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Pillars of community
As property developers react to changes in how we want to live, many are breaking new ground with multi-use neighbourhood projects. We call in on the current schemes of three imaginative firms.
Straight to the point
Japan's fashion retailer United Arrows faces its biggest challenge yet as new president Yoshinori Matsuzaki navigates pandemic losses while balancing digital growth with cherished bricks-and-mortar traditions.
Holiday express
For passengers on Japan’s redesigned Saphir Odoriko trains, the vacation begins from the moment that they board, thanks to comfy seating, top-quality food and huge windows to help them enjoy the view.
People’s palaces
Vienna’s ‘Gemeindebau’ apartment blocks were built out of necessity but an emphasis on social cohesion and affordability means that they might now be the world’s best public housing.
Screen saviour
It has been a dark year for cinemas around the world but the credits aren’t rolling yet – and a revitalised cinema on Singapore’s waterfront is stealing the scene.
Branch network
It makes elegant, versatile and sustainable buildings but there’s now a global shortage of timber – and the issue is splintering global relations.
They have it licked
The owners of modest gelaterie can find themselves running businesses with the potential to become deliciously successful global brands. We look at three fresh players.
Ship shape
It should be a moment to savour – a sea breeze, a glass of rosé. But most ferry trips involve terrible coffee and fumes. We have a plan to get holidays back on course.
Premium pit stops: How three service stations turned roadside refuels into roadtrip destinations
Most service stations are a means to an end: a quick stop-off beside a motorway to refuel and stretch your legs. But can they be more? We park at cultured conveniences revving things up.
Crown jewel
Business is blooming in the fertile fields of Victoria’s King Valley as Melbourne’s entreprenurial ‘tree changers’ put down roots.
