Luxury

As superyachts become larger and more innovative, so do the toys that come with them. The once-standard 25-meter luxury cruisers decked out in the most sophisticated technology and design are now some of the smaller fish in the yachting industry. Some of the most extravagant liners to be seen at the 2019 Monaco Yacht show

It’s an understatement to say that Cyril Kongo’s art is expressive. In 2016, a collaboration with Richard Mille saw the international street artist transform his namesake RM 68-01 Kongo Tourbillon into an unprecedented work of art.  Abstract yet avant-garde, his contemporary work is infused with street culture, boasting layers of heavy contextual expression. Kongo’s most

There is a certain art to cooking eggs. Go too high or too low on the heat and disaster awaits. Even boiling eggs can be dicey, depending on whether one starts with water at a boil, or brings water and eggs to boiling point together. To be sure, eggs are amongst the easiest things to

Much like Italian femme fatale, Monica Bellucci, who once equated her love for movies with an innate desire to explore the dark side of humanity without ever truly having to cross the line, herself – I too, subconsciously find myself living vicariously through other people’s creativity. In the case of today, that creativity has materialised

Constructing a home along the serene alleyways of Bangkok, for a couple who are airplane pilots, Warchitect studio’s concept prioritizes access to the natural environment and an abundance of fresh air. Dubbed the ‘V60 house’, the residence was strategically positioned in an area with low levels of air pollution, far from main road. Occupying inherited

Inspired by the mighty horse messenger system of Genghis Khan’s Mongol Empire, that connected half the planet on hooves, the Mongol Derby is the toughest horse race on earth. Through rebuilding the ancient empire’s trail network, the race spans across 1000km of Mongolian steppe, requiring participants to not only navigate and survive on their own

Pierre et Gilles, Le vendeur de tous Eiffel (Ibrahima Ramon Magassa), 2019 Œuvre unique photographie imprimée par jet d’encre sur toile et peinte / Ink-jet photograph printed on canvas and painted 105,5 x 133,5 cm ; 41 1/2 x 52 1/2 in. For over four decades, photographer Pierre Commoy and painter Gilles Blanchard have been

First launched in 2019, the latest Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Off-Centered Chronograph is now offered with an onyx dial for the very first time, perpetuating the brand’s signature tradition of mineral dials. Deep, natural, and intense, this unique mineral grants the new Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Off-Centered Chronograph unprecedented depth. The absolute blackness granted by

With time we’ve seen an endless variety of custom-made BMW motorcycles by enthusiastic engineers and motorheads alike, all of which have led to this moment, in 2020 where we witness one by the brand itself. Announcing the highest capacity boxer motorcycle ever produced, the German multinational company presents a pure, stripped-down, and raked-out BMW Motorrad

It seems million dollar houses are selling out like hot pancakes on a Sunday morning, for everyone but the youngest and most stylish scion of the Salvatore Ferragamo dynasty, Massimo Ferragamo. Upon listing his multi-story Park Avenue apartment on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, the residence sat idle on the market for over two years with

Utilizing flowers, leaves, twigs, and seeds, Canadian artist Raku Inoue is revered for his intricate portraits of everything from insects to animals, and now iconic fashion monograms and patterns. Born in Tokyo, Japan and based in Montreal, Raku is heavily influenced by nature and the diverse culture of both cities, incorporating elements of origami, painting,

Can there be a more restrictive ‘canvas” for an artist, much less a sculptor than the dial of a timepiece? The mother-of-pearl dial of Arnold & Son Ultrathin Tourbillon Koi and its delicately placed hand-painted carp and sculpted lotuses surrounding a flying tourbillon, would certainly prove a challenge but not one that would stymie the

Sporting an olive green colour-scheme, if the bugkart wasowski looks awfully familiar, it’s probably because it is. Through revamping the world’s beloved Volkswagen Beetle, Mexican-based Aldekas studio has created a unique classic kart. Showcasing the distinct characteristics of the Beetle that we know and love, the bugkart wasowski features a rounded shape, tall handlebar-steering system,

Showcasing passion for architecture and simplicity, Oakland-based Framestudio, is revered for their project diversity which celebrate all-things ‘calm, unassuming, and lyrical’. Through blending the latest advances in building technology and sustainable building practices with honest materials and hand craftsmanship, Framestudio is able to create spaces that go beyond providing shelter. In their latest project, Framestudio

In a paradise 1 hour and 15 minutes away from Lisbon, Comporta represents the ultimate change of pace. Offering escape from an overly hectic city life, this region provides a cosmopolitan mixture of surf spots, authentic beach cabins, forests of pine and cork oak, generous meals and cool boutiques. Regarded a rural nature reserve with

