Our Writers

Meet the team behind Modern & Affluent

Amina El-Sayed

Columnist, Design & Spaces

Amina El-Sayed is a columnist for Modern & Affluent's Design & Spaces section, where she explores the intersection of sustainable architecture, minimalist interior design, and the psychology of space.

Sustainable ArchitectureMinimalist Interior DesignDesigner and Architect Profiles

Chen Wei

Staff Writer, The Collection

Chen Wei is a Staff Writer for The Collection, specializing in the vintage watch market, investment-grade collectibles, and wealth management. He delivers meticulous, data-driven analysis to help readers navigate the complex world of passion assets.

The Vintage Watch MarketInvestment-Grade CollectiblesAuction Previews and Results

Isabella Montoya

Correspondent, The Americas

Isabella Montoya is the Correspondent for The Americas at Modern & Affluent, covering experiential luxury travel, superyacht reviews, and sustainable hospitality. Her work focuses on uncovering exclusive, transformative journeys through vivid first-person narratives that connect readers to the future of eco-tourism and high-end adventure.

Experiential Luxury TravelSuperyacht and Expedition Vessel ReviewsFirst-Person Travel Narratives

Julian Abernathy

Senior Editor, Culture & Dialogue

As the Senior Editor of Culture & Dialogue for Modern & Affluent, Julian Abernathy covers the contemporary art market, major gallery exhibitions, and cultural philanthropy. His writing offers readers a sophisticated analysis of the intersection of contemporary art, society, and capital.

The Contemporary Art MarketMajor Gallery ExhibitionsArtist Studio Visits

Olivier Dubois

Contributing Editor, Taste

As Contributing Editor for Taste, Olivier Dubois covers Michelin-starred dining, oenology, and the art of entertaining. His writing offers readers an elegant guide to global culinary trends and the sophisticated lifestyles shaping contemporary gastronomy.

Michelin-Starred Restaurant ReviewsWine and OenologyProfiles of Iconic Chefs