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Air apparent

New runways, hotels and an increased geopolitical significance are shifting the perception and ambitions of the world’s largest island. We head north.
Building bridges

In a rapidly changing world, a small school in Vienna is teaching the next generation of diplomats the subtle art of diplomacy.
Will Russia ever play nicely?

Is change in the air in Russia as a younger generation stops believing Putin’s narrative? Monocle’s expert panel discuss what that would mean for Russia’s political future and whether we can expect it to return to the European ideological, political and cultural fold.
Western promises

Once a fading shipbuilding town, France’s sixth-largest city is now a fast-growing hub of ethical entrepreneurs and creatives.
Changing lanes

Three company leads explain why a firm’s success depends on its ability to spot new opportunities.
Evolution theory

Since becoming CEO of Gucci in 2015 Marco Bizzarri has found competitive advantage in embracing change. Here he explains the importance of following your instincts – and being open to the world.
The crime reporters

Despite threats and the killings of their counterparts, these journalists have become dogged pursuers of justice.
House style

Business and pleasure ride tandem at the headquarters of one storied Swiss newspaper, where bylines are now mixed with breakfast, brunch and euphoric beats.
New landscape

When the usual channels of shows closed, Italian curators found a new way to promote contemporary art.
Bright sparks

As the days darken, enlighten yourself with our edit of the best of the season’s arts and culture, from printed page to gallery floor.
Faithful to the cause

Knoll’s European arm is remaining loyal to its mid-century heritage, while also adding new designs by Piero Lissoni. It all makes for comfortable business.
The strong stuff

When talking about building a better future, concrete is often maligned as an out-of-date material that is bad for the environment. But is it as simple as that? We recast the debate.
On the margin

At the eastern extremities of New York state, the coastal village of Montauk is home to inventive architecture designed with the wild terrain and weather in mind.
Labour of love

Nowhere captures the spirit of Gio Ponti more than a secluded villa that the architect constructed with real affection for his friend.
Riding the waves

When architect Guillermo Acuña came across Chilean island Chiloé, he set about making the outcrop habitable and restoring its ever-changing ecosystem.
For the record

Designer Peter Saville has defined the visual identities of some of the UK’s most iconic cultural institutions. Now he is venturing into the all-new territory of textiles.
Back on form

The 20 events, items and innovative makers that are shaping the design world as it regains its momentum.
Notes on a sandal

Birkenstock stayed in the family of its namesake cobbler from 1774 until recently, when it was bought by L Catterton in a multibillion-euro deal. But CEO Oliver Reichert says it’s a good fit that will leave the company’s soul – and soles – intact.
On a slow roll

Inspired by an Italian appreciation of quality, three friends have created a clothing company that’s determined not to be a fashion brand.
All in place

Like the brand’s clothes, De Bonne Facture’s new Paris premises stress keeping it all close at hand.
Ready and waiting

Prepare to rise to the season’s climatic demands with handsome outerwear and practical accessories.

Make my day 02: Trunk House / Tokyo

Our cup of tea

A reviving Japanese brew.

As our horizons widen and diaries fill up, our editors have been hankering after a long-delayed Tokyo stopover and some of the city’s signature hospitality. Few people lay on a better spread than Yusuke Mori; the 39-year-old is the sole butler at the beautiful one-guest-a-night Trunk House inn. He’s charismatic, obliging and liable to second-guess what you’re after before you ask for it. Oh, and as the picture shows, he’s rather partial to tea.

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Air apparent

Building bridges

Will Russia ever play nicely?

Western promises

Changing lanes

Evolution theory

The crime reporters

House style

New landscape

Bright sparks

Faithful to the cause

The strong stuff

On the margin

Labour of love

Riding the waves

For the record

Back on form

Notes on a sandal

On a slow roll

All in place

Ready and waiting

Sea change

Shop around

No longer the ugly duckling

Prepare for the Wurst

Snack to it

Changing of the tide

Care to take a seat?

Our cup of tea

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