A library has emerged on the east coast of Japan that is not only profound in terms of its book collection, but also its location. The Library in the Earth is located underground and conceals a spectacular wooden dome.
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Hosting but not having to worry about anything? We've got you covered! The Refugium Lunz is not only a haven for travellers, but also a place that can be booked for all kinds of events and occasions. Sometimes the boutique hotel presents itself in elegant wedding attire, sometimes in a casual business ensemble and then again in a relaxed, stylish yoga outfit. In any case, the Refugium Lunz is always classy, intimate and a place where wishes are fulfilled that you would hardly dare to dream of.
You don't need great adventures or well-known destinations to find yourself. It is often the tranquil places that lead to unexpected depths and give us inner peace. Take Scheggino, for example. The medieval village lies somewhere between Rome and Rimini in the centre of Italy in fairytale Umbria. Some of the stone houses belong to the Torre del Nera, an Albergo Diffuso. A visit to the breathtaking spa in the rock is a particularly good way of finding yourself.
Harlequin is collaborating with fashion designer Henry Holland to present a light and informal collection of fabrics and wallpapers with an artistic edge. The colour worlds of Harlequin and selected elements from the archive have been combined with Henry Holland's love of the Japanese pottery technique Nerikomi.
Thich Nhat Hanh was one of the most influential Buddhist teachers of our time. As a peace activist and founder of "engaged Buddhism," he not only left a significant mark on the Vietnam War but also introduced the practice of mindfulness to the West. His teachings have greatly shaped the modern Mindful Living movement, which is gaining increasing importance in our fast-paced world.
There are some moments in the mountains that are particularly beautiful because you can't predict or evoke them. They just happen. This includes the appearance of animals in nature. Encounters with capricorns or golden eagles and the wild, unadulterated behaviour of the animals make up the magic of the moment. A good starting point for the search for the so-called Big Five is the Gradonna****s Mountain Resort at Kals am Großglockner.
Seegut Zeppelin is a special place: one with history, one with unspoilt nature, one of the few with access to Lake Constance, one that elegantly combines the past and the modern, one that is treated with respect. The Seegut Zeppelin is a place whose charm reveals itself without loud words, it simply rests within itself. The Fennel family has captured the genius loci of Seegut Zeppelin and, with the help of Plösser Architekten and interior design studio Linie Zweii, has created a breathtaking retreat.
The Amalfi Coast, one of Italy's most picturesque regions, has always attracted artists, writers and bon vivants from all over the world. The breathtaking landscape, where steep cliffs alternate with crystal-clear waters, lush lemon groves and charming villages clinging to the mountainsides, provide a backdrop that has inspired for centuries. As early as the 19th century, the Romantics found a source of inexhaustible inspiration here, and since then the Amalfi Coast has been a magnet for people seeking beauty in life.
The luxury fashion brand Jacquemus has come up with a unique concept for four of its stores in collaboration with AMO, OMA's sister company. A concept that ensures that the stores could not be more different and at the same time more similar.
The expanded US airport in Portland now boasts a gigantic wooden roof, in which its own forest grows. ZGF Architects were able to preserve most of the existing building and serve the common good by transforming the supply chain.
It feels like a warm embrace when autumn lovingly welcomes us. As the leaves glide off the trees, it is also easier to let go. The Eco-Aparthotel Olm in South Tyrol's Ahrntal Valley is a great place to unwind. The wellness offer is harmonious and characterised by freedom, individuality and naturalness.
The next stage in the ambitious Red Sea Project is set to become a reality: the natural hotel resort Ummahat 9-3 by Japanese star architect Kengo Kuma. The exclusive villas with adjoining café and restaurant will open in 2024. Saudi Arabia's entire tourism project promises responsible high-end tourism.
