A Surrealist “Cloud” Packed With Delicate Florals and Glassworks
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Instagram Is Fueling a Lucrative Tattoo Tourism Industry
Tattoo artists with massive social media followings have been attracting eager clients from around...
Thoughtfully Made Furniture That Celebrates African Artisans
Plus, a Lisbon convent reborn as a quaint hotel, Ricardo Bofill’s emerald-hued sanctum of...
A Bridal Boutique Rooted in Interstellar Minimalism
Plus, vivid majolica must-haves inspired by deep-sea creatures, a Tokyo-inspired record bar aglow...
A Warm, Unpretentious Wine Bar Wins Over Williamsburg
Plus, Cult Gaia goes to the beach, Zeng Fanzhi and Tadao Ando reunite in Venice, and more of the...
European Charm Abounds in Fishtown’s Hôtel Anna & Bel
Plus, an airy Saint-Germain flagship for L’Uniform, a dream house of delightfully surreal...
Moments of Intrigue Define This Moody Menswear Boutique
Plus, the Emory brings a lavish suite of suites to London, Sarah Ellison staples reimagined for the
A Thoughtful Stay Indulges Munich’s Wilder Side
Plus, London’s disco ball–endowed Cockatoo struts its stuff, art makes a slam dunk at Intuit...
In Denver, the World’s Most Brutalist Restaurant
The architectural style’s core tenets inform just about every aspect of Brutø, from a...
Where to Stay in the Côte d’Azur’s Flourishing Hotel Scene
Time-tested châteaus, cloistered getaways, and Michelin-grade culinary programs are just a few of...
With a New Showroom, Nordic Knots Returns to Its Roots
Plus, neon nostalgia lights up a psychedelic roller rink in Brooklyn, a streetwear stalwart’s...
A Cantina Takes Shape in Tony Members Club Annabel’s
Plus, The Row’s breezy entry into Amagansett, classic Bauhaus furniture in unexpected colors, and
A California Boutique Brings the Art of Hospitality to Wine Shopping
Plus, chawan tea bowls with Peter Shire’s flavor, Sasha Bikoff brings Sicilian exuberance to a...
A U.K. Staple of Slow Fashion Sets Up Shop in Brooklyn
Plus, Harry Nuriev aces a silvery ping-pong setup, a cave-like speakeasy in Mumbai’s chicest...
Chef Corey Lee and Hyundai Marry Korean Craft With the Future of Food
At the automaker’s innovation center in Singapore, the celebrated chef devises a tech-driven,...
A Lower East Side Gem Pops Up at Spring Place
Plus, Thom Browne’s exacting eyewear debut, Café Ginori’s object lesson in culinary high art...
The Loren at Lady Bird Lake Makes a Glamorous Entry in Austin
A bold fusion of Caribbean hospitality, Michelin-caliber dining, earth tones, and midcentury...
Artisan Wares and Art Deco Influences Collide at Campos Polanco
Behind its Mondrian-inspired doors lies an art gallery, goods from local makers, and a culinary...
Italy’s Midcentury Maestros Are Felt All Throughout Casa Brivio
Matteo Thun strikes the ambience of a well-heeled European apartment throughout the centrally...
More Reasons to Visit Miami’s Moore Building
The Moore Building has long anchored Miami’s Design District as a venue for big-ticket cultural...
In London, an Eccentric Boutique Hotel Shakes Up the Scene
Designer Martin Brudnizki fuses retro-glam, Jazz Age opulence, and coastal Italian vibes at...
In Sydney, a Swath of Suites Dare Guests to Expect the Unexpected
No two suites at The Darling are the same—and local designer Fender Katsalidis packed them full...
Villa Skärtofta Offers High Art and Haute Cuisine
The fanciful villa hotel Vår Gård’s new fine dining restaurant combines Italian influences with
The Aura of the Swiss Riviera Permeates Locke’s Latest
The European aparthotel brand’s winning recipe stuns in Zurich, where Sella Concept puts a...
