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The world’s most luxurious watches – masterpieces of art and design that can also tell time. The world’s most renowned watchmakers are locked in a constant race, a constant battle to create the most amazing timepiece of them all. There are always new designs coming out, and older luxury watches often reach the auction block. […]

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Detailed elegance is a way to describe the timepieces created by MB&F, but even then, those words cannot do them justice. Known for collaborating with world-renowned watchmakers, MB&F announced a special eight-piece series with Eddy Jaquet. A man with the ability to transform a standard dial into a storytelling work of art using an electroplating […]

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By now, your bosses and colleagues have probably seen more of your abode than you would've ever expected to show them.

With many of us working from home these days, meetings held over video conferencing apps the likes of Zoom and Microsoft Teams have become the new normal. Inevitably, this means letting colleagues into our residences — albeit virtually — and having them catch glimpses of it via our backdrop. Depending on where your workspace is located, this view could range from a boring blank wall to windows or cluttered bookshelves.

Your makeshift office may not be the most glamorous, but there are several easy interior design tricks that you can employ to quickly jazz up the background of your Zoom calls.

Textiles and cushions

If your workstation of choice is the couch or bed, all it takes is a few snazzy throw pillows wrapped in eye-catching fabrics and prints to provide visual interest in the space behind you. Consider dressing your cushions in the Armani/Casa Exclusive Textiles by Rubelli collection, which is inspired by modern art — specifically works by Henri Matisse, Vasilij Kandinskij and Paul Klee.

It showcases striking colour blocks embellished with embroideries, ikat details and intertwined motifs. These are available in various patterns and shades ranging from pastel to neutral hues. More details here.

Houseplants and greenery

Adding houseplants to your home office will help the space look less spartan and bland. Smaller plants like cacti, succulents and spider plants can be displayed on shelves or tables, while larger ones such as philodendrons, snake plants and ZZ plant (Zanzibar Gem) can be placed on the floor to break the monotony of blank walls.

Online plant retailer Flora Houses offers a wide variety of houseplants that will thrive indoors and are generally low-maintenance. Its range includes Japanese fir, fiddle leaf fig and Bird of Paradise. The store provides free doorstep delivery with a minimum spend.

Artworks and paintings

Perhaps houseplants may seem like too much of a commitment, or you simply don't have green fingers. This is where paintings and art pieces make an easier alternative. You can simply hang a couple of them on the wall that constantly forms your video call backdrop.

An Andy Warhol or Basquiat will certainly impress your co-workers, but your art doesn't necessarily have to be expensive or by big name artists. Consider procuring artworks instead from indie galleries such as Odd One Out, which boasts an array of creations by local and international printmakers and illustrators. We can't take our eyes off the above acrylic painting by Micke Lindebergh, which is titled 'Small Yellow Flower Pot' and features colourful blooms accented by quirky squiggles and bright hues.

Statement ornaments and furniture

Inject a dose of quirk into your meeting setup by peppering your background with assorted decorative items and statement furniture pieces. These can be anything from figurines to colourful tiles and dramatic room dividers.

Our go-to is Lala Curio, which is a whimsical wonderland of objets d'art such as brass monkey sculptures, cloisonné birds, and, one of our favourites — an adorable trio of cranes adorned with rock crystal feathers and perched on crystal balls.

Wallpaper

Why settle for one specially curated work area, when you can turn your whole room into an Instagram-worthy space? Wallpaper is a bold and easy solution — if every wall in your room is clad in beautiful prints, you can essentially park yourself in any corner and still have an envy-inducing Zoom backdrop.

Designer wallpaper has seen a resurgence in recent years, and we're obsessed with Christian Lacroix's exquisite Oiseau Fleur vinyl wallpaper, which depicts vibrant botanical and bird motifs against a silk effect embossed base. It comes in two colourways of pink and grey.

(Main image: Brina Blum/ Unsplash; Featured image: Christian Lacroix)

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If you’re in need of a top quality watch that’s made using the finest materials and the best techniques then a Breitling watch is the way to go. Let’s review my selection of 3 top watches from their catalog. The Breitling company has been in existence since 1884 offering some of the most precise and accurate timepieces, Swiss made of course.…

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Hublot has created partnerships in the past resulting in collaboration models that become timeless collector pieces for watch enthusiasts. The most recent being with renowned Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto. He is no stranger to the Hublot collaboration process, as Yohji designed a previous limited edition Big Bang GMT model. His successful 50 plus years […]

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The traditional method of watch manufactures has been to cover the inner workings of the movement with a well-designed dial and include functions to appeal to the consumer. Years later, the watch world has found the internal mechanisms to be small-scaled works of art that should be the main focal point. The Swiss watch manufacturer, […]

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The TAG Heuer Carrera Collection is a staple to not only the company itself but also the automotive industry. Since 1963, the sophisticated style of the Carrera has been reidentified using unique case and strap designs. The Swiss timepiece manufacturer is celebrating its 160th anniversary with a commemorative collection honoring the Carrera. The newest rendition […]

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Natural landscape is an overlooked inspiration for vehicle design as well as fashion. In some cases, earth tones speak louder than vibrant colors just as seeing the “No Service” indicator on a phone does not mean immediate danger. This week’s Wheels and Wardrobe focuses on discovering new roads while having the apparel and accessories to […]

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The first Apple Watch released in April 2015, mirroring the functions and capabilities of the iPhone. Five years and 5 Series later, Apple has announced the 6th version of the watch line with even more impressive functions. The new devices operate using watchOS 7 to help power the most recent technological advancements in wellness and […]

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The thought of adoring every single aspect of a timepiece seems to be a far-fetched idea. Otherwise, it would be the absolute perfect watch. The fact that every individual enjoys different colors, styles, materials, and functions make it an extensive process for watch manufacturers to create a model that tailors to everyone. Porsche Design has […]

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Audemars Piguet has a talent for taking complex engineered timepieces and designing each to reflect a more simple style. The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT is a prime example of that process. The newest model features a 44mm case made with sandblasted titanium mixed with grey ceramic. It shows that the Swiss […]

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