Jonathan Bell
Jonathan Bell has written for Wallpaper* magazine since 1999, covering everything from architecture and transport design to books, tech and graphic design. He is now the magazine’s Transport and Technology Editor. Jonathan has written and edited 15 books, including Concept Car Design, 21st Century House, and The New Modern House. He is also the host of Wallpaper’s first podcast.
Latest articles by Jonathan Bell
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New Porsche Cayenne Electric makes a case for a sporting life with lashings of technology
The next-gen Cayenne gets its first all-electric model, a mighty SUV that’s also the first Porsche with wireless charging
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Rolls-Royce pushes pixels with this retro-game inspired edition of the Black Badge Ghost
Ready Player One? The Black Badge Ghost Gamer is a bespoke super-luxury limousine infused with the style and shape of 8-bit arcade graphics
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Step back in time with the newly released Analogue 3D gaming console
Lovers of the Nintendo N64’s pixel-perfect gameplay can now indulge their favourite console classics thanks to masterful hardware of the new Analogue 3D
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 has innovation at its heart – a 3D-printed titanium case
We delve into Apple’s pioneering use of 3D-printed metal, and how it ties in with the company’s path to carbon neutrality
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Peugeot's Polygon Concept city car of tomorrow exists in the frantic online world of Fortnite
Peugeot pitches its new design language to the gaming community with a concept car designed for virtual worlds
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The new Bentley Supersports pares back the luxury to create a screaming two-seater
Bentley redefines its iconic grand tourer with a lightweight performance variant that strips out the trim and the tech and adds in refined dynamics and more visual drama than ever before
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Out of office: The Wallpaper* editors’ picks of the week
The rain is falling, the nights are closing in, and it’s still a bit too early to get excited for Christmas, but this week, the Wallpaper* team brought warmth to the gloom with cosy interiors, good books, and a Hebridean dram
By Anna Solomon Published
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McLaren Special Operations deals itself a winner with the Las Vegas-inspired Project Viva
We delve into the world of McLaren Special Operations, discover what the deal is with Project Viva, spec our own hypercar and explore the role of the Pure McLaren experience
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The NordicTrack Ultra Reformer Series brings Pilates into the iFIT home ecosystem
iFIT brings the Pilates studio experience into the home environment with the new NordicTrack Ultra Reformer Series
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Bang & Olufsen bring the noise with the refined and ultra rare Beolab 90 Titan Edition speakers
Strictly limited edition, exquisitely hand crafted and reassuringly expensive, the Beolab 90 Titan Edition speaker celebrates the company’s centenary
By Jonathan Bell Published
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A refined Indian country residence reimagines the farmhouse
Set among Karnataka’s rolling fields and forest, House by the Grove by Taliesyn Design & Architecture combines modern materials with an open approach to the elements
By Jonathan Bell Published
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New speakers for every space, from all-in-one systems to high-end towers
Experience the highs and lows of your favourite audio in crisp detail with this selection of seven new speakers, large and small
By Jonathan Bell Published
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LG rolls out its ThinQ AI into a sleek new crew of connected home helpers
The age of thinking washing machines is well upon us, thanks to companies like LG and its ThinQ AI system, which harnesses artificial intelligence for better appliance integration
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Fancy owning a piece of French automotive history? Bid in The Renault Icons Auction
Renault is paring back its substantial collection of historic automobiles by auctioning off duplicate models. We present 14 of the finest lots
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The Mobilize Duo x TA is a limited-edition electric microcar, with graphics by TheArsenale
Renault’s Mobilize brand has launched another collaboration with creative agency TheArsenale, fitting out the diminutive Duo with fresh colours and graphics
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Love Hultén’s new book of audio experiments is weird and wonderful
‘Love Hultén: Works II’ assembles the latest eccentric sonic creations from the Swedish artist and instrument maker
By Jonathan Bell Published
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LeShuttle ups its game with a forthcoming new terminal design by Hollaway Studio
LeShuttle’s overhauled terminal in Folkestone will befit its role as the prime hub for the channel tunnel and as a gateway into Europe
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Sound stages: the debut of two spatial audio products from Focal and Bang & Olufsen
The curtain goes up on two new premium soundbars, the Focal Mu-so Hekla and the Beosound Premiere from B&O, bringing architectural elegance to spatial audio
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Swedish tech brand Transparent launches its Aroma Diffuser for the home
The audio specialist moves into the olfactory zone with its latest product, the elegant Aroma Diffuser
By Jonathan Bell Published
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GlasWerks DMV debuts the Elevato, a radically revised Ferrari designed for off-road adventures
The GlasWerks DMV Elevato started life as a GTC4 Lusso but has been transformed into an all-terrain performance machine with a V12 at its heart
By Jonathan Bell Published
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The Eagle Lightweight GTR is a minimalist expression of racing car aesthetics
Eagle E-Types is renowned for its stewardship of Jaguar’s iconic 1960s sports car. With this one-off Lightweight GTR version, the company has pushed its ethos to the limit
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Formula E reveals GEN4, the latest iteration of its powerful all-electric race car
Faster, more efficient and with more recyclability than ever before, the GEN4 Formula E car will make its competitive debut in the 2026/27 season
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Teenage Engineering gets playful with two new devices, Riddim and Ting
The new EP–40 Riddim and EP–2350 Ting from Teenage Engineering are infused with authentic dub and reggae sounds and effects
By Jonathan Bell Published
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Bang & Olufsen Reloved brings expertly refurbished tech to design-loving audiophiles
Bang & Olufsen’s new Reloved initiative expands the company’s focus on quality, circularity and sustainability
By Jonathan Bell Published
