Liam Aldous
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.
Diplomacy
The EU's ambassador to Canada, Mexico's many consulates in the US and a controversial new law in Spain.
Travel
Monocle uncovers striking places to stay this summer. From vibrant boutique hotels in Bogotá and Mumbai to an intimate high-rise in Gothenburg and historical lodgings in Hoogstraten and Rome.
House proud
Often an architectural afterthought, social housing can be so much more. We look at four innovative new developments that show how good design can enhance the lives of more than just the privileged few.
