Design
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Domestic harmony
Warm woodwork, architectural tricks and treasured objects delight the residents of this Swiss apartment.
House rules
Spending more time at home in the colder weather and hoping to give your interiors a lift? Follow our foolproof tips, from getting the lights right to reviving a favourite chair.
How Finland’s furniture makers Artek, Woodio and Vaarnii are securing timber for the future
Despite Finland’s many forests, its furniture designers are struggling to source enough wood for their products.
Tools of the trade
Hermès is at the forefront of a movement to uphold France’s leather-working traditions. We visit its new factory to meet its expert artisans.
Just add water
Anish Kapoor is a sculptor in fine form. Monocle meets the artist at his studio in the City of Bridges to discuss his philosophy, from the outside looking in.
Vollebak’s future-proof clothing attracts stellar champions and investors
Disruptive fashion start-up Vollebak utilises highly durable, technologically advanced materials to make clothes that will dress many generations to come. And the brand’s low-waste, future-proof mission is winning it some stellar champions and investors.
Meet the budding urban planners at a Venice institute tackling climate-change issues
An architecture school in the City of Bridges aims to arm the next generation of urbanists and designers with hands-on skills needed to combat climate change.
The Swiss army is defining its image in hopes of connecting with the country’s people
A communications agency has taken on a branding overhaul for the Swiss army. The result is a new identity that promotes pride and competence, and is rooted in the country’s design traditions.
Workwear is back in the fashion fold – does the trend mark a shift in consumer behaviour?
In an industry synonymous with fast, throwaway products, the rise (again) of workwear has come as a surprise to some. But there’s no denying the appeal of long-lasting clothing with simple, functional design.
