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As Matisse welcomes global icon of Italian design, Gessi, to the fold, we share the must-have pieces that will instantly elevate your bathroom

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This season, Milan proved that luxury and playfulness can coexist — see the most showstopping looks from the Milan Fashion Week runways 

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Discover Swiftsure Vineyards — a new South Island collection from the makers of Man O’ War

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From underground sensation to global icon, we look at the life & work of the world’s hippest DJ, Peggy Gou

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Originally from Nové Zámky, Slovakia, Peter Zahradnik grew up immersed in hospitality, with his earliest lessons coming from his father’s restaurant kitchen. Seven years on from making New Zealand home, he now runs the bar at @firstmates.lastlaugh.akl, bringing a distinctly European sensibility to one of Auckland’s most beloved waterfront spots.

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Perched above the Mediterranean in Sotogrande, TAI Perched above the Mediterranean in Sotogrande, TAI Villa is a serene study in considered living. @ark.architects' sculptural design, defined by natural light, stone, and wood, is complemented by @molteniandc's timeless furnishings throughout. The Marteen sofa, Cinnamon armchair, and Porta Volta chair are among the pieces that bring warmth to this elevated Andalusian sanctuary.⁠
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Craving Vietnamese? From Hanoian classics to the p Craving Vietnamese? From Hanoian classics to the perfect bánh mì, Auckland's scene is as good as it gets and we've done the fieldwork to prove it. Head to the link in our bio for the full guide.
At @coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Maze At @coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Maze by @sabine_marcelis ignites in desert hues. Red, orange, yellow, a gradient that mirrors the landscape it was born from. Commissioned by @publicartcompany and shaped by the contours of the California high desert, its walls provide shade as the sun shifts and sculptural benches in matching sunset tones invite you to slow down.
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