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Watch this space

22 June 2017

We visit the ambitious hotelier bringing warmth to the west coast of Norway with three grand hotel openings this year alone.

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Small is beautiful

17 October 2013

Nordnes, in central Bergen, is attracting a new generation of creative types – who don’t mind a lack of private space.

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The small community of Kirkenes is set to witness big changes as global warming opens up the Arctic. Can it cope with the influx of businesses keen to take advantage of its position on the Northern Sea Route?

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Touch wood

30 April 2016

We’re all for wooden buildings at Monocle and Swedish firm Folkhem has done wonderful work in the field. That said, a growing interest in timber-framed high-rises is worth pondering (pictured) . PLP Architecture and Camb…

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Krohn prince

20 January 2011

Claus Krohn, the 77-year-old founder of Krohn Air in Norway, is far from retiring from the skies.

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Salone del Mobile

16 May 2016

Every April designers, architects, manufacturers and buyers descend on Milan for the world’s premier furniture fair. Some 2,000 exhibitors display their wares at the fairgrounds in Rho while others opt for Fuorisalone, the…

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Time to ponder

17 September 2020

Three writers hold forth on calming pleasures, from connecting with our roots through recipes to (gently) rethinking the city and reliving treasured trips.

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Speaking truth to power

15 September 2016

Throwing light on the key issues surrounding the forthcoming US election is what keeps these particular think-tanks busy. Meet the people whose remit is to separate fact from fiction.

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Man of few words

23 May 2013

Oslo’s art scene has been getting a much-needed facelift with the opening of independent galleries and a brand new art neighbourhood in the making. We stopped by the studio of big-time art rebel and writer Matias Faldbakken…

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Hidden talents

24 June 2021

Winy Maas designed the world’s first art depot that is accessible to the public. We meet the movers and shakers, engineers and experts who helped him make it happen.

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Setting the tempo

18 August 2022

She’s one of Africa’s greatest stars but the legendary singer is still fighting for change for the continent’s youth.

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Business

19 October 2023

The new special offer on Taiwan’s shopping-mall scene, Ethiopian leather and electric flight.

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Observation

21 November 2013

A city can’t improve its hand with ‘programming’, says Tyler Brûlé – real change in 2014 will be down to people and politics.

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Observation

19 April 2012

As spring warms the terraces of Midori House, our editor in chief Tyler Brûlé considers what elements create the perfect sunny spot and looks forward to making this summer the best ever for magazine, radio and barbecue…

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Fashion

20 January 2011

London's Oliver Spencer opens in Toronto, plus we have coats to protect you from spring showers and womenswear with a soft focus.

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The directory

17 May 2018

Where to sleep, eat and shop this month.