Starting March 20, Osaka presents a unique retrospective of one of Japan’s most influential contemporary architects. YOUTH, an immersive exhibition on Tadao Ando’s life and work, unites large-scale installations, sketches, models, and multisensory spaces – celebrating the eternal youth of this now 83-year-old master.
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The Silk Lakehouse by the Shangri-La Group proves that adaptive reuse can achieve the heights of refined luxury. To preserve the nature reserve around China’s picturesque West Lake, Kokaistudios reduced the building’s mass and replaced paved areas with greenery.
With the very first “Servus,” you can feel it: the genuine, down-to-earth, and warm-hearted Bavarian soul. But what happens when traditional dialect meets modern design? The answer lies in the Agrad Chalets on the edge of Aschau im Chiemgau region, where things are truly cozy and feel just right. And because the way people speak says a lot about their way of life, we want to introduce the chalet village using the very words you’re likely to hear around here.
High above Souda Bay, a new sanctuary rises. The JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa by Block722 blends raw Mediterranean beauty with timeless simplicity, creating a place where architecture becomes a mindful bridge between land, sea, and soul.
Proudly, Louis Vuitton presented its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collection. The collection is shaped by the influence of modern Indian sartorialism on the global contemporary wardrobe – captured in the dandyism that lies at the heart of Studio Homme.
… and hello, high-end beauty! My personal test with the Temprastones is pure eye wellness – without needing a spa.
Where jewelry tells a story: With the digital documentary Reborn Series: Iconic Stories, Bvlgari unveils a new chapter in its brand universe — a tribute to transformation, courage, and timeless beauty.
Less is more – and the SECRID Miniwallet proves it. Compact in size, yet big on functionality, this clever wallet blends minimalist design with bold personality. Now available in an eye-catching zebra pattern, it becomes a true fashion statement and the perfect everyday companion for those who expect more from their essentials.
In the vibrant heart of North Miami, The Contemporary Art Modern Project (The CAMP Gallery) presents Postcards from the Artist, a compelling group exhibition running from May 23 to June 27, 2025. This showcase features works by Milton Bowens, Laetitia Adam-Rabel, and Oluwatomisin Olabode, each offering a unique exploration of personal and collective narratives through diverse artistic mediums.
Brixen – South Tyrol’s oldest town, a cultural gem nestled in the Alps, where history and the present coexist. With Badhaus and Lasserhaus, two extraordinary properties now join the Lifestylehotels® community. Both located in the heart of Brixen, both architecturally ambitious – yet each with a distinct identity and voice.
A visit to the visionary chef at his art-filled Casa Maria Luigia in Modena
How Italian label Roberto Collina elevates knitwear into a refined fashion language
Between volcanic stone and citrus groves, ancient heritage and contemporary aesthetics, two exceptional hotels have carved out their own spaces of slow luxury: Zash Country Boutique Hotel and the Monaci delle Terre Nere.
In Dakar, Jorge Perez Ortiz and Rodri Porcelli capture youth, community and friendship through the rhythms of the […]
Portugal’s charm lies in its serenity.
In a way of life shaped by sea breezes, warm light, historic cities, and modern design. In recent years, the country has evolved from an insider tip to a must-visit destination for mindful travelers – and for good reason.
Agus Putu Suyadnya’s “Symbiotic Utopia” paints a fragile harmony between nature, myth, and modernity
Some places don’t need to be reinvented, just rethought a little. For example, what was once a simple campsite on the edge of Aschau in Chiemgau has been transformed into a stylish, modern chalet village – without losing even a hint of its intimate connection to nature. On the contrary. With the Agrad Chalets, a place of power has been created that blends quietly into its surroundings and is luxurious without saying it out loud.
Knarvik Church is a contemporary interpretation of the 1000-year-old stave churches in Norway. This award-winning sacred building designed by Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter has become a tourist attraction – and also a place that is open to all.