In Istanbul, a New Restaurant Rounds Out a Michelin-Caliber Dining Scene
Located at the heart of a destination villa, Arkestra brings together velvety interiors with a...
Résidence Bouchardon Is Steeped in Seventies Eclecticism
Bernard Dubois leans into retro-cool elements over Beaux-Arts grandiosity for a transportive new...
At Trattoria del Ciumbia, Dimore Studio Travels Back in Time
The Milanese masters envisioned the new eatery as a stylish ode to the Brera district’s culinary...
Cúpla London Fashions a High Street Shop for Rixo
The womenswear label’s new Marylebone shop is awash in vivid hand-painted prints that complement...
You’ll Feel the Magic at Bruno Mars’ Suave New Cocktail Lounge
The superstar teams with Yabu Pushelberg on the Pinky Ring, a decadent new hideaway with a...
A Long-Awaited Hidden South American Gem Glistens in Singapore
Araya brings together the beauty of Chile’s landscapes with a mélange of flavors from cuisine...
At Rockefeller Center, Smith & Mills Proves Lightning Can Strike Twice
The Tribeca culinary fixture’s next chapter heads uptown in a much more spacious footprint that...
Nature Is Everywhere at Málaga’s Oasis-Like Nota Blu
From elaborate leafy arrangements to flooring that mimics a stone path, Astet Studio dials up the...
In London, a “Grand” Boutique Hotel Imbued With Coziness
The Grand Bellevue Hotel is a vision of warmth, styled after what Fabrizio Casiraghi imagines as...
Vincent Van Duysen Nods to Salvatore at Ferragamo’s Milan Boutique
Striking slabs of red marble—the late founder’s favorite color—and other bursts of color...
In Montreal’s Old Port, a Transportive Experience Awaits at Hayat
Ivy Studios channeled the beauty of the Syrian desert for the color-rich interiors of chef Joseph...
Breathing New Life Into the Bowery’s Best Bar
A subtle revamp by Home Studios gives The Wren, a beloved taproom in Manhattan’s East Village,...
A Historic Parisian Locale’s Culinary Makeover Heats Up
Situated in the courtyard of Paris’s Commerce Saint-Andrés, the newly opened Brasserie des Prés
Cult Gaia Makes a Meditative Entrance in Miami
With deft touches from design firm Sugarhouse, the ready-to-wear label’s latest boutique lets the
An Almaty Housing Block’s Makeover Into a History-Laden Café
NAAW Studio transforms a Soviet-era structure into a Scandi-inspired bakery that tastefully mixes...
Echoes of Past Lives Reverberate in This Light-Filled Brasserie
Studio Modijefsky’s clever interiors for Dordrecht eatery De Witt pay respect to its bygone days...
The Grande Dame of Carmel Gets a Golden Refresh
Post Company brings the sun-soaked La Playa Hotel into the present with warm touches and subtle...
This Mexico City Fragrance Boutique Is a Vivid Portal to the Forest
Xinú channels the richness of American botany with a secluded pavilion-like store set within a...
John Portman’s Legacy Lives On at This Charming San Francisco Hotel
Located in the heart of the city’s Financial District, the Jay subtly references both the late...
An Outpost of a 400-Year-Old Japanese Restaurant Unveils a Kaiseki Room in Manhattan
The omakase counter Kawachiya sits above the historic Nagoya-based Kawabun, a recent debut whose...
A Madrid Gem Store, Reborn As an Artisan Bakeshop
Plantea Estudio fashions Acid Shop into a sanctuary of a coffee shop with deep connections to its...
Japanese References Coalesce in Paris’s Serene Hotel Hana
Laura Gonzalez and Olivier Leone craft a five-star tribute to the neighborhood’s Japanese...
A Jewel-Box Omakase Spot Sets Up Shop in the East Village
With burled oak walls, a dazzling jade quartzite bar, and a hand-painted mural of bird feathers,...
Palau Fugit’s Contemporary Twist on a Palatial Stay
El Equipo Creativo restores a centuries-old Girona palace with an abundance of color and...
