Design
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Family building
In 1943, two architects built a radical apartment block in Buenos Aires to redefine communal living. Decades later, the modernist marvel is still the glue that holds its inhabitants together.
Inventory no. 92
This April we shower you with well-made ephemera, including a Canadian gin, Nordic planters and Swiss sundries, plus a handsome set of travel guides and some desirable deskware.
Making a stand
Beyond the runways and boutiques, Milan's fashion reputation rests on thousands of small manufacturers, family workshops and artisans quietly stitching, cutting and crafting the goods that keep the industry running.
Out on a limb
Precisely nipped and tucked, Kiiya’s handmade mannequins are head and shoulders above the rest.
Soaring symbol
In Portugal, one swallow doesn’t make a summer: thousands of them do. Ceramic versions of the bird are produced in huge numbers and feature in most Portuguese homes. Why the avian allure?
The conversation: Sitting pretty
Portraiture has a long history that provides rich insights into both artist and subject. Contemporary artists Gavin Turk and Peter Blake discuss their approach to this fascinating and freighted form.
Form and function: Brisbane
Australia’s architectural heritage is rooted in practicality but has been elevated by modern interpretation. Monocle crisscrosses the country to pick out some elegant and enduring examples of residential design.
Stay in style, Australia
With private beaches and rooftop bars aplenty, we present the latest hotel openings from Perth to Sydney, Mollymook to Byron Bay. Plus, a grooming pick to ensure you look the part.
Purchasing power: Aussie retail
From London to Singapore, Australian companies are leading the way in creating large-scale retail outlets. We visit the headquarters of industry leaders to see how they design the world’s most dynamic shopping experiences.
Object lessons: Design companies
To understand what makes Australia special, look to its dynamic design community. Monocle meets a choice selection of the nation’s crafty creators making their mark at home and abroad.
