Interviews

In the heart of Brooklyn, Gowanus is rewriting its story –  transforming from gritty industrial relic into one of New York’s most compelling case studies in urban reinvention. Once known for its polluted canal and derelict warehouses, the neighbourhood is now embracing a new identity: green, design-conscious, and community-oriented, with more than a touch of Copenhagen cool

In the sun-drenched landscape of Uruguay’s La Barra region, where vast countryside meets the rhythm of the Atlantic, a new kind of living is taking shape. At the heart of it is Carolina Proto, the renowned Brazilian architect and founder of Estudio Obra Prima , whose latest collaboration with JHSF and the Fasano brand has redefined what it means to live beautifully – and naturally – in Punta del Este

Cheval Collection is fast approaching a major milestone: nearly 1,000 units spread across 14 properties worldwide. With over 500 new units added since 2021, including the opening of Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison in London, the brand has firmly established itself as a key player in the luxury serviced apartment sector. And the momentum continues

Italy has long been a crown jewel in global tourism, but over the past few years, its hospitality market has taken on a new strategic significance for foreign investors. In 2024 alone, hotel investments in Italy surged to €2.1 billion – a 30% increase 

“An architect is both an artist and a technician.” Paolo Conrad Bercah knows this dual role intimately. As founding director of c-b a, his practice defies easy categorization – balancing rigorous technical precision with a poetic, often rebellious, aesthetic vision

The home sauna boom is heating up – literally. According to Technavio, the global residential sauna market is projected to grow by a steamy USD 151.3 million between 2025 and 2029. And yet, for many homeowners, the first question isn’t why to install a sauna – but where?

A world-renowned designer, talent scouter, and keen observer of the latest novelties in design and lifestyle, Giulio Cappellini has long been one of the most influential figures on the international creative scene. With his unmistakable visionary approach, he redefines hospitality through a delicate balance of innovation and tradition, aesthetics and functionality

From the pages of /be-spōk/, Carola Pimentel’s refined vision: a conversation on the complexity of preserving the soul of a 1925 estate while reinterpreting it through a contemporary and bespoke aesthetic

In the ever-evolving landscape of design, few voices resonate as deeply as that of Citizen Artist. With a vision rooted in the transformative power of creativity, this multidisciplinary studio redefines the boundaries of interior and product design, merging artistry with purpose

In his drawing light on objects, setting up product scenes, and defining the backgrounds that frame them, multi-award winner photographer Antonio Barrella’s modus operandi is akin to that of a designer. In his Studio Orizzonte Gallery, founded in 1989 and now one of the most important studios for photography and video production

A key barometer in the fields of design, decor, and lifestyle since 1994, Maison&Objet celebrates its thirtieth edition by revamping its January and September shows with an always "innovative, international & premium" approach, now with an even sharper focus on collectability, uniqueness, and emerging tendencies

The spaces designed by Foley&Cox are infused with a dual trace: on one side, the studio's manifesto, founded on the pursuit of serene design, subtly layered with comforting colors and materials; on the other side, the manifesto of a personal design, expressing the client’s individuality

In conversation with Augusto Ciarrocchi, Director of Confindustria Ceramica, on the cultural value of Cersaie – the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings

An ‘hotel within a hotel’, the Flagler Club is an ultra-luxurious boutique hotel with private access, hidden within the renowned resort The Breakers Palm Beach. As it stands today, it is the result of an extensive renovation carried out by Tihany Design, transforming it into an intimate oasis

The spaces designed by Foley&Cox are infused with a dual trace: on one side, the studio's manifesto, founded on the pursuit of serene design, subtly layered with comforting colors and materials; on the other side, the manifesto of a personal design, expressing the client’s individuality

An evolution, a renewed sensitivity towards design, many new projects, but no revolution. These are the intentions of Alessia Genova in the wake of the ownership transfer of the prestigious Tihany Design brand 

What does luxury hospitality mean? Which models are today beyond standards and catalogues, and which ones can truly claim to offer a tailor-made experience – because this is, according to Ettore Cavallino, the key word for luxury hospitality in the new millennium

Founding Principal at Andre Kikoski Architect, Andre Kikoski promotes an approach to architecture based on a continuous dialogue with nature, space, people, the past, and the future. In his design process, he constantly questions himself with universal interrogations

With Salone del Mobile.Milano coming to an end, for the Italian city of design it is time for numbers and assessments, and, it must be underlined, they are largely positive. But what do the exhibitors at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2024 think about this amalgamation of widespread experience throughout the event? Do they share these keywords, or have they found different ones? 

“Where Design Evolves” is the slogan of Salone del Mobile 2024, indicating a tangent perimeter where all the directional lines of the world of design and architecture – and all their contiguous worlds – converge to trace a path of evolution. But where is design actually evolving towards?