis’ style characterised by simple lines and clever use of light, is filled with design treasures and new pieces that he’s created.
Samba style
Set on a mountainside with views over the Atlantic and surrounded by trees and tranquillity, this Rio residence reflects the cosmopolitan lifestyle of its Parisian and Swedish occupants.
Bienvenue en Inde
Pondicherry, a corner of India home to 7,000 French expats, offers pétanque and pâtisseries. It's a microcosm of flourishing business ties between France and India, but is it ready for major economic growth?
World Travel Catering Expo
Staying comfortable in-flight means big business at Hamburg’s World Travel Catering and Onboard Services Expo. Join Monocle as we pay a flying visit.
Neighbourhood: Chai Wan
Hong Kong’s east side is a former industrial neighbourhood undergoing a renaissance. We explore the warehouses that are now home to stores, galleries and innovative start-ups moving away from downtown.
Business class
In under three years, Virgin Australia CEO John Borghetti rebranded a struggling carrier and now competes as a major player. He tells us how it’s an airline’s staff that helps keep standards high.
Business
An air ambulance service in South Africa, mineral water in Georgia and butter-making in Australia.
Indie brands
Away from Beverly Hills’ brashness, Silver Lake has enjoyed a reputation for creativity for over 80 years. Monocle meets today’s residents who are keeping the tradition of enterprising independence alive.
Petit prints
In an age of email, the postcard is threatened but not in the museum world, where it remains big business. Monocle meets the teams behind some of the world’s mini masterpieces.
A cut above
The passing of knowledge from master to apprentice takes years of work. In our new feature, we explore this craft, beginning with Florence’s revered Liverano & Liverano tailors and their commitment to bespoke suits.