In Toronto, Daphne Takes Diners Down the Rabbit Hole
Studio Paolo Ferrari dreams up a welcome entry to the city’s burgeoning bistro scene with a...
Solar de Vila Meã Boasts the Best of Portuguese Craft Traditions
In the lush vineyards a short distance from Porto, Joana Aranha Studio restores a secluded...
Futurism and Flavor Await at Ichi Station Milan
An abundance of illuminated peach-toned glass accents courtesy of Masquespacio transports visitors...
In London, Meat the Fish Distorts All Sense of Time and Place
Teeming with nods to the outdoors, the Beirut-based destination for Mediterranean fare enters...
Beefbar Sets Sail to Doha’s Picturesque Seaside
Set within two transformed floors at the majestic Lusail Yacht Club, Riccardo Giraudi’s hit...
A Temple to 680-Year-Old Kaiseki Tradition Debuts in New York
Modellus Novus's sleek design scheme sets the stage for Hakubai's choreographic Japanese tasting...
Tara Bernerd Fills a Riviera Maya Hideaway With Artisan Wares
Mexico’s Riviera Maya has its share of accommodations both swaggering and rustic, but its latest,
Casa Alondra Takes Cues From Morelia’s Craft Traditions
Enclosed by the splendor and laid-back elegance of a 17th-century colonial mansion, the newly...
London’s Pavyllon Proves its Prowess with a Michelin Star
Less than a year after opening, chef Yannick Alléno's modern French concept at the Four Seasons...
The Faraway Hotel Marks a New Chapter for Martha’s Vineyard
Seamlessly blending midcentury flair with a relaxed vibe, the latest hotel from Workshop/APD pays...
The Hollywood Roosevelt’s Penthouses Enter a New Era
Interior designer Kevin Klein lends his refined touch to restoring some of the entertainment...
Saint Neri Salutes Buffalo’s Renaissance
Samuel Amoia and Michael Woltz return to their roots with a decadent cocktail lounge that captures...
At Hôtel Swexan, Kengo Kuma Does Dallas Right
The latest fixture in the city’s burgeoning Harwood District is a decadent fusion of Parisian...
In Fort Greene, Old European Influences Coalesce at Theodora
A sun-drenched bar, chef-owner Tomer Blechman’s fresh Mediterranean flavors, and a tasteful mix...
Two Parisian Restaurants Journey Into the Heart of Brazil
Oka and Fogo, the latest from Michelin-starred chef Raphael Rego, builds connections between the...
A Boutique Gem Made From the Mexican Terrain
Productora and Esrawe Studio infuse the picturesque Albor Hotel with nods to San Miguel de Allende,
An Art-Filled Café and Bar Arrive at the National Portrait Gallery
The London museum’s East Wing reopens after a three-year restoration with two lavish spots by Run
Mollie Aspen Taps Into an Unsung Bauhaus Legacy
With warm wooden touches and branding inspired by Anni Albers, the latest hotel by Post Company...
A Miami Icon Makes a Long-Awaited Debut in Sin City
A crack team of blockbuster hospitality partners, leading designers, and entertainment gurus team...
At Palmilla Cocina, Topographic Influences Abound
In sandstone-hued interiors drawing from the California Coast, the seaside cocina serves up...
Okta Bottles the Richness of Oregon’s Wine Country
The richness of the Willamette Valley coalesces in a warm trio of dining rooms where Michelin-star...
The Edition Makes a Sumptuous Splash in Singapore
Ian Schrager deploys his enviable mix of high-octane “wow” moments with subtle grandeur at his...
Portugal’s Algarve Region Stars at Newcomer Austa
Studio Gameiro’s beautifully tactile Austa brings a dynamic restaurant, coffee shop, and...
A Cozy New Tavern Luxuriates in Charleston’s Rich History
Method Studios transforms a private residence in historic Charleston into Lowland, a...
The Fifth Avenue Hotel Enchants a Gilded Age Mansion
With his signature maximalist flair and textural mélange, Martin Brudnizki forges feelings of...
