The Taverny Medical Centre near Paris is a newly built health centre in timber construction. There are good reasons why its floor plan and room programme are based on the medieval monastery typology.
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Mindful travel is about more than just exploring new places; it’s about immersing yourself in the essence of a destination, embracing its culture, and connecting deeply with its natural surroundings. Lifestylehotels™ has carefully curated three exceptional destinations for travelers seeking serenity, authenticity, and unforgettable experiences.
The platform Lifestylehotels™ continues its international success story by adding two exceptional newcomers to its portfolio: the K5 in Tokyo and The Kumaon in India. Both properties embody the principles of mindful travel, inviting guests to experience conscious exploration paired with cultural depth and unique design.
The BRUSEUM is dedicating an exhibition to the drawings of Hermann Nitsch, shedding light on an often overlooked aspect of his extensive artistic work. While his monumental splatter paintings and the spectacular performances of his Orgien Mysterien Theater take center stage, his drawings offer an intimate glimpse into the origins and depths of his conceptual world.
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.
Nobility obliges. But so is the name. In the case of London’s new The BoTree Hotel, the Bodhi tree, under which Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment, was the inspiration. Concrete Amsterdam created an appealing interior design for the five-star hotel.
With door number 18, the moon rises over the ochre-coloured, ivy-covered villa with its adjoining park. We are in Bolzano, in a place with 800 years of history. What is here today? A hotel for Italo lovers, terrazzo admirers, art nouveau balcony admirers, yoga practitioners, pasta and martini revellers and moon addicts. With today’s prize you will receive a 50% voucher for a two-day stay for two at the Parkhotel Mondschein.
Door number 14 opens gently and leads quietly into a room of silence, where Scandinavian design philosophies meet Japanese wisdom. The Danish Norm Architects have been studying the Far East for a long time and have incorporated their findings into numerous projects. Together with Gestalten Verlag, they have published Stillness, a book that we are giving away at the quietest time of the year.
Today we breathe in the scent of the South Tyrolean forests and open door number 12 to the Blaslahof, which has been transformed over the years from a farm into an organic retreat. The historic main building with its rustic barn has been extended to include designer chalets that are close to nature and you could soon be spending three nights in one of these.
No, the Douro Boys are not a boy band, but the spirit is the same: they work together to touch the hearts of the whole world. Not with pop songs, of course, but with wine – from the Douro Valley. Not only does the river of the same name flow here, but above all port wine. One of the four Douro Boys members also runs the marvellous Hotel Casa do Rio. Door number 9 takes us to Portugal for today’s prize: a night in a hotel including wine tasting for two people.
With door number 7, we conquer the Tyrolean peaks. In the mountainous backdrop of Seefeld lies the Summit Seefeld flat hotel, which architecturally reflects the topography of its surroundings. If you are looking for the ultimate experience and want to reach the pinnacle of relaxation, you should definitely enter today to win three nights for two including breakfast.
Today’s door number 6 opens with a soft creak. It takes us to the medieval village of Scheggino in Umbria. Here in the Torre del Nera, an ‘Albergo Diffuso’ awaits us, a hotel whose rooms and premises are harmoniously distributed throughout the village. Win a night for magical moments.
How would you paint clouds? Soft and airy or dark and thundery? Abstract, impressionistic or surreal? Blue, colourful or even colourless? With the Cloud carpet, Harald Geba from the carpet manufacturer of the same name in Graz brings his very own idea of the natural phenomenon to the floor. The 90 x 60 cm dream piece is hiding behind door number 2 today.
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.
Lifestylehotels expands its portfolio with two new members: the eco-conscious Serra Nature Eco Smart Hotel near Valencia and the stylish Hotel MOTTO in the heart of Vienna. Both properties exemplify exceptional comfort, sustainability, and distinctive design.
The Rehmannia Root Crafts Exhibition Hall is dedicated to an important medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. The well thought-out dome construction by Luo Studio is based on a cost-efficient structure made of standardised timber.
With MIRALL, Jaume Plensa is opening an extraordinary exhibition in the historic La Llotja in Palma de Mallorca. From 19 September 2024 to 15 February 2025, he will bring together the past, present and future in a field of dialogue and tension.
In 2025, Tate Modern promises an extraordinary lineup of exhibitions that celebrate the diversity and innovation of global art. From groundbreaking retrospectives to immersive installations, here’s what to expect from the year ahead.