Are you really, really ridiculously good looking? Congratulations: you could qualify for Tinder Select, a secret, members-only version of Tinder that’s only for the rich, famous, and hot.

TechCrunch broke the news about the restricted portion of the app, writing that it’s “meant to serve only the elite users” like “CEOs, super models, and other hyper-attractive/upwardly affluent types.” It appears that Tinder has sent some users invites to the platform, some of whom can then nominate others. Nominees are forbidden from nominating anyone else to ensure the service stays small and exclusive.

Though the qualifications required to join Tinder Select are unclear, there seems to be a common thread running through the members: they’re attractive, they’re high profile, or they’re both. The Tinder Elo score, an algorithmic rating system the app uses to assign all users a desirability rating, likely plays a factor.

TechCrunch reports that Tinder Select “looks way better than regular Tinder in terms of design” and “features a gradient navy blue ‘S’ at the top, where the Tinder flame is normally found, and other blue accenting in place of the usual orange.” Members with access to Tinder Select can toggle between the restricted app and the ordinary version from the top bar.

Tinder isn’t the first dating app to create an elite service. The League only accepts certain applicants to the platform, and Bumble rewards its best users with VIBee “verified” status. There’s also Raya, the ultra-exclusive dating app for hot, creative, and/or famous people dubbed the ‘Illuminati Tinder’.

Raya has stayed relatively under the radar for more than two years. Tinder Select has been around for at least six months without a single peep from Tinder, leading many to believe the company has no plans to announce the service at all.

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The 2017 Geneva Motor Show has finally arrived and as many would expect, the calibre of cars rolling into the spotlight is simply astounding. That’s not surprising given it is the world’s biggest and most anticipated automotive showcasing.

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The Great Barrier Reef is a place built for superlatives. It’s the world’s largest coral reef system and its largest living organism. It’s been called one of the seven wonders of the natural world and was named a World Heritage Site in 1981. It can be seen from outer space.

The numbers are equally impressive. The system is composed of over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands. It stretches for over 2,300 kilometres (1,400 mi) over an area of approximately 344,400 square kilometres (133,000 sq mi). The ecosystem supports a colossal array of life forms, including 5,000 species of mollusks, six species of turtles, 17 species of sea snakes, 215 species of birds, more than 1,500 species of fish, and 30 species of whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

The Great Barrier Reef is immense, ancient, and awe-inspiring – a destination that graces countless bucket lists around the world and leaves millions of visitors enchanted each year. If you’re planning a pilgrimage, Great Barrier Reef tours are in ample supply to please all types of traveller.

As for our favourite ways to experience the reef – even if you can’t stand swimming – you’ll find a few of them below.

Swim

We’ll start with the obvious: the Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s most magical places to snorkel or scuba dive. Most diving and snorkeling on the reef is boat-based, though some of the islands also boast excellent reefs. Professional tours typically include the use of equipment to maximise accessibility. Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas, Cairns, Townsville, and Airlie Beach are popular starting points for reef explorations.

If you’re just looking to get your toes wet (so to speak), a day trip will suffice. For a more immersive experience, many operators offer multi-day liveaboards that include accommodations and meals on a boat.

Sail

Though nothing rivals the up-close experience of diving, the sheer enormity of the Great Barrier Reef makes it worth experiencing from any angle. A boat tour may or may not include snorkeling time, depending on your preference, but is guaranteed to offer an impeccable view of Queensland’s coastline. Spring for a multi-day cruise if you want a longer experience, or an excursion in a glass bottom boat if you want a view without getting wet.

Submerge

It’s not quite Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, but a semi-submersible should satisfy some of your submarine fantasies. These underwater vessels offer a diver’s view with no special skills needed. Book a guided tour to glide by coral gardens, colourful fish, reef sharks, sea turtles and more, all while listening to expert commentary and keeping your clothes dry.

Fly

Instagram is rife with envy-inducing photos of scenic flights over the reef and the Whitsunday Islands. Though you won’t come home with any fish selfies, Great Barrier Reef tours by air are a memorable way to get acquainted with the area (and a staggering reminder of just how vast it really is). Tours are available via helicopter or seaplane, and may also include an island beach picnic or a flight over the Daintree Rainforest.