In Athens, Gallina Gracefully Fuses Art and Gastronomy
An intoxicating fusion of art, design, and gastronomy is on the menu at Gallina, an intimate new...
Jac’s On Bond Remembers a Downtown Legend
Tucked away in a landmark NoHo townhouse is a sumptuous new bar by Gachot Studios that pays tribute
Dimore Remakes a Grande Dame
The Italian duo lends their artistic touch to sprucing up Caruso Nuovo, the historic Grand Hotel et
Tara Bernerd’s Rosewood Munich Captures Bavarian Culture
The globetrotting British designer lends her polish to a pair of carefully restored landmark...
Miami’s Next It Restaurant Makes a Grand Entrance
Power trio David Grutman, Tao Group Hospitality, and interior designer Ken Fulk join forces to...
The Lodge at Marconi Redefines a Storied Coastal Site
In the rolling hills of Northern California, Home Studios transforms the former home base of one of
Designing Delicious Saison
At the heralded restaurant in San Francisco, the singe of an open hearth is so transportive that it
In Hudson Yards, Major Food Group Serves Up the Second ZZ’s Club
After the first ZZ’s Club launched in the Miami Design District in 2021, a second arrives in New...
In Boston, a Cocktail Lounge Channels the Harvard Club
Studio Paolo Ferrari hearkens back to the early 20th century for The Long Bar, a suave lounge and...
Edition Hotels Plants a Flag in the Eternal City
Ian Schrager's boutique brand joins the spate of hotel debuts in Rome with its signature serene...
A Timeless Revival of the Café de Paris Monte-Carlo
After undergoing a 19-month metamorphosis by David Collins Studio, the historic brasserie reopens...
Talea’s Latest Taproom Is Rooted in West Village Lore
With nods to the neighborhood’s colorful roots, the female-owned brewery’s latest blush-toned...
Marcus Samuelsson and David Rockwell Debut a Dramatic Dining Room
The megawatt chef and prolific interior architect find harmony in Metropolis, a theatrical new...
A Maximalist Sanctuary Debuts in the City of Light
With Swedish designer Martin Brudnizki behind the aesthetic wheel and renowned chef Dominique Crenn
Jouin Manku Brightens Up One of Marrakech’s Most Coveted Stays
La Mamounia celebrates its centenary with total restorations of nine of the hotel’s most beloved...
Raffles London Opens in a History-Laden Former War Office
The Grade II–listed landmark that once housed Winston Churchill is reborn as a sumptuous hotel,...
Designing Delicious Cucina Alba
Since opening in 2022, Cucina Alba has struck a chord in New York City thanks to Chef Adam Leonti's
Meet the “Artsy Aristotle” Behind Greece’s Palatial Calilo Resort
Angelos Michalopoulos has transformed the island of Ios with six hotels and restaurants, none more...
A Tuscan Resort Inside a Medieval Village Gets a Modern Makeover
With a trio of design firms on its roster, the sprawling Toscana Resort Castelfalfi has unveiled a...
Designing Delicious: Dorian
Thanks to chef Max Coen and a crack team assembled from London's best restaurants, the Notting Hill
This Willy Wonka–Esque Machine Conjures Crafty Cocktails
At the Dispensary, the newest star of the celestial-themed Alchemist bar in Glasgow, a trio of...
An Oceanfront Retreat in Punta Mita Debuts with Cascading Pools and Local Huichol Flavors
Situated between the verdant cliffs of Punta de Mita, Susurros del Corazon blends the beauty of...
Designing Delicious: Shmoné
Israeli star chef Eyal Shani's market-fresh concept brings "funky disco fun" to Manhattan's...
Trending: Illustrated Restaurant Menus
Is the venerated printed menu back in fashion? As QR codes, those pixelated pawns of the pandemic...
Naviva Four Seasons Sets a New Standard for Going Off the Grid
Biophilic design, glamping-style tents, a directive to move at your own pace, and an adopted pig...
The Design Mind Behind Mexico’s Next Great Hotel Brand
Interior designer Paulina Morán brings a deep reverence for local culture to Chablé Hotels,...
