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Inside Haveli Barood Khana, a 400-Year-Old Lahore Home Still Lived In Today
Tucked within Lahore's Walled City in Pakistan, Mian Yousuf Salahuddin has spent a lifetime reviving his ancestral haveli – preserving centuries of history not as a monument, but as a home

Maggie Otieno Turns 150-Year-Old Railway Sleepers Into Monumental Sculptures
As the Kenyan artist prepares for her first solo exhibition in Dubai with Efie Gallery, she opens the doors to her Nairobi studio and the reclaimed materials that shape her monumental sculptures
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23 Vintage World Cup Photos from Middle East and North Africa Football History
The World Cup's expansion to 48 teams marks a new chapter for the region. To mark the occasion, we look back at the moments that paved the way

Mark Grattan Turned a Brooklyn Rental Into His Own Design Universe
Leopard-print walls, cherry-red bathrooms, handcrafted furniture and one very content Himalayan cat define the designer's craft-led maximalist home

Three Takeaways From Venice Biennale 2026, Through the Lens of the Gulf Pavilions
From national representation and shipping challenges to Qatar's debut and Saudi Arabia's standout presentation, these are the Venice Biennale 2026 conversations defining the moment
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Motoring
Etihad Rail Passenger Trains UAE Guide: Tickets, Routes, Stations and Journey Times
The UAE's first inter-emirate passenger train is now running. Here's everything you need to know about Etihad Rail
By Amy Bradford

Travel
Aman Sveti Stefan, the Adriatic Retreat Loved by Marilyn Monroe, Is Reopening
From Marilyn Monroe’s 1950s playground to a modern billionaire hideaway, Aman Sveti Stefan returns with a new compromise for locals and luxury travellers alike
By Kieron Marchese

Real Estate
Where Does Lionel Messi Live? Inside the Homes of Football's Record-Tying World Cup Hero
Fresh from a history-making FIFA World Cup 2026 hat-trick that saw him equal the tournament's all-time scoring record, the Argentina captain owns homes across Spain, Argentina and the United States
By Katie Schultz
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Architecture & Interiors

An Architect's Home in Amman Reimagines Jordan's Architectural Heritage
Built using "orphan stones" from lost buildings, the residence is a tribute to the country's heritage

This Marbella Home Was Nearly Stripped of Its Arches – Instead, They Became Its Defining Feature
When Antonio Montilla renovated Casa Marbs, the home's original arches were almost removed. Keeping them ultimately shaped everything from the layout to the atmosphere of the interiors

Inside the Obama Presidential Center: Chicago's New Community-Focused Landmark
Opening in Chicago’s Jackson Park, the Obama Presidential Center reimagines the presidential library as a cultural campus complete with a museum, public library, performance spaces and major art commissions

This Quirky Paris Apartment Was Designed for Art, but Also for What Comes Next
For two art collectors whose grown children had left home, Sophie Dries transformed this Paris triplex into a space where even the fireplace, staircase and bookshelves are works of art

A Coastal Retreat in Umm Al Quwain That Refuses To Give Away the Ending
Along the serene coastline of the emirate, Frangipani House plays out like a cinematic sequence of sea, shadow and shelter
Inspiration

Luxury Gym Equipment Now Includes Designer Dumbbells and Crystal Kettlebells
Dior's new Haute Wellness collection is the latest sign that wellness has become luxury's newest design frontier. From Louis Vuitton dumbbells to Swarovski-encrusted kettlebells, these are the brands turning workout equipment into objects of desire

Palm Springs Midcentury Modern Home Gets a Playful, Colour-Filled Makeover
A disco ball and neon lighting, complemented by bright pop colours and psychedelic motifs – this joyful, vibrant home has everything it needs to blend fun with high style

Why Inflatable Furniture Is the Design World's Most Unexpected Obsession This Year
The trend isn’t as frivolous as looks might suggest
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How Photographer Yassine Sellame Is Documenting Morocco's Skate Scene
Through film photography, Sellame traces the communities, friendships and urban landscapes that have shaped a generation of Moroccan skaters
News & Views

Motoring
Princess Diana's Cars: The Royal Family's Most Iconic Vehicles, From Her Ford Escort to King Charles's Aston Martin
On Princess Diana's birthday, revisit the remarkable cars driven by the British royal family, including the Ford Escort and Mercedes that became part of her legacy

Home Tours
The Mountain Home Keeping One of Lebanon's Greatest Artistic Legacies Alive
In the hills above Beirut, a home and museum become two chapters of a mother and daughter's story

Real Estate
Where Does Erling Haaland Live? Inside the Football Star's Homes as Norway Reaches the World Cup Last 16
As the Norwegian Manchester City striker returns to the spotlight at the FIFA World Cup, revisit the homes that chart Erling Haaland’s rise from football prodigy to global superstar

Culture & Lifestyle
2026 July Horoscope: Tarot Forecasts for All 12 Signs, Plus Design Tips To Attract Good Luck This Month
July is guided by The Devil tarot card. Discover how its message shapes your love, career, health and money.
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Travel
The World's Most Secret Hotels: Hidden Escapes Few Travellers Know About
Small in scale but rich in character, these discreet retreats offer fewer rooms, fewer guests and a far greater sense of discovery

Travel
Le Sirenuse Is Taking La Dolce Vita Beyond Positano With a New Beach Club
At 75, Positano legend Le Sirenuse is entering a new era, opening a beach club in nearby Nerano
Travel
All Aboard: Aroya Cruises Celebrates Saudi Art and Design at Sea
Between sunsets, sea views and long Mediterranean voyages, Aroya Cruises offers plenty of reasons to stay on board

Real Estate
Where Does Novak Djokovic Live? Inside His Homes Around the World
As Novak Djokovic returns to Wimbledon in pursuit of a record-tying eighth title, revisit the luxury properties that chart his remarkable career

Products
Can Collectible Design Make a Home Feel Personal? This Nomadic Designer Thinks So
Jorge Suárez Kilzi transforms a lifetime of movement into handcrafted objects that quietly speak of care, memory, and belonging

Home Tours
This Dubai Villa Is Filled With A Lifetime of Design Lessons
Kate Instone’s Al Barari villa is shaped by memory, instinct and a designer’s discerning eye