Hop

A spot of island hopping, anyone? The Whitsunday archipelago’s 74 jungle-clad islands range from ritzy to uninhabited, with opportunities for both day-trippers and visitors booking longer stays. Whitehaven Beach is a must-see for anyone who loves surf and sand. Farther north, Magnetic Island and Hinchinbrook Island are worthy visits for fans of national parks. Even farther north, try Fitzroy Island, a 45-minute catamaran ride from Cairns.

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Flying into the Land of the Rising Sun used to be a trivial matter.

You landed at Tokyo Narita, took the long trek into the centre of the city and eventually got your Japanese trip underway. Now though, the landscape has changed.

The regeneration of Tokyo’s secondary Airport, Haneda, has completely changed the way travellers get in and out of Japan, and as Tokyo gears up for the Olympics, you now have more choice than ever as to how exactly you take your first and last steps on Japanese soil.

So where should you land, should you get the choice?

The Bare Essentials

Tokyo Haneda is located just south of the centre of the Tokyo, relatively close to Kawasaki and Yokohama.

Tokyo Narita sits further east. Both Airports have train lines running directly to Japan Rail’s main loop around Tokyo, but Tokyo Narita is much further away. A trip from Haneda on the JR Yamamote line will have you at Tokyo Station in under 20 minutes.

Narita is still set up to cater for the needs of all international travellers, offering a dedicated express service running into Tokyo station, an electrical rail and even a baby Shinkansen service that travels upwards of 160 km/h.

Even the fastest route still takes 40 minutes to get into the city though, and you pay a heavy premium just for that luxury.

Who Flies To & From Each Tokyo Airport

Tokyo Narita still very much enjoys its traditional rep as the airport that connects Tokyo to the rest of the world. It’s not the busiest, mind you, but it still serves as the hub for 50% of Japan’s total air traffic in and out of the country. Even so, Tokyo Haneda is by far the busier airport (in fact, it’s the 3^rd busiest in Asia and the 5^th busiest in the World), handling 79 million passengers in 2016 and having the capacity to cope with up to 90.

As it stands, the only direct flights out of Australia’s main hubs to Japan run with ANA, Japan Airlines and Qantas. Qantas and ANA both fly into Haneda from Sydney, while JAL still touches down solely at Narita on it’s Sydney-Tokyo route. The sole Qantas route from Melbourne to Tokyo lands at Narita, as is the same if you’re taking off from Brisbane.

If you’re flying from anywhere else in the world (particularly with a budget airline like AirAsia), you’re still most likely to land at Narita, but that’s probably set to change over the coming years.

Best For The Budget Or Business Traveller

It’s worth noting that Japan’s government is strongly pushing for Tokyo Haneda to become more of a hub for high-end business travel, with Narita catering for leisure and budget travellers.

This can be seen clearly in the addition of Tokyo Narita’s Terminal 3, which has been built specifically with the budget-conscious traveller in mind.

Designed and constructed under the consultation of Nikken at half the cost of a normal airport terminal, the terminal features shock-absorbing, colour-coded running tracks guiding the weary backpacker to both Arrivals and Departures (saving on electronic signs), along with furniture by Muji.

In preparation for the 2020 Olympics, Tokyo plan to turn Haneda into a premium Tokyo destination in and of itself. Adding to the already revamped International Terminal, the government plans on adding another 1700 guest rooms, a hot spring bath, restaurants, hotels and conference rooms that connect directly to the international terminal.

Tokyo Airports Boasting The Most Creature Comforts

When it comes to business travel in particular, it’s all about the perks. ANA and JAL both operate lounges in Narita and Haneda.

ANA are part of the Star Alliance, meaning high ranking Star Alliance members get access, while JAL’s lounges are open to high ranking OneWorld members, which is dead handy if you have a high-tier Qantas Frequent Flyer membership.

Cathay Pacific also operate lounges in both airports, while Qantas, United Airlines and American Airlines all have lounges in Tokyo Narita.

Tokyo Haneda was once a baron, lifeless regional airport, paling in size and scale to its bigger brother out east and offering mainly domestic flights. In 2010 though, their international terminal was completely revamped in a renovation awarded “Best Second Coming” by the folks at Monocle.

You can still find all the standard fare in the Duty Free section, but their public area now features ‘Tokyo Poptown’ among its many attractions, the highlights of which are a Hello Kitty store, a Toy Park with a monumental Scalextric track, flight simulators, and a Planetarium-themed café.

