As autumn beckons us back indoors, we settle into interiors full of characterful items with stories to tell and memories to evoke. Our inaugural collecting special explores the joys of surrounding yourself with loved objects; from an ode to the thrill of lifting a paddle at auction to a round-table of gallerists, advisors and antiquarians discussing why humans adore amassing things – our pages prove the psychological pull of collecting with purpose. Elsewhere, we’re drawn to the thermal waters of sunny Ischia and the wilds of Chile. Then, as part of our wellness guide, we journey to Tuscany, the Swiss Alps and the Yorkshire moors to find the best spas, pools and dipping spots. Plus: Swedish sartorial minimalism with flair, Thai recipes in Tbilisi and scouring flea markets in Baden-Württemberg.