Lucrezia Motta
Five creative forces shaping the worlds of architecture and design
From a designer honing Nigeria’s modern craft legacy to a pioneering Milanese gallerist, our interviewees share their thoughts about their work and this year’s Salone del Mobile.

How Flexform has funded the renovation of a cloister in a former convent
Meet the furniture brand seeking divine intervention in its design work.

Our top 25 furniture picks to purchase at Salone del Mobile
Unsure what to buy? We’ve combed through a host of new releases and picked out the lights, armchairs and tables that came out on top.

Interview: Canadian author Éric Chacour, a rising star on QuĂ©bec’s literary scene
How growing up between cultures informed his award-winning debut novel.

Inside the former home of Enver Hoxha, transformed into a vibrant artists’ residence
The transformation of the Stalinist dictator’s residence is rewriting the country’s oppressive history and breathing new life into its cultural landscape.

State of the art: Six important new museums to visit in 2025
Seeking cultural inspiration? 2025 is the start of a new wave of museum openings, from a gallery-hotel hybrid in Lisbon to a celebration of West African art in Nigeria.

Architects of ambience: Meet three firms shaping hospitality’s finest spaces
There’s more to a delicious meal at your favourite restaurant than quality ingredients – and an escape to your favourite hotel is about more than just smart staff catering to your needs.

Three new must-visit luxury openings in SĂŁo Paulo, Kurashiki and Paris
High-end hospitality was once synonymous with uniform glossiness, whether you were in Tokyo or Trieste. But the industry is now focusing on experiences that reflect its surroundings.

From Puglia to the skies: Three innovations in hospitality and design
From a beautifully restored Italian manor to Noma’s latest kitchen experiments and a revolutionary airline seat, these three innovations are setting new standards in travel, food, and design.

In good hands: How dedicated schools are keeping luxury brands’ traditions alive
From tailoring and upholstery to goldsmithing, we visit five schools that are helping a new generation to master traditional crafts.
