Gian Marco Castelberg
Gian Marco Castelberg, born in Chur, formed part of the movement Gruppe autodidaktische Fotographen GAF and worked for a number of renowned photographers. A freelancer since 2002, he works for national and international media. Gian Marco is the contributing photographer to The Brander for Europe.
Little Black Dress – Shows True Color
Joanna Skoczylas and Eliane Diethelm set about reinterpreting the timeless classic "la petite robe noire" in every single collection they create. Continue »
Tossa – A Brand in Flux
Sonia Loosli and Beat Hübscher gradually established their furniture brand on the banks of the river Töss over the course of time. Today, the brand is poised for the next transition. Continue »
Bachtellachs ‒ Going against the Flow
On a small fish farm in a valley by the Bachtel, a modest mountain in the Canton of Zurich, Yves Christian Sacher breeds Bachtellachs, or Bachtel salmon, a fine freshwater fish that is destined for upscale gastronomical ... Continue »
Three Brothers, Three Stars: Joan, Josep, and Jordi Roca
Playful creativity, genuine hospitality, and authenticity are the main ingredients in top-tier restaurant El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, Spain Continue »
Ticketsbar – Gourmet Cuisine at a Reduced Rate
Albert Adrià creates one-of-a-kind tapas, making the delights of gourmet cuisine accessible to all. Continue »
Leyla Piedayesh – a dreamer with both feet firmly on the ground
Lala Berlin finds inspiration in the city streets. And on the Internet. Continue »
Titoni: A Watchmaker Who Doesn't Peddle Dreams
Long before his competitors, Daniel Schluep, owner and director, positioned their high-quality watches in China. Continue »
Figlmüller – Home of the Schnitzel
Viennese siblings Hansi and Thomas Figlmüller have never expected success to be handed to them on a platter. A modern approach and traditional values are the key ingredients in their business recipe. Continue »
Création Baumann - The stuff of dreams
"Création Baumann textiles look to the trends, but are not trendy," says CEO and company owner Philippe Baumann. Continue »
MuseumsQuartier Wien
How Daniela Enzi and Andreas Miedaner created the cultural label MQ Wien to showcase other brands. Continue »
FREITAG – Weathers Every Storm
The unconventional brand FREITAG not only takes its name from creators Daniel and Markus Freitag: it also rises to every challenge they face. Continue »
Julia Saner – Final Destination Unknown
Although she had never given a career as a model serious consideration, in the space of just a year, Julia Saner has achieved more in the fashion world than most dare hope for in their wildest dreams. Continue »
Eternit – a uniquely versatile and timeless material
Norwegian-born Anders Holte has established Swiss fiber cement, known simply as Eternit in Switzerland, as a premium ecological construction material that is sought after by star architects. Continue »
Temptation that weighs a few grams only
Carine Gilson – From love at first sight to an established brand Continue »
Nectar & Pulse – urban nomads with a flair for business
Tanja Sieder and Carina Schichl talk about soulmates, city trips, and startups. Continue »
Peter Brabeck – Elevating brand management to an art form
Nestlé’s chairman and former long-time CEO Peter Brabeck-Letmathe explains how a global concern should be run and what strong brands are made of. Continue »
Delvaux – a brand that predates its homeland
Artistic Director Veronique Branquinho upholds the tradition of a strong-minded woman leaving her mark at the illustrious leather goods company Delvaux in Brussels. Continue »
One bar, one man, one brand – Schumann’s
Germany’s best-known barkeeper has become a living brand along with his premises on Munich’s Odeonsplatz. Continue »
Marco Campomaggi: «Time does not diminish our products.»
With his brand, this nonconformist captures the spirit of the times. Continue »
Horgenglarus – where a chair is not just a chair
Why a small factory in Glarus produces the best chairs in the world Continue »
Brasserie des Franches Montagnes BFM
Beer maker Jérôme Rebetez – a brand resistant original brews up a storm Continue »
René Burri – “I’m Not a Purist”
Photographer René Burri about the brands “Magnum”, “Che”, and “Burri” Continue »
Kiton – From Label to Brand
Antonio de Matteis belongs to the new generation at Italian luxury brand Kiton Continue »
Grappa Berta - Unlike Brothers Follow in their Parents' Footsteps
In order to retain as much of the pure, unadulterated flavor, Gianfranco and Paolo Berta process the original product as little as possible. Continue »
Caffè Ferrari – stoking coal instead of raking in the cash
True passion does not extinguish upon reaching retirement age. That’s why Renato Ferrari simply never stopped working in the trade that ignites his passion: coffee. Continue »
Simon Jacomet – highflier against the odds
Zai, the company with the perfectly formed skis, and its founder: A source of wonder to the design world – and a source of despair to the competition. Continue »
Michel Péclard – ascends the throne with a dash of courage
The unconventional restaurateur transformed the traditional confectionary Café Schober into his own brand. Continue »
Pedrazzini – Boat design that reflects glamorous sophistication
Claudio Pedrazzini merges Italian elegance with Swiss boatbuilding craftsmanship to create the perfect motorboat. Continue »
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