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The Eye Of The Beholder Coming Together

The List - Sergio Rossi Bright Lights Ahead

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More Than Meets The Eye True Rose

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Celine’s Womenswear Winter 21 campaign was photographed by Hedi Slimane at Amnesia, Privilege and Eden in Ibiza in May 2021 featuring Quinn Elin Mora.

THE EYE OF THE BEHOLDER www.celine.com

Celine’s womenswear winter 2021 fashion show took place in the André Le Nôtre Gardens of the Chateau De Vaux-Le-Vicomte March 2021.

The inspirations for the setting were drawn from the visionary verses of several literary greats of France: “Her gaze is like the gaze of statues” from Paul Verlaine’s “My Familiar Dream”; “My youth has been nothing but a tenebrous storm, pierced now and then by rays of brilliant sunshine” from Charles Baudelaire’s “The Enemy”, and “I alone have the key to this savage parade” from Arthur Rimbaud’s “Parade”. But the greatest inspiration was the location itself. “The gardens of Versailles would not exist were it not for those of Vaux-Le-Vicomte design by André Le Nôtre. They mark the invention of “French Gardens.” The “great century” was foretold insofar as it was born at Vaux-Le-Vicomte in 1656.” Nicolas Fouquet received King Louis XIV on its opening day.

The chateau went through several ownerships over the centuries and was acquired, in 1875, by an ancestor of the Vogüé family, who have been restoring it ever since.

The collection’s vision, “a utopian parade and melancholic daydream of

youth interrupted“, in some way describes the life of Celine’s Creative Director, Hedi Slimane. Born to an Italian mother and Tunisian father, Slimane discovered photography at the age of 11 when he received his first camera, and he learned black and white darkroom printing.When he was 16, he started making his own clothes, without thinking about entering the fashion industry. He studied Art History at the École du Louvre and completed a tailor apprenticeship at a men’s designer house.

He also visited the offices of “Le Monde” newspaper as he considered becoming a journalist and reporter. From 1992 to 1995, Slimane assisted fashion consultant Jean-Jacques Picart on the centenary of the project “monogram canvas” of Louis Vuitton. And in 1996, Pierre Bergé appointed Slimane as Yves Saint Laurent’s men’s ready-to-wear director, and later became artistic director. After the Black Tie collection for autumn-winter 2000, which foreshadowed the advent of Slimane’s silhouette, and the debuts of “skinny,” he chose to leave YSL, declined the offer of creative directorship at Jil Sander, and accepted the position of creative director for menswear at Christian Dior. In 2002, Hedi Slimane was the first menswear designer to receive the CFDA award for International Designer. In January 2018, LVMH announced that Slimane would take on the role of creative director at Celine.

The Celine’s womenswear winter campaign, shot by Slimane, is a reminder of his first love: photography, which he never gave up throughout the years working with art curators, publishers and artists. He still shoots for magazines and continues to be active in the photography scene.

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Thoughtfully designed for mavericks of style who inspire others to come together and enjoy life.

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transported to a night so quintessentially New York, that it could have happened in the 1920s or today. It’s a mix of art, music, culture and fashion where everyone brings something unique to the table.”

Ralph Lauren expanded his lifestyle brand to encompass the world of fragrance in 1978, launching Lauren for women and Polo for men. For more than 40 years since, Ralph Lauren Fragrances has developed bestselling fragrances that express a distinct personality and luxury lifestyle in line with the Ralph Lauren tradition. Today, the brand’s portfolio spans Ralph Lauren and Polo fragrances, including Ralph Lauren Collection fragrances, Woman by Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Romance, Polo Blue, Polo Red, Purple Label and more.

Ralph’s Club, as its name suggests, inspires people to come together and enjoy the fullness of the life around them. Master Perfumer Dominique Ropion exclusively crafted this Eau de Parfum with ingredients distilled to their highest quality with an exceptionally high level of naturality. Fresh notes of Lavandin and Clary Sage, both grown and harvested in Provence, France, are balanced with the warm richness of Virginia Cedarwood and luxurious Vetiver grown and harvested in Haiti. A long-lasting blend of notes includes lavandin, apple and grapefruit as top notes, clary sage, geranium and orange blossom as mid notes, finally cedarwood, vetiver, patchouli and cashmeran as base notes.

Ralph Lauren selected a diverse young cast to embody the essence of Ralph’s Club, including model, artist, actor and creative entrepreneur Luka Sabbat, international supermodel Gigi Hadid, and musician, actor, and model Lucky Blue Smith. The campaign also features artist Fai Khadra, who joins reallife friends Sabbat, Hadid and Smith as they discover the modern energy and timeless style of Ralph’s Club. They navigate the art deco-inspired club and meet people from all over the world who have come together for one unforgettable night.

“I’m honored to be a part of the Ralph Lauren family,” said Sabbat, who also attended the original Ralph’s Club fashion show. “Shooting the Ralph’s Club campaign transported me back to the magnetic energy of that night, which is one I’ll never forget.” Hadid stated: “Ralph’s Club is a celebration of community and bringing people together from all walks of life. You’re

The campaign film is set to “Ralph’s Club”, a new genre-bending song dreamt up by accomplished songwriter and artist Prince Charlez. “I was inspired by the original Ralph’s Club show to create a one-of-a-kind sound that would inspire people to come together again,” said Charlez. “The result is a blend of classic jazz chords fused with R&B melodies and driven by a hip-hop vocal cadence that gets people moving.”

1. The bottle is crafted with sharp angles that are cool to the touch. The gunmetal design features a hinged cap detailed with the Ralph’s Club monogram.

2. The scent comprises lavandin, apple, grapefruit, clary sage, geranium, orange blossom, cedarwood, vetiver, patchouli and cashmeran.

3. Ralph’s Club is ersonifie b a diverse young cast including musician, actor, and model Lucky Blue Smith.

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www.sergiorossi.com Italian Craftsmanship Skillful artisans have been handcreating Sergio Rossi shoes for the past 70 years. The perfect pair requires 120 steps and 14 hours of work.

Sergio Rossi’s philosophy is simple: to think of a shoe not just as a superfluous ornament, but as the continuation of the body, comfortable, decorative, designed for the movement of contemporary women today. The Sergio Rossi brand has since expanded from women’s footwear to include men’s footwear, bags and accessories.

Thirty years after the creation of the first shoes bearing his name, French company, Kering, acquired the Sergio Rossi brand in 1999, and with this, new shops opened in major cities like London, Tokyo and Paris. During the autumn/ winter 2009/10 collection, Then-Creative Director Francesco Russo designed his first collection for the brand. The Sergio Rossi brand played a part in developing sustainable fashion with its Eco Pump, a biodegradable shoe created using “Liquid Wood”. Part of the proceeds from the sale of the Eco Pump went to GoodPlanet.org, a foundation established to raise public awareness of environmental protection.

Spring/Summer 2022 Sergio Rossi is never afraid to look to the past and heritage while creating new models and accessories, which always fit perfectly in the current season. The Spring/ Summer collection is meant to reinforce the importance of the main collections and top-selling pieces while bringing a new reinterpretation of iconic footwear, together with seasonal accessories.

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BRIGHT LIGHTS AHEAD Dolce & Gabbana’s new DG Light Spring/Summer 22 fashion show can be best summed up with a handful of keywords that immediately conjure up a glamorous picture during Milan Fashion Week: light, embroideries and colours, femininity and sensuality, as well as key pieces such as miniskirts, laced pants and underwear, minimal beachwear and last but not least, stiletto heels. It is a strong meeting between the light and the reinterpretation of aesthetic codes of the past with the new generations in mind. Embroideries and colours present on the looks (103 in total) fuse together with slim and cargo silhouettes, a re-edition of the brand’s 2000s catwalk. The waist becomes lower, miniskirts make an unbridled comeback, pants are enriched with laces. The beachwear stands out for its minimal touches and swimsuits allowing the lace underwear underneath to be half-seen. Footwear includes exclusively stiletto heels, emblem of quintessential femininity and sensuality. This collection represents a memory of the past with a look towards the future, a symbol of restart and optimism. Always remembering, never repeating.

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Bvlgari unveils a handmade Murano glass jewel bottle

by Fornace Mian, adorned with gold and coloured gems.

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With a 1/1 inscription, Bulgari Opera Grandiosa with its bejewelled design in 18kt rose gold and coloured gemstones at once combines the perfumery and jewellery-making arts.

Bulgari embarks on a new journey by paying homage to the Venetian heritage and its glassmaking tradition. It all starts with the bottle. For the occasion, the craftsmen of Fornace Mian have been commissioned to create a complex game of balance between fire, the artist’s vision and the very nature of the raw material. Founded by Alfio Mian and his son Giuliano in 1962, the Murano glass-making company is now in its third generation, helmed

by Simone and Patrizia, occupying a factory space of about 10,000 square metres and employing 90 people. Formia produces different ranges of light fittings and objects, whose design reflects various sources of inspiration. The “sbruffo” technique is essential for the introduction of colour: the craftsman blows several layers of glass, working on different shades, transparencies and consistencies, in order to produce a result that is as intense, luminous and rich as Bulgari’s jewellery creations. With its magnificent layers of colour, the mouth-blown bottle captures the hue of an intense amethyst. The inscription “1/1” on the base of the bottle indicates that this glass creation is one and only, like a true work of art. Bvlgari Le Gemme Imperiali Desiria is a luxurious Eau de Parfum that opens the doors to an idyllic and dreamlike universe. The bewitching magnolia unleashes its seductive power with a subtle touch of rose petals, while a captivating accord of musks reveals the fragrance’s irresistible and sumptuous character.

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To create the precious necklace that adorns the bottle, Bulgari used 18 kt rose gold and gemstonesto create hexagonal gold scales, evocative of the iconic Serpenti design, meticulously set with rubellites (5.39 ct), amethysts (4.86 ct) and citrines (4, 56 ct). This rainbow of precious stones is topped with a spectacular spherical, smooth and voluptuous 2.485 carat malachite, reminiscent of Bulgari’s signature cabochon cut.

Sublime final touch of this luxurious piece, the BVLGARI logo engraved on the neck of the bottle is bordered on each side by a brilliant-cut diamond. An association of vibrant gems, selected and matched with daring and exuberance. This unique piece of jewellery requires more than 250 hours of work by a single craftsman. Contained in its precious bottle, the perfume inside has been designed and developed like a jewellery piece by the famous master perfumer, Daniela Andrier, who transforms the most precious natural ingredients into a sublime fragrance.

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MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT www.rolex.com Calibre 3255 is a self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex, with patents such as the Paraflex shock absorbers and Chronergy escapement that provide stability and anti-magnetism. What’s more is that the blue Parachrom hairspring, manufactured by Rolex in a paramagnetic alloy. Insensitive to magnetic fields, the Parachrom hairspring offers great stability in the face of temperature variations and remains up to 10 times more precise than a traditional hairspring in case of shocks. Calibre 3255 is fitted with a self-winding module featuring a Perpetual rotor. Thanks to its barrel architecture and the escapement’s superior efficiency, the power reserve of this movement extends to approximately 70 hours.

The Day-Date’s calendar displays the day of the week spelt out in full in an arc-shaped window at 12 o’clock in addition to the date in a separate window at 3 o’clock. This display relies on disc mechanisms; the day and date change simultaneously and instantaneously. The indication of the day of the week is available in a choice of 26 languages. The Day-Date is also equipped with a mechanism allowing rapid adjustment of the day and the date using the winding crown.

Like all Rolex watches, the Day-Date is covered by the Superlative Chronometer certification redefined by Rolex in 2015. This exclusive designation testifies that every watch leaving the brand’s workshops has successfully undergone a series of tests conducted by Rolex in its own laboratories and according to its own criteria. These certification tests apply to the fully assembled watch, after casing the movement,

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guaranteeing superlative performance on the wrist in terms of precision, power reserve, waterproofness and self-winding. The Superlative Chronometer status is symbolised by the green seal that comes with every Rolex watch and is coupled with an international 5-year guarantee.

The precision of every movement – officially certified as a chronometer by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) – is tested a second time by Rolex after being cased for a precision within −2/+2 seconds per day, much stricter than that accepted by COSC for official certification of the movement alone. Rolex checks the waterproofness, the self-winding capacity and the power reserve of 100 per cent of Rolex watches. These tests systematically complement the qualification testing during development and production, in order to ensure the watches’ reliability, robustness, and resistance to magnetism and shocks.

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by Sotheby’s (www.harrywinston.com). 8. PRADA Ardesia Sunglasses (www.prada.com). 9. BROOKS BROTHERS Detachable Collar (www.brooksbrothers.com). 10. PASOTTI OMBRELLI Black Panther Walking Stick Umbrella K (www.pasottiombrelli.com). 11. CARTIER Grande Complication Skeleton Pocket Watch Calibre 9436 MC (www.cartier.com).

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12. ALFA ROMEO Tipo B P3 Tim Scott ©2016 Courtesy of RM Sotheby’s (www.rmsothebys.com). 13. ROLEX Yacht-Master 42 Titanium Prototype (www. rolex.com). 14. FABERGE Colours of Love Teardrop Earrings with Mozambican Rubies (www.faberge.com). 15. BROOKS BROTHERS Regent Fit Bib Front Spread Collar Tuxedo Shirt (www.brooksbrothers.com). 16. TOM FORD Velvet Bow Tie (www.tomford.com). 17. RALPH LAUREN Ralph’s Club Fragrance (www.ralphlauren.com). 18. HARRY WINSTON Necklace with a 31.13-Carat Sapphire (www.harrywinston.com).

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15. MIKIMOTO Pearl Necklace (www.mikimoto.com). 16. JACOBS & CO Brilliant Flying Tourbillon Peru Mountain Colours (www.jacobsandco.com). 17. Moussaieff Jewellers Jewellery Suites (www.moussaieff-jewellers.com). 18. BVLGARI Opera Grandiosa Fragrance (www.bulgari.com). 19. CHANEL No. 5 Eau de Parfum (www. chanel.com). 20. TURNBULL & ASSER Pre-Tied Cotton Piqué Bow Tie (www.turnbullandasser.co.uk). 21. BVLGARI Bulgari Serpenti Watch (www.bulgari.com).

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7. DOLCE & GABBANA Spring/Summer 2022 Womenswear Runway (www.dolcegabbana.com). 8. ROGER DUBUIS Excalibur Watch (www.pisaorologeria.com). 9. SAINT LAURENT Opyum Patent Leather Pumps (www.ysl.com). 10. SAINT LAURENT Sunglasses (www.ysl.com). 11. CHAUMET Joséphine Aigrette Ring (www.chaumet.com).

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THE FUTURE HAS LANDED The arrival of the all-new Gulfstream G800™ and G400™ elevates the strongest and most advanced fleet in Gulfstream history. Our newly expanded portfolio offers an aircraft for every mission.

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10 1. FERRARI 1957 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Competizione Tour de France by Scaglietti. 2. UNBRANDED LABEL British Derby Cap in Wool (www.unbrandedlabel. com). 3. WALLY 118 Wallypower (www.wally.com). 4. JACOB & CO Caviar Tourbillon Baguette Blue Sapphires (www.jacobandco.com). 5. CHANEL No. 5 High Jewellery Collection (www.chanel.com). 6. ROLEX Day-Date Watch (www.rolex.com). 7. BYREDO Blanche Eau de Parfum (www.byredo.com). 8. ROLLSROYCE Phantom Tempus (www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com). 9. MB&F Legacy Machine Perpetual Movement (www.mbandf.com). 10. DREAMBOULE Bubble Ruby Ring (www.dreamboule.com). 11. BOMBARDIER Global 7500 Four living spaces, limitless possibilities (www.businessaircraft.bombardier.com).

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14. CHANEL Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour (www.chanel.com). 15. CHOPARD Happy Sport Watch (www.chopard.com). 16. PORSCHE 911 FT3 (www.porsche.com). 17. TOM FORD Shirt & Pre-Tied Silk Bow Tie (www.tomford.com). 18. BENTLEY EXP 100 GT (www.bentley.com). 19. HARRY WINSTON Diamond and Sapphire Cascading Drop Necklace (www.harrywinston.com). 20. AIRBUS CityAirbus Helicopters (www.airbus.com).

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1. CHANEL Chanel Factory 5 Limited Edition Collection (www.chanel.com). 2. DOLCE & GABBANA Royal Gloss (www.dolcegabbana.com). 3. TSUM Moscow (www.tsum.ru). 4. FORTNUM & MASON Rose Pouchong Tea (www.fortnumandmason.com). 5. DIOR Rose Couture Abstraite Bracelet in White gold, Diamonds and Sapphires (www.dior.com). 6. STEFANO RICCI Octagon Chronograph Diamond Lux Limited Edition Watch (www.stefanoricci.com). 7. SAN MARZANO WINES Edda (www.sanmarzanowines.com). 8. BOODLES Asoka Ring (www.boodles.com). 9. HARRODS (www.harrods.com).

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10. TOM FORD Evening Shirt and Bow Tie (www.tomford.com). 11. CHOPARD Precious Chopard Necklace (www.chopard.com). 12. GRAFF Sapphire and Diamond Scroll Necklace (www.graff. com). 13. HARRODS English Breakfast Tea Bags (www.harrods.com). 14. SAINT LAURENT Women’s Fashion Show (www. ysl.com). 15. TIFFANY & CO Return To Tiffany Ring (www.tiffany.com). 16. LE GRAND MAG (www.legrandmag.com). 17. ROLEX Day-Date Watch (www.rolex. com). 18. DOLCE & GABBANA The Only One (www.dolcegabbana.com). 19. CHOPARD Red Carpet Collection, Rubellite Earrings (www.chopard.com).

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BACCARAT Be@rbrick (www.baccarat.com). 4. GIORGIO ARMANI Armani Privé Spring 2021 Collection (www.armani.com). 5. BOUCHERON Lumière de Jodhpur Ring (www.boucheron.com). 6. HUGO BOSS Pre-Tied Cotton-Velvet Bow Tie (www.hugoboss.com). 7. BUCCELLATI Ombelicale Vintage Collection (www.buccellati.com). 8. ZACAPA Zacapa XO (www.zacaparum.com). 9. FERRARI 250 GTO (www.ferrari.com). 10. MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN BACCARAT ROUGE 540 (www.franciskurkdjian.com).

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11. BUGATTI Ceramique Smartwatch (www.bugatti-smartwatches.com). 12. ROLLS-ROYCE Culligan (www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com). 13. BRIONI Bow Tie (www.brioni.com). 14. BVLGARI Divas’ Dream Watch (www.bulgari.com). 15. CHANEL No. 5 Collection (www.chanel.com). 16. CELINE Winter 2021 Womenswear Campaign (www.celine.com). 17. FERRARI 250 GTO, Auctioned by RM Sothebys (www.rmsothebys.com). 18. CHOPARD The Garden of Kalahari Necklace (www.chopard.com). 19. PRADA Moonlight Shadow (www.prada.com). 20. RALPH LAUREN Wellington Watch (www.ralphlauren.com).

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11. CHANEL No. 5 High Jewellery Collection (www.chanel.com). 12. OSCAR HUNT Men’s Tailoring (www.oscarhunt.com.au). 13. CHAUMET Fluted Engagement Ruby Ring (www.graff.com). 14. LEONARDO’S WINE La Malvasia di Milano (www.vignadileonardo.com). 15. GRAFF Ruby and Diamond Bracelet (www.graff.com). 16.

BACKES & STRAUSS Ashoka Collection (www.backesandstrauss.com). 17. MOUSSAIEFF Bespoke Jewellery (www.moussaieff-jewellers.com). 18. PRADA L’Homme Intense Eau de Parfum (www.prada.com). 19. CHANEL Escale à Venise Collection, Lion Secret Ring (www.chanel.com). 20. BVLGARI Opera Grandiosa Fragrance (www.bulgari.com).

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All images copyright: © Rolex

THE PRESIDENT’S WATCH www.rolex.com Since its debut in 1956, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date watch was a a new generation self-winding mechanical movement with a Calibre 3255 major innovation. It was the first wristwatch to indicate, in addition to the that has been entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex and incordate, the day of the week spelled out in full in an arc-shaped window at the porates the brand’s Chonergy escapement, known for its high energy 12 o’clock marker. This was available in a selection of 26 languages. The efficiency and dependability, which permits a power reserve of approxiDay-Date watch models were made only in precious metals like 18-karat mately 70 hours. This movement has been fitted with a blue Parachrom yellow, white and everose gold or 950 platinum. This ‘watch of prestige’ hairspring, another Rolex exclusive, this paramagnetic alloy improves prewas known for its exceptional precision, reliability and readability. It feacision in comparison to traditional hairsprings regardless of the position. tured a unique ‘President’ bracelet with semi-circular three-piece links. Its The watch’s oscillator also features the brand’s hallmark Paraflex shock abpopularity among the wrists of political figures, filmmakers and entrepresorbers that further increase the model’s shock resistance. This movement neurs ensured its popularity as ‘The President’s Watch.’ is enclosed in a 36-mm Oyster case, synonymous with One of the new versions of Now, Rolex presents a new generation of this iconic model waterproofness and guaranteed to a depth of 100 meters. this iconic model is made in with a novel design and stylistic variations. This new model The case, which is hermetically screwed down by Rolex 18-karat Everose gold with includes an exquisite variant in 18-karat yellow gold with watchmakers to secure the movement, is crafted from a a diamond-paved dial fea green ombré dial embellished with brilliant-cut and basolid block of 18-karat yellow gold. aturing baguette-cut rainguette-cut diamond hour markers and framed with a futted In short, the new Oyster Perpetual Day-Date incorpobow-colored sapphire hour bezel. The case features a Cyclops lens at the three o’clock rates a new generation movement, known for its precision, markers and diamond enmarker and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. shock resistance, reliability and power reserve that ensures crusted bezel and bracelet. a superlative performance.

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ARRIVE ANYWHERE

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Credit Images: ©Louis Vuitton

HIGHER GROUND www.louisvuitton.com represents the 400 kilometres of roads and forests that separate the Jura Born in the Jura region of France, Louis Vuitton was a teenager when region from Paris, this necklace intersperses Colombian emeralds in three he decided to embark on a journey on foot across France to Paris where rows of platinum, yellow gold and white gold which are entirely pavé-set he would become a legendary master trunk-maker. In honour of his with diamonds in Damier checkerboard stone marquetry. The necklace is courageous spirit, Bravery is a collection of 90 emblematic pieces that further enhanced by the presence of a 3+ carat LV Monogram Flower and retraces that remarkable saga in a metaphorical manner, from the birth of a 5.21 carat DFL pear-shaped diamond of remarkable colour and purity. travel to modern times.

