The Spring Edit: Explore

When I travel, I always look for one-of-a-kind places that is created, curated for a reason, a purpose - often with a bit of a history, filled with beautiful arts and books. Spring has finally sprung, I can’t wait to get out of this winter rut and thought I’d share some of my favorites around Europe for you to be inspired this Spring.

Hab Galerie - Nantes, France

A centre dedicated to modern art which houses regular exhibitions. Located at the western tip of the Ile de Nantes, the space is better known to locals as the Hangar à Bananes, the Banana Warehouse. This dates back some 60 years, to the time when the climate-controlled warehouse stored bananas and pineapples from Africa. 

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Graanmarkt 13 - Antwerp

It’s a restaurant, high-end concept Store and apartment all in one. It's a special house, a warm and welcoming home, where everyone will feel at ease. Its majestic, traditional townhouse has been renovated by renowned Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen. 

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The Store X - Berlin, Germany

Spanning two floors of the Soho House, featuring a creative edit of fashion, furniture, music, art and books, alongside a restaurant as well as regular exhibitions in the studio. The Store X Berlin invites visitors to explore an innovative take on the retail experience, one that brings local and international creatives together in an ever-evolving conversation.

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Salts Mill - Yorkshire, UK

A gigantic Victorian Grade II* listed former textile factory, now filled with  art, books, flowers, food, and 21st century industry, also renowned for a wide selection of special things including our large collection of David Hockney original works, prints and books. Don’t miss the Salts Diner for a quick bite and cream tea, featuring Hockney’s dog, Stanley.

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