U.S. Submarines’ Phoenix 1000 – the largest private undersea vessel built to date This “toy” is capable of taking you to unseen regions of the deep ocean in perfect comfort and absolute safety. The Phoenix 1000 is the ultimate personal transportation device, 65 meters (213 ft.) in length with 470 square meters (5000 sq. ft.) … Read more
Alila manages unique city hotels and resorts in the Asia Pacific region. The hallmark of Alila is stylish, relaxing environments and superb hospitality that creates a unique guest experience, continuously redefined to reflect the very best of a contemporary lifestyle. To stay at any of Alila’s hotels or resorts is to embark on a memorable … Read more
10 modules of horizontal sticks and a lamp capable of adopting infinite configurations compose an amazing object to fixate the eyes on. Combining nature and constructions features, the hypnotizing minimalist “Rhythm” designed by Israeli-French designer Arik Levy for Vibia rotates on a different axis and cab be positioned at the desired angle. The result? An … Read more
Sports timekeeping has long been Omega’s native talents. It’s been 80 years since the Swiss watch manufacturer first timed an Olympic Games, and as Official Timekeeper for London 2012, OMEGA beared witness to Olympic glory by hosting a series of star-studded parties at its London residence from July 28 to August 20. OMEGA ambassador Nicole … Read more
Carbon fiber, an extremely lightweight material usually reserved for the aerospace and automotive industries, is making its way into the furniture world. The Ergon Nomos chair by Los Angeles-based design studio Synperia was an outgrowth of the exploration of the potential of form and material strength afforded by carbon fiber. The shape began as a … Read more
From the museums in South Kensington to a painter’s retreat in Chiswick, here are eight free places to visit in west London