Design is the center of life for Joachim Mayr and Heinz Glatzl and their joint company M&G, based in FORMDEPOT in Vienna-Ottakring, which was also founded by the two. Having a vision is one thing. To be able to implement it is just as important! At M&G, the two go hand in hand: while Heinz Glatzl brings extraordinary ideas and planning expertise to the table, Joachim Mayr tinkers with detailed solutions and is a master of the right proportions and materials…

The Geba rug gallery has its roots in the ancient tradition of hand weaving. The gallery has been located in the old town of Graz since 1987 and is an internationally renowned symbol of quality and skill when it comes to rug design. Harald Geba was a trailblazer in Austria, revolutionising the classic oriental rug and in doing so, casting aside old-fashioned ideas by combining modern designs with traditional craftsmanship…

Puerto Escondido in the Mexican state of Oaxaca is a center of attraction for sun and sea lovers from all over the world. In particular, the beaches around La Punta Zicatela are a paradise for surfers; the year-round summer temperatures due to the geographical location on the southern Pacific coast of Mexico ensure a constant influx of tourists. The need for new hotels near the beach is therefore not surprising.

Casa Ojalá was developed as a product for boutique and luxury hotels seeking a unique solution for the travel experience. Quick assembly and virtually nonexistent footprint allow for easy expansion of an existing property or novel configurations on land of any type: vineyards or mountains, woods or seaside. Its high degree of flexibility makes it ideal for locations far flung: from Argentina to Indonesia, Namibia to Italy. Casa Ojalá is also being made available to private customers on an application basis …

Perched high above Lake Garda, on the hill of Albisano, is Villa Maya, the new project from the heart of MEISSL-Architects. For a long time now, the village of Albisano has been known for its charming flair, its enchanting narrow streets and its spectacular views, but it is only since spring 2023 that it has also been allowed to call itself home to a bright, elegant apartment building.

MH Residenz GmbH is Austria’s leading company for glamping and luxury resort development, and turns resorts into places where luxury and nature live in harmony. We spoke to Wolfgang Schille, Head of Design at MH Residenz GmbH, and asked him how striving for greater environmental sustainability can be compatible with comfort, personalised luxury and unforgettable holidays…