Luxury

Rotating within the rocks and out unto the surrounding lake and forest, Mashhad-based architect, Reza Mohtashami’s latest concept comes in the form of a cliff-side dwelling known as the ‘Concrete House’. Managing to appear both sinister and beautiful in perfect contiguity, the Concrete House melds man-made elements into the natural environment using curved structures, made

The cost for a UK TV licence is due to increase causing uproar across the nation, at the same time the BBC is facing the biggest crisis in its history, with some calling for the licence to be scrapped altogether. All this leads us to ask the question – “Is the UK TV licence value

Hygiene ratings are now more important to consumers than ever with more than two-thirds of consumers actively checking ratings and 49 out of 50 influenced by the ratings on display. Food hygiene ratings are proving more important than ever for the food industry. A new report from food industry specialist insurer, NFU Mutual, shows that

It’s not often you see a Director of a major shipyard dressed in white overalls, but that’s exactly what I saw upon arriving at the Cheoy Lee/CL Yachts facility in Doumen after a two-hour car ride west from Hong Kong. Martin Lo and Hans Lo, fourth and fifth-generations members respectively of the Lo family that

The concept of self-love is one we seem to be hearing more and more about these days and it is one of the things we should all be practising more. Our modern society consistently forces us to compare ourselves to others. We seem obligated to strive for perfection while maintaining an optimum work-life-social balance. Perhaps

Devoting an extra special exhibition to revered fashion icon and muse, Betty Catroux, French fashion house, Yves Saint Laurent honors her time as a model and her contributions to the Fondation Pierre Bergé at the Musée Yves Saint Laurent in Paris. Featuring a meticulously curated personal collection of Betty Catroux’s most distinctive clothing, the exhibit

Ontario has more than its fair-share of bucket-list experiences all promising to leave you with never-to-be-forgotten memories. Whether you’re a fan of bright lights or the great outdoors, Ontario does have it all. Ontario is one of the thirteen provinces in Canada and is home to Canada’s capital city – Ottawa. It’s the most populated

Weathering through and at times even relishing in it, Dolce and Gabbana have become known for their ability to outlast every controversy. From the brand’s “Thin & Gorgeous” sneakers to its $245 “#Boycott D&G” T-shirts, the designer duo’s dictionary seems to lack a few words such as ‘conformity’ and ‘fear’. Managing to insult both the

Simon Wittenberg takes a look at HONOR’s latest collaboration with upcoming names from the world of art and fashion. HONOR, the global smartphone brand, has unveiled a series of striking new limited edition designs for their MagicWatch 2 timepiece. They combine elements of illustration, photography, sculpture and calligraphy, thanks to collaborations with a number of

Regarded as one of Ferrari’s most distinctive and arrestingly beautiful relic sports cars, the legendary California Spider is an enticing dual-purpose model, designed primarily for American clients who favored the competition pedigree of the 250 GT Tour de France Berlinetta. Providing the perfect balance of exhilarating power with a luxurious open-air design, the California Spider

There will be Azimut Yachts as far as the eyes can see at the Miami Yacht Show as the Italian boatbuilder is bringing along a fleet of eighteen yachts and offering a world premiere along with three American Premieres. Azimut Yachts has chosen the Miami Yacht Show, held from February 13 to 17, for the

Signing a landmark deal to bring one of the world’s most prestigious hotel brands into Hanoi, renowned Vietnamese developer, Sun Group celebrates its first-ever conjoined partnership with Singapore-based Capella Hotel Group (CHG). The upcoming five-star boutique accommodation will thus be centered in the heart of the Vietnamese capital, along 11 Le Phung Hieu street, Hoan

One of New Zealand’s most romantic and exclusive lodges, Annandale Homestead, is opening up to couples as they release individual suites for guests to book on a nightly basis for the first time – and just in time for a valentine’s break! “This is a stunning property built in the 1880s and lovingly restored into

Committed to offering customers the finest selection of wine, direct from producers – Millésima boasts an exceptionally wide selection with over 2,500,000 bottles available in a vast array of formats from Bordeaux, Place de Bordeaux and a variety of other revered French regions. The selection includes Burgundy, Champagne, the Rhone Valley, the Loire and Alsace

Europe’s real estate companies are benefiting from strong investor and occupier demand plus rising rents. With cash flow and leverage stable, upbeat business sentiment and wage growth should support the favourable outlook despite the slowing economy. Scope Ratings says European real estate prices increased in 2019 for the 10th consecutive year. The capital value of

