Exploring Creatives and Their Cities with One of Many

12 American locations come to life with photo essays by Wesley Verhoeve

For the past six months, we’ve been following the adventures of Wesley Verhoeve, the writer and photographer behind One of Many—a site that chronicles creative communities in American cities. Each month Verhoeve releases a portrait series, accompanied by in-depth storytelling, that sheds light on a particular location and the individuals working there. The creatives range from designers and woodworkers to chefs, engineers and beyond. It …

The Monocle Travel Guide Series: New York

Local insights and recommendations from superb cultural reporters

Since 2007, the cultural purveyors at MONOCLE magazine have kept a bureau in New York City. During this time, they’ve explored the inner workings of a city in constant change. They’ve dug into every lifestyle sector worth exploring and presented it in their acclaimed monthly publication. Now, their up-to-date findings can be found in the comprehensive MONOCLE Travel Guide Series, published by Gestalten. The MONOCLE …

Design-Forward Luggage from Delsey and Philippe Starck

Starcktrip, a collaboration between the two French greats, results in some sophisticated suitcases

French luggage brand Delsey is currently working on bringing smart suitcases to the masses (Pluggage will be able to weigh itself, charge your phone and open with fingerprint scan). But until then, we’re more than satisfied rolling around their most recent offering: Starcktrip, a collaboration with designer and global powerhouse Philippe Starck. The eight-piece collection features minimalist yet design-forward suitcases, duffel bags, totes and even …