Architecture Combating Urban Heat Islands in the UAE through Passive Design Strategies As global temperatures rise, the urban heat island (UHI) effect becomes increasingly pronounced, especially in hot climates like those of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). These climates, characterized by high temperatures, low humidity, and scarce rainfall, pose unique challenges for building design and urban planning. To address these challenges, buildings By IP Staff • 3 min read
Interiors Designing Dreams: Aliya Khalfetdinova Discusses Trends, Timelessness, and Client-Centered Design Aliya Khalfetdinova, founder of AX INTERIORS, has been transforming living spaces worldwide for over five years. In this interview, she shares her insights on modern minimalism, timeless design, and the importance of client collaboration in creating elegant, functional, and technologically advanced interiors. AX INTERIORS studio has completed projects in many By IP Staff • 3 min read
flos.com Interiors Black is Always a Good Idea Black is classic, ageless, timeless, bold, stylish, and sophisticated – a color that never goes out of fashion. Let's remember some quotes about the color black: "I love black because it affirms, designs, and styles. A woman in a black dress is a pencil stroke." -Yves Saint By Natalia Nova • 2 min read
Jewelry Lux and Bouji: jewellery gifts for HER Choosing a gift is, perhaps, the most difficult and energy-consuming task. But everything is much simpler if you choose this gift for your beloved woman - mother, lover or sister. After all, as the legendary song says: “Diamonds Are Girls' Best Friends”. And to make it even easier for By Liza Epifanova • 4 min read
porsche.com Product design Luxury on Wheels: Cutting-Edge Innovations from Luxury Brands 31 октября 2024 Porsche 911 Carrera T A new lightweight sports car designed for enhanced driving dynamics, featuring reduced weight, sport-tuned suspension, and aggressive performance. The 2024 model offers a minimalist interior, improved aerodynamics, and a turbocharged flat-six engine, ensuring thrilling power and precision with advanced connectivity and By IP Staff • 3 min read
Stephan Julliard Interiors Minimalism Meets Luxury: Redefining Elegance in Design In a world where less is more, and smart consumption is at the forefront, luxury minimalism in interior design emerges as a symphony of sophistication and serenity. It elevates minimalism to an art form, where each element tells a story of intentional beauty and uncompromising quality. Understanding and embracing this By IP Staff • 3 min read
Photo by Mohammed Alqarni / Unsplash Jewelry Lux and Bouji: jewelry gifts for HER Choosing a gift is, perhaps, the most difficult and energy-consuming task. But everything is much simpler if you choose this gift for your beloved woman - mother, lover or sister. After all, as the legendary song says: “Diamonds Are Girls' Best Friends”. And to make it even easier for By Natalia Nova • 3 min read
Art & Collectibles Exploring Humanity: Noah Davis’ Largest Retrospective at DAS MINSK DAS MINSK KUNSTHAUS PRESENTS THE LARGEST INSTITUTIONAL RETROSPECTIVE TO DATE OF AMERICAN PAINTER NOAH DAVIS On View: September 7, 2024 – January 5, 2025 May 14, 2024 (Potsdam, Germany) – The DAS MINSK Kunsthaus in Potsdam is presenting the most extensive institutional survey to date of the late artist Noah Davis (1983- By IP Staff • 2 min read
Interiors Innovative Airport Design: Marseille Provence's New Terminal Extension “Our terminal extension in Marseille is inspired by the clarity of Fernand Pouillon’s original work – we continue the main space of the concourse and the structural rhythm of the façade to future-proof the airport for the decades to come.” - Norman Foster, Founder and Executive Chairman, Foster + Partners The By IP Staff • 3 min read
Precision and Prestige: The Role of Luxury Watches in Global Sports Sponsorships Luxury watch brands have long been synonymous with performance, precision, and exclusivity. Nowhere is this more evident than in the world of elite sports, where timepieces represent more than just craftsmanship—they symbolize the values that high-performance athletes strive to embody. As we move through 2024, the landscape of By IP Staff • 4 min read
Hotels A Journey Through Time: The Kairali Ayurvedic Group's Legacy of Wellness "Live quietly in the moment and see the beauty of all before you. The future will take care of itself." - Paramahansa Yogananda Nestled in the verdant landscape of Palakkad, Kerala, the Kairali Ayurvedic Group stands as a beacon of holistic wellness, steeped in over a century of Ayurvedic By Clement Colladant • 5 min read
Events & Society Innovative and Sustainable Solutions Shine at LUXE PACK Monaco 2024 The 35th edition of LUXE PACK Monaco, held from September 30 to October 2, 2024, once again solidified its reputation as a global hub for luxury packaging innovation. With over 450 exhibitors from more than 30 countries and approximately 10,000 visitors, this year’s event highlighted cutting-edge advancements By IP Staff • 3 min read