BEHIND CLOSED DOORS

A certain image comes to mind when discussing members’ clubs: whisky swirling in fine crystal, a fire in the grate, perhaps a stag head or two mounted on the wall. These clubs may have their roots in such imagery, but their modern incarnations may prove surprising.

The ‘old boys’ mentality has largely given way to a bold spirit; it is within such establishments that the world’s leading entrepreneurs, cultural icons and creative powerhouses gather to exchange ideas and break new ground. The central tenets of privacy and exclusivity remain, however – as does a proclivity for exquisite decor, state-of-the-art facilities and bespoke service – prompting a global resurgence of the private