Tyler Brûlé

Born in Canada and based in the UK for the past 18 years, Tyler Brûlé began his career as a reporter for the BBC before turning to print journalism. In 1996, he launched Wallpaper* magazine, which became an instant publishing success and award-winning international phenomenon.

In May 2002, Brûlé sold his stake in Wallpaper* to focus on his design & advertising agency, Winkreative, which he established in 1998.

Since 2003, Brûlé has continued his editorial endeavours, creating two television series for BBC Four, The Desk and Counter Culture. Tyler has a regular column for the International Herald Tribune and also contributes to the New York Times Magazine.

In February last year, Tyler launched Monocle magazine, a monthly magazine delivering original coverage in global affairs, business, culture and design.