Vicky Richardson

🏠 Zaha Hadid passed at 65 in 2016, profoundly impacting the architectural world. In 2013, Hadid founded the Zaha Hadid Foundation (ZHF) with goals to support youth in architecture, manage her archives, and establish a museum. Her archives were relocated to Shad Thames, London, in 2018. By 2016, Hadid completed 35 buildings and left 35 projects unfinished. ZHF, led by Aric Chen since 2025, aims to make Hadid's significant 300,000-object archive accessible.

🏡 Nicole Hollis, based in San Francisco, is renowned for high-end residential design and sophisticated hospitality projects, including work for Rosewood Hotels. Her recent ventures include a homeware collection and a tableware collaboration with Saint Louis, launching this autumn. Hollis effortlessly blends art and coastal vibes from Hawaii into her hosting style. Noteworthy for relaxed gatherings, she favors pre-mixed cocktails, charcuterie boards, and unique ice cream flavors, maintaining a dynamic and engaging atmosphere at her events.

🗺 Cedar + Skye in Sea Ranch, California, features a 25-foot ceiling and offers access to 50+ miles of hiking trails. Cucu, located in WestMeath, Ireland, is a 20 sq m off-grid cabin priced from €225. El Hormiguero in Mindo, Ecuador, is a 24 sq m A-frame. JR’s Eco Hut in Nangus, Australia, showcases solar power and outdoor cooking. Skyhawk in Vermont, USA, accommodates eight for $375/night. Vipp Salaca River in Latvia spans 110 sq m, with rates from €375/night.

🎂 October 2026, Wallpaper* celebrated its 30th anniversary with a creative cake project. Visionaries from various industries, including Patricia Urquiola, Jon Gray, and Ma Yansong, contributed unique cake designs. The cakes, presented as drawings, objects, and edible creations, symbolized the magazine's influence over three decades. Notable entries include Bas Smets' landscape cake and Gucci’s recipe card. The event underscored Wallpaper*'s role in inspiring design and creativity worldwide.