Ben Davis
Best of all worlds: Osaka Expo 2025
Japan has taken up the mantle for Expo 2025, showcasing the design world’s brightest ideas.
Ways of seeing: Six must-visit exhibition spaces from South Korea to Switzerland
A cross-continental tour of notable new galleries, innovative art museums and celebrated fairs, meeting people whose passion for bringing art into the public domain is reflected in the trailblazing nature of their venues.
What makes a great leader? Five business minds share their vision
We crisscross the globe to discuss sustainability, delivering growth, nurturing innovation and the meaning that we derive from our working lives.
Design round up: The new Finnair lounge at Helsinki Airport, Japanese townhouses and more
Finnair commissioned Helsinki-based designer Joanna Laajisto to create a new 440-seat Finnair lounge at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The recently opened space, which is located on the Schengen side, is influenced by Finnish nature and features local…
Paris 2024 Olympics: Athlete profiles
As the summer Games approach, we speak to seven contenders about their unique journeys to Paris 2024.
A peek into ‘snack bars’: The hidden gem of Japan’s nightlife
A home from home for salarymen seeking bonhomie or a late-night drink, ‘sunakku’ has been a fixture of Japanese nightlife. But as these intimate spaces dwindle in number, how will their legacy evolve?
How Nakijin Tsuwabuki creates a unique destination rooted in natural landscape
Amid the forested mountains of Japan’s southernmost prefecture, an exclusive villa welcomes a single group of guests each night.
Starting the ascent
The first stage of Azabudai Hills, a sprawling ‘city within a city’ in the Japanese capital, is open. We explore its shops, which offer everything from fashion to furniture, and see how the mixed-use…
