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Luxury publisher Assouline has revealed another stunning addition to its Impossible collection of coffee table books, this time focusing on the most exceptional and collectable whiskeys of all time. Written by one of the world’s leading spirits writers, Clay Risen, The Impossible Collection of Whiskey tells the story of what he considers to be the... View Article

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Simon Rawlings is the creative director at David Collins Studios, one of the world’s most influential design firms. The company, which celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, works across hospitality, residential, retail, maritime and product sectors. Studio launches include Nobu Portman Square in London, the new Harrods menswear departments and Chocolate Hall, and The David... View Article

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Needing little introduction, Charles Darwin’s contributions to natural history and science are unsurpassed. A first edition of his work is extraordinary enough, but a first edition with a handwritten note to his daughter is one of a kind. The extremely rare book is available from John Windle, an antiquarian bookseller who has been dealing in... View Article

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Hennessy XO has marked its 150th anniversary with the unveiling of an extraordinary bottle designed by one of the world’s most respected architects, Frank Gehry. The cognac was first conceived by Maurice Hennessy this month in 1870 with the intention of sharing it with only his closest friends and family. Today, it is enjoyed all... View Article

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An impressive wine collection needs an equally impressive display, something Montreal-based firm CellArt knows very well. The company’s projects encompass bespoke installations, cellars and tasting rooms that are designed to be as showstopping as the collections they hold. CellArt blends in-depth knowledge of wine with interior-design expertise, and it only creates 52 projects a year,... View Article

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How did a 27-year-old widow build one of the world’s biggest champagne houses? Through the power of the pen. Madame Clicquot was an enigmatic and brilliant woman who sent letters around the world enchanting clients, instructing employees and extolling the virtues of her incredible champagne in her quest to create the ultimate champagne house. Now,... View Article

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It seems like an age since Richard Branson first promised to send paying customers into space, but his Virgin Galactic project took another step toward its maiden flight this week with the unveiling of the cabin interior of the SpaceShipTwo vehicle, VSS Unity. Over 600 people have already signed up for the $250,000 roundtrip to... View Article

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The Beverly Hills Hotel has partnered with world-famous photographer Gray Malin to create a pool cabana that befits its glamourous reputation. The Gray Malin Cabana has been designed to stand out as a beacon of chic luxury in Hollywood’s go-to destination. As Malin’s first comprehensive design project, it marks a milestone for his ever-growing brand.... View Article

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Pierre-Yves Rochon is one of the world’s most foremost interior designers specializing in luxury hotels. The Frenchman has won multiple awards and has been entrusted with major projects at Four Seasons George V in Paris, The Savoy in London and Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. His latest project saw him head to Qatar to freshen up... View Article

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France is the spiritual home of haute cuisine, so it is only natural that the pinnacle of kitchen design also hails from the streets of Paris. Inspired by its native country’s world-class cuisine, L’Atelier Paris Haute Design creates kitchens that are as beautiful as a signature dish from a three-Michelin-starred restaurant and functional enough to... View Article

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Porsche Design and BRIC’S are teaming up to produce a new line of bags, luggage, and small leather goods. The long-term partnership will bring the best of German engineering and Italian flair together to produce high-quality pieces for the luxury market. With one company’s deep-rooted tradition for engineering innovation and the other’s long-standing commitment to... View Article

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Addressing the global climate crisis is on everyone’s minds — including at every major art and design show. As we become more aware of the impact of modern life on our planet, many interior designers are creating pieces that are eco-friendly design pieces and that champion environmentally friendly manufacturing. Far from bland, uninspired pieces, the... View Article

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