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Top 9 Design Trends From Salone Del Mobile 2024 and Milan Design Week, As Spotted by AD Editors
Brands offer a fresh riff on ’70s design, historic craft is playfully reimagined and more ideas you’ll see this year
This Los Angeles Home’s Ultra Bright Colours Make It a Bubble of Positive Energy
In this feel-good Los Angeles project designed by lauded studio Another Human, the intent was simple: Be bold and have fun
Why Bespoke Private Jet Interiors Are the Ultimate Status Symbols for the A-List
From suites that'd put the best hotels to shame and light-weight materials that push the envelope for luxury innovation, designers are conceiving ever more exclusive concepts to create the most spectacular aircrafts
What Pavilions To See at Venice Biennale 2024
One of the largest and most influential events on the international art scene opens with a theme exploring immigration, belonging, and borders. These are the presentations that will leave a mark
7 Spectacular Waterfalls in the World
Perilously high, blanketed in snow, and occasionally undiscovered, these cascades and cliffs comprise a one-of-a-kind natural treasure trove spanning the globe's every corner
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Futuristic Architecture in Neom: 11 Astonishing Buildings in Saudi Arabia’s $500 Billion Mega-Project
From shimmering skyscrapers and a floating city, to hotels that seem to disappear into the desert landscape, if you can dream it, Neom in Saudi Arabia is already building it
By Pratyush Sarup
Homes
All of Beyoncé’s Homes With Jay-Z: Inside Their Megamillion Real Estate Portfolio
The billionaire couple's property portfolio – that includes the most expensive home ever bought in California's history – is their real flex
By Joyce Chen
Architecture & Design
Barcelona's Sagrada Familia Scheduled for Long-Awaited Completion in 2026
A new timeline has been announced for the completion of Antoni Gaudí's basilica, marking 144 years since its inception with the laying of the first stone
By Beatriz González
Architecture & Interiors
Byblos’ J. Jabbra Library Is a Forgotten Gem of Lebanese Modern Architecture
Overlooking the Mediterranean sea, the J. Jabbra Library stands as a fusion of history, sustainability, modern architecture and natural beauty
Fashion Designer Romeo Gigli Has Opened A Fantastical Riad in Marrakech
Having made Morocco his home, the iconic Italian creative has opened a modernist five-bedroom riad that reflects his visionary style
This Minimalist Modern Home by Greg Natale Is All About Curvy Interiors
A lesson in modern organic design, a spectacular spiral staircase and gallery-esque feel characterise this Australian home
Al Madam Ghost Town: Your Guide to This Abandoned Village in Sharjah
From the best time to visit and what to expect, to why Al Madam has been swallowed by sand… everything you need to know about this mysterious town in the UAE
This Renovated Victorian Terrace House in London Has Been Transformed Into a Mediterranean Escape
With dramatic triangular volumes, limewash-plastered walls and a Levant-inspired garden, it conjures the warmth of sunnier climes
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7 Spring Cleaning Tasks To Make Note of (and How to Tackle Them)
In the mood for some spring cleaning? Here are the tasks to put on your to-do list
Why We're Obsessed with Round Furniture: Carpets, Chairs, Tables (and Even Windows!)
The trend of round furniture in interiors doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Why? Discover the reason and explore the most beautiful curvy pieces
7 Best Coffee Machines for Design Lovers
Think style as well as substance when it comes to perfecting your morning coffee ritual
Before the 2024 Met Gala Red Carpet, A Look at the Decor Of the past 5 years' Shows
From a hand-painted red carpet, to a recreation of the Statue of Liberty’s torch, we revisit the spectacular decor accompanying fashion's biggest night
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This Earthy-Toned Apartment in Berlin Comes Alive With Pops of Colour
A clever use of warm hues and a unique design approach turned a blank canvas into a characterful home that resonates with the personalities and needs of the homeowners
Homes
Arabian Flair Meets Modern Minimalism at This Home in Dubai
Collaboration is at the heart of this exquisite project made by two talented women who subtly intertwined local references and transformed a truly contemporary home
Culture & Lifestyle
A Summer in Puglia: These Idyllic ‘Mini Hotels’ Promise the Getaway You Really Need
Sensitively restored as holiday homes these ancient, cave-like buildings are an invitation to explore the region’s countryside and culture
Culture & Lifestyle
This Dubai Exhibition is A Future-Facing Exploration of the Arab Identity
The Crystal Clear exhibition may be built on the notion of memories, but instead of trading on nostalgia, it uses the past to imagine a different tomorrow
Architecture & Design
The New Chanel Boutique in Bahrain Is an Art Deco-Inspired Shopping Paradise
Bringing the French brand’s fashion, jewellery and beauty to the kingdom for the very first time, it’s not to be missed
Culture & Lifestyle
At Venice Biennale 2024 the UAE Pavilion Charts a Road Less Travelled
Pioneering Emirati artist Abdullah Al Saadi takes visitors on a journey across the country's landscape, telling tales that are both universal and deeply personal
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How To Make Cut Hydrangeas Last Longer in the Vase
Mophead hydrangeas are having a fashion moment; here’s how to make the best of them
Decorating
Styling Shelves: Your Expert (Five-Point) Guide
Follow curated tips from design specialists like Kit Kemp to display your items, adding character to any space
Homes
This San Francisco Apartment Blends Contemporary Flair With Traditional Design
Interior designer Alison Deutch thoughtfully mixed the homeowner's prized antiques with modern furniture and art to help her client embark on a new chapter in her life
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A Tiled Ribbon-Like Roof Transforms This Madrid Villa from Minimal to Ingenious
Part visual statement, part shading device, it provides a smart solution for living comfortably in a hot climate