Global Ikat: Roots and Routes of a Textile Technique

Ahead of his landmark auction at Dreweatts in May, artist, curator and avid collector James Perkins speaks to Camilla Frances about becoming a modern-day Dr Dolittle and creating a modern 'Grand Tour' at Parnham Park, his treasure-filled estate on Dorset's Jurassic Coast.

Welcome to our monthly guide to the events and exhibitions on Cabana's Radar: a global cultural bulletin and a must-read for anyone looking to keep their finger on the pulse of art and design. Read on to discover our May highlights - from TEFAF New York to London Craft Week. 

“Maybe it’s because we all just lost a huge swath of Los Angeles that I’ve been thinking back on the LA of my youth, of the city and world as I dreamed it then,” writes Chris Wallace. The writer and photographer takes a road trip back west, sharing a personal postcard from his LA.

Interior designer Alfredo Paredes was surprised to find fresh inspiration in a Victorian cottage on Shelter Island. A rush renovation, a few meaningful edits, and a porch made for listening to wind chimes bathed in sunlight, transformed the house into a mellow family haven with “an ever-changing vista” of Dering Harbor.

Miguel Flores-Vianna's world book signing tour hit London this week, fittingly held at Smythson's flagship shop on Sloane Street where the renowned photographer and author signed copies of his most personal book to date, wrapped in Smythson leather.

Take an exclusive tour of Cabana's first exhibition, curated by Deborah Needleman during Salone del Mobile 2025. The tastemaking editor and maker invited seven creative minds – Peter Schlesinger, Green River Project and Emily Bode, Dahyeon Yoo, Sophie Coryndon, James Cherry, and Sophie Wilson – to craft original works for Martina Mondadori's childhood home in Milan, using materials from LVMH Métiers d'Art. Read on to tour 'Speak, Memory' at Casa Cabana.

Step inside a layered 13th century apartment in Mechelen, Belgium, where the young homeowner - designer and collector Elena Van Dijck - has created a joyfully nostalgic space. Here, the Belgian art historian’s archaeological finds meet irreverent charm, carefully arranged objects and colorful textiles aplenty.

As if from dreams, Hong Kong suggests itself as a kind of amalgam of physical and psychic elements that I know intimately, writes Chris Wallace. The LA-born writer and photographer explores Hong Kong from dawn until dusk, sharing a beautiful postcard from a dazzling city that feels both new to him, and reassuringly familiar.

From the soft shade of buttercream walls to the bold drama of saffron silk, yellow has long been the color of warmth, optimism, and a certain unapologetic grandeur. Whether drenching an entire room or appearing as a single flourish, its presence transforms. Read on for inspirational yellow rooms from the World of Cabana, and beyond.

Promising to be "one of the best food cities there is", San Francisco balances quiet charm – best savored on a leisurely stroll – with breathtaking landmarks and cinematic views, according to California-based interior designer Heidi Caillier. She shares her personal guide to the Golden City.

Iranian-born interior designer Alidad sits down with Cabana to tackle our Masters & Muses interview, sharing insights and highlights from an illustrious career. With characteristic charm and humour, Alidad shares his dream dinner party guests, ideal (and nightmare) interiors, favourite fabrics, guilty pleasures, greatest challenges and more.

Rooms within the garden, rooms looking onto the garden, rooms inspired by the garden… Whatever guise they take, these indoor-outdoor, nature-filled spaces are undoubtedly good for the soul. We’ve gathered our favorite garden rooms, from the World of Cabana and beyond, as we get ready for Spring and all things Botanical.