The Arrow is both a metaphor for Louis’ journey and a literal interpretation Pictured here, La Passion necklace is inspired by the mallettage that of the V in his name, the diagonally pavé-set Arrow necklace features a lines the interiors of the Maison’s traditional trunks, this lattice necklace central V set with custom-cut rubies, sapphires and diamonds in an ode in white gold set with diamonds and a precious collection of 75 round to the personal emblem of the founder’s grandson Gaston-Louis Vuitton. rubies was designed to feel like a second skin. La Constellation d’Hercule Reflecting Louis’ early use of his personal signature, Le Mythe is a multiis tribute to the birth of Louis on August 4th, 1821, these colourful pieces layered piece of jewellery combining several emblematic of organic magnificence reference a constellation only Marking the 200th anniversary Louis Vuitton motifs: the Damier pattern, trunk lockvisible at that time of year through the unique pairing of of Mr. Louis Vuitton’s birth inspired details, studs, rope, and the now-iconic Monogram tanzanites, opals, tsavorites, and a mist of LV Monogram in 1821, the Bravery High flower. As an epilogue to this collection and the light that Star and Flower-cut diamonds. L’Elan Vital expresses the Jewellery collection pays guides Mr. Louis Vuitton on his journey, La Star Du Nord strength of character that led Louis to leave his native Jura tribute to an exceptional set depicts the metaphorical figure of the North Star with for Paris, this fluid, rope-like necklace is reminiscent of destiny by reinterpreting the two rows of refined, graphic diamonds punctuated by a the way trunks were carried on a journey, reinterpreted Maison’s signatures. knot reminiscent of those used on the interior of trunks. using more than 2,500 brilliant-cut diamonds. L’Aventure

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Buccellati reinterprets one of its most memorable designs, originally created for writer and poet Gabriele d’Annunzio, to celebrate the maison’s 100th anniversary.

A TOKEN OF LOVE www.buccellati.com

In a letter 5 August 1931, as the first order of this type of necklaces, D’Annunzio wrote: “I need a necklace, no longer than 50 cm [...] It must encircle the neck and go down into the middle of the chest...”

Another letter, dated 20 June 1928, D’Annunzio described Buccellati’s necklaces as “cheerful”. A particularly memorable necklace was the one that d’Annunzio ordered from Mario Buccellati for the greatest actress of Italian theatre of the time, Duse, who passed away in 1924. Crafted in gold and silver, set with engraved rock crystal, the umbilical necklace was one of d’Annunzio’s last gifts to his beloved “Divina”.

Buccellati celebrates its 100th anniversary with the launch of a book published

by Assouline and has reinterpreted the elegant and sumptuous umbilical necklaces, originally created for writer and poet Gabriele d’Annunzio.

During the book’s presentation, some of the new necklaces will be exhibited together with those from the 1920s and 1930s, designed by Buccellati’s founder, Mario Buccellati, safeguarded today in private collections and the brand’s archives.

The long necklaces get their name from a unique design that spotlights a pendant that drapes elegantly over the navel. Precious gems include pearls, jade, opal, coral, lapis, rock crystal and moonstone, which alternate with engraved gold elements for a bright yet refined colour combination. Some styles are set with diamonds.

The old and new umbilical necklaces will be featured during a world tour celebrating the 100th anniversary of Buccellati, along with the launch of its book published by Assouline. The jewellery maison’s testimony of know-how, combined with consistency and perseverance, continues into a new era.

Buccellati’s archive material has provided insights into the reat cultural affinit bet een founder Mario Buccellati and poet and writer Gabriele d’Annunzio, inspiring the creation of innovative and revolutionary pieces in the maison’s inimitable style.

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LEONARDO DA VINCI’S VINEYARD The most unique wine in the world. Biogenetics revive the DNA of the wine created by Leonardo da Vinci in 1498

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ensure that African gemstones give back to the people of Africa. Gemfields’ In 1882, Peter Carl Fabergé took over his father’s very ordinary gemstones are mined with transparency, legitimacy and integrity. jewellery business and quickly transformed it into an international As well as contributing significantly to national economies by paying taxes phenomenon. The ordinary became the extraordinarily fashionable. and royalties to governments, Gemfields establishes community projects to Out went the French 18th century style where diamonds prevailed. In benefit local communities in the areas of health, education and livelihoods. came the design-led artist-jeweller with a penchant for colour through Schools, mobile and static health clinics and the formation both gemstones and reviving the lost art of enamelling. of farming associations provide livelihoods for the The craftsmanship was of the very finest standard. This Today, Fabergé is a member of communities that surround each mine, and contributions to formula made Fabergé irresistible and the ultimate the Gemfields Group – a world conservation projects help support Africa’s rich biodiversity. objects to own, as well as the gift of choice. leading supplier of responsiblyBy choosing Gemfields’ gemstones for its jewels, Fabergé Today, Fabergé is a member of the Gemfields Group – a sourced gemstones. Fabergé’s customers can enjoy the comfort that living their life world leading supplier of responsibly-sourced gemstones.

Colours of Love platinum ring in colour will also bring benefit to the communities Fabergé continues its penchant for colour and proudly spotlights a 5.12-carat oval cut surrounding Gemfields’ mines. incorporates gemstones into its creations from Gemfields’ blue sapphire and is set with two Today, Sarah Fabergé, John Andrew and Dr. Géza von mines in Africa. Gemfields mines rubies in Mozambique brilliant shaped white diamonds Habsburg are on the Fabergé’s Heritage Council. and emeralds in Zambia, with an overriding principle to and 24 round white diamonds.

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Jacob & Co. created the Brilliant collection for women who want to adorn her wrist and appreciate high-watchmaking movements.

UNIQUELY FOR HER www.jacobandco.com

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Skeletonizing is an age-old tradition in watchmaking. The challenge is to remove enough material from the movement to make it nearly transparent, without impacting its performance, precision, or robustness. Jacob & Co.’s watchmakers have been skeletonizing movements for decades, so they understand exactly where and how much to remove. The result is a nearly see-through movement, set up to maximize the beauty of this little engine on the wrist. The JCAM01 movement has a power reserve of 46 hours and showcases the traditional art of skeletonization. The beauty of skeletonized watches is that there are no dials - instead the highest quality sapphire crystals expose the details of the movement, including the wheels, gears, the balance, bridges, and the barrel. The leaf-shaped hands in the centre, indicating the hours and minutes, float over the mechanical splendour.

GEM-SETTING

The diamond and gemstones industry is a closed society, and it is really a relationship business. Sourcing the very best diamonds and gemstones depends on reputation and personal connections. Jacob & Co. has access to the very best sources of diamonds and gemstones from all over the world, carefully selecting them for quality, cut, clarity, and matching color, before having them set by expert gem setters.

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The 44mm, 18K gold cases, inner bezels, and crowns of the Brilliant Skeleton Collection are invisibly-set with baguette-cut precious stones (the crown has a rose-cut gemstone on the to o erin the front an bac of the time ieces are anti re ecti e sa hire crystals, putting the beautifully skeletonized movements on full display. The beauty of skeletonized watches is that there are no dials - instead sapphire crystals expose the details of the movement, including the wheels, gears, the balance, bridges, and the barrel. The leaf-shaped hands in the centre, indicating the hours and minutes.

The driving force for Jacob & Co. is creativity. From his earliest beginnings in jewellery and watches, Jacob Arabo has been designing beautiful and innovative products. The breadth of Jacob & Co.’s offering shows the brand’s insatiable need to produce amazing pieces that the world has never seen before. “I have to create,” says Mr. Arabo.”My dream has always been to invent things that haven’t been done before. For the brand, it’s about making the impossible reality.” Jacob & Co.’s mission is to create beautiful, dynamic and unique pieces of watchmaking and jewellery art.

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Movement: Exclusive Jacob&Co Skeleton Manual Winding Caliber JCAM05; Oneminute Flying Tourbillon; Components: 172; Power Reserve: 72-Hours; Frequency: 21’600 vib/h (3 Hz); Jewels: 19 Jewels; Finishing: Open-worked Movement with Sapphires Plates an inel set ri es rilliant ut hite iamon s ct an ne rilliant ut lue Sa hire ct ase iameter mm hic ness mm aterial hite ol ase olishe an n isibl Set ith a uette lue Sa hires ct nsi e er e el Set ith a uette hite iamon s ct ro n Set ith a uette lue Sa hires ct an ne ose ut lue Sa hire ct otal arat ei ht a uette lue Sa hires ct ne ose ut lue Sa hire ct ne rilliant ut lue Sa hire ct a uette hite iamon s ct rilliant ut hite iamon s ct

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Throughout Rolex’s production process, all the components undergo systematic quality controls to ensure resistance, quality and reliability.

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE © Rolex

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The Chromalight display uses an innovative luminescent material, which emits a blue glow, on the hands, hour markers and other display elements of the watches for optimal and long-lasting legibility.

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The screw-down winding crown and the case with screw-down back together make up the Oyster’s exceptional waterproof design, patented in 1926, allowing the wearer to adjust the essential functions of the watch, or to wind it, by interacting directly with the movement.

The innovative process developed by Rolex to obtain the unique twocolour Cerachrom bezel inserts for the GMT-Master II consists in changing the colour of the ceramic on one half of the insert. The change of colour is achieved by impregnating half of the insert with an aqueous solution containing various chemical compounds. The solution is added before the sintering process, during which the ceramic acquires its mechanical resistance properties as well as its colour or colours. In the course of this sintering, the ceramic densifies and the added compounds react with the basic elements of the Cerachrom insert, which alters the initial colour on one half of the insert. Since it is manufactured in a single piece, the insert acquires mechanical resistance properties like the rest of the watch.

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The new Dior Rose high jewellery collection celebrates the full renovation of the hôtel particulier at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris.

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Rose Couture Abstraite bracelet in white gold, diamonds and sapphires

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Rose Couture Abstraite necklace in white gold, diamonds and sapphires

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The House’s historic home, which will be reborn with an added rooftop garden and an exhibition gallery, inspired Artistic Director of Dior Joaillerie Victoire de Castellane to create a “Planet Dior”, which includes an abstract narrative in the form of a more symbolic evocation. Enhanced by oval or cushion cuts, Sri Lankan sapphires reveal a sea of blues with subtle violet undertones. Playing with different setting heights, pear-cut rubies and yellow diamonds dazzle on necklaces and earrings. Featured on the backs of certain stones, a gold mesh punctuated with diamonds might reveal a secret mechanism, like a hidden treasure.

Rose Couture Abstraite ring in white gold, diamonds and sapphires

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Rose Couture Abstraite earrings with pearcut rubies and yellow diamonds by Dior Joaillerie

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The manufacture movement is entirely designed and manufactured in-house. It features a tourbillon at six o’clock which is no less striking than the piece itself: self-winding, with a microrotor visible on the dial side, and three bridges made from transparent sapphire.

Two striking creations with generous dimensions of 43 mm; two unique pieces crafted from King Gold or white gold, with the integrated bracelet further reinforcing the visual impact, as the graduated spectrum of colours radiates outwards from the bezel to the bracelet.

POP SPIRIT Juxtapositions, gradations, contrasts, no Pantone is out of reach – not even the palette required for “Rainbow”. While the Rainbow trend has recently taken the fashion world by storm, for Hublot, this love of polychromy is an thin but eetin unli e the rainbo itself ith the first i an ainbo release in

1200 SPARKLING HOURS The continuous transition between the seven types of gemstones further accentuates the piece’s artistic appeal.

To reproduce the perfection of ature ta es hours of work, selecting the stones, choosing their colours, cutting them and setting them to ensure the perfect gradation of colours.

SEVEN TYPES OF GEMSTONES Nearly 36 carats, with 484 invisibly set baguette-cut gemstones: bright red rubies, fuchsia pink sapphires, ultraviolet amethysts, topaz in Klein blue, leaf green tsavorites, lemon yellow sapphires and bright orange sapphires.

AT THE END OF THE RAINBOW www.hublot.com Hublot introduces the Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Orlinski Red Magic, in a vivid color that exudes passion whilst evoking Richard Orlinski’s famed sculpture Born Wild Crocodile. Orlinski, best-selling French artist since 2015 first made a name for himself with his vibrantly colored Pop Art sculptures in 2004. Since 2017 he has collaborated with Hublot creating ‘works of art for the wrist’ incorporating his signature facets and angles to the Swiss watchmaker’s timepieces.

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The Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Orlinski Red Magic is a 45mm art piece crafted in Hublot’s patented red ceramic, which boasts a 100% in-house process that resulted from a secret formula four-years in the making. This watch features a sapphire case back that reveals the selfwinding skeleton chronograph movement in a contrasting shade accented with hands and counters in matt red lacquer once again highlighting the vibrant collaboration between Hublot and Orlinski.

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DJ SNAKE IS IN THE HOUSE www.hublot.com

The most streamed French artist in the world, DJ Snake has joined forces with Hublot to unveil an exclusive creation: the Big Bang DJ Snake. The talented artist ex resse o be able to ear an also offer m fans a atch hich re ects m ersonalit is somethin that has been er im ortant to me since the start of m partnership with Hublot.” Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe stated:“We are thrilled to have been able to channel his outstanding creativity into this new limited edition piece.” The Big Bang DJ Snake has an iridescent shine, with countless blue and purple hues. The bezel and the six titanium components of the 45-mm case are treated with a special and technical manufacturing process. Limited to 100 pieces, the Big Bang DJ Snake will be supplied with two rubber straps: one with a grey, black and purple camou a e attern the other has a blac ribbe structure he clas on these stra s also features the same e ton s in s effect as the case an be el

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Tancredi, the Donnafugata red wine is back this year, with the creativity of Dolce & Gabbana.

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Tancredi, Donnafugata’s red wine with the creativity of Dolce & Gabbana, is back this year in a new limited and numbered edition of the 2017 harvest.

The name Tancredi evokes one of the protagonists of “The Leopard” novel, an endless source of inspiration also for Dolce & Gabbana, recalling its irrefutably Sicilian character. In the novel and in the homonymous movie, Tancredi is the prince of Salina’s favourite nephew, fated to live the contradictions of a changing era and to face the challenges of history.

The special coordinated image by Dolce & Gabbana is a tribute to “The Leopard”, not only in the choices of shapes and colours, but also in the contrast between tradition and modernity. Tancredi 2017 Limited Edition, the rosé Rosa and the prestigious productions from Mount Etna Isolano and Cuordilava exemplify two Made in Italy excellences.

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COLLECTOR AUTOMOBILES INVESTMENT A TRIO OF ALFA ROMEO B.A.T. CARS AUCTIONED AT $14.8M MADE THE TOP SALE IN 2020 AT RM SOTHEBY’S, WHILE FERRARI 550 GT1 PRODRIVE WHICH SOLD FOR $4.3M BECAME THE MOST VALUABLE CAR IN A DEDICATED ONLINE ONLY AUCTION. 4,188 LOTS WERE SOLD ACROSS 27 AUCTIONS, WITH BIDDERS FROM 76 COUNTRIES, OF WHICH 60 PERCENT WERE NEW BIDDERS. IN 2020, RM SOTHEBY’S RAISED NEARLY $4M FOR CHARITABLE CAUSES.

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DARKER, EDGIER THAN EVER www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com Black Badge Ghost debuts dark side of Post Opulent design. The 6.75-litre V12 engine now delivers increased power (600PS) and torque (900NM). The drivetrain and chassis have been re-engineered for more urgent performance.

Turchese leather and technical carbon veneer contrast with bespoke alloy wheel introduced in the Black Badge house style, carbon fibre barrel, and last but not least, theInfinity lemniscate symbol which continues to codify noir expression of Rolls-Royce. ““n the five years since Black Badge became publicly available, this bold family of motor cars has come to symbolise the pinnacle of a new type of super-luxury product, setting in motion a shift across the wider luxury industry...

Today, we announce a product that represents a new kind of Black Badge motor car, one that seizes on the minimalist, Post Opulent design treatment that has recast the legend of Ghost but amplifies and subverts it with the application of black. Our most advanced motor car yet has been reengineered to characterise the alter ego of Rolls-Royce: assertive, dynamic and potent. This is the purest Black Badge motor car in the marque’s history. This is Black Badge Ghost,” states Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.

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The Mercedes-Benz Concept EQG is a near-production study of an all-electric model, offering a promising preview of a Mercedes-Benz G-Class with battery-electric drive.

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The Concept EQG is very much in the design tradition of the model series and can be recognised at first glance as a G-Class. The near-production study adopts the G-Class’ angular silhouette including its iconic elements.

Illuminated stripes make the robust exterior protective strips stand out visually. The separating edge of the attractive two-tone paint finish – gloss black on top, gloss aluminium beam on the bottom – runs in the area of the front end directly under the overlying bonnet, thus emphasising this design feature even more clearly. “We’re travelling into the future with the new EQG! This car epitomises the fusion of state-of-the-art off-road capabilities with the dawn of electric mobility that we all need to strive for.

It stands for our relentless pursuit of the utmost desire and luxury. For us, the most important thing was to keep the full G-Class DNA but beam it into the EQ age: Like the G-Class but different. Modern accents like the white LED technology and a wallbox on the rear of the vehicle illustrate the difference.” says Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer Daimler Group.

“We are proud of the more than 400,000 ‘G’s we have produced to date,” emphasises Dr Emmerich Schiller, Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz G GmbH and Head of the Off-Road Vehicle Product Division at MercedesBenz AG. “In its more than 40-year model history, the G-Class has always used the most modern and suitable drive technology at the time – from the pre-chamber naturally aspirated diesel of the early days to the AMG 4.0-litre V8 in the current top model, the G 63. Against the background of our ‘Electric only’ strategy, the electrification of this off-road legend is simply the logical next step – and an absolutely fascinating project. Our icon is and remains ‘stronger than time’ in every respect.”

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1. Visually, the concept car combines the unmistakably striking look of the G-Class with selected design elements typical of all-electric models from Mercedes as contrasting highlights.

2. Another highlight of the exterior esi n is the at roof rack in high-gloss black. The central element of its minimalist design is the centrally shaped “G”, which is unmistakable in the top view.

3. The front view of the Concept EQG looks familiar, not least because of the typical round headlights. This allelectric variant features a continuous deep black radiator grille.

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BOAT TAIL, ANOTHER NEW BEGINNING www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com Rolls-Royce’s coachbuilt masterpiece Boat Tail makes its global public debut at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2021. Boat Tail marks a seminal moment in the annals of Rolls-Royce, demonstrating the marque’s commitment to coachbuilding as a central part of its future direction and portfolio. It continues and accelerates a contem orar coachbuil in mo ement that be an ith S e tail the first coachbuilt olls o ce of the mo ern era hich also ma e its first ublic a earance at Villa d’Este back in 2017.

movement that takes the wider luxury industry into an entirely different “It is a wonderful privilege to reveal this unique Rolls-Royce to space, where hyper-personalisation and contemporary patronage the world for the very first time. Although images have been widely provide essentially limitless possibilities,” stated Torsten Müller-Ötvös, shared, the car itself has not been displayed in public before. The Villa Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza is the perfect occasion, Boat Tail marks a seminal Boat Tail represents a pivotal moment for the wider bringing together leading international media alongside moment in the annals of luxury goods sector. As a truly hand-built, one-of-aknowledgeable motoring experts and discerning luxury Rolls-Royce, demonstrating kind creation, in which both the bodywork and interior aficionados, on the glamorous shores of Lake Como. the marque’s commitment to are designed and produced to the client’s specification, There is also a pleasing symmetry in that we launched coachbuilding as a central Rolls-Royce Coachbuild redraws the boundaries of the first coachbuilt Rolls-Royce of the modern era, part of its future direction luxury and opens vast new possibilities for patrons of Sweptail, at the 2017 event. It is a truly historic moment and portfolio. contemporary design and fine craftsmanship. for the marque. We are leading a modern coachbuilding

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www.pagani.com details may detract from the lines and overall aesthetics of the vehicle, on the “The aerodynamic technology behind the Pagani Imola is evident in other, they also allow to improve lap time, ease of driving three of its key features. The general outline, the internal The Pagani Imola has a and especially safety. Speaking of safety, we could have aerodynamics and the external aerodynamic details, such as limited production with just reduced the ground clearance so as to increase the downforce the fins, winglets and deflectors”, explained Horacio Pagani, five models built that have all effect by taking advantage of the vehicle’s flat bottom. But Founder and Chief Designer of Pagani Automobili. “We been sold priced at five million don’t forget, the public roads are very uneven and can lead can’t say that it’s an elegant car. We wanted an efficient euros. t boasts 2 11 to the loss of several hundred kilograms of downforce in just vehicle, and just as you’d expect if you were looking at an m tor ue engine weighing a few instants. Well aware of these dangers, we worked very F1 single-seater, this led us to design a car with additional in at only124 g 2 4 lbs. carefully on the upper part and details of the car.” aerodynamic features. So, although on the one hand these

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THE SPARTACUS PROJECT Sajdin Osmancevic envisions what a Bugatti SUV would look like in a unique project called Spartacus. As its name suggests, it aims to push the limits of design that has a stronger and more distinctive character. The entire car architecture is based on the oval lines without which any Bugatti model would be unimaginable.

Bugatti Spartacus is an electric SUV design that embodies a wild spirit combined with Bugatti heritage. The result is a moving statement whose body reminds one of a strong, top-trained soldier, which is what the name Spartacus is all about.

The entire car architecture is based on the oval line on the sides without which any Bugatti model would be unimaginable. The line extends toward the front light and continues throughout the length of the car. Lower side view has a pure sculptural appeal, with distinctive rear wheel arch which fades out over the front doors. In the front of the long and high hood is the prominent Bugatti grill, which, together with the lower air openings, creates a homogenous sculpted front. The headlights are sleek, emphasising the vehicle’s silhouette. The rear and trunk rest on a unique oval surface which is a direct result of the influence of Bugatti’s iconic side frame. The lower bumper is designed to meet aerodynamic requirements. The

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light in the rear, protected by an extensive aerodynamic edge, outlines the whole back of the car. Under the Bugatti logo, there is a deep recess design, filled by a set of aerodynamically inspired exhausts, one on each corner. The wide carbon fibre bumper extends to the sides, under doors and tapers off towards the front door. On the roof glass, the front and rear glasses meet in the middle in a luminous, weightless concept.

