100 recent eco-friendly buildings

Green architecture means being aware of the responsibility implied in the construction and use of modern buildings, and there are many ways to express this rising consciousness. Some solutions, the ones generally called “passive,” are as old as the history of architecture, while others are born of cutting-edge technologies. Both approaches and many more are … Read more

Fendi Casa to provide designs in the Dubai Marina’s Damac Residenze

FENDI luxury house announced a new state-of-the-art project in the Middle East, proving that the real estate market in Dubai is again performing strongly, especially in the high-end sector. The luxury global brand will provide interior designs for DAMAC Properties, the largest private developer of luxury real estate in the Middle East. The two companies … Read more

The best way to protect valuables from unauthorized access is to make them “invisible”

2LUXURY2 at Baselworld 2013.Doettling Gyrowinder At this year’s Baselworld 2013, Döttling, the manufacturer of finest handcrafted luxury safes since 1919, presented the Döttling Gyrowinder. In contradistinction to conventional watch winders, Döttling Gyrowinder allows completely free rotation of the watch in all directions – including a complete rollover – which comes closest to the movement of … Read more

The Most Expensive Aerotropolis in the World: Dubai World Central

Dubai has become one of the world’s quickest developing cities, expanding along the United Arab Emirates’ northern coastline due to its glamour, its ambition to fly up the ranks of luxurious cities, and its prime trading location beside the sea. With a wealth of five-star hotels, restaurants and spas, Dubai has long since confirmed its … Read more

Anja Rubik & Giuseppe Zanotti joint collection

Top model Anja Rubik and Italian shoe guru Giuseppe Zanotti have collaborated on a new highly anticipated joint collection designed with an erotic spirit and chic punk twist. With corseted lacing and piercing details, the new Anja Rubik x Giuseppe Zanotti joint capsule collection marries refined sensibility and a sexy grunge feeling. Giuseppe Zanotti comes … Read more

Festival des Métiers – a rendezvous with Hermes artisans

The luxury houses are opening up a sneak peek at their secrets this summer. Hermès, and LVMH luxury group are running ‘Festival des Métiers’ and “Journées Particulières” exclusive events. Parisian luxury goods brand Hermes (founded by Thierry Hermès in Paris in 1837) is bringing its ‘Festival des Métiers’ to London where the luxury house will offer … Read more