Design
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On the move
We visit the Japanese diasporas that are leaving a distinct mark on the world stage.
Twelve stops for Christmas
Pondering where to pick up gifts this year? Let our editors guide you with their pick of the best shops, emporiums and design stores on the most inviting shopping streets around the globe.
Master plans
Three of architecture’s leading lights share their manifestos and methods for creating spaces that elevate the soul.
Slide away
This subtle and spacious residence frames the surrounding sun-soaked landscape in spectacular widescreen.
Spreading our wings
Tyler Brûlé has his sights set on a new habitat for the various animals in the Monocle zoo.
She’s just our type
The experimental book designer who isn’t afraid to push boundaries – and crack some spines along the way.
This is what success looks like
Does being your own boss mean weekend freedom or late nights? We asked eight successful entrepreneurs, from fashion to furniture, what their Friday evenings look like and what success really means to them.
It’s a small world
Smart architectural firms rely on expert model-makers to give clients tactile previews of their designs, proving that physical craft remains essential in our digital age.
Hot desking
Furniture isn’t just about how your office looks – it’s also about how it feels. Choosing warm materials, striking pieces and plush upholstery will show the world that you mean business.
Scaling up
The actual space in which you work plays a key part in any company’s story; find somewhere that reflects your values, get the details right and think of the future. Here’s our rulebook.
