A Rainy Evening in Paris: Nostalgia on Wheels
2023-11-30
In Paris, a vintage Citroën 2CV revealed the city’s layers of history and romance through rainy streets, intimate backstreets, and shared laughter.Read More →
The Louvre Pyramid: A Fusion of Ancient and Modern
2023-11-30
During an unexpected delay at the Louvre, a couple explores the Louvre Pyramid‘s exterior, an architectural marvel designed by I. M. Pei, symbolizing a fusion of ancient symbolism and modern aesthetics.Read More →
A Serendipitous Stroll to the Pavillon de Flore
2023-11-30
A couple’s unexpected delay at the Louvre led them to a fascinating exploration of the Pavillon de Flore, where they marvelled at its historical and architectural grandeur, underscoring the beauty in unplanned travel detours.
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A Yuletide Journey: Christmas Magic at Galeries Lafayette
2023-11-29
The author describes the magical Christmas experience at Galeries Lafayette in Paris, marveling at the grand decorations, city views, and the shared connection with the city and its festive spirit.Read More →
A Journey Through Time: Fontaines de la Concorde
2023-11-29
The Fontaine des Mers at Place de la Concorde in Paris is a historically significant monument completed in 1840, symbolizing France‘s maritime prowess. The intricate design features bronze and gold statues depicting ocean life and maritime navigation, highlighting the era’s industrial advancements.Read More →
A Morning Stroll Orchard Hill Road, Singapore Design Harmony
2023-11-19
Our first day in Singapore leads us through Orchard Hill Road, experiencing a mix of nature and urban design, traditional and modern elements, and uniquely Singaporean street art and culture.Read More →
The Timeless Elegance of Moleskine Notebooks
2023-11-06
During a shopping spree in Sydney, the author rediscovers Moleskine hardcover notebooks at Milligram. He appreciates the notebook’s perfect blend of design and function, symbolizing durability, facilitating writing as a therapeutic and creative practice, and invoking nostalgia for the traditional art of writing.Read More →
The Harmony of Design at Daitoku-ji Temple
2023-11-05
The Daitoku-ji Temple in Kyoto, Japan, serves as a serene sanctuary embodying Japanese design principles, including ‘wabi-sabi‘ and ‘shakkei.’ The temple showcases the beauty of imperfection and transience in its raked stones, sculpted pines, and moss carpets, offering a profound lesson in restraint, harmony, and purposeful design.Read More →
A Cafe Entirely Decorated with Neons
2021-10-27
If you are looking for an original and cosy cafe in London, have a tour at the God’s Own Junkyard, an entirely decorated with neons bar. For all the warm and kitsch deco lovers, this place will be an insolite experience. The owners, Chris & Linda Bracey, are neons collectioners since 40 years and they can be proud of having in their collection lights from iconic movies like Eyes Wide Shut, The Dark Knight and Charlie and the chocolate factory.Read More →
The Timeless Allure of Route 66: A Testament to Americana Design
2021-03-02
Route 66’s signage, featuring vibrant typography, is an iconic symbol of a bygone Americana. Despite the fading of this historic pathway’s physical landmarks, its aesthetic and cultural impact continues to inspire contemporary design and evoke a sense of nostalgia and adventure.Read More →