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Russian billionaire sued a paint company for $100 million because his $300 million superyacht was not shiny enough, then spent $30 million repainting it

When Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko commissioned Motor Yacht A, he wanted a vessel that would redefine luxury yachting. Designed by Philippe Starck and built by German shipyard Blohm+Voss, the futuristic superyacht quickly became one of the most recognisable private vessels in the world. But instead of making headlines solely for…

The Times of India

Reviewed: Sanderson London Is a Whimsical Playground and Remains the City's Most Original Design Hotel

This Fitzrovia institution continues to surprise and delight guests

Marie Claire

While commercial ships and oil tankers struggled to get by, this Soviet-born billionaire’s $300 million superyacht left Dubai and cruised through the Strait of Hormuz on a 2,000-mile journey to the Maldives

Motor Yacht A, under the ownership of billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, recently traversed the Strait of Hormuz amidst increased military tensions that have prompted commercial vessels to postpone their voyages. Following the imposition of Western sanctions after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Melnichenko relocated his assets to the Gulf, particularly after his…

The Times of India

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Reviewed: The Elegant Le Meurice Transcends Even Parisian Standards Of Luxury, With a Playful Take on Modern Art

One of Paris' rare Palace Hotels, Le Meurice has it all: Michelin-standard dining, spectacular views and a gallery-esque lobby that will enchant art lovers

Marie Claire

6 of the Coolest Smart Home Tech and Design Collaborations of All Time to Bring Sleek Flair Into Your Everyday Life

Mind you, these aren't your ordinary electronics

Livingetc

Dalcore launches North India’s first YOO-branded residences ‘The Falcon’ in Gurugram

Dalcore has launched The Falcon, North India's first YOO-branded ultra-luxury residences on Gurugram's Golf Course Road. Designed by YOO Inspired by Starck and architected by UHA, the project offers 96 expansive 3 and 4 BHK homes across two acres. It aims to redefine design-led living with a focus on curated…

The Economic Times

Philippe Starck's Coastal Villa in 'the Hamptons of France' Is My Summer Design Crush — It's Crafted to Capture a "Happy Nostalgia"

With just 28 rooms and suites, Villa Colette is an oasis of tranquillity overlooking the ocean, wrapped in warm-toned furnishings and greenery

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6 Interior Designers of the Wealthy — and How Much They Cost

These six designers' portfolios and client lists suggest the cost will include a long list of zeros.

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Cool design and wild art on a city break in Metz, north-east France

The small city in the Lorraine region has been put on the map with the aid of two Parisian heavyweights – a loan from the Pompidou Centre and designer Philippe Starck’s quirky new hotel

The Guardian - UK

The Best Restaurants in Venice — 10 Local-Approved Eateries That Are Simply Too Beautiful to Gatekeep (Even for an Italian)

I used my intel to find the trendy hotspots every Venetian design insider I know is booking right now, and not just for their unexpected interiors

Livingetc

Madrid's Hottest New Hotel Was Created "to Tell a Love Story" — And Has a Celebrity Architect as Its Mastermind

On the bustling Gran Vía, Philippe Starck's brainchild of immaculate design, Brach Madrid, lends its backdrop to a Spanish romance with guests as protagonists

Livingetc

The best garden furniture for every occasion: 37 expert picks for summer

From rattan benches to vintage bistro sets and cheerful sofas, here’s the best outdoor furniture to make the most of your patio, garden or balcony

The Guardian - UK

LA Almazara: Philippe Starck on designing his surreal olive oil mill in the heart of Andalusia

Euronews Culture spoke with Philippe Starck about his love of organic olive oil and LA Almazara, his surrealist olive oil mill and unique museum in Spain's Andalusia region, that's been 15-years in the making.

Euronews

Rafał Zajko: The Spin Off – fantastical sci-fi visions with a side order of pickles

The young Pole’s work is buzzing with pop references and ideas about the future, all grounded in the everyday – with kaiser rolls and gherkins

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Evening Standard

Best new hotels of 2025 — from a chic farm estate in Menorca to Montana's new luxury addition

January dragging on? Plot your escape and plan your next adventures around the most exciting new check-ins of the year — there are plenty to choose from

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The Biggest Yachts Owned By Tech Billionaires

The exclusive world of superyachts has seen an influx of tech billionaires joining the ranks of owners in recent years. With their vast fortunes, figures like Jeff Bezos, Larry Ellison and Mark Zuckerberg have been able to commission some of the largest and most advanced yachts afloat. Here's a look…

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Design Dynasties: the powerhouse families of Italian furnishing

We profile the powerhouse families of Italian furnishing, uncovering the secrets of their legacies and stamina

Wallpaper

TEFAF opens its new edition with a trend-defying art and antique fair

TEFAF (The European Fine Art Fair) has returned to its original location in Maastricht with a welcoming display of ornate designs for collectors, dealers and art world regulars

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Palazzina Grassi: all the seduction of Venice in an intimate setting

It's a favourite with the A-list, so does it live up to the hype? Cathy Hawker checks in

Wallpaper

Philippe Starck announced as Mortlach Whisky’s first creative director

The renowned French designer lends his expertise and holistic vision to Mortlach, the heritage Scotch distillery

Wallpaper

The Bouroullecs’ ‘Belleville’ chair reimagined 53 ways for La Source Garouste auction

The ‘Belleville’ chair is spliced, diced and furrified for La Source Garouste’s charity auction, by designers from Christian Louboutin to Constance Guisset

Radio France Internationale

Beauty – and the impossible made possible

This week on The Sound Kitchen you’ll hear the answer to the question about the meaning of “pataphysics”. There’s a meditation on bird song, a poem from listener Adeyola Opaluwah, the “Listeners Corner” with Paul Myers, and Ollia’s “Happy Moment”. All that, and the new quiz question, too, so click…

Marie Claire

Wellness Escapes: The Lakes by Yoo is being dubbed "the Hamptons of the Cotswolds"

Head for relaxing, soul-boosting activities and elevated interior design.

Wallpaper

Fashion’s finest moments at Milan Design Week 2023: Loewe to Prada

In an ongoing round-up, Scarlett Conlon charts all the fashion happenings at Milan Design Week 2023 – from furniture and homeware collections to high-profile launches and collaborations

Radio France Internationale

Designer Philippe Starck shakes up Paris icons in playful exhibition

If anyone can turn Paris upside down and inside out, it’s world-renowned designer Philippe Starck. Given carte blanche by the Carnavalet History of Paris museum, Starck revisits the City of Light with a bold and bizarre exhibition “Paris is pataphysical”.

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