How social media are killing the notion of the old-fashioned catwalk

The idea of new collections not being available to buy for months is outmoded in a world of instant gratification and incessant buying

New luxury hotels: The $200 million Trump International Hotel Washington DC to open in September

The Old Post Office re-opening as Trump International Hotel two years ahead of schedule. “We are preparing for what is a highly anticipated opening, and one that is unique to Washington, D.C. and the country as a whole.” Originally scheduled to open in 2018, Donald Trump’s luxury Washington DC hotel is set to open just … Read more

Will the Samsung S7 topple the mighty iPhone?

Just a few short years ago, Samsung and Apple were locked in an endless battle for supremacy in the ultra-competitive smartphone market. At one point, Samsung even seemed set to steal a march on its rivals as it broke new ground with its cutting-edge tablet designs and wearable technology designs (think of the Samsung Gear … Read more

Surreal estate: inside Margaret Thatcher’s Chester Square retreat

It’s received Ronald Reagan and other heads of state, and given its bombproof door perhaps other less savoury offerings, too

Ultra-Luxury St. Regis Jakarta poised to become the premium address for well-heeled travelers and residents

St. Regis brand is bringing bespoke service, contemporary design and refined elegance to the ever-bustling city of Jakarta. Set in the Heart of Jakarta’s Golden Triangle, the new St. Regis Jakarta and The Residences at The St. Regis Jakarta will set a new paradigm for luxury hospitality in Indonesia’s thriving Capital. Centrally located on Jalan … Read more

Poltrona Frau at IMM Cologne 2016

A striking place, intimate and private that reflects the presence and history of its inhabitants, a home is where memories of nearby and far away places take root and personal experiences interweave with day-to-day activities, in continuous evolution and in harmony with the passing of time. The space designed by Michele De Lucchi for this … Read more