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Start the dance
Dance hall La Paloma thrived for more than a century until a barrage of noise complaints closed its doors. Now, soundproofed and reimagined, the party is back.
Building a story
No longer just dry industry texts, architecture books are a powerful medium for sharing fresh ideas.
See the light
In 2014, designers Rita Múrias and Paulo Barata began collecting neon signs for their aesthetic qualities.
A secret life in pictures
British photographer John Balsom discovered 7,000 pictures shot by his grandfather Percy S Waite in a box at a relative's house in Hampshire. The London-based amateur photographer captured an incredible mid-century moment pioneering colour.
By the book
The completion of a 15-year library renovation is the end of a chapter for the team behind it – but the bonds they’ve formed are an ongoing story.
Collision course
A school of hard knocks in France is sending stunt performers tripping and flipping to the silver screen.
Rhythm king
The Uruguayan musician on dancing with the devil and why it’s never too late to dedicate yourself to a passion.
The Opener
Stories that have piqued our interest, from spy balloons to rock’n’roll currency.
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…
