Shiny Surfaces, Lawsuits & Pink Inflatable Rabbits: Jeff Koons
Jeff Koons is the world’s most expensive living artist, creating works that reflect modern life in their interplay with kitsch, materials and art history. Koons chats to Millie Walton about communication, how art brings the sublime into the everyday and pink...
Big Boy Blue: In the Studio with Idris Khan
Idris Khan is one of the world’s hottest abstract artists, drawing on his Muslim heritage to create works that gain a different meaning every time you look at them. Darius Sanai meets him in his London studio to discuss colour, the Koran and his suburban...
Sven-Olof Lindblad on Investing in Eco-Tourism
Sven-Olof Lindblad is an influential Ocean Elder whose work combines marine conservation, education and eco-tourism. He speaks to Sophie Marie Atkinson In late January 1966, 57 travellers arrived at Smith and Melchior Islands on the Antarctic Peninsula aboard a...
How Science is Harnessing the Power of the Sea
The health of the world’s oceans is under threat. But the seas can be part of a visionary plan to address climate change and create a more sustainable economy. Andrew Saunders reports on the new science around ocean carbon capture Photography by Matt Sharp The power...
Cary Fowler on Protecting the Biodiversity of our Planet
Cary Fowler is the American visionary who established the Svalbard Global Seed Vault to ensure the security of all our crop seeds come war, famine or plague. Such future-proofing is ever more important, he tells Andrew Saunders Appearances can be deceptive. The modest...
Markus Müller on the Importance of Global Sustainability Standards
The pandemic has accelerated the rise of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing. However, argues Markus Müller, we must improve global standards continually if ESG is to fulfil its promise of driving economic growth while having a positive impact on the...
LUX Car Review: Ferrari F8 Tributo and F8 Spider
In the second part of our supercar series, LUX’s car reviewer gets behind the wheel of Ferrari F8 Tributo and the F8 Spider That’s it, folks. Ferrari fans, please shed a tear as, for all the right reasons, these two cars are the end of the bloodline for...
Luxury Travel Views: Hotel Splendido & Splendido Mare, Portofino
In the third part of our luxury travel views column from the Autumn 2021 issue, LUX’s Editor-in-Chief Darius Sanai experiences la dolce vita in Portofino My one encounter with the Splendido Mare, the village-based sister hotel of the celebrated hillside Splendido in...
LUX Car Review: Mercedes-AMG G 63
From supercar to supreme cruiser, our reviewers sample some of the latest and greatest from the automotive world, starting with the Mercedes-AMG G 63 Rain; hail; wind; floods. The north European summer offered it all this year. So, we decided to do a country drive...
The LUX Report: Home Comforts
With recycled materials and artisanal craft, being at home never felt so stylish or so responsible Inspired by natural forms and imperfections, Carolina de Barros employs traditional craft methods, lending each piece of her jewellery unique characteristics. The Lia...
The LUX Report: The Great Outdoors
Get into the seasonal hues and get out into nature with a clear conscience with these sustainably made treasures De Beers has been increasing its efforts to support responsible practices that are sensitive to both the environment and local communities. These earrings...
Pioneering Artist Michael Craig Martin on Colour & Style
In the mid 1960s, Michael Craig Martin emerged as a key figure in early British conceptual art, later becoming the teacher of many of the YBAs such as Damien Hirst and Sarah Lucas. Today, he is one of the world’s most prominent artists, known for his brightly coloured...
Legendary Designer Christian Louboutin on Passion & Solidarity
Superstar shoe designer Christian Louboutin, whose signature red-soled pumps with vertiginous stiletto heels are the de facto shows for glamourwear, has dominated luxury footwear since the nineties. Harriet Quick speaks to him about his long career, his charity work...
Prince Robert de Luxembourg on Art & Fine Wine
Prince Robert de Luxembourg is taking Domaine Clarence Dillon and Château Haut-Brion, one of Bordeaux’s most prestigious wine estates, into the future by creating new winemaking facilities, a fine wine shop and a visitor centre. LUX speaks with him about mixing the...
Philanthropy: Emilie Pastor & Sibylle Rochat on Nurturing Artistic Talent
Emilie Pastor is a scion of the Monaco real estate and art collecting dynasty; Sibylle Rochat works with her as art advisor. Here, they speak to Samantha Welsh about their unique style of spotting and supporting artists Emilie Pastor was born into art. She is a scion...
Molori Designs Founder Kirk Lazarus on Ultra Bespoke Luxury
Molori Designs takes the concept of bespoke to a whole new level. Answering all your lifestyle needs, whether you’re on safari in South Africa or settling down in Santa Monica, they specialise in tailoring everything to the individual client. LUX speaks with founder...
Entrepreneur Utsava Kasera on finding his gap in the market
Utsava Kasera is a next-gen portfolio entrepreneur who has put his faith in his latest investment: a premium Prosecco, aimed at shaking up the drink market in the UK and US. The Indian-born, UK-educated citizen of the world speaks to Anna Tyzack about his business...
The LUX Report: Autumnal Play
This is the season for classic style with just a touch of whimsy and gold to brighten the days This 70s-inspired shirt by Gucci is made from lightweight organic silk with an oversized collar and romantic, billowing sleeves. The pale pastel yellow tone adds to the...
Pomellato’s Kintsugi collection imagines a more sustainable jewellery industry
Continuing our focus on sustainability in line with COP26, Torri Mundell explores how jewellery house Pomellato’s latest collection makes use of broken, upcycled stones Sustainability and ethical practices are a constant challenge for the jewellery industry. On...
Gaggenau: Sven Baacke on sustainable luxury design
The impact of climate change, digitalisation and the pandemic is demanding bold, new visions for our homes and public spaces. Here, Millie Walton speaks to Sven Baacke, Head of Design at the luxury home appliance manufacturer Gaggenau, and Ian Lambert, Director of...
How Andermatt became a leading luxury destination
A major hotel, property and infrastructure development has swept the village of Andermatt in Switzerland onto the world stage of luxury. Karen Chung speaks to some of the key shapers of the future of this still-expanding project, which has attracted real estate buyers...
How to create a truly sustainable luxury hotel
As COP26 brings together world leaders to discuss climate change, Daniel Lauber, owner of the CERVO Mountain Resort in Zermatt, gives us his six guiding principles on how to create a truly sustainable luxury hotel. No greenwash included Walk into the CERVO Mountain...
Sophie Neuendorf on New Wave Collecting
The pandemic has changed the art market forever. A new model of purchasing and enjoying art is amazing, and a new generation of collectors with different passions is coming to the fore, as our contributing editor and columnist Sophie Neuendorf outlines 2021 is proving...
Professor Peter Newell on climate responsibility
Academic Peter Newell made waves in the global media recently with a report describing how the wealthy have a disproportionate effect on climate change, and a duty to change their travel, business and leisure habits. As COP26 kicks off in Glasgow, he speaks to LUX...
How the Durjoy Bangladesh Foundation supports cultural collaboration
Bangladeshi entrepreneur and art collector Durjoy Rahman is on a mission to make the world a better place through artistic dialogue and cultural collaborations between artists from the Global North and South. Rebecca Anne Proctor reports It was mid March 2021 and the...