DON’T MISS: Sakenohana Restaurateur Alan Yau’s highly anticipated Japanese eatery, with traditional cypress and slate interiors by acclaimed architect Kengo Kuma, opens in mid-September in St. James, London
HONG KONG Mobile Art The buzz has already begun on Zaha Hadid’s collapsible capsule designed for Chanel to house a traveling exhibit of contemporary art. But fans will have to wait until January to see it.
NEW YORK CITY Just Cavalli Check out Roberto Cavalli’s diffusion line at his new Fifth Avenue flagship, where the Italian designer’s sexy fare can be had for a more affordable price.
TOKYO The Peninsula Architect Kazukiyo Sato’s new 24-story, 314-room “lantern” structure at the entrance to Ginza is sure to appeal to jet-lagged travelers. The hotel’s full-service spa and heated swimming pool are perfect places to unwind.
NEW YORK CITY Ettore Sottsass A show of new work by the iconic architect and designer will inaugurate the Friedman Benda gallery (Sept. 19–Oct. 27).
NEW YORK CITY The Plaza Denizens are anticipating the reopening of this landmark hotel and residence. Baccarat has been commissioned to create five crystal chandeliers to illuminate the lobby.
PARIS Hôtel Bellechasse Beloved French couturier Christian Lacroix just added the chic redesign of this hotel in St. Germain to the list of projects he has completed in time to commemorate his 20 years in fashion.
LONDON London Design Festival As part of Tent London, an event within the increasingly popular festival, 40 designers have created Corian pieces to mark 40 years of the material (Sept. 15-25).