Castelfalfi’s Picchio Reale Project, Tuscany

Inside the expansive Italian estate, a shop where designers rework discarded and natural materials

When artist and designer Adolfo Pistolesi heard that the new Castelfalfi project—whose mission is to breathe new life into an 800-year-old village in Tuscany, Italy—was in need of local shops on their expansive estate, he decided to embark upon a big career change. As director of the nearby Castellare Di Tonda resort for 12 years, Pistolesi decided it was time to return to a full-time …

Test Drive: Mercedes-Benz S550 Coupe and S63 AMG Coupe

Growling through Tuscany in the sculpted touring machines that are equal parts power and luxury

Designed for crossing continents at top speeds in high style, the Grand Tourer class of automobile is, in many ways, the true mark of a manufacturer’s ability. Hitting the optimal balance between a finely considered aesthetic, an interior that is suitable for long rides and a driving experience that lets you open up the car on straightaways while remaining nimble through winding roads is the …

Folding Pocket Knife

Entirely handmade by a single craftsman in Tuscany and bearing his initials, this exquisite pocket knife with a 2.9″ blade is made from 420 grade steel, rates 55-57 hardness and is complete with a cow bone handle.