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    SAN FRANCISCO: CLIFT HOTEL

    July 12, 2018 - By 

      LEAVE YOUR HEART IN SAN FRANCISCO The CLIFT is a centrally located historic boutique hotel in the heart of San Francisco. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, this Philippe Starck designed accommodation, is a singular experience and a cornerstone of this beloved city. The soaring lobby features one of the most eclectic furniture collections in all of California, including chairs from Ray and Charles Eames, a coffee table by Salvador Dali, and a surreal stool inspired by René Magritte.   The color palette that Starck used was a vision created from the city itself. The soft lavender tone…

  • Gate 5 special commission for Design Miami/Basel: Mandala by Johanna Grawunder
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    PREVIEW: DESIGN/MIAMI BASEL

    June 11, 2018 - By 

    This week one of the most prestigious and important art events will be taking place at the DESIGN/MIAMI BASEL exhibition, June 12-17 in Basel Switzerland. Here is a preview of some of the most eye-catching and poignant pieces on display. TO LEARN MORE VISIT: DESIGN MIAMI/BASEL Featured Image: Gate 5 Gallery special commission for Design Miami/Basel: ‘Mandala’ by Johanna Grawunder Photo Credits: Nilufar, Hostler Burrows, Demisch Danant, Ammann Gallery, Guistini Stagetti, Cristina Grajales Gallery, Gate 5 Gallery SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST FOR MORE LUXURY TODAY!  YOU WOULD ALSO ENJOY NEW YORK PALACE HOTEL                 …

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    TRAVEL: BAROS DREAMS

    May 2, 2018 - By 

    It’s Not A Mirage, It’s The Maldives Have you ever dreamed of racing a pod of dolphins in your personal sailboat somewhere off in the Indian Ocean? Maybe after a few competitive rounds you shimmy into your diving suit and with a deft roll off of the boat’s hull you splash into the blue waters that are the perfect shade of heaven, the air bubbles fizz and rise up around you like you just jumped into a glass of champagne as you swim lower into the sea in search of the legendary botanical gardens of the undersea variety. Coral reefs…

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    FERRARI: PORTOFINO

    April 8, 2018 - By 

    Making its Australasian debut the new Ferrari Portofino unveiled itself along the breathtaking coastline of Byron Bay; under the stars and surrounded by them. The glamorous guests, which included Australian model Erin Holland and Australian actor David Berry from Outlander, enjoyed an evening of ‘barefoot luxury’ at the exclusive Elements of Byron Resort & Spa where they were treated to champagne and canapes, dinner, an action packed drum performance complete with flame throwers and the highly anticipated unveiling of the Ferrari Portofino on the sand. The Ferrari Portofino is the new V8 GT ready to dominate the market due to its streamlined…

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    MISHA: ELEVATING SPACES

    March 22, 2018 - By 

    Misha Wallpaper recently showcased their new collection of hand painted wallpaper, called Tour des Voyages during the Maison & Objet International Fair. Their incredible attention to detail, artistic talent, and an eye for setting the scene create an intoxicating atmosphere where the provocative seeds of wanderlust are sure to take place as they turn empty walls into the magical pages of a story book, inspired by the greatest explorers in history, Marco Polo and Matteo Ricci. They also showcased The Spice Route, which travels the path of the Portuguese from Latin America to South Africa and onward to India and Indonesia. The design,…

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    MEET THE DESIGNER: CUIXU

    February 25, 2018 - By 

    You’ve seen her work on the runways of New York City. Her accessories embellished the creations of designers and are the finishing touch to the models before the flashing lights of the catwalk. New York based Chinese accessories designer Cui Xu, has spent years perfecting her craft and recently began building her personal brand of sophisticated, feminine and unique wardrobe must-haves such as; chokers, handbag, and shoes. We had the opportunity to chat with Xu and explore her journey and her latest collection. Obviously you’re a very creative person, what inspired you to channel your art into fashion and accessories? As…

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    MILAN DESIGN WEEK: GAME ON

    February 23, 2018 - By 

    Fuorisalone has taken this year’s most important design week, the Milan Design Week, in a fun and whimsical direction that not only highlights the incredible event but also allows everyone around the world to experience Italy’s playful side. To celebrate their 15th anniversary Fuorisalone.it has created a unique and fun board game that commemorates the their beloved, chaotic, and inspired event that means so much to them; and the board game is the perfect way to do that as it brings people together to experience and indulge in what they love, wherever they are, much like the design week itself. “Our objective…

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    DEMISCH DANANT: NARRATIVES ON VIEW

    February 18, 2018 - By 

    Demisch Danant opens the year with a view to explore more than the visual aspect of art and goes deeper into the meaning and importance of each unique piece. 2018 is the year of ‘Narratives’, an exploration of the stories behind the art and why they have been chosen. Whether the work is a turning point for the designer’s career, represents new innovation in technology and material – or is just a beautiful object, there is a singular begging to be told.   Narratives   1.  a spoken or written account of connected events; a story. 2.  the practice or art…

  • APOLLO AND ARTEMIS DIAMONDS twin fancy colored diamonds of 14.54 cts and 16 cts, respectively, sold for $57 million at Sotheby’s Geneva auction in May. Photo courtesy of Sotheby’s
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    REVIEW: TOP DIAMOND AUCTIONS

    February 8, 2018 - By 

    In the world of scintillation and fire, colored diamonds proved to be the most crave-able treasures at the auction block during 2017. This past year saw an impressive $1.1 billion worth of exceptional top-tier diamonds, colored gems and jewelry sold. Clearly the most sought after pieces were large, luscious and so very rare pink and blue diamonds, however there were also a few stellar D-Flawless diamonds that rounded out the party. Here is a look at the top earning jewels of the year. The grand prize went to a Hong Kong retail jewelry chain, Chow Tai Fook. The retailer scooped up the…

  • Zoe Saldana plays Mia Parc in the Campari Red Diaries Legend of Red Hand short movie, pictured wearing Fendi Red Boots and Vhernier Plissé bracelet in satin rose gold, with a Shaken Campari cocktail. Image by Matteo Bottin
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    CAMPARI: RED DIARIES

    February 2, 2018 - By 

    The iconic Italian favorite, Campari, has created a mysterious and cheeky short film that capitalizes on the brand’s element of their secret recipe and the curious minds of those who have become intoxicated by its complex flavor. Zoe Saldana plays the ever elegant and inquisitive protagonist on the hunt for who is behind the mystery of the ‘Red Hand’ mixologist, a scarlet latex gloved mixing master who lives in the shadowy background of the most exclusive club in Europe. An unexpected tryst occurs with her co-star, Italian actor Adriano Giannini, and both play their part beautifully as directed by Italian director Stefano Sollima. Evolving Campari’s ethos…