FOMO – are you familiar with this buzzword? It’s short for “fear of missing out”, a phenomenon that likes to strike in everyday life and sometimes even makes an appearance on holiday. With the constant anxiety of missing out on something, we end up missing where the journey should actually be taking us: far away from stress and to-do lists.
Gallery at the Albertina ▪ Zetter opens exhibition autumn in the new showroom zetter ▪ projects with solo presentation of the exceptional artist Erwin Wurm on the occasion of his 70th birthday
Even as a child, she was welcomed by the guests at her parents’ establishment with a glass of schnapps in their hands. As a born and bred “Puschterin” [someone from Pustertal] and with experience in hospitality, Gudrun Huber now runs the Hofergut in her South Tyrolean homeland. With a great deal of passion and enthusiasm, she looks after both her guests and the almost 1,000-year-old property. She’s like the Fairy Godmother of the building. We asked her about where the walls express their historic charm, which collector’s items are hidden here and what she takes out of the smokehouse at night, plus much more.
Imagine walking into a room full of building blocks, vivid colours and joyful music. What do you feel? A sense of lightness, perhaps a small tingle of anticipation? Or do you just think: Right, where shall I start with all this?
Maybe just allow your imagination to run wild and use them to build a house? After all, playing isn’t just for children. Play is also a valuable resource in our adult lives, but it’s so easily forgotten among all the pressure and stress.
The Murou Art Forest, also known as Murouji Sampo no Mori, is a unique art park in Nara Prefecture, Japan. This park combines breathtaking natural scenery with impressive modern art and offers visitors an unrivalled experience. Nestled in the wooded hills of Uda, the Murou Art Forest creates a harmonious connection between art and nature that attracts both locals and tourists.
Stora Enso, the second largest forestry company in the world, will soon move into their new headquarters. The Katajanokan Laituri complex is set to be both a masterpiece of Finnish timber construction – and also climate neutral. Its aesthetics are reminiscent of grandmaster Alvar Aalto.
Natural materials, an earthy colour palette, handmade light fittings and baskets, bespoke designer furniture from their own shop, antiques and a special fragrance – the interior of The Wild is a love letter to modern design and ancient Greece: paradise with a delightfully wild side.
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Do you know the lily with the chequerboard pattern? This special flower even grows wild in the Hungarian town of Sárvár. And its Latin word Fritillaria meleagris gives its name to the Melea – The Health Concept. What is it? A wonderful place to blossom for a long life – thanks to the Melea-method.
Perched in the hills of Los Angeles, the Flamingo Estate is a vibrant and eclectic retreat that combines lush gardens, organic farming, and a dedication to wellness. Once a glamorous Hollywood hideaway, it has been transformed into a sanctuary that celebrates nature, creativity, and sustainable living.
It would actually be more appropriate to call Willi Stürz a master miner than a master cellarer, as he doesn’t store his most valuable wine in the cellar, but in the mountain tunnel. This wine was even awarded 100 Parker points in 2019. A portrait of the exceptional Epokale from the Cantina Tramin – a bottle that has made history in South Tyrol.
Dries van Noten is a Belgian fashion designer renowned worldwide for his innovative and avant-garde approach to fashion. Since founding his eponymous label in 1986, van Noten has established himself as one of the most influential and visionary designers in the industry. His works are characterized by a unique blend of artistic textiles, bold patterns, and an unconventional aesthetic that pushes the boundaries of traditional fashion.
The walk into the forest is taken literally here. Thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, the Hotel des Horlogers not only offers numerous panoramic views of the surrounding sea of spruce trees, you will also come across sculptures made of branches and oversized truffles. The Horloger’s culinary table takes you a little deeper into the forest. Guests are even invited to take off their shoes to feel the moss and wood shavings on the ground with their bare feet.
Industrial style and cosy mood. Gianfranco Ferré Home’s 2024 collection, introduced at Salone del Mobile, focuses on contrasts, exploring the harmony between seemingly opposing concepts. The metropolitan aesthetic typical of the brand can be found in industrial lines with metal elements, combined with organic shapes and soft fabrics to add depth and a sense of hospitality.
Eckhart Tolle shares how to practice presence with playful awareness and ease. He explains how to allow presence to naturally arise during everyday activities and waiting times. Eckhart also cautions against believing the mind’s negative self-talk that pulls you out of the now. Learn to perceive beyond limiting concepts and appreciate the aliveness all around you.
After extensive microsurgery, the Hotel El Palau Fugit, a former 18th century building in the Spanish city of Girona, opened its doors. Not without revealing numerous historical and contemporary treasures.
A symphony of shapes and design that fuses the past, present and future. The Collezione24 from cierre1972 is like a chessboard of possibilities, whether modern or classic, the 2024 collection adapts to every style individually and testifies to a great deal of craftsmanship paired with the highest quality materials!
All good things come in threes, so the saying goes. Among these good things is the trio of hosts at the Pfösl nature hotel. Brigitte, Eva and Daniel have created an oasis of well-being with a holistic concept in South Tyrol, near Bolzano.
We’re on a cliff on the east coast of Mallorca, where the pristine landscape is characterised by turquoise sea, red rocks and moss green trees. This is where the island shows its wild side. The bays are picturesque and the sunsets are perhaps a little more vibrant than in other places.