Open-plan floors, a double-height ceiling, glass everywhere – innovative architects have found 21st century ways to make two very different Hong Kong village houses stand out.

Ghesquière just staged his Louis Vuitton cruise 2025 show at Park Güell in Barcelona, Spain – so how did the collection pay homage to the country? From Matador-inspired hats to lace dresses

Jan Lamb of Cantopop duo Softhard is nothing if not versatile. The Hong Kong entertainer has been an actor, graphic designer, rapper, stand-up comedian, popular radio host, dramatist, and film director.

New hotels in Tokyo’s Toranomon Hills and at Fuji Speedway offer guests a choice of stories: the first an entertainment hub, the second both something for nature-lovers and motorsport fans

The women’s creative director clearly loves landmark buildings, each year choosing one as backdrop to his cruise collection – and this week it’s Barcelona’s turn

After a day sightseeing t Seoul’s Gyeongbokgung Palace or the hipster-heavy Insa-dong and Ikseon-dong neighbourhoods, retreating to Hotel Naru’s calming interiors is a smart move

Since falling in love with Italian mid-century designers as a young woman, the founder of Nilufar Gallery has become a highly influential designer herself and now has compiled Open Edition, shown as part of Salone del Mobile

An innovative couple on Hong Kong’s Lantau Island show you don’t have to spend a lot of money to create a welcoming, original home bursting with colour and character.

Hotel Groove is in entertainment complex Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, where a 900-seat traditional kabuki theatre will open soon – but did you know the buzzy nightlife district is named after the drama form?

A Sham Tseng flat, in the New Territories, was renovated with the owners’ cats in mind – think bespoke feline furniture, scratch-proof flooring paired with hidden storage and Japanese-style decor.

Seventy local buildings and urban spaces designed by Hong Kong architects are celebrated in Raymond Fung’s Untold Stories: Hong Kong Architecture, with a focus on public amenities.

Whether health-minded, a home-maintenance buff or just curious about what flows through your taps, understanding the difference between hard and soft water can make a difference to your well-being

The hottest furniture and homeware spotted at the world’s largest furniture fare? Gucci, Loewe and Fendi and more brands showcase design chops in everything from sofas, chairs and stools to plates and napkins

With first year fees of US$215,000, the Aman Club on New York’s Fifth Avenue is sure to attract only the city’s wealthiest and most influential clientele – here’s what you can expect inside …

The first-ever Capella property in the Greater Bay Area will feature 57 suites and 36 unique ‘sky villas’ spread across 17 floors, plus interiors by Paris-based firm Moinard Betaille

The owner of a Hong Kong micro-apartment wanted all the trappings of a bigger home – including a tub – in the first property she owned. Two young interior designers made it happen.

Chanel’s cruise 2024-25 show in Marseille reflected the seaside vibes of the French Mediterranean city – take a look at the highlights of its customer-friendly collection

In a vertical city like Hong Kong, there are stairs everywhere – and some are simply stunning.

The hotel melds Japanese sensibilities with Scandinavian design – and is just a short walk from Tokyo’s hip Harajuku and Shibuya

A string of new openings is shaking up the Hong Kong nightlife scene, offering immersive experiences for those seeking more than just a drink.

A new Hong Kong exhibition at Gate33 in Kai Tak’s Airside uses typography to explore the built environments, communities and culture of Wong Tai Sin, San Po Kong, Kowloon City and To Kwa Wan.

The Polish fashion designer loves vintage Rolexes, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, the Ritz Paris and travelling to the Maldives, while at home she eats pierogi and enjoys exploring her home city of Warsaw

With 588 rooms, the hotel has suites that wow and an aesthetic that leans into the urban grit of its surroundings – without losing the luxurious touch

The second edition of Tod’s ‘The Art of Craftsmanship’ highlighted the artistry behind the brand’s most celebrated shoe, the Gommino

Appreciation of ‘the finer things in life’ guided designers in a luxury revamp that turned a 2,035 sq ft apartment in Lai Chi Kok, Hong Kong, into a home for a couple’s retirement.

Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, which was destroyed by fire in 2019, is nearly restored, and should reopen to the public in December. The roofing, floor, spire and furniture should be completed by the summer.

Romania’s Jilava prison is ‘a place where you can show the truth about the way prisoners were tortured’, says a former inmate now 80 years old. She heads a group pushing for ex-prisons to become museums.

Minimalist tones are so yesterday – daring hues and bold colour themes are the choice for Gen Z