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Perched way up high

Designed by Formafatal studio, Achiote Jungle Villas are minimalist, glass encased tree houses in the rainforests of Costa Rica. The property has only two adult-only retreats, casa Nefrit and casa Jaspis.

Jump in the East River’s new pool

Shaped like a giant plus sign, this enormous floating swimming pool started as just a concept over a decade ago.

Doggie on-the-go

Leash, collar, doggie bags and now, backpack. Luxury leather brand Tsuchiya Kaban has just created another accessory that dog owners will want to add to their collection. This stylish carry-all for all your pup’s essentials.

‘Notched up’ houseboating

Looking to make life on the water more comfortable, Florida-based Reina Boats upgrades the traditional houseboat into a luxury vessel made for both cruising and living. Sustainability, technology and style make for a modern twist.

Save the Kākāpō

These large, ground-dwelling, flightless parrots were once widespread across New Zealand. Hunted to near extinction, these unique birds are slowly bouncing back thanks to a highly specialised conservation effort. 

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The Meandering Epicurist

Aline Nasseh Chocolatier A former pastry chef from Brazil, Aline is the Jackson Pollock of chocolate. But perhaps that’s not surprising given her heritage and background. Her intricate splattered and splashed vibrant tropical colours probably owe a debt to her

Top Uses for Your Spare Room:

You Can Transform Your Extra Space into Something Extraordinary. Ah, the spare room. That mysterious, oft-forgotten space that somehow ends up becoming a dumping ground for all the random things you can’t quite figure out what to do with. You

Field Notes

Fit like Ronaldo? Erakulis is his new app Think this Portuguese footballer is in fantastic shape all round? Now it’s your turn to let him and his team help you in breaking bad habits, improving your focus and getting mind

Overheard

Saudi Arabia’s Dream of the Desert  Running north from the capital city of Riyadh to Al Qurayyat, on the border  of Jordan the Dream of the Desert, will be the Kindgom’s first luxury train. Covering 770 miles, the train will

Bella Cucina says splurge…

Classic charm goes minimalist  Asolo’s long island has capacious units on either end with open shelving in a lacquered open-pore Cuba finish. arredo3.com   5 tips to get the look: For some its’ extravagant. For other’s it’s a small daily

HF Spa Diaries

Affordable ‘tweakments’ The fear of negative outcomes or medical complication, along with the desire for frequent uplifts, has caused a surge in demand for non-surgical cosmetic treatments. Once the secret of the rich and famous, there’s now a swath of