Lifestyle

Seas the opportunity

Discover what could quite possibly be the most discreet, liberating and rewarding holiday you will ever have

A century of dreaming

Despite never taking interest in commercial success, Carl-Henning Pedersen produced a vast and compelling body of work in his lifetime: worthy of a centenary show, finds Jo Caird

Fjord eyes only

In Oslo’s most cutting edge district, Shard-designer Renzo Piano has created a fresh home for the Astrup Fearnley Museet. Jo Caird discovers what the new-look museum has to offer

The diamond standard

From humble beginnings to revolutionary and unique designs, the Dayekh family are out to prove that diamonds are indeed forever

Flights of fancy

Private jets are the ultimate means of travel, in the least possible time, in the greatest comfort. Fleur Kinson looks at why many companies are purchasing private air space

Disneyland for grown-ups

Disneyland Paris is not only a great family destination, it is a state-of-the-art business destination, equipped with cutting-edge professional facilities

Rolling in the money

As the Rolling Stones celebrate their 50th anniversary, Jules Gray asks how this group of troublemaking rock stars managed to revolutionise the music business

Into unknown lands

Paul Gauguin has long been regarded as a leading modernist. Here we look at why he wasn’t fully appreciated until after his death

The art of luxury

It’s widely appreciated that many French designers savour timeless elegance and adopt a chic style – which has inspired a way of life for fashion collectors. Born in 1970s France by the young entrepreneur Alain Schimel – who adored the beautiful leatherwork of the Italian tailor Teofilo Zilli, he invested in a workshop in Lyon. […]

Reaching new heights

From humble beginnings, Bugarri shoes has grown from a small business venture, to standing tall in the ruthless consumer market today

Books: Chapter and verse

Our selection of page-turners brings you the best recently released business, finance and lifestyle books. The gospel according to the finest authors on the market

Sistine Madonna turns 500

Jo Caird on the legacy of Raphael’s masterpiece, which is being celebrated in Germany, and highlights some exhibitions of note around Europe this season

Designer shades at home

Many luxury brands dream of conquering the world and reaching out to as many consumers as possible – Cutler and Gross is not one of them, says Emma Holmqvist

Northern Irish renaissance

Failing to qualify as the European Capital of Culture in 2008 has done wonders for Belfast’s art scene and the benefits can be seen in the Metropolitan Arts Centre

Maserati go on global offensive

Maserati has set out an aggressive strategy, with plans to double its worldwide dealer network by the end of 2013

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