Architecture
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Timber towers
With a radical vision for the future of residential architecture, property developer Folkhem is building Sweden’s tallest wooden high-rises. The apartment blocks are chic, eco-friendly and quick to construct.
Urban growth
Urban spaces are becoming wilder thanks to innovative greening schemes. We visit projects from Bangkok to Geneva, where private initiatives are creating public parks and improving quality of life for all.
Public realm
Residents and visitors to South Tyrol’s Puster Valley are reaping the rewards of an inspired approach to public architecture, from sleek fire stations and light-filled libraries to smart-looking bus shelters.
Expo: Sporting success
The Helsinki Swimming Stadium, originally for the 1940 Olympics, is a winning attraction in the Finnish capital. An oasis among lush lawns where residents come for relaxation and training – after a compulsory jump.
After the revolution
Once a hotbed of political foment, Mexico City’s Juárez district has declined for decades. Now young professionals are changing the neighbourhood, drawn to its central location and solid housing stock.
Under the sun
Creating a seat for the great outdoors often leaves designers lost. We’re glad to see makers of alfresco furniture that remain true to clean lines, hardwearing materials and quality construction.
Out of the past
Historically isolated, Kanazawa’s economy is expanding thanks to a new rail link to Tokyo. But its inhabitants are determined to preserve the city’s unique traditions and distinctive architecture.
Design
From the contemporary to the classic, we round up all the highlights from this year's Salone del Mobile in Milan.
Garden city
EmQuartier is the centrepiece of Bangkok’s new luxury retail district. Its visionary CEO tells Monocle why it’s more like a movie blockbuster than a traditional shopping mall.
The missing link
Toronto’s new air-rail connection, UP Express, is revolutionising the city’s transport network. Made to be business-traveller friendly, its aesthetic is influenced by the Canadian landscape and some sharp uniforms.