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THE GREATER SCHEME www.audi.com

Like a first class flight, the 5.35-metre-long grandsphere sedan combines the luxury of private travel in the greatest of comfort with a comprehensive onboard experience offering. Level 4 automated driving makes new dimensions of freedom possible.

Like a private jet for the road Audi presented the Audi grandsphere concept study at the IAA 2021.

The interior turns into a spacious sphere of experience without a steering wheel, pedals, or displays, an the front seats become a first class loun e ith maximum s ace freer ie s an access to all the functions of a holistic digital ecosystem that the Audi grandsphere is integrated into.

As the second of three “sphere” concept cars, the Audi grandsphere concept illustrates the brand’s claim that it is becoming the trendsetter at the top of the automotive industry for technological transformation and completely new, holistic mobility offerings. The electrically driven roadster Audi skysphere concept debuted in August 2021, a vision of an automatically driving GT that transforms into a self-driving sports car with a variable wheelbase. These two concept cars – as well as the Audi urbansphere, slated for 2022 – can be driven automatically at level 4.

Audi is working with CARIAD, the Volkswagen Group’s software think tank, toward introducing that technology in the second half of the decade.

Not only does Level 4 change the interior space of the traditional driver-oriented cockpit and passenger seats into a spacious lounge, reducing the steering wheel and pedals. It also opens up new levels of freedom, offers everyone onboard individually variable experiences: communication or relaxation, work or withdrawal into a private sphere as desired.

The Audi grandsphere concept transforms from being strictly an automobile in an “experience device.“ The autonomous Audi grandsphere concept picks up its passengers with information about

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Markus Duesmann, CEO and Board of Management Member for Product Lines at AUDI AG, stated: “Enabling carbon-neutral mobility is one of the defining issues of our time and one that every OEM must answer for themselves. We act on what we believe to be true: that a sustainable business model is key in preparing for a successful future.”

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Duesmann continued: “In just 12 years’ time, Audi will be completely electric – an ambitious goal that makes us the industry pioneer. By pursuing such a decisive and robust roadmap, Audi’s transformation is rapidly overtaking the planned legal regulations... At the end of the day, we need a more rapid expansion of renewable energies and an even more rapid expansion of charging infrastructure.”

their current destination and independently handles parking and charging.

Passengers can create a scenic route, adding stops for restaurants or hotels.

Customised infotainment options are also available, such as seamless integration of onboard streaming from music and video providers that have been previously used. In an additional step, Audi will keep personalised and exclusive options available in the future – concerts, cultural events, or even sporting events that customers are invited to.

The Audi grandsphere concept illustrates the brand’s claim that it defines the progressive luxury of the future: for Audi, that includes the option of new high-class experiences, enabled by digitalisation, as well as a holistic approach to sustainability with the goal of carbon neutrality in the near future along the entire value chain.

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A REBEL IS REBORN www.thornleykelham.com

Thornley Kelham began life in 2009 as The Vintage & Classic Paintshop. Simon and Wayne set out to do exactly what that name suggested - prepare and paint cars to the highest quality. Aston Martins, ‘Steady’ Barker, mid-life crises, motorway cafes and growing children all played their part.

“Ultimately we wanted to build a company that would embody our beliefs, talents, and experience, that our employees could build their lives around, and that our customers would be happy they chose.

To do that means working constantly towards ever higher standards, delivering on our promises, being clear and open in our dealings with you, and just doing things right. And we must be doing something right. In January 2009 there were literally 3 of us, 2 cars and a paint booth. We were fortunate that a handful of customers gave us a chance to prove ourselves. We owe them a lot, and we took the opportunity they offered to prove that our approach could work. Wayne had over 20 years working on wonderful cars to the highest standards for someone else. Simon had worked in various countries building businesses and teams - again mainly for others, but always with a passion for classic cars. We shared a common work ethic and mutual trust, and wanted to put our beliefs and experience to the test. At the start of 2012 we renamed our company Thornley Kelham Ltd, and in 2014, as we enter our sixth year, we are now a team of 28, having added engine rebuilds, rewiring, and full coachbuilding to our list of restoration services. We have built a Machine Shop, added servicing bays and hired a dedicated Service Manager. We have a full time race

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mechanic and prepare and support cars on classic road events. We also offer a discreet sales & car sourcing/acquisition service. We have over 32,000 square feet of space and have designed our workshops to accommodate all aspects of the restoration process, including separate enclosed areas for metalwork, panel beating and paintwork preparation, cutting down on noise and dust.

In conjunction with our landlord, we now have fully solar-panelled roofs on our premises, and so we are doing our best to help the environment (which is separate from the discussion on using classic cars rather than purchasing a newly-manufactured one!). We are based in the Cotswolds, just outside Cirencester in Gloucestershire. We welcome visitors at pretty much any time, and we are also happy to hold open evenings for classic car clubs and groups of vintage enthusiasts to share a beer and quiz us on our work.”

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Performance and refinement, magically balanced.

The new Flying Spur.

Discover more at BentleyMotors.com/FlyingSpur The name ‘Bentley’ and the ‘B’ in wings device are registered trademarks. © 2019 Bentley Motors Limited.

BENTLEY LUGANO Via Grancia 4, 6916 Grancia - Tel: +41 (0)91 994 55 71 www.lugano.bentleymotors.com

The new Flying Spur is not yet available to order in EU28 countries, Israel, Norway, Switzerland, Turkey or Ukraine. It will be available to order in these markets later this year.

Model shown: Flying Spur.

THE PHANTOM TEMPUS COLLECTION www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com

Rolls-Royce Phantom, the marque’s pinnacle product, which resides at the apex of the luxury world, has today become the subject of an exclusive and rare collection, the Phantom Tempus Collection. Rolls-Royce states that the events of the past year have caused many people, not least its clients, to re-evaluate their sense of, and relationship with Time. At a moment in history when so much in life seems ephemeral, its patrons are seeking solace in the unique timelessness, longevity and permanence offered by a Rolls-Royce motor car. It is thus the perfect moment for Phantom Tempus Collection – inspired by a mysterious celestial phenomenon and Time.

“As we all know, Time never stands still, waits for no one. manage it, guard it, account for it, weigh and measure it to its smallest fraction. With Phantom Tempus, we have created a space in which those strictures no longer apply – as illustrated by the deliberate absence of a clock. RollsRoyce clients are not bound by Time; the outside world with all its pressures and demands are forgotten. Phantom Tempus is a motor car for those who shape the world as they seek their own place in the universe. They understand that whatever our individual gifts, talents and opportunities, we’re all given Time – and it is up to us to make the most

of every moment,” says Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive, RollsRoyce Motor Cars. The design of the Phantom Tempus The new collection of the Collection encompasses various aesthetic and intellectual marque’s pinnacle Phantom themes relating to time and the cosmos. A key component limousine is completely is a rare astronomical phenomenon, the pulsar. These very reimagined Pulsar Headliner dense, white-hot stars emit electromagnetic radiation in combines fibre-optic lighting extremely regular pulses, making them some of the most and intricate bespoke accurate clocks in the universe. They are rendered as a embroidery. The 20 examples centrepiece in a Bespoke Starlight Headliner consisting of Spirit of Ecstasys have of fibre-optic lighting and intricate Bespoke embroidery, already been allocated. creating the unique and beautiful Pulsar Headliner.

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Spirit of Ecstasy is personalised with a significant date and location of the owner’s choosing, and the production limited to just 20 examples is all already allocated to clients around the world.

Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, says, “Phantom is our pinnacle product, so producing a Collection Car is always a supremely important moment for us and our clients. With Phantom Tempus, our sources of inspiration are on appropriately grand scale: time, deep space, and a theoretical physicist who changed the way we see the universe and our place within it. That all 20 cars have already been reserved indicates that these are themes that truly resonate with our patrons around the world.”

The illusion of its standing still is captured in the ‘Frozen Flow of Time’ Gallery.

This unique artwork is housed in the fascia from which the clock is deliberately omitted to signify patrons’ freedom from time and its limitations. A single billet of aluminium is milled to form 100 individually contoured columns, representing the 100-million-year period of a rotational spin of a pulsar star. Each column is blac ano ise an han olishe to re ect the li ht s the e e tra els alon it the hole structure thou h entirel soli a ears to ri le an ex A swirling, twisting pattern of stars is presented on the interior of the doors.

Created by hundreds of illuminated perforations, additional perforations in contrasting leather add a greater depth and detail to the effect, providing an atmospheric aura even when not illuminated. The exterior of the Phantom

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em us ollection is resente in a ne bes o e aint finish airos lue created to embody the darkness and mystery of space. The paint incorporates e el li e blue mica a es hich litter an lint as the catch the li ht representing the stars. This effect is highlighted by black exterior detailing. s a finishin ourish a uni ue accessor has been e elo e to accom an the ollection ase on the i el acclaime olls o ce ham a ne hest the Tempus Champagne Chest incorporates a distinctive element of the Collection.

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MEET YOU IN ST. MORITZ Combining elegance and class in the extravagant Alpine metropolis of St. Moritz since 1994, an elegant highlight for friends of classic cars from the United Kingdom. www.bccm-stmoritz.ch Every year in July, more than 100 British classic cars dated up to 1980 meet for excursions, a regularity test rally, and the Concours d’Elégance. Newer vehicles with special features that enrich the field of BCCM participants are admitted to the Youngtimer Class by invitation. In addition to the Sports Classic category with cars running against the clock and ranking, it is possible to participate in the rally in the Mountain Classic category without rally-score and without ranking – rally start and finish has to be crossed within a certain time frame. All vehicles in the Mountain Classic category are committed to participating in the Concours d’Elegance (with ranking). St. Moritz, one of the most famous holiday destinations in the world, sits in the midst of the Upper Engadine lake scenery at an altitude of 1856 m. With sunshine 322 days a year, it is the perfect setting for the British Classic Car Meeting St. Moritz – for participants, spectators, and sponsors.

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EXP 100 GT CONCEPT The Bentley EXP 100 GT explores how grand touring could look in 2035. Inspired by the elements of travel, it is designed to stimulate all the senses to enhance the wellbeing of everyone on board. www.bentley.com The Bentley EXP 100 GT’s 5.8-metre body has a dramatic new face and opens with 2-metre-wide doors. Inside, wellness-enriching features include Adaptable Biometric Seating, Air Curation, which brings in fragrances from the natural world while keeping city pollution out, and Capture and Re-Live modes can store and replay the sights and sounds you experience. Enhance mode optimises the driver’s capabilities and Cocoon mode creates a tranquil space. Intelligent technology is also designed to disappear from view when you want a more mindful experience. This is Grand Touring for the 21st century and beyond.

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your partner for: • mountain landing training (MOU) • flight school • VIP flights • scenic flights

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www.lamborghini.com Enhanced aerodynamic profiles, a fully redesigned front end, larger side skirts, the omega-shaped rear wing and lighter, and higher exhaust outlets are incorporated into the feather-light carbon fibre chassis. A special edition of just 63 examples, known as the SVJ 63 and featuring an exclusive colour and finishes, highlights the extensive use of carbon fibre. Photographer of these images, Leo Sposito of Sposito Studio remembers, “In response to the request from the Lamborghini store in São Paulo, I took these photos to promote this car on their social media. I photographed it in their own parking lot and then changed the background of the images. It was the sixth SVJ that I shot here in Brazil.”

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ST. MORITZ GETAWAY WITH THE AIRBUS ACH130 www.tomclaeren.com The ACH130’s alluring presence is unmistakable, right from your first encounter. Striking and assertive, its charisma draws you in. As enjoyable to ride in as it is to pilot, and with an interior that complements its impressive performance, this helicopter strikes the perfect balance between power and elegance.

With its shrouded tail rotor and auto-variable speed, you’ll make subdued approaches and landings. With up to 6 forward-facing seats and luxurious cabin accents, you’re giving them a rare joy—and it’s pretty nice up front, too. The cabin is designed to provide passengers with an unmatched visibility and comfort, offering a remarkable flight experience. Proven engineering, performance and security—your ACH130 comes from a pedigreed clan, with 10% more power and lower fuel consumption.

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of the ACH130. The crew take our luggage and we climb aboard Airbus Corporate Helicopters is Airbus Helicopters’ high end and into the cocoon of cream leather and spacious seating, which radiate bespoke brand dedicated to private and business aviation customers. design cues similar to those found in a sports car. Bubble windows ACH provides an exclusive platform from which customers can benefit provide maximum viewing pleasure of the valley as the rotor begins from best in class products, tailored completion and service. Mirroring to whir and the helicopter lifts off the tarmac.” the successful sister brand Airbus Corporate Jets - ACJ, ACH provides After settling in for the evening, Claeren is ready for a new day of current and future customers an end-to-end exclusive adventures. “Once again we board our Airbus ACH130 accompanied ownership experience ranging from advice helping customers to by our mountain guide in search of the highest peaks in the region choose the right aircraft to designing a bespoke style. The unique for some incredible heli-skiing away from the conventional tourist capabilities of rotary wing aircraft primarily provide point-to-point covered slopes. The helicopter handles the alpine winds incredibly transport for business and corporate customers and an enhanced well, giving us a smooth and relaxed flight up into the clouds. Yet again lifestyle for VIP customers enabling luxury travel between assets or the bubble windows of the cockpit provide all-round even to remote, inaccessible locations.

The ACH 130 accommodates visibility allowing us to fully appreciate the beauty of During his St. Moritz weekend getaways, writer, up to 6 passengers and has our location, something you could never experience actor and film director Tom Claeren, accompanied a maximum endurance of from ground level.” by model Aurianne Sinacola, says, “With [the ACH 4 hours and 13 minutes, a The smooth ride is thanks to the fact that beneath the 130’S] stealth black livery and light cream leather maximum cruise speed of 134 ACH130’s sleek exterior sits a powerful engine: The interior, even I cannot help but crack a smile! The knots, a maximum range of Arriel 2D can provide up to 952 shp at take-off, thanks strikingly seductive design is enough to evoke up to 347 nautical miles or 643 to a new axial compressor, high pressure compressor excitement from even the most frequent of flyers. kilometres and MTOW of up to diffusor, new material in the high pressure turbine and The shrouded tail rotor is particularly eye catching, 2500 kilograms or 5512 pounds. a new generation double channel FADEC. designed to maximise safety and the sleek appearance

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Built for performance, created for lively, exhilarating flights, the ACH125 is a member of the Ecureuil family - the world’s favourite turbine helicopter. The ACH125 broke the record for the highest altitude landing and take-off performed on Mount Everest at 8,848 metres (29,029 feet) - a title still held today.

A fresh and dynamic ambience creates an attractively designed cabin that feels right. Proven reliability, tailored support, and performance to spare are all in one light package. The ACH125 offers reduced pilot workload and enhanced avionics. The legend has reached more than 30 million flight hours. Airbus provides complete training solutions in 20 training centres throughout the world -from ab-initio up to recurrent training for both pilots and technicians. Airbus Helicopters is represented through 30 customer centres and some 100 MRO service centres. Thanks to this global network, Airbus Helicopters is ready to ensure that aircraft maintenance and upgrade work is completed efficiently, and rotorcraft downtime is limited. Airbus’ Connected Services leverage operational-inservice and maintenance data to optimise existing services and to improve profitability and mission performance.The smart interpretation of maintenance data can reduce costs and improve processes, such as on-time spare parts delivery, maintenance and logistics optimisation and rotorcraft availability.

upholstery is made of the finest leather, trimmed with precision and hand The ACH125 outclasses all other single-engine helicopters for sewn with care by experienced craftsmen. performance, versatility and safety, excelling in hot, high or extreme ACH provides HCare First, a dedicated programme for private and environments. It broke the record for the highest-altitude landing and business aviation customers, offering optimised and comprehensive service take-off performed on the Mount Everest — Himalaya at 8,848 metres with first-class level. Throughout the period of ownership, customers can (29,029 feet) — a title still held today. In the city, whether it is an benefit from a comprehensive service which, in addition to ensuring the emergency meeting or a tightly packed schedule, the ACH125 has the highest availability of the helicopter in the world, will help power and speed to get you there when you have no The ACH125 holds the record preserve the aircraft’s resale value as a result of a dedicated time to spare. Astonishing performance and space give for the highest altitude landing care and support by the manufacturer. From a worldwide passengers a thrilling ride. For the person sitting in the and take-off performed first-class service level to an exclusive 5 year or 1000FH cockpit, the ACH125 offers reduced pilot workload and on Mount Everest at 8,848 contract, it offers better coverage and more peace of mind, enhanced avionics. Its maximum endurance is 4 hours metres. It offers reduced pilot keeping the aircraft at its best. Airbus Helicopters provides and 57 minutes, with a maximum cruise speed of 143 workload and enhanced several levels of support and resources to ensure the knots. On board, Stylence® by ACH creates a fresh and avionics. The legend has appropriate response to each query or concern: assistance, dynamic ambience for an attractively designed cabin that reached more than 30 million guidance, technical publications, continuing airworthiness feels right. From embossed leather, smooth treatment ight hours. management services and 24/7 support. and finishing, everything receives special attention. The

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Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), has partnered with Urban Movement Labs (UML) to explore the application of Volocopter’s UAM solutions in the Los Angeles area.

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UAM is a subcategory of advanced air mobility (AAM) that focuses on how advanced aircraft operate in and around cities. Today, Volocopter is developing its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to provide commercial transportation services for passengers and goods – 100% electric and emission-free in flight. Furthermore, this mobility service will be positioned to support existing transport options, introduce new local employment opportunities, and provide point-topoint connections at costs similar to current taxi fares.

Christian Bauer, CCO Volocopter, says, “Our partnership with Urban Movement Labs is a great entryway into the US with our innovative UAM services. By leading the conversation about urban air mobility with broad stakeholders in Los Angeles, Volocopter can strategically identify and address how our services can benefit cities in the country. More importantly, we are also gaining real insights into living transportation ecosystems in the US to build the best complimentary service to other modes of transportation for our future passengers.” Sam Morrissey, Executive Director at Urban Movement Labs, states, “We are executing a community-first strategy to engage with community-based organizations and inform a policy framework that will guide the development of UAM infrastructure in the City of Los Angeles. Through our partnership with Volocopter we can explore specific pilot projects to advance a future UAM network that reflects what we hear from Angelenos and establishes standards for future UAM operation.”

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1. Japan Airlines and Volocopter entered into a cooperation agreement to promote the development of the Urban Air Mobility industry for next generation air transportation options.

2. A unique experience inside the VoloCity model begins with the intuitive console, which the public tried out at the EAA AirVenture 2021 event in Wisconsin.

3. Volocopter’s aircraft range includes VoloCity and VoloConnect air taxis, in addition to VoloDrone heavy-lift drone.

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CityAirbus NextGen is an all-electric, 4-seat multicopter concept with an 80-km range and a cruise speed of 120 km/h – perfect for urban air mobility. www.airbus.com CityAirbus NextGen is designed to offer best-in-class economic performance in operations and support. The unique configuration incorporates the following design elements: fixed wing, V-shaped tail, eight electricpowered propellers, no moving surfaces or tilting elements and a spacious cabin with four seats and easy boarding. Noise-friendly designs to drive CityAirbus NextGen’s sound levels to new lows: below 65 dB(A) fly-over and below 70 dB(A) landing. CityAirbus NextGen meets the highest certification requirements (EASA SC-VTOL Enhanced Category). Building on the expertise of partners in multiple urban environments, the prototype for CityAirbus NextGen is set to become a technological lever in the creation of a more efficient sustainable urban ecosystem, with its first flight planned for 2023.

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URBAN AIR MOBILITY IN APAC www.eveairmobility.com Eve Urban Air Mobility, LLC, an Embraer company, and Ascent Flights Global Ltd. announced a deepening of their partnership aimed at developing a robust Urban Air Mobility (UAM) ecosystem in the Asia Pacific region. Beginning in 2026, Eve will provide Ascent with up to 100,000 hours of flight time per year on its electrical vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, also known in the market as EVA (Electrical Vertical Aircraft), for use in key cities such as Bangkok (Thailand), Manila (Philippines), Melbourne (Australia), Singapore, and Tokyo (Japan).

Backed by Embraer’s more than 50-year history of aircraft manufacturing and certification expertise, Eve unveils a unique value proposition by offering a comprehensive suite of UAM products and services. Eve’s zero-emission and low noise EVA represents a simple and intuitive design that continues to reach development milestones. The first flight of the engineering simulator happened in July 2020, while a proof of concept (POC) followed in October 2020.

In parallel, Eve’s Urban Air Traffic Management (UATM) project reached a new milestone in its collaboration with the United Kingdom’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to develop a scalable environment needed to host UAM flights.

“Eve’s innovative technology, combined with its manufacturing expertise and global servicing footprint through Embraer, comfort us in bringing a solution fitting the region’s complex requirements. With Ascent operating system onboarding Eve’s fleet and connected to Eve’s UATM, air operator partners will be empowered to elevate UAM operations at scale,” highlighted Lionel Sinai-Sinelnikoff, Founder & CEO of Ascent.

region makes it an ideal partner for Eve’s operations. The region holds a Eve is a new, independent company dedicated to accelerating the global massive demand for transportation disruption that can be filled with our Urban Air Mobility (UAM) ecosystem. Benefitting from a startup low-emission aircraft. This is the right recipe for sustainable growth,” said mindset, backed by Embraer’s more than 50-year history of aerospace Andre Stein, President & CEO of Eve. expertise, its singular focus takes a comprehensive approach to the UAM Eve plans to deploy up to 100 aircraft to be marketed by Ascent on its industry by providing a holistic ecosystem. Its advanced electric vertical current and future routes. Ascent, which acts as an independent on-demand aircraft (EVA), coupled with its comprehensive global services and platform, will pay for flight time utilised on Eve’s aircraft while operating support network, and a unique air traffic management solution make it a in combination with partners in the Asia Pacific and other markets. This serious contender in this space. new agreement is part of Eve´s comprehensive UAM strategy to position Ascent is a Singapore based start-up powering Air Mobility in Asia. Ascent the company as a leader in the industry. The deployment of Eve aircraft is an Air Mobility operating system, that integrates ecosystems and runs across the Ascent network is subject to the parties entering operations such as air taxi, touristic, cargo, and medical Eve plans to deploy up to into definitive final agreements. services, within urban areas and across regions. Ascent 100 aircraft to be marketed “Eve’s innovative technology, combined with its ambitions to democratise Air Mobility, as a convenient,

by Ascent on its current and manufacturing expertise and global servicing footprint reliable mode of mobility that addresses congestion, future routes. The independent through Embraer, comfort us in bringing a solution connectivity, environmental sustainability, and health on-demand platform will fitting the region’s complex requirements. With Ascent issues generated by rapid urbanisation and the pandemic. pay for ight time on ve’s operating system onboarding Eve’s fleet and connected to Ascent is operational in Southeast Asia. Awaiting for aircraft while operating in Eve’s UATM, air operator partners will be empowered eVTOLs, Ascent makes use of helicopters and planes combination with partners in to elevate UAM operations at scale,” highlighted Lionel today. “Ascent is one of the greatest players of Urban Air sia acific.

