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ELEGANCE Vienna Philharmonic BEAUTY Tom Ford Beauty FASHION Celine’s New Collection ELEGANCE Red is The Power Tie TRADITION Denmark’s Blue Hors COLUMN From Aspirational to Inspirational TRAVEL Harrods Path to Sustainability EQUESTRIAN Royal Windsor Horse Show JEWELLERY New Maharajahs by Boucheron JEWELLERY The Eternal Twins by Graff WATCHES Richard Mille & Ferrari’s RM UP-01 ELEGANCE The List WATCHES Van Cleef & Arpels’ Heures Florales AUTOMOTIVE The Huracán Tecnica AUTOMOTIVE The 1967 Ford GT40 MK IVBY AVIATION Mercedes AMG for Lufthansa Technik

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EMPIRE CLOCK “NYMPHE À LA COQUILLE” www.apolloartantiques.nl This Empire clock from Paris, circa 1810, depicts “Nymphe À La Coquille”, who some sources refer to as Venus. However, she can be Latona, a daughter of Titans in Greco-Roman mythology. Zeus conceived her with the divine twins Artemis and Apollo. Hera, Zeus’ jealous wife, wanted to prevent Latona’s delivery. Even after Latona’s delivery she was thwarted, as by the Lycian farmers who did not want Latona to stay and scoop water from a shallow pool with a conch to quench her thirst, as told in the “Metamorphoses” by Roman poet Ovid.

Empire clock “Nymphe à la Coquille”

The 8-day movement with a wire suspension pendulum strikes the hour and half hour on a bell. The clock is in excellent and perfect working condition, and has recently been serviced by a professional clock maker. 51 cm high, 52 cm wide, 16 cm deep, weighing 17.1 kg, the clock comes complete with its pendulum, key and bell.

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This spectacular and large gilt bronze Empire clock “Nymphe à la Coquille”, attributed to Claude Galle, has a bastion-shaped case which holds the movement of this clock. On top of this case we see a scene of a young woman sitting on a meadow full with flowers. She is holding a shell in her right hand which she is using to take water from a small pond. This scene is clearly inspired by the marble sculpture “Nymphe à la Coquille”. This sculpture, which was previously owned by Camille Borghèse, is currently

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This Empire clock from Paris, circa 1810, has gilt bronze ornamentation in the form of two river gods, mascarons and palmettes. The sculpture of the woman has clearly been sculpted and chiseled by a great master, like Claude Galle.

in the collection of the Louvre Museum in Paris. The movement of this clock has a white enameled dial with black enameled Roman numerals. Beside it are figurative plaques of Tritons blowing their horns. And to the side of the clock case we see two dolphins. The base of this Empire clock “Nymphe á la Coquille” has a beautifully chiseled bas-relief showing us a classic processional scene with Amor on his chariot, and groups of women, probably on their way to a wedding ceremony.

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Image © Dieter Nagl Only a member of the Vienna State Opera Orchestra can get into the Vienna Philharmonic.

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THE VIENNA PHILHARMONIC www.wienerphilharmoniker.at The orchestra’s close association with Vienna’s rich musical history is evident in the statements of countless pre-eminent composers: Richard Wagner described the orchestra as one of the most outstanding in the world; Anton Bruckner called it “the most superior musical association”; Johannes Brahms counted himself as a “friend and admirer”; Gustav Mahler connected with it through “the bonds of musical art”; and Richard Strauss summarised these sentiments by saying: “All praise of the Vienna Philharmonic reveals itself as understatement.”

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Score to inform its decision-making, communicate expectations with Years of dedicated development and evaluation have culminated in the suppliers, and prioritize raw materials, product types as well as product publication of the peer-reviewed manuscript, “Applying Green Chemistry forms. The methodology is currently being leveraged by its formulation to Raw Material Selection and Product Formulation at The Estée Lauder laboratories around the world to guide innovation for Companies,” newly published in Green Chemistry, The Estée Lauder Companies greener alternatives and to assess new product launches the Royal Society of Chemistry’s journal. The authors (ELC), whose family of while maintaining performance standards. Green Scores transparently share the Green Score’s methodology, data brands includes TOM FORD have already been calculated for all individual materials sources and unique framework to quantitively evaluate BEAUTY, has released its and formulations across ELC’s in-house skincare, hair ingredients and formulas across its in-house portfolio of Green Score methodology care and makeup portfolios. Additionally, all formulators prestige beauty products through the lenses of human to assess and measure the throughout the organization have been trained to use health, ecosystem health and the environment. By sustainability of ingredients the quantitative tool to assess the sustainability of their publicly sharing ELC’s approach, the company aims to and formulas based on green formulations in real time, so they can make educated encourage sustainable innovation across the consumer chemistry principles. choices about which ingredients to include. products industry. ELC will continue to use the Green

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TUX APPEAL BY RALPH LAUREN. A MAN WITH TUXEDO IS A MAN WITH SOME PLACE TO GO www.ralphlauren.com Black tie does not necessarily be synonymous with uniform, says the writer and men’s style expert David Coggins. On the contrary, tuxedo is an opportunity for bold sartorial experiments, which shows the true style of a man. The tuxedo is one of the uniforms that know no time. It values men even when they themselves are not aware of it. Together with gin, vermouth and a curl of lemon, it makes up the formula for perfect elegance. A man in a tuxedo is a man who knows where to go, and it is an important place.

caliber, such as Winston Churchill and Oscar Wilde. And worthy of He may have to direct an opera, collect an Academy Award, or simply you, of course. If after wearing a velvet jacket three times you don’t fall participate in a game of baccarat at the big players’ table. All too often, in love with it, I’ll offer you a drink (but you’ll have to wear the jacket men turn pale when reading the words “Black Tie” printed at the bottom wherever we meet). of an invitation, as if they were going to audition. Maybe because they If you own velvet slippers and have been waiting for the right moment are terrified of the memories of when they were forced to rent horrible to show them off, that time has come. And if you’ve been waiting for tuxedos for the prom? All this is understandable, but short-sighted. the time to buy a pair, that time has come too. It is also a good time to An impeccably cut tuxedo is perfect on traditionalists, like Fred Astaire, learn how to tie a bow tie. And if you want to do something like wearing and iconoclasts, like Ralph Lauren (we’ll talk about him in a bit). a black velvet bow tie, then do it without hesitation. There is no longer Personally I consider myself a classicist fond of the basic combination: a need for you to wear a tuxedo sash, but if you decide to do so, please peak lapels and single button. It is a foolproof approach, but it is not the make sure it is not red. With too much red in your tuxedo you could be only one. A few years ago I was browsing the Ralph Lauren flagship on mistaken for a Christmas decoration.

Madison Avenue and I noticed some beautiful tuxedos with a slightly There are many rules for evening wear that you can break, but you can’t different look than usual. As I got closer, I realized that they had a wear an old black suit and call it a tuxedo. You can, however, reinterpret feature that I would never have imagined. They were brown. Brown? a tuxedo, without having to apologize for it.

That’s right! Paired with a cream colored shirt and brown bow tie, they Some mistakes with the tuxedo are personal. I must confess that, for my were truly stunning. I didn’t think it was possible. They looked bold prom, I wore a tuxedo jacket and a pair of jeans - an admirable effort and classic at the same time, as is the case with many of the best insights. that I was not in a position to afford. Do you know who can wear a It is the power of the imagination, and an example of what fashion can tuxedo jacket and a pair of jeans? Ralph Lauren. With be. You learn the rules and follow them until you realize Writer and men’s style expert this look he appears cheerful, elegant and, above all, he it’s time to force them a little and see what happens. It David Coggins marvels: “Do appears himself. was a kind of celebration, like drinking champagne or you know who can wear a This is also what makes tuxedos so glamorous. They walking along the Seine. tuxedo jacket and a pair of are a kind of bond that invites you to experiment with Nowadays, a brown tuxedo is reserved only for very jeans? Ralph Lauren. With variations, a bit like a haiku. And, ultimately, they make confident men. If you don’t feel ready for it yet, a velvet this look he appears cheerful, no man appear the same as another. On the contrary, jacket is a great compromise for adapting the Black Tie elegant and, above all, he they make us look more like ourselves. If you want to code to your personality. Bordeaux. Emerald. Navy appears himself.” find out something about a man, look at him in a tuxedo. blue. Exceptional shades, worthy of men of a certain

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RED IS THE POWER TIE www.tomford.com to be overturned to this day. Over the past few decades, high-profile bow tie It is said that the tradition of adorning the neck with a knotted piece of fabric connoisseurs have pioneered a movement that has led to a redefining of the dates back to the 17th century. The Croatian soldiers of the Thirty Years War bow tie. By articulating it in ways in which it was not originally intended (1618-1648) were one of the first documented peoples to don a necktie, which to be worn, the bow tie has been moved outside of its rigid categorisation they used to keep together the collars of their shirts. French soldiers brought of only being appropriate for formal wear. From the foppish looks of style the look back home with them after the war, and by the 1700s neckties were mavens Karl Lagerfeld and Manolo Blahnik, to the quirky widely adopted by the upper classes, marking the time when guise of comedians Charlie Chaplin and Pee-wee Herman, neckties became a main feature in men’s dress. In October of “Care, time and a certain level to the iconic stud looks of Fred Astaire and Frank Sinatra, 1886, Pierre Lorillard designed a new style of formal wear, and of craftsmanship are needed to the nerdy looks of Bill Nye the Science Guy and Orville wore it to a formal ball held at the Tuxedo club. Named after to create something that’s truly Redenbacher, the bow tie has found itself as a compliment his family’s estate in Tuxedo Park (an area just outside of New beautiful,” says designer Tom to a great many varying ensembles. “Care, time and a certain York City), Lorillard’s tuxedo became an instant hit among Ford of his luxury suiting. The level of craftsmanship are needed to create something that is other wealthy fashion enthusiasts. The tuxedo and black bow traditional bow tie is sized and truly beautiful,” says designer Tom Ford of his luxury suiting. tie look, which became known as “black tie” attire, quickly of a fixed length, knotted in The traditional bow tie is usually sized and of a fixed length, outmoded the antiquated tailcoat and white bow tie as the the batwing, thistle or singleknotted in the batwing, thistle or single-ended styles. primary formal outfit for men, a fashion change that has yet ended styles.

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For more than a century, Rolex’s quest for excellence through continuous improvement and innovation has underpinned all of the company’s activities in its watchmaking and all its engagements. As part of Perpetual Excellence, Rolex seeks partnerships with individuals and organisations in the arts and in sport who set the highest standards of performance. Rolex’s support for equestrianism extends across the three Olympic disciplines of show jumping, eventing and dressage.The brand’s longstanding relationship with equestrian sport is highlighted by its partnerships with the world’s premier events and competitions, and its role as founding supporter of two of the most demanding challenges for competitors in the sport: The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping, launched in 2013; The Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing, launched in 2001. The four Majors that comprise the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping are all partners of the brand: The Dutch Masters (Netherlands) in March; Main Sponsor since 2014; CHIO Aachen (Germany) in May; Main Sponsor since 1999; CSIO Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament (Canada) in September; Presenting Sponsor since 1989; CHI Geneva (Switzerland) in December; Presenting Sponsor since 1996.

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From Aspirational to Inspirational: Is Purpose the New Luxury Product?

PAOLA CILLO

Professor of Innovation Management Bocconi University

EMANUELA PRANDELLI

Professor of Technology & Innovation Management Bocconi University

New big trends more and more rapidly cross cutting the entire world landscape are putting under discussion the same notion of luxury we have universally referred to. Luxury has always been synonymous of aspirational exclusivity, mainly set by selective distribution and unaffordability from a price point perspective, usually justified by superior product quality rooted in a longlasting brand heritage. It is this unique legitimation which comes from the past, from a well-established tradition of distinctive craftmanship, that has extraordinarily contributed to make each brand unique, as many luxury companies have tried to emphasize by creating their own museums and opening their original plants to final consumers. According to this traditional view, luxury products are just for limited elites, mainly identified on the basis of their superior purchasing power, consistently with the original theory suggested at the end of the XIX century by the sociologist Thorstein Veblen (1924), who introduced the notion of conspicuous consumption aiming at showing off economic power or what we call now status signaling. Today, however, this notion of luxury has been put under discussion and luxury is becoming a more nuanced concept, in a context where markets are becoming more and more global, products genderless and ageless to address a more and more fluid society, made of customers who are more and more open to new consumption modes, to the idea of even replacing access to ownership and to a new preference for living unique experiences more than buying exclusive objects.

How luxury companies have to change their approach to address a more inclusive and deeply connected society? By rooting their value proposition into clear, distinguishing values, that are made credible by their consistency with an immersive culture contaminating the entire organization and shaping all its own behaviors, at any level, inside and outside its own perimeter. It’s no longer enough pretending to have a coherent message to communicate into the market to make unique and authentic the brand positioning. Fashion and luxury companies need today to permeate their own behaviors with the values they explicitly adhere to, in order to retaliate and consolidate a cohesive segment of preferences into the market. These values are even more powerful when they are at the core and actually inform the same purpose of the organization, intended as the reason to be, the essence that motivates its presence into the market. This means that even for luxury companies offering an expensive value proposition is no longer enough to be desirable. In a culturally enriched environment, where customers are sharing experiences and opinions on a systematic basis within their own digitally extended community of peers, the essence of the same brand positioning is rooted in the differentiating message the company is sending out through its own actions and the position taken into the ongoing social debate. When Pierpaolo Piccioli, the designer of Valentino Maison, creates and wears a sweater with the icon logo of the brand saying “V for Vaccinated”, it is evident that the company is no longer simply selling a new capsule collection into the market: it is taking a clear, discriminating position into a very delicate, enlarged discussion going on into the public opinion, stating unequivocally where the company is sided, far beyond the traditional assigned role in setting the aesthetics of the new season. In this way it is clearly consolidating a lump of appreciation into a portion of the market, but it also running the risk to lose another portion of clients who are differently sided. The core point is that not taking a clear position and trying to be pleasant to anyone is putting the company in the even more dangerous condition to potentially loose everyone into a market where customers are consuming meanings before products.

Within an inclusive society we recognize a new geography, where a purely economic elite is replaced by a new cultural one, defined on the basis of mastered knowledge and competence. In this context, a luxury brand can no longer be “simply” aspirational thanks to its unaffordable prices: it has to become also inspirational, thanks to the distinguishing values it can share with the targeted audience through an effective story-telling.

Of course, economic exclusivity is not disappearing, but it is going to be enhanced into a new and more sophisticated inclusivity based on common values to recognize and identify in. This is the scene where luxury

In the current context, a luxury brand can no longer be “simply” aspirational thanks to its unaffordable prices: it has to become also inspirational, thanks to the distinguishing values it can share with the targeted audience through an effective story-telling. has to redefine its own essence, shifting from exclusivity to uniqueness. Being expensive and accessible only to a few is no longer per se enough to be desirable.

Customers are more and more frequently looking at the true purpose of the company and the coherent actions in which it is going to be embodied in, when they have to decide which player deserves to gain their preferences and the related shares of wallets.

The organization’s focus on a clear and consistent purpose not only helps consolidate a solid segment of loyal customers, but it also enhances the same brand stretchability and degrees of freedom in pursuing new strategic directions. A brand such as Patagonia is well known for its straightforward choice to support sustainability much before every company in the industry started to talk about that (and eventually play with greenwashing to shortcut the way to reach it).

They have been smart enough not only to associate the brand with the “simple” usage of sustainable fibers or carbon neutral manufacturing processes, but they have really embodied the sustainable mission into each single company’s behavior and action. Not only they have invested millions of dollars in annual contributions to environmental causes and land conservation, but they also offer generous benefits and an employeecentric workplace, as well as they are well recognized by customers for their honest campaigns, such as the “Don’t Buy This Jacket” one, which just had its tenth anniversary. Legendary in fashion and marketing circles, it recently promoted sustainability by discouraging potential customers from buying their product in a full-page ad in the Black Friday edition of the New York Times. They really show in a very consistent way to follow their purpose as a guide. And actions follow consistently. This complete and authentic adherence to a sustainable purpose translated into sustainable values and behaviors has allowed the company to stretch its business into blockchain technology solutions to be provided to different industrial players that want to offer customers guarantees about the traceability and transparency of their production processes. A clear proof that a solid purpose - which goes much beyond a pure marketing statement - together with consistent values and actions, also brings promising business benefits.

In luxury fashion, the movement towards purpose and inclusion has been kicked off by Gucci. Alessandro Michele’s creations have since the very beginning carried more than aspirational, high-quality creations, but inspirational symbols. The “My Body, My Choice” pieces of 2019 collection are a clear statement in favor of women’s choice about their body, openly parading the brand aside a woman deliberate decision about herself from body appearance to abortion. Also, the brand has taken a strong stand towards sustainability practices with its CEO, Marco Bizzari, launching a “CEO Carbon Neutral Challenge” and openly inviting CEOs from different industries to join Gucci’s challenge to commit revising the protocols and practices of their respective business to achieve in the shortest possible time the objective of carbon neutrality. This more strategic call has been then followed by different initiatives always in the scope of sustainability, that have involved the design of the new collections as well. For example, the Gucci “Off the Grid” collection has been ideated since inception with a collaborative effort among different departments of the company, in order to find the perfect solution allowing the production of pieces completely developed by using recycled, regenerated, and sustainable materials. This is another example that purpose goes well beyond a simple statement and requires a full alignment of an organization’s practices and behaviors to follow with the statements. The shift from being aspirational to being inspirational really requires a full commitment of all departments of the organization, because values and purpose are authentic only if perceived in every single product, action, and message a company shares with its audience.

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WORLD OF LOUIS VUITTON uk.louisvuitton.com Surrounded by eight centuries of French history, trunks of the past and future come together, creating a surprising effect. In elegant rooms and bedchambers, the Maison’s trunks and hard-sided boxes find their natural place among Gobelins tapestries, chandeliers and finely gilded woodwork. Showcasing unparalleled savoirfaire and craftsmanship, Louis Vuitton perpetrates the noble trunk-making traditions of its founder, promising to protect both clients’ everyday essentials as well as their most precious belongings.

Louis Vuitton unveils two new precious leather workshops in the French town of Vendôme at the historic Trinity Abbey and the new eco-designed Oratoire.

The inauguration of the two most recent ateliers demonstrate the Maison’s commitment to developing its high-end craftsmanship through local employment, training and upskilling talent from diverse backgrounds. Over time, Louis Vuitton plans on hiring 400 leather artisans for both the ateliers Abbaye Vendôme and Oratoire. By the end of 2024, an additional estimated 1,000 people will be hired throughout 18 ateliers in France, in addition to the nearly 4,800 Louis Vuitton employs today.. Carried out over three years in partnership with the town and under the supervision of the Monuments Historiques,

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Louis Vuitton completely restored the centuries-old Trinity Abbey, giving it a new lease of life while preserving its patina. Today, the historic monument has transformed into an extraordinary four-story atelier working with precious leathers to create a wide range of the Maison’s models. Reconnecting with the region’s long tradition of leatherwork, Louis Vuitton is committed to preserving and perpetuating this unique savoir-faire locally through the site’s Ecole des Savoir-Faire, an extensive apprenticeship program, and a gallery space with exceptional archival pieces.

In addition to the Abbey, across town Louis Vuitton has inaugurated a second workshop in Vendôme named the Oratoire. Architecturally optimised, the appropriate materials were chosen in order to conserve heat or cool air depending on the season, as well as the use of natural ventilation techniques that lower the site’s energy consumption. The use of natural light reduces electricity consumption and ensures a pleasant work environment for the teams. Echoing the Maison’s commitment to preserving natural resources, the use of recycled or eco-friendly building materials have been opted for. For example, the structure is made from 100% recycled metal and FSC-certified wood, ensuring the sustainable management of the forests it comes from.

HARRODS PATH TO SUSTAINABILITY www.harrods.com Home to over 5000 brands, shop designer fashion and accessories, luxury beauty, fine jewellery and watches, food, furniture and others, Harrods offers numerous events and services in addition to merchandise in store and online: previews, launches, masterclasses, pop-ups, consultations, exhibitions, bespoke services and much more. The department store is part of the Harrods Group which comprises Harrods Estates, Harrods Interior Design and Harrods Aviation. Harrods Estates boasts a unique portfolio of exclusive and sought-after properties, from residential sales and lettings to property management and acquisitions. Harrods Interior Design caters to projects of any size with its tailored service and multidisciplinary practice of designers, architects and stylists who deliver luxury interior design, light-touch refurbishment, and seasonal styling solutions. Harrods Aviation, the leading business aviation service provider and offers high quality FBO services, providing aircraft handling services, as well as fixed-wing and helicopter maintenance services, at London Stansted and London Luton airports.

or purchase a reusable juco bag in store, made from 70 percent jute, 21 Looking firmly towards the future, the strategy “Harrods Path to a percent recycled cotton and 9 percent cotton. Working towards more Sustainable Future” is built on four pillars, each working towards sustainable distribution, Supply Chain Director Simon Finch says, “We a clear sustainability goal aligned to Harrods’ people, products, have now removed all plastic from our outbound distribution, finding partnerships and operations. Michael Ward, Managing Director, said, suitable replacements such as paper jiffy bags and paper tape. In turn, “Harrods is a business that has always stood for the highest standards. this has reduced our carbon footprint. The amount of bubble wrap we As we look towards the future, it is clear that the most important used in 2020 would fill 32 trailers, but the same meterage of the hex standards we will be held to will be demonstrating how we as a business wrap we now use could be delivered in just one. We’re also halfway operate responsibly and sustainably, and with the lowest impact on towards a fully electric small-van delivery fleet.” the environment. We are on the path towards our ambitious plans to The Food Hall sends zero waste to landfill and much of the food across operate as a leading sustainable luxury business. We have made huge the Food Halls and restaurants has been prepared on site in order to progress but will continue to push ourselves every day to improve minimise waste. All surplus food is donated to local food banks and and think big in our sustainability journey.” Harrods’ iconic green charities. Harrods has partnered with a specialist to convert cooking carrier bag, unchanged for almost 50 years, is being overhauled. All oil into energy and biofuel. Anything that cannot be redistributed plastic carrier bags have been removed from across all Harrods stores is sent for anaerobic digestion, where the food waste and have been replaced with a 100 percent recyclable is converted into methane for electricity production. and sustainably sourced paper carrier bag made from “We are on the path towards Leftover organic material is used as a natural fertiliser 40 percent recycled materials. The FSC® label on the our ambitious plans to operate for crops in Hertfordshire and urban farms in London. paper carrier bags means that the paper is responsibly as a leading sustainable luxury Harrods sources and treats its own water, obtained from sourced, helping to take care of the world’s forests. It business. We have made huge three boreholes underneath the store which were built continues to focus on reducing consumption of carrier progress but will continue to push in the late 1800s. Eighty percent of the water is treated bags and will remove Harrods bags entirely from the ourselves every day to improve through reverse osmosis for quality drinking water, Food Halls and Gift Shop, the highest consumption and think big in our sustainability while 20 percent is treated by our Nano Filtration plant areas, in early 2022. Customers are invited to bring journey,” said Michael Ward, and used for hairdressing and cooling towers. their own bag, fill an existing bag with multiple items Managing Director.

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We are all One Ocean

LE GRAND MAG with ONE OCEAN FOUNDATION.

One Ocean Foundation - OOF - was born from the first Italian forum on the theme of the protection of the sea, the One Ocean Forum, wanted by the prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda to celebrate its 50th anniversary with an event that would have a concrete impact for the future.

Developed in partnership with the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO and SDA Bocconi Sustainability Lab, the One Ocean Forum was held at the Franco Parenti Theatre in October 2017. The speakers were represented by a large panel of experts that addressed an audience of about 500 people. Durng the Forum the Charta Smeralda was launched, an ethical code of ethics for those who live or love and respect the sea, and the promotion of commitments by companies to reduce their environmental impact. The Charta Smeralda can be signed online on the website of One Ocean Foundation (https://www.1ocean.org/chartasmeralda) as a concrete commitment by anyone interested in the protection of the sea.

The First edition of Milan Ocean Week successfully concluded.

It ended on Sunday, June 12 in Darsena dei Navigli, at the headquarters of the Associazione Marinai d’Italia, the first edition of Milano Ocean Week, five days of events, meetings, debates and exhibitions on the sea and its protection organized by One Ocean Foundation to promote the awareness that “We are all one ocean” and how essential the seas are for the life of the entire human race and not only for coastal areas. Following the interest generated by this first edition, Milan Ocean Week will become a regular event starting next year.

The initiative had started on June 8, World Oceans Day, with the involvement of 250 students from high schools in Milan and the Province at BAM – Biblioteca degli Alberi Milano (Milan Tree Library), and continued with exhibitions and educational workshops. While on the evening of June 9, the Onde Sonore concert brought together hundreds of people in the park of the BAM - Biblioteca degli Alberi Milano. In

the meantime, the ocean sailor and One Ocean Foundation Ambassador Ambrogio Beccaria was a guest at Uno Mattina TV program on Italian television first channel RAI 1, bringing to a wide audience instance for the protection of the sea. Ambrogio’s concern for the oceans is being realized in his ocean solo sailing project “Alla Grande,” with Pirelli on board as the main and lead sponsor.

The first day of Milan Ocean Week, which was held in conjunction with Design Week, ended downtown in the Fashion District. At 6 p.m., Deputy Mayor Anna Scavuzzo officially inaugurated Via Gesù as Via per il Mare OneOceanStreetMilano, cutting the blue ribbon together with Sciakè and Riccardo Bonadeo, president of One Ocean Foundation. The historic street has changed its appearance thanks to new street furniture, 80 planters made from 2 tons of recycled abandoned at-sea fishing nets, an initiative of the Via Gesù Association with London-based start-up Supernovas.

The Milan Ocean Week schedule saw the Ocean Talks, curated by journalist Fabio Pozzo, and hosted at Milan’s Centrale dell’Acqua. The opening was a meeting with Hugo Vau, the Portuguese surfer, who surfed the world’s highest wave and spoke about his relationship with the sea, as did, the following day, freediver Chiara Obino, one of only 5 women in the world to have descended below 100 meters. Concluding the talks was a dialogue, moderated by Pietro Raitano, director of Centrale dell’Acqua, between Sandro Carniel, member of the One Ocean Foundation Scientific Committee and author of the book “The Sea That Rises” as well as numerous other publications, and Ambrogio Beccaria with his competitive solo sailing project “Alla Grande.”

Giorgio Armani supported Milano Ocean Week by organizing a talk at Armani/Silos during which Professor Pogutz of SDA Bocconi Sustainability Lab, who presented his research conducted with One Ocean Foundation to better understand the direct and indirect impact that different industries, including fashion, have on the planet’s seas. The outcome of this research is embodied in a new project, the ODI - Ocean Disclosure Initiative, which will enable the business world and investors to assess the impact of business activities on the marine ecosystem. The discussion was moderated

by Stefano Galassi, Innovation Advisor and Ambassador of One Ocean Foundation.

On Sunday, June 12, the Italian Navy Fanfare was performed at three different locations in Milan. In the morning among the promenades of BAM - Biblioteca degli Alberi Milano, as a foretaste to the Dialoghi per l’Ambiente event with Fondazione Corriere della Sera. Then, in the afternoon, from Piazza della Scala to Piazza Duomo, crossing the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele for the first time ever, and finally in Darsena dei Navigli. The first edition of Milan Ocean Week ended with the signing of the Charta Smeralda, the code of ethics of One Ocean Foundation, by the Associazione Nazionale Marinai d’Italia and the Lega Navale Italiana.

Riccardo Bonadeo, president of One Ocean Foundation: “I would like to thank all those who collaborated to make this first edition of Milan Ocean Week a success, starting with the institutions that guaranteed us their support, the Prefecture, the City of Milan, and the Italian Navy. Then our partners, who every year renew their support for the many activities developed by the Foundation, the partners of Milano Ocean

Week, Giorgio Armani, Pirelli, and the Cultural partner Fondazione Catella, with the initiatives shared within BAM’s cultural program. Finally, thanks to the Foundation’s Scientific Committee and Ambassadors, staff, and many young volunteers, from tomorrow we will start working for the second edition to be held in June 2023.”

Anna Scavuzzo, Deputy Mayor of Milan: “I would like to thank everyone, but especially the youth who took part in large numbers in the many activities of Milan Ocean Week, an initiative that dovetailed perfectly with the Salone del Mobile and Fuorisalone week. I think we were able to bring within these events the invitation to a sense of responsibility towards the sea that each of us wants to share. Good experiences need to consolidate and become good habits, Milan does not have the sea but there are many Milanese who love the sea, so we bring it, we will certainly repeat this experience with great educational value.”

Rear Admiral Pierpaolo Ribuffo, Maritime Commander North: “The Italian Navy is enthusiastic about this initiative, you love and protect only what you know and deeply understand, the work of spreading this awareness towards the sea by One Ocean Foundation is particularly meritorious, so as Navy we are on board.”

Milan Ocean Week is an initiative of One Ocean Foundation, sponsored by the Municipality of Milan, with support from the Milan Prefecture and the Italian Navy, carried out in collaboration with Cultural partner Fondazione Riccardo Catella through initiatives within the cultural program of BAM - Biblioteca degli Alberi Milano, with the Museum of Natural History, the Civic Aquarium, the Milan Waterworks and the Associazione Nazionale Marinai d’Italia.

In addition to One Ocean Foundation partners, the event sees the support of Giorgio Armani, which has long included ocean protection among its sustainability pillars. Also supporting the first edition of Milan Ocean Week is Pirelli, which considers sustainability a central element of every corporate activity. The company is also the main and lead sponsor of the ocean sailing project “Alla Grande” by Ambrogio Beccaria, who became an OOF Ambassador, thanks to Pirelli, to develop specific projects on the theme of ocean protection.

Special thanks to Kurt Arrigo, photographer, and Ambassador of One Ocean Foundation for kindly granting the rights to use his images.

The Foundation has chosen to make the event Milano Ocean Week, Carbon Neutral. Thanks to our partner @Up2You, we calculated the nonreducible CO2 emissions produced by the event and neutralized them with projects certified to the highest international standards, Verified Carbon Standard and Gold Standard. This means that for every kilogram of CO2 produced by the event, as much CO2 will be captured, thus going to zero impact of the event. Our commitment is visible on Registry, Up2You’s public registry, where the amount of CO2 neutralized and the projects supported are publicly searchable. In addition, to ensure maximum security and transparency, carbon credits are certified on Blockchain.

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The Rolex Grand Prix provided a fitting finale to the 4-day Show in 2022, with the finest horse and riders in action to compete for the prestigious prize, which went to Gregory Wathelet.

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Since its first edition in 1943, Royal Windsor Horse Show has continued to run every year since World War II and is now the only show in the U.K. to host international competitions in Show Jumping, Dressage, Driving and Endurance. The feature CSI5* class of the 2022 finale, the Rolex Grand Prix, saw the first to go in the jump-off, Belgian Gregory Wathelet, laid down the gauntlet with the tightest of turns to the Rolex double at the far end of the arena and flying down to the final fence to set the time to beat of 34.79 seconds aboard Nevados S. Wathelet said, “It is amazing to win a Grand Prix, especially a Rolex Grand Prix. I jumped in the Nations Cup at La Baule last week and the horse was jumping really well, so I was confident coming to Royal Windsor that he was on great form. It was a tough course which was very up to height, but I thought there would be more clears from the top combinations. Even though there weren’t many riders in the jumpoff you still have to go fast and clear to win. The Show is incredible, the atmosphere and the crowds are amazing, all of the riders love coming here.”

