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On the bustling Gran Vía, Philippe Starck's brainchild of immaculate design, Brach Madrid, lends its backdrop to a Spanish romance with guests as protagonists

From rattan benches to vintage bistro sets and cheerful sofas, here’s the best outdoor furniture to make the most of your patio, garden or balcony

We profile the powerhouse families of Italian furnishing, uncovering the secrets of their legacies and stamina

TEFAF (The European Fine Art Fair) has returned to its original location in Maastricht with a welcoming display of ornate designs for collectors, dealers and art world regulars

It's a favourite with the A-list, so does it live up to the hype? Cathy Hawker checks in

The renowned French designer lends his expertise and holistic vision to Mortlach, the heritage Scotch distillery

The ‘Belleville’ chair is spliced, diced and furrified for La Source Garouste’s charity auction, by designers from Christian Louboutin to Constance Guisset

This week on The Sound Kitchen you’ll hear the answer to the question about the meaning of “pataphysics”. There’s a meditation on bird song, a poem from listener Adeyola Opaluwah, the “Listeners Corner” with Paul Myers, and Ollia’s “Happy Moment”. All that, and the new quiz question, too, so click…

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