The number of women in UK architecture firms is falling, and many urbanists are worried by the ‘very, very male-dominated’ worlds of planning and construction. So how would cities differ if women designed them?
Parking lots in Los Angeles, arty wind tunnels, Dada collages and 1960s visions of future living – Rowan Moore picks his favourite shows of the year
The World’s Most Luxurious Xmas Crackers. The absolute ultimate in Christmas presents. The disappointment when you get the wrong end of the Christmas cracker this year could hurt just a little bit more; instead of missing out on a plastic toy or silver thimble, you could be missing out on the most luxurious treat ever including … Read more
Frédéric Jouvenot‘s new creation reveals time by blossoming sapphires. Frédéric Jouvenot, one of the most gifted watchmakers of today and a refined aesthete who draws inspiration form art, nature and architecture, graces the Fine Watchmaking garden with the blossoming of an unprecedented complication: Surya, the world’s first watch to show the hours by means of 12 … Read more
Christian Louboutin unveils Starlight bottle covered in 1,500 crystals. Shoe designer and new beauty guru Christian Louboutin unveiled a limited-edition luxury nail polish designed for a Domestic goddess. Starlight by Christian Louboutin, Louboutin’s latest adventure in beauty is a nail polish hand-decorated with 1,500 Strass crystals. Launched for the holidays, the exclusive polish is priced at … Read more
The shores of the Amalfi coast are littered with orange trees, rolling green pastures and crumbling villages, the looming shadow of Mount Vesuvius is ever present on the horizon and the sparkle of the sea glitters like jewels. As you charter your luxury superyacht close to the shore the air becomes ripe with fresh lemons … Read more