Jason Li
Portrait of a nation
Singapore's moribund arts scene is set for a change. The new National Gallery aims to transform perceptions of the country at home and abroad. Here’s how it will achieve its ambitious goal.
Cleaning up its act
The traditionally working-class neighbourhood of Jalan Besar is emerging as a hotbed of creativity, cafés, architecture practices, galleries and studios. What’s more, the sophistication of the area’s offering is growing by the day.
Portrait of a Nation
Singapore is not used to letting people do whatever they want and thus it has been stuck with a moribund art scene. But the opening of the new National Gallery aims to change perceptions…
All over the shops
From Portland to Helsinki and Singapore, our selection of world-class retailers has you covered. Discover essential destinations for fashion, books, beauty and gifts in our global guide.
Right minds
From London to Mexico City, Monocle has selected five of the best practices with the architectural flair and interior ingenuity right for your next project.
City dodge
Privacy and quiet are in short supply in the city. This mid-20th-century-inspired house in a lively Toronto shopping district is a lesson in bold choices and the art of concealment.
Taste makers
From Singaporean hawker food in New York and Sweden’s largest organic supermarket to woodfire-grilled offerings and a new batch of Aussie gin, we survey the food world’s most delectable developments.
Art market
London's Start Art Fair promises fresh discoveries, plus the emerging art scene in Pondicherry.