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Airbus Corporate Helicopters ACH160 is designed with style and safety in mind. The latest Helionix® flight deck provides pilot control and confidence through a class-leading combination of range, speed, and reliability. It can accommodate up to 10 passengers, with a maximum endurance of 4.5 hours and maximum cruise speed of 155 knots. Airbus Helicopters Design Studio and Pegasus Design created ACH 160 Exclusive’s interior that is a destination in itself, with expansive windows, cocooning seats and advanced technology on board for work and leisure from the rooftops of Paris and beyond.

WHEN INNOVATION TAKES FLIGHT www.airbuscorporatehelicopters.com Fox at the last Monaco Yacht Show was proof of a new benchmark in Launched in May 2017 and mirroring sister brand Airbus Corporate corporate transportation. Visitors of the yacht show saw the latest release Jets (ACJ), ACH provides an end-to-end ownership experience from of the ACH Yacht Interface App, dedicated to supporting yacht designers first enquiry and ordering, through in-service support, to enhanced and shipbuilders in integrating ACH aircraft into new yacht projects. resale opportunities. Frederic Lemos, Head of ACH, said: “ACH has This tool provides key preliminary information for incorporating ACH made an excellent start since our global launch and is generating great helicopters on-board and serves to prevent costly retrofits. enthusiasm in the private and business aviation community, increasing its To date, the ACH160 has been ordered in eight countries across North market share steadily. It is particularly pleasing to see the new ACH160 America, Latin America, Europe, China and Southeast Asia. In 2019, the continuing to win orders.”

ACH160 entered the Philippines, where it will be used for private and The ACH160 is the newest addition of the ACH family and the most business flights within the archipelago. The ACH160 Exclusive version technologically advanced helicopter in its class. As well as its range of highlights two wide hinged doors and electrical footsteps combined with a stylish interiors including bespoke solutions, the ACH160 offers a smooth bespoke cabin, welcoming up to eight passengers in a handcrafted interior and quiet ride allied to the Helionix advanced digital avionics system for a business-jet like experience. Equipped with Blue Edge blades and a ensuring carefree handling and the highest level of safety. new canted Fenestron rotor, the ACH160 will be backed by HCare First, The order in July 2020 came just days after the H160 achieved certification according to the contract – the first such premium support agreement and was placed by an experienced Italian operator for use on private and in the region, catering to the specific needs of operators corporate flights mainly inside Italy. The client, an existing requiring worry-free aircraft availability. “Launching the ACH twin-engined helicopter operator, has specified a A range of premium-deACH160 in Southeast Asia with a new Philippine customer customised interior configured for six passengers. Lemos sign aircraft completions, underlines the global attractiveness of our corporate continued: “This new order from a highly knowledgeable including customised sohelicopters offering to meet the evolving travelling needs ACH customer is yet more evidence of the strong welcome lutions, is available for: of our customers,” said Lemos. Premium-design aircraft being received by the ACH160 in this demanding sector ACH125, ACH130, ACH135, completions and customised solutions are available for even at a notably challenging time for the helicopter new ACH145, ACH160 and ACH125, ACH130, ACH135, new ACH145, ACH160 market.” Like the ACH145 and ACH135, the ACH160 ACH175 variants of Airbus and ACH175 variants of Airbus Helicopters’ family of can be fitted for yacht operations. In fact, its landing and Helicopters’ family of light light and medium models. take-off demonstration from the 139m Lürssen Flying and medium models.

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BETTER WAYS OF MOVING www.lilium.com

Lilium is creating a sustainable and accessible mode of high-speed, regional transportation for people and goods. The 7-Seater eVTOL offers leading capacity, low noise and zero operating emissions. ilium is acceleratin the ecarbonisation of air tra el or in ith aeros ace technolo an infrastructure leaders, and with planned launch networks announced in Germany, the United States an ra il commercial o erations are ro ecte to be in in ilium s stron team includes approximately 400 aerospace engineers and a leadership team responsible for eli erin some of the most successful aircraft in a iation histor

Founded in 2015, Lilium’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities are in Munich, Germany, with teams based across Europe and the U.S. In September 2021, Lilium completed a business combination with Qell Acquisition Corp (“Qell”), a publicly listed special purpose acquisition company, led by former president of General Motors North America Barry Engle. Following com- pletion, Lilium‘s Class A ordinary shares and warrants began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbols “LILM” and “LILMW”, respectively. As a result of the business combination, Lilium will receive approximately $584 million of gross proceeds, prior to transaction expenses, including from funds managed by leading strategic and long-term financial investors including Atomico, Baillie Gifford, LGT and its affiliate impact investing platform Lightrock, funds and accounts managed by BlackRock, Tencent, Ferrovial, Palantir, Honeywell, FII Institute and private funds affiliated with PIMCO. The funds provide the necessary capital to progress with the certification, production and commercialization of the 7-Seater Lilium Jet.

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THE 7-SEATER LILIUM JET IS PROJECTED TO DELIVER THE BEST EVTOL UNIT ECONOMICS COMPARED TO EXPECTED COMPETITORS,

eVTOL passenger and cargo total addressable market by 2040 is estimate to be aroun billion each he ilium et or sells tic ets on ilium s o n assen er net or s o erate b certifie air carriers ro ectin million in revenue per jet per year, while the B2B Turnkey Enterprise solution sells eets of aircraft ith arran e ser ice an maintenance su ort to cor orate an o ernment customers

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Lilium is positioned to win along three dimensions: product performance, with market-leading payload for people and cargo, customer experience, ideal ran e for re ional shuttle i hts an hi h s ee ro rietar technolo that boasts very low noise and vibration, safer and more redundancy, designed for scalabilit an certifie tier aeros ace su liers an business traction

The 7-Seater Lilium Jet carries six passengers and one pilot. It uses proprietary ducted electric vectored thrust technology, powered by 36 lownoise electric ducted turbo fan engines that produce a cruise speed of 175 mph / 280 km, a range of ~155 miles / 250+ km including reserves. Its sound footprint of ~60 dBA at 100 metres in hover flight. It has received a certification basis CRI-A01 from EASA and in concurrent type certification with EASA & FAA. Lilium is aiming for commercial launch by 2024 and operation in multiple regions by 2025. Long-term success drivers range from aircraft scalability project to achieve less than $1 per passenger mile; and opportunity in China through existing relationship with Tencent; to data ecosystem with faster development, predictive maintenance, higher operating efficiency and customer insights; as well as automated airspace management and vehicle autonomy.

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INTRA-CITY AIR MOBILITY www.bellwether-industries.com

Bellwether Industries increases industry presence with three fundamental elements: ying ehicles air traffic anage ent syste s and r an infrastr ct re that for a co plete ecosyste in the r an scenario Initiated in 2013, Bellwether Industries initially began developing a hovercraft project known as Gazelle, on display at YODEX, Taipei, Taiwan, in 2015. In 2018, the company started work on Project Antelope - its vertical take-off and landing vehicle known as a ‘volar’. Volar has a hidden propulsion system, a er com act rofile a liftin bo an the abilit to ta e off an lan erticall t is bein tailore for transporting passengers into the cities, with deep considerations for safety and environmental impact.

Bellwether Industries, an urban air mobility company, announced it attended this year’s Dubai Air Show, where it displayed another working prototype of its private urban aircraft, the Antelope. The startup recently came out of stealth mode and attended DroneX and the AIRTAXI World Congress earlier this month. Bellwether is now beginning to showcase its vision at these events, where it wants to help break the boundaries of what people think about aircraft and lead the world towards comprehensive urban air mobility. This will incorporate its aircraft, an air transport system and infrastructure. The prototype being displayed at the Dubai Air Show, which took place from 14th-18th November, was the first time it has been shown to the public. It features a different colourway and will have better control capabilities and structural optimisation.

The event showcased military and civil delegates from more than 96 countries, as well as having more than 50 hours of thought leadership content across cargo, sustainability, air traffic management and aerial mobility. Included in the line-up of speakers was Kai-Tse Lin, Bellwether’s co-founder and Chief of Operations, who was part of a panel entitled ‘Investing in the future of sustainable autonomous flight’ as companies discussed how they could capitalise on drone

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Starting with the invention of ‘volar’, Bellwether’s core mission is to bring urban air mobility to people’s daily lives and minimise the damage to the environment including potential physical damage and noise, and to make the most efficient use of space and time.

ANTELOPE - ITS VERTICAL TAKE-OFF AND LANDING VEHICLE KNOWN AS A ‘VOLAR’.

Volar is defined as a new category of private urban aircraft for intracity travel. It has a hidden propulsion system, a very compact profile, and the ability to take off and land vertically. Based on the development of volar, Bellwether will keep expanding its vision and bring a positive impact on the world.

technology, calculate ROI and accelerate investment in air-mobility infrastructure to support drone development. Kai-Tse said: “This year has been an extremely busy one for Bellwether Industries, but we can’t wait to meet more people at the Dubai Air Show and tell them about our progress and future plans. We received fantastic feedback from both DroneX and the AIRTAXI World Congress, so we’re really excited to be attending another important industry event.” Bellwether Industries has already completed multiple test flights of its prototypes since last year, which monitored control capabilities. It will reveal a new generation of its volar model next year and plans to bring the first commercial model to market by 2028.

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1. The Boom team has made key contributions to over 40 air and spacecrafts.

It has directed engineering of the SpaceX Falcon 9’s second stage, helped launch Airbus Americas Engineering, owned structural dynamics of a Mach 3 suborbital vehicle, designed propulsion aerodynamics for a hypersonic military vehicle, developed the autopilot control law for the Boeing 787 and more.

2. Boom Supersonic Founder & CEO Blake Scholl says, “we have seen measurable progress in almost every area of human achievement, yet somehow i hts to a ta e the same amount of time the too in the s e can o better.” Designed with the latest noise-reducing technologies, Overture reduces carbon foot-print by approximately 80% with alternative fuels.

3. “Over long distances people don’t think in miles and kilometres. They think in hours rossin the S ta es about oin from e or to ubai ta es about S ee isn t about oin reall fast t s about closeness t s about making far away places feel like they’re right around the corner. If we can t ice as fast the orl becomes t ice as small turnin far off lan s into familiar neighbours.”

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UNITED AIRLINE GOES SUPERSONIC www.boomsupersonic.com

nited eco es the first S airline to sign aircraft p rchase agree ent with oo S personic for oo ert re airliners once nited s de anding safety operating and s staina ility re ire ents are et Slated to carry passengers in the net ero car on aircraft will y on s staina le a iation f el S Through innovation and collaboration, United and Boom are realizing a shared mission to connect the world safely and sustainably. At speeds twice as fast as today’s passenger jets, United’s new Overture fleet will open countless possibilities for new experiences and human connection. The Overture onboard experience is designed for comfort, productivity and privacy, featuring in-seat entertainment screens, ample personal space, and contactless technology.

Passengers will be able to see the darkness of space above and the curvature of the earth below, cruising at 60,000 feet.

(as airlines could offer first-class, lie-flat seats on flights over four to six Boom Supersonic is a team of engineers and technologists brought hours), two pilots and up to four cabin crew members. Chine, refined together for the purpose of making the world dramatically more ogival delta wings characterise its aerodynamic profile. Equipped with accessible through air travel. Founder & CEO Blake Scholl says, quiet, efficient turbofan engines, area-ruled carbon fibre composite “We have seen measurable progress in almost every area of human fuselage, its range can reach up to 9000nm. achievement, yet somehow flights today take the same amount of time Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, stated: “United continues on its they took in the 1950s.We can do better. Over long distances people trajectory to build a more innovative, sustainable airline and today’s don’t think in miles and kilometres.They think in hours. Crossing the advancements in technology are making it more viable for that to U.S. takes about 5. Going from NewYork to Dubai takes about 14. include supersonic planes. Boom’s vision for the future of commercial Speed isn’t about going really fast. It’s about closeness. It’s about making aviation, combined with the industry’s most robust route network in far away places feel like they’re right around the corner. If we can fly the world, will give business and leisure travellers access to a stellar twice as fast, the world becomes twice as small, turning far off lands flight experience. Our mission has always been about connecting into familiar neighbours.“ The flight time of hundreds of transoceanic people and now working with Boom, we’ll be able to routes has the potential to be halved with supersonic With the objective of making do that on an even greater scale.” aircrafts. In fact, Boom aims to make supersonic flight supersonic travel a mainstream Scholl adds: “The world’s first order of net-zero carbon which has existed for over 50 years but has only recently phenomenon, Overture, a Machsupersonic aircraft marks a significant step toward our been approved by regulators - the new standard, by 2.2 commercial airliner will be mission to create a more accessible world. At speeds offering seat-distance costs similar to subsonic business the fastest and most efficient twice as fast, United passengers will experience all the class.The Overture, a Mach-2.2 commercial airliner, supersonic jet in hi- story with the advantages of life lived in person, from deeper, more will become the fastest and most efficient supersonic possibility of offering businessproductive business relationships to longer, more jet in history. Just over 51m long, with a wingspan of class fares. relaxing vacations to far-off destinations.”

18.3m, the Overture accommodates 55 to 75 passengers

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SAVE THE DATE FOR EBACE2022 EBAA and NBAA are looking forward to welcoming back the business aviation community for the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2022). This is the perfect venue for investors considering aviation as a business opportunity; companies thinking of using an aircraft for business; and flight departments who have long used aircraft as a valuable business tool. A full slate of exhibiting companies have already confirmed their plans for participation in this year’s event, so be sure to save the date and make plans to join your industry colleagues in Geneva from 23 to 25 May.

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ACH135, A BESPOKE SOLUTION www.airbuscorporatehelicopters.com The ACH135 strikes an optimal balance of performance, manoeuvrability and comfort that maximise every minute of travel time. Increased power and a redesigned avionic suite are two ways the ACH135 outperforms its original design goals and contributes to class-leading efficiency. The ACH135 delivers exceptional power reserves, enhanced safety margins, best in class payload and is the industry benchmark in precision and control. The latest Helionix flight deck features advanced intuitive software, a synthetic vision system and 4-axis automatic pilot with complete envelope protection.

it in line with the already Helionix-equipped ACH145, ACH160 and Building on the robust and reliable capabilities and SUV-like balance beACH175, makes this carefree-handling aircraft, an ideal asset for yachttween comfort and versatility, the updated ACH135 Helionix provides based operations.” Earlier this year, Lemos noted that the company has improved situational awareness, simpler flight management controls and developed a 70 percent share in the yachting market with its ACH135 improved safety. Features praised by pilots include an auto hover ‘pause’ and ACH145 models primarily satisfying that niche. Demand should rebutton (ideal to buy the pilot time when faced with low visibility or main robust, he added, as 78 yacht projects with helidecks are in the busy environments), a ‘go-around’ button (the aircraft will automatipipeline. “Yachting as a whole has also been pretty much resilient,” he cally fly around and reposition itself on the best landing approach at said. ACH is considered “a trusted adviser” in the yachting market, a the push of a button) and automated engine management (ensuring a reputation developed through interactions in the early stage of yacht smooth and safe flight even if one of the two engines fails). Fitted with construction with designers, manufacturers, and customers, he said. the company’s in-house ACH Line interior configuration, the Helionix The full ACH helicopter range consists of the ACH125, ACH130, thus provides concern-free flying ideal for marine, urban and wilderACH135, ACH145, ACH160 and ACH175 variants of Airbus Heliness environments. On board, upholstery made of the finest leather is copters’ comprehensive and market leading family of trimmed with precision and hand-sewn with proper care The ACH135 for up to 6 light and medium models. ACH provides private and and attention by highly experienced craftsmen. Veneer passengers boasts a maximum executive helicopter solutions, including tailored cominserts and polished metal give the furniture a sense of cruise speed of 137 kts and pletions and bespoke support services anywhere in the luxury and exclusivity. a maximum endurance of 3 world. With care and attention to detail, ACH highlights Frederic Lemos, Head of Airbus Corporate Helicopters, hours and 39 minutes. The its high quality and exclusive service-based end-to-end said, “With approximately 300 helicopter-capable yachts elioni ight dec features ownership experience; from selecting the best aircraft worldwide, there are increasing requirements for more advanced intuitive software, to meet their requirements, to helping define their prereliable, compact and versatile helicopters capable of a synthetic vision system and ferred styling, supported through-life by around-thetransporting passengers and cargo in all environments.

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to unite art with business to pursue and shape a circular economy and culture. Art Enterprise is the demonstration of this willingness: the project set up in Florence by the strong desire of the economist, philosopher and artist Elio D’anna, founder and president of the school, which addresses various cultural themes all centred on the power of art, both as a communicative and economic vehicle.

The Art Enterprise project of the European School of Economics

A BUSINESS SCHOOL THAT LOOKS TO THE ECONOMY OF THE FUTURE

Elio D’Anna, best-selling author, philosopher, economist, and entrepreneur, poet and musician, is Founder and President of the European School of Economics which today has six centers in the world including London, New York, Madrid, Rome, Florence and Milan. In ESE, Elio has welcomed Nobel Prize winners, dignitaries, organizations and businessmen of the highest level.

Since its inception, the European School of Economics has always had the aim to offer a different kind of education that overturns the traditional, notion-based education system, a characteristic side of the Italian Universities, moving towards a more deductive path, in full British style. The overall outcome: teaching how to dream and giving back to society the leaders and visionaries of the future.

“The European School of Economics is a business school that wants to train pragmatic dreamers, visionary men capable of making the impossible a reality, capable of creating wealth and sustaining it. Happiness is Economics: only happy men can create a stable and prosperous society”. In this vision, ESE prepares students for an education that does not traditionally teach but reminds them of their uniqueness, the creativity that will enable them to govern first themselves and then the world around them.

Always focused on the world of economics, finance and management, ESE’s founding pillar is the encounter of different cultures and the desire

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Made up of a team that can support companies in their communication, image, legal and fiscal choices, proposing a careful selection of national and international artists who can reflect every need of the brand, Art Enterprise wants to build a corporate art collection: a portrait, the identity of a company.

“The artist is not only the creator of his art but also the creator of the world around him, just as an entrepreneur is not only the creator of a company but also a producer of well-being for his employees and consumers,” Elio D’Anna emphasises. “The prosperity of a company, the economic destiny of an entrepreneur, of an organisation, cannot be told only through profit, there is something invisible that generates economy through beauty and awareness. The level of prosperity to which a company can aspire is closely linked to its ability to produce values that survive over time and make its research long-lived, if not immortal” The Art Enterprise project, therefore, is based on the assumption that art will be the driving force behind the economy of the future, capable of transforming an old violent and predatory capitalism into a visionary, dreamy and more productive one, transforming inner creativity and vision into outer well-being and prosperity, as the school’s founder and president point out. “Beyond the financial skyscrapers, beyond the industrial pyramids, beyond the discoveries and achievements of science and everything that we as humans consider beautiful, useful and true, there is always one man’s dream.”

Circular Culture Art Enterprise is not the only project activated by the European School of Economics. In collaboration with BAM, Biblioteca degli Alberi, the Milan campus has set up the ‘Circular Culture’ project.

Conceived to create valuable experiences for young people and the city of Milan, the project aims to give hope and concrete resources to change the personal and territorial future of Milan’s young people. In short, it intends to create the conditions for young Italians, and Milanese in particular, to go abroad to broaden their knowledge, but then return to put their skills to use.

The name Cultura Circolare (Circular Culture) is based on an ideal model of circular economy applied to the world of education, to counter the brain drain abroad without stopping the exchange of ideas with foreign realities. This economy model, which envisages that resources, once they have entered the system, are never lost, but, on the contrary, continually return to it enriched, renewed, and regenerated, in a theoretically endless cycle.

Circular Economy also means Circular Culture,

The European School of Economics is a private College of Higher Education without borders, multicultural and pragmatic, fully accredited in the UK and in the order of listed bodies. Students in degree programmes are awarded a British degree from the University of Chichester upon completion of their studies at ESE. ESE offers Bachelor’s Degree, Masters MSc or MBA and Short programmes at its centres in London, Rome, Milan, Florence, Madrid and New York. which drives young people to open up and train (also) abroad, and then return, enriched and matured, to put their skills to use. And it is no coincidence if both concepts are based on some shared principles, which make them perfectly complementary: Sustainability, seen not just as the result of waste reduction but also as the minimization of the ongoing brain drain abroad.

Skills, in terms of new production and consumption models that require profoundly renewed knowledge, skills and professional profiles Internationalisation, as circularity necessarily creates synergies and interdependencies on a global scale.

We need young, flexible managers who are open to change and multiculturalism.

Inclusion on a broader level, who said that what is broken, old and “different” no longer have value?

Reintegration and reinterpretation are key.

These are principles that, taken together, reflects the founding pillars of the European School of Economics. Where diversity, renewal, inclusion, internationalisation, sustainability, and skills are the protagonists of the social and working reality imagined and fostered by the school.

As a result, ESE programs are designed to amplify students’ potential through specific modules and learning activities, exploring themes of happiness, creative idleness and the inner economy. The learning model does not stop at a simple academic preparation in the principles of economics, management, marketing or finance: the goal of ESE is the development of the “Inner Being”, to take care of oneself, others, the whole world and the future. In this vision there is no such thing as any conquests of man, be it economic, social or scientific, that has not been preceded by an inner one. And likewise, the scientific knowledge of a nation, as well as its well-being and the maturity of its institutions reflect its level of consciousness, its ideas and the richness of its values, the strength and nature of its convictions.

Based on these assumptions, the European School of Economics provides English-taught educational programs entirely validated by the University of Chichester, with the advantage of appreciating the internationality of the school through the intra-campus experience (5 centres from which you can choose, Milan, Florence, Rome London, and Madrid). Moreover, students can meet an international faculty made of professionals and entrepreneurs in their field of teaching, guaranteeing a perfect blend between the theoretical and practical approaches. Finally, the Internship Department plays a crucial role in assisting students to identify their objectives and learn how to exert their full potential.

