Coffee Table at the Ready

Taschen is set to launch its first store in Asia, helping us all to up our coffee table game. These publishers take cool very seriously, with effortlessly stylish books covering topics from Degas to dachshunds – and they don't skip the other 25 letters of the alphabet, either. I've heard whispers that they're set to open in what will be the new culture hub: the restored Central Police Station. As well as restaurants and stores, this space will also have a main art gallery and a series of art-related showstoppers alongside an auditorium for outdoor performances. It's opening at the end of May and will definitely be the new haven for the city's trendy set.