Tokyo Narita isn’t without its merits though, and is still very much a world-class airport. Narita takes a more traditional approach to passing your time in the airport, with a wide range of duty free stores and restaurants coupling with a host of art suites, galleries and exhibitions showcasing Japanese culture.

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Thirty years ago you probably would have heard a many uninitiated utter something along the lines of “What the hell’s a ‘Yum-Char’, mate?”

These days you’re more likely to hear those same people asking when the next Yum Cha date with the squad is. Well we’ve gone ahead to make your job easier when it comes to ‘Drinking Tea’.

This is day time Chinese cuisine at its finest, a brunch-lunch tradition that originated way back in China before spreading its prolific footprint around the world wherever the Chinese migrated.

For the dumpling lovers of Sydney, these are your winning spots to devour some serious Dim Sum.

Golden Century

Golden Century Seafood Restaurant has long been an icon in Sydney’s Chinatown scene. With a strong focus on traditional dishes which have become the establishment’s signature dishes, Golden Century today holds a reputation for both Yum Cha and late night dining. For the OG experience head over to their Chinatown eatery and look for the queues and fishtanks. For something a little more upmarket, head over to The Century at The Star.

The Star, 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont

Zilver

Sitting directly opposite Belmore Park in Central is another famous Sydney Yum Cha spot which has gone through a few evolutions to become Zilver today. All of the steamed favourites are there as well as the dessert dishes which will have you leaving happy on a sugar high. Zilver now has two locations with one in the original site and another more modern restaurant in Bondi.

500 Oxford St, Bondi Junction

Mr. Wong

Born from the mind of Sydney bar baron Justin Hemmes and local culinary hero Dan Hong, Mr. Wong is the modern approach to traditional Chinese. The striking fit out will probably grab your attention first but once the Dim Sum rolls out it’ll be your taste buds that throw the party. Besides the finest produce on offer here there’s also an extensive wine list to boot.

3 Bridge St, Sydney

Marigold

Marigold is one of Chinatown’s oldest Yum Cha restaurants which was established way back in 1982. Their cuisine focuses squarely on traditional Cantonese meals which make the most of their fresh produce and local access to seafood. Even the space exudes the old world charm of Chinatown with red, gold and high ceilings complete with chandeliers.

Citymark Building, 683-689 George St, Haymarket

Sky Phoenix

Sky Phoenix is all about bringing class and prestige to the Yum cha scene. Featuring beautiful contemporary decor in all of their restaurants along with an attentive service and all of the Yum Cha favourites, Phoenix has been able to grow to five locations across Sydney with Sky Phoenix sitting at the heart of the CBD in Sydney’s Centre Point.

Upper Food Court, Westfield Sydney, 188 Pitt St, Sydney

East Ocean

If we’re talking about Chinatown institutions, East Ocean needs to be on that list. The bustle and noise of a traditional Yum Cha joint is there along with all of the gloriously steamed dishes that will send you home stuffed and satisfied.

Level 1, 421-429 Sussex Street, Haymarket

Tim Ho Wan

If you haven’t heard of Tim Ho Wan by now then it’s time to get in for a spot of Michelin starred dumplings. The Hong Kong based Dim Sum house earned its stripes in the coveted 2015 Michelin guide with one star awarded to its eateries. Since then it has crashed the local Yum Cha scene sprouting up locations in Chatswood and the CBD. It might not be the “cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant in the world” anymore but it’s still worth a try. There are now three locations in Sydney to choose from.

HSBC Centre, GD004/580 George St, Sydney

Vinh Phat

Head out west and you’ll find this little gem in Cabramtta. It’s been around since 1985 and has since moved to a larger location which reflects the Yum Cha establishment’s move into the future. The food is still as good as it used to be though and that’s what’s kept the weekend queues snaking all the way out the front door.

12/10 Hughes St, Cabramatta

The Eight

The Eight prides itself on challenging the limits of traditional Chinese cuisine with a Yum Cha menu that boasts great produce and loads of flavour in every bite. It’s also conveniently located at the top level of Market City.

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As a man who enjoys the art of luxury travel, flying business class is necessary when pulling a long haul trip.