Space erspecti e is the world s first l ry space ight e perience co pany that ai s to ta e passengers to space y

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Setting a new bar in out-of-this-world thrilling experiences, Space Perspective will escort travellers gently to space inside Spaceship Neptune’s pressurized capsule propelled by a high-performance SpaceBalloon that does not use rocket fuel, allowing explorers see the world anew through its vast windows. The ultra-comfortable, accessible and 6-hour journey aims to redefine what space and wonder travel means for modernity.

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The draw of more accessible space travel is big business. According to commissioned reports by leading international management consultancy firms, the total addressable market is worth $250 to $700 billion. Introducing a new era in luxury travel experiences, Spaceship Perspective will take explorers on a radically gentle yet thrilling 6-hour journey without high g-forces or rocket propulsion. A pressurized capsule propelled by a high-performance spaceballoon, Spaceship Neptune’s flight features a shirtsleeve environment that includes sumptuous reclining seats, an open call on champagne and onboard lavatory facilities. This highly differentiated offering provides 360-degree views of Earth from above 99% of our atmosphere, and the unforgettable spectacle that astronauts call life-altering. Industry luminaries Jane Poynter and Taber MacCallum, Founders and Co-CEOs, are supported by a world-class, handpicked crew. Space Perspective ensures safety by applying flight technology used for decades by NASA and other government entities around the globe.

This radical approach to luxury space travel is also mindful of the environment, including zero-emission spaceflight. Space Perspective addresses the increased demand for more sustainable travel and experiences for both the affluent and those seeking to invest in a once-in-a-lifetime trip. Space Perspective will also be the first-of-its-kind space laboratory, able to repeatedly test and capture data from a part of Earth’s atmosphere which to date has been little researched, paving the way for more scientific and creative breakthroughs.

1. Space Perspective reimagines the thrill of space exploration with the world’s most radically gentle voyage to space, offering 360-degree views of planet Earth from 20 mi/30 km above in a luxurious 6-hour trip, inside Spaceship Neptune, propelled by a state-of-the-art spaceballoon the size of a football stadium. Up to eight guests can have the sensational experience from the comfort of plush, reclining seats in a beautifully appointed capsule, complete with a bar and a bathroom, for $125,000 each. The ability to erform test i hts ithout cre on boar allo s more extensi e testin of bac u an safet s stems ommercial i hts of S aceshi e tune ill have a pilot onboard.

2. Each Space Perspective capsule will entertain up to eight guests and be accompanied by a captain, with a pilot on the ground. Cultivating group or solo experiences to space potentially mark extraordinary events with a setting to match: couples might well get hitched with a small circle of family introducing a whole new dimension on nuptials. Others may relish the opportunity to celebrate a milestone birthday or even choose to take the company get together to new heights. Space Perspective is currently developing an end-to-end bespoke journey to ensure every moment of every trip is special, personalized and comfortable his transformati e o ortunit ta es reser ations no for i hts to space as soon as late 2024.

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EXPERIENCE THE WORLD IN A BELL 505 Whatever your adventure, the Bell 505 can take you there. From beach shores to mountain peaks, experience the world from the air and explore its most remote and beautiful places.

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For this new addition to its Tecnomar fleet, The Italian Sea Group combined its know-how in design, materials and construction to bring the ultimate performance and pleasure on the water. The Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 reaches 60 knots, powered by two MAN V12-2000 hp engines. This is the fastest motor yacht in the Tecnomar fleet. At 63 feet in length, it weighs only 24 tons.

“We present Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63, a motor yacht which will became as futuristic an icon as the car she is inspired by,” said Giovanni Costantino, Founder and CEO of The Italian Sea Group. “Selected owners around the world will own not only the fastest Tecnomar motor yacht in the fleet, but a Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 masterpiece. I’m proud that we have chosen to create this

innovative and challenging project with Automobili Lamborghini, which links technology, supreme design, quality and performance. If I had to imagine a Lamborghini on water, this would be my vision. I’m delighted to celebrate this successful collaboration.” The inspirations on board this motor yacht include the steering wheel, modelled after the Sián FKP 37, and the operation of the start/stop switch which is exactly the same as how to start a Lamborghini. One can also see the design of the flip cover of the engine switch of the vehicle on the fixtures of the captain’s seat. The shape of the bow pays tribute to Lamborghini’s Y-shaped front, and the equally iconic hexagonal lines highlight the sleek interiors on board the motor yacht. The hull and superstructure have been expertly developed by The Italian Sea Group’s naval engineering specialised in hydrodynamic sciences, with a nod to the Miura’s and Countach’s designs. One can sail in complete comfort as the hard top provides protection from the elements, without sacrificing the need for speed. And just like a Lamborghini, the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 owner can personalise everything from colours to materials.

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THE “TECNOMAR FOR LAMBORGHINI “ MOTORYACHT REACHES 60 KNOTS OF SPEED, T H E FA S T E S T O F T H E TECNOMAR FLEET BY THE I TA L I A N S E A G R O U P,

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FROM HAMPSHIRE TO THE HIGH SEAS www.tonycastroyachts.com

Tony Castro’s career started with racing yachts and his designs have won no less than fi e world cha pionships he Sloop was de eloped in order to reach the li it with the largest possi le sailing yacht Tony Castro Yacht Design has completed over 500 motor and sailing yacht designs. Today there are over 10,000 of its boats on the water. With unrivalled and proven in-house skillsets for exterior and interior design, underpinned by solid and experienced naval architecture resources, it caters to every production and custom yacht design. The studio is set in the beautiful sailing village of Hamble in Hampshire. Operating from a traditional thatched manor house, it provides an ideal environment to create high quality design-work and the friendly atmosphere helps to build good relationships with clients.

From the early 1970s when Tony received his BSc in naval architecture from Strathclyde University and an MSc from Glasgow University in Aero/ Hydrodynamics, he has amassed a wealth of experience through the design and engineering of some 500 yachts, working with some of the top yards worldwide in all materials, from classic timber to advanced composites.

Embracing the benefits that new technology brings, he and his team have extensive experience in utilising the latest software to create automotive quality 3D surfaces, Collaborative Project Management, Virtual reality visualisation, CAM / CAE machined tools and video conferencing. The addition of Oculus Rift technology to their extensive 3D modelling capabilities enables realistic walks through yachts very early in the design process, allowing clear reviews of volumes, heights, sight lines, stairs and more - opening new capabilities to evaluate design for production, potentially reducing assembly and manufacturing hours.

That said, clients can have all the latest design tools at their disposal, but at the end of day all this technology is only as good as those who use them.

“This 62m design was developed in order to reach the 500GRT limit with the largest possible sailing yacht. Above this limit the rules become more onerous and the yacht is more expensive to build and operate. We wanted to design a sleek and sexy performance sailing yacht on the one hand and on another a layout and deck space to be enjoyed at anchor in your favourite idyllic location,” the design team expresses.

The main deck saloon and outside space are all in one level, with excellent visibility incorporating a shaded area for seating and eating that can be closed or not, as the weather dictates, even air conditioned.

The interior layout is for the usual 12-passenger capacity, with a large owner’s quarters and five guest cabins plus 10 crew. Every conceivable feature for enjoyment on board is included, two large tenders, splash pool and more. A retractable keel gives the yacht the power and stability it needs to become a serious performance yacht under sail, and yet access to ports and to be able to anchor close to the shore.

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WE WANTED TO DESIGN A SLEEK AND SEXY PERFORMANCE SAILING

YACHT ON THE ONE HAND AND ON ANOTHER A LAYOUT

The Tony Castro team is a highly talented group of individuals with expertise in naval architecture, graphic, production and interior design, automotive/yacht styling, CAD/CAM, engineering and project management. They have always been at the forefront of the application of technology in yacht design and today employs the latest technologies to design and develop state of the art custom yachts.

AND DECK SPACE TO BE ENJOYED AT ANCHOR IN YOUR FAVOURITE IDYLLIC LOCATION

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A CLIMATE-NEUTRAL CONCEPT www.lurssen.com ALICE, the yacht concept of tomorrow’s wonderland, is driven by Lürssen‘s state-of-the-art design as well as honest and heartfelt ecological responsibility. Parks and ponds transform the yacht’s deck into a natural paradise, which, when combined with the living walls in the interior, create a unique ecosystem on board. Nature’s crisp perfume surrounds ALICE in its own atmosphere, and teak is replaced by fast-growing and lightweight organically grown wood that meets the high standards for yachts with the same exquisite look and feel. Climate-neutral, ALICE is powered by an emission-free fuel cell which generates electrical energy based on hydrogen

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reformed from green methanol. For higher speed and energy demands, an additional methanol engine can be added. Energy-saving technology, such as waste heat recovery, channels emissions back to the HVAC system for heating and cooling. Mirrored glass windows around the owner’s deck provides better thermal insulation and reduces energy load of the air conditioning systems.

With its knowhow and capacity for innovation, Lürssen aims to preserve the planet for future generations. Sustainable yachting clearly makes the difference, and it begins with ALICE.

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NAVETTA 37 TELLI A JEWEL BY CUSTOM LINE www.customline-yacht.com

With Custom Line, every voyage becomes an experience. Beyond the horizon, beyond your destination, beyond the concept of a yacht: cruising, made art.

Born out of collaboration between the Product Strategy Committee led

by Mr. Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, NAVETTA 37 TELLI stands out for her clean lines, balanced volumes and close attention to every detail, making her a highly innovative yacht with timeless style, designed to intensify the wonderful experience of the sea.

NAVETTA 37 TELLI, magnificent super yacht, measuring 37.04 metres (121.6 ft) in length and 8 metres (26.3 ft) in the beam, ensures maximum efficiency in all sea conditions and is fitted with a pair of 1,400 mhp MAN V12 1400 CR engines.

Works of art from the owner’s collection, by contemporary masters including Alighiero Boetti, Alex Katz and Robert Longo, lead the way in the boat’s interiors on a journey through ingenuity and beauty.

A spacious cockpit entirely devoted to relaxation welcomes guests on board Navetta 37. The space is furnished with a roomy sun sofa that overlooks the beach area and has a movable backrest, transforming it into either a forward-facing sofa or an aft-facing sun pad.

The four guest cabins on the lower deck, all flooded with natural light through windows in the hull, are some of the most generously sized in the category. The upper deck offers guests and the captain surprising spaces and best-of-breed comfort. It can be reached both from the cockpit and The Ferretti Group is a world leader in the design, construction and sale of luxury yachts and pleasure vessels, with a unique portfolio of resti ious an exclusi e bran s erretti achts i a ershin tama ustom ine an all e b hief xecuti e fficer lberto alassi the erretti rou motor achts are utmost ex ression of a e in Italy elegance and creative genius, exclusive design and timeless appeal.

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Interiors showcase an unprecedented celebration of light, make use of highly valued natural materials like leather, alcantara, wood and marble, and reveal meticulous attention to detail transform Navetta 37 Telli into what can only be described as a oatin or of art ith stan out furnishin s esi ne b the reat a e in tal esi n bran s inclu in inotti o a an lexform

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The hull design exudes sheer strength, especially in the forward section, where it rises to the upper level of the superstructure, lending the bow a real sense of power and character and endowing the superyacht with an imposing presence on the water.

NAVETTA 37 TELLI: THE ART OF MOVING, OF DISCOVERING,

OF LIVING IN FREEDOM AND BEAUTY.

The indoor salon is a cosy lounge on the water, with a cream-coloured, C-shaped Flexform Groundpiece sofa and a centrally positioned Louis Vuitton trunk acting as a coffee table. A painting by Alighiero Boetti hanging on the wall is yet another reminder of the owner’s ties with the art world.

from the lobby amidships.Guests have exclusive access from the panoramic lobby to the external bow area, where an exclusive VIP space is furnished with a large sofa, two low tables and a generous sun pad, under which the garage for tenders or jet skis is located.The sun deck is a private area for relaxing in, with an aerodynamic hard top supported by two curving side sections that seem to embrace the deck, ensuring maximum coverage.

The stern area is furnished with three “Double” sun loungers by Roda, complete with comfy cushions and a coffee table by Minotti.

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A BRIGHT STAR IN THE SEA www.tankoa.it

Progetto Bolide, born from the collaboration between Tankoa Yachts and Exclusiva Design, is like a meteor that lights up the ocean.

72 metres long, its top speed at half load is 18 knots and it has a range of over na tical iles at nots offering s are etres of oor space The words “Boutique Shipyard” best describe TANKOA’s philosophy, a top quality shipyard focused on yachts ranging from 50 to 90 metres. Limited production, attention to details, use of the latest technologies, precision, rich specifications, ethics and emphasis of the Italian shipbuilding excellence are just a few of TANKOA’s values and its vessels which boast a multicultural approach to yacht construction.

Tankoa Yachts and Exclusiva Design partnered up for Progetto Bolide, a 72-metre superyacht, radical both in design and in its interpretation of luxury.

Tankoa, launched in 2008, comprises a team of yachting industry insiders who have pioneered a new philosophy of yacht construction.

Its management team is proud to have successfully merged business ethics, high quality precision engineering, and Italian DNA in design and flexibility.

Exclusiva Design, on the other hand, is one of the most important Italian design studios with vast experience both in design and in the realisation of private and public architectural projects, from the main offices for Gazprom in Saint Petersburg, airport passenger terminals, offices and public buildings, and residential projects on private islands in Doha, villas and apartments all across the Middle and Far East, Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Siberia, Paris, the Côte d’Azur, London and in the Alps.

Architect and Director of Design Fabio Mazzeo and manager Tito Taddei, founding members of the studio, have carefully studied the yachting sector to identify Tankoa as the shipyard that is closest to their quality and building construction philosophy. “The approach, flexibility and executive competence that we’ve found at Tankoa is truly rare”, stated Mazzeo. “Tankoa is not looking to produce huge numbers, but to concentrate instead on superior quality, the direct consequence of the passion that permeates the entire company.

Therefore Tankoa was seen and is seen as the perfect partner for our Projetto Bolide. I would also like to underline that our technical consultants analyzed the performance of the Tankoa 72 and it was determined to be the ideal platform; this also influenced our decision.”

The PROJETTO BOLIDE is based on three key ideas. Firstly, the 500sqm glass surfaces used on the yacht have to blend with the steel hull, ensuring an immediate and uninterrupted view of the sea and the surrounding environment for the owner and his guests.

Secondly, the interiors have to be functional, comfortable, innovative while providing the highest level of privacy. The perfect example is the owner’s suite: there is a private bathroom, gym, spa, dressing room, terrace and Jacuzzi. It is a true fully equipped apartment, with

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In recent years, besides the world premier of the 50-metre S501 Vertige, Tankoa Yachts has also presented many other novelties: from the birth of the PROGETTO BOLIDE, created with Exclusiva Design, to the new S502 Elettra, the first an oa ith h bri ro ulsion an the latest up-dates on work on-going aboard the Tankoa S701.

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Exclusiva Design have chosen Tankoa Yachts as their partner for the PROGETTO BOLIDE, a 72-metre superyacht, whose interiors and exteriors here represent something absolutely innovative on the international scene and are the direct result of Exclusiva’s experience and know-how in the realisation of architectural projects around the world.

completely private access, all within a layout that includes five VIP suites.

On the deck, all three pools are equipped with a cover that rise to become flush with the deck which can then be used for events and parties.

Thirdly, the fact that Exclusiva Design is at the helm of both the exterior and interior designs ensures a perfect transition between the inside and outside.

On board Progetto Bolide, 1,500 square metres are spread between 600 for the exterior deck and 900 for the interiors. Another surprise? Even the garages are uniquely reinterpreted: the glass walls reveal the two 7-metre tenders, rescue boat and various toys.

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www.nemesisyachts.com/nemesis-one Flying on water at speeds in excess of 50 knots, leaving most performance motor yachts in her wake, won’t come at the expense of security and comfort.

Nemesis One will be equipped with the latest generation of smart LiDar (laser radar) sensors, precisely capturing the yachts surroundings.

The current sea state, especially wave height, shape and frequency, will be live monitored by LiDar as well.

All gathered data will be processed by the yacht’s mainframe and translated into precise control commands for the automated hydrofoils and rudders, making the yacht exceptionally stable & safe at any given speed.

The Nemesis One offers the unique option to exchange the port and starboard facing living modules, for ones with different interior configurations.

Making it a breeze to transform the interior layout from owner to charter setup for example. To boost her performance even further, both modules can also be completely removed, transforming the already very fast yacht into ‘Ultra-Light Race Mode’ configuration.

Even without wind, the Nemesis One will remain a zero emission vessel.

Powered by a retractable hydrogen-electric propulsion, the yacht has no need for any fossil fuel. In addition to the hydrogen fuel, up to 750 sqm / 8073 sqft of solar panels, will generate up to 150kW of power, to recharge the yacht’s batteries.

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The ‘NEMESIS ONE’ will be the World’s Fastest Luxury Foiling Sailing Yacht, able to brea the nots s ee barrier hile in on com uter controlle h rofoils ontrar to bein a stri e out racin essel the all carbon fiber Nemesis One boasts stunning futuristic, yet comfortable interiors.

Engineered for top performance by world-renowned ‘VPLP Design’ and powered

by AYRO’s patented ‘OCEANWINGS’ wing sail, the high-tech superyacht resembles more of a stealth fi hter et than a con entional sailin acht

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A DAY WELL SPENT AT SEA www.tecnomar.com Tecnomar has delivered its new EVO 120 which exalts the yacht maker’s expertise in steel and aluminum yachts of up to 50 metres. The Evo line, particularly successful in the sian mar et once a ain affirms ecnomar s a ant ar e esi n an o erful mechanics er ecnomar mo el al a s balances the ele ance of the best talian yachting tradition and the use of innovative technologies and materials, and the EVO 120 is no exception.

The lower deck hosts one full-beam owner cabin, one VIP cabin and two The 36+m motor yacht EVO 120 packs a punch. Two main engines guest cabins. The bow includes a crew area, whereas the stern has more than produce 1432 kW at 2450 RPM, capable of a maximum speed of 20 enough room for toys and tenders of up to 4.5 metres. knots, a cruising speed of 18 knots and a range of up to The Tecnomar EVO120 motor Inside, clean geometric lines meet voluminous curves, 1800 miles at 10 knots. Accommodating a total of 12 yacht combines avant-garde creating a relaxed, coherent yet unique decor. Furnishings people and five crew members, the EVO 12 blends high design featuring a sleek hull and are simple and modern but also romantic at the same time, performance and conviviality on board. superstructure of aluminium without being excessive. Every precious and rare material It all starts from the main deck, with a dining room, living alloy, and performance with a has been carefully selected for an artisanal touch, which area and fully equipped kitchen. The lounge area on the maximum speed of 20 knots, a stand out in the soft palette throughout. The EVO 120, sundeck comes with a partially glazed infinity pool, a bar range of up to 1800 miles at with its sleek silhouette on the outside and contemporary with an outdoor kitchen and wheelhouse that echo the 10 knots . living on the inside, beckons a day well spent at sea. interior design and has a place of honour on board.

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“Build me a beast. Don’t build me a wolf in sheep’s clothing.” Yacht building folklore may now have one of the most quotable owner’s requests of all time.

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“Exciting”, “Radical”, “Edgy”, “Stunning”: these are the kind of words that greeted the 58m / 190ft high-performance sloop Ngoni during her explorations. Designed by Dubois Naval Architects and featuring an innovative interior by Rick Baker Ltd, Ngoni is luxurious as well as “fast and furious” – the product of bold and minimalist design realised with impeccable build quality by Royal Huisman. The owner’s overarching brief brought together well-honed ideas of the operational capabilities and features he sought from a sailing yacht with a desire to achieve strikingly different exterior and interior design solutions.Ngoni’s sleek and beautifully executed exterior conceals a host of innovative engineering to meet the challenges of marrying a huge, powerful and advanced rig with a slender and easily-driven hull.

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1. Ngoni’s sleek and beautifully executed exterior conceals a host of innovative engineering to meet the challenges of marrying a huge, powerful and advanced rig with a slender and easily-driven hull. The yacht, however edgy in presentation, still offers luxurious amenity, optimising hull volume to accommodate owner, family and guests in style and comfort. And it had to facilitate not hin er the safe an efficient o eration of the acht b the cre 2. The hull has an unusual reverse sheer from the bow to the centre of the deckhouse. It is balanced with a gentle concave sheer going aft and reversing once more over the beach deck. Dubois Naval Architects radiused the plumb bow, top and bottom and drafted a full-glass deckhouse incorporating extreme curves. They also designed an extended Rondal boom to complement the lines.

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An Italian designer with artistic visualisation and prototyping expertise, Pierpaolo Lazzarini spent years working in the automotive field and believes in a different design approach. The Prodigium, which boasts three pools on the upper, main and lower decks, has an aggressive silhouette like a shark’s body. The steel hull keeps the centre of gravity as low as possible improving sailing performances. Two Roman columns are positioned on both sides of the main entrance in order to sustain the upper structure where the top pool is located. The main deck transitions into the inside that highlights sleek geometry, from the glass and steel windows that

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remind one of the stealth of a shark, and the two flights of stairs leading to the upper deck, to the dining area towards the bow. The carbon fibre and aluminium structure weighs less on the entire yacht while offering unobstructed views of the ocean. The rear deck incorporates a private port and arena that can accommodate yachts up to 30 metres, capable of lifting 40,000 kg of weight. There is a very spacious 300 sqm rooftop/take-off area that boasts autonomous power which can light up and manoeuvre the mega yacht while docking. What’s more is that there are two garages and two extendable terraces that are over seven metres long when open.

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DEVOTION TO ROOTS: THE NEW LUXURY PERSPECTIVE

By Donatella Lorato

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Entrepreneur, Consultant, Professor, Talent and Executive Presence Coach, Donatella has a broad experience in marketing and training, focused on Fashion, Luxury and Hospitality. She is Campus Leader at the European School of Economics in Milan and she is the Co-Founder of LeGrandMag Observatory, a visionary project aiming at discovering the true meaning of Luxury for all generations, iGener’s leading the way

Today’s high-end consumers seem to be going through a phase: the drivers of consumption are being turned upside down, and the very notion of luxury is progressively changing. Rather than revolving only around exclusivity, their focus is now unique. This is possible thanks to customisation tailored to specific customer preferences, which in turn is fuelling the growing phenomenon of product customisation in the world of luxury. A product can be truly unique when it has an unusual story to tell, a “life experience” that distinguishes it from any possible replica. This then is the fertile ground where vintage products can flourish, further enabled by the development of digital platforms.

