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Urban acrobatics
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Urban acrobatics

Parkour has hit the Middle East. This discipline - built on the philosophical premise that all obstacles can be surpassed - focuses on moving from one point to another as smoothly, efficiently and quickly as possible using the abilities of the human body.

28 Nov 2009 By Official Bespoke 5 min

Italian interiors
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Italian interiors

Italians and design go hand-in-hand and the latest offerings from Poltrona Frau Group’s high-end Italian design companies seem set to maintain the country’s position as a leader in international interior design.

30 Oct 2009 By Official Bespoke 4 min

Mural Arts: How Two Artists Revived a Forgotten Arab Town
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Mural Arts: How Two Artists Revived a Forgotten Arab Town

Mural arts What happens when two artists become the councillors of a town that was on the verge of obscurity? Something unexpected. Here is a rare story about the rebirth of a forgotten Arab homeland and its transformation into a living testimony to culture, dialogue, reflection, life and

3 Oct 2009 By Official Bespoke 5 min

Two worlds coalesce
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Two worlds coalesce

Thanks to the exchange of culture and art, new ways have emerged in which to bridge the gap of misunderstanding that lies between the United States and that of the Muslim World.

2 Oct 2009 By Official Bespoke 4 min

How to lose money in London
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How to lose money in London

Whether you're an experienced property investor or simply someone who's looking to buy a home in England’s capital, London’s property market has always had an enduring appeal despite the global depression - just mind these seven deadly investment sins.

28 Sep 2009 By Official Bespoke 5 min

Fire starter
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Fire starter

There’s nothing more basic, more primitive than man’s need for fire. We’ve been taking it for granted for millennia. These days there are all sorts of tools that make the creation of fire a cinch, you might even have one in your pocket, or sitting on the table in front of you.

24 Sep 2009 By Official Bespoke 1 min

Paradise found
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Paradise found

In a world of infinite choice, one expression of individualism, of personal luxury stands head and shoulders above the crowd – the desire to own your own private island. What could be more relaxing, more exclusive or more pleasurable than relaxing on your personal beach, far from the maddi

14 Sep 2009 By Official Bespoke 2 min

Conquering the souk
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Conquering the souk

The markets of Marrakech are a shopper’s paradise but they can also be rather overwhelming. How to survive the souks and return home with some real gems? One option is to hire a personal shopper and make the whole experience a lot more relaxed.

9 Sep 2009 By Official Bespoke 3 min

Beyond Harrods: A Shopper's Guide to London's Hidden Gems
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Beyond Harrods: A Shopper's Guide to London's Hidden Gems

Worth Shopping At Everybody knows about Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and Liberty so we thought we would show where else you could do some retail therapy: Alfies Antique Market Alfies has been operating out of an Edwardian department store for over 30 years and with over 70 stalls yo

6 Sep 2009 By Official Bespoke 2 min

Extreme Getaways: Bespoke's Pick of the World's Most Thrilling Escapes
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Extreme Getaways: Bespoke's Pick of the World's Most Thrilling Escapes

Writer: Louis Parks TITLE: Extreme getaways INTRO: Summer’s here and it’s time to head out and have some fun, some extreme fun. There is a wealth of options when it comes to extreme getaways and Bespoke has found some of the best in the world and the Middle East for your enjoyment. Be it c

18 Aug 2009 By Official Bespoke 6 min

Worrying Heights
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Worrying Heights

There’s no need to escape to Europe or the US to get your climbing fix. The Middle East offers a wide range of experiences, whether you’re a beginner or an expert. Bespoke recently tackled a route in the Lebanon range and survived to tell the tale.

12 Aug 2009 By Official Bespoke 4 min

Against the grain
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Against the grain

An exiled Iraqi architect’s home presents a paradigm of a free thinker’s vision of reconciliation between our region and the West. Celebrated, incarcerated, respected, yet misunderstood, Rifat Chadirji is a principal personality of our time.

11 Aug 2009 By Official Bespoke 5 min