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Art in Karat – Up-and-coming goldsmith Luca Sonnentag on his passion

Files, pliers, and engraving tools lie within easy reach; an old workbench with its indentations bears witness to countless hours of work – Luca Sonnentag sits in his workshop near Schwäbisch Gmünd, a small town in Baden-Württemberg, and seems completely in his element. At just 24 years old, he belongs to a generation that has become rare: young people who consciously choose the time-honored craft of goldsmithing. For him, it is more than a profession; it is expression, precision, and passion all at once.

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Art on the floor – Carpets by cc-tapis

The Milan-based rugmaker cc-tapis brings a modern aesthetic to a centuries-old tradition. Knotted by hand in workshops in Nepal and India, the rugs reflect the brand‘s vitality and cultural depth in every fiber.

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Where Living Meets Art – The House of Kabs in Hamburg

The light pours through expansive glass facades; nine style worlds span from Scandi style to maximalism; in between, there is art and room to meet: the new “House of Kabs” in Hamburg’s City Nord is more than a showroom. Across more than 8,000 square meters, the family business has created a place where living can be experienced. On August 29, 2025, the flagship store opened, bringing together design, culture, and creativity. Managing director Robert A. Kabs talks in an interview about how the house came to be, his vision for the future of the furniture trade, and his drive to create spaces for inspiration.

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Whisky revisited – The brand Nc'nean

Annabel Thomas wants to spearhead a transformative movement within the industry and imbue whisky with an elevated allure accessible to all.

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Swiss Delicacies – The finest luxury watches

Since the 16th century when the reformer John Calvin prohibited the wearing of jewelry in Geneva, Switzerland has been synonymous with the fine art of watchmaking. The region’s master goldsmiths are respected today as the avante-garde of an ever-growing industry. Last year 700 companies exported precious timepieces from the Alpine country worth nearly 25 billion Swiss francs – a new record. 

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Pushing the recharge Button! – Mayrlife Health Resort Altaussee

Even if some medical practioners still turn up their noses at the idea of detox programs, demand for preventive healthcare has never been stronger. GG visited the popular Mayrlife Health Resort Altaussee in Austria and put its most booked program to the test. A personal experiment...

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Bohemian Haven – The iconic Hotel Chelsea in New York

Manhattan is full of iconic hotels, but few have had a cultural impact like the rock & rolling Hotel Chelsea. Under construction for over a decade, the legendary establishment has made a magnificent comeback.

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