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From two cars to 20,000: How Bluebird became Indonesia’s ride-hailing giant
From battling Jakarta’s gridlock to facing down ride-hailing rivals, Bluebird’s Noni Purnomo has steered her family firm through crises and change while championing integrity, sustainability and opportunity for women in Indonesia’s transport industry.
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Six buildings from around the globe setting industry standards
What makes a well-considered development? Our pick of new projects offer some intriguing clues.
Ten principles for designing vibrant and liveable mixed-use spaces
Great mixed-use developments should cater to urban life in all its guises. But what makes a project successful? Here’s where to start.
The Monocle Property Survey 2024
From conversations with leading developers to profiles of the most exciting projects, we survey this year’s global property sector.
The business agenda: A Jakarta-based fragrance label and the company driving Japan’s substitute-meat market
Plus: a Portuguese brand aiming to bring circular fashion into the mainstream.
The agenda opener: Updates from our correspondents and a Q&A with Hoor al Qasimi
Plus: romance novels flying off the shelves in France, South Africa, Brazil and Hungary.
A look inside Azabudai Hills – Tokyo’s ‘city within a city’
We explore its shops, which offer everything from fashion to furniture, and see how the mixed-use development could provide a template for elevating urban life.
Get behind the wheel and fall in love with driving again : The all-new Toyota Land Cruiser 250
The iconic vehicle has been given a back-to-basics makeover with a steer towards the environment.
The business agenda: A course correction for Berlin Brandenburg Airport and rethinking men’s skincare
Plus: A behind the scenes at international hotel brand Fairmont.
Monocle speaks to five of the travel industry’s brightest minds
Travel is all about the thrills of being out in the unknown. But what about the activities that ensure we get there and enjoy our stay? That’s where the industry’s brightest minds come in.
Helsinki market-hall revival
To celebrate our inaugural Retail Awards, we head to a newly renovated food hall in Helsinki. From cheese and smoked fish to fresh pastries and locally grown vegetables, the Hakaniemi Market Hall is the…