After a long day of dealing with clients and endless stimulations, an easy and relaxing flight home is always in order. Upon my last journey from Hong Kong to Sydney, I was able to experience what the renowned Cathay Pacific Business Class had to offer on a 9 hour red eye flight.

From relaxing lounges to exclusive seat privacy, Cathay Pacific exceeded the mark for business travel from HK to SYD on their Airbus A330-300. The journey began in their premier lounge known as “The Pier”.

A Unique Before Flight Experience

The lounge was a great way to refresh before the flight. After hiring a car, sitting in traffic and passing security, having a place to hangout in peace was ideal.

Most business class lounges offer the same comforts. Providing guests with great amenities for relaxation and maintaining a productive work schedule…alcohol…but the Pier was different.

Fresh noodles, luxe shower rooms and copious amounts of Chinese teas meant for a memorable pre board experience. Where else does one find fresh, made to order noodles in an airport? This feature is exclusive to the lounge and hell, I love noodles.

If you’re not in the mood for noodles, you can choose from a variety of original Chinese cuisines like dim sum and char siu buns.
The overall environment had a corporate feel, nevertheless relaxing.

I enjoyed the minimalist shower rooms and of course, the elegant Asian street coffee cart for good measures.

The Flight Plan

Your Cathay Pacific Airbus A330-300 has 39 flat bed seats in their business class. When you step onto the plane, the layout runs 4 seats across with 7 rows back. Rows 11-18. Leaving 13 out because of tetraphobia. There’s art hanging around the cabin and vases of orchid mounted into the wall.

This section encased by two galley stations and two restrooms for business class only. There are two baby bassinets as well: one at 11A and one at 11K. Moving through the back galley you’ll find the rest of your business class mates. The forgotten rows of 19-21.

Although the seats are the same, they are closer to economy seating and are prone to noise. However, there are two popular seats back here that offer “more privacy”. We’ll talk about those later on.

Great Seating Style Equals Great Flight

A seat style that is comfortable and offers privacy are two important elements for business class. We don’t always need to be so friendly with our neighbour.

Cathay Pacific Business Class uses a common reverse herringbone seat to achieve comfort and seclusion. They are set in 1-2-1 fashion, meaning head for the window if you want more privacy. Should you be flying with your mate or partner, an aisle seat will give you the option to chat when you want.

The Airbus A330 sports an 82” pitch and 20.2” width, slightly less wide than their Boeing 777 seats. But fear not, for your feet still have plenty of space for maximum in-flight comfort. The reverse herringbone seats offer an easy control panel, spacious ottoman and good counter space.

For sleeping, you can recline the seat to completely flat instantly. The in-seat command centre has two options: sit or sleep. To increase your sleeping space, take advantage of the retractable armrest and spread out some more!

Each seat comes with a cozy blanket, pillow and amenities kit. In your amenities kit you’ll find toiletries, skin care products, socks and most importantly…sleep mask. The seats tend to be dark when the lights are out. However, it’s always nice to know you have a sleep mask on hand if need be.

What Seats You Should Avoid

Before we get to the best seats, let’s discuss where you should try not to sit when flying Cathay Pacific business class.

Why? Because you may not find the recommended best seats are available. If that’s the case you’ll need to know your options. So here’s some seats you’ll want to avoid if the best are taken up.

If 19G is left open on the map, try to avoid it. The seat is standard business with the amenities but you’re in direct line with the loo. Being that close can be bothersome because of the constant up and down of other passengers.

Row 18 in general. Should small sounds get on your nerve, avoid the tinkering of the galley right behind you. Personal preference, but we’ve noticed other travellers distaste in Row 18 as well for galley proximity.

Row 11. Galley and lavatory proximity…say no more.

This leaves us with 30 solid seats to choose from when flying with Cathay Pacific.

What Are The Best Seats

One of the best seats you’ll find on a business flight with Cathay Pacific is seat 20k. Extra stow space under the footrest, good location to the restroom and excellent privacy.

Don’t let the proximity to coach scare you off. The FA on Cathay are good with keeping out visitors and hushing cabin noise.

If you’re easily disturbed, shoot for window seats in row 15 (A,K). Both offer a fair amount of space away from the galleys and unwanted noise. General rule of thumb, go for window seats regardless if you’re flying solo.

