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Biophilic design – which aims to bring nature back into the built environment – continues to be a growing interest across the globe, cropping up in a variety of projects. One such example is the recently completed ultra-luxe high-rise in Singapore’s prestigious District 10, Eden. Inspired by Singapore’s vision as a “City in a Garden,”... View Article

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From serpentine sandstone canyons to scraggy hoodoos, Utah is a geologic marvel. Molded over millennia, three wildly different physiographic provinces converge near the state’s center: the Colorado Plateau, Middle Rocky Mountains, and Basin and Range. Each features a staggering yet specific array of landscapes as evidenced throughout the Beehive State’s five national parks. Utah is... View Article

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The Bürgenstock Resort is not a place you would come across by accident. It is situated 1,476 feet above Lake Lucerne in the canton of Nidwalden, Switzerland, and is accessible by boarding the Bürgenstock boat for a relaxing journey across the lake, followed by a fun ride in the resort’s traditional funicular. The resort comprises... View Article

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With 2021 already punctuated by bar and restaurant closures due to Covid-19, The Maybourne Beverly Hills has committed to replicating the unrivaled cocktail bar experience in the home of its neighboring residents. Maybourne’s Mobile Mixologist will drive directly to your doorstep to serve a curated collection of handcrafted drinks – including the Connaught Martini. The... View Article

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Clare de la Poer Beresford is a veteran of the luxury industry. Having garnered encyclopedic knowledge through her work in advertising and as an art buyer, she became the go-to person for advice on where to stay. Although always happy to offer insight to her friends and colleagues, their requests helped Clare to realize there... View Article

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In the shadows of the 15,781-ft Mont Blanc, Chamonix has been welcoming mountaineers and climbers since the 18th century. Hosting the first Winter Olympics in 1924 put it on the map, and the alpine town has since grown into the capital of all-mountain skiing and snowboarding, especially for experts. Unlike some of its purpose-built neighbors,... View Article

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When it comes to Michelin star restaurants, Spain isn’t short. In fact, it comes behind France, Germany and Italy for the most Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe, with 224. However, just 11 restaurants in Spain most have achieved the maximum three-Michelin-star rating. Achieving one star is no mean feat, but to achieve three, a restaurant must... View Article

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During the recent holiday season, many would have asked that unanswerable question: What do you get the person who has everything? Enter Saatchi Art. The world’s largest online art gallery and a leader in online art buying, the company already offers an at-home art advisory service as well as an art subscription where an expert... View Article

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Built on the site of the original residence of the Kitake (the executive branch of the Mitsui family), Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto opened its doors to guests on November 3. Situated in the heart of the city center and directly facing Nijō-jo Castle, The Mitsui embraces Kyoto’s heritage through its exquisite interior design, which was... View Article

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Given the stress and upheaval of this year, an escape to a luxury hotel or island retreat has never been more appealing. Safety is, of course, paramount across the world’s great escapes, where social distancing, designer face masks and hand sanitizer will be on the agenda for months – perhaps years – to come. And... View Article

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Arguably the birthplace of elegance, France is globally renowned for its exquisite cuisine, fine wine and chic design. Not only do some of the most celebrated luxury fashion brands hail from the country (Chanel, Dior and Louis Vuitton, for instance), but it is also home to some of the top names in the interior design... View Article

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Moonphase watches are one of the most romantic complications for women, but they’re also sophisticated. Moonphase indications depict the stages of the moon’s rotation cycle in real time using a small disc, typically painted or engraved with them. Through an aperture on the dial, the correct portion of the moon disc coinciding with the night... View Article

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