What the tiny Alpine state of Liechtenstein lacks in size, it more than makes up for in talent – especially for business and finance. And its royal dynasty is at the heart of that success.
Prince Hans-Adam II heads not only the reigning family, but also LGT, the country’s largest bank. His nephew, Prince Alexander, and Alexander’s wife, German-born Princess Astrid, are an entrepreneurial force in their own right, with interests in technology, pharmaceuticals and furnishings.
‘I was a bit scared of how big the villa was so I asked my parents to live here with me. They stayed for 12 years’
Princess Astrid
Under the banner Crown Designs, Astrid creates luxury interiors for boutiques, hotels and residences,