Carlota Rebelo
Identity politics: The controversial rebranding of Portugal’s government logo
Meet Eduardo Aires, the veteran graphic designer whose national branding for Portugal became weaponised in the country’s recent elections.
The design agenda: Copenhagen’s high hopes, Ecuador’s collaborative communities and a royal rumble in Saudi Arabia
The ancient Arabian oasis city hopes to inspire tourism through local initiatives.
Davos: where are we going?
The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos has brought together political leaders, CEOs and scholars to discuss about how to tackle the world’s most pressing issues and move forward. Monocle Films travels to…
Persuasive manoeuvres
We celebrate the countries that have mastered the subtler arts of global influence.
Home stretch
Downtown Dubai’s breathtaking skyline might be awe-inspiring but, along with its neighbouring districts, it’s a highly liveable part of the city.
Sartorial start-ups
Fashion is more than just clothes; it's a statement of ideals, heritage and taste. Monocle profiles three fashion companies putting big ideas into practice in the UAE.
Meet your makers
We meet the studios and artisans installing hand-sculpted furniture, creating art from desert sand and adding a dash of nostalgia to clients’ spaces. These firms are anything but a soft touch.
A nose for business
Wake up and smell the possibilities. Monocle meets the entrepreneurs and perfumers creating distinctive fragrances that look after our wellbeing and represent key elements of the uae’s history and heritage.
Lasting impressions
Expo 2020 Dubai proved the UAE can host a global event. The site’s sustainability ambitions are now helping it to secure a future as a vibrant business and residential hub.
Beyond business class
Three Lufthansa alumni have launched Beond, a new Dubai-based airline rethinking high-end travel. With ultra-long haul routes and Ferrari-designed seats, they are already off to a flying start.