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competition features the world’s best show jumpers and carriage drivers in action.

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her beloved Fell Pony, Balmoral Leia, being crowned The Horse & Hound Mountain and Moorland Supreme In-Hand Champion Image © Royal Windsor Horse Show / Rose Lewis

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自1906年Anderson & Sheppard的团队一直致力 于前台、剪裁或剪裁领域，以提供定制男装。 anderson-sheppard.co.uk 17 Clifford Street, London W1S 3RQ

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欧莱雅节水器结合高水速和微粉化护发 产品，连接并直接流过水流，减少达八 成的用水量。 loreal.com

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CHANEL HIGH JEWELLERY COLLECTION N°5 www.chanel.com In 2021, Leguéreau decided to bring these two domains together with the To celebrate the 100th year of the N°5 perfume’s fame, Patrice Leguéreau, Collection N°5. “Gabrielle Chanel approached these two universes with Director of the Chanel Fine Jewellery Creation Studio, has imagined the the same visionary values, focusing on audacity and the quest for excellence.

“Collection N°5”, the first High Jewelry collection ever to be dedicated I wanted to rediscover that creative gesture with this collection, which to a perfume. From the bottle to the sillage, these 123 extraordinary pieces has been conceived like a journey through the meanderings of the N°5 express the different facets of the N°5 perfume. In 1921, the first “perfume perfume’s soul, from the architecture of the bottle to the for women with the scent of a woman” composed by olfactive explosion of the fragrance. The highlight of this Ernest Beaux and Gabrielle Chanel made a sound of The highlight of Chanel’s unprecedented collection is an emblematic and exceptional commotion. The modernity of the fragrance, the purity of unprecedented high jewellery necklace set with a 55.55-carat diamond.” The Creation the bottle and the mystery of the name, the N°5 perfume collection is an emblematic Studio magnifies five of the N°5 perfume’s identifying was nothing short of a revolution. In 1932, Mademoiselle and exceptional necklace set elements through compositions of rare and exceptional shattered the codes of French High Jewelry with her one with a 55.55-carat diamond, gemstones. With 100 years of fame behind it, only a rich, and only collection in platinum and diamonds. These stated Patrice Leguéreau, unique and mysterious perfume like the N°5 perfume could “Bijoux de Diamants” introduced new ways of wearing Director of the Chanel Fine inspire such a majestic collection of High Jewellery. jewelry and took jewelry into a new realm... that of allure.

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Boucheron Creative Director Claire Choisne pays homage to a special commission from 1928 by creating the “New Maharajahs” Collection for women and men who love high jewellery.

NEW MAHARAJAHS www.boucheron.com

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On August 2nd, 1928, Place Vendôme was buzzing with the arrival of Bhupindar Sing. The Maharajah of Patiala had come to Paris with 40 of his servants. Thirty-five suites had been booked at the Ritz to welcome the Party. The Maharajah was a colossus at 6 feet 7 inches, and he was famous for his immoderate taste for jewels. No one knew which jeweller he would go to. On that summer day, escorted by Sikh guards carrying iron safes, Bhupindar Singh crossed the square and pushed the door of Boucheron. There, he was welcomed by Louis, son of Frédéric Boucheron.

In those safes, Louis counted diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and pearls by thousands. For these gems, Louis then imagined 149 designs: emerald and diamond collars, multiple-strand pearl necklaces, belts covered in precious stones… To this day, these parures created by the maison have remained unforgettable. Boucheron Creative Director Claire Choisne said, “I wanted to transpose these designs into the 21st century, and to reinvent them for today’s Maharanis and Maharajahs. For these women and these men who want to express their personality and their own style.” For these New Maharajahs, the creative studio has highlighted designs referring to elements which symbolise ancestral India, such as the lotus flower, turban ornaments or wedding bracelets, but also for traditional techniques such as glyptics, the art of engraving stones.

In this Histoire de Style collection, ceremonial parures have become jewels reflecting one’s singularity. Colours have faded into a monochrome metamorphosis. Pared down from their original polychrome, from opulence to delicateness, these New Maharajas are writing Boucheron’s new Histoire de Style.

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THE ETERNAL TWINS www.graff.com The Eternal Twins, two completely identical 50.23-carat gems cut from a 269-carat rough discovered in Botswana’s Karowe mine, have been set in a pair of earrings incorporating a total of 132.53 carats of exceptional diamonds. Graff’s master craftsmen and design team have combined true artistry with luminosity of astronomical proportions in the creation of these beautiful jewels. The first jeweller to receive the Queen’s Award to Industry and Export in 1973, Graff is synonymous with the ‘all-diamond’ jewel, involved with every stage of a diamond’s life, from mining and cutting to designing and manufacturing..

risky operation: meticulously lasering the rough to extract a pair of perfectly The Karowe mine in Botswana has produced some of the most exceptional proportioned Flawless gems. The long, smooth facets of the emerald cut stones of the last century, and when it brought a 269-carat rough into the hands leave no room for error, especially at this magnitude. Any of Graff’s gemologists, it created the opportunity to turn it flaws become more visible, and achieving the optimal play into something truly remarkable. It could have produced When the Karowe mine in of light between the facets requires mathematical precision dozens of spectacular stones, but Graff saw the potential Botswana brought a 269 on the part of the cutters and polishers. The polishing team for two immaculate, identical 50 carat stones of astonishing carat rough into the hands of worked meticulously, alternating between the stones to colour and clarity: The Eternal Twins, a mirror-matching Graff ’s gemologists, it created ensure they were indistinguishable. When the twins were set of diamonds, each of an astonishing 50 carats. Obtaining the possibility of something set into a magnificent pair of earrings, the historic feat was two identical emerald cut diamonds from the same stone truly remarkable, a mirrorachieved, two D Flawless 50.23 carat diamonds of perfect had never before been attempted on such a scale. Thus, matching set of diamonds, each symmetry, both alive with fire and radiance.

Graff gem-cutters embarked on a complex and potentially of an astonishing 50 carats.

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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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New versions of Rolex icons, such as the Submariner, Yacht-Master and Day-Date, remain steadfast in their pursuit of innovation, reliability and precision through in-house movements and precious materials.

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This year, a new jewel shines on the surface of the sea: for the first time, the Yacht-Master 42 is available in yellow gold – an inspired and original refinement to the emblematic sailing timepiece that in no way alters its course. Two years ago, the Submariner and Submariner Date debuted a redesigned and 41 mm case, which houses calibre 3230 and calibre 3235, respectively. In 2019, Day-Date 36, in 18 ct yellow, white or Everose gold, had distinctive new dials and gem-set bezels on some versions.

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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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BIG BANG ONE CLICK RAINBOW www.hublot.com In an ultra-luxe, super-trendy combination, Hublot sets its Big Bang models with all the colours of the rainbow, enriching Isaac Newton’s seven hues with the radiance of pink sapphires. Its dial features a chromatic bezel set with 48 baguette-cut gems. Eight shades impart a distinctive visual effect from dial to case, adorning the 39mm Big Bang One Click Rainbow with 425 brilliant-cut stones: rubies, pink sapphires, amethysts, blue sapphires, blue topazes, tsavorites, yellow sapphires and orange sapphires.

dial features a chromatic bezel set with 48 baguette-cut gems. Eight A celestial or divine manifestation that called for reverence or hope shades impart a distinctive visual cadence from dial to case, adorning the depending on the civilisation, this bridge between the earth and the sky 39mm Big Bang One Click Rainbow with 425 brilliant-cut stones (see was deconstructed by Isaac Newton in his theory on light and colours. image) and the 45mm Big Bang Unico Rainbow with The rainbow is a symbol of peace, joy and optimism.

Thanks to its patented “One 388: rubies, pink sapphires, amethysts, blue sapphires, Whether it is one-on-tone, contrasts, gradients and Click” interchangeable strap, blue topazes, tsavorites, yellow sapphires and orange color blocks, there is a watch that always flies your the 39mm Big Bang Rainbow sapphires. It has a patented “One Click” interchangeable colours. Be it bright red, fuchsia pink, ultraviolet, Klein can even match its colour to strap, a “gummy” strap which is a fusion of natural blue, turquoise blue, chlorophyll green, lemon yellow your outfit with a snap of the rubber and alligator leather, which can complement or lively orange, the Big Bang Unico and One Click fingers. The “gummy” strap is your look with a snap of the fingers. The 39mm Big Rainbow (pictured here) reflect every mood. a fusion of natural rubber and Bang Rainbow is powered by a mechanical self-winding Hublot sets its Big Bang models with all the colours of alligator leather. movement, with up to 50 hours of power reserve. the rainbow through the radiance of pink sapphires. Its

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CHANEL NO. 5 HIGH JEWELLERY www.chanel.com To celebrate the 100th year of the N°5 perfume’s fame, Patrice Leguéreau, Director of the Chanel Fine Jewellery Creation Studio, has imagined the“Collection N°5”,the first High Jewellery collection ever to be dedicated to a perfume. From the bottle to the sillage, these 123 extraordinary pieces express the different facets of the N°5 perfume. In 1921, the first “perfume for women with the scent of a woman” composed by Ernest Beaux and Gabrielle Chanel made a sound of commotion. The modernity of the fragrance, the purity of the bottle and the mystery of the name, the N°5 perfume was nothing short of a revolution.

fragrance. The highlight of this unprecedented collection is an emblematic In 1932, Mademoiselle shattered the codes of French High Jewellery with her and exceptional necklace set with a 55.55-carat diamond.” Daring creativity, one and only collection in platinum and diamonds. These “Bijoux de Diamants” noble materials, and an accentuated femininity together with an intimate introduced new ways of wearing jewellery and took jewellery into a new character and a powerful timelessness, the “Collection N°5” realm... that of allure. In 2021, Patrice Leguéreau decided to reflects the main features of the iconic perfume. Through bring these two domains together with the “Collection N°5”.

The Graphic N°5 ring from the 123 flexible and architectural pieces of jewellery, Chanel “Gabrielle Chanel approached these two universes with the this Chanel high jewellery offers its vision of the contrast between the graphic design same visionary values, focusing on audacity and the quest collection is in white gold of the bottle and the sensuality of the fragrance. Driven by for excellence. I wanted to rediscover that creative gesture with diamonds: 1 emeralda powerful and sensual line, the outline of the number ‘5’ with this collection, which has been conceived like a journey cut diamond 1.51-carat E becomes one of the signatures of the collection drawing a through the meanderings of the N°5 perfume’s soul, from VVS2, and 1 round-cut joyful line between some of the pieces the architecture of the bottle to the olfactive explosion of the diamond 0.30-carat E IF.

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RICHARD MILLE RM UP-01 FERRARI www.richardmille.com Sporting mechanisms that are as elegant as they are immediately recognisable. An identical obsession with excellence, precision, reliability and innovation.

A common goal of uncompromising performance. In 2021, Ferrari and Richard Mille, driven by their shared quest for perfection, joined forces to create a long-term partnership. Richard Mille celebrates this budding relationship with the creation of an exceptional ultra-flat timepiece, the RM UP-01 Ferrari.

Breaking with the brand’s established stylistic codes, but faithful to its identity and spirit, this model once again rolls back the limits of the possible by taking up the ultra-flat challenge. At just 1.75 millimetres thick, the RM UP-01 Ferrari constitutes a triumph of technical prowess and exemplifies a new approach to watch mechanics in which technicity more than ever dictates aesthetics.

teams, most visibly expressed in the choice of materials and execution A model resulting from many year’s work, dozens of prototypes and of the watch, also precisely lent the project the competitive spirit so more than 6,000 hours of development and laboratory testing... Richard essential in the most exhilarating adventures. The RM UP-01 Ferrari is Mille was determined to retain a traditional architecture in which the an allusive piece to Ferrari’s values, developing sporting mechanisms that movement is assembled within the case, rather than a construction in are as elegant as they are immediately recognisable. Their models make which the caseback doubles as a baseplate, in order to ensure under any no concessions and frequently contradict current trends circumstances total shock resistance. to create new aesthetical codes. The RM UP-01 Ferrari “For such a project, it was necessary to set aside all the The Richard Mille RM UPbears witness to this partnership of the best know-how knowledge we had amassed over years of practice, and 01 Ferrari has a thickness of these two iconic brands have to offer in the combination every conceivable standard of watchmaking,’ explains just 1.75 mm (1.18 mm for the of their ideas, understanding, respective developments Julien Boillat, Technical Director for Cases at Richard movement). It is the first watch and shared values.

Mille. ‘This is precisely what we did throughout our created between Richard Meeting the challenge of an ultra-flat watch precluded a collaboration with the laboratories of Audemars Piguet Le Mille and Ferrari, equipped traditional movement with superimposed gears and hands.

Locle. Shaving off those last hundredths of millimetres of with a new, patented ultra-flat Richard Mille therefore opted to distribute what could depth was an extremely demanding and lengthy process.” escapement and is a limited not be stacked over a broader surface area by creating The collaboration between Richard Mille and the Ferrari edition of 150 timepieces.

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‘Even in the realm of extreme flatness, we were determined to make a watch that met the same validation requirements as all our other models.

In this quest for absolute flatness, we had to offer a watch that, far from being a ‘concept watch’, was up to the task of following a user’s daily life, whatever the circumstances,’ concluded Salvador Arbona, Technical Director for Movements at Richard Mille. As a material for the case – just 1.75 mm in thickness and water resistant to 10 metres – titanium was chosen for the advantages it offers in combining lightness and laboratory tested resistance. The two sapphire crystals, one over the time indicators whose hands are directly affixed to the wheels, the other positioned over the regulator (balance wheel-spring assembly) to showcase the movement’s operation, were also reduced in thickness to two tenths of a millimetre with a diameter calculated to ensure their resistance during testing phases. The narrow tolerance range and extreme slenderness of each part required the focus to be particularly meticulous and checked at almost every stage of machining. It was therefore natural that the decision to produce and machine the case in-house in our movement department was the logical step to take for the RM UP-01 Ferrari.

Like the prestigious Italian automotive legend – and consistent with the standards of the Richard Mille manufacture thanks to its extreme lightness, tonneau shape, spline screws, skeletonised bridges and level of finishing – the 150 limited-edition timepieces in the RM UP-01 Ferrari series combine innovation with performance, strength and aesthetics.

A work of surpassing prowess that meets the brand’s every expectation, ready to be worn under any circumstances.

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a perfect symbiosis between the movement and case, each ensuring the necessary rigidity of the other. The RM UP-01 manual-winding movement with hours, minutes and function selector – capable of withstanding accelerations of more than 5,000 g’s – thus boasts a thickness of 1.18 millimetres, a weight of 2.82 grams, and a power reserve of 45 hours. To ensure optimal functioning of the going train, the baseplate and skeletonised bridges are crafted of grade 5 titanium, guaranteeing perfect flatness without compromising strength. The patented extra flat barrel is fitted with an extraordinarily fine hairspring and the architecture of the escapement was entirely redesigned. To reduce depth, the small plate of the balance and dart (guard pin) – two parts that prevent the anchor from slipping back during the free phase of the balance wheel’s movement – were eliminated. The new ultra-flat escapement, also patented, replaced these ‘anti-reversal’ elements with an elongated fork with new horns. Likewise, the index was set aside in favour of a variableinertia balance crafted in titanium whose six weights allow for fine-tuned calibration of the regulating organ. To deliver a watch this thin, it was also necessary by rethinking the winding mechanism and to eliminate the winding stem, whose minimum diameter of 1.5 millimetres precluded its inclusion in such a slim watch. In its place, the two crowns, one for function selection, the other to utilise the selected function, have both been integrated in the case as movement wheels.

Calibre RMUP-01 is an ultra-flat manual winding movement with hours, minutes and function selector. The movement measures 51,00 x 39,00 x 1,75mm and has a power reserve of up to 45 hours.

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The baseplate and bridges of the RM UP-01 are made of grade 5 titanium, a biocompatible, highly corrosion-resistant and remarkably rigid alloy, which enables the gear train to function effortlessly. The alloy is 90% grade 5 titanium, 6% aluminium and 4% vanadium, frequently use in the aerospace, aeronautics and automotive industries. The whole assembly has great rigidity as well as precise surface flatness, which is essential for perfect functioning of the gear train.

The skeletonised baseplate was subjected to separate and extensive validation tests to ensure it met rigorous optimal strength requirements. the calibre RMUP01 can withstand accelerations of over 5,000 g’s.

In the course of developing the RM UP-01 patented ultra-flat escapement with variable-inertia balance wheel in titanium, engineers from Audemars Piguet Le Locle and Richard Mille developed a new type of escapement that drastically reduces the calibre’s thickness. The parts that add the most height in a traditional escapement are the dart (aka guard pin) and the safety roller. Both serve to bank the lever in case of shock. The new patented, ultra-flat escapement eliminates both parts and resituates the banking function directly on the anchor fork. To do so, the fork itself was elongated and its horns modified. As a result, the dart-free anchor is significantly reduced in height.

The RM UP-01’s case has the same characteristics and exhibits the same sleek lines and attention to minute detail, as the large number of manufacturing operations required for its bezel and its monobloc caseband and caseback attest. The entire case is machined from grade 5 titanium, a material offering great lightness combined with levels of resistance proven in the laboratory through a rigorous battery of tests. The monobloc construction also optimises rigidity while guaranteeing water resistance to 1 atm (10 m). All the components are machined at the Richard Mille movement department to meet the extremely demanding machining tolerance of a single micron.

There is a winding-barrel teeth and third-wheel pinion with central involute profile, which provides an optimal pressure angle of 20°. This promotes effective rotary motion and compensates for possible variations in the engagement of the going train, thus ensuring excellent torque transmission with a distinct improvement in performance.

Spline screws in grade 5 titanium for the bridges and case not only permit better control of the torque applied to screws during assembly, the unique ultra-thin case is also assembled using 13 grade 5 titanium spline screws and abrasion-resistant washers in 316L stainless steel.

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parts and resituates the banking function directly on the anchor fork. To Integrated into the bezel, the function selector located between 10 and do so, the fork itself was elongated and its horns modified. As a result, 11 o’clock allows one to select the winding (W) or the hand-setting the dart-free anchor is significantly reduced in height.

(H) function with a simple rotation of the crown. Setting the time or The escapement transfers energy to a variable-inertia balance wheel, thus winding the barrel is then possible by turning the second crown located ensuring great stability during assembly, disassembly and exposure to between 7 and 8 o’clock positions. shock or strong vibrations. The movement thus offers In the course of developing the RM UP-01 Ultra-flat, The entire case is machined optimal chronometric precision for an extended period. engineers from Audemars Piguet Le Locle and Richard from grade 5 titanium, which The regulator index is eliminated and a more accurate and Mille developed a new type of escapement with a is light and resistant, proven repeatable calibration is possible thanks to 6 adjustable balance wheel in titanium that drastically reduces the in the laboratory through weights located directly on the balance. The fast-rotating calibre’s thickness whilst providing the same security as a rigorous battery of tests. barrel takes hours per revolution instead of 7.5 hours. a conventional Swiss anchor escapement. The parts that The monobloc construction The periodic internal mainspring adhesion is significantly add the most height in a traditional escapement are the also optimises rigidity diminished, thereby increasing performance. It also has dart (aka guard pin) and the safety roller. Both serve to while guaranteeing water an excellent mainspring delta curve with an ideal power bank the lever in case of shock. resistance to 1 atm (10 m). reserve/performance and regularity ratio.

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14. MIKIMOTO Pearl Necklace (www.mikimoto.com). 15. ROLEX Day-Date 36 (www.rolex.com). 16. Blue and White Tableware Courtesy of Melody Borghesani.

17. HERMES A Parisian Icon (www.hermes.com). 18. CHANEL No. 5 Eau de Parfum (www.chanel.com). 19. TURNBULL & ASSER Pre-Tied Cotton Piqué Bow Tie (www.turnbullandasser.co.uk). 20. LOUIS VUITTON Tambour Horizon Light Up Connected Watch (www.louisvuitton.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 Spiced Black Tea (www.harrods.com). 14. SCHIAPARELLI Fall/Winter 2022 Womenswear (www.schiaparelli.com). 15. ROLEX Day-Date Watch (www.rolex.com). 16. GIORGIO ARMANI BEAUTY Armani Privé Cuir Majesté (www.armani.com).

17. LOUIS VUITTON Bravery High Jewelry Collection (www.louisvuitton.com). 18. GIORGIO ARMANI BEAUTY Lip Power (www.armani.com). 19.

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7. GIORGIO ARMANI Giorgio Armani x 10 Corso Como Capsule Collection (www.armani.com). 8. AIRBUS CORPORATE HELICOPTERS ACH130 Aston Martin Edition (www.airbus.com). 9. GUERLAIN Cherry Blossom Fragrance (www.guerlain.com). 10. JACOB & CO. Jacob & Co. Caviar Tourbillon Camo Blue (www.jacobandco.com).

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Lady Arpels Heures Florales Cerisier watch tells time through a module entirely developed by the Maison’s watchmaking workshops in Geneva.

LADY ARPELS HEURES FLORALES CERISIER

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“When we work on watchmaking projects, our goal is to use mechanisms to capture the poetry of the passage of time. And what could be more poetic than measuring time with the opening and closing of flowers?”

Nicolas Bos, President and CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels said. Up to 166 elements are set in motion on the dial, as each of this garden’s petals is articulated and connected to the watch’s mechanism. The technical challenge of combining so many elements is supplemented by that of ensuring a flower opening process with three different sequences.

With each passing hour, the open flowers close to make way for a new combination. The next day, the sequence of the bouquets that succeed one another from hour to hour is different. The eye is entertained by new surprises, as it seeks out the measure of time between buds and corollas.

Telling the time is completed by a minute display, visible in a window on the side of the case.

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LADY ARPELS HEURES FLORALES CERISIER 38mm case in rose gold, diamonds; dial in pink, white & yellow gold, pink sapphires, yellow & white diamonds, white mother-of-pearl, as well as miniature painting of petals, butterflies and other elements; automatic mechanical movement, fitted with a module opening the flowers for the hours and a lateral display for the minutes; shiny pink alligator strap.

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Louis Vuitton infuses its familiar silhouette and convex case of the original Tambour case with never-before-seen connection watch functions, showcasing an endless screen on the curved sapphire glass.

TURN THE LIGHTS ON

Louis Vuitton’s Tambour Horizon Light Up Connect Watch, a never-before-seen timepiece, features 24 LED lights animating the signature Louis Vuitton Monogram all around the bezel over the smooth edge of its original Tambour case, like a dancing kaleidoscope of colours that create a sparkling glow in the dark effect whenever the watch is activated. This timepiece can be customised in a rainbow of colours, 11 bold new gradients, with multiple built-in watch faces that reflect the maison’s timeless design codes and the spirit of travel: LV Canvas, Style, Initials, Digital, Heartrate, 24, Vivienne, Lunar New Year, Valentine’s Day and more. Louis Vuitton custom-designed a new operating system for a highly intuitive experience using swipes and functional push buttons. The user can see My Travel, My Day and Watch Navigation and Modes, visualising travel plans, boarding passes, hotel reservations, agenda, weather, heartrate, notifications, calls, music, camera and, last but not least, Louis Vuitton City Guides.

The world is right at your fingers tips and at the flick of your wrist.

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THE HURACÁN TECNICA

Huracán Tecnica is the next-generation rear-wheel drive V10 for pilots seeking driving fun and lifestyle perfection on both road and track. The Tecnica’s moniker embodies the advanced evolution of technical prowess and is as much an innovation externally as it is under the hood.

With its new looks accentuating improved aerodynamics for heightened performance, stability and ease of use, particularly on a circuit, the Tecnica takes its engine from the Huracán STO, with an increase of 30 CV over the Huracán EVO rear-wheel drive (RWD), the powertrain delivers 565 Nm of torque at maximum 6,500 rpm and improved acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds.

“The Huracán Tecnica condenses Lamborghini’s design and engineering expertise to create the perfect fun-to-drive Huracán, as compelling when driving to the race circuit as it is on the street itself,” says Automobili Lamborghini Chairman and CEO Stephan Winkelmann. “The Tecnica ensures that the pilot enjoys the strongest connection to the car and asphalt, with the car’s potential always at his fingertips for ease of use in every driving mode and environment: in an era of virtual experiences it pays homage to technical purity and physical sensation. The Tecnica completes the Huracán line-up, sitting perfectly between the RWD and the trackfocused STO, flawlessly presenting technology, performance and the Huracán’s V10 aspirated engine in a dramatically evolved design.”

During summer 2022, Automobili Lamborghini presented the Tecnica to its European customers in a series of three events in London, Berlin, and Milan. Federico Foschini, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Automobili Lamborghini, stated, “The Huracán Tecnica marks a new era in the life of the Huracán. Not only does it deliver the latest technological innovations by our engineers, but this is equaled in a new, fresh design. With the events in Berlin, London, and Milan, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to get

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The Huracán Tecnica takes the 5.2 l powerplant outputting the same 640 CV power as its STO stablemate, producing 565 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm for exhilarating yet comfortable everyday driving with highly responsive maximum power and torque when demanded.

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WITH A WEIGHT-TOPOWER RATIO OF to know our latest product in an authentic, intimate, and exclusive 2.15KG/CV.

The lightweight Tecnica’s recalibrated LDVI system and distinctly tuned driving modes with specific suspension set-up, rear-wheel direct steering, and innovative brake cooling improvements allow the driver to experience the perfect Huracán for every occasion: the Huracán Tecnica exploits its talents to deliver the best of both worlds - a versatile super sports for road and track.

setting. Thus, they had the chance to enjoy a first impression of our latest creation. Their feedback has been nothing but enthusiastic, and the order bank for the Huracán Tecnica continues to grow rapidly.

This demonstrates how we listen to our customers and the markets as part of our product development strategy, offering the Huracán EVO’s lifestyle, the EVO RWD’s ‘fun to drive’ personality and the performance of the STO combined in the Huracán Tecnica.”

The new rear-wheel-drive model is the latest evolution, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and handles sharper than ever thanks to a recalibrated and improved LDVI (Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Integrata) system. Compared to the EVO RWD, the Tecnica boasts a downforce increase by 35 percent while reducing drag by 20 percent.

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FERRARI’S FUTURE IN GT RACING

In spring 2022, the Ferrari 296 GT3 passed the Fiorano test, which allowed the Competizioni GT team to verify the validity of the project and gather useful data and indications for its development. “We have finally been able to drive the Ferrari 296 GT3 here at Fiorano, after many hours spent on the simulator and working on the project alongside the Competizioni GT team,” added Ferrari Competizioni GT driver Alessandro Pier Guidi. “The first few metres are always special and leave lasting memories.They were really thrilling.The sensations of these two days of work have been very good, the car is promising and we have obtained important indications for its development that will continue over the coming months.”

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reserve of experiences and technical solutions from which to draw and Ferrari’s future on the GT racing scene takes shape and develops around the to sculpt into a new form. The design of the 296 GT3, taking away the volumes of the 296 GTB, redefining it according to track and performance aerodynamic and the characteristic elements of the racing version, has requirements and giving life to the 296 GT3. This model takes up the preserved the link to the production model, which from legacy of the 488 GT3 which, in its standard and Evo 2020 The new 296 GT3 from the its very conception is inspired by cars such as the 1963 configurations, has picked up 107 titles from its debut race Prancing Horse manufacturer 250 LM. That car achieved major successes in the 1965 24 to date, with 429 wins from 770 starts. These extraordinary will begin development on the Hours of Le Mans (Ferrari’s last overall victory in this race) figures make it the most successful car in Prancing Horse track in the coming months in and private teams. The 296 GT3, already being assembled history. For Ferrari Competizioni GT designers and at the Oreca di Signes plants, will mark the return to the engineers, matching this list of triumphs represents not view of its race debut, scheduled for 2023. track of a Ferrari equipped with a 6-cylinder engine. only a challenge to be overcome, but an inexhaustible

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1931 BENTLEY 8-LITRE SPORTS COUPE CABRIOLET www.rmsothebys.com The gentleman sportsman reviewing the selection of fine automobiles available to him in 1930 would certainly have been tempted by the 8-litre Bentley. For the man who had everything, it was the automobile that had everything. It was over 20 feet long and as tall as a man, with an engine compartment more reminiscent of a locomotive than a car. It was ideally proportioned for beautiful custom coachwork. The exhaust pipe was asbestos-lagged, encased in aluminium to reduce resonance, and then couple to a silencer the size of a 20-gallon waste bin. The starter engaged with surgical precision. Even with the heaviest custom coachwork, the 8-litre was capable of 100 mph.

sporting open coachwork. To find an 8-litre with an open body that is “This car can be driven really softly on its high top gear, as slowly as a man the original for that chassis is extraordinarily rare, and most of those that walk, and can accelerate from that without snatch and without difficulty,” do exist are 4-passenger styles. Only a single 8-litre was proclaimed The Autocar. In every sense, the 8-litre was This is the only original outfitted with 2-passenger roadster bodywork when new, probably the greatest British automobile every produced.

2-passenger roadster built on and that car is the one offered here. Chassis number YR Yet, only 100 chassis were built before the sheer cost of an 8-litre chassis and a one5099 was the 49th 8-litre Bentley built, and it was one of developing and building such a machine drove the company off, bespoke “boattail” design 34 12-foot wheelbase chassis intended for more sporting into receivership. Other Bentleys would come in the decades

by Barker, with matching bodywork. It was ordered by Sir P. Malcolm Stewart, who to come, but the 8-litre was the last of the “W.O.s”, the great numbers, chassis, engine was the owner of the London Brick Company, the largest driver’s cars built under Mr. Bentley himself. and gearbox. Its authenticity brick manufacturer in the United Kingdom at the time.

The majority of 8-litre chassis were fitted with heavy, has been verified by vintage Stewart’s firm was high regarded for its exceptionally fine closed bodies, which were, for obvious reasons, often Bentley authority Clare Hay. working conditions. tossed aside by later owners and replaced with more

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ROLLS ROYCE: THE FUTURE OF TRADITION www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announces that on-road testing of its first fully electric motor car is imminent. “With this new product we set out our credentials for the full electrification of our entire product portfolio by 2030. By then, Rolls-Royce will no longer be in the business of producing or selling any internal combustion engine products. Spectre is the living fulfilment of Charles Rolls’ Prophecy. My Promise, made on behalf of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, is kept. Now we begin a remarkable undertaking. I am proud that we will continue to propel the world’s most progressive and influential women and men into a brilliant, electrified future.”

Royce. Sir Henry Royce was fascinated by all things electrified, and In an historic announcement, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announced his first venture, named F. H. Royce and Company, created dynamos, today, that on-road testing of its first fully electric motor car is imminent. electric crane motors and patented the bayonet-style light bulb fitting.

In announcing this seminal moment for the marque, Rolls-Royce Motor However, it was Charles Rolls who truly prophesied an electrified future Cars Chief Executive Officer, Torsten Müller-Ötvös, said: “Today is the for automobiles. In April 1900 he experienced an early electric motor most significant day in the history of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars since 4th car named the Columbia and declared its electric drive to be ideal.

