Rory Jones
London’s National Gallery is getting a new wing courtesy of Kengo Kuma
The £750m (€862m) Project Domani will include a newly converted public rooftop and connect Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square.
Three new Italian openings that attest to London’s appetite for la dolce vita
From Soho’s 1950s-style espresso bars to Mayfair’s white tablecloth ristorante, you’d be hard pressed to think of a London neighbourhood lacking a good Italian restaurant. We try three of the best new openings.
Architecture as international diplomacy: Switzerland’s ‘hanok’-inspired embassy in Seoul
The embassy of Switzerland in Seoul is a manifestation of the two nation’s relationship and architectural heritage – and a statement of peaceful coexistence between progress and remembrance.
Leaf through London with 10 bookshops that are bound to please
Few cities are as bookish as London and Monocle knows the capital cover to cover. From the best bookshops for urbanism to where you can browse wine in hand, here’s our favourite spots.
Parkview Mountain House: A creative retreat on Utah’s Wasatch cliffside
To generate a creative buzz during the quieter, off-peak months, Parkview Mountain House has opened its doors to artists, offering free-of-charge three-day residencies.
A perfect joint: Another Country and Goldfinger aim to grow without compromising quality
The two furniture firms flourish in fresh directions while retaining their distinct identities.
South American literature is having a moment – and women are at the forefront
Latin American literature in translation is continuing to find success, especially works by women writers. Charco Press is leading the charge. Monocle speaks with Carolina Orloff, its founder, about the phenomenon.
Why the mayor of Cape Town welcomes tourists in his city despite anti-visitor trends
We need more tourists. Other cities might be facing challenges related to the industry but we’re here with open arms. Tourism does three things. It stimulates construction, injects foreign revenue into a city and…
How innovative snow-clearing technology is developing across continents
Excessive snow can quickly become the bane of everyday transport. Here are three firms making its removal their business, whether behind the wheel, by hand – or with the help of an ice-shovelling robot.
Plan a year of insights and entertainment with Monocle’s 2026 cultural calendar
Pick up a fresh new diary and fill the forthcoming 12 months with art, books, design, fashion and more from our rundown of the events not to be missed in the year ahead.
