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Perched on a plateau in the Malwa region, Mandu is a hauntingly beautiful historic town in Madhya Pradesh, celebrated for its Afghan-era architecture, romantic legends, and sweeping views of the Narmada valley. Once the capital of the Malwa Sultanate, Mandu flourished in the 15th – 16th centuries under rulers like Baz Bahadur.
The town’s most iconic structure, the Jahaz Mahal, appears to float between two artificial lakes, creating a striking illusion of a ship. Nearby, the Hindola Mahal, or “Swing Palace”, is known for it’s dramatically inclined walls. The romantic tale of Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati is immortalized at the Rani Roopmati Pavilion, offering breathtaking sunset views.
With monsoon clouds drifting through its ruins and lush greenery enveloping its forts, Mandu transforms into a dreamlike landscape, making it one of India’s most atmospheric heritage destinations.
The former Parisian office of the legendary Karl Lagerfeld has been transformed into an extraordinary homestay, offering a rare glimpse into the private world of a fashion polymath. Located in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés on Rue de Verneuil, this early 19th-century building – now part of the Highstay portfolio – has been reimagined as “Saint-Germain I,” a minimalist sanctuary that blends 18th-century “pied-à-terre” history with Space Age aesthetics.
The three-story residence preserves Lagerfeld’s creative DNA through striking architectural details, most notably a curved staircase featuring a steel banister co-designed by Lagerfeld and Marc Newson. Inside, the design language is defined by steel and ivory tones, featuring soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling bookcases that honor the late designer’s famous bibliophilia. Modern luxuries include a master bedroom encased in a steel capsule, a private wellness area with a sauna and hammam, and curated contemporary art.
To complete the experience, guests can follow a “Karl Itinerary,” visiting his favorite Left Bank haunts like Café de Flore. It is a masterclass in adaptive reuse, turning a high-fashion workspace into a livable piece of design history.
The Geneva Time alarm clock by Geneva Lab is a refined blend of traditional timekeeping and modern audio technology, designed as a multifunctional bedside companion. At its core, it features a classic analogue clock with quartz movement, offering a tactile, distraction-free way to check time while retaining the charm of a traditional alarm clock.
What sets Geneva Time apart is its integration of a high-quality Bluetooth speaker, capable of delivering warm, balanced sound for music, podcasts, or audiobooks. This dual functionality transforms it from a simple clock into a compact lifestyle device suited for contemporary bedrooms.
The unit also incorporates practical modern features such as wireless smartphone charging, a USB port, and an AUX input, ensuring compatibility with multiple devices. It’s intuitive analogue controls – located at the back – make setting the time and alarm straightforward, while thoughtful details like fluorescent hands and an LED alarm indicator enhance usability.
Finished in eco-leather and anodised aluminium, Geneva Time combines premium materials with minimalist design, embodying a seamless fusion of elegance, technology, and everyday convenience.
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