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Drawn together

20 March 2014

In a discipline that has embraced the precision of digital, architectural practice McAlpine Tankersley stands out with its commitment to tradition and hand-drawn designs. Monocle meets a master and his apprentice to uncover…

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East Austin

15 August 2013

An influx of entrepreneurs has given East Austin a new lease of life, filling the border town with an artisan scene that’s disproving many of its myths.

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Material gains

17 October 2012

Faribault Woolen Mill Co seemed dead and buried when it was forced to close in 2009. Its renaissance under the guidance of two local businessmen has proven blanket-like: comforting and all-encompassing.

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Monocle on Culture - Can Toronto be the next Austin?

31 August 2015

We assess the success of the Austin-Toronto Music City Alliance, and see how Toronto is building itself as a music destination through interviews with mayor John Tory, British broadcaster and festival organiser Rob Da Bank…

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Destinations

13 August 2018

Three fresh faces in Melbourne, Austin and Paris that balance luxury with practicality.

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Lights, camera, Austin

17 March 2016

The film segment at Texas festival South By Southwest (SXSW) can sometimes be overshadowed by its flashier music and tech segments – but its cinema line-up rivals film festivals from around the world. As a case in point,…

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Expo 75: Outer Sunset

19 June 2014

Cascais, Hayama, Aegina, Sai Kung and Outer Sunset: five commuter towns with distinct personalities.

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Expo 65 – Part 05: San José

20 June 2013

When you land in Costa Rica your taxi driver will know the way to San José, it’s just that he won’t be entirely sure why you want to go. This is a capital city at odds with its peaceful surroundings – but arguably all the…

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MIPIM and Cruise Shipping

25 April 2013

Monocle hops from the property fair in Cannes to the cruise show in Miami.

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Expo 66: Start here

15 August 2013

Thinking of setting up your own business? Here are three cities that are startup friendly and that could make your life easier.

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The Monocle Minute - Going car free

9 December 2019

How Austin is taking its first steps in making the city more pedestrian friendly. Plus: acknowledging the power of audio.

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Driving force

14 October 2016

Austin has just become the second US city to introduce a commuter shuttle service with Chariot, which first launched in San Francisco. Users sign up via mobile and request pick-ups and drop-offs with estimated costs of…

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Monocle on Culture - Transforming SXSW

19 March 2012

We hear from Austin’s SXSW festival about the bands and shows, but also looking at the event’s transformation into a place for launching tech businesses.

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The Monocle Arts Review - Tim Robey, Pete Naughton, Jane Morris and SXSW

17 March 2017

We get this week’s film, podcast and art picks from critics Tim Robey, Pete Naughton and Jane Morris, and we head to Austin, Texas, to find out the music acts to watch at this year’s SXSW showcase.

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The Monocle Arts Review - Music: Crispin Parry

24 March 2015

CEO of the British Underground Crispin Parry reviews some of his highlights from this year's SXSW music showcase in Austin, Texas. Plus a report on the festival's increasing relationship with big brands.

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Monocle on Culture - Highlights from SXSW

25 March 2013

A look at the best of SXSW festival in Austin, we meet artist Ian Whittlesea and enjoy a session from soul star Cody Chestnutt.