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Beirut’s art scene is undergoing a revival. Here are 3 cultural institutions you should seek out
In the midst of chaos and war, Lebanon’s artistic institutions refused to surrender their visions. Now it could be their time to thrive.
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Art for the people
Cancel culture and collective hand-wringing has made the art world a rather serious place to work. Luckily the curator of Berlin's Haus der Kulturen der Welt is offering a novel way to see things.
Outpost News: Britain’s smallest radio station
Located in the northwestern corner of the Scottish Highlands, Gairloch is a coastal village of about 700 people that is known for its mountains, sea loch and rugged landscape. Monocle paid a visit to…
Inside the world’s largest costume company
Peris Costumes is the world’s largest company dedicated to selling and renting costumes for film, stocking more than 10 million garments. Monocle took a peek behind the scenes of its Madrid-based HQ to meet…
Design tours: The world’s best public housing?
The world is urbanising fast. But how do you accommodate people in cities in a way that offers dignity, affordability and a sense of community? Vienna may have a solution.
Métiers d’art by Chanel
Chanel’s annual métiers d’art collection is an ode to craftsmanship and a tribute to the specialist ateliers with which the house works. We go behind the scenes to watch the creative process and witness…
Le19M: Chanel’s commitment to craftsmanship
Designed by French architect Rudy Ricciotti, Chanel’s new creative centre in Paris is dedicated to preserving traditional skills and nurturing opportunities for a new generation. We visit the specialist ateliers to witness the savoir-faire…
Design tours: Lithuania’s modernist city
As Lithuania’s second city, it’s not often Kaunas gets much international attention. This, however, could be about to change. Kaunas has been named one of Europe’s Capitals of Culture for 2022; a title it’s…
War reporting, print’s future and being a TV anchor
From CNN’s Clarissa Ward on reporting in hotspots around the world to Magculture’s Jeremy Leslie on the future of print, here are some of the highlights from The Monocle Media Summit in London. Listen…
Reinventing the newsstand
At Monocle, we believe in the enduring power of the newsstand as a place to forge relationships, showcase the best of print and, for savvy brands, to create meaningful connections with customers offline.
Bolstering Maldivian traditions
A short hop from Malé’s international airport, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands offers an encounter with age-old Maldivian culture. Chef de cuisine Jameel Ahmed helps us navigate the customs of island life: from ancient…
