EDITOR’S NOTE

Travel has long fired the imagination. Throughout history, many adventurers have embarked on life-changing expeditions that broaden the mind. While our personal journeys may not have the epic scope of literary odysseys, the modern traveller can easily attest to the irresistible allure of wanderlust. In this issue, we discuss the myriad ways travel can change our visual perspective and shape the ways in which we design our homes. The annual Milan Design Week is a rich source of inspiration for designers and homeowners alike; we covered the fair and discovered trend-setting collections in our report (pages 44 and 74). Elsewhere, our welltravelled writers explore the revitalised waterfront districts in London, Hong Kong and New York (page 68). These former industrial sites are becoming vibrant neighbourhoods filled with creative initiatives to inspire future residents and visitors.

The stunning homes we’ve profiled similarly celebrate the motif of travel. From an itinerant family’s stylish holiday home in Singapore (page 108) to a Seventies-style apartment perched above Monaco’s sun-drenched beach (page 118), these chic abodes bring together a creative mix of influences while celebrating its local context. The Singapore Tatler Homes team also drove across the causeway to visit an unconventional family home (pictured above; story on page 86) that draws inspiration from the House of the Faun in Pompeii and the Tropical Modernism style pioneered by Sri Lanka architect Geoffrey Bawa. “Travel is a state of mind,” wrote American travel writer Paul Theroux. Inspiration can be found everywhere, if you stay curious and be open to new ideas and experiences, whether you’re plunging into a great new read or exploring a new city on foot. We hope you enjoy the journey through these pages.

HONG XINYING MANAGING EDITOR