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Building connections

Swissbau in Basel is a biennial window onto the pre-eminent Swiss construction industry – and a one-stop-shop for the world’s most forward-thinking architects.

  • Issue #132
  • 9 min read
Günther Seitz examining wooden window frames and doors at a trade show display
Design

The bold business owner: Takeshi Yamanaka

In 1928 Maruni Wood Industry was born out of a fascination with the masterful carpentry in ancient shrines. Today its furniture is found in the Californian headquarters of Apple as well as airport lounges,…

  • The future of Japanese craftsmanship
  • 4 min watch
People walking in the Itsukushima shrine.
Design

The future of Japanese craftsmanship

To celebrate our book about Japan, we are presenting a film series that dives into the intriguing ecosystem that has preserved Japanese traditional skills over centuries. Meet the people who are future-proofing the age-old…

  • The future of Japanese craftsmanship
  • 2 min watch
Furniture display in a shop.
Affairs

Cities

Delhi’s grand avenue gets a makeover and Helsinki’s new chief design officer reveals her plans.

  • Issue #132
  • 4 min read
Cities
Design

Size matters

But bigger isn’t always better. In Japan, youngsters keen on life in central Tokyo are content in tiny apartments. Our correspondent squeezes in.

  • Issue #132
  • 3 min read
Size matters
Design

Object lesson

From makers who continually hone their craft to curators who amplify their work, Austria is a world leader in practical and elegant design.

  • Issue #131
  • 20 min read
Object lesson
Culture

Easy does it

Start the new decade as you mean to go on. Take stock and choose the scenic route. Our gentle manifesto sketches a picture of taking it a little easier.

  • Issue #130
  • 24 min read
Easy does it
Design

In with the Old

Time and many thoughtless refurbishments have diminished French architect and designer Maxime Old’s legacy. But, thankfully, two of his most glorious interiors have been preserved in Rouen.

  • Issue #130
  • 6 min read
In with the Old

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