Latest articles by Jonathan Bell
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We take to the trails of Nevada to experience the new Mini Countryman Untamed EditionWith amplified abilities, design tweaks and lifestyle-appropriate accessories, the Untamed Edition of Mini’s Countryman SUV wants you to head out into the wild
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Six new coffee machines offer cupfuls of choice for the design-loving caffeine addictFrom espresso shots to all-singing bean-to-cup creations and automatic filter coffee makers, these six new coffee machines all deserve a place in your kitchen
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Spencer Lowell’s new monograph, ‘Futures Past’, explores a changing world being shaped by techThe images in ‘Futures Past’ chronicle the ever-evolving culture clash between society and technology
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Fancy an instant-landscape hotel? The Haku suite from Koto could be the answerA plush new pre-fab by Koto is an upscale hospitality solution aimed at landowners looking to capitalise on their estates
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An architect's home in the heart of Florence contains a suspended swimming poolArchitect Stefano Tozzi is selling his home in Florence, carved from a former theatre and transformed into a dramatic, high-rise interior
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Is tech good for kids or are child-centric gadgets simply a way to hook a younger audience?Seven new gadgets promise fresh ways to recapture the freedom and creativity of childhood. We explore the options and weigh up the claims
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Freitag’s ‘Reference’ collection transforms tarpaulins into upmarket bags for every occasionFour new bags from Swiss manufacturer Freitag showcase the smarter side of the circular economy, creating carryalls with style and longevity
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Audio-Technica’s AT-LP60XBT stands out thanks to a bold and colourful makeoverAudio-Technica doesn’t believe in keeping colour out of audio tech, launching a new teal edition of its popular turntable to give vinyl fans a visual pop
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This new family house in Ahmedabad is a solid form with carved-out balconies and terracesArchitects FLXBL bring the outside in, with terraces, balconies and verandas carved into this Indian home’s monumental concrete form
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The Jaguar Type 01 is finally here to herald the brand’s electric era. Can the cat strike back?All new, all powerful and not without a side helping of controversy, the Jaguar Type 01 wants to be the ultimate luxury EV for four, re-shaping the company’s history in the process
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Two new Croatian houses showcase the architectural approach of Njirić+ arhitektiTwo Croatian houses, the Double-Villa Bukovac and Zagreb House Extension, are two sides of the same coin, representing the private homes built for each studio partner, Hrvoje Njirić and Iskra Filipović
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The new Lexus ES is a calm, unflustered upscale EV with flashes of quirky charmIn a world dominated by SUVs, the all-electric Lexus ES stands out with its flowing fastback form
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For sale, Savin Couëlle’s spectacular organic villa complex on a remote Corsican islandVilla Pieds Dans L'Eau is a masterpiece of 70s organic architecture, built into the rocky coastline of the Corsican island of Cavallo
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Stokke’s Tripp Trapp is the ultimate child seat – now there’s a stylish new MoMA EditionIn teaming up with The Museum of Modern Art to honour the Tripp Trapp Chair, Stokke has taken the museum’s signature colour palette to highlight the genius of Peter Opsvik’s 1972 design and celebrate with this new MoMA Edition
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Vantieghem Talebi’s timber ‘House of Cards’ plays with a familiar formA finely detailed Douglas-fir façade swathes this new family house in Belgium, designed by the US- and Swiss-based practice Vantieghem Talebi
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Three new titles explore the art of digital world-building in cult computers and early arcadesFrom dystopian sci-fi on your desktop to the origins of the first arcade machines, through to the history of an influential home computer, three new books look at the design and culture of the video game
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A monograph on the life and work of architect Rick Mather explores his approach and impactRick Mather Architects had a subtle but substantial impact on London’s cultural scene in the 90s and noughties. Kester Rattenbury’s new biography chronicles the American architect’s life, influences and work
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Seven over-ear headphones to kick off your autumnal listening sessionsNew headphones from Nothing, Sony, Bose, Technics and more showcase the latest in design innovation and technological upgrades
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Aston Martin bolsters its luxury credentials by debuting the DBX GT at its new Mayfair venueThe Aston Martin DBX GT made its debut at Q London in Berkeley Square, a new destination for the brand in the heart of the capital
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Sculptural and acoustic excellence combine in KEF and Ross Lovegrove’s LS LUXE speakersBespoke Partnership
In the latest no-compromise speakers from this innovative partnership, aesthetics get as much attention as the acoustic performance
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LACMA’s new book and exhibition tackle our ongoing fascination with domestic futurismThe book of the show, ‘Home of the Future 1925-1985: Designing Domestic Utopias’, is a survey of midcentury marvels focused on shaping the ultimate in technology-driven living. Four decades later, how has the mood changed?
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The new Polaroid Mod instant camera wants to shake up your point-and-shoot gamePolaroid has announced the Mod, an instant camera with four creative modes for added unpredictability
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Rossinavi unveils M/Y HEED, an aluminium superyacht with interiors by Achille SalvagniMaking its global debut at the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show, M/Y HEED is the newest build from Italian shipyard Rossinavi. We take a tour of the unique Achille Salvagni-designed interiors
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From Meta’s Muse to the Comu Action Pro, here are eight new ways to commune with AIWhether you wear it, carry it or keep it on your desk, the new breed of AI agents wants your attention
