Nolan Giles
Urbanism and design: Global
From Turin’s sky-high new development to a Tokyo architecture exhibition.
Next big thing
A shift is happening in graphic design. No longer do big companies command the best work; discerning clients are turning to small, nimble firms. We meet three creative up-and-comers.
Trend in sight
To get the inside track on fashion's future, we met some of the biggest names in the game to talk sustainability, brand trust and the evolution of men’s tailoring.
Can West Berlin’s ICC become a cultural hub again?
Unused since 2014, Berlin’s International Congress Centre is an architectural behemoth. We explore the 1980s icon and consider its future prospects in a city of sleeping giants.
Small is beautiful
Size isn’t everything. Our third annual index of the most welcoming, vibrant small cities around the world presents the best compact urban environments that do it all, focusing on quality of life and opportunity.
Design & Urbanism: Global
How to make a design district, architecture for bees and the On Design column.
Faithful to the cause
Knoll’s European arm is remaining loyal to its mid-century heritage, while also adding new designs by Piero Lissoni. It all makes for comfortable business.
Meet the architects racing to make concrete more sustainable
When talking about building a better future, concrete is often maligned as an out-of-date material that is bad for the environment. But is it as simple as that? We recast the debate.
Back on form
The 20 events, items and innovative makers that are shaping the design world as it regains its momentum.
Notes on a sandal
Birkenstock stayed in the family of its namesake cobbler from 1774 until recently, when it was bought by L Catterton.