May, 1904. On that date, our founding fathers, Charles Rolls and Sir Rolls said, “The electric car is perfectly noiseless and clean. There is Henry Royce, first met and agreed that they were going to create ‘the best no smell or vibration, and they should become very useful when fixed motor car in the world’. Using the most advanced technology available charging stations can be arranged. But for now, I do not anticipate to them at the time and by applying their remarkable engineering minds, that they will be very serviceable – at least for many years to come. these two pioneers elevated early internal combustion engine cars, Charles Rolls’ prophecy has been the subject of constant consideration from noisy, uncomfortable and rudimentary means of transportation, during the marque’s Goodwood era. But we have not been satisfied that by setting a completely new benchmark of distinction. The cars they available technology could support the Rolls-Royce experience. Until created, introduced to the world a true luxury experience and secured now. Now is the time to change the course of the future of luxury. We for Rolls-Royce the ultimate pinnacle position that it continues to embark on this bold new future with a huge advantage. Electric drive occupy, unchallenged, to this day. The marque has continued to define is uniquely and perfectly suited to Rolls-Royce Motor the very best in internal combustion motoring for more Cars, more so than any other automotive brand. It is than a century. Today, 117 years later, I am proud to “Free of any group platform silent, refined and creates torque almost instantly, going announce that Rolls-Royce is to begin the on-road sharing strategy, we were on to generate tremendous power. This is what we at testing programme for an extraordinary new product able to integrate our plans Rolls-Royce call ‘waftability’. At Rolls-Royce, we have that will elevate the global all-electric car revolution and for an electric powertrain been experimenting with an electric powertrain for some create the first – and finest – super-luxury product of into the architecture’s initial time. In 2011 we revealed 102EX, a fully operational its type. This is not a prototype. It’s the real thing, it design and ensure that this all-electric Phantom. We followed this in 2016 with our will be tested in plain sight and our clients will take first extraordinary new product fully electric 103EX, which represented our vision for deliveries of the car in the fourth quarter of 2023. The meets the extremely high the marque several decades into the future.” use of electric motors is not a new concept for Rollsexpectations of our clients.”

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While Porsche had already made a lasting impact on the sports car scene in the United States by 1970, the marque’s reputation in the music industry was firmly established in 1970 when Janis Jopin’s ‘Mercedes Benz’ was released, with Janis lamenting that all of her friends drove Porsches and ‘I must make amends!’. Janis’ Porsche 356 Cabriolet, hand-painted by her roadies in what is now a truly legendary, psychedelic paint scheme, became one of the most recognizable automobiles of its era.

Another music industry luminary who took note was an East Coast based music producer and concert promoter by the name of Michael Lang. Mr Lang began his career as the owner of a head shop in Coconut Grove, Florida. He staged the Miami Pop Festival in 1968 and a year later, moved to bucolic Woodstock, New York, where on a shoe-string budget he would co-create the landmark Woodstock Music and Art Festival. While he was putting Woodstock together and running his production business, Lang was driving a rented Porsche 912. A business trip to the San Francisco Bay area took him by a small used car lot in Mill Valley in Marin County, and sitting there was this 356 A 1600 Speedster.

75 bhp, 1,582 cc horizontally-opposed OHV fourcylinder engine, four-speed manual transmission, torsion bar independent front suspension, swing axle independent rear suspension, and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 82.7 in.

Autos, the Westminster, California, shop of renowned 356 expert and concours judge Louis Paras. Paras rebuilt the engine, while the transmission was done

by Jacques Le Friant. The concours-quality chrome is the work of craftsman Victor Miles.

Built on May 3, 1957, this 356A T1 Reutter Coupe sat untouched in a Southern California garage from the 1980s until its recent restoration. A transition T1/T2 chassis, it is one built in a three month period, from March to May 1957. These transition cars had some T2 characteristics.

This car retains the T1 high door striker but with the T2 teardrop taillights. These unique production characteristics, along with its rare color combination, sunroof, and 1600S, make it extremely rare, perhaps unique.

Painted in the original silver metallic, it has a green leather interior, in place of the original green leatherette. In addition to the sunroof, it is equipped as originally delivered, with a Blaupunkt Bremen dual-band radio, Lemmerz chrome ventilated wheels, side spears, and an electric antenna. It also has the rare and desirable 80-liter Carrera fuel tank. The restoration was completed in 2011.

A matching-numbers car, with factory stamps on the hood hinge, engine cover, driver and passenger doors, sunroof panel, and transmission, it received a bare-metal, concours-quality restoration at Paras

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Participated in some of the most exclusive classic racing events around the globe, Chassis No. J-9 was one of just 10 examples manufactured and used in period. It had a 427ci OHV side-oiler V8 engine, Dual Holley 4-barrel carburetors, est. 485 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 4-speed manual transaxle, 4-wheel independent suspension and disc brakes.

The Ford GT story of course dates from 1963-64 when the American carmaker was rebuffed by Ferrari in its attempts to buy into international endurance racing success simply by purchasing the Italian marque. The Ford GT program emerged as the first in major-league motor racing to employ large-scale computer-aided design and development.

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Well researched and documented, 1967 Ford GT40 Mk IV chassis no. J-9 offered here, is among the last examples of the legendary, fully evolved Mk IV 7-Litre GT40s built. Just 10 of these J-cars was completed in period, with an additional two assembled later. According to the renowned World Registry of Cobras and GT40s, when the 1968 Le Mans rules was announced with the news of engine size regulations capped at 5-Litres, it essentially outlawed Ford’s GT40 and Ford would turn the J-cars over to Kar Kraft of Brighton, Michigan, who then assembled the last two cars, J-9 as offered here, and J-10. The J-9 was completed in August 1967, as a Group 7 Can-Am open cockpit car and fitted with larger sponsons to accommodate larger fuel tanks. A special, 3-valve all-alloy 427 Ford V8 engine was fitted (the very engine model that Ford had planned to run at the 1968 Le Mans 24 Hours race), and an adjustable-dihedral rear wing was affixed, similar to that used by on Jim Hal’s Chaparrals. Designated G7A, J-9 was tested in Ford’s corporate wind tunnel, and test driven at the Dearborn Ford factory test track by legendary Championship-winning driver Mario Andretti in 1967, and thus became the test car for Ford to possibly run in the Can-Am G7A group class. Andretti went on record saying J-9 was one of the scariest cars he ever tested. Today J-9 retains its original chassis

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In 2018 and 2019, J-9 received a comprehensive mechanical restoration. Shelby expert Craig Conoley rebuilt the period 427 side-oiler race engine, while the T-44 transaxle was redone by Patrick Wiseman of Traction Productions. The suspension and assembly was carried out by Graham Collins.

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Henry Ford II determined that if he could not join Ferrari then his company would darned well beat it, and the Ford GT program emerged as the first in major-league motor racing to employ large-scale computer-aided design and development.

tub, chassis number tag and sub components, and the original Can-Am test body with the innovative rear spoiler is offered with the sale of the GT40 along with an extensive spare package. Further spares offered with the car includes period wheels, and a set of Tunnel Port aluminum cylinder heads. J-9’s impressive history file contains 100s of digital photos of the car in action back in 1967, restoration photos, a copy of the Car and Driver November 1967 issue where the car graced the cover, FIA paperwork, receipts and correspondence, engine build blueprints and dyno sheets.

J-9 offers the next owner eligibility to some of the most exclusive racing events around the world, having participated in the Goodwood Revival, Goodwood Members Meeting, the 60th Anniversary at Road America and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Brickyard Invitational, as a very historic and powerful variation of the original Ford GT40.

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FREEDOM AND FUTURE MOBILITY www.audi.com Audi presented the Audi grandsphere concept and the Audi A6 Avant e-tron concept in Italy for the first time at Milan Design Week this year. The reduced design spoke an aesthetic design language focused on people. The spacious 5.35-metre-long Audi grandsphere concept sedan showcased elegance, entertainment and automated driving, while the A6 Avant e-tron concept provided a glimpse of Audi’s future electrically powered A6 Luxury Class. Under the name “Audi x Poliform – Vision of a mobile private sphere”, the Italian furniture manufacturer offered a virtual presentation of its interior design for the Audi urbanspere concept.

and all of the integrated functions. As a result of this shift, the design Audi skysphere, Audi grandsphere, and Audi urbansphere are the three process itself also changes. At the beginning of all discussions, the focus concept cars that the brand with the four rings has developed to showcase its is solely on the interior. Only then are the package, exterior lines, vision for the world of premium mobility of tomorrow. In the process, Audi and proportions designed, along with the technological specifications, is creating a vehicle experience that goes far beyond the purpose of merely turning the automobile into a complete work of art. Oliver Hoffmann, spending time in a car to get from point A to point B. Sphere number 1: Member of the Board for Technical Development, explains, “We are The electrically driven roadster Audi skysphere concept debuted in August working on concepts that will define high class mobility for the future.

2021. It presented a spectacular vision of a self-driving GT that transforms One example is the Audi grandsphere concept, which we recently into a self-driving sports car with a variable wheelbase. exhibited. It offers autonomous driving and unprecedented freedom. By Just a few weeks later, Audi unveiled the second model in the sphere getting rid of the steering wheel, pedals, and displays, we developed series, the Audi grandsphere concept, at the IAA 2021. This large an interior with a completely new sense of space. Passengers have an 4-seater sedan exemplified the brand’s ambition to define the future of unobstructed view and access to all the functions of the digital ecosystem. progressive luxury. What both concept cars have in common with the That extends from individually tailored infotainment Audi urbansphere is that the entire concept is based on offerings to varied route configurations to restaurant and Audi Head Designer Marc level 4 autonomous vehicle technology. Audi is currently hotel options. The way we see it, Audi is putting its Lichte: “I can’t imagine a working with CARIAD, Volkswagen Group’s software customers’ wishes into focus for the future.” not only more suitable place than the business, to introduce this technology within the second does it change the interior space of the traditional driverMilan Design Week to show the half of the decade. Even the “sphere” in the name sends oriented cockpit and passenger seats into a spacious diverse way that design impacts a signal: the heart of the Audi skysphere, grandsphere, lounge, it also opens up new levels of freedom for all each and every area of our lives. and urbansphere concept vehicles lies in its interior. That the passengers: communication or relaxation, work or Only here does modern design makes the inner space the foundation of the vehicle’s withdrawal into a private sphere as desired. The Audi meet traditional craftsmanship design and technology and therefore the occupants’ grandsphere concept transforms from being strictly an – and Italian elegance, living and experience sphere while on the road. Their automobile in an “experience device”. international influences.” needs and desires shape this space, its architecture,

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THE WORLD’S MOST VALUABLE CAR IN MAY 2022, RM SOTHEBY’S IN ASSOCIATION WITH MERCEDES-BENZ SOLD ONE OF THE TWO FAMED 300 SLR UHLENHAUT COUPÉS FOR €135 MILLION EUR TO A PRIVATE COLLECTOR. THE CAR WITH CHASSIS 196.110-00008/55 IS ONE OF JUST TWO PROTOTYPES BUILT AND NAMED AFTER ITS CREATOR AND CHIEF ENGINEER, RUDOLF UHLENHAUT. ITS SELLING PRICE EXCEEDS THE PREVIOUS RECORD PRICE FOR A CAR BY MORE THAN €90 MILLION EUR AND PLACES THE CAR IN THE TOP 10 MOST VALUABLE ITEMS EVER SOLD AT AUCTION IN ANY COLLECTING CATEGORY. THE 300 SLR DESIGN WAS BASED ON THE W196 R GRAND PRIX CAR WHICH WON TWO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS, IN 1954 AND 1955, RESPECTIVELY, BUT WITH ITS ENGINE ENLARGED TO 3.0 LITRES FOR SPORTS CAR RACING. THE CAR WAS ONE OF THE FASTEST ROAD LEGAL ONES CREATED AT THE TIME. AN IMPORTANT REASON BEHIND THE AUCTION PRICE IS THAT THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RETAINED BY MERCEDES-BENZ SINCE THE FIRST TIME IT LEFT THE FACTORY. (ALL IMAGES © MERCEDES-BENZ AG)

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The Mission R is the first step towards an all-electric customer motorsports vehicle and a greener future, combining sustainable materials, such as natural fibre-reinforced plastics, with a passion for racing.

MISSION R www.porsche.com

“Porsche is the brand for people who fulfil their dreams.

This is also true in motorsports. We experience our innovative strength on the race track, demonstrate courage in pursuing new avenues and delight car owners with sporting performance,” says Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. “In addition to our involvement in the Formula E World Championship, we are now taking the next big step forward in electric mobility.

The concept study is our vision of all-electric customer motorsports. The Mission R embodies everything that makes Porsche strong: performance, design and sustainability.”

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The extremely low-slung, all-electric competition car features the characteristic lines of the sports cars from Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. The two newly developed electric motors incorporated in the Porsche Mission R deliver up to 800 kW (1,088 PS) in so-called qualifying mode. The battery capacity of around 80 kWh and the innovative recuperation system make sprint racing possible with no loss of output. Since the start of the Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland 31 years ago, the sports car manufacturer has produced and delivered more than 4,400 Cup cars from Weissach. A total of 30 one-make cup series are held worldwide on the basis of these reliable, high-performance racing cars. The latest version of the 911 GT3 Cup was not launched until the start of this year’s 2021 motorsport season and is based on the 992 model generation. The Porsche Mission R provides an indication of what the future of one-make series with all-electric cars could look like.

An electric motor with up to 320 kW (435 PS) powers the front axle, while a maximum of 480 kW (653 PS) is delivered to the rear. Thanks to advanced 900-volt technology and Porsche Turbo Charging, a good 15-minute break from racing is all that is needed to charge the battery from 5 to 80 per cent SoC (state of charge). Charging can take place with up to 340 kW. The Mission R also features a further development of Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA) with Drag Reduction System (DRS) on the nose section and rear wing. It comprises three louvres in each of the two side air intakes on the nose section as well as an adjustable, twosection rear wing.

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power output of 500 kW (680 PS) in race mode, the reduction of the battery‘s power output due to thermal conditions has been eliminated.

concept car also focuses on CO reduction and sustainability: it is largely made of natural fibre reinforced plastic (NFRP), the basic material of which is made from flax fibres obtained from farming. This ecological material is also used for the front spoiler lip, the diffuser and the side skirts. NFRP is used extensively in the interior of the Mission R, such as the interior door panels, the rear bulkhead and the seat.

The interior design focuses on the driver in all areas. An ergonomically placed display between the controls on the steering wheel shows relevant data during the race. The monitor above the steering column shows the images from the side mirror cameras and the central rearview mirror camera. A touch display to the right of the seat can be used to call up the driver’s biometric data, for instance. Numerous other cameras in the interior can be used to provide exciting sequences for a live stream transmission.

With the Mission R project, Porsche is bringing real and virtual racing closer together than ever before. The monocoque driver’s module in exactly the same form also doubles as an esports simulator. The safety structure made of carbon fibre composite material combines high protection potential for the driver with low weight and a distinctive look. Porsche engineers and designers have named the newly developed carbon roof structure the “exoskeleton”. It combines a safety cage and roof skin. At 4,326 millimetres in length, the Porsche Mission R is slightly shorter than the current 718 Cayman series, but it is noticeably wider at 1,990 millimetres and with an external height of 1,190 millimetres is also significantly lower.

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VOLOCOPTER BRINGS URBAN AIR MOBILITY TO LIFE www.volocopter.com Just like self-driving cars, autonomous aircrafts are expected to launch commercially in the next couple of years, and they’re set to pave the way for all. Compared to ground vehicles, autonomous aircraft will initially navigate through uncongested skies, and need not account for pedestrians, cyclists, or other road users. Instead, they will share the airspace with other highly automated aircraft, all communicating with each other. In fact, most aircraft already operate using smart systems like autopilots, which automatically execute direct routes or help with landing. Autonomous air mobility can and will build on that, according to Volocopter.

autonomous operations rulebook, the practice will not be implemented Autonomous flight is a core element of the Volocopter mission overnight. Volcopter is gradually increasing the degree of automation statement, and the VoloCity was designed to ultimately take to the its aircraft will offer: first, through the number of control functions skies as an autonomous air taxi. From the very beginning, Volocopter’s (like speed control or autopilot). Second, by preparing for unforeseen intention was for its aircraft to one day fly solo in the commercial skies. future events and the decisions that will have to be made. In short, this Today, the company is working closely with autonomous technology is a gradual process that will be moderated by technological, regulatory, leaders like Near Earth Autonomy on the beyond visual line of sight and economic considerations. As it gears up to offer fully autonomous (BVLOS) capabilities of its VoloDrones. But why is this an intrinsic part flights, Volocopter will collect data from piloted flights in an operational of Volocopter’s vision? Urban air mobility needs to be tailored to the environment that will flow into the VoloIQ data lakes, as well as offer challenges of flying within a city – tall buildings, narrow roads, moving training, and test autonomous applications. Only then will the company obstacles. And while highly trained pilots will be more than capable of launch autonomous flights. In the envisaged fully autonomous VoloCity navigating this environment, Volocopter will also be deploying smart, air taxi, several sensors will ensure a 360-degree view and detect objects redundant assistance systems to ensure maximum safety right from day in its flight path. An independent monitoring system will keep an eye one. And by gradually moving toward full autonomy will continue to on all components at any given time, whether radio communication, promote more flexible and even safer urban operations. Furthermore, propulsion, or a flight plan. The flight management autonomy will lower costs and thus boost affordability, Volocopter’s aircrafts are system will make decisions and automate predefined availability and help scale eVTOL operations. To make already designed to one processes that are always on time, accurate, and safe. autonomous air traffic a reality, however, a number of day fly autonomously, and Even without a data connection back to the ground, the steps must first be taken. As this is a novel kind of mobility, the company is actively VoloCity will be connected to Europe’s digital airspace regulations are still being compiled and may well not working on making this management system U-SPACE and the Mission Control be set in stone for a good few years yet. Volocopter is a reality in terms of Center, ensuring smooth and safe flights for all. And the working closely with Europe’s aviation authorities and regulations, technology, and passengers? Well, all they need to do is sit back and enjoy other experts in the field to bring urban air mobility to public acceptance. the view on their super-quick journeys. life and share its insights. Just as it takes time to develop an

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The dynamic floorplan creates multifunctional cabin areas while eliminating the traditional private aircraft cabin layout of furniture and others. The cabin offers a warm and welcoming ambience that lets you forget that you are flying. This is your own space. Free from any constraints, you can simply relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. Encounter true luxury that lets you glide above it all. Luxury in the air means being able to live as you do on the ground. Sometimes this boils down to simply preparing a fresh meal. Designed to meet the highest standards and demands of chefs and gourmets, the kitchen on board is not a galley, it is the source for delicious cuisine of any sophistication.

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The cabin’s innovative black panels are inspired by the latest Mercedes-Benz dashboard design.

They meld with the fluid lines of the furniture while offering electrically-controlled sun shading as well as a real-time passenger flight information display, tailor-made to your needs. Mach 0.85 – Flight level 410 – 50 Mbit/sec. How about wirelessly accessing the internet just the way you do at home? Staying connected while flying at almost the speed of sound is something that can be taken for granted in an aircraft like this. A sound insulation technology effectively reduces engine and aerodynamic noise, and a sophisticated air humidification system so you can breathe easy. The combination lets you sleep well, wake refreshed,and reduces jetlag.

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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 Helionix flight deck 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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SAFE, SUSTAINABLE AND INTEGRATED Years in the making, the idea for an efficient air transport service between urban and suburban environments is called CityAirbus. With the belief that city commuting can be moved into the sky in a sustainable way, the Airbus team began creating a multirotor design based on electric motors. Following the successful development of two electric eVTOL demonstrators, CityAirbus and Vahana – along with technology to improve sound emissions across Airbus’ portfolio of products, CityAirbus NextGen was born. The lessons learned from this double-demonstrator approach have been essential to the creation of this new generation of eVTOL.

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.

ROLLS-ROYCE & VERTICAL AEROSPACE

A Rolls-Royce electrical power system will be integrated into the piloted all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle, which will carry up to four passengers for 120 miles at cruise speeds of over 200mph and is on course to certify in 2024.

Vertical Aerospace is a key collaboration for Rolls-Royce Electrical as it marks our first commercial deal in the UAM market and builds on previous agreements to work with partners on demonstrator programmes. Rolls-Royce will design the system architecture of the whole electrical propulsion system, the electric power system that includes our latest 100kW-class lift and push electrical propulsion units, the power distribution and the monitoring system that will support operations.

Rob Watson, Director – Rolls-Royce Electrical, said: “We are delighted to collaborate with Vertical Aerospace for the electrical technology that will power their pioneering eVTOL aircraft. This exciting opportunity demonstrates our ambitions to be a leading supplier of sustainable complete power systems for the new Urban Air Mobility market which has the potential to transform the way that people and freight move from city to city.”

Michael Cervenka, CEO – Vertical Aerospace said: “We are excited to collaborate with Rolls-Royce, bringing onboard a hugely experienced team with deep expertise and cutting-edge electrical technologies to power our pioneering eVTOL aircraft. This collaboration builds on our existing partnerships and Vertical is well-positioned to develop the world’s leading eVTOL aircraft, certified to the highest CAA and EASA safety standards being set globally.”

Around 150 Rolls-Royce engineers based in countries including Hungary, Singapore, Germany, US and the UK will work with the Vertical Aerospace team on developing the aircraft which is aiming to be one of the world’s first certified eVTOLs. Vertical Aerospace, based in Bristol, has already flown multiple full-scale eVTOL prototypes and the build of VA-X4 will begin shortly with assembly taking place in the

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SET TO POWER VERTI CA L AEROSPAC E’ S FLA GSHIP URBAN AIR M OBI LITY AIRC RAFT, WI TH A ROLLS-ROY C E ELECTR IC AL POWER

A global pioneer in sustainable aviation technologies, Vertical has already flown two full-scale all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) prototypes with UK Civil Aviation Authority approval. Most recently Vertical unveiled its piloted winged eVTOL, VA-X4, Capable of travelling 120 miles at speeds of over 200 mph, carrying four passengers and one pilot.

SYSTEM IN THE EVTOL VEHICLE.

Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet THE planet’s vital power needs. Rolls-Royce has customers in more than 150 countries, comprising more than 400 airlines and leasing customers, 160 armed forces, 70 navies, and more than 5,000 power and nuclear customers.

UK and the first flight happening this year.

Electrification of flight is an important part of Rolls-Royce’s sustainability strategy and supports our aim to contribute to a net zero carbon future by 2050. Rolls-Royce Electrical is a specialist team whose focus is to develop sustainable, efficient and quieter technology for aviation, marine, land and industrial applications.

Rolls-Royce also recently announced a partnership with Tecnam and major worldwide aviation players for the development of the P-Volt: an all-electric, twin electric motor, short and medium range passenger aircraft, designed for maximum versatility and safety, powered by renewable energy. In our traditional aviation segments technology continues to be developed for more-electric aircraft solutions- with integrated electrical starter generators, auxiliary power units and more intelligent management of the electrical systems on board.

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POWER, OPERATION & LONG PERIODS BETWEEN OVERHAULS FOR A NEXT-GEN LIGHT HELICOPTER.

JOURNEY TO HX50 www.hillhelicopters.com

Technology has advanced so much since light helicopters were last being designed that it is now possible to build a turbine engine that offers high performance at a reasonable price point – this is one of the reasons behind Hill’s decision to go this route. The new GT50 turboshaft engine delivers smooth, refined power, an iconic soundtrack and reliable operation at high power settings, while providing extended periods between overhauls. Designed specifically to meet the needs of the HX50, with simplicity, efficiency and a holistic approach to safety as core design values, the GT50 releases the untapped potential of a next-generation light helicopter.

redesigned flight controls, full glass instrument panel, panoramic windows Inside and out the HX50 represents a masterpiece of sleek, elegant contours, and skylights, exclusive leather seating, and a host of luxury features, the sculpted along futuristic lines for maximum performance, and providing the HX50’s interior is stylish. The cockpit was reimagined to upgrade flying utmost in enjoyment for pilot and four passengers. Every feature has been from an ease-of-use and exhilarating perspective. The cabin engineered for the ultimate in utility, safety, convenience The development of Hill and avionics suite through the iPad simplifies and improves and especially aesthetic appeal, from streamlined blades to Helicopters’ HX50 is on the modern recreational flying experience by delivering deep panoramic windows to sturdy undercarriage, with a schedule and has met all convenient navigation, weather and traffic information, choice of two types of landing gear. The doors open wide major milestones. There in addition to a backup display of the flight instruments. for accessibility, making it easy for passengers to enter and will be three prototypes for Complementing the crisp digital displays is the unique exit, while a generous luggage compartment is provided testing in this year, and will be integrated pilot interface, with a user-friendly controller, for stowing your bags. The HX50’s groundbreaking followed by the first deliveries numerical keypad and intuitive selector keys for fast access cabin delivers a complete rethink of helicopter flight for in 2023, as originally planned. to routinely required functions. the pilot and those who prefer to be flown. Combining

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PIPER M600/SLS www.piper.com/model/m600sls/ First Garmin Autoland Equipped Aircraft to Receive Type Certification. When Piper introduced the M600, we exceeded industry expectations for performance and operational ease in a single-engine pressurized turboprop. A clean-sheet designed wing and the addition of Garmin’s G3000 avionics suite were key foundational enhancements that paved the way for product growth. Now we are using that platform to raise the bar in safety, luxury and support. Introducing the M600/SLS, setting new standards for aircraft in every category, meeting the highest standard in general aviation – yours.

appointed interior, Piper takes luxury to even greater heights with the EXP The Cabin Above Class. With a sublime and beautifully appointed interior, Package—now standard in the M600/SLS. Select from sophisticated interior Piper takes luxury to even greater heights with the EXP package – now color palettes with custom materials, stitching patterns and contrasting thread. standard in the M600/SLS. Customers are able to select from multiple Veneer and trim finishes further enhance the sense of unmatched refinement. sophisticated interior color palettes and can customize the interior design with Other new interior features include: stitching patterns and contrasting thread, as well as custom embroidery and Dual-Tone Seats badging. All seats are clad in hand-selected and processed Alcantara® leather with the possibility of selecting a solid or twoPiper Aircraft customers have Badging toned interior seating scheme. Veneer and trim finish always experienced uncompromising New Luggage Options further enhance the sense of unmatched refinement in a customer support and some of the best ULTIMATE CARE PROGRAM: SUPPORT AT Single Engine turboprop. warranties in the industry. The moment THE HIGHEST LEVEL The new M600/SLS features the most advanced avionics you take delivery of your new M600/ Piper Aircraft customers have always experienced available for any general aviation aircraft: the Garmin SLS, it starts to deliver for you. The uncompromising customer support and some of the best G3000® avionics suite. However, the avionics in the joys of flying are engineered to excite warranties in the industry. The moment you take delivery M600/SLS are unlike what you’ll find in most other and endure. Its progressive technology of your new M600/SLS, it starts to deliver for you. The aircraft because they include the HALOTM Safety is designed to keep you connected and joys of flying are engineered to excite and endure. Its System. HALO is loaded with safety features for both the protected. Those who fly our M600/SLS progressive technology is designed to keep you connected air and the airfield. Most importantly, HALO includes will enjoy unparalleled service and and protected. Those who fly our M600/SLS will enjoy the revolutionary Garmin® Autoland as standard peace of mind from our new Ultimate unparalleled service and peace of mind from our new equipment—because your safety isn’t optional.

Care Program — the pinnacle of Ultimate Care Program — the pinnacle of aircraft support STANDARD PREMIUM INTERIOR: ELEVATED aircraft support and maintenance, and maintenance, standard with the M600/SLS. STYLE AND LUXURY. With a sublime and beautifully standard with the M600/SLS.

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BELL URBAN AIR MOBILITY www.bellflight.com

The iconic Bell Nexus concept vehicle is showcasing the future of advanced air mobility in the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building’s “FUTURES” exhibit in Washington, D.C. until July 2022. Last year was an exciting time for Bell. The Future Vertical Lift team wrapped a highly successful flight-testing program with the Bell V-280 Valor for the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft competition. For the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft, the team has made excellent progress on Bell 360 Invictus build and systems integration work. Bell is proud of its workforce and the exciting investments being made to ensure Army aviation has the reach, speed, range, agility, and lethality needed to win on the battlefield. Bell is focused on these generational opportunities to revolutionise vertical lift. The V-280 and Bell 360 programs are not only relevant for today’s fight but are designed to maintain a decisive advantage for American aviation for decades to come. Making monumental strides forward to deliver greener, more modern solutions for our customers, Bell’s Innovation and Commercial Business teams introduced sustainable aviation fuel into their flight operations and demonstrated new capabilities for our eVTOL vehicle, Autonomous Pod Transport.

full history of flight while understanding how Bell will strive to shape The Bell Nexus Air Taxi will be on display in the new Smithsonian advanced air mobility through the Nexus concept vehicle and future Arts and Industries Building (AIB) “FUTURES” exhibit coming this innovations in aviation. The FUTURES exhibit will also showcase fall. The Bell Nexus Air Taxi, which made its public debut at the another iconic Bell innovation, the Bell Rocket Belt, widely renowned Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2019, is Bell’s futuristic electric as the world’s first jet pack. This marks another significant addition to vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) concept vehicle designed to the Smithsonian’s display of historic breakthrough Bell technologies. move people, goods or data to revolutionise mobility. The pursuit of Today, its National Air and Space Museum also holds the Bell X-1 electrically powered aircraft derives from Bell’s commitment to greener plane, first aircraft to break the sound barrier, and the Bell 47B, first technology and the production and implementation of sustainable helicopter to receive civil certification. “Since opening in 1881, the vehicles and operations. The development of the Nexus was one of Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building has introduced visitors to Bell’s first initiatives in its pursuit of environmentally friendly vertical big ideas that have changed the world,” said Rachel Goslins, director lift solutions and was designed to imagine a global standard for eVTOL of AIB. “We’re thrilled to be able to debut the Nexus in the very aircraft capable of transporting passengers and goods with a low carbon building where Americans first encountered early automobiles, famous footprint. “The Bell team is paving the way for future electric-powered steam engines, the Apollo 11 lunar capsule and the Spirit of St. Louis.” vehicles and greener technology to flourish,” said Mitch Snyder, Celebrating the Smithsonian’s 175th anniversary, president and CEO of Bell. “We have a rich history “FUTURES” will temporarily reopen AIB, the first of partnership with the Smithsonian Institute, with The Bell Nexus Air Taxi is on U.S. National Museum, for the first time in nearly two our various legacy aviation and aerospace products on display in the new Smithsonian decades. Part-exhibition, part-festival, “FUTURES” is display throughout the years, and I’m excited that the Arts and Industries Building a groundbreaking new museum experience that will fuse Bell Nexus will be part of the new FUTURES exhibit.”

(AIB) “FUTURES” exhibit art, technology, design, and history to invite visitors to The Nexus exhibition will include digital display from now until July 2022. It imagine not just one future, but many possible futures monitors that allow visitors to explore the vehicle’s will also showcase another on the horizon. Built with the proceeds from the first technology and its real-world applications to serve iconic innovation, the Bell great American World’s Fair, the AIB is an architectural civilian, humanitarian and a variety of other missions.

Rocket Belt, widely renowned landmark on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Visitors will also be able to immerse themselves in Bell’s as the world’s first jet pack.

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BELL 505

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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ROSEN AVIATION OWES ITS REPUTATION FOR SKILL AND PROFICIENCY IN DESIGNING AIRCRAFT CABIN DISPLAYS TO NEARLY 40 YEARS OF AVIATION INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE, A TEAM OF DEDICATED EMPLOYEES, SOPHISTICATED SOLUTIONS AND MILLIONS OF MILES OF TROUBLE-FREE AIR TRAVEL.

