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Gio Ponti’s Co-Cathedral of Taranto, 1964/70 40 years after his passing, in September 1979, star-architect Giovanni Ponti makes headlines once again. The latest Amare l’Architettura exhibition at Rome’s Maxxi Museum, is a gift to the public. Translating to the love of architecture, the exhibition features Ponti’s archived material and models, detailing the designs of his

Co-founded by Wilfried Buiron and Robin Tallendier, Atelier Wen is a French interpretation of modern Chinese chic. Combining the French word for workshop, “Atelier” and the Chinese word for culture, “Wen”, Buiron grew up in Hong Kong, studied in Peking and Tsinghua University and speaks fluent Chinese. While Tallendier, on the other hand, has extensive

OverviewThis is a hotel with a difference, as guests are rewarded for their efforts just getting there. Perched on the side of a hill overlooking a picture-postcard bay on the outskirts of Torquay, the Cary Arms & Spa is accessed via a steep stone-walled single lane, followed by an even narrower access road to get

A muse in the world of classic cars, the 1948 Buick Streamliner is a breathtaking sculpture with hand-crafted curves that’ll inspire poetry. Designed and manufactured in the 1940s by mechanical engineer Norman E. Timbs, the Buick features a custom $8,000 aluminum body and steel chassis. Mimicking an aeronautical practice, the Buick Streamliner body closely resembles

In 1866, US President Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Land Grant bill to protect Mariposa Grove and Yosemite Valley – marking the first time in its history the US government preserved a space for public use. Since then, it’s played host to countless visitors and is known as one of the must-visit places in the

Prefabricated houses are dynamic eco-friendly homes, pre-built in various forms such that time, manpower, money and other resources are effectively used without accumulating waste, while maximizing space. Its transferable yet stable structure, can withstand the harshest of climates. Stilt Studios, developed by Bali-based architect, Alexis Dornier, are an innovative variation of the atypical prefab house.

The winning categories include ‘Most Innovative Recruitment Strategy’, ‘Professional Trainer of the Year’ and ‘Best Managed Training Programme: Under 50’. In addition to a team-led hat-trick, CEO, Kris Gumbrell picked up the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’. The NITA awards are held to celebrate the people and companies propelling the hospitality industry to ever higher standards. Since

(Photo by MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images) Built across over 100 small islands in the Adriatic Sea’s lagoon, the capital of northern Italy’s Veneto region drowns in an exceptional tide for the third time this week. Enduring rapid wind and rainstorms, the city of Venice was engulfed in the second-highest water levels ever recorded at

Portico estate agents have commented on some key party policies and how they could affect landlords and the property market. Introducing open-ended tenancies (pledged by Labour)Robert Nichols, CEO of Portico, said: “The Labour party’s manifesto pledges radical reforms of the PRS, from creating open-ended tenancies and ending no-fault evictions, to limiting rent increases in line

Perini Navi has presented its new Falcon Rig Gallery, a range of models from 56-92m inspired by the iconic 88m clipper Maltese Falcon that the Italian yard launched in 2006. A letter of intent has been signed for the 92m, while the other options are 56m, 64m, 72m and 80m. A letter of intent was

When looking at TV properties they don’t come much pricier than Downton Abbey’s Highclere Castle estate, which would be worth an estimated £137m today if it was to be listed for sale. At the other end of the spectrum and with Gavin and Stacey due to return to our screens this Christmas, a terraced house

In collaboration with Hôtel des Arts Saigon, LUXUO Vietnam hosted its “Living The Ecoxury Life” social gathering on November 16th. Successfully held at the deluxe Social Club of MGallery Hôtel des Art Saigon in Vietnam’s gleaming Ho Chi Minh City,  the ECOXURY by LUXUO launching event has inspired over 30 distinguished guests to embark on

Having just celebrated its 100th anniversary, Citizen has certainly not wasted time basking in the glory of a century of breakthroughs, triumphs and successes. Instead, its immediate course of action is to move forward with new mandates. Whether emblematic of being Japanese or galvanised by an energising motto, Citizen is truly committed to progress. Its

Building and designing stylish, super-power motorcycles are what Death Machines of London do best. Named after the “Motorcycles are death machines” advice from their youth which fell on deaf ears, the group’s love and admiration for the vehicle’s engineering and aesthetic flourished into the mesmerizing brand it is today, over thirty-something years later. With a

Amidst Beijing, China’s latest Fengtai business district, stands the Leeza Soho – the world’s tallest atrium. Spanning 45-storeys high, the twisting atrium was designed by the late founder of Zaha Hadid Architects, before her death in 2016. As a growing financial and transportation hub between the city center and recently opened international airport to the

The innate human fascination with whales date back thousands of years, to the time where depictions of these majestic oceanic beauties adorned the walls as stone carving. With an innumerable array of mythical tales and even a few religious stories, whales have long captivated our attention with their mysterious manner of being. 300km North of

Sergei Dobroserdov, founder and CEO of Dynamiq What led you to create a superyacht brand with its own shipyard, competing with a lot of experienced shipyards, many of whom you’ve worked with? First of all, I had no idea of competing. My intentions were much more rational. I simply wanted to sell something I believe

Multidisciplinary design studio based in East Los Angeles, California, founded by Nikolos Killian and Tanner Woodbury – Forth and Back work towards achieving groundbreaking revelations and solutions to larger societal issues, both old and new. Focusing on identity, print, packaging, environmental and web design, the duo incorporate both photography and conceptual art direction in all

When we think of Blancpain, the Fifty Fathoms comes to mind immediately, or maybe even the Aqualung (worn by Vladimir Putin). They have always been well known for producing amazing military watches and we are fully aware of their success. However, here is a timepiece that you probably never heard of before… the rare and

This year’s Kata Rocks Super Yacht Rendezvous features an exclusive charity gala evening for the first time, in support of International SeaKeepers Society Asia and Phuket-based Oceans for All. Kata Rocks by Infinite Luxury will again host the Superyacht Rendezvous Held the week after the iconic King’s Cup Regatta (November 30-December 7), the fourth Kata

The historically neglected districts of South London have long been overlooked, up until the emergence of revamped artistic venues such as the Southbank Centre and Tate Modern. Transforming the area’s fortune, South London’s bustling streets finally lie parallel to those of the North bank – thanks to the construction of hotelier Ennismore’s latest project. The

The beautiful Grade II listed building next to the entrance of the iconic Savoy hotel, which houses Simpson’s in the Strand, dates back to 1828. Once home to a chess club and coffee house named ‘Samuel Reiss’s Grand Cigar Divan’ (the name can still be seen today), it’s had its fair share of famous customers

In the next few days, millions of children – and quite a few adults – will open the first window on their advent calendars without a second thought of the mountain of waste to which they’re contributing. One of Britain’s top waste and recycling companies estimates that there are 16.5 million advent calendars containing single-use

Walpole was created to provide all members with the opportunity to amplify their business projects and initiatives and to tell the stories of the people behind their brands. Walpole’s clear mission statement is to promote, protect and develop British luxury. Walpole membership enables Cunard to collaborate and share knowledge and insights that have developed over

River cruising is probably the most relaxing way to travel: you board your boat, and for the duration of the cruise, all you have to think about is food, sightseeing and simply kicking back and relaxing. Heaven. I’ve experienced both ocean and river cruises, and often find river cruising more intimate and more relaxing. So