Favourite Things

A hospital in Paris 

In Levallois-Perret, the Château of the Hertford British Hospital begins a new chapter. Built between 1877 and 1879 by architect Paul Ernest Sanson, this neo-Gothic building with English-inspired design long welcomed British patients, notably in its maternity ward, which remained in operation until the end of the 20th century.
Maud Caubet Architectes/ Charly Broyez

60th Anniversary Limited Edition

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Goldfinger, Fabergé and 007 have teamed up on a limited-edition egg. It’s made from 18k yellow gold, with a 007-branded six-prong safe combination lock at the front. Only 50 made.
faberge.com

Boldly ahead of his time

Austrian designer and architect Josef Frank was nearly 50 years old when emigrating to Sweden. He is now considered one of the country’s most important designers of all time.
svenskttenn.com

An impactful silhouette

Inspiring extreme relaxation, the Roy Armchair boasts a particularly ergonomic and comfortable one-piece seat. It’s grand, curvy and charismatic!
munnadesign.com

Corinthian—World’s largest sailing yacht

A 721 feet long, the Orient Express Corinthian, will offer 54 opulent cabins, including six luxury suites, spread across four decks. Amenities include five restaurants — one by Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno — eight bars, a swimming pool, a spa, a recording studio, and a movie theatre. Itineraries exploring the French Riviera and Mediterranean begin in June 2026.
Orient Express – Sailing Yachts

36-Hour briefcase

For the modern traveller who values both style and substance. Crafted from rich vegetable-tanned leather in a striking black-and-cognac contrast, this bag promises to age like fine whiskey, developing a unique patina with every journey.
Lundi-Paris.com

A contemporary take on the classic tub

Koala reinterprets its versatile armchair with generous padding for residential interiors.
s-cab.it

Here kitty, kitty

Created by crossing an African Serval with a domestic cat, Savannahs are larger with exotic spotted coats. Long legs, long bodies, large ears that stand upright and have bands on the rear, and tear-streaks around the eyes help give them a wild look.
savannahcalifornia1.com

When time plays with perspective

Limited to just 40 pieces, this pink-accented mechanical watch is a collaboration with German artist Daniel Engelberg.
exquisitetimepieces.com

A show of flowers

Enjoy sunshine, freedom and the joy of the bloom.
Photo: Valentina Locatelli, Unsplash

Playful pickups

In orange monogram canvas, this Shiba dog bag holder snaps open easily to refill. A clever gift for doggie fans.
Louis Vuitton

 

 

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