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his issue is a celebration of the future of design, exploring the cutting edge of technology and the next
generation of creative talent. Autonomous technologies like articifial intelligence (AI) and advances
in neuroscience represent a potential revolution in how we live — and this includes the spaces we
inhabit and how we function within them. We open the issue with a pivotal essay on the science of
design (page 36) by Bonnie Vaughan, which explains the notion of neuro-architecture and allows us
to imagine living in a space that’s been devised to nurture our mental and physical wellbeing. And AI
expert Ashwini Asokan (page 76) invites us to envision an app that can personally style our homes
according to our tastes via an algorithm.
But the future of interiors is of course always a mix between adopting the new and curating the timeless. We also
celebrate the joy of collecting, recycling and fusing contemporary design with antique pieces. No one mixes old and new
with a more contemporary eye than legendary designer Axel Vervoordt and we take a peek into his stylish life (page 79).
We also take note of where new and future-focused centres of design talent are emerging across the globe, from
Tel Aviv to Shanghai and Mexico City (page 151). This urban inspiration is juxtaposed beautifully with our luxury travel
special this month, which tempts us back to nature with images of the most inspiring escapes — from luxurious safaris
in Kenya to exquisite coastal lodges in Sri Lanka.
And for those looking for inspiration closer to home, we have the ultimate kitchen and bathroom special (page 163).
It is packed with advice for the most important and functional rooms in the house from leading designers and creatives.
There’s so much to inspire and indulge in this month!34 vogueliving.com.auPHOTOGRAPHER: MICHAEL NAUMOFF. HAIR & MAKE-UP: CLAIRE THOMSONEditor’s letter