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State of the play
We meet the Spanish craftsmen and women who have reinvented the traditional board game with a contemporary twist.
What makes us tick
Showing the world the true face of today’s watch industry, Baselworld’s annual fair remains as relevant as ever. Here are our highlights from this year’s edition.
Inventory no.82
In this spring special we match substance with style, from a versatile pendant lamp and understated tote bag to some enchanting glassware and a stunning mezcal.
Ahead of times
Where better to celebrate the art of timekeeping than in Switzerland, a country famed for its luxury products. Monocle headed to Geneva’s annual watch fair, SIHH 2015, to see the latest timepieces.
Inventory no. 81
From spicing up your lettercraft to adding class to your condiment cupboard plus timeless additions to your kitchen, wardrobe and workspace, here are this month’s most covetable commodities.
Design
Lustrous Tokyo lacquerwork, handmade lighting from Sweden and a piece of Japan in London
Inking ahead
A national pride in the handwritten has forged a Japanese industry exporting more than ever. With innovation showing no signs of letting up, we visited the sharpest tools in the pencil case.
Inventory no. 80
In this hospitality special we bring you colourful coasters from Brookyln, eye-catching tableware from Tokyo and the perfect saké for raising a toast.
Design scout
Tired of your regional HQ lobby? Looking for a clever housing solution for students, or a kitchen update? Our editors have a check-list of companies, designers and materials for your briefing sheet.
Flush with pride
Exhibitors at Toilet Tokyo are breaking taboos by showcasing hi-tech and green solutions for the bathroom. These innovations aim to make the experience cleaner, more pleasant and a topic of conversation for everyone.
