Design
Page 181
Harmony restored
Built in the 1930s as a Third-Reich propaganda machine, Munich’s Haus der Kunst has since evolved to become one of Germany’s most prestigious and global-minded contemporary-art venues.
Collingwood
Creative industries and individuals from near and far are flocking to the renovated factories and warehouses of Collingwood.
Looks good on paper
Who puts the lead in your pencil? Probably a German firm with a history of making fine writing instruments. Meet the masters of the stationery cupboard fighting back against digital gadgets.
Inventory no. 61
This month, the natural world brings wood, leather and rare essences to the fore and creates unexpected combinations with chocolate-and-caramel tea and a vodka that starts life with a cow.
Wood for good
While the woodworking firms and lumber yards of northern Japan have been in decline, wooden-toy brand Mastro Geppetto is thriving.
The outsiders
Munich is setting a new focus on public art for 2013. The Bavarian city has invited renowned artist duo Elmgreen + Dragset to playfully carry out a most serious, city-wide artistic mission.
Stanton Williams Architects
Central Saint Martins is flying the flag for art and design education in the UK, despite short-sighted government policies. Monocle meets the principals at Stanton Williams, the architects behind the college's award-winning new home.
Do it yourself
Monocle meets five creative businesses and entrepreneurs who have gone their own way, and we ask them how, and why, they did it.
Principles of style
We ask two fashion buyers what they look for when selecting brands for their shop and for their top picks for this season and beyond.
