autumn issue 1, 2014 CONTENTS Regulars 12 from the editor 16 contributors Blackbook 21 A new roman Empire The Eternal City is undergoing a refreshing, on-trend makeover 28 vancouver Moves on The Canadian city’s upgrade takes in fine food, eclectic art and chic shopping 30 Phuket power Not just a pretty place, Thailand’s largest island offers glamour galore 58 34 ROOMS to view Luxe hotel openings on either side of the Tasman sea 36 global gourmand Culinary news from around the world and the latest gastronomic tomes Style & beauty 42 VOGUE OR BROGUE? Designers blur the line between art and fashion with remarkable footwear 48 running fast Indie watchmakers challenge orthodoxy with futuristic creations 51 Art & design 51 easy rider Lovingly crafted yet technologically advanced ebikes hit the streets 56 Star power Heesen’s innovation-packed launch and the latest yacht news 58 BAKU BEYOND A new architectural hot spot, the Azerbaijani capital is enjoying a cultural rebirth Photos from top: Helene Binet, NICoLAs ZurCHEr 10 CENTURION-Magazine.COM
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