Four Hotel Stays From The Lane Of Luxury

Four Hotel Stays From The Lane Of Luxury

What is a luxury experience? For luxury brands, it is no longer about making people dream about extravagant outfits. Major luxury empires have now set their sights on all-inclusive experiences to build rapport with their loyal clientele that entail top-notch shopping experiences, exclusive access to runway shows, behind-the-scenes visits with the designers, private viewing, and…

Why the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde Is the Connoisseur’s Choice

Why the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde Is the Connoisseur’s Choice

If there is one watch that we have praised in every issue this year, often with no good reason other than the fact that we like it, it must be the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde. This is the sort of watch that we imagine ourselves wearing one day, when our tastes finally mature. Actually,…

The Chedi Katara: A Masterpiece of Luxury in Qatar

The Chedi Katara: A Masterpiece of Luxury in Qatar

A Palace Reimagined GHM’s first property in Qatar, The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort, is a breathtaking blend of Mughal and Ottoman grandeur with contemporary sophistication. Nestled along the Arabian Sea, its intricate tilework, towering colonnades, and archways create an ambiance of regal splendour. Situated in Katara Cultural Village, it offers seamless access to Doha’s…

Max Hortmann is Germany’s Rising Star in Abstract Art

Max Hortmann is Germany’s Rising Star in Abstract Art

There are moments in life that redefine a person’s entire existence. For Max Hortmann, Germany’s rising abstract painter, that moment arrived three years ago with a devastating diagnosis — an incurable nerve disease that forced him to confront his mortality at just 33. But instead of succumbing to despair, he chose a different path: one…

Clé de Peau Beauté Unveils a New Gold Standard of Radiance

Clé de Peau Beauté Unveils a New Gold Standard of Radiance

The beauty industry has seen something of an evolution in recent years, driven by scientific advancements, the rising demand for high-performance skincare and a shift towards products that combine luxury with efficacy. In what some may deem as a saturated market, beauty consumers are more discerning than ever, seeking formulations that not only promise visible…

Cantieri di Pisa Charting a Roadmap to Success

Cantieri di Pisa Charting a Roadmap to Success

Chief Designer Antonio Luxardo (left), CEO Marco Massabò (middle) and owner Enrico Gennasio (right). The renowned Cantieri di Pisa historic Italian shipyard, founded in 1945 in Pisa, Tuscany, began as a production and repair facility for small boats, before growing to larger-scale production, from which its reputation grew. It was bought by today’s owner Enrico…

The Transformative Power of AI in Architecture Design

The Transformative Power of AI in Architecture Design

Architecture is only one of the many industries that artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly changed in recent years. Despite AI’s relatively recent accessibility to non-specialist users, 41 percent of architecture practices have incorporated it in some capacity, according to a 2024 poll conducted by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). This quick integration demonstrates…

Gooding Christie’s Presents Fred Leydorf’s Automotive Legacy at the 2025 Amelia Island Auctions

Gooding Christie’s Presents Fred Leydorf’s Automotive Legacy at the 2025 Amelia Island Auctions

Copyright and courtesy of Gooding & Company, LLC. Photos by Mathieu Heurtault. The automotive world is gearing up for one of its most anticipated events of the year: the 2025 Amelia Island Auctions. Set to take place on 6 and 7 March at the Omni Amelia Island Resort in Florida, the prestigious annual auction showcases…