MAVERICK PROJECT www.rosenaviation.com The Maverick Project is a collaboration between Rosen Aviation and its partners KiPcreating and Sky-Style. Together, they created a conceptual environment shattering previous expectations, blending cutting-edge technology and world-class aesthetic design to achieve a transcendent vision for the future of biz-jet cabins.

Driven by customer demand for an experience beyond anything currently available, coupled with the challenge faced by interior designers to create beautiful cabin environments with limited space and bulky Rosen Aviation’s research components, Rosen sought to employ diverse sensor & development continues to technologies and integrated display surfaces that result in invest in hygienic, touchless an intuitive, immersive space. The Maverick Project has solutions, haptic feedback, already garnered substantial acclaim from industry OEMs. software defined surfaces, Rosen hopes to see the future they envisioned, with the virtual windows with help of their creative partners, integrated into production augmented reality, amongst aircraft. Previously regarded as the display specialists, Rosen’s many other state-of-the-art intention for The Maverick Project was to showcase the technologies. broad expertise they possess in cabin electronics.

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The Genesis concept is very space-age with enhanced use of onboard technology and LED lights integrated into the furnishings that complement new design features. The open concept is also a key feature of the design, but strategically placed pillars contain foldable barriers to offer on-demand privacy when needed, whether it be for an important meeting or just a getaway from the other passengers. Overall, aircraft rendering allows one to visualise tight spaces by customising everything from the seats to the texture of the materials. The experience can only be genuine if the lighting and scalability of objects are near hyper-realistic. The users should feel like they are in a simulator, where they are in control of the changes which keep evolving before their eyes until their dream comes true.

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Sky-Style, a design studio focused on advanced aviation conceptual design, aims to bring innovative vision to redesign the executive aviation world. Working with aviation giants such as Boeing, Sky-Style has been at the forefront of executive interior design and continues to test the boundaries of what is possible in an aircraft cabin. Stylistically, the BBJ MAX Genesis concept draws inspiration from nature’s tranquility; lenticular clouds hanging over a white sand beach, smooth rolling hills and a starry night sky. The goal of Genesis is to create an environment where passengers actually want to remain aboard, in collaboration with the Boeing company and the visualisation by KiPcreating. (Image © SkyStyle & KiPcreating)

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Working with KiPcreating’s team of designers, 3D experts, and software developers using strategic digital innovation to create the most realistic animations, renderings, and VR experiences, Lucas Carbone, SkyStyle’s Director of Design, said, “In a 3D environment, you’re not only measuring; you’re also perceiving reality.

You’re perceiving if the space that you need is exactly that one or if you need more. I think VR is one of the best ways in which we could verify that. We also got the results much faster than we would have with any other visualisation methods.” (Image © SkyStyle & KiPcreating)

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Hyper-realistic renderings and 3D visualisations make it possible to give clients a privileged peek into the future. Be it a future home or a new business jet. 3D visualisations also streamline decisionmaking, keeping the client relationship focus and goal-driven, and moving the design process forward. For 18 years, KiPcreating has been creating visualisations for architecture, aviation, the automotive sector, and more. (Image © SkyStyle & KiPcreating)

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The concept, named Genesis by SkyStyle Co-Founders Max Pardo and Lucas Colombo, represents the company’s debut in BBJ MAX design.“From an aviation designer’s perspective, the BBJ MAX is incredibly appealing because there is so much more interior space to realise one’s vision,” said Pardo.

“And since the MAX flies ultra-longdistances, the owners are looking for a comfortable lounge, multi-function conference area and a large master suite to ensure the ultimate flight experience.”

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“BBJ MAX interiors have always been a sharp departure from the cramped cabins of smaller business jets, and the Genesis design is yet another example of our exclusive cabin capabilities,” said Greg Laxton, Head of Boeing Business Jets. The MAX’s optimised maintenance schedule drives operating costs that are nearly the same as smaller, less comfortable competitors. BBJs also retain comparatively higher residual values by requiring a fraction of the lengthy and expensive shop visits experienced by other business jets as they age. (Image © SkyStyle & KiPcreating)

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The BBJ MAX 7, MAX 9 and MAX 9 offer a combination of range and interior space to match each mission’s requirements. The 3.5+metre-wide cabin is as wide as the original BBJ. The BBJ MAX also features a lower cabin altitude, which never exceeds 6,500 feet even at maximum cruise speed. In fact, on a typical long-range mission, the average cabin altitude experienced by the passengers is only 5,600 feet, which allows them to arrive feeling more refreshed. (Image © SkyStyle & KiPcreating)

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FALCON SOLAR AIRCRAFT CONCEPT This concept by Lasky Design for a solar-powered aircraft is capable of zeroemission flight thanks to its large wingspan. The design breaks with conventional aircraft design and uses the advantage of flying wings, inspired by birds of prey.

The fuselage generates lift while providing a surface for the solar panels.

The sunrays bathe our planet with vast amounts of energy – approximately 885 million terawatt hours every year. Back in 2016, Solar Impulse 2 landed in Abu Dhabi to the cheers of crowds and cameras. After 14 months of travel and 550 hours in the air, the plane had accomplished what many had deemed impossible: traveling 25,000 miles around the world— over four continents, two oceans and three seas, with the sunrays as its only power source.

The world is gradually shifting towards eco-friendly ways of living, and transportation is one major industry carrying the gauntlet. Solarpowered airplanes are the future in this quest, and this concept gives us a look at the horizon of air travel in a decade’s time.

Solar Impulse solar-powered aircrafts developed by U.S.-Spanish aerospace firm Skydweller Aero have demonstrated what totally fuel independent flying machines are capable of, sans any dependence on hauling fuel or need to refuel by pit stop landing. Venturing on intercontinental flights and countless flying hours, the solar aircraft opened up the world to the possibilities of totally sustainable flights.

Laszlo Nemeth of Lasky Design wants to carry forward the zeroemission dream of commercial and private aircraft flights with this intriguing concept. Nemeth looked to nature to shape this futuristic solar powered aircraft named Falcon Solar. Inspired by birds of prey, the streamlined concept features large wings that curve upwards and a pointed cockpit and tail. “Even nowadays, nature’s iteration of shapes can be a good inspiration for design and help development with almost perfectly harmonious proportions such as golden ratio,” says the Hungarian industrial designer.

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During the 1970s fuel crisis, solar energy was identified as an alternative energy source. Sunrise, the world’s first solar-powered airplane, took to the skies in 1974. Solar-powered airplanes, as opposed to ordinary airplanes, capture solar irradiance and transform it into electrical energy using photovoltaic panels.

AIRCRAFT WITH ZERO EMISSION IS INSPIRED

BY BIRDS OF PREY, WITH A LARGE WINGSPAN WHICH PROVIDE LIFT AND

A LARGE AREA FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS.

Another example of solar flight is Airbus’ Zephyr, the world’s leading solarelectric stratospheric Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), with a wingspan of 25m and weighs less than 75 kg. Zephyr relies on solar energy, with secondary batteries charged in daylight to power overnight flight. Thanks to this Zephyr’s flight time is carbon neutral.

aircraft world, this is the Falcon Solar aircraft concept that takes to the skies with its wide wingspan. The concept design breaks the accepted norms of aircraft design with an advanced set of wings that have a curved shape. An outstanding design feature is the inverted wingspan compared to the real flacon bird. Stacked against the overall body ratio of the solar aircraft, the wings are quite large, perhaps to provide superior lift and lessen aerodynamic drag. There are no rudders or rear wing or vertical stabilisers which actuate the direction of the aircraft. Hopefully, we are staring down an advanced technology that makes swift turning possible without these currently vital parts on any flying machine. The array of solar panels spans across the whole length of the wings, which should be able to produce enough energy from the sun when gliding over the clouds. For now, the cabin of the aircraft looks quite compact and it is not yet known if there is ample space for passengers to be hauled.

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ACH 135 & SUPERYACHTS Growing helicopter sales to superyacht owners is a key goal for Airbus Corporate Helicopters, tracking about 70 build projects featuring yachts of 100 metres or larger, at which size helipads can be considered.

Popular Airbus models for the yacht market are the H135 light twin helicopter and H145, according to ACH. The H135 has a D-value [a measure of the largest overall dimension of the helicopter when rotors are turning] of just 12m.

“This is the smallest footprint in the world for a twin-engine helicopter,” said Frederic Lemos, Head of ACH. “Yacht owners choose it because it’s very reliable and has a low maintenance requirement. So, clients can go to sea for eight months without the need for heavy maintenance or to bring an engineer with them.” The manufacturer’s app, ACH for Yachts, is designed to guide owners, shipyard project managers and yacht managers on how best to install and operate helidecks on superyachts.

Growing helicopter sales to superyacht owners is a key goal for Airbus Corporate Helicopters, according to Frederic Lemos, Head of ACH. “In this niche market (for us), ACH is selling regularly seven to eight aircraft a year,” he said. “We estimate we hold almost 70 percent of the market share.” To boost sales, the manufacturer is monitoring key build projects and offering guidance on the installation of helidecks on yachts and their safe operation via its app ACH for Yachts. ACH is tracking about 70 build projects featuring yachts of 100m (328ft) or larger, at which size helipads can be considered. Popular Airbus models for this market are the H135 light twin helicopter and H145, according to ACH. The H135 has a D-value [a measure of the largest overall dimension of the helicopter when rotors are turning] of just 12 metres. “This is the smallest footprint in the world for a twin-engine helicopter,” he said. “Yacht owners choose it because it’s

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HELICOPTERS HAS A 70 PERCENT SHARE IN THE YACHTING MARKET WITH ITS ACH 135 AND ACH 145 MODELS PRIMARILY SATISFYING THAT NICHE.

The ACH For Yachts app provides specific advice on how to plan the installation of a helideck or hangar on a superyacht, plus the structural support needed. Not all helicopter landing platforms are designated equally, they can be either fully regulated helidecks or touch-and-go bases, which can only be used in private.

“While the H135 has been the reference model, we advise allowing space in the build design for a bigger helicopter in case the principal’s family gets bigger and a larger helicopter is needed,” said Frederic Lemos, Head of ACH. The D-Value of the H135 is just 12m compared to 13.5m for the H145 – enabling principals to move from a fivepassenger cabin to an eight-passenger cabin.

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very reliable and has a low maintenance requirement. So, clients can go to sea for eight months without the need for heavy maintenance or to bring an engineer with them.” The manufacturer’s app, ACH for Yachts, is designed to guide owners, shipyard project managers and yacht managers on how best to install and operate helidecks on superyachts. “There is an increasing need for us to act as a trusted advisor in the community of yachting to enable access to information [about helideck installation and operation] – to place ourselves in the centre of the community about yacht integration for helicopters,” said Lemos. “Safety is at the core of everything we do. ACH makes itself available to [shipyard] engineers and the industry to help in making the most of integrating the helicopter into the operation of a superyacht.”

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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 flight time on Eve’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 Asia Pacific.

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The Bell 525 is designed to be the best-in-class aircraft expected to support operations and revolutionise the oil and gas transport industry. It is anticipated to be the first commercial fly-by-wire (FBW) helicopter to be certified. This design architecture reduces pilot workload, increases pilot situational awareness and improves the aircraft’s handling qualities. Bell also announced the 525 Relentless completed its first flight using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), having first incorporated SAF in its training and demonstration fleet in March 2021.

this fuel from Avfuel Corp. and is the fuel provider’s first rotorcraft customer Bell 525’s industry-first fly-by-wire flight controls offer the operator safety and to use and complete flights with SAF. This brand of biofuel, Neste MY SAF, reliability and decrease pilot workload even in the most demanding missions is made from renewable, sustainably sourced waste and residue materials. Once and challenging environments. Garmin G5000H® avionics incorporate the blended, Avfuel anticipates a 22-metric ton reduction in lifecycle carbon first touchscreen glass flight deck designed for helicopters. Wrap-around emissions per truck load. Bell’s SAF initiative supports Textron’s Achieve windscreens and a side-stick control scheme provide a wide field of view 2025 Sustainable Footprint goal for 20 percent reduction in greenhouse gas during takeoff, cruise and landing, and excellent over-the-nose viewing. emissions across the enterprise, among other sustainability initiatives. “At Bell, Superior speed, payload, and range capability meet customers’ demanding our goal is to set the standard for clean aviation and pave the way for a greener missions. The 16-passenger flat floor cabin and large cargo bay can be flexibly future by minimising our operational impact,” said Michael configured. The innovative drive system is designed to the Doug May, Vice President Thacker, Executive Vice President of Innovation and latest regulatory standards. The marinised airframe and MSGof Flight at Bell, said Commercial Business at Bell. “This is a major milestone in our 3 maintenance plan design reduce operating costs. The “Showcasing the aircraft’s sustainability journey, and we look forward to implementing Integrated Vehicle Health Management system has extensive usage of SAF further more carbon emission reduction practices in the future.” The aircraft monitoring along with smart predictive and diagnostic reinforces its position as a true Bell 525 team is currently engaged with the FAA on Type tools to improve flight safety and optimise availability Doug 21st century aircraft, capable Inspection Authorization (TIA) flight testing and is submitting May, Vice President of Flight at Bell, said, “Showcasing the of bringing more sustainable certification artifacts to the FAA in parallel. Bell will continue aircraft’s usage of SAF further reinforces its position as a true practices to the industry and to use SAF for Bell 525 test flights when SAF availability and 21st century aircraft, capable of bringing more sustainable future customers.” flight test schedules allow for refuelling opportunities. practices to the industry and future customers.” Bell sources

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G600 CONNECT U.S. HUBS TO RIYADH www.gulfstream.com in New Jersey and set another record, flying 5,915 nm/10,955 km in 12 The all-new Gulfstream G700 and award-winning Gulfstream G600 added hours and 56 minutes at an average speed of Mach 0.85. more international city-pair speed records travelling between locations Gulfstream is applying carbon offsets to be carbon neutral for all the in the United States and Saudi Arabia, where Gulfstream showcased the record-breaking flights. aircraft to customers and prospects in the region.

The G700’s latest city-pair record follows record-setting flights from On 23 October, 2021, the fully outfitted G700 production test aircraft Savannah to Doha, Qatar; Doha to Paris; and Paris to Savannah in set a record from Houston, Texas, to Riyadh, flying 7,172 nautical September. Gulfstream anticipates G700 customer deliveries beginning in miles/13,283 kilometers, its longest-distance flight to date. Using 2022. The G600 has set more than 20 speed records. sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), the trip was flown at Mach 0.87 in just 13 The G600, which entered service in August 2019, features leading hours and 40 minutes. fuel-efficiency, a result of the advanced design and aerodynamics of the On the same day, and with an SAF blend, the G600 departed Washington, Gulfstream wing combined with Pratt & Whitney 800-series engines.

D.C., and flew 6,146 nm/11,382 km to Riyadh at Mach 0.88 for a total The wing design greatly reduces drag, and the engines provide significant flight time of 11 hours and 39 minutes, adding another city-pair record. improvements in environmental efficiency. Nitrogen oxide emissions are “Gulfstream’s next-generation aircraft truly raise the bar for high 27 percent lower than the latest International Civil Aviation Organization performance, innovation and cabin comfort. These city-pair records Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection’s international showcase the ability of our aircraft to help our customers reach their requirements, and emissions for carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and destinations faster,” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “The G700 smoke are more than 75 percent better than international requirements. is the most spacious, best-performing aircraft in the business-jet industry, The G600 is also significantly quieter than the latest Stage and we look forward to its entry into service, and for the Gulfstream G600 added more 5 noise limits, greatly decreasing the impact the aircraft G600, our customers are seeing firsthand what the aircraft international city-pair speed has on communities surrounding airports during takeoff can do for them, and its popularity continues to grow records travelling between and landing. It can travel 6,600 nautical miles/12,223 around the world.” locations in the United States kilometers at Mach 0.85 and 5,600 nm/10,371 km at The G700 and G600 also set more city-pair speed records and Saudi Arabia. The G600 Mach 0.90. To date, the aircraft has set more than 20 cityon their return trips to the U.S. On 29 October 2021, departed Washington, D.C., pair speed records around the world. In addition to the the G700 connected Riyadh with Savannah in a record and flew 6,146 nm/11,382 km Federal Aviation Administration and the European Union 13 hours and 55 minutes, flying 6,507 nm/12,051 km at to Riyadh at Mach 0.88 for Aviation Safety Agency, the G600 has earned certifications an average speed of Mach 0.875 while operating as high a total flight time of 11 hours from the United Kingdom, Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, as 51,000 feet at Mach 0.89. The G600 illustrated its and 39 minutes.

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CELIA SAWYER, STYLE IN FLIGHT www.celiasawyer.com quality, delivery and surety.”

Celia Sawyer Interior Architecture and Design, is now in its 20th year, designing About the interiors for the helicopter pictured above, Sawyer tells us, “Although luxury residential homes, superyachts, aviation, commercial properties and I have designed interiors for over 20years, and been lucky enough to design not projects in the leisure industry worldwide. As CEO, Celia is a member of the only beautiful interiors for private residences but also commercial projects and Society of British and International Interior Design and an official judge for aircraft, designing a helicopter was something of an exiting new challenge for me. the International Property Awards and the International Hotel Awards. She is One of my regular clients, who I have designed various homes and bars for, a Patron for the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation, Women’s Refuge, an had talked to me for some time about purchasing a new helicopter, a larger Ambassador for the British Heart Foundation, Prince’s Trust, and was recently version of the Airbus that he already has and uses for travel up and down the awarded Global Goodwill Ambassador for humanitarian services. Celia also country. He wanted something a little larger that had that wow factor and mentors social entrepreneurs for The British Library and writes a column on exuded luxury in every detail, purely for his own use, not to be chartered out, luxury property. Interior architect Afy Saedi works alongside Celia and her and subtly personalised to suit his requirements. team creating beautiful, functional interiors and exteriors globally. She has been This was such an exiting project for me, to have the opportunity to create a working in the industry for 25 years designing high end residential properties, spectacular interior within such a small space, but also the challenge of meeting commercial spaces, such as restaurants and bars, and worked on some of the safety and weight restrictions, without it influencing the design aesthetics. most exclusive landscape and exterior lighting designs. Senior designer Rachel Weight is very important when designing anything that flies, and of course Patrick has worked with Celia and her team for 18 years, assisting on projects this is a huge consideration when choosing fixtures inside, so I had to make ranging from large residential homes, through to superyachts and the leisure sure the materials were all light enough. industry. She also works on the bespoke furniture designs and liaises with I designed the client’s initials to be classical and to be embroidered to the clients on procurement. cushions and headrests in the aircraft, for personalised Sawyer tell us, “Founded some 20 years ago, we at Celia detailing, and on sketching out the idea above, decided on Sawyer Interior Architecture and Design have been “This was such an exiting the less “frilly” looking option in the final design. discreetly providing both private and commercial clients with project for me, to have the Colouration was key here, I used a beautiful teal fabric, black bespoke, ground breaking luxury interiors, turning dreams opportunity to create a lacquer and gold initials and piping throughout, and the into practical day-to-day reality. Our ethos is clear, distinct spectacular interior within contained drinks cabinet had to be included. I also created as and straightforward, which is to interpret our partners ideas, such a small space, but also much ambient lighting as was possible as I cannot say enough ambitions and requirements with flair, passion, innovation the challenge of meeting how important lighting is in any interior scheme. and excitement, executing and delivering projects with safety and weight restrictions, The client was very pleased with the final design and although diligent attention to detail and timely professional execution. without it influencing the I am yet to fly in it, I am very sure there is nothing out there Our track record of satisfied clients from across the spectrum design aesthetics,” said Celia quite like it!” of homes, commercial, sea and air represent our testament of Sawyer.

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G600’S NEW MILESTONE www.gulfstream.com Gulfstream aircraft, each cabin is custom-made by Gulfstream artisans G600 successfully demonstrated steep-approach landings into London who handcraft the cabinetry, furnishings and finishes. “Our awardCity Airport, which which requires the certification due to its short winning bespoke interiors and the individuals who create and install them runway and stringent noise-abatement requirements, as well as Lugano are the best in the business. In fact, we have received direct feedback Airport, whose short runway situated in the mouth of a valley, requires from this newest G600 customer citing an ‘outstanding’ experience, and an extremely steep approach, and Sion Airport in Switzerland, with I’m excited for our customers to experience the unparalleled quality and low-speed handling and short-field landing capability. “The takeoff excellence produced by the world-class team at our Dallas facility,” said and landing performance we demonstrated in Europe was key in the Burns. The G600 features Gulfstream’s next-generation Symmetry Flight process of securing customers’ access to even more locations worldwide, Deck with active control sidesticks, the most extensive use of touchsaving them even more valuable hours per year,” said Burns. “Our screen technology in the business aviation industry and other advanced customers already benefit from Gulfstream’s high-speed performance safety features including Gulfstream’s Enhanced Flight Vision System. advantage when flying, and the investment we’ve made in flight testing With its ability to travel 6,600 nautical miles/12,223 kilometers at Mach and continuous improvement delivers even more value with increased 0.85 and 5,600 nm/10,371 km at Mach 0.90, the G600 has set more flexibility.” The G600 also set its speed record from London to Seattle, than 35 city-pair speed records. To date, Gulfstream has made more completing its 4,235-nm/7,843-km flight in just 8 hours and 39 minutes. than 70 G600 deliveries to customers around the world. The addition It landed with fuel reserves exceeding National Business Aviation of G600 completions to the Gulfstream Dallas facility is a component of Association minimums under Instrument Flight Rules. The flight is Gulfstream’s larger growth strategy, which includes Gulfstream Customer pending approval by the U.S. National Aeronautic Association and Support’s expansion to Fort Worth Alliance Airport in Texas with an allFédération Aéronautique Internationale in Switzerland for recognition new, modern and sustainable service center, set to open later this year. as world records. In addition, the G600 received FAA and EASA Gulfstream Customer Support also recently announced a certification of improved takeoff performance operations The delivery of the first new service center in Mesa, Arizona, to support customers on grooved runways in wet conditions.

Gulfstream G600 will be operating in and through the U.S. West Coast. In addition The G600 can be configured in four living areas for outfitted at its Dallas, Texas, to Dallas, Gulfstream outfits large-cabin interiors in up to 19 passengers or three living areas with a crew facility. In response to growing Savannah and Appleton, Wisconsin. Completions for the compartment for up to 13 passengers, and customers can demand, Gulfstream expanded super-midsize Gulfstream G280 are also performed at the also choose from a forward or aft galley configuration. completions operations to the Dallas facility. “We are seeing tremendous demand for The interior features award-winning seat designs, bestDallas facility in summer 2021 our next-generation aircraft,” said Mark Burns, president, in-class cabin altitude, 100 percent fresh purified air, to enhance interior outfitting Gulfstream. “Expanding G600 completions to Dallas is whisper-quiet noise levels and 14 Gulfstream panoramic capabilities for customers. positioning us well for the future.” oval windows, the largest in the industry. As with all

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Fokker Techniek expands its VIP cabin completion capability into widebody market, with an exclusive VVIP aircraft cabin ordered by K5-Aviation, spacious cabin interior with a modern design.

FOKKER TECHNIEK Fokker Techniek has signed a contract with K5-Aviation for its first ever widebody VIP completion. Roland van Dijk, co-CEO of Fokker Techniek, said, “It’s really the next level and we are very honoured that K5-Aviation has entrusted us with this prestigious project. We have started preparations and will soon implement more changes to the company in order to keep up with the continuous growth in our Aircraft Completions and Conversions segment. Our order book demands additional workforce and an increase of in-house activities.”

Anthony Fokker, the Dutch aviation pioneer, forms the main pillar of his company. In the year 1911 Fokker flew for the first time in his self-designed and self-constructed small propeller aeroplane called “de Spin”. In 1919 Fokker officially started his aircraft factory and became a world-renowned creator of innovative aircraft. Through the decades, Fokker built his company with great passion, growing it into the largest aircraft manufacturing company in the 1920s. Today, Fokker Techniek continues to share its founder’s core values and provides a wide range of services, from design and engineering, VIP interior capabilities, VIP maintenance, modifications and refurbishments as well as customer support. With its heritage as an aircraft OEM, the Fokker Techniek team can perform a a “green” completion, a minor or major upgrade, or a full refurbishment. Engineering services include design and Engineering of VIP interiors, systems and installations; certification of completions, modifications & systems to obtain STCs; redesigns related to obsolescence issues, upgrades and refurbishments; on-site Technical Support to enhance aircraft operations; maintenance requirement analysis and recommendations; supplements of aircraft Technical Documentation & Manuals; engineering technical assistance; weight saving and noise reduction studies and incorporation. The engineering and design capabilities from Fokker are recognised by the EASA through a Design Organisation Approval (DOA), which allows major modifications and alterations of airframe, aircraft systems as well as upgrades of (cabin) electronic systems up to and including modifications to the flight-deck. The engineering team covers the field of In-Flight Entertainment (IFE), wireless LAN and SatCom systems, Mechanical Systems and Structures, Stress and Airworthiness Analysis. VIP interior service comprise manufacturing and installation of bespoke interiors, under EASA Production Organisation Approval (POA); modifications to systems and avionics; re-upholstery of seats and linings; full or partrefurbishments of existing VIP Interiors; performance of structural

(interior and exterior) modifications; component overhaul, testing and rectifications; performance of functional, operational and tests leading to certification; and on-site technical support during modifications.

Support and services cover manufacturing, overhaul and/or repair of: cabinets and monuments; VIP cabin lining; upholstery; composites, cable looms/wire harnesses; tubing (welding and bending); machined parts; sheet-metal parts; items requiring non-destructive inspection; and items requiring surface treatment. The MRO division takes care of scheduled airframe maintenance, introduction of SBs/ADs, restoration of damages modifications. MRO facility includes a paint hangar for a full repaint or new exterior liveries. Furthermore, it includes various shop capabilities, from interior furnishings to alterations to monuments and refurbishment of seats, redefining certain VIP cabin areas or cabin functions such as upgrading cabin systems. Cabin modifications can be completed during maintenance downtime, during which the team can also take care of relevant services such as Maintain CAMO, De-registration/ registration and Temporary importation.

Fokker Techniek has a Part145 Maintenance organisation recognition for both the EASA and FAA together with approvals from most other Regulatory Authorities.

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From the front to the back of the plane are the dressing room and bathroom, dining and lounge area, sitting room, lounge and office, and finally, bedroom and bathroom. Long journeys require the space and time to rest and recharge, with a private bedroom, including bathroom, best placed in the rear of the floor plan. (Image © Fokker Techniek)

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Bespoke interiors for mansions, hotels, yachts and VIP aircraft have one common purpose: to indulge the person using it with the ultimate feeling of comfort. The open spaces concept is based on having open connected areas.By using transparent walls, it creates a spacious feeling and enhances the impression that this space is connected with the next social space. (Image © Fokker Techniek)

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A spacious private office area with desk and TV screen is ideal work when flying. The use of a transparent partition provides an open area when it is clear, or privacy in the bedroom when dimmed. As at home, a sitting area to relax, With a transparent TV monitor integrated in the wall, your favourite art collection can be displayed as part of the area. (Image © Fokker Techniek)

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to support Cape Air, a recognised leader in regional air travel, to chart a The Eviation Alice is the world’s leading fully electric aircraft, designed new path in delivering innovative solutions that benefit airline operators, to fly 440 nautical miles on a single charge and has maximum cruise passengers, communities and society.” Cape Air President and CEO speed of 250 knots. Alice will operate in all environments currently Linda Markham said, “Cape Air remains committed to sustainability, serviced by piston and turbine aircraft. The advanced electric motors growth, and innovation, and our partnership with have fewer moving parts to increase reliability and reduce Eviation’s all-electric Alice Eviation allows for these commitments to become a maintenance costs. Alice’s operating software constantly aircraft can accommodate reality. Our customers will be at the forefront of aviation monitors flight performance to ensure optimal efficiency. nine passengers and two crew, history and our communities will benefit from emissionAs it can accommodate nine passengers and two crew, designed to fly 440 nautical free travel.” Cape Air Board Chairman, Dan Wolf stated, deploying a fleet of the all-electric aircraft reduces miles on a single charge “Cape Air has always maintained a deep commitment to carbon emissions, as well as maintenance and operational and has maximum cruise social responsibility. As an early supporter of all-electric costs for the airline, providing a smoother and quieter speed of 250 knots. Alice will air travel, we are dedicated to leading the industry flight experience for passengers. “Truly sustainable operate in all environments towards a sustainable future. Together with Eviation, we aviation not only reduces the impact of air travel on the currently serviced by piston are creating the next generation of air travel, in which environment but also makes business sense,” said Jessica and turbine aircraft. electric flight will be the industry standard.”

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Flying Fox offers luxury accommodation for 25 guests in 11 suites, aboard a 136-metre full-displacement hull with a top speed of 20 knots and a wide range of watersports equipment on hand.

The design of Flying Fox is of an almost understated aesthetic. Arrival in appropriate comfort is assured by the two helipads capable of hosting the world’s largest helicopters.

The stern area is dedicated to water sports, and a transversally-positioned pool that has an ingenious system of holding the water in should the yacht begin rolling slightly, based on retractable baffles that subdivide the volume.

Flying Fox, built by Lürssen and launched in 2019 to international acclaim, represents an important moment for its owner, who is not new to luxury yachts. His previous experience provided inspiration for designer Espen Øino, who studied the latest superyacht trends and developed them to even greater dimensions, in this spectacular 136-metre vessel that reaches a height of 32 metres above sea level.

The sheer size of the hull, in steel, with aluminium superstructure, is enhanced by the dove grey colour that constantly interacts with the flickering light reflected from the sea. The two engines provide a cruising speed of 17 knots and a maximum speed of 20 knots, notably high for a ship of this size, and a range of 6,500 nautical miles. The main cabin of the owner’s suite has a floor area of 105 square metres, comprising a sleeping area to port and a lounge area to starboard, complete with ethanol fireplace, in addition to separate dressing

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With 6 guest decks, Flying Fox, with superstructure designed by Espen Øino and built by Lürssen, is as elegant as it is big. Flying Fox’s full displacement hull is optimised for efficiency, and four zero-speed stabilizers assure guest comfort in all conditions. When sailing, the yacht is remarkably quiet, with no vibration. The exterior is a symphony of complex curves creating a very organic feel. Facilities include a fully-equipped clinic, and a crew that comprises ex-military personnel who ensure guest security.

© Guillaume Plisson for Imperial The design of the surfaces on board features an extensive use of organic forms and complex curves, and all structures are developed using materials that enhance sea views wherever possible. Bulwarks are kept low, and there are many glazed sections that heighten the sense of space.

rooms. The glazing runs right around the master cabin, looking over the large spa pool on the private terrace in front. The master suite on the upper deck has a 48-square-metre bathroom. From the centrally-positioned oval bathtub, there are spectacular views out over the private deck that runs around the front of the suite. The decorations in the bathroom include an underwater theme created using mosaic techniques depicting coral and seaweed, a motif that also appears in other parts of the yacht’s interiors and on the doors of the 10 guest suites, which are located forward of the gym, spa and pool area, opening onto one of the long beam decks which can be used as wide balconies, separated by retractable panels. The interiors, created by designer Mark Berryman, are clean, east-meets-west style, with Japanese touches designed for visual discretion, based on a limited palette of warm colours such as light oak, bamboo, limestone, travertine, Jerusalem stone, wicker and more. © Guillaume Plisson

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Flying Fox offers luxury accommodation for 25 guests in 11 suites, aboard a 136-metre full-displacement hull that can reach a top speed of 20 knots, with a comprehensive range of watersports equipment on hand, including a bathing platform 22.5 metres across, and a 400-square-metre, 2-deck spa. Two engines provide a cruising speed of 17 knots and a maximum speed of 20 knots, as well as a range of 6,500 nautical miles.