This Hotel Is Purpose-Built to Solve Travel Woes—But You Can’t Stay There
With Skyview 6, a new hotel tailored for pilots and flight attendants, American Airlines takes a...
Designing Delicious: Una Pizza Napoletana
Thanks to his meticulous dough-making and allegiance to authentic ingredients, master pizzaiolo...
James Gardner on Gitano’s Bohemian Nomad-Meets-Fashion Vibe
A decade after launching in Tulum as a jungle-chic mezcal bar, Gitano has cultivated a lifestyle...
Surface x Dorsia Guide to F1 Miami Grand Prix
From AlphaTauri's VIP party at Fabel and Massimo Bottura’s pop-up extravaganza to Dorsia's Boia...
Designing Delicious: Hiyakawa
Inside one of Miami's preeminent sushi dens, an architectural space in the Wynwood Arts District...
The Bulgari Hotel Tokyo Glimmers Like a Pink Diamond
The lavish stay brings refined Italian touches to the crown floors of the Tokyo Midtown Yaesu...
Designing Delicious: Anajak Thai
A humble Thai food joint is one of the hottest tables in glamorous L.A. thanks to Justin...
Designing Delicious: Rosie’s
Helmed by Noma alum Akino West and his wife Jamila Ross, the outdoor-only brunch spot in Miami's...
Designing Delicious: MILA Omakase
Helmed by chefs Michael Michaelidis and Reiji Yoshizawa, the offshoot of the Miami Beach hot spot...
A Trio of Historic Charleston Buildings, Reimagined as a Modern Trattoria
Meyer Davis applies its tasteful touch to Sorelle, a multi-concept Italian restaurant, bar, and...
Miami’s New Clubstaurant Shakes Off The Cheesy Design Tropes
South African designer Tristan Du Plessis brings his tasteful touch to the rooftop aerie crowning...
Designing Delicious: LEV at Bistrot Leo
The Israeli culinary duo known as LEV brings their Jewish-Palestinean cuisine to a two-month...
Ethereal Skincare Destination Alexis Lauren Collective Debuts in Miami
Pairing medical-grade treatments with meditative aesthetics, Alexis Lauren Collective is elevating...
Designing Delicious: Krüs Kitchen and Los Felix
With a fierce dedication to indigenous agricultural practices and heirloom ingredients, an...
Sofia Serves Up a Plateful of Pink in Miami’s Design District
Studio Munge's high-gloss interiors set the stage for chef Daniel Roy's point-perfect Italian...
Five Design-Driven Portugal Hotels For Every Taste.
From the whitewashed villages of the Algarve to creative energy–filled Lisbon to the increasingly
At Central London’s Velvet Bar, Shrug Off the Cold With Cabaret and a Truffle Sazerac
Equal parts plush and glamorous, the history-laden spot soars with sumptuous touches while dishing...
Designing Delicious: Klaw Miami
Fresh king crab flown in from Norway, an elite heritage beef program, Martin Brudnizki's spruce of...
Mallorca’s Micro Personalities Come to Life at These New Hotels
The historic Balearic Island is showing off a modern edge with the arrival of a clean-lined beach...
The Tel Aviv Moment: Israel’s Cultural Capital Is Ready For Its Close-Up
Fueled by its Bauhaus legacy, world-class nightlife, and live-in-the-moment spirit, the city on...
Designing Delicious: Ernesto’s
At Ernesto's in New York City, the flavors and Art Nouveau motifs of San Sebastian bring the Basque
In Amsterdam, a Hyper Locavore Restaurant Masquerading as an Art Installation
Dining at Amsterdam’s new Capital Kitchen is like taking a trip into the eccentric mind of artist
Sushi Master Yoya Takahashi Ditches the Reverence of Omakase for Boisterous Izakaya Style
A look behind the curtain of the serene, Kyoto-style izakaya Kodo in L.A.'s Arts District, where...
In the Catskills, Minimalist Cabins and a Scandi-Style Spa Blend into Nature
The deluge of hotel openings in upstate New York continues unabated. On the site of a former...
