James Chambers
Here to stay
James Chambers reporting from Laos: Meet Adrian Zecha, the 84-year-old industry veteran who’s setting out to redefine hospitality in 2018.
A fine beast
Europe is bracing itself for the arrival of Gentle Monster, South Korea’s whackiest sunglasses brand, where the weird and wonderful shop designs complement the products on offer.
Travel Top 50
A guide to aviation's high-fliers, rail carriages with class, masterful hoteliers and service stars the world over
The vision thing
From a state-of-the-art concert hall to an international court and the murkiest waters of diplomacy, we meet the leaders who trust their instincts in tricky times.
Fashion
French dresses, Californian totes and a men’s label from product designer Jasper Morrison.
Wondrous wares
From seating to storage, these are the design innovations with which to fit out your home, office or otherwise.
Master of reinvention
We visit the Beijing studio of Chinese artist Zeng Fanzhi, who usually prefers to let his work do the talking. Fortunately, he was willing to have a conversation with Monocle about his career.
The opener
Pedal power in Zürich, Singapore-style workouts, Detroit’s architectural resurgence and an unexpected tea accompaniment in Beijing: we’ve scoured the globe for our news round-up.
Asia Pacific
Shibuya’s new nursery, Shanghai’s flight delays and recreational activities in Jakarta.
