SPHERE’s Life takes a closer look at all things that lead to a mindful, purposeful living, ranging from travel, astrology to etiquette, to mental and physical wellness, as well as wine and gastronomy.

A seminal design collaboration between Fieldbar, the Cape Town-based purveyor of chic outdoor accessories, and interiors stalwart Weylandts unveils a collection that elevates the ritual of al fresco entertaining. These covetable, insulated vessels transcend the purely practical, emerging as beautifully crafted design objects destined for sophisticated gatherings - from the Atlantic-facing terraces of Cape Town to the sky-high harbour rooftops of Hong Kong. Defined by a rich, new signature colourway, the collection discreetly hints at its perfect intended cargo: the essential ingredients for a decadent Espresso Martini

Dramatically situated between the azure expanse of the Atlantic Ocean and the majestic, theatrical rise of Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles, Morea House in Cape Town’s prestigious Camps Bay is an architectural study that seamlessly merges high contemporary South African art, nuanced design, and the privileged tranquility of elevated coastal living

In Tsim Sha Tsui, a district where everything moves fast and nothing waits, the Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui offers a deliberate counterpoint. It slows time down, lifting guests out of the street-level chaos through a cinematic sequence of spaces and up to a rooftop where the city finally gives in to the view, discovers Anji Connell

As the calendar turns from the contemplation of Easter to the midst of spring, our eye seeks places of renewal - spaces that effortlessly weave nature, culture, and thoughtful design. Look no further than the LuxeIsland Farm in Wuhan, anchoring the heart of the LUXEOASIS development along the Zhujia River

The TerraSense Mountain Charm Retreat by Atelier DRK is an architectural manifesto born from a deep reverence for place and a pursuit of exceptional quality

As I journey toward Blou, the seaside counterpart to the celebrated Babylonstoren, a distinct sense of architectural anticipation takes hold. If Babylonstoren represents an ode to agrarian fine living nestled within the Cape Winelands, then BLOU is its ethereal, sea-facing extension - a masterclass in where nature's expanse meets exacting design

Savannah's architectural story gets a modern chapter with the Municipal Grand. AAmp Studio has transformed a 1961 bank into a sophisticated boutique hotel that honors its mid-century roots

Stepping across the threshold of a heritage hotel is a passage through time. In Cape Town, Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, affectionately known as 'The Nellie,' is an enduring architectural chronicle, Anji Connell reveals

Nestled in the ancient frontier city of Yining, a historical jewel on the Silk Road, the new InterContinental Yining by Cheng Chung Design (CCD) offers a tranquil, refined sanctuary

Le Provençal is a sensory immersion into the very landscape of the French Riviera. Its journey begins on the storied Route du Sel, where the road threads between the ancient salt marshes of the Salin des Pesquiers. This natural sanctuary frames the entrance to the Giens Peninsula, a jewel of the Port-Cros National Park defined by rugged cliffs, fragrant pine forests, and hidden, crescent-shaped beaches. Le Provençal’s commitment to this fragile ecosystem is underscored by its “Esprit Parc National” certification, a testament to its sustainable practices