Sawyer & Co. Imbues a Hotel with a Spirit Befitting the Home of the Blues
The 174-room Canopy Hilton Memphis aptly nods to the city's tradition of music studios, barbecue,...
An Exclusive First Look at Sean Brock’s Experimental Restaurant in Nashville
Upstairs from his hit restaurant Audrey, the chef is turning out a choreographed tasting menu...
Sommsation Champions Independent Wineries to New Audiences
The interactive wine tasting venture bridges the in-person experience with the ease of digital...
Inside Oslo’s Latest Cultural Draw, the Largest Museum in Scandinavia
The National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design includes highlights such as Edvard...
A Fixture of the Manhattan Hotel Scene Is Reborn With Big Bauhaus Energy
ModernHaus SoHo reflags neighborhood stalwart the James Hotel, replete with a gallery-worthy art...
David Rockwell Brings the Spirit of Broadway to the Civilian Hotel
After a prolific career in both stage and hospitality design, the architect's two worlds collide at
Cosmo in the Cosmos: Suborbital Space Lounge Set to Launch
Miami nightlife impresario David Gutman will design the hospitality experience aboard Spaceship...
Aspen Winter Hotspot Snow Lodge Ups its Art Game
With Incubus front man Brandon Boyd curating the art program, Surf Lodge's snowy satellite adds...
Lauded Mexican Chef Enrique Olvera Makes His L.A. Debut Inside a Converted Arts District Warehouse
Known for his seminal Mexico City dining room Pujol and two New York City standouts, Cosme and...
Illustrator Carlo Stanga’s Technicolor World
In the “I Am City” series, Carlo Stanga teams up with Moleskine to publish three visual essays...
The Best New Hotels of 2019
From Mexico to Macau, micro to massive, the Surface Travel Awards finalists in the hotel and resort
The Best-Designed Wellness Retreats of 2019
Otherworldly hot springs in China, a Medieval spa in Tuscany, and a marriage of Mexican and Asian...
The Candidates for The Best Cruise Ship of 2019 Share DNA, But Aim for Different Targets
Celebrity has produced two entries into the market—the Edge and the Flora—either of which could
NetJets Welcomes a New Addition to Its Fleet
The Cessna Citation Longitude arrives just in time to transport you to your latest cultural fix.
Take a Look at The Best New Luggage of The Year
Highlights from the latest crop of releases include a duffle designed by Marc Newson, a...
The 10 Best Travel Products of The Year
The standout offerings from 2019 include sunglasses with earphones, a self-cleaning bottle, and...
Trending: Daring Bar Design
The best new cocktail spots include a below-earth horticulturist's dream, an eerie moonlight...
These are the Standout Restaurant Openings of the Year
Whether it was light bites in a geodesic dome, dinner in an architectural wonder submerged into the
Announcing The Finalists for The 2019 Surface Travel Awards
From hotels to headphones, New York to the Maldives, these are the candidates for the best new...
Opening Shot: George Town’s Prestige Hotel
Set in a Malaysian UNESCO World Heritage Site, the indulgent destination offers guests a bit of...
Three Years After Her Death, Zaha Hadid’s Dubai Development Nears Completion
As the Opus prepares to open, we're afforded another look at the greatness and vision of the late...
Five Visions of the Airport of The Future Offer a New Challenge for the Industry
From a sky-scraping trophy to off-the-ground runways, the 2019 Fentress Global Challenge winners...
Opening Shot: A Vintage Water Pumping Station Becomes a Charmingly Modern Hotel
The Vipp Chimney House in Copenhagen makes a strong case for site reuse.
Opening Shot: The Fat Radish Welcomes a Sister in The South
The NYC farm-to-table favorite has opened a second location, this time under the hot southern sun.
In Midtown Atlanta, The Canopy by Hilton Hotels Channels Art to Soothe Weary Travelers
The Canopy by Hilton teams with Krause Sawyer to apply local creative influences to smart, restful...
