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How an Italian lighting brand is keeping Ingo Maurer’s anarchic charm alive
Can a lighting firm defined by its beloved owner’s playful, idiosyncratic approach thrive after his death? Foscarini’s founder and president says yes.
What can postwar monuments teach us about the role of architecture in shaping nations’ memories?
To honour the sacrifices made during the Second World War, concrete sculptures were erected across what was then Yugoslavia. Today they stand as stark reminders of a history that must not be repeated.
Here are the key designs defining the interiors of the revived Space House
Outstanding interiors often combine new and heirloom furniture, lighting and objects. We spotlight some of our favourite pieces in one of London’s architectural icons.
São Paulo, South America’s rising design capital
A new pool of young talent is lifting the city’s creative ambitions. We speak to a few creatives leading the way.
Fenix Originals, the family-run furniture dealer championing forgotten Iberian design
Long underappreciated, Catalan furniture is at last receiving the attention that it deserves – thanks, in part, to a father-and-son duo.
What does a designer’s couch tell us about their approach to creativity? We speak to five creatives to find out
In Monocle’s book ‘Designers on Sofas’, we interviewed 50 leading designers and architects about their relationships with their settee. Here, we visit a few more.
Ateliers de Paris, a city-hall initiative committed to nurturing young creatives
The French capital is a rich source of inspiration, mixing heritage and innovation. We visited one institution that ensures up-and-coming designers are supported.
Why Tokyo’s designers still work by hand and how it keeps Japanese design exciting
The Japanese capital is a city rich with reasons to celebrate design, rooted in a sense of community and respect for every step of the process.
How Acne Studios turned a historical Paris building into a playground for creativity
The Swedish brand has unveiled a striking new Paris headquarters in a repurposed 1930s laboratory, blending historic architecture with contemporary design. Creative director Jonny Johansson explains how the space fosters the label’s evolving identity.