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A BIGGER, BETTER SPLASH www.imperial-yachts.com/yachts/flying-fox With 6 guest decks, Flying Fox, with superstructure designed by Espen Øino and built by Lürssen, is as elegant as it is big. It is packed with innovative features, such as a remarkably-engineered transversal swimming pool, and the first -110°C CryoSauna ever seen on a luxury yacht. Flying Fox’s full displacement hull is optimised for efficiency, and four zero-speed stabilizers assure guest comfort in all conditions. When sailing, the yacht is remarkably quiet, with no vibration. The exterior is a symphony of complex curves creating a very organic feel. Facilities include a fully-equipped clinic, and a crew that comprises ex-military personnel who ensure guest security.

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Flying Fox, built by Lürssen and launched in 2019 to international acclaim, represents an important moment for its owner, who is not new to luxury yachts. His previous experience provided inspiration for designer Espen Øino, who studied the latest superyacht trends and developed them to even greater dimensions, in this spectacular 136-metre vessel that reaches a height of 32 metres above sea level.

“Conceiving a 136m yacht is not much different from conceiving a 70m yacht, it’s like designing anything. You have one goal and one goal only – to interpret a vision and satisfy the client.” The sheer size of the hull, in steel, with aluminium superstructure, is enhanced by the dove grey colour that constantly interacts with the flickering light reflected from the sea. The two engines provide a cruising speed of 17 knots and a maximum speed of 20 knots, notably high for a ship of this size, and a range of 6,500 nautical miles. Øino adds, “Many of our boats are usually very linear, but this owner was really into organic design, it was all about teamwork, and as the designers, we were simply holding the pen.”

One of the current trends in superyacht design is linked to watersports equipment, and in Flying Fox, the entire stern area is dedicated to different methods of enjoying the sea environment, including a bathing platform

fuelling equipment needed to keep everything going.

There is a beauty centre just forward of the stern section of the main deck, and a dry massage room. The corresponding wet massage room provides a different sort of experience that simulates the feel of being massaged on a warm water bed under a tropical rainstorm. The gym has all conceivable Technogym equipment, and there is an open-air balcony specially for yoga. The visual focus of the stern watersports area is the aft deck pool, 12 metres in width, placed transversely, possible because in that section, the yacht has a 22.5-metre beam. On most superyachts, pools are usually longitudinally arranged, partly to prevent the water from splashing out in a rolling swell. On Flying Fox, this potential problem is ingeniously solved by retractable barriers at the centre that basically subdivide the pool into two volumes should this be necessary.

Of course, in the case of heavy seas, the pool can simply be drained, but the technical solution means that this has to be done more rarely, so that pool use can be maximized.

There are ten guest suites arranged forward of the gym, spa and pool area, all very large, democratically identical and all en-suite, and opening onto one of the long beam decks which can be used as wide balconies, separated by retractable panels. The interiors, created by designer Mark

Berryman, are clean, east-meets-west style, with Japanese touches 22.5 metres across, and a two-deck spa with a 400 square metre interior designed for visual discretion, based on a limited palette of warm colours space. At the centre of the spa is a giant pool whose water temperature such as light oak, bamboo, limestone, travertine, Jerusalem stone, wicker can be adjusted from hot to virtually zero degrees in a matter of minutes, and so forth. The same approach is used in the master suite on the upper so that it can provide an icy plunge after a sauna. An interesting feature deck, which has a 48-square-metre bathroom. From the centrallyis the first CryoSauna ever seen on a luxury yacht, which enables you positioned oval bathtub, there are spectacular views out over the private to first of all enter a chamber cooled to -60°C, followed by another deck that runs around the front of the suite. The decorations in the which is at -110°C. This is used by athletes for pain relief and muscle bathroom include an underwater theme created using mosaic techniques regeneration, but reportedly a brief exposure to this low temperature depicting coral and seaweed, a motif that also appears in other parts of provides a pleasurable endorphin peak. Needless to say, three minutes is the yacht’s interiors, and on the doors of guest suites, quite enough. each of which is denoted by a different marine organism.

Other equipment for sea games includes a kitesurf The design of the surfaces on The main cabin of the owner’s suite has a floor area of storeroom, and a dive store providing rebreathing system board features an extensive use 105 square metres, comprising a sleeping area to port with oxygen and nitro, 3-seats decompression chamber, of organic forms and complex and a lounge area to starboard, complete with ethanol a team of professional dive masters and complete diving curves, and all structures are fireplace, in addition to separate dressing rooms. The gear. The yacht has a hospital that also comprises a threedeveloped using materials that glazing runs right around the master cabin, looking seat decompression chamber should this be necessary. enhance sea views wherever over the large spa pool on the private terrace in front.

The selection of water toys and board comprises a beach possible. Bulwarks are kept Interestingly, there are some working spaces linked to landing craft, a Super Air Nautique Coastal, two custom low, and there are many the master cabin, without views. This was one of the tenders 12.5m and 11m in length, windsurfs, seabobs, glazed sections that heighten owner’s requests, preferring not to have sea views in flyboards, hoverboards, even a submarine, and the the sense of space.

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The design of Flying Fox is of supreme discretion, an almost understated aesthetic that downplays the remarkable opportunities available to guests aboard. Arrival in appropriate comfort is assured by the two helipads capable of hosting the world’s largest helicopters. The stern area is dedicated to water sports, and a transversallypositioned pool that has an ingenious system of holding the water in should the yacht begin rolling slightly, based on retractable baffles that subdivide the volume.

The Spa itself sprawls 400sqm on two floors, with an inside Jacuzzi where the roof opens to abundant natural light, the very first CryoSauna ever installed on board a superyacht with its dedicated therapist, an extensive and luxurious Hammam, Sauna and Beauty Centre. There is also a well-equipped Gym with dedicated instructors.

The selection of water toys on board cater to sport fanatics, with a 12.5m Custom Compass Enclosed Limousine and an 11.8m Custom Windy Open Limousine, a beach landing craft, a Super Air Nautique Coastal, windsurfs, seabobs, flyboards, hoverboards, even a submarine. In addition, there is a kitesurf storeroom, and a dive centre providing compressors, nitrox systems and underwater scooters. Also in the stern section is the vast spa, with a beauty parlour, a massage room with warm water beds and rainfall massage, and a well-equipped gym. The yacht’s 6,400 nautical mile range is fuelled by a capacity for 682,500 litres of diesel, supplying two MTU engines with a power of 6,009 hp (4,481 kW) each. Passenger comfort is ensured by the very quiet sailing conditions, with no perceptible vibration even when the four thrusters are in operation.

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The stern wellness-inspired facilities are located close to the guest suites which are distributed along the port and starboard beams, so that guests can choose whether to enjoy their private deck terrace section or a session in the spa. The vast scale of the yacht is matched by the detailing and the interior design, which includes touches such as marine-life-themed mosaics and a Zen-style east-meets-west aesthetic that enhances the sense of space. The focus is constantly on the maritime environment, so that memorable experiences will include simple but unique pleasures such as a line-caught fish prepared al fresco by the chef at the exterior galley on a charcoal grill, before enjoying a glass of fine brandy around the firepit under a canopy of stars.

be used by large helicopters, and it doubles as a dancefloor, complete order not to be distracted during work when this is necessary. Peter with power outlets for audio DJ equipment. Another 14-metre helipad Lürssen, managing partner of the shipyard, says, “The owner’s input is located near the bows. The six guest decks are served by a large within all aspects of the yacht’s design was clear, strong, and exacting.” oval staircase and a semi-transparent lift. In addition to the outdoor The dimensions and luxurious finish that can be observed in all parts cinema area, there is an indoor cinema with D-box seats system and a of the yacht are awe-inspiring, but a particularly striking section is super-powerful Dolby Atmos sound system, and appropriately efficient the double-height saloon on the starboard side, with central seating, insulation to as not to disturb adjacent interiors. oak panelling, and a fireplace that burns wood like a domestic hearth.

The human factor is a massive consideration aboard a superyacht of this The saloon, like other interiors on board, has a surprising amount of size, with 55 crew members. This means that catering arrangements are greenery, including two mature Ficus trees. An irrigation system keeps also impressively large, capable of serving not just the 25 guests, but all all planters appropriately watered, with the possibility of supplying the crew two or three times a day. The galley for the preparation of different plants with correct amounts of water and nutrients, and even guest meals includes a pasta-making plant, a live seafood tank, vacuum the right frequencies of artificial light in interiors where this is necessary. packing equipment for steaks, and a total of almost 140 cubic metres A winter garden space has two large skylights that can be opened when of refrigerators and freezers. The crew have their own large cabins, weather permits. relaxation areas and an outdoor saloon. The members of the crew The dining area features a long table, and an aquarium at the centre. engaged in navigational functions are assisted by the technology in the There is also an outdoor kitchen on the aft bridge deck, with show wheelhouse, that is entirely paperless and designed to handle just about kitchens that cook with real fire, including a wok station, tandoori grill, any situation imaginable in the world’s oceans. In the rotisserie, pizza and churrasco ovens. Guests can watch case of an emergency, retractable screens are used to food being prepared, and, as in quality restaurants, the Perhaps the secret to Flying separate the command area, so that it is protected from chef becomes the focus of attention and invariably puts Fox’s remarkable character any external influences while the issue is being resolved. on an appropriately professional performance. Outdoor is the impression of overall Flying Fox is without doubt a unique experience, now deck sectors are provided with triangular awnings that simplicity in its lines, achieved available as the largest charter superyacht, through are simple and quick to install and remove as necessary, by maintaining a constant focus the Imperial company in Monaco. As Peter Lürssen maximising ventilation. Other catering areas on board on guest experience tailored to commented when Imperial delivered one of the most include an aft deck bar and an outdoor cinema. Not the marine environment, as if impressive superyacht project in 2018, 136m Flying Fox surprisingly, the yacht is a very social location, but there to underline the fact that even with her beautiful curving lines, “The strong partnership is a more private outdoor space comprising the very top these generous spaces are a between our two companies will radically transform the roof deck, much smaller, with fantastic views. microcosm when compared to superyacht industry in the years to come.”

The 18-metre diameter helipad on the aft sundeck can the infinity of sea and sky.

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AHPO’S VISION OF PARADISE

Across the length of her 115 metres, Ahpo delights and surprises with her stylish interior and innovative spaces, while fulfilling the traditionally paradoxical needs of both intimacy and conviviality. When stepping aboard from her custom limo tenders, exterior and interior designers Nuvolari Lennard had a very simple objective: perfection.

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On the main deck a large conference room boasts as its centrepiece a beautiful custom table with an antique map of Jamaica engraved in bronze and surrounded by deep blue resin, sitting underneath an eyecatching crystal chandelier. Sliding doors open to reveal the main salon, an elegant, formal space with a self-playing Steinway piano. Further forward, another set of doors open up into the formal dining room.

Having these three distinct yet connected areas together on the same deck means that as well as somewhere to relax and unwind, Ahpo is also a functional working environment and crucially one where business and pleasure can co-exist without crossing paths.

The centre of the yacht is dominated by a grand staircase, accessible at all guest levels. The staircase itself represents a path and depicts an olive tree that grows up to the sky, surrounded by cranes. A striking crystal sculpture hangs from the ceiling, composed of falling feathers, each built by hand. The accent marbles change on each deck, acting as a subtle map of Blu Onyx, Green J’adore and Grey Lilac, with the floor always

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On the bridge deck, the aft deck has been left unencumbered, making it a completely flexible area. Open to the sun, it can also be protected by removable fabric shades. Moveable furniture and sun loungers fill the space or it can be left open as both a sunrise yoga platform and midnight dance floor, making Ahpo a one stop shop for the perfect day in paradise.

REDUCING NITROGEN OXIDE LEVELS, NOISE AND VIBRATION.

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Image © Guillaume Plisson Peter Lürssen says, “The launch of Ahpo is testament to the excellent team of builders, designers and engineers we have at Lürssen and the strong relationship with the client. Lürssen prides itself on meeting challenges and this one was no different!” Moran Yacht & Ship supervised the build on behalf of the owner with whom they have a longstanding relationship.

Calacatta Borghini with White Onyx for the petals, complemented by a bronze balustrade.

The owner’s deck takes on a different theme to the formality of the deck below. The informal salon is contemporary and convivial, with a colourful interpretation of the universe in the carpet and a striking latticed wood pattern running throughout. On the aft deck, an enormous custom 16-seater dining table stands proud within a winter garden that can be completely open or closed to the elements thanks to a complex set of sliding and folding glass doors. On the upper deck is the 8-metre-long swimming pool, which also boasts a counter-current system.

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The owner’s apartment is made up of a large 245 m2 master cabin on the owner’s deck and a 95 m2 panoramic salon on the upper deck, joined together by a private interior staircase. The owner’s cabin is spacious yet cosy, providing ample privacy from the outside world. The deck space for this room is similarly private: a semi-circle sofa and coffee table face out to sea on recessed balconies on each side, cocooned into a quiet corner thanks to glass bulwarks.

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The Audi e-tron features and aerodynamicallyoptimized design with optional virtual exterior mirrors that achieve a drag coefficient of 0.27.

This low drag contributes to the vehicle’s high range of over 400 km. Its standard adaptive air suspension also aids in reducing drag by lowering the body of the car by 26 mm for speeds above 120 km/h.

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On the main deck a large conference room boasts as its centrepiece a beautiful custom table with an antique map of Jamaica engraved in bronze and surrounded by deep blue resin, sitting underneath an eye-catching crystal chandelier. Sliding doors open to reveal the main salon, an elegant, formal space with a self-playing Steinway piano.

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Further forward, another set of doors open up into the formal dining room. Having these three distinct yet connected areas together on the same deck means that as well as somewhere to relax and unwind, Ahpo is also a functional working environment and crucially one where business and pleasure can co-exist without crossing paths. The centre of the yacht is dominated by a grand staircase, accessible at all guest levels. The staircase itself represents a path and depicts an olive tree that grows up to the sky, surrounded by cranes. A striking crystal sculpture hangs from the ceiling, composed of falling feathers, each built by hand. The accent marbles change on each deck, acting as a subtle map of Blu Onyx, Green J’adore and Grey Lilac, with the floor always Calacatta Borghini with White Onyx for the petals, complemented by a bronze balustrade.

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There is a self-contained Jacuzzi on one side of the pool, with large sun pad seating flanking the other side. A large bar and relaxed low-level seating make this area a clear favourite for informal family days. Also on this deck is the large gym with multiple machines and pieces of equipment and stunning views out over the water on both sides.

On the bridge deck, the aft deck has been left unencumbered, making it a completely flexible area. Open to the sun, it can also be protected by removable fabric shades. Moveable furniture and sun loungers fill the space or it can be left open as both a sunrise yoga platform and midnight dance floor, making Ahpo a one stop shop for the perfect day in paradise. Forward on this deck is the bridge: unusual to have this high up, it provides the crew with unparalleled views for manoeuvring the 115-metre-long, 18-metre-wide yacht. Designed more like a guest space than a traditional crew area with premium woods and leathers, it is smart and high tech. The unique location also means the ship’s office and captain’s cabin can be together and away from the guest areas, and enables perhaps Ahpo’s most standout, innovative feature: the duplex owner’s apartment on the decks below. The panoramic salon

THE SALON HAS ACCESS TO THE

HELIPAD AND FOREDECK POSITIONED HALFWAY BETWEEN THE OWNER’S DECK AND UPPER DECKS. ANY GUESTS ARRIVING BY HELICOPTER DO NOT SEE

The owner’s his-and-hers bathrooms and dressing rooms boast mosaic and marbles. His bathroom and dressing room combine honey onyx and black Portoro marble with a stunning mosaic wall in the shower inspired by Klimt paintings.There are freestanding tubs and custom crystal chandeliers, and a focus on Venetian glass from Murano including furniture decorated with a cast glass frame.

THROUGH INTO THE MASTER CABIN.

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The owner’s deck takes on a different theme to the formality of the deck below. The informal salon is contemporary and convivial, with a colourful interpretation of the universe in the carpet and a striking latticed wood pattern running throughout. On the aft deck, an enormous custom 16-seater dining table stands proud within a winter garden that can be completely open or closed to the elements.

enjoys 180-degree views over the bow. Two custom desks flank each end of the room, turning the space into a private office if so desired, away from the master cabin. “The owners are extremely happy with this solution, it suits their lifestyle very well,” says Carlo Nuvolari. “It was an unusual design idea to have a duplex space but they are very happy with the outcome.”

The salon has access to the foredeck and helicopter pad, which is positioned halfway between the owner’s and upper decks. There is a forward dining and lounging area that is inset and raised slightly above the bow, ensuring better views and protection than tradition layouts, and meaning any guests arriving by helicopter do not see through into the master cabin. Aside from the master cabin there are seven guest cabins on board, with two on the owner’s deck, four on the main deck and one on the lower deck.

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JUST UNDER

500 GROSS TONS TANKOA YACHTS’

T500 TETHYS EXPLORER IS THE SUV OF THE SEVEN SEAS.

TANKOA’S T500 TETHYS EXPLORER www.tankoa.com

Tankoa Yachts’ T500 Tethys is conceived for maximum flexibility, giving you the freedom to cruise anywhere. The flexibility can be found in the propulsion system as well. traditional, hybrid or diesel electric. The exteriors are balanced with the interiors, handcrafted to the owner’s specifications, with the commodity of staying just under 500 gross tons. The interior spaces can accommodate families and friends, with big lounges on both decks and cabins. The sun deck is another terrace, with a Jacuzzi, sun pad, bar and barbecue, lounge area and bathroom. The owner’s room on the main deck, taking the full beam of the yacht, is a real suite on the water, with a full large bathroom, walk-in-closet and an office with a lounge corner. In the lower deck two convertible spaces can be fitted.

and comes complete with an ensuite bathroom, walk-in-closet and an Dubbed the ‘SUV of the seven seas’, the T500 Tethys has been conceived office with a lounge area. for go-anywhere cruising and is equipped to take on journeys ranging Guests can retire to the upper deck aft for lunches in the fresh air, with its from a tranquil Mediterranean cruise to a higher-latitude adventurous comfortable bar, lounge area and panoramic ocean views. The aft platform expedition. In terms of propulsion, this explorer superyacht is offered with is the heart of the yacht – close to the water and complete with its own traditional, hybrid or diesel electric propulsion. infinity pool.

Vincenzo Poerio, CEO at Tankoa Yachts comments: “We are delighted to Alternatively, if a different configuration is desired, this could also be reveal our 50-metre T500 Tethys to the market. This model was missing the perfect area to store the owner’s favourite toys, as well as any land, from our range and we wanted to fill this gap. We know that both today’s water or aircraft. and tomorrow’s owners are looking for flexibility above all, and that is Enrico Lumini, Partner & Head of Design at Hot Lab comments on the language which is spoken by our newest model. The only limit is the the new T500 Tethys: “It is fluid and dynamic in its shapes, but still owner’s imagination.” geometrically pure and free of any useless constructive complications.

The vessel features exteriors and interiors developed with the Milan-based It is masculine, to fit the market niche in which it is partly located, but also studio Hot Lab, with a gross tonnage of just under 500 GT. accommodating, welcoming and reassuring, as an explorer must be. It is Thanks to the yacht’s flexible layout, two convertible spaces on the contemporary, but respectful of its own value. I believe that with this new lower deck can be utilised for numerous different purposes, including as T500 Tethys, Tankoa and Hot Lab have found the perfect additional cabins, a gym, a cinema area, an owner’s office, balance point for a superyacht which is perfectly current, or as recreation spaces. Other standout areas include the On board Tankoa’s T500 real and futuristic at the same time.” sundeck, which is home to a Jacuzzi, a sun pad, a bar with Tethys, the aft upper deck is all “We’re extremely glad and proud to present this a barbecue, a relaxation area and a bathroom. about lunches en plein air, with innovative explorer project with a state of the art shipyard Designed with relaxation in mind, the T500 Tethys’s its comfy bar, a lounge area and such as Tankoa” concludes Antonio Romano Partner and interior spaces accommodate large groups with ease, an incomparable view on the Marketing & Strategy at Hot Lab. “From the first day we with generous lounges found on both decks and spacious sea and the underlying beach appreciated the high quality skills of all the people present staterooms offered for both owners and guests alike. The area. And then an observation in the Tankoa facilities.” full-beam owner’s stateroom is found on the main deck lounge in the bow.

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CHARGE TRAVELLING AT

24 KNOTS, CANDELA C-8’S RANGE IS FOUR TIMES LONGER THAN OTHER ELECTRIC BOATS ON THE MARKET.

SILENTLY ABOVE THE SURFACE www.candela.com Candela had to rethink “boats” in order to make a truly compelling electric craft: Instead of punching its way through the waves, C-8 flies silently above the surface.

Instead of fitting a bigger engine, they went for dramatically improved efficiency by developing a pod motor optimized for hydrofoils. Instead of creating huge swells, they made a craft that leaves no wake behind. To this, Candela also added the best user interface ever seen in a boat, over-the-air upgrades, and all the amenities and comfort you would expect from the world’s best leisure boat.

experience. Candela’s electric hydrofoil system reduces water friction by 80% Pull the wheel hard, and you’ll feel the driving sensation of a racing car, thanks compared to a planing boat and makes for a completely different – and better – to instant feedback, fly-by-wire steering. Combined with the hydrofoil’s silent, ride. The hydrofoils are constantly and automatically adjusted magic-carpet ride in rough conditions, the C-8 offers a superior by the onboard Flight controller, to maintain a superbly stable experience at sea. It is powered by the Candela C-POD, The Candela C-8 is a longride in all weather conditions. C-8 comes as an open day specifically developed for our electric hydrofoil craft. This range, all-electric craft that cruiser or a sheltered hardtop with a retractable sunroof. It can submerged, direct-drive electric motor provides an absolutely travels silently above the be customized with additional amenities, such as a beverage silent ride while eliminating transmission losses. The Flight water surface producing cooler, freshwater shower, searchlights, radar and more. The Controller uses different types of sensors to measure the boat’s no emissions nor sound cabin in C-8 sleeps two adults and two children. The optional position, speed, and acceleration in six degrees of freedom pollution. At 20 knots, the Premium Sound System with subwoofer and six speakers to create a precise and stable hydrofoiling experience. After energy usage is just 0.8 kWh, allows for a unique concert experience onboard the most 10,000+ hours of simulations, design iterations, and sea trials, which is the energy content of silent electric craft ever made. our software provides the safest and most thrilling boating 0.1 litre of gasoline.

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THE SWAROVSKI’S CRYSTALS OF PRESTIGE www.prestige-yachts.com An exclusive partnership perfectly linking two complementary expertises. Swarovski’s outstanding passion for detail and top-class collaborations and PRESTIGE’s experience in enhancing well-being on board and the brand’s audacious pursuit to constantly amaze its clients. The two entities blend themselves in the pursuit of design excellence. The result a customized PRESTIGE 690 yacht, combining Swarovski luxury with PRESTIGE “Art de Vivre”.

PRESTIGE’s concept of wellbeing at sea and refined aesthetic, reinforTwo different companies, but with a common path on this project. On one cing the brand top of the range positioning. The result achieved proves the side, Swarovski, founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manubrand’s customization possibilities and the wish to amaze its owners and factures and sells the world’s highest quality crystal, gemstones, self creafuture customers. ted diamonds and zirconia, jewelry and accessories, as well The limited edition of PRESTIGE 690 represents an unas crystal objects and home accessories. On the other side “It has been inspiring to work precedented customization result blending gracefully the PRESTIGE, a success story with 30 years of design, deveand delight our customers in a Swarovski’s expertise and creativity into the yacht’s elegant lopment and passion. Within three decades, it has become partnership with Swarovski, interior design. a respected and well-known brand throughout the world, a brand that shares with Light and space of the various and versatile areas onboard, a leader in the power yacht market, with over 4,000 yachts PRESTIGE the values of are enhanced by the presence of Swarovski custom-crafcruising the seven seas and offering a contemporary, elecraftsmanship, purposeful ted surfaces and inserts. The sparkling Crystal Compound gant and cleverly designed range of yachts, meeting demand innovation and the relevance elements, manufactured from a highly complex glass panel from a global clientele with its four ranges of the F-Line, of offering clients a sensorial with integrated Swarovski crystals, are tailor made for the S-Line, X-Line and M-Line. Each yacht is a promise of a experience”, confirms yacht’s interiors featured in both the main deck living area dream: that of taking to sea, yet always feeling at home.

Erwin Bamps, PRESTIGE and the lower deck owner stateroom and ensuite bathroom.

This partnership with Swarovski’s excellence elevates General Manager.

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“We are pleased to partner with PR ESTIGE for the launch of a customized yacht and bring a new crystal lifestyle experience on the sea” stated Myriam Batoni, Managing Director Swarovski Crystal Business France-Benelux.

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BEAM

15.5 METRES

GUESTS STAFF 14

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CREW 27

GUEST TENDERS 2X 12M, 7M

CREW TENDERS 2X 7M

HELICOPTER H145

100-METRE MOTOR YACHT CONCEPT BY ISAAC BURROUGH www.isaacburrough.com Inspired by Māori guardian of the ocean ‘Kiwa’, Isaac Burrough’s 110-metre motor yacht concept reimagines sustainable seafaring. Sleek solar panels, a hybrid drivetrain and low volume to length maximise energy-efficiency today and anticipate the tech advancements of tomorrow. Its immersive layout encourages outdoor living and expansive, intimate spaces deepen your connection with the elements.

space for guest tenders and toys. The large main deck is versatile; with Sustainability Reimagined. A narrow, low-volume to length hull ensures sliding doors and diverse lounge areas that create private sanctuaries motor-efficiency from the ground up and 200 square metres of solar panels in shade or sun. It is elegantly terraced to the swim power the daily crew usage and hotel load. Structurally platform, evoking a beach sloping toward the sea. lowering fuel consumption is only the first step. With “The intention for Kiwa was Above the swim platform, a glass bottom pool is a hybrid propulsion system, guests can enable Electricto design a yacht that is both cantilevered off the main deck and, on the lower deck, Only mode to enter remote zones without pollution or modern and elegant. Her in-built sun pads are partially covered by the blue rays enjoy al fresco dining sans generator. sleek silhouette combined emitting from the glass. The sun pads look out to an Forward-thinking features equip Kiwa for engineering with curvaceous surfaces give uninterrupted aft view while, upstairs, the sun deck innovations on the horizon. As solar and battery technology grace despite her exploration boasts a jacuzzi with an elevated panoramic view. But develops, its electric capacity is expected to extend from capabilities. A yacht that will look the best view on board can be found in the spa area several hours to unlimited, emission-free motoring. sophisticated whether cruising the where semi submerged pools allow guests to enjoy Beyond Infinity Outdoor living is encouraged with Mediterranean or the Arctic.” scenery both above and below the water surface. expansive deck areas and 175 square metres of storage Isaac Burrough

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BALTIC 108 WINWIN www.balticyachts.fi This spectacular 108-footer is designed by Javier Jaudenes. The modern, powerful lines typified by the wide transom combine with lightweight construction, ensure fast, easy sailing while cruising or racing. A great deal of emphasis was placed on reducing noise and advanced sound insulation techniques ensure that the Baltic 108 has impressively low decibel readings under power and sail. Among many special features is a lifting keel, submarine anchor system and a sliding glass bulkhead between the deck saloon and cockpit which defines the style of this highly succesful yacht.

enough space for enjoying al fresco dining. The aft crew entrance ensures The hi-tech racer/cruiser , Baltic 108 WinWin, was successfully delivered quietness and owner’s privacy. Good sound insulation and minimum weight from Finland earlier this summer and is now headed for the Canary Islands are not easy bedfellows, so to achieve both requires excellent planning. The before spending the first winter in the Caribbean. Her sleek lines were drawn yard used all its experience to fulfil both objectives. For example:

by Javier Jaudenes, and she is built either to cruise comfortably with limited • Hull/ deck/ bulkheads/ structural laminates were optimised to crew, or race aggressively fully-crewed at the most competitive Maxi regattas. save weight.

With a strong emphasis on achieving minimal weight • The keel trunk was laminated in-house to keep weight throughout the project while still having all the comforts Baltic Yachts is today a well-known to a minimum. on board, the hull and deck were laminated in pre-preg builder of high performance sailing boats that are exclusive, tailor-made • Natural cork cored sandwich panels for both noncarbon sandwich with Corecell and Nomex cores. dream yachts of high quality material. structural and interior panels were used to achieve better Baltic 108 WinWin is not only equipped with a The company was founded in 1973 on acoustic damping. lifting keel, but also carries a retractable propulsion the philosophy to build ‘lighter, stiffer • Carbon / foam / rubber-cork cored floor panels as a system (RPS), which reduces propeller drag in the and faster’ boats using new materials result of engineering collaboration between Baltic Yachts quest for the highest possible performance when and technologies combined with a high and Van Cappellen Consultancy. sailing. A refinement of the system first used on the degree of customisation. Baltic Yachts • Floating floor design with new fixing solution to ensure Baltic 147, Visione, the fixed propeller has been is considered as one of the leading hia good panel closure while maintaining easy access to optimised, resulting in lower fuel consumption and tech yard with a turnover of 38 m EUR under floor compartments. a quieter engine, whilst also proving more effective and 200 employees.

• Use of 3D noise prediction modelling tool (SEA) in during reversing manoeuvres. The sleek superstructure This year Baltic Yachts is delivering order to focus on hot spots and reduce ‘over’- insulation. encapsulates a long deck saloon, seamlessly connected two new builds, a 108 and 116 footer, • Titanium was used in many fittings including cleats to a single-level cockpit via the pushbutton retractable along with the re-launching of Nariida, and stanchions. glass bulkhead. This bulkhead drops down discreetly, the 105 ft Wally that has been in for a The final figures for the boat are a light displacement ensuring an uninterrupted transition between interior refit this winter. In production Baltic of just 77,400kg, of which 30,600kg is ballast, so the and exterior. The spacious cockpit features a sunbathing Yachts have a 115 and a 175 foot project objective of light weight without compromising the platform on either side, and provides an excellent area alongside the new 130 foot project and sound insulation has been achieved. for fast, efficient manoeuvres while racing, and a large the Lifecycle Service department.

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www.lapitec.com is first melted at 1,580°C, and then subjected to a patented vacuum vibroDuring Fuorisalone 2022 in Milan, Architect and Interior Designer compression technology. It is available in large slabs and combines the Michele Perlini showcased “My Secret”, a wellness module and calm oasis qualities and benefits of ceramics, porcelain stoneware, quartz, marble and which contrasted with the frenetic pace of Design Week. granite. Lapitec is a “full body” material, which means that its exterior and A tribute to the Japanese culture of well-being, My Secret’s simple interior are identical, without enamel and digital printing on the surface. It architecture was a unit of 2.5 by 6 metres, with sliding shoji walls and can be machined across its full thickness while ensuring consistent appearance a large, panoramic glass façade providing a glimpse into its intimate and and performance. It is also easy to work with and can be used in architecture, reserved dimension, built upon a raft of 4.5 by 9 metres on a body of water. interior design and product design. Free of porosity, it is resistant to heat The interiors spotlighted surfaces made of natural materials, with soothing, and frost, UV rays and scratches. It is non-absorbent and is diffused lighting and pared-down decorative elements that resistant to dirt, mould and bacteria. Lapitec also stands the created a pure and uncontaminated effect, where visual Lapitec showcased this floating test of time, maintaining its original appearance. voids were designed to encourage contemplation and spa with its Japanese-inspired The My Secret project offers a new way of thinking about spirituality. The module was divided into three functional architecture in the heart of well-being, through a module which has the potential to sections: a sleeping area with a large futon, a Finnish Brera during Fuorisalone be customised and placed anywhere - a meadow, forest, or sauna, and a sensorial chromotherapy shower featuring 2022, a vision of mobile, on water. Above all, it combines technological innovation Lapitec sintered stone. replicable and sustainable and humanity’s primordial need to return to nature, A next-generation Made in Italy material with 25 patents, well-being, featuring Lapitec silence and tranquillity.

