Who? John Grindrod
What? Post-war Britain is not the poster child for fine architecture but in Concretopia, John Grindrod charts how the country moved away from crumbling buildings to avant garde designs. By exploring well-known landmarks and meeting pioneering architectures, the journey of change, renewal and innovation is brought to life.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Mobiado What? Luxury mobile phone brand Mobiado has recently released their latest designs – the Mobiado one-77. The new phone combines a Swiss-made mechanical watch with the classic Mobiado phone to create a hybrid of traditional and modernity. Adding to its kudos is 235 Carats of sapphire crystal and 24-Carat gold or rhodium plating, available in English or Cyrillic keypad. When? Available now Where? Retailer list available on www.mobiado.com How? Visit website for more information
Who? Mango Bikes What? Purveyors of quirky bikes should look out for Mango Bikes. The company allows you to customise your own bike with bright neon colours and different components before being put together for you and delivered to your door. There are of course pre-built models available too. Prices start from £269. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.mangobikes.co.uk How? Visit website for more information
Who? Linea What? Make a subtle division in your home by connecting up a few of these Sanctuary decorative panels from Linea. A bit like solid lace, they separate a room while adding visual interest. Alternatively, line them up against the wall and frame them like art. Priced at £25 each. Other colours and designs are also available. When? Available now Where? Available online from House of Fraser How? Buy now from House of Fraser
Who? Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp What? In celebration of the 350th anniversary of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, the Antwerp Academy, MoMu, MAS, the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and Antwerpen Open have joined forces to create a new exhibition. Entitled “Happy Birthday Dear Academie”, the exhibition will feature highlights of fashion and visual arts and will comprise of a number of events and smaller exhibitions. When? Until 31st January 2014 Where? Around the city of Antwerp, Belgium How? For more information, see www.happybirthdaydearacademie.be Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Inside Japan What? To explore Japan’s natural art trails and take advantage of the Setouchi Triennale Arts Festival, Inside Japan have put together a tour for the event. You can travel on a ten-night ‘Art Island’ self-guided package, including 10 nights’ accommodation, all domestic transport, Setouchi Triennale Arts Festival Pass and private guide in Kyoto. Priced at £1,439 per person, excluding flights to Japan. When? 20th July to 1st September Where? Departure by arrangement How? Visit www.insidejapantours.com for more information Fly via British Airways
Who? Life in Luxury What? Here at Life in Luxury we’ve been working hard up to and after our birthday on bigger and better things (you may have noticed our sponsored video series last week). It’s with great pleasure therefore, for us to announce that we have a new section of the website: Luxury Offers. And just in time for Cyber Monday. There, you will find the latest offers and news from our partners. Bear with us however, on the number offers available as, like us, it’s still young. When? Available now Where? Luxury offers are available at offers.lifeinluxury.co.uk How? Simply click Luxury offers
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