Jonathan Bell
Jonathan Bell has written for Wallpaper* magazine since 1999, covering everything from architecture and transport design to books, tech and graphic design. He is now the magazine’s Transport and Technology Editor. Jonathan has written and edited 15 books, including Concept Car Design, 21st Century House, and The New Modern House. He is also the host of Wallpaper’s first podcast.
Latest articles by Jonathan Bell
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A rammed-earth house near Brasília pairs the traditional technique with contemporary forms
Valéria Gontijo + Architects has completed Casa Taipa, pairing earthy tones and natural materials with refined design and a generous floorplan
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Compact but far from cuddly, the Abarth 600e is a small but shouty EV with a sting in its tail
Abarth’s second performance electric car, the 600e ramps up the branding to make a bold statement inside and out
By Jonathan Bell Published
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For sale: core memories and rare hardware from the early days of Apple Computer
‘Steve Jobs and the Apple Revolution’ brings together a clutch of computer collectables from the dawn of Silicon Valley
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Shoreline Bespoke proposes a stunning new lightweight supercar
Californian start-up Shoreline Bespoke believes its LM Coupe recaptures the spirit of 60s sports cars
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Azimut’s newest superyacht features a refined and light-filled interior by m2atelier
Minimalism is a rare commodity in the superyacht world. Milan-based designers m2atelier have created a pared back superyacht that epitomises their barefoot luxury approach
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Out of office: the Wallpaper* editors’ picks of the week
The Wallpaper* team immersed themselves in culture this week, attending theatre, music and art performances and exhibitions at some of London’s most esteemed establishments. Along the way, we may have discovered the city's best salad…
By Anna Solomon Published
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KAMManufaktur transforms the 1960s-era Porsche 912 into a refined restomod GT
The KAMM 912T is a restomod Porsche for the more discerning collector, a rebuilt and re-engineered car that favours analogue feel and simplicity over all-out power
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The Pagani Residences is the latest ultra-luxe automotive apartment tower to reach Miami
Rising up above Miami, branded apartment buildings are having a renaissance, as everyone from hypercar builders to crystal makers seeks to have a towering structure bearing their name
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A modern cabin in Minnesota serves as a contemporary creative retreat from the city
Snow Kreilich Architects' modern cabin and studio for an artist on a lakeside plot in Minnesota was designed to spark creativity and provide a refuge from the rat race
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The new Yaber K300s brings big screen entertainment into the smallest of homes
The Yaber K300s is an ultra-short throw laser projector for ultra-small spaces. We put it through its paces
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Lava Studio is a sleek studio-in-a-box for guitarists seeking the ultimate portable tool
Lava Music's new Studio is an elegant touchscreen-powered guitar effects unit with multi-track recording, AI tips and tricks and a powerful integrated speaker
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Slide into blissful EV anonymity with the Vauxhall Grandland Electric GS
As Vauxhall gears up to launch a performance sub-brand, we chronicle the rather more modest achievements of its mid-priced, middle market Grandland SUV
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 shows the folding smartphone still has traction as a flagship device
The Samsung Galaxy range has been given a thorough overhaul, with a new Fold, new Flip and an update to the class-leading Galaxy Watch series
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A house refurb in a São Paulo suburb shapes space with soft light and minimal detailing
Meireles + Pavan Arquitetura have overhauled a family house in a lushly planted garden to create a collection of refined living spaces
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This Canadian house is a precise domestic composition perched on the Nova Scotian coast
Bishop McDowell completed a new Canadian house overlooking the Atlantic, using minimal details and traditional forms to create a refined family home
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Torsus reveals two new all-terrain campers designed for sophisticated off-road adventurers
Whether it’s forest, field or farm track, nothing will stop this pair of new overland campervans from brutish all-road bus specialists Torsus
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Delve into the visual world of a lost airline in this impressive chronicle of a corporate identity
'Red Square' is the story of Mary de Saulles and the 1960s BEA corporate identity, a comprehensive airline re-brand that still feels fresh today
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Swarovski Optik’s new Burnt Orange binoculars provide a crystal-clear view for budding birders
The Swarovski Optik NL Pure 42 Binoculars are now available in Burnt Orange, bringing a hint of autumnal elegance to these high-performance instruments
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Inside Brompton: a pioneering provider of folding bicycles for fifty years
Below the fold, we explore the history and ethos of Brompton Bicycles and take a tour of the bike maker’s London factory as it comes up on its half century
By Jonathan Bell Published
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How design defined Audi: the brand celebrates 60 years with a collection of its greatest hits
A fleet of iconic Audis, the flowing lines of Frank Gehry’s architecture and the open roads of Northern Spain made for a design-rich experience
By Jonathan Bell Published
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If you’re out and about and want to stay creative and connected, here’s all the kit you need
Sixteen pieces of portable tech, aimed at the mobile worker who wants to minimise their packing and maximise their output and entertainment options
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A dramatic Brazilian house on a hillside was inspired by the creative passions of its client
Tetro Arquitetura has completed a contemporary Brazilian house, combining a linear plan with a dramatic curved roof
By Jonathan Bell Published
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It’s Tesla vs Rivian as two new brand-centric charge stations highlight divides in EV attitudes
Hollywood’s shiny new Tesla Diner is a world apart from the Rivian's latest station, the Hamptons Charging Outpost
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The Aston Martin Vanquish Volante is the all-conquering convertible supercar
We experience Aston Martin’s newest convertible flagship over moor and dale, and discover the grandest of grand tourers
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