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Nic Monisse

Design

Design

We take a spin in a classic convertible in our brand-new series on the stories behind the world’s most beautiful works of industrial design. Plus: the latest furniture.

  • Issue #135
  • 7 min read
Design
Food & Drink

Tower grapes

Cork those thoughts of rustic, rolling vineyards – many modern wines are of an urban vintage. We visit four city wineries that have become the toast of the town.

  • Issue #135
  • 10 min read
Tower grapes
Urbanism

Soul of the city

Cities have never been so vibrant, vital and on the move. But what is the formula for a perfect neighbourhood? Here we look at urban projects transforming their cities.

  • Issue #135
  • 26 min read
City skyline framed by lush forest and snow-capped mountains.
Travel and restaurants

The opener

Hopping on a plane and heading to a sun-soaked island? Even if you’re not, it doesn’t mean that we can’t see out the summer in style. Whether it’s Hong Kong’s sandy beaches or Toronto’s…

  • Issue #135
  • 12 min read
The opener
Film

New views

This month’s cultural recommendations will keep you in the know, from South Korean crime drama to the latest pop releases.

  • Issue #134
  • 13 min read
New views
Society

The opener

Whether it’s a cosy corner shop or a well-delivered joke, there’s plenty to write home about even when we’re confined to our ’hoods. Plus: our correspondents check in from afar.

  • Issue #134
  • 14 min read
The opener
Product design

Working wonders

Absence makes the heart grow fonder, and that applies to our offices too. We’ve sourced 20 items for every workplace and asked creative thinkers what aspects of their offices help them work.

  • The Entrepreneurs #2
  • 1 min read
Working wonders
Business

In this together

How are leading figures from hospitality, retail and design adapting to a radically altered business landscape? From embracing digital platforms to taking the time to regroup, here are their lessons for the days ahead.

  • The Entrepreneurs #2
  • 14 min read
In this together
Entrepreneurialism

Doing the right thing

Amid gloomy headlines, there have been slivers of good news. From businesses retooling to provide medical equipment to professionals finding creative ways to keep industries afloat, here are some heroic initiatives.

  • The Entrepreneurs #2
  • 6 min read
Doing the right thing
Urbanism

Tricks of the trade

We round up sage advice, thoughts and tips from entrepreneurs with years of experience under their belts on how to find your brand, be an effective boss and what to invest in next.

  • The Entrepreneurs #2
  • 1 min read
A decorative chess set with metal pieces featuring the Playboy bunny logo on a checkered board.

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