This Father’s Day, Help Dad Release His Inner Burner
Send your pops to The Playa with this high-end camping equipment.
Now You Can Hit The Museum Between Airport Security and Your Gate
Turkish Airlines has just opened a modern-art gallery curated by Istanbul Modern in the business...
Future Island: How Richard Bailey Built Marlon Brando’s Vision into the World’s Most Luxurious Eco Resort
Five years into an extraordinary mission, The Brando’s Richard Bailey offers a new vision of...
Travel Accessories for The Design-Conscious Globetrotter
Take your carefully curated sensibilities on the road with you.
Up All Night at The Cosmopolitan Hotel
We spent 24 hours uncovering all the secrets of the glamorous, eclectic destination—human-sized...
Off-The-Grid Hotels With On-Point Aesthetics
These properties in some of the earth’s most remote locations prove you don’t have to sacrifice
Studio Visit: Anna Karlin
Studio Visit: Joe Doucet
The designer applies his strategic thinking to Montblanc's #MY4810 collection.
Louis Vuitton Created a Bespoke Case for Vermeer’s “The Milkmaid”
How do you move a 17th century oil painting from Amsterdam to Tokyo? Leave it to Louis.
The Photographer Who Escapes New York Without Leaving Her Studio
KangHee Kim’s collaged photographs double as portals to dreamy, unknown worlds.
Celebrating Our 2nd Annual Surface Travel Awards
Master of Ceremonies Camilla Deterre welcomed guests and presented the Surface Travel Awards.
A Tantalizing Tour Through South Carolina’s Lowcountry
The latest collection from online retailer Huckberry is presented in a high-touch travel journal...
2018 Surface Travel Awards Jury Day
Our judges gathered to choose the winners for the year’s best projects in the travel and design...
Watch Wednesday: 6 Luxurious Ways to Save Time
Deluxe cases designed to hold your prized watch collection safe and sound.
This Brooklyn Textile Designer Transforms Cotton Candy Sunsets into Spellbinding Patterns
A holiday in Morocco informed Shanan Campanaro’s new collection of wallpaper, Belgian linen,...
Does Luxury in Flight Exist Anymore?
A British writer laments the absurd aspects of modern-day commercial air travel, while longing for...
A Restful Staple of the Japanese Countryside, in Kinetic Tokyo
At Hoshinoya’s urban ryokan, the staff is outfitted in kimonos, rooms have shoji sliding doors,...
Designer of the Day: Alireza Razavi
The architect discusses creating design value, the key moment in a project, and why he collects art
Manhattan’s New Home for Sushi Purists
A boutique design studio infuses the Omakase Room by Tatsu with a subtle mix of color, scent, and...
Grizzly Bear’s Ed Droste Gets Weird in Tokyo
The mix of calm and craziness in Japan’s bustling capital enthralls the singer-songwriter.
Destination: Hong Kong
China’s global capital of commerce is alive with creative energy thanks to a flourishing...
Gardens in the Sky: WOHA’s Sustainable Architecture
The principals of the Singapore-based firm are determined to paint a tropical metropolis green.
Double Shot
The mezcal- and sherry-focused Jettison occupies a clandestine space in the back of Houndstooth.
Marcel Wanders’s Unfiltered Guide to Amsterdam
The famed Dutch designer offers a personal tour of his historic stomping grounds.
The Heir To P. J. Clarke’s and Corner Bistro
The spirit of classic New York pervades the West Village newcomer, The Spaniard.
The Warehouse Hotel Harkens Back to Singapore’s Seedier Times
This converted 19th century "godown" may look contemporary, but it hasn't completely shed its...
Top Chefs Take Over St. Moritz’s New Norman Foster-Designed Restaurant
The historic Kulm Hotel in the Swiss Alps goes cutting edge.
A 19th-Century Warehouse Finds New Life as a Sumptuous Eatery
Melbourne studio Biasol transforms a heritage-listed building into Clerkenwell Grind, a London...
Scotland Remake: The Century Bar
The Gleneagles Hotel’s hallowed drinking den gets primed for a new generation of travelers.
