Met museum to mark 150th year with time-themed fashion show

New York exhibition will make case for fashion as a time-bending force, says curator

This eco mini-cradle inspired by the origami technique evolves with the baby

  The cradle, created for Micuna, offers with its design four products in one. This mini-cradle evolves with the baby. It also uses sustainable materials that protect the baby from outside noise. Ximo Roca design studio has created Cocoto, a mini-cradle inspired by the Japanese origami technique that evolves to the rhythm of the baby … Read more

Tate and MoMa ‘playing catch up’ in collections of modern African art

Art fair founder says western institutions belatedly investing in contemporary art from Africa

5 Things You Should Look For Before Buying a Commercial Property

    Running your own business is an exciting venture, but it can become costly when you’re renting out space in an office. Some entrepreneurs look to save money in the long term by investing in their own commercial property. Buying a commercial property is a significant decision that shouldn’t be made in haste. There … Read more

Meet the Italian designers who have a way with wood

Studio Formafantasma are revolutionising the use of timber in a way that will make you see this age-old material in a new light

World’s most luxurious spirit unveils immersive art book

    This book is an ode to the cognac, sung by some of its earliest and most vibrant devotees. ACC Art Books, the British publisher of numerous luxury brand stories, unveiled “LOUIS XIII Cognac: The Thesaurus”, an art book that will guide the reader to the heart of one of the world’s most luxurious … Read more