Liam Aldous
Lost in space
Ricardo Bofill’s utopian vision for social living found form in the cubist heights and halls of Walden 7. Monocle discovers a community-minded building that turned science fiction into harmonious fact.
Space invaders
Meet the entrepreneurs revitalising derelict spaces with community, food and nightlife. These are the people shaping our cityscapes with imagination, skill and creativity, from Madrid to Tokyo and beyond.
Let’s get together
Cities work when they let people meet. They are less about the buildings than the bits in between. Monocle embarks on a global tour of the best outdoor spaces for sunshine and salutations.
Business
Drilling down into miners' accommodation, the Band-Aid gets brought into the 21st century and clean air becomes big business in China.
Up close
It’s often the little things that leave a lasting impression. From flickering neon lights in Portugal to painted manholes in Japan, Monocle picks out 10 unique and memorable city details.
Screen time
Beyond the multiplex: cinemas offering inventive programming, director Q&As and social spaces where film lovers can share their passion. We highlight the best from around the world.
Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina balances Mediterranean charm with fresh ideas from its Nordic diaspora.
Business
The two-man team making umbrellas the old-fashioned way, the solar-powered plane that can fly forever and Canada's new anti-spam legislation.