21c Hotels Brings Contemporary Art to the Heartland
Ten years after its conception, the irreverent hotel group has become an important ambassador for...
Trump’s Victory Hangs Over Summit at Sea
The election was inescapable at the floating conference.
San Francisco
Design heft and art world gravitas are giving the City by the Bay a new patina.
Maris Collective
A collection of boutiques with a sense of place.
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A selection from our team’s endless list of personal obsessions.
Asbury Park’s New Hotel Marks the Revival of a Boardwalk Town
In a strong vote of confidence for the Jersey Shore, The Asbury opens in a city ripe for...
New to Mumbai, The Legendary Gem Palace Keeps Up Its Gleaming Mystique
A family affair for 16 decades, the historically Jaipur-based Gem Palace has followed its current...
Restaurant of the Year? Le Coucou Opens in New York to Great Acclaim
On the ground floor of SoHo's 11 Howard hotel, the French bistro is a collaboration between Roman...
Insider: Gulla Jónsdóttir’s Guide to Iceland
The architect and designer loves the country’s seismic activity and sticks of licorice.
Richard Branson Takes Us Into Orbit
The eternal Virgin and restless billionaire is very close to commercializing space travel.
Havana Rising
After years of isolation, Cuba is catching up with the globalized world in unexpected ways.
Surface Celebrates Tumi’s 19 Degree Collection with an Intimate Dinner in New York
Object: Horizon Collection
A by-the-numbers assessment of a new product or accessory.
Six Stylish New Design Hotels in Paris
In the capital of France, boutique hotels have made a comeback. These are the best recent openings.
Carin Rodebjer Unveils a New Flagship in Stockholm
The sleek retail space celebrates the Swedish fashion designer’s female clientele.
A Philadelphia Bistro That Feels Like the Set of “Boardwalk Empire”
In Fishtown, a former whiskey factory is now the Italian restaurant Wm. Mulherin’s Sons.
Room Mate Giulia is a Hotel Worthy of Milan’s Fashionable Travelers
A longtime resident of the city, Patricia Urquiola looked to a midcentury Italian aesthetic for the
Essentials: September 2016
A selection from our team’s endless list of personal obsessions.
The Bugatti Chiron’s Beast Within
The latest model from the French carmaker balances earthshaking power with nimble elegance.
Century Bar Brings the Stadium Indoors
A new spot in Portland updates the no-frills sports dive with heritage wallpaper, mahogany...
Around the World with Louis XIII
The Grande Champagne label honors its place in the history of luxury travel with specially...
The Sri Lankan Escape on a Former Tea Estate
Nestled in the green, rolling terrain of the surrounding UNESCO-protected land, Santani, the...
Insider: Caterina Fabrizio’s Guide to Lake Como
The textile magnate tells us why her heart and history is inextricably tied to the region.
Dash Kitchen Is Here To Stay
Housed in a former printing house, the Turin restaurant has a post-industrial atmosphere that...
The Many Sides of Marriott’s Arne Sorenson
The Marriott International CEO has passed away at 62 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Here, a
Buck and Breck is Open When it’s Closed
The Berlin speakeasy tries to accommodate the few-too-many who are in on the secret.
World-Renowned Beefbar Opens in Hong Kong
The international high-end restaurant franchise, famed for its beef dishes, enters the city to an...
Turning a Carry-On into a Concept Store
The new travel brand, Away, opens a downtown New York shop inspired by two of the founders'...
Amsterdam’s Energetic, Paint-Splattered Cocktail Bar
Bar Basquiat is inspired by the legendary New York City painter, from the bright colors to the...
A Bistro Makeover in East London
A popular Hackney bistro tosses off it's Egyptian kitsch and focuses on serving great seafood in a...
The Faena Hotel Ushers in a New Era of South Beach Glamour
Argentinian developer Alan Faena raises the bar in the capital of over-the-top flash.
Sketches of Spain
A craftily conceived hotel arrival in Barcelona sits at the center of an artisan renaissance.
