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Living the art
New York-based performance artist Marina Abramović eschews ‘easy’ art. For one show, she and 39 others lived in a barn with no food or talking for three days. Here she explains her process.
Maison Rabih Kayrouz
Fashion designer Rabih Kayrouz is one of the most sought-after couturiers in Lebanon and Paris, and one of the few designers to be accepted into the elite French Haute Couture season. Monocle visits his…
Blazers of glory
Make a triumphant return to the office after your summer break by combining classic British and Italian tailoring with some modern flourishes. Monocle selects elegant jackets and shirts for men and women.
Design/Architecture
Latest news, projects and products, from a museum makeover in Seoul to beautifully designed cement packaging in Croatia.
Fashion
Everything that's new and noteworthy in fashion, including a sportswear line from Japanese brand Tools, and ties with a twist from UK label An English Hand.
Boon town
The first multi-brand fashion store in Seoul, Boon The Shop is the guiding light for a generation of affluent, trend-conscious Koreans. Monocle examines its success as it celebrates its first decade.
Office hottie
This ethical investment firm in Geneva based its office design on grand old banks. The dark decor draws the eye to lake views, providing a welcoming space to earn your daily keep.
Been there, done that.
Instead of investing in new designs and manufacturing processes, increasing numbers of design firms are raiding their archives. Monocle visits two companies to find out why they’re looking backwards not forward.
Andaz 5th Avenue
Hyatt’s latest boutique hotel, Andaz 5th Avenue, is a rare find: a friendly, relaxing NYC establishment where even locals can experience a fresh take on their city.
John Pawson
From a Halifax childhood to Kyoto apprenticeships, the minimalist architect reflects on chance encounters, Japanese mentors and why simplicity, not decoration, has always been the point.