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Interior designer Flora Soames’ Pavillion Collection, which includes fabrics and furniture, photographed by Simon Upton on this page, is a departure from the prints and weaves, championing British mills and their work.

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Country & Townhouse points out that textile manufacturing is deeply ingrained into Britain’s heritage, and continues to be to this day, thanks to the wealth of homegrown fabric and textile designers keeping the crafts, skills, traditions and quality of our British textiles industry alive. Here are its selection of the best British textile designers to keep in mind for your next project.

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CHELSEA GEM Hand-drawn, cut and printed at a local mill then created in a Chelsea cottage, all materials are natural, sustainable and locally sourced. chelseagem.com CHRISTOPHER FARR CLOTH Playful and colourful, its designs draw influence from different cultures and 20th century art. christopherfarrcloth.com CLOVELLY CLOTH Inspired by Victorian botanicals and the Arts and Crafts era patterns and prints, designs are hand screen printed. clovellycloth.com COLE & SON 1873-founded British brand feature bold patterns, colours and influences on both wallpapers and fabrics. cole-and-son.com COLEFAX & FOWLER Founded in the 1930s by Lady Sibyl Colefax, it is one of the most recognised and established decorating firms. colefaxandfowler.com DESIGNERS GUILD A firm British favourite, Designers Guild was founded by Tricia Guild in the 1970s and remains a stylish mainstay today. designersguild.com FERMOIE Founders Tom Helme and Martin Ephson emphasise the use of natural dyes in over 400 colourways. fermoie.com

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Frost, a new collection designed to elegantly project your environment.

Icy crystals with geometric shapes, whose beauty relates to the harmony of the surrounding vibration. Ice and glass two ancient and crystalline materials that blend into a single substance spreading a reflection of a game of lights.

Frost Anthracite swing door with aluminum rebate profile with square handle and horizontal lock, matt black finish.

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Melody Borghesani who took this image of her china collection says that she is an avid lover of all things blue and white because they bring a touch of warmth and interest to a home.

UNDER THE GLAZE During a Sotheby’s auction in Hong Kong, 2014, a stunning Blue and White Porcelain Imperial Vase sold for $21.6 million to an anonymous telephone bidder. Dating from the Ming Dynasty period, the 500-year-old Chinese vase is the most expensive piece of blue and white porcelain ever sold.

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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.

www.lazagaleta.com La Zagaleta. Marbella - Ronda Road, Km 38,5 - Benahavís (Spain) Tel.: +34 952 855 450 • sales@lazagaleta.com

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£55 MILLION GUCCI MANSION www.beauchamp.com The Gucci Mansion on Grafton Street in London’s Mayfair, the spectacular Grade I listed approximately 14,000 sq.ft. (1,300 sq.m.) private palace which served as Gucci’s global headquarters where designer Tom Ford and CEO Domenico De Sole worked and entertained figures including Alexander McQueen is arguably Mayfair’s finest residence: now available to purchase or let via sole agent Beauchamp Estates. The palatial Gucci Mansion was originally built in 1769-1772, designed in Neo-classical style by architect Sir Robert Taylor, built by Edward Gray with magnificent gold leaf interiors by renowned plasterer Joseph Rose and cabinetmaker John Mayhew; under the auspices of landowner the Earl of Grafton. Formerly the London home of Lord Chancellor Lord Brougham, where HM Queen Victoria and the 1st Duke of Wellington were entertained, the Grafton Street mansion’s Gucci history can be traced back to 1993 when Bahrain-based investment fund Invescorp purchased Gucci from Maurizio Gucci, ending the Gucci family’s involvement which dated back to 1921 when Guccio Gucci founded the luxury brand. In 1994, following the Invescorp takeover, Texan designer Tom Ford was named Creative Director of Gucci and Domenico De Sole (legal adviser to the Gucci family since the early 1980s) was made CEO, with De Sole listing the company on the New York Stock Exchange in October 1995. Following the death of Maurizio Gucci, Gucci’s global headquarters relocated from Milan to London in 1998, with the new Gucci Mansion on Grafton Street (close to Gucci’s Bond Street store) becoming a base for Tom Ford and Domenico De Sole.

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Gary Hersham, Founding Director of Beauchamp Estates says: “The former Gucci mansion, the brand’s global HQ, is now Mayfair’s finest house currently for sale or let. It is here that Tom Ford and Domenico De Sole entertained Alexander McQueen, Anna Wintour and François Pinault and where Lord Chancellor Lord Brougham entertained Queen Victoria and the Duke of Wellington. Immaculately dressed this turn-key mansion with its two floors of entertainment and leisure facilities is perfect for a family who like Gucci want a palatial residence in the heart of Mayfair.” Converted back into a house under designs devised by RIBA award winning architects Donald Insall Associates, who oversaw the restoration of Windsor Castle for the Royal Household, the 8-bedroom mansion is arranged over basement, lower ground, ground and four upper floors and has classical interiors, a passenger lift, gym, cinema and health club with swimming pool, plunge pool, sauna and steam room and a garage. The accommodation includes a spacious entrance hall, four grand reception rooms, family kitchen, study/home office, four VIP bedroom suites, four further staff bedrooms, staff facilities and two floors of leisure facilities. There is access to a spacious garden terrace, first floor balconies and a sun room/conservatory on the top floor. The entertainment and leisure facilities are located across the basement and lower ground floors. There is a gymnasium, a private cinema and a health spa with swimming pool, marble lined plunge pool, mosaic lined steam room and a Scandinavian style sauna. The basement garage offers secure parking for two cars. (Images © Beauchamp Estates/Tom St. Aubyn Photography)

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£55 million Gucci Mansion on Grafton Street in London’s Mayfair, which served as Gucci’s HQ where designer Tom Ford and CEO Domenico De Sole worked and entertained figures including Alexander McQueen is Mayfair’s finest residence is available to purchase or let via Beauchamp Estates. The Gucci Mansion on Grafton Street in London’s Mayfair is a spectacular Grade I listed approximately 14,000 sq.ft. (1,300 sq.m.) private palace. The palatial Gucci Mansion was originally built in 1769-1772 by Edward Gray, with magnificent gold leaf interiors by renowned plasterer Joseph Rose and cabinetmaker John Mayhew.

Under the auspices of landowner the Earl of Grafton, the mansion was formerly the London home of Lord Chancellor Lord Brougham, where HM Queen Victoria and the 1st Duke of Wellington were entertained. The Grafton Street mansion’s Gucci history can be traced back to 1993 when Bahrain-based investment fund Invescorp purchased Gucci from Maurizio Gucci, ending the Gucci family’s involvement which dated back to 1921 when Guccio Gucci founded the luxury brand. In 1994, following the Invescorp takeover, Texan designer Tom Ford was named Creative Director of Gucci and Domenico De Sole CEO.

The mansion’s main first floor drawing room has a magnificent 20-foot-high gold-leaf ceiling with ornate Joseph Rose plasterwork, full height windows, parquet flooring and Georgian fireplaces. On the ground floor of the mansion are two state rooms, equally as grand, with ornate high ceilings, full height windows, original Georgian fireplaces and parquet flooring. Gucci used these rooms to host guests and meetings. The mansion’s second and third floors provided offices for Gucci CFO Bob Singer, seven staff employed in the brand’s PR and image department, and offices for the Gucci human resources, legal and IT departments.

The 8-bedroom mansion is arranged over basement, lower ground, ground and four upper floors. The accommodation includes an entrance hall, four grand reception rooms, family kitchen, study/home office, four VIP bedroom suites, four further staff bedrooms, staff facilities and two floors of leisure facilities. There is access to a garden terrace, first floor balconies and a sun room/conservatory on the top floor. The entertainment and leisure facilities are located across the basement and lower ground floors. There is a gymnasium, a private cinema and a health spa with swimming pool, marble lined plunge pool, mosaic lined steam room and a Scandinavian style sauna.

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OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME 6-8 UPPER DOGWOOD LANE, RYE, NY Exceptional home offering a private resort-like setting within walking distance to downtown Rye on magnificent 3.88 acres. This expanded and recently renovated Classic Colonial reflects the desired standard of contemporary living while offering a masterful blend of the architectural integrity of its heritage with top-of-the line modern finishes and extraordinary amenities.

• Main house: 8000+ sq ft | 6 BR | 4.2 Bths | Prior home of Edith G. Read

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• Guest Quarters over 3 Bay Garage | 1600+ sq ft | 2 BR | 1 Bth

• Large versatile Home Office

• Oversized heated Pool and Pool House | 900+ sq ft | Cabana

• Golf Course Views | Sweeping Lawns | Lush Landscaping | Manicured Gardens

• Regulation Tennis Court | Sports Practice Playing Field

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110 HALSEY LANE, BRIDGEHAMPTON www.sothebysrealty.com After the founding of the Town of Southampton in 1640, settlers began to move east to the area known by the Shinnecock Indians as Sagaponack and Mecox.

Josiah Stanborough built the first homestead on land east of the waters of Sagg Pond in 1656. Shortly after, at the head of Sagg Pond, a community was established called Bullhead and later renamed Bridgehampton after the first bridge was built across the pond in 1686 by Ezekiel Sandford, linking Mecox and Sagaponack. For over 200 years Bridgehampton was an agrarian society, its residents content in the rhythms and patterns of an isolated existence. The stagecoach from neighbouring Sag Harbor required a 3-day journey to reach Brooklyn, barely 100 miles away. But all that changed in 1870, when the arrival of the railroad facilitated the journey of summer visitors from New York City and beyond to the eastern shores of Long Island. By 1877, approximately 36 homes in Bridgehampton were available to summer boarders. Local farmers welcomed the opportunity to increase their income by turning their farmhouses into boardinghouses. Soon after, summer visitors began buying land and building their own houses, developing the neighbourhoods closer to the beaches and the heart of the hamlet itself. The increase in summer population required increased services. More merchants were established, supplying dry goods, hardware, furnishings and groceries. Leisure activities, such as tennis, bicycling, golf, sailing and bathing, all required clubs and clubhouses, which were quickly established.

It was not long before these second home owners, often referred to as “summer people,” became an integral part of the area’s economy and fabric of life.

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Listed by Beate Moore of Sotheby’s International Realty - Bridgehampton Brokerage, a long gated driveway leads you to 4.6+ park like acres offering ample flowering beds, mature specimen trees such as Weeping Cherry Tree, Red Cutleaf Japanese Maple and Wisteria and lush green lawns. Master architect Frank Greenwald designed the 5,000+/- sq ft house featuring five ensuite bedrooms, large state of the art eat-in kitchen with breakfast area, formal dining room, living room and powder room. The primary bedroom suite includes an office that gives to the oversized gunite pool with spa and spacious pool house with kitchenette and full bath. An elegant stairway take you to the den overlooking the beautifully landscaped grounds, there are three ensuite bedrooms and much more. The property includes Har-Tru tennis with viewing pavilion, basketball court, 3-car garage, small studio and generator. Offered Co-Exclusively at $11,750,000.

Bridgehampton is approximately 100 miles from New York City and easily accessible by luxury bus liner, the Long Island Railroad and Expressway and Connecticut ferries. Centrally located, the village offers many fine restaurants and boutiques, wineries, and is home to the renowned equestrian riding event the Hampton Classic, as well as the Atlantic Golf Club, the Bridgehampton Antique Car Road Ralley and the Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival. Luxury Bridgehampton real estate is only minutes away from the historic villages of Southampton, East Hampton and Sag Harbor.

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Once the front door opens, the stone floor continues into the foyer that features an elegant curved staircase. The main floor includes a living room that features a fireplace and a large window overlooking the grounds and a formal dining room with a wall of glass and French doors that lead outside.

The state-of-the-art, fanciful kitchen offers plenty of space with a large center island with counter seating and a breakfast area that leads to a stone patio that offers another dining option. The primary bedroom suite, one of five bedrooms in the home, is situated on the first floor, leading out onto a stone patio surrounding a gunite pool and spa.

The park-line grounds of 110 Halsey Lane reflects its location near the Hampton Classic Horse Show venue, where FEI 5* and 2* show jumping competition, worldclass hunters, and a week long social event will take place between 28 August and 4 September, 2022. Now well into its fifth successful decade, The Hampton Classic is one of the largest outdoor horse shows in the United States, a premier destination for horse people, and a much-anticipated stop on the summer tour for competitors. The Hampton Classic Horse Show is in a class all its own, both in the minds of spectators and horse people alike. Top equestrians from around the world compete for more than one million dollars in prize money.

National champion hunter competitors, Olympic medalists, and scores of children and adult amateurs make up the field riding approximately 1,400 horses entered each year in 200+ separate competitions. Spectators enjoy 80 onsite shops, International food options, daily activities in the kids’ area, and Monday’s annual Animal Adoption Day, featuring rescued dogs, cats, and horses in search of a forever home. In 2009, the Hampton Classic became only the second horse show ever to receive the status of Heritage Competition by the United States Equestrian Federation. This prestigious status is reserved for competitions that have been in existence for at least 25 years.

The first floor extends onto a stone patio surrounding a gunite pool and spa. The suite has room for an office space — the current owners have a desk set up in front of the sliding glass doors to enjoy not only the pool view but the summer breeze.

The elegant master bathroom includes dual vanities. Another guest room with an en suite bathroom and a powder room complete the first floor. At the top of the stairs, there is a bonus living space/den. Three more en suite bedrooms can be found on the second floor, one that leads to a balcony overlooking the pool. Outside, next to the pool area is a spacious pool house with a kitchenette and a full bathroom.

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25 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, MANHATTAN www.sothebysrealty.com Frederick Law Olmsted, renowned co-designer of Central and Prospect Parks, was commissioned in 1873 and submitted a plan to combine park and parkway into a synthesised landscape which adhered to the general topographical contours of hill and dale. Over the next 25 years park designs were developed under a succession of landscape architects, including Samuel Parsons and Olmsted’s partner, Calvert Vaux. The result, stretching from West 72nd to 125th Streets, was a park with grand, tree-lined boulevards, combined with an English-style rustic park of informally arranged trees and shrubs, contrasting natural enclosures and open vistas. The development of the park encouraged the construction of mansions along the drive. At the turn of the century, the City Beautiful movement sought to promote more dignified civic architecture, and found expression in the formal neo-classical detailing of the park’s extension. Monuments placed along the drive during this era included Grant’s Tomb (1897), Soldiers and Sailors Memorial (1902), Firemen’s Memorial (1913), and Joan of Arc (1915).

Listed by Elizabeth Sample and Brenda Powers of Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage, this palatial Beaux-Arts mansion built in 1905, is currently on the market for sale. The corner building is seven floors high, enhanced with exposures on three sides. Abundant light captures stunning sunset views from the river with park access directly in between. A home of this scale, detail, and size is rarely available in the heart of New York City. Located on a hilltop corner at 75th Street and Riverside Drive, this 3-sided detached one-of-a-kind mansion has not been listed since its meticulous renovation completed in 2022. Sweeping palisades views can be seen from a total of 70 windows, which are oversized and curved. There are also outdoor terraces on four floors. This grand palatial

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home, offering river vistas covers over 12.000 square feet with above grade basement; at 30 feet in width and soaring 12 to 14 feet in ceiling height. The home has eight bedrooms, eight bathrooms, two half baths, three kitchens, six fireplaces and an elevator to all seven floors. The staff quarters include kitchen, bath with separate entrance: a gym, wine cellar, office and storage rooms which are ideal for a variety of recreational equipment storage. There are pear trees and exotic flora can be viewed through the main level rooms and onto the outdoor garden. One would expect these exceptional views in a country manor, but they are remarkable when considering you are in the centre of New York City. The terraces enhancing the bedroom suite create country living while overlooking sunset views from Riverside Park.

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Located on a hilltop corner at 75th Street and Riverside Drive, this 3-sided detached one of a kind mansion has not been listed since its meticulous renovation, completed in 2022. Back in 2000, seven acres of land stretching from 68th to 72nd Streets were added to Riverside Park, called Riverside Park South.

Part of a proposed 25-acre, the $16 million project was made possible by the construction of new portions of the West Side Highway (Joe DiMaggio Highway) and Trump/New World developers. Riverside Park South includes a soccer field, three basketball courts, and a public pier extending 750 feet into the Hudson River.

From 1875 to 1910, architects and horticulturalists such as Calvert Vaux and Samuel Parsons laid out the stretch of park between 72nd and 125th Streets according to the English gardening ideal. This grand palatial home, offering river vistas covers over 12,000 square feet with above grade basement; at 30 feet in width and soaring 12 to 14 feet in ceiling height. The home has eight bedrooms, eight bathrooms, two half baths, three kitchens, six fireplaces and an elevator to all seven floors. The staff quarters include kitchen, bath with separate entrance: a gym, wine cellar, office and storage rooms; ideal for a variety of recreational equipment.

The entertaining floor has original coffered cork-lined ceilings, with a chefs kitchen and two ovens, two copper sinks, two dishwashers and two refrigerators. The fourth floor study with Tiffany and La Farge stained-glass doors creates a magical entrance.

It has been retrofitted with Jacobean-style paneling and a Mueller tiled fireplace.

There are three additional bedrooms, a playroom and two bathrooms. A mahogany theatre is the focal point on the fifth floor plus a full kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and wood-burning fireplace.

This corner building is seven floors high, enhanced with exposures on three sides.

Abundant light captures stunning sunset views from the river with park access directly in between. The piece de resistance, on the sixth floor landing, includes a glass conservatory with sweeping 180 degree views and a terrace large enough for seating 100 – imagine candlelit dinners and elegant entertaining. It was in the second half of the 19th century when Frederick Law Olmsted created a plan for the new park and road, Riverside Drive. A series of designers incorporated Olmsted’s idea of a park with a tree-lined drive curving around the valleys and rock outcroppings and overlooking the river.

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NEW XXI ART DECO NOBLE COLLECTION

DUNCRAIG MANOR & GARDENS www.circaoldhouses.com Duncraig Manor, an English Country Tudor Style home, was built for the family of the Chairman of the Quaker Oats Company. Construction began in 1928 and the architect designed it for the needs of this well-to-do family. In 2018 the Southern Pines Town Council approved the use of Duncraig Manor as a Bed and Breakfast and Special Events Venue. The Manor has well-segmented floor plans. The centre section of this 1,170-square-metre house has the living room and library on the main level and two large bedrooms for the adult family members on the second floor. There is a wing on the west side of the house that contains bedrooms for the children and their nanny on both the main and upper levels. The ground level of this wing is where the children’s playroom is located along with a kitchenette and a full bath (now the Spa Lounge and Bath). There is another wing on the east side of the house with bedrooms for the hired help on the second floor and kitchen, butler’s pantry, dining rooms and a staff office on the main level. Attached to the east wing is a 3-car garage with a small 2-room apartment above. Upon entering this completely restored Manor House you can travel back in time to experience what well-living was like in the 1930s. Besides the modern amenities, the room configurations and most bath fixtures are original. When you book a room at Duncraig Manor you will have a choice of 7 accommodations. Each one has a private bath, some are located in the room and others are just a step or so away. For more information, please consult CIRCA Old Houses.

Experience the elegance and simplicity of a bygone era at Duncraig Manor and Gardens, a beautifully restored circa 1928 estate listed on the Department of the Interior’s Historic Register, was completely and carefully restored to its former glory in 2019. It all began in 1928 when Mrs. Helen A. Lohmann of New Haven, Connecticut and her mother, Quaker Oats heiress Mrs. J. H. Andrews, commissioned Alfred B. Yeomans to build a 26-room English Cottage style Tudor Manor House in Southern Pines. Yeomans, a local designer and relative of the famous Boyd family of Weymouth, Southern Pines, oversaw the project which was completed in 1930. The large sprawling home was later dubbed Duncraig Manor by the second owners, Dr. & Mrs. George

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Matheson, who had ties to Duncraig Castle in Scotland (which was built by Alexander Matheson in 1866). In 1990, Duncraig was chosen as a showhome by the American Society of Interior Designers. Over 40 designers participated with each decorating a separate space in the house. The Manor then went through a period of decline until Caroline and Donald Naysmith purchased it in 2017. As the fifth owners of the property, they began the process of historic restoration with the objective of returning Duncraig to like-new condition. The century-old integrity of the historic house was carefully maintained during the restoration, which makes an old-world connection while providing a comfortable and charming retreat for guests.

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The Manor has oversize living areas that guests are free to use to meet and mingle with other guests or to just relax and enjoy. The living room has a large fireplace, a cozy spot in winter, along with a grand piano. The library and game room is a more intimate space with comfortable chairs, a game table, and fireplace. The Butler’s Pantry is open 24 hours a day with hot and cold beverages, ice and snacks available for guests. Breakfast is served in the dining room, morning room and in nice weather on the terraces as well. There is a wide selection of restaurants in the local area, including Southern Pines, Pinehurst, and Aberdeen, for lunch and evening dining.

In 2018 the Southern Pines Town Council approved the use of Duncraig Manor as a Bed and Breakfast and Special Events Venue. The over 12,000 square foot manor house has large, comfortable living spaces with a total of 7 guest quarters available for occupancy. The suites, which accommodate up to 4 persons, are ideal for families. Each space has been carefully decorated and appointed with a blend of period and traditional furnishings. The spa offers massages and a pool, with comfy seating, game tables and home theatre in the spa lounge. The gardens, patios and terraces are wonderful spaces to enjoy the great outdoors and its natural beauty.

Due to the size and complexity of the restoration project, which included the grounds as well as the structures, it took about 18 months to complete the process.

The century-old integrity of the historic house was carefully maintained, which makes an oldworld connection while providing a comfortable and charming retreat for guests. All rooms and suites have private baths and are air-conditioned. Amenities in each accommodation include comfortable seating, a hair dryer, premium soaps, shampoos, conditioners and lotions, and Wi-Fi. Irons and ironing boards are available upon request. The most romantic guest rooms have fireplaces and oversized bathtubs.

Caroline’s Kitchen is the place where breakfast is prepared.

Start with a fresh personally brewed cup of the coffee of choice. Then, enjoy a delicious entrée either in the historic dining room, morning room or out on one of the terraces overlooking Duncraig’s gardens. The typical morning menu features juices, an entree such as an Alaskan omelet, lobster benedict, a lemon curd Belgian waffle, basil and cheese strata, a baked raspberry pancake or the chef’s special quiche. In addition to Caroline’s homemade bread or biscuits with gravy, fresh fruit compote, and traditional breakfast meats, cereals, bagels, and English muffins are always on hand.

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2230 DOUGLASS BLVD, LOUISVILLE, KY www.circaoldhouses.com Listed by CIRCA Old Houses, this stately classic Renaissance style residence is located on one of the most desirable and prestigious parkside streets in the heart of the Highlands. The historic integrity has been preserved while the home has been completely renovated and expanded to accommodate a modern lifestyle. This home, with multiple living areas and expansive outdoor spaces, is meant for entertaining. Unique features include a ”man cave” over the garage, which can also serve as a separate living quarter for guests, a stunning saltwater pool and a pool house, an outdoor kitchen, a 3-car garage with a lift, and an original silver safe. With six bedrooms, 5 full baths, 3 half baths and 7000 finished square feet of living space, this home exudes luxury, and is sure to impress the most discerning buyer. Upon arrival, your attention is immediately captured by the high ceilings, impressive staircase, beautiful quarter sawn oak flooring, and custom mouldings.

Old Louisville is well known for its architecture, with styles ranging from Federal to Queen Anne. Very few antebellum buildings remain, and the most impressive buildings were built in the late 19th century. There are a few Italianate, Beaux-Arts and Second Empire-style houses, but Victorian styles dominate. Victorian Gothic styles are commonly seen. With 48 city blocks of Victorian homes, Old Louisville is the third largest preservation district in the United States. This nook was developed as a suburb back in the late 1800s, and offers a wide selection of homes, including elegant old mansions. 2230 Douglass Boulevard defines luxurious living in a premier, park side location. Offering 6 bedrooms, 5 full baths, 3 half baths and 7,000 square feet of finished living space, this stately Renaissance style

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home is sure to impress the most discerning buyer. The Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs put Louisville on the international map in 1875.

Historic nicknames for the city have included “Derby City,” “City of Parks,” “The Gateway to the South,” “River City,” and “The City of Beautiful Churches.” Louisville is home to the famous baseball bat, The Louisville Slugger, and the first hand transplant. Old Louisville boasts the nation’s largest number of preserved Victorian-Era homes. In The Highlands neighbourhood, Victorian homes sit down quiet residential streets, just a stone’s throw from Bardstown Road where one can find coffee shops, vintage clothing boutiques, antique stores, breweries, and some of the city’s best restaurants like Jack Fry’s, Lilly’s, and Seviche.

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The first floor has multiple large, open spaces for entertaining.

The second and third floors feature large bedrooms with great closet space. The second floor bedrooms all have original fireplaces and ensuite bathrooms. Downstairs on the lower level, is over 3000 square feet of unfinished storage space.

Head up the covered wood staircase just off the mudroom to the “man cave”, perched above the three car garage.

Showcasing an arched wooden entry door, reclaimed plank hardwood floors, and a vaulted ceiling with wooden beams, this is a private oasis that can be used as a living quarter, an office, a fitness area, or a place to relax and watch sports.

The grand entry, with its high ceilings, gorgeous millwork, and quarter sawn oak flooring sets the tone for this magnificent home and leads to a desirable floor plan, perfect for entertaining gatherings both large and small.

An airy, neutral palette and an abundance of windows allow for a keen focus on the lush, mature landscape, one of the outstanding features of this impressive estate. Some of the amenities include the carriage house and extensive gardens with an outdoor pool, walk-in closets, Jacuzzi tub and wet bar, as well as fireplaces. Multiple seating areas and an abundance of limestone in the patio area make this a beautiful space for entertaining year-round.

Other bonus features include whole house generators, Bosch geothermal HVAC, instant hot water, irrigation system, professional landscape lighting, Cat5 cabling, Wi-Fi over entire property, Control 4 home automation system that provides control for all TVs, audio speakers throughout home, indoor and outdoor lighting, security system, garage doors, and rear gate. The gated rear access and fully fenced rear perimeter of the property create a rare and private retreat while allowing for short commutes to downtown, the Douglass Loop, Highlands restaurants and shopping, local farmers markets, and surrounding neighbourhoods.

The impeccable attention to detail applied to the main house extends to the outdoors in the outdoor kitchen, pool area, and pool house. The outdoor kitchen offers a Viking gas grill with three burners and rotisserie capability, Viking dual side burners, a Viking beverage refrigerator, and a Viking ice maker. Summer pool parties and barbecues are made easy with these top-of-the line accessories. A double-sided outdoor fireplace with seating area is great for cooler nights.

The outdoor kitchen overlooks the stunning saltwater pool. The pool house includes laundry, a full bath, storage for pool accessories, and it houses the mechanics for the pool.

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DECKED OUT IN DAMASK www.marriott.com 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, stucco or etched Venetian mirror panels. Antique mirrors, stucco or etched Venetian mirror the bathroom contains a marble- or wood-enclosed framed Venetian prints and paintings or antique portraits of panels. Antique mirrors, framed bathtub, a separate glass-enclosed rainforest shower, and Venetian doges are prominently displayed throughout. Each Venetian prints, and paintings a water closet and bidet. A decorated Murano mirror suite’s separate living area houses such precious Murano glass or antique portraits of Venetian hangs above each marble-topped vanity with a wooden elements as a chandelier, decorative vases, and appliques. doges are prominently displayed cabinet. Plush bathrobes and slippers and Acqua di Furnishings include a wooden writing desk with a chair throughout.

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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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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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HARADS TREEHOTEL www.treehotel.se Treehotel Edeforsväg 2 A 960 24 Harads, Sweden The Seventh Room pictured here was built by Snöhetta, a Norwegian architecture firm in 2016, accommodating 5 people between two double beds or four singles in two separate bedrooms plus one single bed. This is the newest addition to Treehotel, is also the largest and most luxurious. One additional feature is the shower and running water that constantly recycles and cleans itself.

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HARADS TREEHOTEL www.treehotel.se Swedish Lapland locals Kent Lindvall and Britta Jonsson-Lindvall wanted to stay close to their roots and create a livelihood in their home village. “We live here, we love our village, we wanted to earn a living and we looked at what we could do with what we have here.” The couple was at a point in life where Kent had built a company providing international fishing trips. Britta had worked with a number of development projects, local, regional and international. One of them led to their restoration and transformation of an old retirement home into a guesthouse in their home village, Britta’s Pensionat.

Britta participated in a design training programme focused on form and function within the tourism industry, and got the idea of a new design project.

One day, filmmaker Jonas Selberg Augustsén came to the guesthouse to work on “The Tree Lover” film. When the movie was completed, Britta thought it a shame that such a nice treehouse would just stand there in the forest and go to waste. Together, Britta and Jonas made the treehouse an integral part of what the guesthouse had to offer and it instantly became popular.

They thoughts, “What if design and tree rooms could be combined?” Kent mentioned the idea of designer hotel rooms to his fishing friends who

happened to be Sweden’s foremost architects - Bertil Harström, Thomas Sandell and Mårten Cyrén. This piqued their interest and their collaboration turned out to be very important for the Treehotel. It resulted in a UFO, a bird’s nest, a cabin, a mirror cube and a blue cone which changed colour to orange. Today, the hotel is on many bucket lists for everyone, from international celebrities, designers and fashion magazine editors, to all those who want to experience something as unusual as staying in a treehouse.

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RELAIS BORGO SANTO PIETRO www.borgosantopietro.com Found in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, Borgo Santo Pietro is a 5-star boutique hotel and estate, encompassing Michelin-starred restaurants, a holistic spa, organic skincare range Seed to Skin, commercial property design and construction PN Homes, bespoke yacht Satori, and the extensive working farm it calls home.

Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate.

A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower arrangements picked straight from the garden, and weathered brick wine cellar lined with boutique labels.

Each of the boutique hotel’s 20 rooms has been singularly designed down to the utmost thoughtful detail, with custom-sought antique pieces, bespoke beds and frescoes executed by hand.

The rooms combine this intimate luxury with ultimate seclusion, as light-filled, airy interiors open onto Mediterranean courtyards dotted with sun lounges and fragrant citrus trees, or leafy private terraces with outdoor fireplaces beside private pools, lounge areas and entirely private gardens. Adjoining suites can also be connected internally to create an intimate shared interior for families or friends.

A philosophy of nurture via nature and a spirit of collaboration are tangibly felt at Borgo Santo Pietro, where a teamwork of farmers, culinary gardeners and chefs work together to bring the fruits of organic cultivation to the table.

Borgo’s 300-acre organically cultivated estate includes market gardens, nut fields, herb gardens, extensive vineyards and forests, some of which house the estate’s drove of pigs. Each day the farmers collect milk from Borgo’s sheep which is then transformed into artisan cheese and yogurt at the on-site dairy.

