I just discovered Mint, while reviewing furniture designer Soojin Kang. The shop was established in 1998 in Central London by Lina Kanafani, and offers exclusive cutting edge works by internationally recognized designers. It presents design in the context of a living space using an eclectic mix of furniture and unique objects. Read the full story

Opened in Paris last March, the 16,000 Sq foot concept store, is the new mecca for design and fashion lovers alike. Now in her sixties, Marie France Cohen and her husband, (who also created the chic children brand Bonpoint, 30 years ago), have founded yet another brilliant endeavor. Merci is the first “Charity Store” ( or Magasin Solidaire ) in France, it means that 100% of their profit will go to a charity association helping women and kids in Madagascar ( one of the poorest countries in the world ). Read the full story