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Local heroes
Independent shops from Hong Kong to Madrid prove that knowing customers by name and fostering genuine community connections remains the foundation of thriving neighbourhood businesses.
Best in Class: Big ideas
Hidden inside an imposing townhouse, Graanmarkt 13 is a step ahead of routine retail.
Hallowed ground
Designed by Vincent Van Duysen, the August hotel is a sanctuary worth seeking out.
Architecture
From a home-renovation TV show to the brave new designs broadcasting modern ideas, we present our round-up of the need-to-know stories.
Building society
A former construction yard has been brought back to life by businesses that are working together to grow – quite literally.
Architecture
The Swiss Natural History Museumand its new home, the Nordic airport offering visitors a warmwelcome and a few fixes for Belgrade’s cycling infrastructure.
Emerging patterns
Shops and stylists, tailors and tracht: welcome to Monocle’s worldwide wardrobe of fashion-forward folk to keep an eye on.
Bring the cheer
We drop anchor in the portside city for gifts ranging from homeware to diamonds.
Monocle travel guide
This issue we’re excited about openings of cosy hotels in Japan and Taipei, a Thai island retreat, a Swedish eco-lodge and a unique retail store in Antwerp. We also profile an airline in Java.
Straat wise
Antwerp is often called Belgium's most attractive city. Perhaps it's because of its eccentrics and exceptional shopping, particularly along the eclectic, historic thoroughfare of Kloosterstraat.