In more and more categories, consumers are choosing to rent rather than own goods outright. In fashion, the shift to new ownership models is driven by growing consumer desire for variety, sustainability, and affordability suggest that the resale market, could be bigger than fast fashion within ten years. This is a fundamental evolution in consumer behavior, and we expect it will have an impact on the fashion business in the years ahead.

In recognition of this consumer shift, start-ups will not be the only players making their mark in these segments - established luxury brands will also accelerate the pace with which they embrace new ownership models to further their relevance to consumers.

Meanwhile, luxury brands are raising prices significantly. So, even affluent consumers are looking to alternative models of acquisition for relief. These demands are catalyzing the successes of rental and preowned models.

Although established brands have traditionally turned a blind or scorning eye toward secondhand retail, they are now wading into the preowned and rental markets.

The new wave of luxury has seen the emerging of sentimental values as a result of the relevance between roots and history. It is the homage to a long, endless line of good taste and sophistication; indeed, the added sentimental value of these items places them as precious and unique pieces, treated with reverence and respect, giving them a stronger sense, as if they were a talisman.

It represents a mix of history, roots and devotion. Old becomes new, enriched and reinvented through. Trends come back to life, in a continuous cycle of tradition and innovation, in the value of personalised excellence.

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In a context where consumers are getting more and more used to the philosophy of pay-peruse, the world of luxury is discovering new approaches to consumption and seeing new business models emerge. To earn or convey a certain status, people no longer need to possess an object; they simply need to be able to get it when they want it. In the wake of this new demand, luxury rental platforms are proliferating, and digital products will probably reinforce this trend in the sphere of social networks.

So the “everything as a service” business model has even infiltrated the luxury market. And access-based consumption has various interesting facets. First, it allows a broader audience to get acquainted with luxury brands, to try them out, albeit for a limited time only. The effect is that customers are gradually being educated on luxury goods; this could play a major role in building loyalty in the long run. Second, the pay-per-use option in luxury goes hand in hand with another essential development

Luxury is either the result of wealth or makes it necessary; luxury corrupts simultaneously the rich and the poor, the former by ownership, the latter by covering.

Jean Jacques Rousseau - The Social Contract path in the industry: sustainability. Opting to rent a luxury item appears to be the preferred choice especially of younger targets, not only because renting allows them to spend their money on other experiences, but also because it helps reduce the carbon footprint of one of the industries that by now is notorious for its dramatic contribution to global pollution. This awareness makes temporary consumption an even more attractive option in the eyes of people who are keenly aware of environmental issues.

The broader impact is an amplification of this behavior, as young people share their choices in their online communities rather than trying to hide the fact that their fashion is coming second hand. From environmental concerns to a new wave of minimalism, wealthy consumers are shifting toward the economy of sharing rather than the absolute ownership of luxury goods.

It’s been called the end of ownership -consumers forgoing personal possessions in favour of renting and borrowing items. The sharing economy and the notion of consuming without having to buy have certainly reached new demand levels. People are simply becoming less interested in owning things, but still, want access to things and experiences that bring them joy and excite them. It can be easily seen that shortterm renting and sharing provides an effective way to lighten the load of one’s belongings, give access to previously unattainable luxury items, minimise an individual’s contribution to the global culture of “things” and lessen the negative environmental impacts of mass consumerism.

This trend is partly driven by the young generation’s hunger for newness while embracing sustainability. This is especially true for young consumers caring about the environment as nine in ten Gen Zers like the idea of buying pre-owned apparel.

The distinction between owning and renting is a slippery one. The emotional and cultural meanings of the two practices do not always map onto their economic functions. This creates opportunities for a kind of arbitrage – allowing businesses to extract higher payments from consumers by presenting a transaction as a purchase or rental, depending on what consumers value in the context. However, within the luxury world, there is a combination of framing effects and cultural meanings that still associate ownership with wealth. As the middle class approaches the world of renting, including it as a habitual behavioural practice of the consumer, the distancing from the luxury product will be re-established, which will assume an additional intrinsic value thanks to the importance of possession.

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lounge, adjacent to the owner’s pavilion, socialisation and interaction In the design and development of AQUILA, Emre Aydin drew with the marine environment intertwine. Full glass facades connect the inspiration from the owner’s lifestyles, cutting-edge technology and open exterior decks, where specially designed bar and above all, the eagle, combining them in this 106m Jacuzzi provide the ideal vantage points to enjoy the superyacht with innovative features. Highlighting a he owing silhouette of sweeping views outside. On the lower decks, the usual total of five decks, fluid lines accentuate the freedom L is inspired by the parameters for propulsion, range and speed have been of life on the water and slope downwards from bow eagle a predator that rides translated into a complete hydrogen-electric system that to aft like the sleek silhouette of the eagle. On board, the winds and currents meets all energy needs on board, in addition to providing the interrelated requirement for privacy and space has using gravitational forces more environmentally-friendly power. been addressed with an extraordinarily large owner’s and energy to its advantage The AQUILA concept envisions a cruising speed of 10 pavilion. To accentuate the connection with the water, designed to give the owner to 11 knots, maximum of 16.5 knots, a range of 3800 much thought has been put into making the ocean as and guests close connection nautical miles, a 14-guest, 29-crew capacity. accessible and visible as possible. On the upper deck with the water.

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The Spirit 111 Geist has been awarded two accolades in the recent Design & Innovation Awards. Designed for an international owner, who set Spirit Yachts the task of creating a “work of art”, Geist won Best Sailing Yacht Interior and the Eco Award. The award winners were chosen by a panel of 15 independent judges, all of whom are yacht designers and industry professionals.

Best Sailing Yacht Interior, Geist won the Eco Award. Spirit Yachts Managing At 33.9m long, Geist has a fully laden displacement of 65tonnes and is the largest, Director and Head of Operations Karen Underwood said, “The owner was very wooden sloop built in the UK since the J-Class yacht Shamrock V in the 1930s. The clear he wanted to spend longer periods of time at anchor and that the yacht had yacht’s completely customised, hand-crafted interior is a series of seamless curves to be mindful of the environment. At the start of the project, we analysed the made from sustainably sourced timber. Spirit Yachts CEO and Head of Design yacht in three phases: the build, operation and end of life. This Sean McMillan commented, “As well as looking like a “work approach ensured we challenged ourselves and our suppliers of art”, the interior of the yacht also had to comply to Royal The largest, wooden sloop built to deliver bespoke solutions to lower the carbon footprint at Institute of Naval Architects’ exacting classification requirements. in the U.K. since the J-Class each stage of the design and construction.” The Spirit 111 has This marriage of practicality, safety and beauty to deliver on the yacht Shamrock V in the 1930s, a Torqeedo electric drive system that regenerates the batteries owner’s brief made the project a thrilling challenge. We are Geist has recyclable OneSails via propulsion whilst the yacht is sailing. All onboard systems delighted the creativity, innovation and craftsmanship that went 4T Forte sails and energy were selected to work holistically and consume the minimum into delivering a yacht of this calibre have been recognised by efficient Lewmar hydraulic amount of power possible. such a prestigious panel of judges.” In addition to the award for deck hardware on board.

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SAIL LIKE A KITE For the ICE project, Red Yacht Design, Dykstra Naval Architects and the owner used their expertise to ensure maximum comfort under 500 GT, to create a yacht that feels like an integral part of the sea. www.redyachtdesign.com “ICE Kite” is a 64 m superyacht designed by Red Yacht Design with naval architecture by Dykstra Naval Architects for a German entrepreneur. Sophisticated lines and architectural use of windows give the below 500 GT yacht an edge. It combines kite sailing with a low resistance aluminium hull and optimum consumption of diesel engines. Efficiency over the entire speed range is accomplished by waterline entries, a high slenderness ratio and low wetted surface area due to a round hull shape. Wave reduction also increases comfort on board. A well-proportioned daggerboard is applied to enable the yacht to make full use of the kite propulsion system at closer wind angles. The superstructure will be carbon fibre for minimising the weight. ICE Kite has 17.4 knot maximum speed with 2 X 735 KW main engines.

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GENER AL INFO: • 100-foot Bulkheaded Waterfront on Great Peconic Bay - 6 miles of water to North Fork • Access to the Atlantic ocean through the Shinnecock Canal and Shinnecock Bay

INTERIOR: • 4 Bedrooms • 3.5 Baths • Solar roof generating electricity • 5 zone heating/cooling with voice activated Nest thermostat • Bioethanol fireplace • Nineteen La Cantina bifold doors - 10 Ft High and 50 Ft. Wide - with bug screens

EXTERIOR: • 20,000 BTU Outdoor gas line fire pit•20,000 BTU BBQ, full outdoor kitchen (sink/fridge) • Heated pool 16’ x 40’ automatic cover with Miami shelf • 20 speaker Sonos system - indoor/outdoor • 2 car garage - attached • Outdoor Lutron Caseta WIFl/app lighting • WIFI controlled pool pump Architectural drawings are done and ready for secondfloor expansion

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BREATHTAKING WATERFRONT HOME, 20 CEDAR POINT RD, HAMPTON BAYS, NY 11946 Imagine living in this very private 4 bedroom 3.5 Bathroom modern home sited on a fully cleared beachside offering 100 feet of bulkheaded waterfront with a 180 degree view overlooking the Great Peconic Bay including vistas of the south shore of the North Fork in the distance, and six miles of water in between, offering amazing sunsets from your own private sandy beach! The house offers 50 linear feet of 10-ft high La Cantina bifold doors (with bug screens) overlooking the sexy 16 X 40 Gunite pool with automatic cover and Miami Shelf. Every amenity is to the highest standard in state of the art technology, design and quality including 5 heating/cooling zones with voice activated NEST Thermostats, Google technology home management, automated electric windows, hidden shower drains with 16” rain shower heads in the bathrooms and a gorgeous center island kitchen with Miele appliances. The home has recessed lighting, barn doors, a Bioethanol fireplace. LED lighting and radiant heat throughout.

Outdoors, find a gas fire-pit, outdoor BBQ, freestanding Jacuzzi, outdoor shower and a 20 speaker indoor/outdoor Sonos system with a two car attached garage. The home has a solar roof generating electricity. The outdoor lighting is Lutron Caseta WIFI/ app controlled as is the WIFI controlled pool pump. Please note that architectural drawings for a second floor expansion are available and would add two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a gym, an outdoor shower and can be amended to include a third bedroom if you forgo the gym This home is so beautiful it must be seen to be believed.

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In natura ogni cosa è e ogni cosa contiene l’universo e quando, agli occhi, appare simile a qualche altra allora è nell’invisibile che misura la

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Ogni volta che ti disseti è unica, ogni sorso d’acqua è unico ogni volta che guardi il cielo e chiedi al sole di restare le volte che confondi la luna con una traccia di trama ogni volta è unica, ogni limone è unico, ogni preghiera è unica ogni fianco, ogni tendine, ogni pendio, ogni vuoto e ogni pieno ogni slogatura della ragione è unica e il giusto verso è differente per ognuno la diversità, in forme sempre nuove, ci circonda in ogni dove e se questo, per l’umano, è perturbante allora è il divino che cuce oro sulle differenze ogni commozione è unica, il vibrato della conoscenza è unico ogni volta che soffi un motivo nell’ombra e t’innamori del mondo ogni linguaggio è unico, ogni voce è unica, il tutto è unico e ogni cosa siamo noi.

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DONE BY BRITISH DESIGN www.celiasawyer.com Celia Sawyer Interior Architecture and Design, is now in its 20th year, designing luxury residential homes, superyachts, aviation, commercial properties and projects in the leisure industry worldwide. “Founded some 20 years ago, we at Celia Sawyer Interior Architecture And Design have been discreetly providing both private and commercial clients with bespoke, ground breaking luxury interiors, turning dreams into practical day-to-day reality Our ethos is clear, distinct and straightforward - to interpret our partners ideas, ambitions and requirements with flair, passion, innovation and excitement, executing and delivering projects with diligent attention to detail and timely professional execution”. Our track record of satisfied clients from across the spectrum of homes, commercial, sea and air represent our testament of quality, delivery and surety,” stated founder and CEO Celia Sawyer, who is a member of the Society of British and International Interior Design and an official judge for the International Property Awards and the International Hotel Awards.

She is also a Patron for the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation, Women’s Refuge, an Ambassador for the British Heart Foundation, Prince’s Trust, and was recently awarded Global Goodwill Ambassador for humanitarian services. Celia mentors social entrepreneurs for The British Library.

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Celia Sawyer’s team includes Interior Architect Afy Saedi and Senior Designer Rachel Patrick. Afy graduated with a BA in Interior Architecture/Design and studied in London. She has been working in the industry for 25 years designing high end residential properties, commercial spaces, such as restaurants and bars, and worked on some of the most exclusive landscape and exterior lighting designs.

Rachel graduated with a BA in Design and Retail at St Martin’s in London. For three years she worked for a large furniture retailer, assisting on the design, sales and marketing. Rachel has worked as a senior designer alongside Celia and her team for 18 years, assisting on projects ranging from large residential homes, through to superyachts and the leisure industry. Rachel also works on the bespoke furniture designs and liaises with clients on procurement. Together, the team has realised projects such as royal residences, beach villas, penthouses, commercial spaces, as well as yachts, jets and helicopters, from a trinomoran to the Airbus A340.

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“From the importance of an organised and designated work space and how it can affect our proficiency when working from home, or just simply how the light effects our mood are all factors changed by the way we chose to decorate our homes.“

“Natural lighting will make your home feel larger, so...attract as much sunlight into your home.

If necessary, add track or recessed lighting...

To give the room more depth, make sure your light sources are spread evenly around rather than relying on overhead lighting.”

“Similar to ‘invisible’ mirrored surfaces, glass is also a fantastic choice when creating an illusion of space as it allows light to travel freely through a room whilst looking less heavy and imposing.”

“Mirrors not only will brighten up your home, but create an illusion of space by creating a divide in a solid wall. Other options I love to use in my work is mirrored furniture and accessories, which will match almost any colour scheme.”

Not only are rugs a fabulous way to accessories a room without taking up any space (and a great way to cosy up a home), they allow for something I call Zoning. Zoning is just as it sounds, creating zones within a home that separate sections of a room.

For example; your living room and dining room share a space - there is no partition or wall between them. By adding a large rug under the sofa and overall living area, you are creating the feeling of a different mood and separate space to that of your dining room.

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PROJECT DISCOVERY 390 ENJOYS SPECTACULAR VIEWS TO THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA, MARBELLA AND PUERTO BANÚS (MÁLAGA, SPAIN) Plot: 7.365 sqm Beds: 7 + staff apartment

Unmatched in design, this turn-key project is a unique masterpiece in terms of grandeur, position and sophistication, located on a superb southeast-facing plot with breathtaking open views towards the Mediterranean Sea and Bay of Marbella.

On the ground floor you will be welcomed by a grandiose entrance hall leading to an imposing living room with double height ceiling and an adjacent sitting room and panoramic formal dining room on the opposite side. A modern panoramic open-style kitchen and family room of more than 100m2 with an informal dining and lounge area will be the favorite room of this floor.

The right wing has been destinated for guests and counts with 2 bedrooms with full bathrooms en suite, dressing areas and terraces with access to the pool. Furthermore, a guest suite with walk-in dressing room and full en suite bathroom complements this level.

At the outdoors, you will be seduced by a spectacular outdoor pool of 158sqm with hot tub from where to enjoy the stunning panoramic sea views.

The three floors are connected by an elegant staircase and an elevator is also available.

The entire left wing of the upper level features the luxurious 150sqm-sized master bedroom, a gorgeous walk-through dressing room, his and her bathrooms, as well as a private terrace from where to enjoy the breath-taking views of the ocean.

On the other side and connected through a sophisticated double-height corridor more guest or family bedroom suites that are bathed in natural light and take in the wonderful sea views can be found.

Entertainment and relaxation have also been thought of and the entire lower floor has been destinated to pleasure. The spacious multipurpose room can easily accommodate a cinema room or a games room. The impressive spa includes a heated indoor pool with powerjets, Hammam, sauna and dressing room. The gym area offers spectacular views across the greenery of the landscaped garden and gives access to this level terrace and garden.

The left wing contains a fabulous garage that will fit 8 cars and 2 buggies, laundry area, storage and machinery rooms. Furthermore, a staff apartment complements this outstanding property.

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DAVIDE GROPPI www.davidegroppi.com

A STORY. A STORY OF LAMPS.

It all started in a small laboratory in the historical centre of the Italian town of Piacenza during the late 1980s.

Davide Groppi was inventing and producing his first lamps and decided simply to use his own name for the name of the company.

Creative independence and passionate, unconventional management have allowed him, over time, to learn and develop his own brand of original and unique products, currently distributed the world over.

Simplicity, weightlessness, emotion and creative invention are the fundamental components of each lamp or lighting project designed by Davide Groppi.

Davide Groppi creations are never conceived as just lights or lamps. They come about through the need to give life to something that is necessary or significant.

Some of the things that inspire these ideas are works of art, ready made objects, magic, the desire to make things with his hands or simply the urge to play and have fun with light.

Light in the hands of Davide Groppi is a wonderful way to seduce and excite.

Hi has always worked with a faithful group of collaborators who share his vision and help him to develop ideas and bring them to fruition.

Over the course of many years of experience, Davide Groppi has developed various products and shows in collaboration with companies specialising in design such as De Padova, Boffi, Paola Lenti and Christofle.

There have also been many international projects the world over, including the illumination of houses, stores and museums. Davide Groppi has been particularly active in the area of hospitality (hotels and restaurants).

Some of the most famous chefs in the world have chosen lighting solutions

by Davide Groppi for their venues, including Massimo Bottura, Massimiliano Alajmo, Moreno Cedroni and Giancarlo Perbellini.

Davide Groppi has also been recognised for excellence by the press and received prestigious awards for his lighting creations, Light reinventor and proincluding the Edida Award in 2011 for the Sampei lamp, ducer, Davide Groppi chalthe Design Plus Award in 2014 for the Neuro lamp, as well as lenges traditional design, two awards at the 23rd edition of the ADI Compasso d’Oro proportion and perception Awards for the Nulla lamp and for the Sampei lamp, and the of illumination with utter ADI Compasso d’Oro Mention of Honour upon our resimplicity, seemingly imchargeable lamp Tetatet in 2016. possible weightlessness, or The ADI Compasso d’Oro Award is considered the oldest and unexpected amazement. most prestigious recognition for design in the world.

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TALLEST SKYSCRAPER IN EUROPE www.fedtower.sothebys-realty.ru Situated at 360 metres above the city, Moscow’s Federation Tower literally changes your point of view. Sprawling 2180 square meters over three storeys, from the 95th to 97th floors, and priced at $35,000,000, this penthouse under a glass dome with private elevators will without doubt provide a fresh perspective. Winner of the Grand Prix International Property Awards 2019-2020, it affords sweeping views of Moscow through panoramic 1.7-metre-wide windows without walls, windows, bars or handrails, 13-metre-high floor-to-ceiling, high-speed personal elevators. The penthouse’s open plan in combination with the prestigious location of Moscow City provides many possibilities for this property: a representative office or a high-rise residence, an event-hall or a status apartment, a unique wellness studio or a concept art gallery. Within Federation Tower, residents can enjoy Nebo, a wellness club that houses Europe’s highest swimming pool, Sixty, a panoramic restaurant, a 24/7 supermarket, shopping gallery, in addition to the downtown location of Moscow City, a new architectural capital and business hub coined the “Moscow Manhattan”, teeming with trendy restaurants and bars, gyms, boutiques, banks and many services.

Sotheby’s International Realty’s Moscow office specialises in selling and renting premium properties in and around Moscow, selecting foreign real estate and obtaining citizenship for real estate investments in the European Union, United States and the Caribbean.

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two master baths. The upper floor is currently designed as four bedrooms The original marble grand foyer welcomes you to the 1916 landmarked with arched casement windows, three bathrooms plus a very large laundry Carhart Mansion at 95th Street and 5th Avenue in New York City. This room, ample storage and a gym/yoga studio. This floor can easily be 10,350-square-foot duplex begins on the parlor level, which is reached by reimagined as six bedrooms or other room arrangements to accommodate either the private elevator landing or ascending the sweeping staircase one the next homeowner’s needs. The Mrs. Armory S. Carhart mansion was floor to its reception hall with 18+ foot ceilings. To the south is the grand completed in1916 and designated a New York City landmark in 1974, salon which is 44 by 25 feet with a wood burning fireplace. A planting the Commissioner described it as “one of the finest balcony running the entire width is accessible through three Sprawling 10,350 square feet examples” in New York City of 18th-century French pairs of arched French doors. To the north is a large dining and priced at nearly USD Classicism. Horace Trumbauer was one of the preroom with wood burning fireplace. $24,000,000, 3 East 95th eminent architectural masters at that time, counting The Beyond this enfilade of grand entertaining rooms are the Street, a duplex in New York, Duke Mansion as well as Harvard’s Widener Library eat-in-kitchens. Just renovated in a chic, Louis XVI meets is a pre-war condominium among his many achievements. He is perhaps best known Manhattan style, it is the home’s great social room with mansion, listed with Stan Ponte for interpreting French classicism with perfect accuracy three distinct areas for cooking, dining and relaxation. and Randall Gianopulos of and the Carhart Mansion is arguably his most distinguished The other half of this floor hosts the master suite with Sotheby’s International Realty.

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BRINGING THE OUTSIDE IN www.miladeshtiyaghi.com windows, we maintained this connection with the forest, with the Architect Milad Eshtiyaghi describes his Black House project, “This objective that a person can experience having a frame of the forest project is located in Santa Clara, New York. The client was very while enjoying his space throughout the house.“ interested in black and asked us to design a house that had a sense Milad Eshtiyaghi was born 1994 in Tehran, Iran. After of splendour, luxury and at the same time mystery. So we Led by Architect Milad graduating from high school, he entered the Faculty of decided to consider black as the dominant colour of the Eshtiyaghi, Milad Eshtiyaghi Architecture and received Master’s degree in sustainable house and design it by creating colour contrast in the interior.

Studio’s “Black House” design Architecture at Iran University of Sciences and We got the main idea of the project from the surrounding in Santa Clara, New York, Technology. Eshtiyaghi worked in several architectural mountains near the project site. Also, the shape of the sprawls 1850 sqm. The houseoffices until he was able to create his own Architectural house was designed to be sloping due to the climate, villa concept was created with office in 2016. He is currently designing architecture and throughout the house we considered the sense of 3DsMax, VRay, Photoshop around the world focusing on minimalistic, green and visual connection between the inside and the outside. and Autocad Revit. sustainable architectural style.

