With his first hotel project, Brazilian star architect Marcio Kogan has created a special kind of sustainable island hideaway: The luxurious Patina Maldives virtually hides in nature, which it strives to protect – from construction to operation.
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With the exhibition THE FEST. Between Representation and Turmoil (MAK Exhibition Hall, Dec. 14, 2022-May 7, 2023), the MAK invites visitors on a multifaceted, opulent tour that makes the cultures and histories of celebration – across the centuries – vivid and tangible …
Rovaniemi, Jan. 17, 2023- Recycling and conserving resources are becoming increasingly important in times of climate crisis. The transport sector is responsible for almost a quarter of total greenhouse gas emissions in Europe, making it a major cause of climate change. The sector is also the main cause of air pollution in urban areas. Car manufacturers such as Polestar are therefore also continuing to look for innovative, environmentally friendly and sustainable materials, as can be seen in the run-up to Arctic Design Week in Finland.
Hotel des Horlogers, nestled between hills and mountains and entirely surrounded by nature, has many stories to tell – from watchmakers to nature and time for yourself, about the important things in life and the five wonders of the region…
Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, which has been actively promoting a more sustainable and responsible luxury for over ten years, signed its fourth internal charter “Go Sustainable” on October 27, 2022…
Helinox is a leading provider of innovative, lightweight gear and furniture for the outdoor and lifestyle sectors. Helinox’s technology and design are reflected in Helinox’s retail products as well as certain products offered by Helinox’s retail partners.
HafenCity Hamburg is an urban quarter fit for the future. Its eco cherry on the top is the “Null-Emissionshaus” (Zero Emissions Building), which is completely carbon-neutral – and can be dismantled like a Lego house.
Namron was founded with the goal of perfecting the operation and development of the ultimate boutique hotel experience. 5 hotels with iconic designs have been transformed by the in-house creative team into 4 unique experience concepts. Behind the scenes, the 5 independent properties are managed as one hotel. The model is working and new exciting projects are already in the pipeline …
They are not only experts in the planning and realisation of hotel projects, but also produce in a particularly energy-efficient way thanks to a wide range of measures: VOGLAUER HOTEL CONCEPT.
From October 7 to 9, 2022, the fair dedicated to authorial design enlivens the city of Naples among Italian and international exhibitors, special projects and collaborations that promote the territory and look to the world…
We all know the rule: five (portions of fruit and veg) a day to maintain your health! Martha Schultz from the Gradonna****s Mountain Resort swears by her six a day to make sure she does her bit for the environment. But what exactly is involved? Let’s find out!
The genesis of a Geba rug from grass to design object: The wool processed in Nepal comes from high mountain sheeps from Tibet. Very long fibres and lots of wool grease are special properties that protect the animals in their harsh habitat and are the ideal basis for long-lasting rugs …
Elegantly set in the beautiful East Anglian landscape, on the border of a working farm in Suffolk (UK), the Pavilion House is a real inside-out construction. The shapes and materials of the interior all carry a certain tranquillity and simplicity, while every room offers a different glimpse of the outside. There is a certain humility within the architecture, acknowledging that the big-ticket item in the setting is indeed the countryside; it doesn’t try to compete with it, but frames it instead.
What makes interior art? This is the question addressed by the French interior and design label Georges. For Georges, the answer lies in freedom, in the courage to experiment, in the finesse of craftsmanship and in the symbiosis of contrasts.
The “Red Sea Project” is one of the most ambitious regenerative projects in the world. From 2023, the western coast of Saudi Arabia will feature a new form of barefoot luxury spanning over 28,000 square kilometers, with an archipelago of more than 90 untouched natural islands, plus dormant volcanoes, deserts, mountains and cultural sites.
Travel connoisseurs are well aware that Arnaud Zannier creates extraordinary holiday retreats. Now the hotelier has added a new jewel to his portfolio. The green luxury resort Bãi San Hô revives traditional Vietnamese style in untouched surroundings.
Querkraft architects from vienna are the creative minds behind the austrian pavilion at the expo in dubai. We spoke to owner and partner Gerd Erhartt about what makes a life successful expo appearance, the climate concepts of the future and the importance of emotional connection in designing a more sustainable future.
The recently renovated Steinach Townhouse Meran is a hidden gem in the historic streets of Merano in Italy’s South Tyrol. Owned by two designers from Milan, the B&B provides a warm welcome to this central European city, and is the perfect retreat in the heart of the Alps.