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Architecture

Freedom of expression

Turin is a city with many bold and experimental mid-century residential developments. Using these buildings as an inspiration, a new generation of architects is continuing to push the envelope.

  • Issue #160
  • 5 min read
Condominio Manolino, a castle-like apartment building with turrets, balconies, and ornate white details
Architecture

Personal space

Architect Junzo Yoshimura’s seaside escape is a private, harmonious ‘mansion’ that is finally ready to be shared with the world.

  • Issue #159
  • 5 min read
Modern interior corner with gray swivel chairs, glass side table and wooden credenza near large windows
Architecture

The call of the suburbs

New Zealand's 1950s Christchurch School merged Scandinavian modernism with British brutalism, creating earthquake-resistant concrete homes that remain stylishly intact after decades of seismic challenges.

  • Issue #142
  • 10 min read
Interior view of the B Jones house showing living room with timber ceiling, exposed beams, and mezzanine level
Design

Counter culture

LA’s diners serve a healthy dollop of nostalgia but their architecture has modern relevance.

  • Issue #117
  • 11 min read
Counter culture
Travel and restaurants

Ripe for discovery

After years of neglect, Mitchelton Wines has been restored to all its mid-century glory. We meet the father-and-son team behind the tasteful new hotel and vineyard.

  • Issue #112
  • 7 min read
Ripe for discovery
Design

Pleasure island

The Princes Islands are strewn with summer homes but none recall Turkey’s mid-century moment like this 1950s retreat, with its clean lines and echo of occasional cocktail parties.

  • Issue #94
  • 7 min read
Pleasure island

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