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as well as a canopy, has been created on the entrance side to create a Another project, Slope House, has a similar silhouette as the Black focal highlight. The inside of the house has view to the House. Its location is in Gilan on a sloping land near Several of Milad Eshtiyaghi south, east and west so that one can see all at once the the river. “In designing the project, an effort has been Studios’ projects emphasise river on the south side and the greenery of the trees made to make the building away from the ground, in strategic views that connect outside. Another highlight is the glass-floor entrance addition to the distance from the ground moisture, to the inside and outside, often from which you can see the river as soon as you get create ventilation on all sides. So we designed it on a with surprising results which inside the house.” truss-shaped structure, connected the building to the demonstrate lead architect Even more innovative is the Suspended House in ground with a bridge for the entrance path. Due to Milad Eshtiyaghi’s innovation Mendocino, California. “The location of the land of the climate, the shape of the house is designed to be on the minimalistic and this project was the edge of the cliff, so in designing sloping. There are terraces all round the house, even sustainable style. this house, we decided to separate the house from on the entrance side of the house. A negative space,

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the land of the project so that the house is suspended in proceeded to design so that our client has a chance to experience different sensations: the feeling of fear and excitement while being in the outdoor space and the feeling of calm and cosiness in the indoor space. Again, we designed the shape of the house in a sloping way due to the climate of the region. We used a mast for the design and secured the house with two categories of cable: the high cables bear the weight of gravity while the lower cables withstand lateral and upward wind forces. It is like someone pulling a rope, bending the

bridge mast to the opposite side. This is to increase both aesthetics and stability due to gravity. In the lower part of the project, Milad Eshtiyaghi Studios’ we created a path that leads to a living room for sitting design with warm and cold and relaxing, and a space for play where the swing is colour contrast, positive located. We want the client to experience a sense of and negative space, natural liberation, weightlessness, like floating in the air. The and artificial lighting and weight of this part of the house is borne by the cables. other special touches further The lack of the branching cables on the route turns it highlight the sensorial into a slippery bridge, leading to fear and excitement differences between indoor on the way to the end space, where branching cables living and outdoor living. introduce the feeling of peace, calm and stability.

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Passengers in the new Excellence Class enjoy the highest level of comfort, the best views and culinary highlights. While soaking up the superb panoramic view from a guaranteed window seat, passengers travel across 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels on an eight-hour journey between St. Moritz and Zermatt.

Concierge on board The pleasure of traveling Excellence Class starts as soon as guests step onto the platform. Here they are greeted at the welcome desk in front of the Glacier Express by the concierge, who takes care of check-in and all their lug- gage. Whether champagne and salmon soufflé or exciting anecdotes and information about the wonderful landscape passing by the pano- ramic window, an experienced crew ensures the well-being of guests throughout the entire journey. Guests will also find comprehensive information about the route, the country and its people on their individual tablet – keeping them well entertained.

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To the bar for an aperitif Along the way, the crew will serve a refined, regional 5-course meal including accompanying wines. Amuse-bouche and champagne tastes twice as good looking out towards the Piz Bernina. For a welcoming drink or an aperitif, we recommend the exclusive and well-stocked Glacier Bar, which offers the best view. Later in the day, an afternoon tea of delicious friandises is served. The journey in Excellence Class is not only a feast for the senses but also one of the most exclusive tourist highlights in Switzerland.

2/4/5 The gourmet experience on board comprises coffee, juice, champagne and brioche; apéritif and amuse-bouche; a seasonal, regional 5-course menu with wine accompaniment; coffee and digestif with a coffret of chocolates; tea time in the afternoon with goodies; soft drinks and fruit juices, as well as snacks throughout the day.

3/6/7 Welcoming over 257,000 passengers in 2019 alone, the Glacier Express route lasts eight hours, climbing 2033 m at Oberalp Pass and going through the 15.4-km-long Furka tunnel.

From St. Moritz to Zermatt, highlights along the route include the Albula Line with the Solis and Landwasser viaducts and spiral tunnels, the Rhine Gorge, the “Grand Canyon of Switzerland” and Oberalp Pass.

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Parrot Cay is a private island surrounded by crystalline waters and covered in lush vegetation on the Turks & Caicos Islands, which can only be accessed by boat from Providenciales Airport. The exclusivity of its setting makes Parrot Cay the best medicine for the senses.

COMO Hotels and Resorts landed in this corner of the British West Indies in 1998. With 1,000 unspoilt acres and over four miles of beach, they deliver footin-the-sand luxury. All rooms, suites and beach villas have soothing interiors along with COMO’s service ethic, holistic therapies, yoga, diving and worldclass cuisine. COMO Parrot Cay is peaceful and tranquil, days full of sunshine, blue and turquoise sea invite to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life to relax and rejuvenate one’s body, soul and mind.

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COMO Parrot Cay is made up of a principal building – whitewashed with coral-pink roofing – set back from the beach on raised ground. An accommodation wing on one side of this central building houses a selection of rooms and suites overseeing the ocean and a pristine garden. Closer to the beach are the beach houses and villas. They comprise of a selection of two to three bedroom Beach Houses and Villas. These are low story buildings just steps from the white sandy beach, all with private pools and spacious decking areas. The resort’s main pool is located steps from the beach – infinity edged, flanked by cream teak sun loungers and two Indonesian-style thatched bales at each end. Lotus restaurant, COMO Beach Club and the water sports centre are also positioned at this part of the resort. COMO Parrot Cay’s Estates complement the suites and villas, this exclusive development is a collaboration between COMO Parrot Cay and select private owners. The Estates are made up of 11 private houses, some with additional guest accommodation for larger parties. Guests have full access to the main resort and its two restaurants, with delectable menus showcasing international inspired flavours. One of the culinary highlights however is COMO Shambhala Cuisine, a food concept designed to maximise energy and wellbeing with the use of raw foods where possible. But it is not just cuisine that caters to guests’ wellbeing. COMO Parrot Cay’s award-winning COMO Shambhala Retreat offers yoga, Pilates and holistic treatments.

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These two-bedroom houses sit among the dunes on our mile-long white sand beach, providing guests with privacy and uninterrupted ocean views. Both bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and separate outdoor showers.

The large living and dining area has large windows which fill the room with sunlight. The house opens onto a private sundeck which has its own swimming pool. These villas include our personalised COMO butler service. The private butler will assist guests throughout their stay, helping plan activities on and off the water, from castaway picnics to kayaking along our waterway or wellness treatments in COMO Shambhala Retreat.

Discover the calming spirit of our Turks and Caicos spa resort at COMO Shambhala Retreat where they offer holistic, Asian-inspired treatments including Ayurveda, aromatherapy, Pilates and other holistic approaches to mental quietude, physical wellbeing and spiritual balance.

Facilities, which are open to 16-year-olds and upwards, include a sweeping yoga room aired by natural breezes, nine treatment rooms, an outdoor Jacuzzi garden, a Pilates studio, double massage rooms and Japanese baths—all in low-lying pavilions overlooking the North Caicos Channel and the surrounding wetlands. They have crafted a daily schedule of activities to complement the guest wellness experience.

This three-bedroom villa offers outstanding views of the ocean as well as a private location among sand dunes and lush vegetation.

The spacious indoor lounge area provides a comfortable indoor dining space, ideal for large get-togethers with family and friends. There is also an al fresco dining table on the private sundeck for outdoor entertaining, as well as a heated swimming pool and sun loungers. Two of the three en suite bedrooms have walk-in closets and direct access to the sundeck, and the third en suite bedroom has views of the surrounding garden area.

Offering some of the most varied dining in the Turks and Caicos, COMO Parrot Cay’s menus draw from the Caribbean’s rich seafood larder while emphasising all that is fresh, local and organic wherever possible. The relaxed poolside Lotus restaurant serves light Caribbean-inspired dishes during the day and contemporary Asian at night, while the Terrace restaurant specialises in modern Mediterranean. The delicious and nutritious COMO Shambhala Cuisine, meanwhile, maximises energy and wellbeing, and the extensive room service menus let you enjoy meals in complete privacy with beach picnics, tiki-hut dinners and poolside meals at your villa.

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www.fourseasons.com/vail Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail has been completely reimagined, creating a fresh interpretation of the grand alpine resort, with a refined, contemporary finish. The resort will continue to be the place for both locals and visitors alike seeking the sophistication of the Four Seasons brand while enjoying the legendary setting in Vail Village. The multi-million-dollar complete renovation of Four Seasons Vail includes a refresh and remodel of all hotel guest rooms, suites and corridors; conversion and remodeling of several private residences; refreshed meeting space; and a redesigned lobby and all public spaces.

Nestled at the base of Vail Mountain in the beautiful Colorado Rockies, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail offers guests the ideal location to take advantage of all the activities and adventure that the Vail Valley have to offer. Offering 121 guest rooms and suites and an additional 24 private residences, the resort has the ideal mountain-top accommodation for couples, friends traveling together and families seeking an escape to the mountains.

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A CONTEMPORARY LEGEND, A CLASSIC VENUE www.belmond.com Cipriani, the restaurateur who had founded Harry’s Bar, and his business Gardens are one of the rarer commodities in Venice, but the Belmond Hotel partners included the three daughters of the second Earl Cipriani has its Casanova gardens, peaceful and romantic, The star-studded dining opof Iveagh, owner of Guinness. To this day, three suites are which also include a lavish Wellness Centre, even a tennis tions at the Belmond Cipriani still named after those graceful entrepreneurs: Lady Honor, court, and a magnificent Olympic-sized swimming pool – include Ristorante Oro for Lady Patricia and Lady Bridgit. Curiously, this British also unique in Venice – filled with seawater. The Cipriani creative classical cuisine, the connection is reflected by visitor statistics: about 35% of benefits from its location on Giudecca Island, which ensures smart-casual Cip’s Club, the the Cipriani’s guests are from the UK, and about the same extra privacy even though central Venice is accessible in five poolside Ristorante Porticcionumber from the USA. They include personalities such as minutes with the hotel’s complimentary launches which lo, and Bar Gabbiano where Paul McCartney, Gwyneth Paltrow, Harrison Ford, Tom run 24 hours a day. If you wish, you can arrive in your own you can enjoy a Bellini while Hanks, Whoopi Goldberg and many, many others. The yacht as long as it doesn’t exceed 21 metres in length and 3 admiring the view.

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LA PLETA, A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE www.lapleta.com Rafaelhoteles by la Pleta offers the most exclusive tailor-made services to enjoy the snow. All desires can be fulfilled at this amazing hotel: Heliskiing, private ski lessons, dog sled rides, ice skating or snowshoeing, to name a few examples. The hotel is located in the Aran Valley (Valle de Arán), a space characterised by traditional architecture, with few houses, made of natural materials such as stone, wood and slate.

One of the main hotel facilities is the surprising Spa, named Occitania, a unique place to enjoy the best health and beauty treatments, all made with local natural products.

large space to rest and forget everything, just feeling the calm. In addition, All the buildings in this area are integrated in the landscape, making a all rooms have extraordinary views of the most beautiful places in the harmonic place of unsurpassed beauty. La Pleta is completely integrated Aran Valley, making this hotel in Baqueira unequalled in in this zone, and it’s one of the most modern hotels in All rooms have luxurious the whole area.

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Voted “No 1 Best Resort Hotel in Europe” by readers of Conde Nast Traveler 2010 • 13th Century Castle hidden from the World amidst 350 acres of its own private estate • Located on the 2nd largest lake in Ireland Lough Corrib, 30 minutes from Galway city • Easy driving distance from Dublin and Shannon airports • Luxury hotel since 1939 • 83 individually designed bedrooms • Once the country estate of Lord Ardilaun and the Guinness family • Three dining options available to suit all guests • A host of activities from Golf to the Ancient Art of Falconry available on the estate

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a 2- or 3-seat sofa, as well as one or two armchairs or ottomans with velvet Occupying all floors of the 14th Century Palazzo Dandolo, these refined upholstering. Modern technology includes a 40-inch flat screen TV and retreats carry the signature of French designer Pierre Yves Rochon and offer complimentary high-speed internet access. views of Calle delle Rasse, the suggestive Rio del Vin, the Church of San The area’s distinctive décor carries into the bedroom, where one king-size Zaccaria, or Venice’s iconic rooftops. Soothing colour schemes complement or two twin Luxury Collection beds are accompanied by bedside lamps terrazzo Veneziano floorings or opaque parquet floors with decorative and lighting controls. Ample storage space is provided by a carpeting.Window treatments comprise grey or blue damask Hotel Danieli’s Grand Dandolo wooden chest of drawers and up to five doors of closets. The drapes with silk curtains. Damasks by Rubelli Group’s Suite spotlights Rubelli’s beautiful bedroom also has its own 32-inch TV. Venetian weavers also adorn some walls, while others feature blue damask while others feature In stark shades of white and either grey or black, the stucco or etched Venetian mirror panels. Antique mirrors, stucco or etched Venetian mirror bathroom contains a marble- or wood-enclosed bathtub, framed Venetian prints and paintings or antique portraits of panels. Antique mirrors, framed a separate glass-enclosed rainforest shower, and a water Venetian doges are prominently displayed throughout. Each Venetian prints, and paintings closet and bidet. A decorated Murano mirror hangs above suite’s separate living area houses such precious Murano glass or antique portraits of Venetian each marble-topped vanity with a wooden cabinet. Plush elements as a chandelier, decorative vases, and appliques. doges are prominently displayed bathrobes and slippers and Acqua di Parma bath amenities Furnishings include a wooden writing desk with a chair throughout. promise to indulge. and lamp. A small oval glass coffee table is surrounded by

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FOUR SEASONS RESORT LOS CABOS AT COSTA PALMAS www.fourseasons.com Let the Adventure Concierge help you unlock Mexico’s best-kept secret: the Welcome to the first Four Seasons marina resort, a showpiece of contemporary East Cape of Los Cabos. From hidden waterfalls to world-class snorkeling and design on Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula. Nestled on 3.2 kilometres (2 off roading through desert dunes to sunset sails from our own marina, our miles) of untouched beachfront on the Sea of Cortez, Four Seasons Resort exclusive location is yours to discover.

Los Cabos at Costa Palmas™ fills your days with swimming, snorkelling, sport Your children can have a Los Cabos vacation all their own. For younger fishing, golf and desert adventures. ages, the complimentary Kids For All Seasons program offers fun, educational Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos is a community of contemporary beauty and activities – such as baby turtle releases – while the Teen Centre provides the extraordinary experiences in one of the world’s great marine environments. latest games and outdoor adventures.

The resort offers 141 rooms with views overlooking the stunning Sea of Four Seasons brings matchless hospitality to a cape less Cortéz. Four Seasons Residences are contemporary homes traveled. The multiple resort pools accommodate every where generous interior spaces blend seamlessly into shaded Rooted in the healing energy experience you seek. You can also spend time at our outdoor living with built-in daybeds, fireplaces, outdoor of the desert, mountains and expansive sports and activities center, where you can keep showers and inventive furnishings. ocean, treatments at Oasis up with your fitness regimen, or enjoy a game of volleyball, Discover a new Los Cabos that was made for meaningful family Spa incorporate ingredients basketball or tennis. Treatments at the Spa are rooted in the connection. With two miles of calm, swimmable beach, neverknown to soothe and revive. healing energy of the desert, mountain and ocean. And at ending natural adventure and a complimentary kids club, Four Sleek and contemporary in the resort’s five concept restaurants, chefs are dedicated to Seasons Los Cabos Resort and Residences at Costa Palmas is a design, the 10 free-standing using fresh, organic ingredients—many sourced from our playground for all ages, offering an infinite canvas of possibility treatment rooms provide your 18 acres of organic farms. that inspires vibrant experiences and everlasting memories. own exclusive hideaway.

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TOAST AT THE LITTLE NELL THIS WINTER www.thelittlenell.com hospitality amidst a collection of 20,000 bottles resting on their sides. Take part Indulge yourself in the world of fine wine at The Little Nell this ski season in a wine tasting with a sommelier for up to ten people or a multi-course dinner with our recommendation for three wine-centric venues at this ski-in/ski-out for up to six guests with a dedicated chef, sommelier and server. Prior to the hotel. Overseen by Wine Director Chris Dunaway, The Nell’s award-winning dinner, guests will have a consultation with the executive chef and wine director wine program has maintained a level of excellence since it debuted more than to create a customized menu with paired wines, with ample time to allow the thirty years ago. Carrying on the tradition, Chris and his knowledgeable team of chef to order ingredients specifically for the occasion. sommeliers aim to immerse guests in an extravagant wine experience each visit.

The newest amenity at The Nell is The Board Room, Aspen’s most unique Open nightly throughout the winter, The Wine Bar sets the stage for intimate speakeasy set on the lower level of The Little Nell. Hidden gatherings with a lounge-style ambiance of plush couches and The Little Nell has earned behind a bookshelf, this private space features a pool table, flat chairs, as well as bar seating. For an educational experience, The the coveted Wine Spectator screen TV, cozy couches and a bar. Available as a buyout for an Coravin Blind Tasting Challenge is not to be missed. An expert Grand Award since 1997 and après-ski experience or for a seated dinner or meeting for up to sommelier will lead you through a guided tasting, serving four also graduated 11 of North eight guests. Enjoying a bold red or sparkling rosé in the presence different wines, complemented by a cheese board. Enjoy an allAmerica’s Master Sommeliers, of your closest friends and family has never been more serene. vinyl DJ set each evening to round out the atmosphere. the most of any establishment No matter which wine venue you choose, your palate is sure For a bespoke experience, The Wine Cellar a.k.a. the Red in North America. to be appeased at The Little Nell.

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CHATEAU ABBADIA www.chateau-abbadia.fr Route De La Corniche, 64700 Hendaye, France The Château d’Abbadia is situated in Hendaye, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France. Built by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc and Edmond Duthoit, both patronised by the explorer Antoine d’Abbadie, between 1864 and 1879, it is classifie as a historic monument an aison es llustres n the centrepiece of the chimney can be seen Antoine d’Abbadie’s coat of arms with his personal motto “ To be rather than to pretend to be” boxed and emblazoned on a decor symbolising the pilgrimage to Compostella.

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TOP TIME-HONOURED HOTELS TODAY International hotel consultant Jacques Levy-Bonvin once wrote: “The history of hotels is intimately connected to that of civilisations. Or rather, it is a part of that history.

Facilities offering guests hospitality have been in evidence since early biblical times... Around 1200, staging posts for travellers and stations for couriers were set up in China and Mongolia. In Europe, or more precisely in Belgium, l’ Auberge Cour Saint Georges opened in Gant, while the Angel Inn was built at Grantham in Lincolnshire, England. In France, at the beginning of the 15th century, the law required that hotels keep a register. English law also introduced rules for inns at that time. The industrial revolution, which started in the 1760s, facilitated the construction of hotels everywhere, in mainland Europe, in England and in America.”

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HOTEL D’ANGLETERRE www.dangleterrehotel.com Quai du Mont-Blanc 17, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland The Hotel d’Angleterre is the work of architect Anthony Krafft, conceived and later acknowledged as a heritage site of the city of Geneva. In the 1910, the hotel added another wing, and went through an extensive renovation in 1995, preserving only the original facade, staircase and floors. Today, it is among the top 15 hotels in Central Europe for the Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards.

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THE LANESBOROUGH LONDON www.oetkercollection.com Hyde Park Corner, London SW1X 7TA, United Kingdom James Lane, second and last Viscount Lanesborough, built Lanesborough House in 1719. In 1988, planning permission was secured to turn the property into a hotel. Fitzroy Robinson Partnership incorporated as much of the original façade as possible, yet completely renovating and converting the interior. In co-operation with the architect-historian Anthony Blee, Fitzroy developed a plan that resulte in a hi hl accurate recreation of the ori inal ma nificent fa a e as e no it to a

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HÔTEL DE CRILLON www.rosewoodhotels.com 10 Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris, France Originally built in 1758, when Ange-Jacques Gabriel was commissioned by King Louis XV, the hotel has witnessed the reigns of two French kings, the French Revolution, the rise and fall of the Napoleonic Empire and the birth of the League of Nations. Long owned by the illustrious family of the Counts of Crillon, this private mansion was transformed into a luxury palace hotel in 1909 under architect Walter-André Destailleur.

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AMAN VENICE www.aman.com Palazzo Papadopoli, Calle Tiepolo Baiamonte 1364, 30125 Venice, Italy Originally constructed in the mid-16th century, Palazzo Papadopoli is named after rich bankers and counts of Greek origin, Niccolò and Angelo Papadopoli, who bought adjacent buildings to create the large garden with a wing behind it in 1864. Between 1874-1875, Girolamo Levi, Michelangelo Guggenheim and Cesare Rotta completed a Neoclassical refurbishment. In 1922, it was inherited by the Gonzaga family. The palace was converted into a luxury hotel run by Aman Resorts.

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HOTEL IMPERIAL www.marriott.com Kaerntner Ring 16, Vienna 1015, Austria The majestic Hotel Imperial and its sumptuous surroundings were originally created in 1863 as the Prince of Württemberg’s Viennese residence. Overlooking the historic Ring Boulevard in central Vienna, the building was transformed into a hotel to accommodate discerning visitors of the 1873 World’s Fair. Inside, marble, statues and crystal chandeliers stand out amongst Vienna’s 19th century architectural style.

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rooms an suites feature ori inal aintin s anti ues stucco ceilin s an fine fabrics he lavish décor and valuable art treasures blend harmoniously with the carefully co-ordinated interior. A team of dedicated staff members are available 24/7 to make the stay a once-in-alifetime experience in an imperial atmosphere. A private butler service is even available on request. lassic ooms s otli ht ar uet oorin in the entrance iennese chan eliers an aintin s

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THE RITZ PARS www.ritzparis.com 15 Place Vendôme, or 38 Rue Cambon, 75001 Paris, France The fabled history of the Ritz begins with the extraordinary story of the “king of hoteliers, and hotelier to kings,” César Ritz. In 1898, he opened the Hôtel Ritz Paris in a former prince’s residence in Place Vendôme. César Ritz was already known to the world’s most important people by this time. In addition to the social and literary elites of Paris, including 27-year-old Marcel Proust, ro alt an business t coons oc e to the o enin

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Inquisitive and Parisian to the end, a witness to the whisperings of his day, the author of “In Search of Lost Time”, Marcel Proust made this lounge-library his headquarters, a social observatory right in the heart of the it aris ame in his memor this oo anelle sittin room here a fire crac les in the hearth in winter remains one of the hotel’s musts. Head Pastry Chef, François Perret, offers “French-style teatime” daily, and the Salon Proust transforms into a Champagne bar after 6 pm.