A window seat that offers a secluded feel is 19A. Looking out your window you’ll find a sea of endless sky, while looking toward the cabin is the galley curtain. It’s believed that this seat offers travellers the highest feel of privacy throughout the plane.

Once You’re Settled Into Your Seat

You can finally kick off the shoes and enjoy the luxuries of flying Cathay Pacific Business Class. Personalised service (FA’s refer to you by name), a relaxing glass of champagne and a renowned entertainment system.

Cathay boasts their StudioCX entertainment system with a touch screen 15.4” TV and noise cancelling headphones. The system has 150 movies to choose from, both western and eastern.

Opt for films like Batman Vs. Superman, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and The Magnificent Seven. Or tune in for classic Chinese films, TED talks and audiobooks/radio.

Finding entertainment on StudioCX that’ll keep you occupied is inevitable. For those who need to charge phones and laptops, the seat offers international/usb ports for your convenience. Being on an overnight, sleeping may be your top priority over shows and screens.

When You Get Hungry

And what a meal it was. The approach to airline dining Cathay Pacific takes in business class is unique. They use locally sourced and sustainable ingredients to create a meal that’s good for you.

The company even partnered with Mandarin Oriental to improve their inflight dining experience.

A lot different than a traditional hot-box, prepackaged catering dinner. Salmon. Chinese soups. Mousse Cake. All welcoming rich, decadent flavours to your unsuspecting taste buds. And after finishing off the welcoming champagne, you’re greeted with an array of wines and drinks for your choosing.

At the moment, Cathay is offering these select wines for first/business class travellers: Jean-Marc Brocard Chabli Grand Cru 2013; Akarua Pinot Noir Bannockburn Central Otago 2013; Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi Mormoreto, Toscana IGT 2010; Yealands Estate Land Made Sauv Blanc Marlborough 2015; Rockbare McLaren Vale Shiraz 2014; Borsao Tres Picos DO Campo De Borja 2012.

Throughout the flight you can always ring your FA for a snack if you skip dinner and fall hungry. Should you wake with the sun, breakfast is a choice of Western or Chinese cuisines with Illy coffee.

Fleeting Words

Cathay Pacific Business Class is an excellent choice for business travellers. From pre-board to descent, their team provides top quality services to ensure all your needs are met. Refined lounges, private reverse herringbone seats and fine dining cuisine are a few of the luxury amenities that even the most savvy travellers can enjoy.

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It’s the 10th anniversary of the Sony World Photography Awards, and photographers from over 50 countries around the world are helping them celebrate.

More than 227,000 images were submitted for consideration this year. The competitors, a mix of professionals and amateurs, are vying for titles in four primary categories (Professional, Open, Youth, and Student Focus) and a variety of subcategories.

In the Professional competition, photojournalism and hard-hitting news photography sit side-by-side with fine-art, still-life and commercial work, as well as awe-inspiring images of the natural world and our travels within it. Photographers must submit a minimum of 5 and maximum of 10 images to compete. The winner is selected from the first place winners of all the Professional categories and earns the prestigious title of Photographer of the Year.

The Open category invites photographers of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels to take part in the world’s biggest photography competition. The judges award the best single images from across 10 diverse categories, ranging from Architecture and Landscape to Still Life and Street Photography.

The Youth competition, for all photographers aged 12-19, recognises the next generation of talented young creators. The final category, Student Focus, is open to anyone undertaking a full-time photography course at a registered university.

Scott Gray, CEO of the World Photography Organisation, said in a statement:

“This year, more than any other, the entries to the Sony World Photography Awards have shown great integrity and are characterized by their considered approach. Beautiful works of photographic art, not snapshots, have been presented to the judges and I am delighted to see that our esteemed juries have chosen to reward the pure skill, artistic interpretation and thoughtfulness of the photographer, rather than simply the subject matter the photographer has captured.”

Judge Damien Demolder added, “It has been a pleasure and an inspiration to be exposed to such a volume of great work, and a privilege too that I could share in the personal moments, the joys, tears, life and losses of photographers from all around the globe who recorded their experiences through their pictures.”

The Sony World Photography Awards have now announced the shortlisted winners for 2017. They will go on to compete for the latest Sony digital imaging equipment, plus US$25,000 for the Photographer of the Year, $5000 for the overall open category winner, and €30,000 worth of equipment for the university of the Student Focus winner.