Echo Yachts, a specialist in building custom superyachts and refit, has declared that it’s focusing its new product development efforts on advanced-engineered, ecologically-focused superyachts for like-minded clients, following the response to the Singapore-owned White Rabbit trimaran. Built by Echo Yachts, the Singapore-owned White Rabbit is an 84m trimaran Mark Stothard, the company’s owner and CEO,

Sabi Phagura goes behind the scenes of the super-premium Firetree chocolate company in Cambridgeshire to find out more about the ingredients of success. If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to eat healthy by avoiding chocolate, and you’re now falling by the wayside, don’t fret. There’s a solution to keep you on track whereby

Self-described ‘photograffeur’, the French street artist who goes by pseudonym, JR is known for his supersized, monochrome flypost images which sporadically decorate the streets of the world’s most thriving international cities. With work which often challenges the idea of a mob-mentality and other widely held preconceptions spread through reductive imagery from the media – JR

Although mainstream media is doing its best to convince the public to accept that being overweight is the norm, given half a chance, the majority of people who are carrying a little too much extra baggage would appreciate losing some unwanted weight, especially if it’s easy. ProVen ShapeLine Probiotic may well be the answer… Getting

While many watch aficionados are aware of Seiko, few are aware of Japan’s rich horological heritage and cultural attitudes towards artistic pursuits which make exquisite watches like this Seiko Presage Cocktail “Irish Coffee” possible. One can trace Japanese watchmaking as far back as the 500s, when the arrival of Buddhism and the decline of the

At some point, we all need a recharge of our internal batteries. We’ve discovered an ideal place to do this, it’s The Cottage at Salomons Estate set in 36 acres of the glorious Kent countryside. A long weekend away is the perfect way to recharge your batteries. Located on the doorstep of Tunbridge Wells, is

Blossoming with age, the exotic and historical 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV Speciale graces the auction blocks of Gooding and Company for an estimated USD$2,083,272. As one of only 150 models ever produced, this Miura was purchased new by the French industrialist, Jacques Dembiermont, who maintained the car for over a decade. Conceived in secret

Through June 7, 2020, the Philadelphia Museum of Art will present a selection of rare and noteworthy examples of American fine and decorative arts drawn from the collection of the late H. Richard Dietrich, Jr. (1938-2007). A Collector’s Vision: Highlights from the Dietrich American Foundation tells the story of a collector whose foundation has long

The Norwegian “Grand Old Lady” of southwestern coastal city Bergen, was recently restored to her former glory. With a legacy dating as far back as 1928, the Grand Hotel Terminus is De Bergenske Group’s fourth local hotel chain revered for its subtle and classical interior design. Spanning over a period of 13 years, De Bergenske

Geckota has announced the launch of the C-04, the latest in its line of luxury timepieces inspired by the space age and motorsports. Based in Gloucestershire, Geckota has been designing watches and straps since 2010. The company’s designs have often been inspired by architectural and societal trends from the past, and its latest eye-catching creation

PALACE magazine (PM) had the privilege to catch up with Ellen Bettridge (EB), President & CEO of Uniworld. If you’re a bona fide wanderlust individual and haven’t heard about Uniworld’s famous luxury river cruises around the world, you’re missing out a lot in life! We spend 15 minutes with her and what the brand and

There’s no doubt about it, Fentimans’ Rose Lemonade is an ideal drink for Valentine’s Day. Not only is it tasty it’s also versatile and has a very special ingredient that will help make the special day even more beautiful. The very special ingredient in Fentimans’ Rose Lemonade is Otto rose oil which comes from the

The first delivery is Maritimo’s imposing M-Series 72 Flybridge Motor Yacht custom-designed for serious sport fishing in challenging waters between New Zealand’s North Cape and the Kermadec Islands Marine Reserve 1,000 km to the northeast. The vessel has more than 200 custom changes from the production model, including an extended fishing cockpit and transom redesign.

In what will be a defining moment in London’s art scene this year, HOFA Gallery is launching their new flagship space in the heart of London’s prestigious Mayfair on 18 March 2020. The state-of-the-art 4000 sq. Ft space will see HOFA make their permanent mark on the art world to the delight of collectors and

In this Luxurious Magazine guide, we’ve highlighted some fantastic places to stay, romance-filled meals, places to tell your loved one how you feel, suggestions for what to drink and a few gift ideas for Valentine’s Day 2020. Heading Abroad for Valentine’s Day For the where to stay section of our Valentine’s Day Guide, we’ve uncovered