The farm includes free-range chickens, honey bees, alpacas and extensive vineyards and supplies both the inspiration and ingredients for its Michelinstarred Restaurant, as well as Trattoria Sull’Albero. The freshwater River Merse, famous throughout the region, runs through the outskirts of the estate. With a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy at the organically cultivated estate in Tuscany, the farmers, culinary gardeners and chefs produce biodynamic gastronomy that nourishes the body and soul. Each day the estate’s farmer collects milk from Borgo’s sheep that is then transformed into artisan cheese and yogurt at the on-site dairy. The farm includes free-range chickens, honeybees, alpacas and extensive vineyards. The farm supplies both the

inspiration and ingredients for its two Michelin-starred restaurants, Meo Modo and La Bottega del Buon Caffè.

A philosophy grounded in the principles of biodiversity and regenerative agriculture and the wish to share wondrously inventive cooking while respecting and highlighting the rhythm of nature and the authentic taste of the land. Let executive chef Ariel Hagen and his team – together with the master gardener, the forager, the cheesemaker, the baker, the fermentation specialist, the butcher, the restaurant manager, the sommelier – take you on a delightful journey and enjoy the art of Borgo Santo Pietro’s soilto-plate cuisine, celebrating the emotions triggered by the taste of the culinary gardens and estate produce. Designed around a large spreading oak tree with rustic interiors that evoke an elegant expansive tree house, Trattoria Sull’Albero (meaning treehouse) offers a laid-back lounge and dining ambience overlooking the fields and forests of the Valle Serena.

Inside, the light-filled interior evokes the feeling of dining in an immense treehouse, with table settings beneath the oak boughs, exquisite wood detailing and trailing plants overhead.

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RELAIS BORGO SANTO PIETRO www.borgosantopietro.com Borgo Santo Pietro – Loc. Palazzetto 53012 Chiusdino (SI), Italy This relais in the heart of Tuscany, once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims, provides a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5-star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old farmhouse hotel, where each of the 20 rooms has been uniquely designed, down to the utmost thoughtful detail, with custom-sought antique pieces, bespoke beds and frescoes executed by hand.

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Little did owners Jeanette and Claus Thottrup realise that when they discovered Borgo Santo Pietro in 2001, they were entering a land whose inhabitants dated back nearly 2500 years, steeped in history, legend, mysticism, sacred and healing rites. When the Danish couple came upon the 800-year-old villa that was a derelict ruin surrounded by muddy fallow fields, it was incontestable that was the place they were destined to transform. Intertwining their professional backgrounds in fashion design and property design and development, as well as being accomplished travellers themselves, the Thottrups longed to create a sort of nurturing haven of beauty and relaxation.

As the potent energy of the place began to lend inspiration, the metamorphosis of the landscape materialized as each of nearly 300,000 plants was thoughtfully placed which would gradually become 13 spacious acres of garden utopia. Stone by stone, Italian artisans began restoring the ancient ruin as its design began to emerge into a sizeable villa once again.

After seven years of arduous tenacity, considerate care and committed hard work, Borgo Santo Pietro opened its doors in 2008. What was originally intended to be a family home has since grown into an award-winning 200-acre estate and luxury boutique hotel in Tuscany where the modern-day pilgrim enters an unsurpassed healing stratosphere of its own.

Its flourishing organic farm, culinary and herb gardens and artisan cheese dairy provide the inspiration and ingredients for its ‘farm to plate’ philosophy, which guests can enjoy at its Michelin-starred restaurant Borgo Santo Pietro Saporium; or at its Sull’Albero Trattoria, Brasserie & Bar; or in the hands-on the Borgo Cooking School. A sense of integrated wellness and total relaxation permeates the hotel and estate, with a holistic spa and adjacent skincare laboratory that produces Borgo Santo Pietro’s own range of 100 percent natural skin products alchemized from the land itself.

Exposed beams, studded leather armchairs and a rough-hewn wooden bar create an elegantly rustic and laid-back atmosphere, ideal for enjoying a traditional Tuscan meal by the fire or a glass of wine on the terrace.

Within the exquisite Seed to Skin deep green glass bottles, nature and science blend seamlessly in the hand-crafted luxury skincare.

Combining together the purest of natural ingredients, the secret of the skincare lays in the potency of plants, using science to extract the best possible holistic properties for targeted skin regeneration and health.

Founder Jeanette Gron Thottrup has tapped her lifetime pursuit of natural herbal remedies, and joined her expertise with her passionate team of experts and scientists to alchemize a natural molecular system skincare for the face and body. Seed to Skin products have been many years in the making in the onsite state-of-the-art laboratory at the 12th century Borgo Santo Pietro estate in Tuscany. Originally a sanctuary of health for medieval pilgrims, healing is deeply embedded in the DNA of the Borgo. The Seed to Skin result is a powerfully effective holistic skincare range that is clinically proven to yield authentic cell regeneration. The 100 percent natural raw ingredients have been

sourced sustainably and respectfully from the very best natural providers of raw materials worldwide, from the Borgo Santo Pietro estate and from its Tuscan environs.

Satori, a name meaning “instant enlightenment”, was born from the idea of bringing together five-star luxury with the splendor of nature.

The elegant hand-carved wooden schooner is meticulously custom designed by the team behind the award-winning Borgo Santo Pietro Group. Its elegant detailing of glossy mahogany, teak and walnut and its expansive window views evoke the bygone sophistication of a 1920’s or 1930’s schooner while it encompasses all the amenities of contemporary luxury. The state-of-the art sophistication of its five luxurious cabins, marble bathrooms, a spa facility, several quiet common areas, three sun decks with sofas, a large salon with lounge and dining, and a separate private mid-deck dining area with bar are all devised with a view to anticipate guests’ needs.

The Borgo Cooking School is more than merely a kitchen. It is a purpose-built centre located inside Borgo Santo Pietro, the luxury 5-star hotel in Tuscany. The school offers an extensive menu of hands-

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on courses, classes, cooking workshops and specifically tailored tutorials for the food aficionado of any level. The cooking options are endless.

Most importantly, animate your imagination and enthusiasm for experimenting in the kitchen with the team of skilled chefs and local cooks. Surrounded by organic farmland, vegetable gardens, olive groves and vineyards, students are spoiled for choice and are encouraged to forage on the estate to create an entire meal, before sitting down to dine. The philosophy at the Borgo Cooking School is simple: share a love of good food, Tuscan style.

With its 20 years design experience in residential and commercial property, PN Homes remains the forerunner in conceiving and delivering exceptional projects for its global clients. As the owner of a 5-star luxury boutique hotel, two Michelin-starred restaurants and a luxury commercial yacht, PN Homes’ managing director Claus Thottrup possesses a keen insight into the economic investment required to realise outstanding luxury properties and anticipate the practical needs of guests and staff in a variety of commercial contexts.

Not far from the famous Via Francigena, the historical route from Canterbury to Rome and to the Holy Land beyond, the pilgrim spirit of the Borgo Santo Pietro goes back to medieval times when it was used as a lazzaretto (quarantine house), offering rest, health and recuperation to medieval pilgrims. Under the stewardship of the Knights Templars, from 1185 onwards, pilgrims would detour to the nearby Montesiepi Hermitage to pay homage to the tomb of Templar Knight San Galgano and see his miraculous sword in the stone. As a result of the increasing number of pilgrims, construction commenced in 1220 on the imposing Cistercian Abbey of San Galgano located directly below the Hermitage. It was the first Gothic building in Italy, and, over the centuries, represented an important junction and reference point for travellers, pilgrims and people from all walks of life in the Val di Merse. During the Etruscan rule over Tuscany between 900 B.C. and 300 B.C., archeological evidence suggests that Etruscans inhabited the Val di Merse. Their presence was imprinted in the collective memory in the name given to the field below Borgo Santo Pietro, on the opposite bank of the River Merse: Campora delle Tombe, which means the Field of Tombs. As Borgo Santo Pietro expands, it remains connected to its past and the sense of community that has shaped its history.

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It was once said, “Nothing unimportant ever happens at The Plaza.” One of America’s most celebrated hotels, The Plaza opened its doors on October 1, 1907, amid a flurry of impressive reports describing it as the greatest hotel in the world. Located at Fifth Avenue and Central Park South, this luxury hotel was constructed in the most fashionable residential section of New York City. From its original 19th century construction to its magnificent $450 million dollar restoration in 2008, the world’s most famous hotel has had a remarkable history. The Plaza was the dream of financier Bernhard Beinecke, hotelier Fred Sterry, and Harry S. Black, President of the Fuller Construction Company.

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the world. Construction of the 19-story building (a skyscraper back then) took two years at a cost of $12 million – an unprecedented sum in those days. Henry Janeway Hardenbergh, who also designed the Dakota apartments, the Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. and The Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, set about his task to provide all the pomp, glory, and opulence of a French chateau. No cost was spared. The largest single order in history for gold-encrusted china was placed with L. Straus & Sons, and no less than 1,650 crystal chandeliers were purchased. For over 100 years, The Plaza has been the New York hotel to see and be seen. Kings, presidents, and stars of stage and screen have all gathered and stayed at The Plaza. The most lavish social affairs, as well as classic Hollywood films have all used the legendary hotel as their setting.

THE PLAZA – A FAIRMONT MANAGED HOTEL www.theplazany.com Celebrating its 115th anniversary in October 2022, The Plaza - a Fairmont Managed Hotel has set the standard for luxury and service since first opening its doors in 1907. Ideally situated on Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, The Plaza’s prestigious address continues to define elegance with unmatched service and an ever-evolving modern sensibility. A true urban resort, The Plaza boasts an extraordinary portfolio of refined experiences. Lifestyle, beauty and wellness offerings cater to guests and locals alike, and include a world-class retail collection with The Shops at The Plaza, the flagship location of Warren-Tricomi Salon, home to the luxurious Guerlain Spa, and the preeminent integrative medical and fitness center, LA PALESTRA. The Palm Court provides a quintessential New York experience with its famed Afternoon Tea, and the opulent Grand Ballroom continues to host the world’s most memorable events.. The Plaza hotel is managed by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. For reservations and additional information, please call 888-240-7775 or visit fairmont.com/theplaza.

From Eloise Suite to the Penthouse Suites, The Plaza’s unparalleled accommodations are as unique as they are elegant. The spacious guest rooms offer classic appointments and furnishings as can only be expected from New York’s most legendary address. The contemporary Legacy Suites offer beauty in every detail, some suites with partial views of Central Park, outdoor terraces, and connecting rooms and suites to transform your suite into a full-family home at New York’s castle on Central Park South.

The Palm Court is The Plaza’s iconic dining venue, serving afternoon tea and an evening service complimented by a bar and craft cocktail program.

For over 100 years, The Palm Court has been New York City’s iconic destination for afternoon tea. In 2013, The Palm Court was re-launched to include a grand bar, tea by Palais des Thés, and a new and revised menu featuring inspired American fare from morning through evening.

Renowned architect Thierry Despont has renovated The Palm Court while staying true to its original design. Inspired by nearby Central Park, Despont incorporated potted plants, ceiling-high palm trees, trellis detailing, and custom furnishings with cane accents into his design. The signature feature is a soaring stained-glass dome reminiscent of the original built in 1907. The

Champagne Bar began as the Champagne Porch, which was introduced with the hotel’s opening in 1907. The Porch was a seasonal outdoor restaurant with only 10 tables, patronised by the likes of Diamond Jim Brady and the Prince of Wales. Today’s Champagne Bar was beautifully renovated in 2014 and is located adjacent to The Plaza’s lobby and Fifth Avenue foyer. By day, one can indulge in freshly baked pastries, light gourmet fare, and specialty coffees; by night the finest champagne, caviar and wines.

The Plaza offers hotel guests and day visitors with spa, salon and fitness services.

Experience the unique wellness collection of brands inclusive of the Guerlain Spa, Warren-Tricomi Salon and The Plaza Fitness Center to help you relax, rejuvenate, and recharge. In particular, Master Stylist Edward Tricomi is renowned across the globe for setting trends and being the authority on hair.

Warren Tricomi partnered with Skinney Medspa to create a 1-stop beauty sanctuary. Skinney Medspa, located within the Salon, features luxury, FDA approved services that are designed to improve the quality and appearance of skin.

The Plaza Boutique and Eloise Pop Up are located on the lobby level, featuring one-of-a-kind gifts, accessories, and apparel designed exclusively for The Plaza.

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BRITISH AIRWAYS, FIRST SUITE FIRST www.britishairways.com

Created specifically for the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, the British Airways’ First suites have been painstakingly designed based on feedback from First customers, and was developed by Forpeople, London, with the airline’s in-house teams and leading British suppliers, including Prototrim, which dressed the suites with high quality soft leather and fabric trim, and London-based Pritchard Themis who worked on the suite and cabin lighting.

London, working together with the airline’s in-house teams and leading With some of the largest aircraft windows in the sky, First travellers will British suppliers, including Prototrim, which developed the high quality enjoy views of the horizon from every seat on board the Boeing 787-8 soft leather and fabric trim within the suite, and London-based Pritchard and 787-9 aircraft. The suites include four new storage areas. A new Themis who worked on the suite and cabin lighting. ottoman next to the adjustable footstool has enough room for shoes, Through the Atlantic Joint Business, travellers will have a selection of handbags and personal items, while the personal suiter for jackets and new routes to choose from for Summer coats is accessible without the customer 2022. New gateways include, London having to move from their seat. A new to Portland, Barcelona to Los Angeles locker positioned at eye-level is perfect and Helsinki to Dallas. The Atlantic for smaller personal effects such as Joint Business is a joint venture that tablets, spectacles, passport and washstarted in 2010, between American bags. A handy mirror has also been Airlines, British Airways and Iberia, fitted to the inside of the locker door along with Finnair, LEVEL and Aer for personal grooming. Devices can Lingus. Travellers can mix and match be charged in a discreet stowage area flights operated by any of the six carriers next to their armrest. Great attention to get the best deals and enjoy smoother to detail has also been paid to how connections through coordinated customers use their suite, with each schedules. The 787’s new routes are: function being controlled by simple, Heathrow to Portland, all weekdays intuitive touch. The seat and infrom 3 June 2022 onwards; returning flight entertainment console has been service from Heathrow to Pittsburgh, updated with a new handset, much like on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays a smartphone, integrated into the seat and Sundays. Neil Chernoff, British Airways’ Director of Networks from which travellers can control their in-flight entertainment. During and Alliances, said: “British Airways has always had a fond connection flight, the handset can be docked so that customers are also able to watch with the USA; so, it’s an honour to offer our customers yet more direct one item, such as the moving map, on the handset and another, such as connections to new cities. Today’s announcement to Pittsburgh and a film, on the 23inch fixed screen. This also means travellers will be able Portland is an exciting moment for customers wanting to to enjoy gate-to-gate entertainment, without having to plan ahead next year – to take a much-needed holiday or stow their television for take-off and landing. The smart The new First cabin on the visit family and friends. Our new route to Portland opens ‘jog-dial’, that previously controlled the seat’s recline, Boeing 787-9 was developed up a whole variety of connections for our customers. now manages five additional functions including the by Forpeople, London, Through Alaska Airlines, our oneworld partner, British headrest and lumbar inflate and a ‘global’ lighting control working together with the Airways will offer codeshare connections to several to set both ambient and reading lighting. The new First airline’s in-house teams and destinations operated by Alaska Airlines from Portland.” cabin on the Boeing 787-9 was developed by Forpeople, leading British suppliers.

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THE FIFE ARMS www.thefifearms.com Mar Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YN, Scotland Since the 19th century, The Fife Arms has been at the heart of Braemar, the Aberdeenshire town famous for the annual Braemar Gathering, the most famous highland games in Scotland, which draws visitors from around the world. Deep in the Cairngorms National Park, within the valley of Royal Deeside, this Victorian coaching inn has been rewoven for the 21st century by its new owners, gallerists Iwan and Manuela Wirth.

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THE FIFE ARMS, BRAEMAR www.thefifearms.com The Fife Arms is set within the Cairngorms National Park, in the scenic village of Braemar, famed for its annual Highland Games. Owned by Iwan and Manuela Wirth, co-presidents of the internationally acclaimed art gallery Hauser + Wirth, the hotel draws from their deep respect for the local history, community and setting – a project sensitively evolved to breathe new life into the existing 19th century coaching inn and hotel built by the Duke of Fife. The Fife Arms’ interiors have been masterminded

by Russell Sage Studio (The Goring, Stapleford Park, The Savoy) – a charming blend of old and new, deeply luxurious with surprising touches of the British eclectic.

Throughout, there is a Scottish narrative, often local to Braemar itself, making the hotel a repository of stories. The Fife Arms is a celebration of local craftsmanship, from walls adorned with house tartan and tweed by Araminta Campbell and bedsteads carved to reflect the landscape, to gardens sculpted by celebrated garden designer Jinny Blom. Moxon architects has overseen a careful, sensitive and refined ‘craft’ restoration of the original listed building. The works of internationally renowned artists feature prominently throughout The Fife Arms, each one inspired by the Scottish landscape and culture which sits at the heart of this project. The hotel is also home to an outstanding collection of mainly Scottish art; Old Masters are complemented by newly and specially commissioned murals, frescoes, installations and curios.

46 individually designed bedrooms, each holding a story and paying homage to a tale, character, happening or place linked to Braemar: Four Royal Suites are dedicated to Queen Victoria, the Duke of Fife, Princess Royal Louise, and Abdul Karim. Each is a celebration of their involvement in the expansion of Braemar as a destination for visitors from around the world. Eleven Victoriana Suites are inspired by a key figure or event of the Victorian era. Twelve Scottish Culture Rooms are devoted to a person who made a significant contribution to the cultural history of Braemar or wider Scotland. Thirteen Nature and Poetry Rooms feature a poet, or work of nature. Five Croft Rooms have traditional box beds The Artist’s Residence Room is created by Neil Wenman, a director at Hauser + Wirth, designed as though British artist and member of the Bloomsbury Set, Duncan Grant, has taken up residence.

The Clunie Dining Room offers a seasonal menu of Scottish favourites with rich culinary tradition, using local ingredients. Elsa’s Bar is a nod to the Italian fashion designer, Elsa Schiaparelli, whose creations were worn by Frances Farquharson, the first wife of Captain Alwyn Farquharson of the nearby Invercauld Estate. The Bar is the perfect setting for pre-dinner drinks. The Flying Stag, Braemar’s original village pub, is still very much the first stop for

local residents. Bertie’s Whisky Bar is named in honour of Queen Victoria’s eldest son, King Edward VII. Guests can re-connect with nature and take in the surrounding landscape. The Cairngorms boast breath-taking mountainous treks, beaches and golf courses in addition to thrilling water and snow sports, home to the only sled dog centre and permanent bridge-based bungee jump in the U.K. – something for every season and adventurer.

On the first Saturday in September each year, the ancient village of Braemar plays host to the world famous Braemar Gathering – a fine display of Scottish tradition regularly attended by the British Royal Family, featuring pipers, Highland dancers and athletes.

During their stay, guests of all abilities and interests can hunt, stalk, bird, mountain bike, shoot and fish on the large neighbouring estate, all arranged by the hotel’s ghillie, Ros Evans, who lives in Braemar and available From local musical events at St Margaret’s Church, skiing in Glenshee, salmon fishing on the Invercauld Estate, and dining at Braemar lodge, to sightseeing tours of the castle, coastline or history behind Scotch whisky, there is plenty to keep everyone happy. Some retail therapy is also available, showcasing a variety of Scottish crafts and wares.

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With 46 bedrooms and suites infused with stories, a restaurant overlooking River Clunie, a jewel box of a cocktail bar, wonderfully original public spaces, a Library, playroom, spa, garden and a much-loved village bar - The Fife Arms has been reimagined to fill visitors with a sense of delight and discovery. Every bedroom and suite at The Fife Arms offers its own one-of-a-kind furnishings and décor, each one a homage to a place, person, event or activity integral to the life and legacy of Braemar. All of these stories were meticulously researched with the help of consulting historians from Aberdeen University – and translated into design elements, to tell these local stories and share them with guests. The celebrated figures include Robert Louis Stevenson, who began to write Treasure Island whilst on holiday in Braemar, staying in a house a stone’s throw from the hotel; the poet Lord Byron (1788-1824) who as a child, lived for a while at a farm just east of Ballater with his Scottish mother, Catherine Gordon of Gight. The stay had a profound effect and local landmarks feature in his works, such as ‘Dark Lochnagar’ written in 1807; and Mrs Frances Farquharson, (1903-1991), stylish editor of American Vogue, who married Captain Alwyn Farquharson of the local Invercauld estate – she had a penchant for wearing the haute couture clothes of her favourite designer Elsa Schiaparelli, even in Braemar. Other rooms celebrate local characters such as The Highlander, The Stalker, The Farmer and The Mountaineer.

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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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BANK HOTEL STOCKHOLM www.bankhotel.se A landmark building in one of Stockholm’s most prestigious locations, just footsteps from the waterfront and the finest shopping, nightlife and culture that Stockholm has to offer. Now lovingly reimagined as a vibrant, welcoming boutique hotel and venue, blending intriguing design, rich history and graceful service to create something extraordinary. With 11 exclusive room categories, of which 6 suite categories, we offer anything from seeking relaxation to pampered indulgence. All rooms blend a soft, natural colour palette with art-deco design flourishes that evoke the building’s blend of history and modernity. A heritage setting infused with contemporary energy, on Stockholm’s historic waterfront Grand, yet intimate. Historic, yet contemporary. Bank Hotel is a lesson in complementary contrasts on Stockholm’s sweeping waterfront.

Set in an early 20th-century building that was once a bank, this luxury hotel reimagines its stately setting as somewhere to mark moments rather than count coins. Step through the bronze doors and soak up the vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere with modern Art at every turn. Modern design touches soften the cavernous marble interiors, from jewel-hued furnishings to a high, glass ceiling that floods the Bank Hall restaurant with light. In the rooms and suites, natural colours set a soothing scene, with bespoke artworks adding an individual touch. While elsewhere wait hidden surprises such as a wood-panelled cocktail bar and rooftop terraces.

BANK HOTEL STOCKHOLM: WAKE UP IN A HISTORIC BANK BUILDING IN SWEDEN. The 1910 site of the Södra Sverige Banking Company is now a modern, meticulously designed boutique hotel. Despite having only 115 rooms, The Bank Hotel is equipped with a rooftop bar, trendy restaurant, and speakeasystyle cocktail lounge called Sophie’s. The hotel is steps away from the main ferry area (ideal if you want to take a trip to the Archipelago), shopping area and the royal palace. . Bank Director Suite is all about indulgence, with more space, plusher sofas, two TV screens and an opulent bathroom. Lofty ceilings, vaulted windows and light herringbone parquet give a sense of space and relaxation. The suite is unique in that it looks inwards the central atrium, with natural light and buzz from the restaurant that makes it come alive. The lounge area features a sofa group and dining table. In the separate bedroom, there’s a king-size bed, with luxury linen and pillow.

Rooftop vibes on the large terrace in one of Europe’s prettiest capitals, with a terrace running the full length of the suite. 70-74 m2 of space spread over 2 walkthrough rooms, each exquisitely decorated to showcase their architectural individuality. Inside is an elegant dining area and an opulent lounge, guaranteeing relaxation. The centrepiece of the separate bedroom (with spacious walk-in closet) is the magnificent king-size double bed, with luxurious bed linen and pillows.

Luxurious Doble Suite: 185 m² including terrace For the ultimate penthouse

experience both our two suites can be joined together. Creating a staggering 185 m2 of inside and outside space, with 2 luxurious double bedrooms and space for extravagant entertaining. The large terrace is located over a calm cross-street giving you the possibility to relax from the city pulse. This is certainly one of the finest ways to make a great visit unforgettable. Naturally, guests will have access to an unrivalled level of service, personalised to their exact requirements.The building was originally constructed during the art nouveau movement, and there are elements throughout that blend modern design with art deco. Walking in, the lobby entrance feels straight out of a Wes Anderson movie; I had my camera out of my bag even before checking in. While the rooms are delightfully Swedish, the main attractions are the spaces created around the hotel. Bonnie’s is a favorite – I had the best meal of my trip there! I love the lush green velvet seating and impossibly high glass ceilings flooded with light.The Bank Hotel is conveniently located in the city center, right outside Stockholm’s harbor and Ostermalm district. It’s a member of Small Luxury Hotels and recently opened in 2018 after undergoing construction, transforming its former glory as a bank into an exclusive hotel.

The new design was imagined by top Swedish stylists, who integrated contemporary design with elements taken straight from Renaissance palaces.

The hotel has 115 rooms (including options for solo travelers) and multiple bars and restaurants. Rooftop spaces provide views of Stockholm’s streets and waterways.Combine Swedish design with Norwegian landscapes.

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Business. Fly in contemporary comfort and enjoy the features of our award-winning Skybed. The intelligent seat offers extensive storage space, while being adjustable with massage options to suit your personal needs. When you’re ready to sleep, convert your Marc Newson-designed, second generation Skybed into a two-metre fully-flat bed.

Switch off and watch the latest premiere movie or box set TV with over 1600 hours of entertainment to choose from.

First Enjoy a journey of unsurpassed luxury in First in the spacious surrounds of your individual seat. Everything you need is thoughtfully placed and within easy reach.

Recline your seat, adjust the lumbar support or turn on the in-seat massage at the touch of a button. Control your inflight entertainment, adjust the lighting, close the electronic window shades and more all from the control panel next to your seat. The luxurious Sheridan duvet, mattress and pillow menu ensures the most rejuvenating sleep experience. Travelling with a companion? With a comfortable ottoman there’s more than enough room for two if you’d like to dine together during the flight.

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DEPLAR FARM ICELAND www.elevenexperience.com On the sublime Troll Peninsula of northern Iceland, this high-end lodge has heli-skiing and salmon fishing in a remote farmland community. . The Fljót Valley in northern Iceland is a gateway for adventures ranging from mountain biking to sea kayaking. Located on a converted sheep farm, Deplar Farm blends into the natural landscape with its black timber cladding and grass-sodded roof, and the floor-to-ceiling windows around the property that embrace the surrounding peaks.Iceland’s midnight sun means long summer days and endless opportunity for outdoor activities including prime-time fly fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and more. We, at Eleven Experience, have access to some of the most exclusive rivers in Iceland. The Fljótaá, a world-class Atlantic salmon and Arctic char river, is in our backyard.

Further away, we have two cabins along our eight-mile stretch of the two-rod Hölkna River so guests can overnight steps from the fishery. Back at the lodge, many guests choose to spend entire days in our spa, hopping from the geothermal-heated outdoor pool to the hot tub.In Iceland, sheep outnumber humans by more than 2:1. Although this is true, this does not suppress the importance we put on the health and safety of our guests and employees. Deplar Farm is intimate in size and freestanding by design and is designed to get our guests out to explore the abundant and breathtaking landscapes that surround the lodge.

Decked out in sheepskin, Moroccan wools, and textured walls, Deplar Farm’s 13 bedrooms are a cozy contrast to the raw landscape outside.

Grettir, the master bedroom, has a mezzanine loft with a spacious seating area. Our four gallery suites all have mezzanine-style lofts with hammocks and day beds for lounging or additional guests.

Nature is everywhere at Deplar Farm. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the surrounding peaks, while throughout the home, you’ll find natural touches, like driftwood from the nearby sea and stone from the Fljótaá River. The library features Icelandic books, and local art adorns the living areas. The spa is a standout, with a gray stone hot tub, sauna, steam room, and two Isopod flotation tanks available at an additional charge. Guests can alternate between our Viking sauna and the cold plunge, or soak under the Northern Lights in our open-air geothermal pool.

The basic Icelandic diet hasn’t changed much since the Viking days. Arctic char, north Atlantic salmon, lamb, and skyr are still staples, but our chef, Iceland’s 2018 chef of the year, Garðar Garðarsson, prepares them with modern techniques and a dash of international flavor. Neighboring farmers and fishermen make regular deliveries, so menus are always source-to-table. Expect blueberrytopped pancakes, langoustine soup, and pasture-raised lamb, as well as craft

beers from local brewers and wines from Deplar’s extensive cellar.

Iceland’s remarkably fresh air and pure water set the standard for a truly sublime wellness experience. Along with a fully outfitted spa area, which covers nearly 10,000 square feet and features innovative therapies like Isopod flotation tanks, Deplar Farm features an equipped gym, yoga studio, and a geothermally heated indoor and outdoor pool and hot tub.

On the sublime Troll Peninsula of northern Iceland, this is one of half a dozen small-scale lodges (and one boat) from an outfit called Eleven Experience spread across the U.S., Europe and the Caribbean, that are all at once superhigh-spec yet endearingly laid-back. It is the brainchild of private-equity guru Chad Pike, who, true to his name, loves fish. He also loves to ski. In 2008 he bought a fixer-upper in Crested Butte, which happened to come with private access to some of the best skiing in the Rockies. His wife Blake zhuzzed-up the interiors and a family holiday house turned into the Eleven Experience brand, for which Deplar Farm, which opened in 2016, has become something of a poster child.

570 Fljót, Ólafsfjörður, Island

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Deplar Farm is a most unique property channeling the ancient spirit of its landscape to create a breathtaking getaway. This converted sheep farm lies in the remote Fljót valley in Northwest Iceland, surrounded by 3,000 ft peaks, glacial rivers and mirror-still lakes of the Tröllaskagi Peninsula. Your guests will delight in the 13 en-suite bedrooms, along with a Viking spa, a geothermal infinity pool with built-in bar, and a living room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the mountain slopes. Deplar Farm exudes natural charm, bringing the outside in with design details such as lambskin rugs, river-sourced stone fittings, and a traditional grass-sodded roof. Drink in the splendour of the alpine scenery from a comfortable vantage point, with Deplar Farm’s thoughtfully-arranged interiors. Invite loved ones to join you for a preprandial tipple in the cosy yet glamorous living room, complete with roaring fire and spectacular vistas. Unwind in style in one of the spa’s two isopod float tanks, or enjoy a yoga class with a view over the lakes. For supper, you’ll enjoy modern Icelandic cuisine such as Arctic char and succulent mountain lamb, prepared by the two in-house chefs and carefully paired with wine from the extensive cellar. Each sumptuous bedroom features remote-control blackout blinds and soothing playlists, to ensure you’ll drift off peacefully even during bright Icelandic summer nights. The possibilities for adventure here are as expansive as the snow-capped terrain that surrounds you. The cabin lodgings feature two helipads, ready to whisk you off for a trip across sugar-powdered slopes and deep blue ocean.

Heli-skiing means no ski-lifts, no queues; just you and the unspoilt vastness of this rugged wonderland. Let our guides take you salmon fishing in the pristine waters of the Hölkná River, sea-kayaking in the Greenland Sea or mountain-biking and hiking across the snow-crisp panorama. In the evening you can relax with a deep tissue massage in the spa, or stargaze with a birch-grain cocktail on the wraparound deck that overlooks the shimmering Fljótaá River.

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FREYS HOTEL STOCKHOLM www.freyshotels.com Freys Hotel boasts an excellent location in central Stockholm, right next to the Central Station and Arlanda Express, with plenty of shopping and tourist attractions nearby. A family-run hotel with 20 employees who work in line with the motto: “Freys – Where The Heart Is” as Green Key eco-labelled since 2014.

Green Key is the leading standard for excellence in the field of environmental responsibility and sustainable operation within the tourism industry. This ecolabel represents a commitment by businesses that their premises adhere to the strict criteria set by the Foundation for Environmental Education. A Green Key stands for the promise to its guests that by opting to stay with the Green Key establishment, they are helping to make a difference on an environmental level.

