You can’t see it, but you can feel it – especially when it’s as pure as here in Aschau im Chiemgau, a small town in Bavaria where the exceptional quality of the air has even been proven to be good. The Agrad Chaletdorf is located on the outskirts of the idyllic climatic health resort in a landscape that lets you breathe a sigh of relief.
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The award-winning Floating University has taken up residence at the former stormwater retention basin of Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport. An archaic-looking stilt structure with futuristic light bodies, it is a place where urgent urban planning issues are re-examined.
WOHA from Singapore knows the innovative architectural standards of its city. With the Pan Pacific Orchard, it has designed a hotel that consists of twice as much green space as buildings.
The Reef Restaurant on the Chinese island of Shengshan is a project by Benedetta Tagliabue that celebrates the sea and coastal landscape as well as cultural heritage. Local materials and wood are to play a key role.
Bacalar – as enchanting as the word sounds, as magical is the Mexican place that bears this name. In the untouched nature of the lagoon town, the colours blue and green take on a whole new dimension, not only pleasing to the eye but also touching the soul. How do you build a resort here? With a lot of mindfulness. The Boca de Agua shows how. It blends in so seamlessly that you could be forgiven for thinking it was part of the ecosystem.
As the founder of an environmental design office, Yussef Agbo-Ola creates very special objects. He has even created something extraordinary for the Sharjah Architecture Triennial: the Nono: Soil Temple, which unites all aspects of life.
The next stage in the ambitious Red Sea Project is set to become a reality: the natural hotel resort Ummahat 9-3 by Japanese star architect Kengo Kuma. The exclusive villas with adjoining café and restaurant will open in 2024. Saudi Arabia’s entire tourism project promises responsible high-end tourism.
Nihi Sumba, often referred to as one of the best resorts in the world, is a luxurious hideaway on the Indonesian island of Sumba. Away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, this resort offers a unique blend of nature, culture and exclusivity that makes it an unrivalled destination.
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.
On June 22nd, we celebrate World Rainforest Day, a moment to reflect on the importance of these biodiversity treasures, crucial for ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. Amidst the many initiatives dedicated to forest conservation, exciting developments are emerging in the tourism sector.
In recent years, Mallorca has developed into a destination for sustainable tourism and mindful travel, making it the perfect place for environmentally conscious and relaxation-seeking travellers.
Sport boats, yachts, Italian marinas. Terms that stand for lifestyle and luxury – and not necessarily for sustainability. Green hydrogen refuelling stations, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, are now set to change that.
The Upper House will permanently change the cityscape of Brisbane, Australia. Koichi Takada Architects are harmonising the history of the country, nature and urban life.
Eigentlich setzt sich Industry of All Nations dafür ein, Produktionsmethoden für Konsumgüter neu zu denken. Doch jetzt hat das Design- und Entwicklungsbüro „The Landing House“ realisiert, einen Holzpavillon im Joshua Tree National Park. Der Kernvision blieb man dabei aber treu.
A wooden observation tower in the African savannah. Victor Ortiz’s design creates an extraordinary experience in the Kenyan Masai Mara plain.
The Apfelhotel in South Tyrol doesn’t fit into any category. It’s not rustic, but neither is it superchic. It is what it is, Erich Fried would say. It’s a happy place, we say.
The small kingdom has big plans: with the visionary “Mindfulness City”, an exemplary sustainable economic centre is to be created that fully complies with the philosophy of “Gross National Happiness”. It is being built according to a masterplan by Danish star architect Bjarke Ingels.
Foster + Partners have presented the designs for the Marine Life Institute. An architectural masterpiece that is to be built on the north-west coast of Saudi Arabia.