Lady Azul seems to possess an adventurous spirit. After several charters from Phuket since emerging at the end of last year from an extensive refit, the 39.4m Heesen is emerging post Covid-19 with plans to cruise up and down the Andaman Sea this winter. Built by Dutch superyacht yard Heesen, the 39.4m Lady Azul has

Ever since George Clooney sold Casaamigos tequila to Diageo for a cool $1 billion in 2017, more and more celebrities are launching their own liquor brands. The latest to follow in Clooney’s “sexiest man” footsteps? Ryan Reynolds. Just days after being named the second highest-paid actor of 2020, the Deadpool star raked in USD$610 million

“I don’t like the ‘digital show’ solution,” said Domenico Dolce on the debut of Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2021 menswear, “The fashion show cannot be substituted with something on a screen. You need the physical contact, the human connection. Because fashion begins with people.” Yet, irony of ironies, the Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2021 menswear

Born in 1963 with a love of oil and gasoline coursing through his veins, Dirk Oehlerking of Kingston Customs is one of the most experienced motorcycle racers and mechanics on the scene today. Conceptualising an all-new custom-made 1980 BMW R100 RS, with a whiff of steampunk styling, the Good Ghost represents the third instalment of

Hidden in the deep forests of the world’s most populous city, and Brazil’s vibrant financial center – Casa Atibaia, São Paulo represents the materialization of designers, Charlotte Taylor and Nicholas Préaud’s most far-out imaginations. Taking cues from modernist architect, Lina Bo Bardi, the dwelling is built on the banks of the Atibaia River, where it

Whether it’s ideas for a date night, the trendiest fits, adventure or vacation, Instagram users have long established the site as the go-to platform for all things inspiration. With the world barely recovering from a severe global pandemic and lockdown, here are a few Insta-worthy destinations some of the world’s super-rich are keenest to head

His People, 10 f x 20 f, poster colour on cloth, Aung Pin Le, Mandalay, Myanmar. 1995 Ko Z belongs to the Kachin ethnic minority who lives in the northernmost State of Myanmar. His original name is Zahkung Hkawng Gyung, Zahkung which is a clan name. The Kachins were animists and believed in spirits called

The Bell & Ross BR05 Skeleton Blue is the latest addition to the BR 05 family of models. Originally launched in 2019, the BR 05 allowed Bell & Ross to tap into the lucrative sports luxury segment which has remained buoyant despite the worldwide recession. The recent openworked variant dubbed BR 05 Skeleton Blue is

Founded in 2011 by an expert team of PhD’s, Hyperion is a technology company that consists of three divisions, Hyperion Energy, Hyperion Motors, and Hyperion Aerospace: all focused on hydrogen-based power and delivery. Deemed an ‘educational tool’, its latest build dubbed the Hyperion XP-1 Hydrogen prototype coupe, is the end-product of a longstanding collaboration with

Regarded the choice accommodation for some of the world’s most powerful individuals, the Mayfair building on 47 Grosvenor Square, London, was once home to Winston Churchill’s wartime home secretary and chairman of the Royal Opera House, Sir John Anderson before it was acquired by the Onassis family, who are known for amassing the world’s largest

Put your hands in the air 150x200cm oil and acrylic on canvas 2012 By the lyrics of Aqua’s 1997 chart-topping hit single Barbie Girl, “life is plastic, it’s fantastic.” More than two decades later, Indonesian artist Dodit Artawan is here to put a dent on that proclamation with his photorealistic paintings. Born in 1978, Dodit

For a lot of people, the tragic passing of American professional basketball player, Kobe Bryant, was a “Where were you when you heard the news” situation. Remembered as a revered shooting guard, Bryant entered the league directly from high school, and played his entire 20-season professional career with the Los Angeles Lakers as part of the National

Usurping the traditional role of art, cars – like movies and music – are collaborative creations, projecting a collective yearning and an aesthetic proposition to the world. With a multitude of distinct styles, mechanics, and silhouettes present in the automotive industry, high-end motors are not the only desirable builds available. In fact, when ranked amongst the

Merging two adjacent units on the 82nd floor to form a lavish aerie spanning an estimated 8,000 square feet, these conjoined apartments hang more than 1,100 feet above ground. Located on Park Avenue between 56th and 57th Streets, 432 Park Avenue is the tallest residential tower in the Western Hemisphere. Designed by Rafael Vinoly, this

Revered for its 365-day, summer party atmosphere, the soft-sand beaches of Paradise and Super Paradise, with bars that blare thumping music, the Greek island of Mykonos is home to a variety of massive dance clubs which attract world-renowned DJs, and a series of iconic landmarks including a hilltop row of 16th-century windmills. Spanning an estimated