The high environmental standards expected of these establishments are maintained through rigorous documentation and frequent audits. Green Key is eligible for hotels, hostels, small accommodations, campsites, holiday parks, conference centres, restaurants and attractions.

Freys Hotel in central Stockholm offers 127 individually designed hotel rooms. The rooms all look out onto a courtyard, a quiet street or Vasagatan. Breakfast and WiFi are always included. Some rooms allow dogs. “Explore Stockholm with Freys” programme gives tips on restaurants, museums, family-friendly activities and the month’s events. Freys Hotel is in the centre of Norrmalm district in central Stockholm. Shopping, restaurants, theatres, museums and a wide range of the capital’s attractions can all be found nearby. The Central Station (trains) and the City Terminal (coaches) are just a few minutes’ walk away. The Arlanda Express station is just opposite the hotel.

The suite with balcony is individually designed with rustic furniture in delightful colours. It has a wonderful balcony that extends around the entire room. From the suite, there are amazing views of the Stockholm rooftops, Gamla Stan and the City Hall. It comprises a snug bedroom with a comfy 180 cm double bed, and a separate living room with a seating group and dining table. A Bluetooth speaker, Nespresso coffee maker, Freys chocolate bar, fresh cut flowers, lovely bath robes and slippers are some of those extra little touches. The suite can also be booked for functions, and small meetings or conferences.

Guest breakfast is served in association with Belgobaren, which is in the same building as Freys Hotel. Later in the day you can enjoy a delicious lunch, and there is a well-composed menu for dinner in the evening. The restaurant also has a specially priced hotel menu for guests. Belgobaren is renowned for its wide range of Belgian beers.

There are no less than 300 bottled and draught varieties, from lager to Trappist beer. The speciality of Belgobaren is organic mussels from Sweden’s West Coast, cooked according to Belgian tradition. The mussels are served with mayonnaise and fries.

There is also a gym, sauna and relaxation area, which guests can dedicate some time to their fitness and wellbeing, before or after a day in the city.

The hotel’s official website lists over 20 restaurants which the staff tried and loved. There are also three recommendations on where to go for ‘fika’, a typically Swedish phenomenon that generally involves coffee and something sweet, often at a café: Vetekatten, founded in 1928, a great bakery and café serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, just a few minutes’ walk from Freys Hotel and is a real Stockholm classic. Kaffekoppen on Gamla Stan where you can enjoy ‘fika’ in a 17th-century cellar vault, a cosy café with a great and varied menu.

At Flickorna Helin, one can enjoy coffee with a homemade pastry, or a delicious lunch in the old Skånska Gruvan building. In the summer there is outdoor seating with views of the Djurgården canal.

Great lookouts include Söder Mälarstrand for a walk at sunset; Moderna Museet restaurant, which offers one of Stockholm’s best views of Djurgården through a huge glass wall; the lookout on Katarinavägen; and a picnic in Skinnarviksberget on Södermalm island.

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL HONG KONG www.mandarinoriental.com When the hotel officially opened on 25 October 1963, the 650-room, 27-storey hotel was the tallest building on Hong Kong Island and instantly became a historic landmark – a status it still holds today. Built on the former site of the Queen’s Building, the cost of construction came to HKD42 million, whilst the cost of interior design amounted to HKD66 million. John Howarth of the Leigh & Orange architectural firm was appointed architect, whilst interior design responsibility fell on Don Ashton, art director for such films as “Bridge Over the River Kwai”, “Indiscreet” and “Billy Budd”. Upon its opening, the South China Morning Post enthused over the space-age lifts that seemingly catapulted guests to the top floor in just 21 seconds. Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong was the first hotel to have direct-dial telephones and was also the first in Asia to have a bathtub in every room – leading the architect of the hotel to ask, “Are the guests amphibious?” Following a USD150 million renovation in 2006 (more than double what was spent on building and furnishing the original hotel), this landmark hotel was completely transformed and was able to offer guests 21st-century oriental luxury and modern technology, whilst retaining its much-loved character and soul. This new 501-room hotel was the first to have Technology Butlers available 24-hours a day and the first in Hong Kong to employ someone to oversee social media. The hotel has enjoyed continued success throughout the last 50 years and since 1963 has repeatedly been voted the world’s best hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is also home to three Michelin-starred restaurants. One of the things the hotel is most famed and loved for is its staff, most members of which have been with the hotel for years, some for over 50 years.

Each of these colleagues works closely with the new, younger members of the team to ensure that they learn from the past experiences of the senior staff, whilst continuing to embrace the future.

This special hotel, which is the flagship of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, is situated in the heart of Hong Kong and holds a special place in the hearts of the local community. It is home to a legendary staff, 10 outstanding restaurants and bars, an award-winning spa, barbershop, salon, 13 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre and fitness centre. With round-the-clock services, the hotel pulsates at all times and functions smoothly living up to its legendary worldrenowned status with General Manager Pierre Barthes at the forefront of operations. Having delighted guests with award-winning services and impressive facilities for over 57 years, it is a much-loved address for those seeking exclusive experiences in this dynamic city.

The hotel’s spacious rooms and suites offer magnificent views of the famous Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong’s skyline. Some of the best suites include Howarth Suite, Meiji Suite, Lichfield Suite, Macau Suite, Tamar Suite and Mandarin Suite - all offering guests with access

to The Mandarin Club. At over 6,200 square feet and located on the 23rd floor, it provides an all-day retreat in contemporary surroundings with Asian accents and features a boardroom, dining area and generous lounge space. Guests can enjoy an array of culinary delights, along with a host of exclusive privileges and bespoke services throughout the day.

The hotel’s dining experience includes Mandarin Grill + Bar, Man Wah, The Aubrey, The Krug Room, Café Causette, Clipper Lounge, The Chinnery, Captain’s Bar and The Mandarin Cake Shop.

The Mandarin Spa offers an environment of holistic rejuvenation.

With décor influenced by the sophisticated style of 1930s Shanghai, the venue encourages guests to embark on a personalised journey towards optimum wellbeing and relaxation. The spa’s setting and treatments have made it an institution, awarded five stars by the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide for 10 consecutive years. The renowned Mandarin Barber has been looking after the Hong Kong elite and hotel guests for decades. There is also a twin-lane swimming pool and fully-equipped fitness centre, in addition to The Mandarin Salon, where both locals and hotel guests enjoy beauty services.

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DORSIA HOTEL & RESTAURANT www.dorsia.se Trädgårdsgatan 6, 411 08 Gothenburg, Sweden With 37 individually designed rooms, Dorsia is also a popular restaurant where Chef Oskar Samuelsson hails from the well-known Copenhagen restaurant of Kadeau and Fäviken Magasinet, both awarded with two Michelin stars for their haute cuisine. Guests can enjoy a spa in partnership with Hagabadet, just a 5-minute walk away. It features massages and treatments, in addition to hot baths, steam sauna and gym.

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FROM NEW YORK TO SINGAPORE IN STYLE www.singaporeair.com Singapore Airlines CEO, Mr Goh Choon Phong, stated: “The Airbus A380 is a favourite among our customers and we are especially proud to be taking the travel experience to the next level with our new cabin products. The new products are being introduced after four years of development work and we are confident they will truly ‘wow’ our customers, ensuring that we continue to provide them an unparalleled travel experience. The significant investment demonstrates our long-term approach to ensure we continue to lead the industry, and our confidence in the future of premium full-service air travel.” Each Suite is furnished with a separate full-flat bed with adjustable recline and plush leather chair, enabling customers to lounge comfortably in the chair or rest in bed without the need to convert the bed from a sitting position.

For couples travelling together, the beds in the first two Suites of each aisle can be converted to form a double bed. Each seat is upholstered by world-renowned Poltrona Frau in fine leather, and is fully adjustable using an electronic control side panel which can accommodate a variety of sitting and lounging positions. The swivel capability of the chair (between 135 and 270 degrees) with recline up to 45 degrees provides added flexibility for dining and relaxation.

bed from a sitting position. For couples travelling together, the beds in Singapore Airlines‘s highly-anticipated new cabin products fitted to its the first two Suites of each aisle can be converted to form a double bed.

Airbus A380 fleet are the result of an extensive 4-year development There is a plush mattress bedding, two pillows and a fluffy cotton duvet, programme. Riding on the theme of “Space made personal, experience the complete with embroidery crafted by the French luxury brand, Lalique. difference”, the new cabin offerings provide more space and privacy in all Complemented with a stylish sleeper suit, slippers, eyeshades and socks, classes, featuring intimate and bespoke elements designed especially for the customers can lounge in comfort before drifting into peaceful sleep in Singapore Airlines customer. The Singapore Airlines A380 is configured their private cabin in the sky. When not in use, the bed can be stowed with 471 seats in four classes, featuring six Singapore Airlines Suites and 78 completely, creating even more personal space. Each Suite also has a 32Business Class seats on the upper deck, as well as 44 Premium Economy inch full HD monitor that can swivel for the different viewing angles in Class seats and 343 Economy Class seats on the main deck. The research, seat and bed modes, a full-sized personal wardrobe, customised handbag design, development and installation of the new products on 19 Singapore stowage compartment, amenity box lined with soft leather, specially Airlines A380s represented an investment of about USD850 million. designed carpet and a feature wall with mood lighting - all exquisitely Customers travelling between Singapore and Sydney were the first to crafted to give a touch of luxury and intimacy. The exclusivity of the experience Singapore Airlines’ all-new cabin products, with the entry into Suites cabin is further accentuated by its two stylishly-furnished lavatories, service of its recently-delivered Airbus A380 aircraft equipped with the one of which has a sit-down vanity counter. The culinary new seats and in-flight entertainment system. With six experience features Wedgwood serviceware and LaliqueSuites tucked spaciously within the front cabin of the upper The new cabin products were designed crystal glassware. Every meal is complemented deck, customers will experience a sense of exclusivity and displayed in Singaporean the by a selection of fine wines and champagnes specially put intimate privacy aboard the A380. Behind its artisticallyfirst of five new A380 aircraft together by a panel of wine experts. As part of Singapore designed sliding door lies a personal oasis complete with entering the fleet. Retrofit Airlines’ commitment to enhancing sustainability practices, lavish furnishing and finishes. Each Suite is furnished with work also took place on over Suites customers can look forward to meals created by a separate full-flat bed with adjustable recline and plush a dozen aircrafts, to ensure the International Culinary Panel (ICP), featuring more leather chair, enabling customers to lounge comfortably product consistency across the sustainable ingredients and fresh local produce. in the chair or rest in bed without the need to convert the Airline’s entire A380 fleet.

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Fly as you choose We cater to your needs so that you can plan your journey as you like: • Choose your seat • Extra luggage if required • Personal wifi plans • New Flex fare for maximum change flexibility

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MACH 3, HIGH SPEED TRAVEL www.virgingalactic.com meet the high-level requirements and objectives of the mission. Previously, Virgin Galactic announced the first stage design scope for the build of its NASA signed a Space Act Agreement with Virgin Galactic to collaborate on high speed aircraft design, and the signing of a non-binding Memorandum high speed technologies. The basic parameters of the initial high speed aircraft of Understanding (MOU) with Rolls-Royce to collaborate in designing and design include a targeted Mach 3 certified delta-wing aircraft that would have developing engine propulsion technology for high speed commercial aircraft. capacity for 9 to 19 people at an altitude above 60,000 feet and would also be This follows the successful completion of its Mission Concept Review program able to incorporate custom cabin layouts to address customer needs, including milestone and authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Business or First Class seating arrangements. The aircraft design also aims Center for Emerging Concepts and Innovation to work with Virgin Galactic to help lead the way toward use of state-of-the-art sustainable aviation fuel. to outline a certification framework. Rolls-Royce is a leader in the cuttingBaselining sustainable technologies and techniques into the aircraft design early edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to the on is expected to also act as a catalyst to adoption in the rest of the aviation planet’s vital power needs. Rolls-Royce has a proven record of delivering community. The MCR concluded that the team can progress to the next phase high Mach propulsion, powering the only civil-certified commercial aircraft of design, consisting of defining specific system architectures and configurations, (Concorde) capable of supersonic flight. and determining which materials to use in the design and manufacturing of George Whitesides, Chief Space Officer, Virgin Galactic said, “We are the aircraft. The team will also work to address key challenges in thermal excited to complete the Mission Concept Review and unveil this initial management, maintenance, noise, emissions, and economics that routine high design concept of a high speed aircraft, which we envision as blending safe and speed commercial flights would entail. The design philosophy of the aircraft is reliable commercial travel with an unrivalled customer experience. We are geared around making high speed travel practical, sustainable, safe, and reliable, pleased to collaborate with the innovative team at Rolls-Royce as we strive while making customer experience a top priority. Virgin Galactic is designing to develop sustainable, cutting-edge propulsion systems for the aircraft, and the aircraft for a range of operational scenarios, including service for passengers we are pleased to be working with the FAA to ensure our designs can make on long-distance commercial aviation routes. The aircraft would take off and a practical impact from the start. We have made great progress so far, and we land like any other passenger aircraft and be expected to integrate into existing look forward to opening up a new frontier in high speed travel.” airport infrastructure and international airspace around the world. Virgin Rolls-Royce North America Chairman & CEO Tom Bell said, “We are Galactic is working closely with international regulatory communities to ensure excited to partner with Virgin Galactic and TSC to explore the future of compliance with safety and environmental standards. Last week the FAA’s sustainable high speed flight. Rolls-Royce brings a unique history in high Center for Emerging Concepts and Innovation reviewed the speed propulsion, going back to the Concorde, and offers project direction and authorized FAA resources to work with world-class technical capabilities to develop and field the Virgin Galactic is developing the Virgin Galactic team to begin to outline a certification advanced propulsion systems needed to power commercially a new generation of high framework during the pre-project guidance phase. Virgin available high-Mach travel.” speed aircraft, in partnership Galactic believes that working together with regulators The Mission Concept Review, which included representatives with industry and government and industry leaders such as Rolls Royce and Boeing will from NASA, is an important program milestone at which the leaders, with a focus on support the mission to broaden and transform global travel Virgin Galactic high speed team confirmed that, based on the customer experience and technologies, with a focus on customer experience. research and analysis work completed, its design concept can environmental sustainability.

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2023 MEDITERRANEAN ITINERARIES STOP AT

5 NEW PORTS IN SPAIN, CAPE VERDE AND ITALY.

TO THE MED AND BEYOND www.ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com The experience onboard Evrima blends the lifestyle of The Ritz-Carlton resorts with the freedom of a yachting vacation. The specially designed yacht measures 190 metres (624 feet) and features 149 suites. Guests will enjoy a range of programming including a thoughtfully curated menu of spa treatments, watersports from the yacht’s marina and Evrima’s signature restaurant, S.E.A., designed by chef Sven Elverfeld of Aqua, the 3-Michelin-star restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg in Germany.

In each destination, guests can choose from a selection of exclusive experiences within The Shore Collection that align with their interests or utilise the services of the Concierge Ashore to customise their own private tours. By working with local guides selected for their insider knowledge,

guests will enjoy a highly personalised and immersive journey while exploring the culture of each destination. The 2023 Mediterranean season spans from April through November, stopping at five new ports along the way, including Melilla, Spain; La Gomera, Canary Islands, Spain; Praia, Cape Verde; Mindelo, Cape Verde; and Catania, Sicily, Italy. “We are excited to introduce our 2023 Mediterranean itineraries,” commented Douglas Prothero, Chief Executive Officer for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. “We continue to see incredible interest in exploring these highly sought after destinations and are thrilled to be able to offer an extended season with more opportunities for our guests to immerse themselves in the unique, vibrant cultures of the Mediterranean.”

The Ritz-Carlton resort lifestyle meets the casual freedom of a yachting vacation on board the Evrima.

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The specially designed yacht measures 190 metres (624 feet) and features 149 suites.

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Dimora delle Balze is a nineteenth-century estate in which time doesn’t seem to have passed. The walls, the floors and the ceilings tell fascinating stories filled with a Mediterranean scent, eager to be listened to. The estate has a big quadrangular courtyard which, on its left side, is overlooked by the rooms formerly destined to the farmer’s dwelling, to the storage, and to the stables. In the right wing, instead, an ancient gate leads to the manor-house. The interior is composed of a large number of rooms, where there are authentic and suggestive Rinascimento frescoes, brought back to their original splendour. Last but not least, the Manor Garden, formerly enhanced by stone benches, today hosting the remains of the pre-existing classical columns and terraces, set up with armchairs and custom-made design objects.

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DIMORA DELLE BALZE - NOTO www.dimoradellebalze.com The Dimora is composed of 11 rooms of different sizes, from 20 to 45 square metres, each with different colours and designs, specifically designed for them. Each room has its own concept and a story to tell. The names chosen for the rooms refer to Sicilian works and artists, from cinema to art, from poetry to opera. In this way, the property wanted to pay homage to the extraordinary performers who made the name of this wonderful region great all over the world.

As to the floors, handmade cementines from Morocco have been designed in different forms and Mediterranean colours, such as mid-blue grey and the shades of green. Seven rooms are situated in the central court and each of them has a terrace, from which you can overlook the first court, and you have the possibility to interact with the other estate guests, as if you were in an ancient village. Inside the Dimora we find two special rooms: one is situated in the manger, while the other is set on the little tower from which you can see Viale dei Carrubi, the Valley and the swimming pool. In the manor house there are four rooms with original ceilings and elegant furniture, all of them with a beautiful view of the valley, while two of them have a private terrace, an intimate area with a view of the nearby wood. Inside these scenographic residences you can breathe the atmosphere of the local workshops and of the manufacturer productions of the place, that in a blend of elegance and welcoming give a sense of belonging and family.

The unforgettable moments need to be kept for saving precious memories.

So Dimora delle Balze teaches to our guests the best skills in order to learn in a weekend the principal techniques of photography and other Arts. The Academies mean much more… Who appreciates the traditional Cuisine will experience Cooking and Pastries Classes.

Dimora delle Balze lies in an “harsh land surrounded by the immense and jealous sea”. Our guests will have the opportunity to reach the most beautiful beaches around 30 minutes far, such as Fontane Bianche, with wild cliffs and white sandy beaches. Do not miss the Vendicari Reserve: over 7 km of coast rewarded with 4 Blue Sails!

Dimora is surrounded by the wonderful places of art. Our reception is at your complete disposal to organize excursions to the ancient cities of Noto, Syracuse and Ragusa Ibla, relying on expert local guides and trusted transfer services, to reach these places full of charm and history. and enjoy the view of the ancient Baroque and Renaissance buildings.

Special projects is the section in which Dimora delle Balze commits itself promoting the cultural vision that has guided the recovery of the estate, developing initiatives that may live by themselves.

Dimora delle Balze has the ambitious aim of presenting itself as ideas and project gather to promote and make culture, becoming in this manner a place where built valuable experiences creating moments of meeting and trustful relationships.

Day after day Dimora Delle Balze will commit to plan and support an artistic project that narrates Sicily and its tradition, with a language that crosses the borders of “picture-perfect tourism” and that expresses itself by promoting the contamination with the territory , the research of the local authenticity and respect for Nature.

The first project born within this commitment consists of a series of workshops, where guests will be accompanied in a unique reality and will live them personally.

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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL FIRENZE www.fourseasons.com/florence five centuries of Italian nobles, and a Viceroy of Egypt (who sold his home Set in Renaissance-era Palazzo della Gherardesca and La Villa (a former when his harem was barred from moving in), who have all lived, worked convent), the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is pure decadence, a living museum or worshipped in the 15th-century Palazzo della Gherardesca and 16thYou’ll find original architectural details, such as the loggia adorned with century La Villa, the two residences home to Four Seasons Hote Firenze. bas-relief frieze and stucco in the lobby; art and antiques; a formidable 11acre private garden, complete with statues and century-old trees. Removed Through half a millennium, successive owners and residents have made from epicenters of tourist activity, the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is a their mark with additions and improvements, with each preserving resort in its fullest sense; a place you return to for rest and rejuvenation the work of their predecessors. The result is an epic journey through after exploring the city. The hotel’s service embodies the Four Season Florentine history. standard: nothing is too much for the staff to organize, whether you want to fly in a hot-air balloon departing from the hotel or cruise down the The Four Seasons Hotel Firenze consists of two buildings, the 16thArno at sunset by boat. century Conventino and the 15th-century Palazzo Palazzo della Gherardesca was the private residence della Gherardesca. In the two structures 116 rooms of Florentine nobles for five centuries until Stroll the city’s biggest private garden and suites with a unique style, where magnificent becoming Four Seasons Hotel Firenze in 2008.

– a tranquil haven of statues, fountains frescoes have been restored to their original splendor.

For seven years, architects, historians and craftsmen and centuries-old trees – or retire to your The Four Seasons offer includes a Spa with swimming lovingly prepared two historic Florentine palaces suite where frescoes line the walls amid pool, a lounge bar, Trattoria Al Fresco and Il Palagio and the city’s largest enclosed private gardens for original architectural features. Our Restaurant, awarded by a Michelin star, obtained the next evolution in their storied history, as a Four historic Hotel, with its Michelin-starred from the ancient stables of Palazzo della Gherardesca.

Seasons hotel.

Italian restaurant and a locally inspired Four Seasons Hotel Firenze History Spa where you can spend afternoons in Located in a charming green corner in the heart of Now, guests may join the ranks of a Pope, an order pure indulgence, is just steps away from the city, the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is composed of nuns, executives of Italy’s first railway company, the cultural heart of Florence.

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of two richly preserved buildings, which feature original frescoes and furnishings from the 15th and 16th centuries, in the shade of majestic old trees and just a stone’s throw from the Duomo.

Its 116 rooms are located between the Palazzo della Gherardesca and the Conventino, which with careful restoration respectful of the spaces and original details, offer accommodation, welcoming, spacious and bright.

All rooms have king-size beds, a large number of services and marble bathrooms. Available in the Superior, Deluxe, Premiere, Junior Suite, Parlor Suite and Executive suites, they offer views of the palaces and streets of the streets or the private park and the surrounding gardens.

The Spa of the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze covers an area of 791 square meters in the heart of the garden. It consists of 10 rooms and two VIP treatment suites, an outdoor pool, hydromassage sessions and a gym. It offers wellness and relaxation treatments, manicures and pedicures and exclusively uses the Officine Profumo products of the Pharmaceutical of Santa Maria Novella.

The location offers a first class gastronomic experience, based on a series of original and imaginative interpretations of the typical Italian and Tuscan gastronomy. The products are always fresh, seasonal and highly selected and some specialties such as pasta, bread, desserts and ice creams are produced by the chef and prepared daily. Delights to savor in the elegant rooms with vaulted ceilings, on the outdoor terraces or at the edge of the pool. Even the winery offers a wide selection of wines, with the best national labels and the excellence of the territory.

The wellness center features 9 beauty treatment rooms, a Turkish bath, a gym and an upstairs terrace with a pool and a hot tub. In addition, a 205 square meter gym equipped with the most modern Technogym machines and managed by a team of professional instructors will satisfy the most sporty.

Yoga classes, personalized training sessions and guided walks are also available at the park, while tennis, golf and horse riding are also nearby.

Being enchanted by the beauty of Florence is practically assured, but we are sure that what you will experience going through Borgo Pinti, leaving the Duomo, Santa Croce and the Annunziata behind, until you reach number 99 will not be the same. Once you have crossed the threshold of the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, in fact, your concept of beauty will pass to a level never before imagined.

A true metropolitan oasis in the city, the Four Seasons is housed in the historic 15th century Della Gherardesca palace, built by the wish of Bartolomeo Scala in 1472, a close friend of Lorenzo Il Magnifico, and designed by Giuliano da Sangallo. Conceived as the first city resort in Italy, the historic Palazzo has seen different properties over the centuries, up to present day, where the magnificence of the past has been further enriched by all the modern comforts of 5-star hospitality- luxury.

Located within the city’s largest private garden of the city, the hotel consists of two buildings, the “Palazzo della Gherardesca” and “The Villa”, a former 16th-century convent. Located all around a park of 4.5 hectares of beauty that leaves literally breathtaking surrounds them, with its thick vegetation and rare plants that come from all over the world. In addition to the 116 rooms, including 42 suites, and two restaurants, Il Palagio (awarded with a Michelin star) and Al Fresco (open during the summer), the hotel offers its guests a spa with a pool of over 790 square meters, five meeting rooms and a cocktail bar, the Atrium Bar, for a stay that will exceed your expectations beyond all limits.

But, the Four Seasons is not a show for the exclusive use of hotel guests: the Four Seasons is Florence and it is to you and to all those who gravitate to you for longer or shorter periods that opens its doors, in the inclusion project that wants to ensure that this historical heritage is within the reach of all citizens. After centuries the wonderful garden of the Gherardesca has reopened its doors to the city and you will never have the sensation of austerity that sometimes is felt in the big luxury hotels. The rooms are full, they are alive, and the Atrium Bar and the Palagio are now a favorite meeting point for the city and its inhabitants.

You can breathe Renaissance air at the Four Seasons, in every corner of the common areas, rooms and suites. The sumptuousness of the decorations, the frescoes, the statues, the stuccos, the original works of art, the perfectly preserved bas-reliefs, the Oriental wallpaper hand painted in silk are all details that will flow in your head, but there you will not be able to assimilate everything together, not yet, not while you walk surrounded by the beautiful Carrara marble.

Then, once you get out, the magic of this unique experience will slowly begin to materialize, one piece at a time. So, you will try to remember every detail, every perfume, every taste, trying to understand if you really were there or if it was just a dream.

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THE EMERALD COAST as beach, watersports, and wellness enthusiasts: “This is a place where you The season in Sardinia has finally begun. Recently, sovereign wealth fund can recharge and rejuvenate—remember, Sardinia is known as the island Qatar Holding signed an agreement to buy four hotels on the island’s of longevity,” she says.

Costa Smeralda for an undisclosed sum: Hotel Cala di Volpe, Pitrizza Despite the scarcity of private moorings, boat owners are well served.

Hotel, Hotel Romazzino and Cervo Hotel will continue to be managed There are marinas at Porto Rotondo, Porto Rafael and Cannigione,

by Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide. The transaction also each with its own yacht club, as well as the world-famous Yacht Club of include Porto Cervo Marina, home to the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, Costa Smeralda (YCCS) in Porto Cervo.The YCCS hosts the Loro Piana Porto Cervo Shipyar, and Pevero Golf Club. Summer 2022 will see a Superyacht Regatta every year, with a full calendar of events later in the new network of connections comprising 69 destinations, of which 48 season, including the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, the Rolex Swan Cup and international, 21 domestic and a total of 19 countries served. Among the the Perini Navi Cup. most important innovations of 2022 are the arrival of the company jet2.

The beach of La Celvia is close by, and it has the same pinkish tint as the com which will connect Olbia with London Stansted and Manchester in other beaches, thanks to sand that has been flecked with shell fragments and addition to the new Volotea connection from Deauville to Olbia. The pink quartz dust from the nearby rocks. Due to the beauty of its seabed, La Condor carrier will also connect Olbia with Stuttgart, thus expanding the Celvia is a scuba diver’s paradise, and its top-end villas with gardens facing network for the German market. the beach are in high demand. It has one of the few gated communities According to Julia Bracco, sales director of ImmobilSarda, the sole affiliate on the Costa Smeralda, and it competes with Piccolo Romazzino for the of Christie’s International Real Estate in Sardinia, which has a huge title of most desirable resort along this stretch of shore. Romazzino has a portfolio ranging from well-appointed apartments to majestic beachfront line of luxury villas with spectacular views of the bay, many of which are villas, the property market in Costa Smeralda is flourishing. “We have architectural gems built to blend in with the natural surroundings. strong environmental policies in place, including development limitations The aforementioned Pevero Golf Club, created by great along the coast, therefore properties here command a architect Robert Trent Jones, has a 18-hole, par-72 premium,” says Bracco.

With the first days of spring course which winds its way through gently sloping hills The area is largely a second or third home market, ideal the season in Sardinia has and wind-sculpted boulders, punctuated by lakes and with its unique setting of white sand beaches, rocky cliffs finally begun. La Casitta ponds, offering sea views—and new challenges—from and Mediterranean flora. “Buyers come from all around is a stone’s throw from every hole. Villas and apartments are dotted around Europe and the Middle East, as well as from Italy,” Bracco Cala Giorgio Marino in the the golf course and surround the clubhouse, drawing explains. While the area is popular with boat owners, it Maddalena islands that boast not only golfers but also nature enthusiasts and those also draws golfers to Pevero Golf Club, which has one of some of the most beautiful seeking coastal views. the world’s most beautiful and challenging courses, as well and sparkling waters.

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CLIVEDEN HOUSE www.clivedenhouse.co.uk

The five-star estate—once owned by British royalty—has a juicy, sordid history. Cliveden House may be one of the most famous country houses in the world. Grand in scale and opulent in style, the history of the building is steeped over 300 years of sex, scandal and politics. Built as a hunting lodge in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, a place where he could entertain his mistress, Anna Maria Talbot - a newly widowed Countess of Shrewsbury after the Duke killed her husband in a duel. Convenient, eh? Cliveden is truly unique and no one could resist an invitation; From Churchill to Chaplin, Lawrence to Lennon. Fortunes have been made, plots hatched and history changed… The house has been home to three Dukes, an Earl, the Astors and a Prince of Wales, each of whom left their mark on this unique setting.

Cliveden House is a privately owned five AA Red Star award-winning hotel, our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built-in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of intrigue and glamour for the elite. 376 acres of beautifully presented National Trust grounds is a luxurious five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel and spa, ready and waiting to welcome you to create your own moment in Cliveden’s history.

Cliveden House is a luxurious hotel located on the Cliveden estate with panoramic views of the Thames. The 19th century building is surrounded by 400 acres of park and manicured gardens. It is imposing and historically known for its famous owners, the Astors, and prestigious guests, including British monarchs since the time of George I, who have stayed there.

An estate with an aristocratic atmosphere with a large hall with fireplace and a butler who will welcome you upon your arrival. The 39 rooms have the names of the most famous guests of the past from Charlie Chaplin to Lady Astor.

The interiors are naturally opulent and elegant in a traditional style and the restaurant requires formal attire for dinner.

During the day the gardens and some areas of the residence are open to the public but tranquility reigns supreme. At guests’ disposal tennis and squash courts and a gym. The hotel spa is equipped with an indoor and outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool and turkish bath, wellness treatments. In the summer, picnics are organized in the garden on the banks of the Thames.

Built-in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of intrigue and glamour for the elite. Now a five-star award-winning hotel, Cliveden House to this day remains host to the most Iconic celebrations and an exclusive country house escape, just an hour outside of London.

Cliveden House is renowned for its magnificent 152-hectare estate overlooking the River Thames. Behind its imposing period façade, the 17th-century stately home boasts interiors brimming with English charm. Exquisite antique furniture and paintings contribute to the warm and intimate ambience. Its historical guests have lent their names to the individual rooms, such as Winston Churchill, Charlie Chaplin and Rudyard Kipling. Just outside London and a stone’s throw from Windsor, Ascot and Heathrow, Cliveden House offers fine dining and a promise of relaxation at its beautiful spa, a tranquil oasis hidden away behind the mellow brick walls of the garden. The stunning three-bedroom cottage set on the banks of the river is perfect for families, and a scenic cruise on one of the lovingly restored vintage launches is not to be missed.

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