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Design pick: Lismore Connoisseur range from Waterford Crystal
Who? Waterford Crystal What? Waterford Crystal has recently launched the new Lismore Connoisseur range, designed with the modern whisky drinker in mind. There are four different shapes available, each fine-tuned to the way that one might drink whisky. For example, the Flared Sipping Tumbler has a rounded bowl to warm and swirl the whiskey, a pinched middle to concentrate the bouquet, and a flared opening that releases the aromas. Priced at £120 for a set of four mixed tumblers. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Waterford Crystal How? Buy now from Waterford Crystal
Hotel and art merge in Adelaide
Who? Majestic Minima Hotel What? The Majestic Minima Hotel in Adelaide has undergone a transformation with the help of South Australian artists. Each of its 46 rooms were redesigned by the artists using their personal styles. Guests can expect to find anything from street art to tactile installations in the rooms. Rooms start from AUD $99 per night. When? Open now Where? 146 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide, South Australia 5006 How? For more information, see www.majestichotels.com.au
South Place, a design hotel
Who? South Place Hotel What? Few hotels in the City of London are as design-led as D&D’s South Place Hotel. The 80 bedroom luxury hotel is designed by Allies and Morrison with interiors by Conran + Partners, taking inspiration from all aspects of London life. Specially commissioned art and installations can be found throughout the hotel’s public areas and suites. When? Open now Where? 3 South Place, London EC2M 2AF www.southplacehotel.com How? Reservations are available online Ten photos from South Place Hotel
Zagreb gets Croatia’s first motor museum
Who? Ferdinand Budicki What? The city of Zagreb will soon open Croatia’s first motor museum, named Ferdinand Budicki after the man who bought the first car into the country. The museum will feature over 50 classic cars and motorcycles. The museum will also exhibit car related photographs, organize mechanics workshops, film projections and other events around the history car culture in Croatia. When? Opens 29th June Where? Ulica kneza Ljudevita Posavskog 48, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia How? Visit www.otk-ferdinandbudicki.hr for more information
Home pick: Hand-woven cloche and tray from The White Company
Who? The White Company What? Take advantage of what little good weather we have by enjoying a spot of al fresco dining at home – even if it’s nothing more than cheeses, crackers and wine. We love this rustic looking hand-woven rattan cloche and tray from The White Company. You can stack up light bites inside and keep those pesky insects at bay until you’re ready to feast. Priced at £55. When? Available now Where? Available online from The White Company How? Buy now from The White Company
Walnut is the new wood for Finlay & Co sunglasses
Who? Finlay & Co What? Purveyors of handmade wooden sunglasses Finlay & Co are adding to their collection of shades with a new wood – walnut. The warm walnut wood will be fashioned into Finlay & Co’s classic styles, Ledbury and Bosworth. The designs are also available in zebrano, rosewood and ebony. Finlay & Co sunglasses start from £105. When? Available now Where? Available online at www.finlayandco.com How? Visit website for more information
