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Katong
Katong on Singapore’s East Coast is a foodie neighbourhood full of hot property that’s attracting new residents.
Real corker
Amorim, a cork producer since 1870, is barking up the right tree after a company revamp and now supplies iconic wine estates as well as fashion houses and Nasa.
Heli vision
Heli Air Monaco is still going strong after 36 years. The company’s secret? Embrace innovation while covering the basics of professional service.
The secret is out
The design vernacular of Comporta has remained intact for decades. Today it’s providing rich inspiration for new developments too.
Lake life
Architect Erik Persson bought a 120-year-old barn, dismantled it and rebuilt it as a summerhouse. The result is a simple yet stunning off-grid retreat in the peaceful depths of the Swedish countryside.
Design for life
Artisans have embellished everyday utensils with a heavy dose of design without sacrificing performance. Here’s our selection of tools to perk up your quality of life, from Dutch garden tools to Japanese candleholders.
Life in the round
Bertrand Goldberg’s Marina City buildings are a distinctive feature of Chicago’s skyline. We meet the residents of the iconic ‘corncobs’ to explore their unique way of life and enduring architectural legacy.
Little shop of wonders
In a world of bland city centres, a shop full of interesting and unusual magazines and music that’s staffed by experts is a joyful discovery. And what’s more, they make your neighbourhood special.
That’s just how I roll
Vélo Québec is the guiding force behind Montréal’s celebrated bike culture, a model being exported around the world. The woman in the saddle explains how she forged a lean, green urban lifestyle.
