Hotels
There's something to be said for a hotel that looks exactly like it does in its promotional pics, and that's the first thing we notice about the Center Chic Hotel; everything's just as it is on their website. Part of the Atlas group of boutique...
Hotels
Brother and sister Adi and Irit Strauss are busy bees; having already created three of Israel's best restaurants they have now branched out into the world of hotels with Alma, in Tel Aviv. The building, which dates back to 1925, lies in the...
Hotels
The restoration of the building now called The Efendi Hotel certainly wasn't a rush job. Formed from two ancient houses in Acre, Israel, the project took eight years to complete under the watchful eye of the local Antiques Authority, necessitating...
Eating Out
It's times like these we're glad the English language has so many words that mean the same thing, because in the world of modern design “eclectic” gets the kind of flogging that would make a dead horse get up and complain. Chakra Café, in...
Eating Out
Taking Warhol's 'tinned food as art' obsession to the nth degree, Studio Opa's design for Israeli pizzeria Shumis has turned entire walls into fascinating works of art. There's fabulously gaudy neon too, reminding me a little of Tracy Emin's neon...
Culture
We were lucky enough to be treated to a tour of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art's spellbinding new Herta and Paul Amir Building yesterday, and are still daydreaming about the seductive lines of its 87ft-high atrium. Known as the Lightfall - no prizes for...
City Notes
“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
City Notes
Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
City Notes
The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
Stuff Crush
See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
Wellness Trends for 2025: A series of posts designed to uncover the most progressive concepts in wellness for the year ahead. Number Fourteen: Ancestral Wellness. In recent years, the wellness world has seen a resurgence of ancient practices...
Dispatches
Selecting the appropriate furniture is crucial while redesigning your living space. Modular sofas are a standout alternative due to their sophistication and adaptability among the numerous choices offered. These valuable pieces provide style and...
Dispatches
Roll up, roll up, we're doing a 'Call for Entries', for the A' Design Award. What is the A' Design Award you may wonder? The A' Design Award is a competition for designers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and companies looking to garner the attention of...
Dispatches
Pet owners strive to ensure the health and well-being of their furry companions. When pets fall ill, the choice of treatment becomes crucial. Traditionally, chemical medicines have been the go-to solution for various pet ailments. However,...