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Elizabeth Kerr
Elizabeth Kerr has been writing on film, culture, travel and property among other things for nearly 15 years while living in Hong Kong, and is an admitted space nerd whose proudest life achievement to date was attending ComicCon. She is a staunch advocate of butter, sugar, caffeine, cheese and chocolate.
Celebrities from Johnny Depp to George Clooney have bought remote escapes, but it isn’t all sunshine and cocktails – here’s why
One of Hawaii’s most exclusive oceanfront homes, perched high above a stream plunging into the sea, it has been the backdrop to shows like Love Island and was once rented out by Justin Bieber
OMA’s iconoclastic Taipei Performing Arts Centre marries low and high culture, inside and out, and makes an argument for a place on architectural tours
Fit for a king, here’s everything you need to know about the Woodside estate, the most expensive home to ever be listed in the Bay Area
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The Spanish colonial-style home was redesigned by Will & Grace and Entourage’s set decorator in a mix-match style, and offers views of the Griffith Observatory
No chimney, no problem – from miniature Christmas trees to eco-friendly wreaths and even faux snow, these flat decor ideas will get your space ready for the holiday season in no time
In a notoriously resource-intensive industry, Hong Kong’s Penicillin is among a handful of nightlife venues blazing a trail in reducing food and water wastage, packaging and single-use glass
Supersalone, a special edition of the Milan Furniture Fair, showcased next year’s homeware trends with stunning new pieces by luxury brands like Bulgari, Dior, Gucci and Hermès
Formerly owned by real estate mogul Howard Ruby – who once compared it to a Fabergé egg – and his wife Yvette Mimieux, the mansion recalls a grand Italian villa along the Amalfi coast …
With patrons like Queen Elizabeth, Alex Ferguson and Steven Spielberg, sports such as dressage, show jumping, polo and horse racing take exceptionally deep pockets – but how did this lofty reputation begin?
Celebs like Rihanna, Bella Hadid and Kim Kardashian have all rocked the red carpet in René Caovilla – meet the man running the nearly century-old family business
Nasa sent Sally Ride into space for a total of 14 days, while Mae Jemison, the first black astronaut, got a cameo on Star Trek after her space flight – meet the women who pioneered global space travel
The city’s premier clubs, many occupying fabulously valuable real estate, compete to attract new members with all kinds of culinary venues, sports facilities and social events – so which suits you best?
To many drinkers the Mexican spirit remains forever associated with spring break parties, bitter lemon slices and brutal hangovers – can the growing wave of celebrity spirit brands really change this age-old reputation?
Every year the Pantone Color Institute designate one colour to define the following 12 months – except that after the year we just had, they decide we needed two shades for 2021
Sula Wines once sold one million cases in a year, a first for an Asian label, so why are oenophiles still so surprised to hear that countries like India, Japan, Korea and China produce great wine?
Why are Hollywood’s hottest couple selling the sprawling Beverly Hills home they bought from Rihanna four years ago, and what do you get for the money? Take a look inside and find out
Decorated with works by female artists and emphasising bold geometries, and vibrant and tactile interiors, Roksanda Ilincic’s design suggests a defining female perspective
Divided rooms with screens to preserve privacy, bespoke furnishings and and extra room to display the client’s art collection
Reviving tourism after the pandemic is vital for the Maldives’ economy, but threatened by climate change, government and high end resorts are making sustainability and the environment an equal priority
Modern Florence is about far more than the Old Masters, as the Renaissance capital’s world-class museums inspire inclusive open-air works by contemporary trendsetters like Clet and Blub
Located outside the Austrian capital, historic Vienna House has been transformed into a contemporary family home while keeping the past alive
He avoided paying estate taxes on a US$12.3 billion inheritance, he is the owner of luxury property developer Grosvenor Group and keeps his personal life private
Following his 1936 abdication from the throne Edward VIII and his wife, divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson, went into exile in the Bahamas – and now their former home is up for sale
As domestic travel is starting to see a comeback, recent surveys have identified where and what Chinese travellers are looking for once international destinations open up again
Check out the latest releases from luxury French skincare range La Prairie, upmarket Swiss jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels, French menswear brand Berluti, Malaysian developer KSK Land and high-end British speaker manufacturer KEF
Hotels are fighting back against the impact of coronavirus – which has decimated the global hospitality industry – by offering packages designed to create unforgettable experiences
Forget Napa Valley – let’s toast the new wine hotspots of Slovenia, Portugal and even Texas
It’s welcome to Hollywood for the Italian fashion house’s high-end restaurant concept, which is now landing in celeb-centric Beverly Hills
In the age of flight shaming, the name of the game is transformation, slowing down, disconnecting – and doing it all with the smallest carbon footprint possible
