Nic Monisse
Community centre
Burkinabè architect Diébédo Francis Kéré sees his projects as hubs for nearby residents, even enlisting their help to build them.
The Opener
Speaking in tongues, secretly coded coins, spruiking Seoul and why learning a dialect can help you stay in the black.
At ease
Nick Wakeman, designer of effortlessly stylish clothing, introduces Studio Nicholson’s team, from its marketing director to its Soho shop manager.
The Opener
Diplomatic gifting, lacy pants for men and a chilly take on southern hemisphere heating. Plus: South Korean popstar Eric Nam goes global.
Hit the bar
Inspired by Québec, taking Denmark by storm: this special bar and shop is a social hub that plays a unique role in its neighbourhood.
Best in town
From architects to street-lighting experts, these firms are keeping our cities liveable.
In plain sight
A sensitive city hall revamp opens up this storied building to foster dialogue and democracy.
Design
The Royal College of Art in London has a new wing and Venice’s Procuratie Vecchie reopens.
The Opener
Filming toilets in Japan, an error of biblical proportions and a potato-based conflict.