The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony in London on 20th April. Beginning the following day, the winning, shortlisted and commended images will be on show as part of the Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition at Somerset House, also in London. The exhibition will run until 7th May, then go on a worldwide tour.

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The universal notion of a Sunday Cruise was given a rude awakening tonight when a AU$450,000 McLaren 650S was totalled on Sydney’s iconic Harbour Bridge.

The accident occurred at around 7:30pm in a south-bound lane which left the exotic in an irreparable state.

The photo taken by The Motor Tailor just moments after the accident shows a white McLaren 650S wearing a striking red stripe with its gull wing doors opened and the rear suspension arms completely ripped off – wheels included.

Not a hangover I’d want on a Sunday arvo…. McLaren 650s just totalled on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Driver and passenger ok but a cool half a million down the drain #mclaren #mclaren650s #mclaren650sspider #sydneycars #ripmclaren

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Carbon fibre panels, aluminium suspension arms and wires can be seen strewn around the car making for one of the saddest moments in Sydney’s supercar scene.

The Motor Tailor reported that both the driver and passenger walked away okay however their wallets maybe half a million dollars lighter after tonight.

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No matter how far from home you travel, one thing is guaranteed: you’ll be able to find a cup of joe when your caffeine cravings start.

Coffee shops are as ubiquitous as fast food joints, but they’re not nearly so bad for your health (this one excepted) and they’re far easier on the eyes. Coffee shop culture is officially a thing now, and proprietors have responded by ramping up the style factor in their cafes.

Some go modern; some go classic. Some go minimalist; some go to the max. Whatever flavour you prefer, there are coffee shops out there serving up design ideas you’ll want to swipe for your home. Check out the gallery above for inspiration and read below for the lessons learned.

Exposed Can Be Inviting

Done wrong, industrial design can feel unwelcoming or cold. But done right, it’s a warm and masculine way to dress a space. Just look at Coffee Academics in Hong Kong, Cafe Kitsuné in Paris, and Plein Air in Chicago. These shops boast many of the hallmarks of industrial design – exposed brick, visible piping, bare Edison bulbs – without sacrificing cosiness. The Butcher’s Daughter in New York City adds even more warmth by incorporating greenery and wood elements.

Surprise And Delight

The devil is in the details, and so is the delight. Your home should feel like your home, with thoughtfully placed details that express your personality. Mahika Mano in Tokyo welcomes guests to lounge in hammocks suspended throughout the cafe. Skye Coffee in Barcelona brings a vehicle indoors. Truth Coffee Roasting in Cape Town goes bold with a floor to ceiling steampunk theme.

Embrace Bold Colours

A coat of paint is an easy way to refresh a room. Don’t be afraid to experiment with colour if you’re open to a more daring look. Milan’s Bar Luce was designed by film director Wes Anderson, who is famous for his eccentric use of colour. The teal walls of Stuttgart’s Café Pause feel strong but soothing. Jury in Coburg opts for a trendy palette in an ultra Instagrammable geometric pattern. And speaking of patterns, Alfred {Coffee + Kitchen} in Los Angeles proves that even black and white can be bold.

Less Is Sometimes More

If a neutral palette is more your speed, there are plenty of minimalist coffee shops with design ideas worth stealing. Monocle Café and Coastal Café, both in England, have little in the way of colour but boast an abundance of serenity. AP Cafe in Brooklyn strips its aesthetic back even more.

Good Art Makes The Space

Accessorising is key. Art enlivens your space and adds unique character, and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune to do it. The Cake in Kiev adds a pop of colour in the form of a Jeff Koons sculpture. Single O in Botany opts for a modern statement with a mural painted directly on the wall. Finland’s Logomo Café in Turku makes an even louder statement by turning the entire shop into a work of art.

Bring The Outside Inside

Yes, flowers can be masculine and indoor gardens are a perfect way to make sure your home is a tranquil escape from reality. Australia’s Grounds of Alexandria is famous for its bounty of greenery. Beijing’s Café 27 also brings nature indoors with plants and plentiful wood. Other coffee shops, like Caffe Streets in Chicago and Sightglass on 20th in San Francisco, opt for a full wood aesthetic. And who wouldn’t want to curl up in Fuglen? The Tokyo cafe looks like the living room of our dreams.

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