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GRAND HOTEL ET DE MILAN www.grandhoteletdemilan.it Via Manzoni 29, 20121 Milan, Italy Opened in 1863, the Grand Hotel et de Milan preserves all the charm of an ancient Milanese “house”, a project entrusted to the architect Andrea Pizzala, known above all for having created the Galleria De Cristoforis in 1831. Towards the end of the 19th century, the hotel was the only one in the city furnished with postal and telegraph services. It had about 200 rooms, a “Stigler” hydraulic system lift (still in use today), a little Winter garden and lavishly furnished dining rooms.

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HOTEL DANIELI www.marriott.com Riva degli Schiavoni, Castello 4196, 30122 Venice, Italy Formerly Palazzo Dandolo, it was built at the end of the 14th century by one of the Dandolo families. After the fall of the Venetian Republic, appreciating its potential as a centrally located meeting place, Giuseppe Dal Niel of Friuli, known as Danieli, bought the entire building, restored it and converted it into a hotel which he appropriately renamed “Danieli”. The Doge Dandolo Royal Suite spotlights a frescoed ceiling by the 18th-century Venetian artist Jacopo Guarana.

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THE RITZ LONDON www.theritzlondon.com 150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR, United Kingdom The Grade II listed 5-star hotel was opened by Swiss hotelier César Ritz in 1906, eight years after he established the Ritz Paris. Owned by the Bracewell-Smith family for a period until 1976, The Ellerman Group of Companies bought it for £80 million, spent eight years and £40 million on restorations. The illiam ent ouse is also a ra e liste buil in an in he it on on became the first hotel to receive a Royal warrant from the Prince of Wales for its Banqueting and Catering services.

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Designed in the Palladian style by William Kent, Wimborne House, or the William Kent House, was built between 1743 and 1754. The decoration was entrusted to the Interior Architect of Paris, Philippe Belloir. In 2000, Ettwein Bridges Architects was hired to create rooms as function suites. The building now houses special event rooms for the adjacent Ritz London.

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IL SALVIATINO www.salviatino.com Via del Salviatino 21, 50137 Florence, Italy High in the Tuscan countryside overlooking the Renaissance splendour of Florence, the building was originally constructed in the 15th century on the site of a 1st-century Roman fortress, Il Salviatino was a villa for an aristocratic Florentine family. Surrounded by over 12 acres of private parkland and organic gardens, the suites and rooms each tell their own unique story through frescoes, paintings and curated artisan furnishings.

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THE ST. REGIS FLORENCE www.marriott.com Piazza Ognissanti 1, 50123 Florence, Italy This historic palace is designed by Florentine architect Filippo Brunelleschi around 1400. Originally home to the noble Giuntini family, the palace was converted into a hotel in 1866 and was initially named the Grand Hotel Royal de la Paix. After extensive research of the architectural drawings of lorence s ala o a an ati an ala o Stro i the hotel finalise a restoration lan in Meticulous renewal techniques were used to accurately emulate all the original features.

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HOTEL SACHER VIENNA www.sacher.com Philharmonikerstraße 4, Vienna 1010, Austria The Sacher has been a part of Vienna’s history since 1876. That year, Eduard Sacher, son of the prodigious patissier Franz, opens a hotel in the heart of Vienna proudly bearing the family name, Sacher. The cake of the same name instantly becomes the hallmark of the house.

In 2017, the redesign of the Bel Etage of the Hotel Sacher Wien opens up seven unique suites, and the Sacher continues to be Vienna’s only family-owned and run luxury hotel today.

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LES CHALETS DU MONT D’ARBOIS, MEGÈVE, A FOUR SEASONS HOTEL www.fourseasons.com/megevechalets eall locate at the foot of the ont rbois slo es o erloo in e e ust t o ilometres from the our Seasons otel e e es halets u ont rbois offers three chalets ith a total of rooms inclu in luxurious suites ith authentic charm he are name after the three ol est au hters of en amin an riane e othschil e o mie an lice he main chalet calle halet e as bou ht in b the aron mon e othschil to host the famous hour art hel to inau urate the ne l reno ate alace es ei es the famil s first hotel ach chalet has its o n ersonalit the halet e is the sentinel of tra itional st le the halet o mie offers a luxurious an refine ecor hile the ambiance at halet lice is chic bohemian ach of these st les is stee e in the timeless co es of al ine chalets timber in o frames ancient beams ol s ruce an fir oo uncut stone or an mountain motifs

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ASHFORD CASTLE, PART OF THE RED CARNATION HOTEL COLLECTION, IS A FIVE-STAR CASTLE HOTEL IN CONG, COUNTY MAYO, IRELAND. www.ashfordcastle.com Hidden away in 350 acres of ancient Irish woodlands you’ll find Ashford Castle, a medieval structure built in 1228 by the House of Burke and purchased in the mid 1800s by Sir Benjamin Lee Guinness, the brewer, who requested a Victorian redesign. In 1939 the estate opened as a hotel under Noel Huggard rapidly establishing its reputation as renowned location for country pursuits and hospitality.

Today, Ashford castle is known as one of Ireland’s top ideaway Cottage at shford ten resorts welcoming guests with its 83 rooms and Castle offers guests a secluded suites and numerous restaurants and bars. This is the holiday retreat. his former perfect choice for outdoor lovers with its expansive boat house is located on the grounds and many activities that include horse riding, shores of the Lough Corrib fishing, golfing, cycling, lake cruising and falconry. with unforgettable lake views Ashford Castle is after all the home of Ireland’s first especially es you en oy dinner School of Falconry. on the pier.

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GRAND DAME ON LAKE COMO www.grandhoteltremezzo.com most magical. Dating back centuries, the land used to belong to Villa Three pools, a lakeside private beach and lavish private park, all with Carlotta and its spectacular botanic garden, planted with a variety of the the warmest hospitality all’italiana - the Art Nouveau façade of Grand rarest plants and trees. Rare magnolias stand beside leafy Hotel Tremezzo hides magnificent halls, elegant dining he Grand otel reme o is an palm and banana trees; azaleas, tulips and geraniums mix rooms and a grand staircase, all done up in plush period iconic rt ouveau masterpiece with rhododendron and hydrangea in a blaze of pinks, décor. First built in 1910 for the social elite, the hotel’s sitting on the western shores reds, purples and blues. Picturesque footpaths wind every detail was designed to meet their tireless pursuit of La e Como with views gently through the natural beauty, ideal for a morning of pleasure – shimmering balls, grand dinners and spanning the crystalline waters jog or afternoon stroll. As visitors ascend, the lake view boundless excess. The palace is nestled in an expansive towards ellagio and the slowly reveals itself until the Belvedere at the top where and beautiful park. Spanning some 20,000 sqm, it is one Grigne mountains. the full panorama will take one’s breath away. of the largest on the Lake, and not to mention one of the

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LAKESIDE COMFORT AT AUBERGE PÈRE BISE www.perebise.com

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KIMPTON FITZROY LONDON, A BLOOMSBURY GEM www. kimptonfitzroylondon.com the Ruark sound system or lounge on the couch before a busy day Kimpton Fitzroy London is a landmark hotel, occupying a full block of sightseeing, shopping or business. The suites blend rich design along the eastern side of Russell Square in Bloomsbury. With one elements and sophisticated decor for an appealing urban sanctuary foot in the city's past and another in its present, the building's ornate in the hub of the city. The 85sqm Fitzroy Suite offers a cocktail terracotta facade is marked by turrets, arches and life-sized statues of masterclass at Fitz's, as well as in-suite cocktail service from 5 to four British queens guarding the entrance. Kimpton Fitzroy has always 7pm, dining area with setup and packing service upon request, which been a proper home for glamour. Charles Fitzroy Doll's building from are offered by the 68sqm Corner Suite as well. There are also 46sqm 1898 has been restored it to its original splendour: galleried lobby, One Bedroom Suites and 43sqm Junior Suites. All come with many sweeping marble staircase, double-height ballroom, and all. thoughful amenities and services.

Today one can feel that history the second one steps into the lobby and Gourmet experience starts with Burr & Co., which puts a twist of the gaze around, from the marble as far as the eye can see to the original traditions of London's Victorian era coffeehouses and is open all day for Zodiac mosaic floors. Throughout the property, from the 334 guest coffee, small plates, wine and more; Palm Court, with rooms to the four dining and drinking establishments, Fit s named after Charles a soaring glass ceiling, comfortable clusters of seating historical details mingle well with refurbished touches.

Fit roy oll the original arand lots of greenery, where traditional afternoon tea The interior design by Tara Bernerd & Partners and chitect of impton Fit roy can be enjoyed, in addition to morning tea or evening Russell Sage Studio tips a hat to the building's past London. is a plush glamorous Champagne; Neptune, a modern British neighbourhood without neglecting its present. cocktail den with an electric restaurant on the corner of Russell Square and Guilford Kimpton Fitzroy London has accommodations for air full of with possibility as Street; and last but not least, the cocktail den, Fitz's. every fancy, family setup and group size. Guests can if you never now whom you There are also eight private dining rooms in various expect 300-thread-count linens, and warm decor will see on the velour sofa becapacity and layout, from intimate, beautifully finished that seamlessly blends heritage elements with 21stlow the oversi e disco ball. boardrooms to spaces for 50 guests. century appointments. They can play some tunes on

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RITZ PARIS CELEBRATES 120 YEARS OF REFINEMENT www.ritzparis.com Diana of Wales and Marcel Proust as guests.

The Ritz Paris was founded in 1898 by hotelier Cesar Ritz and chef Over the years the hotel has undergone renovations, Auguste Escoffier to provide “all the refinement that the most recent occurred in 2012 which forced the a prince could desire in his own home.” The hotel he indsor suite pictured hotel to close for a 4-year period, reopening in occupies a lovely 4-storey 18th century townhouse with above is decorated to re ect 2016. The rooms and suites at the Ritz Paris offer its signature mansard roof at number 15 of the exclusive the styles of the u e and an incomparable ambience of refinement with pastel Place Vendôme in the 1st arrondissement. Shortly uchess of indsor. he colours, delicate wooden accents and antique objets after its opening the hotel established the renowned uchess’ favourite color d’art. The Prestige Suites are named after the hotel’s reputation that it holds to this day. The Ritz Paris was allis lue’ predominates most celebrated guests and have been decorated one of the first hotels with an en-suite bathroom; it was in draped curtains and to reflect their personalities. The only exception also one of the first equipped with electricity in each e uisite fabric of the Louis would be the Suite Impériale, which has become a room. The hotel became the epicentre of the Parisian -style furniture an Historic Monument, and features a replica of Mariesocial scene welcoming the Duke and the Duchess of elegant contrast with the Antoinette’s bedroom in Versailles.

Windsor, Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn, Princess pastel tones of the room.

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Offering 55sqm with views over the Grand Jardin or the Vendôme Terrace, the Grand Deluxe room exudes a very aristocratic air.

With a canopy bed to go with it, the Grand Deluxe room is an invitation to experience Paris in its purest neo-classical style. Woodwork, moldings, lithographs and "the charms of the past" harmoniously integrate state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. As an extension of the bedroom, this living space lends the room all the charm of a pied à terre in the heart of the French capital. A sofa, a coffee table and a beautiful fireplace invite you to while away the hours, work or even entertain comfortably — a home away from home.

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The Ritz Paris counts 16 unique Prestige Suites. Each one is like a little excerpt of what makes private Parisian mansions so special, and pays tribute to the illustrious guests who will forever embody the history of this iconic address. In Suite Ernest Hemingway, the carefully stocked library is a central feature of the living room, while littleknown photographs of the famed journalist and correspondent give the space true cachet. Suite F. Scott Fitzgerald is dressed in variations of gold fabrics and silks. The carved woodwork and padded velvet seats delicately highlight the black and white works, as well as shots of the dandy globetrotter. Suite Coco Chanel, like the iconic designer who decorated her suite herself in her day, is done entirely in black and white. There are photographs, drawings and works of art that originally belonged to the designer and are mostly unfamiliar to the general public.

With its mansard ceiling, Suite Maria Callas is an intimate refuge worthy of the greatest diva of all time, in a colour scheme of powdery pink and pastels, with views from the Eiffel Tower over the rooftops of the capital. Suite Charles Chaplin's vista of the Vendôme Column, the double salon, the filmmaker’s personal photos and memorabilia invite genuine enjoyment. Suite Chopin features a painted ceiling listed as a Historic Monument, with a grand piano in the living room. Done entirely in woodwork, like a private library, Suite Marcel Proust is tribute to one of French literature’s greatest writers.

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1 Suite Windsor, emblematic, majestic and extremely refined, occupies 163 sqm with a view of the Place Vendôme. It embodies all the prestige and charisma of one of the world’s most famous couples. From Duchess’s beloved pastel blue to naive prints, silks and carved woodwork, this suite subtly blends French aristocratic style with that of English royalty.

“Wallis Blue", the Duchess of Windsor’s favourite colour, brings a feminine touch to the suite proportions and canopied beds.

Natural light, a unified colour scheme and a selection of highly sophisticated furniture make this Prestige Suite uniquely fresh and cheery.

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Suite Vendôme, aristocratic and majestic, is a grandiloquent tribute to the square for which it is named, the most prestigious in Paris. Its living area is worthy of beautiful Parisian private mansions with two conversation areas and an immense bedroom, with meticulous attention to the tiniest details. The breathtaking view of the Vendôme Column exudes the art de vivre in a private mansion setting decorated in precious fabrics, with fine woodwork on the walls and doors, monumental fireplaces and crystal chandeliers. A fine example of French savoir-faire.

163 sqm with a view of the Place Vendôme.

All Deluxe Suites have a separate entrance. Their beautiful, spacious 90sqm living space comprises a living room that flows elegantly to the dining room.

In some rooms, rounded volumes enhance the charm of a 'historical' experience.

One never tires of the exceptional view over the Grand Jardin at the heart of these historic buildings.

Designed as exceptional apartments, these suites feature refined volumes and soaring ceilings.

4 Suite Impériale is inspired by the splendour of the Château de Versailles, yet overlooking Place Vendôme. This 218sqm Prestige Suite is unique in the world. It alone distills the most beautiful of tributes to the Royal Court of the Sun King and the French art de vivre of the time. A room identical to Marie-Antoinette's at the palace has a canopy bed draped in silk, splendid trumeau mirror and embellished chaise longue, a regal bathroom done entirely in carved wood features a surprising, large bathtub. In those rooms that are listed as Historic Monuments, one lingers to admire 6-metre-high ceilings and details.

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AN IRISH BEAUTY LIKE NO OTHER

www.ballyfin.com The Ballyfin Demesne house has long been admired as the most lavish Regency mansion in Ireland, and after eight years of restoration, Ballyfin re-opened in May 2011 as a 5-star country house hotel like no other. It offers the very best of Irish hospitality in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable. With only 20 bedrooms, and a private one bedroom Gardeners Cottage, for the 614 acre estate, this 5-star luxury hotel is the perfect place for a break from the stresses of the modern world and provides discretion and privacy like few other destinations. It is also the ideal place to book exclusively for a very special celebration.

At Ballyfin, stone walls enclose 614 acres of parkland, a lake and ancient woods, delightful garden buildings, follies and grottoes. The landscape, laid out in the mid-18th century, is among the finest examples in Ireland of the natural style of gardening inspired by ‘Capability’ Brown. There are many highlights that will keep garden lovers and outdoor enthusiasts exploring for days. These include the medieval-style tower, built as a folly in the 1860s, the walled garden with its formal borders and kitchen gardens, the abundant wildlife to be seen on early morning walks and the restored Edwardian rock garden.

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topic of discussion for visitors. Corte San Pietro is inspired by the “Wabi” In the heart of Matera’s ancient Rioni Sassi, a number of abandoned and spirit, created by Axel Vervoordt. The space’s history and disused structures, dating back to the 1600s, have been seduction are harmoniously combined with comfort and restored and reinvented to accommodate the new spaces From ia . uo i guests a refined, elegant design.The old houses on the ground of a “Borgo Albergo Diffuso” – the Corte San Pietro. are welcome by the finely floor have been transformed into refined hotel rooms, Fernando and Marisa Ponte, together with a young furnished and cosy reception overlooking a courtyard which, thanks to the patient Materan architect Daniela Amoroso, realised the project. from where they may work of recovering the original pavement (the so-called Superfluous elements have been eliminated and the texture access the private internal “chiancarelle”), has been returned to its former glory. Lit of the original, ancient tuft walls and vaults have been courtyard into the ancient by candle-light, it welcomes guests to an evocative and highlighted. The historical structure has been laid bare and unique hotel Corte San cozy place of warmth and protection. as an architectural testimony and a point of interest and Pietro in Matera.

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THROUGH THE AGES www.chateaugudanes.com

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a businessman, seized the opportunity to purchase the château when Château de Gudanes probably began construction in 1745 when Louisit was sold. Ennobled in 1824, the d’Astrié de Gudanes family began Gaspard de Sales, Marquis de Gudanes, inherited the title and lands of living on the property. As the château was passed down through the the vast baronnie de Gudanes, after the death of his father. With an generations, features were added while others were restored. In 1994, influential position at the Parlement de Toulouse, Louis-Gaspard was it was classified as a historic monument by the Ministry in a position to employ Parisian architect Ange-Jacques Château de Gudanes is a Class of Culture and Communication, and unresolved dispute Gabriel (who designed Le Petit Trianon in Versailles 1 Historical Monument. The over how it could be converted into a hotel caused and the Place de la Concorde) to envision Château de ongoing work and restoration the château to fall into disrepair. Finally, in 2013, after Gudanes in the latest fashionable style, on the site of an are made possible through the four years on the real estate market, and almost three earlier fortress, dating back to the 13th century, which experiences offered to guests years of negotiations, the acquisition by the Waters also belonged to the Marquis de Sales. In the aftermath every summer and the support family turned a new page of the Château de Gudanes as of the French Revolution, Château de Gudanes no from volunteers. restorations continue today. longer belonged to the de Sales family. Pierre Astrié,

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THE GRAMERCY PARK HOTEL, NEW YORK www.gramercyparkhotel.com This landmark hotel located in the heart of New York City has been home to creative minds and distinguished guests for nearly nine decades. The hotel is a modern take on the traditional grand hotel, with its custom-designed, handcrafted furnishings and rotating collection of 20th century artwork, including masterpieces from Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Every room in this boutique hotel features unique luxury amenities -- imported linens, cutting-edge artwork and luxurious care products.

Whether dining at Danny Meyer’s acclaimed Italian eatery Maialino or enjoying specialty cocktails under the soaring ceilings of the exclusive Rose Bar, Gramercy Park Hotel delivers exceptional guest experiences. And with a rooftop terrace providing stunning views and a key to Gramercy Park, Manhattan’s only private park, Gramercy Park Hotel guests have access to the very best of New York City.

The Gramercy Park Hotel received its 21st century facelift from Oscar-nominated director and artist Julian Schnabel with a distinct Renaissance-revival concept.

He was inspired by the vivid colors and artistry of this era, clearly shown in the bold palette chosen for the walls, curtains, upholstery and carpets. Every piece of furniture was specially selected for the hotel, and many of them, like the handcrafted Moroccan tiles and Italian fireplaces, were imported from far-away markets.

Schnabel himself cast a more literal hand on the space, forging the hotel’s bronze door handles, curtain rods and bronze concierge table, which retains his fingerprints to this day. The result of the carefully curated, eclectic collection of custom and rare pieces is an environment that is at once regal, relaxed, and ultimately, transporting.

Since 1925, it has hosted some of the world’s most influential stars: from Humphrey Bogart, Babe Ruth and John F. Kennedy to musicians like the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Madonna and U2, giving it the legendary rock-and-roll edge it maintains today.

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Ralph Lauren is the quintessential American luxury fashion designer. Brands such as his take a much more democratic approach to the marketplace.

RALPH LAUREN, EXTREME ELEGANCE www.ralphlauren.com The fall 2021 women’s collection celebrates the luxury of comfort with an attitude of modern femininity. Tailored menswear silhouettes in pattern-onpattern plaids and soft tweeds, combined with the glamour of luxurious hand knit-sweaters and the personal touch of unique accessories create an eclectic style - one that travels with sensual ease from town to country, from day to night. Fine wools and cashmere recall the traditions of town and country; jogger pants and sneakers bring a more casual spirit to tailored silhouettes. A palette of olive greens, deep browns, and charcoal grey creates a timeless backdrop for Ralph Lauren’s personal style philosophy. A new range of accessories is introduced to the Ralph Lauren icons - The Welington Collection. Inspired

by Ralph Lauren’s enduring passion for the equestrian sporting tradition, the collection incorporates the sleek contours of the stirrup, one of Ralph Lauren’s most iconic motifs. Decidedly eclectic yet refreshingly effortless, the exclusive collection is comprised of women’s and men’s handbags, shoes, belts, small leather goods, watches, and jewellery.

Ralph Lauren celebrates his fall 2021 women’s and men’s Purple Label Collection in the heart of Milan. The new campaign embraces the style, energy, and optimism of the brand’s global influence, with the charm and effortless sophistication of the Italian luxury capital. “There is something about Milan that touches me – the romance of winding cobbled streets, the rich patina of ancient facades and wrought-iron balconies, the mystery of hidden courtyards and small cafes, the sound of bells marking the time of day and a way of living that moves at a slightly slower, more personal pace.

These are the things woven together that inspired the special character, elegance, and sophisticated charm of my fall collections for women and men – a modern tradition of timeless style to celebrate today.” Shot in film format along the cobblestone streets of the enchanted city, the fall 2021 campaign encapsulates the quintessential and irreverent style of the Milanese lifestyle. The season’s collections celebrate the city’s influence in fine tailoring with an eclectic mix of modern sportswear and heritage suiting, while also introducing a new standard in accessories craftsmanship with the introduction of The Welington Collection.

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“There is something about Milan that touches me - the romance of winding cobbled streets, the rich patina of ancient facades and wrought-iron balconies, the mystery of hidden courtyards and small cafes, the sound of bells marking the time of day and a way of living that moves at a slightly slower, more personal pace.” - Ralph Lauren

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Shot in film format along the cobblestone streets of Milan, the Fall 2021 campaign encapsulates the city’s quintessential and irreverent lifestyle through the lens of the new collection.

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