INSPIRATION FROM AROUND THE WORLD FOR AN AESTHETIC AND MEANINGFUL LIFESTYLE
On the occasion of the opening of the new flagship store on Via Montenapoleone, Bvlgari dedicates itself to the city of Milan with a project that honors the high art of goldsmithing while simultaneously initiating a significant cultural sponsorship. Together with the Fondazione Bvlgari, a collaboration is launched with the Museo del Novecento, a central institution for modern and contemporary art in Milan.
Berlin-Charlottenburg has undergone a fascinating transformation in recent years: once known as a bourgeois district, a creative and cosmopolitan scene has emerged around Kantstraße. Here, art, gastronomy, and urban lifestyle blend in a unique way – and right in the middle of it all is Hotel Wilmina, a hidden gem that serves as both a retreat and a source of inspiration.
In the heart of Faro’s historic old town, The Ashana is set to become an extraordinary retreat for discerning travelers. Carefully restored from a 16th-century building, this boutique hotel seamlessly blends historical charm with contemporary luxury, offering an exclusive experience for guests who appreciate individuality, design, and exceptional service. With only 29 rooms, a hidden garden, and tailor-made experiences, The Ashana is redefining boutique hospitality on the Algarve.
The gaming scene is growing and with it the US video game developer Gearbox. The company recently expanded to Montréal. The Gearbox Studio there was planned by Patriarche - inspired by virtual worlds, but also by the still quite analogue 90s.
The California High-Speed Rail project aims to literally put passenger rail transport in the Golden State of the USA back on track. Exceptional architecture is expected to play a crucial role in this effort. Four stations of the project have been designed by Foster + Partners, Arup, and Page & Turnbull.
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.
Located in a tranquil riverside neighborhood at the heart of Kyoto, GENJI Kyoto is a contemporary interpretation of Machiya townhouses, marrying traditional concepts with modern amenities. Inspired by the Japanese masterpiece Tale of Genji, the story of which took place in the vicinity, the hotel’s designers took motifs from the novel to create a wabi sabi world of beauty and harmony.
The Forestias in Bangkok offers more than just "living in the green": Foster + Partners are designing the dream of luxury living in an urban forest with the mega-project in the Thai capital – with the Six Senses Residences as the exclusive residential highlight.
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