There’s a flock of sheep grazing above Bergland Sölden. For hotel owner and shepherd Sigi Grüner, it’s not just a passion and a source of balance, it’s also part of his identity. He spoke to us about balancing everyday life, regionality and an ambitious project…
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Design studio The New Raw, founded by architects Panos Sakkas and Foteini Setaki, has worked with local school pupils to design Glyph – a vibrant new collection of sustainable play furniture for Eleusis, the European Capital of Culture 2023…
Are you ready to enter the exciting world of outdoor adventures, where action-hungry cyclists on flow trails, gravel bikers and enthusiastic bike packers meet? And if you’re also dreaming of the perfect accommodation for bike adventures, MH Residence’s versatile and compact Tiny House is just what you need for your adventurous journey. We show why…
From December 2023, the remarkable eco-apart hotel presents itself as a pioneering concept in South Tyrol, setting innovations in the vacation hotel industry in several respects: Through its bold circular architecture and as the first completely energy self-sufficient guesthouse in the Alpine region.
Stockholm Wood City, the world’s largest city built of wood, is being built on a former industrial site. The architecture for the showcase city of the future comes from timber construction pioneers Henning Larsen and White Arkitekter.
Location makes a difference. This applies not only to real estate investments but also to hideaways for physical and mental regeneration. The Forestis in South Tyrol, designed by Asaggio, is an incomparable retreat and place of strength in this respect.
In today’s fast-paced world of hospitality, finding ways to captivate guests and maximise profitability is paramount. Iglucraft, a renowned manufacturer of prefabricated handcrafted cabins and saunas, has revolutionised the industry with its distinctive designs and the concept of slow living…
Located on the pristine shores of Kahuwai Bay on the Kohala Coast, the original Kona Village Resort, was built in the 1960s and closed in 2011. Steeped in history, the resort is now being reinterpreted and revitalized. Kennedy Wilson, a firm specializing in sustainable real estate, developed this hotel experience in partnership with Rosewood Hotels & Resorts. The Hawaiian tradition of hoʻokipa (hospitality) was emphasized.
MEXICO: Since we’ve been able to again, we’ve been sating our need for relaxation and laid-back time, for summer, sun and happiness far, far away from our everyday home lives. So far, so good – and now we can make it even better – namely adopting a truly conscious approach that doesn’t just revolve around ourselves…
Summer has begun and with it comes the longing for adventure and the desire for unforgettable experiences in nature. For all those who are looking for new ways to escape from everyday life, MH Residenz in Feistritz/Drau, Carinthia, has built something very special – namely its own outdoor showroom. Here, customers and interested parties can discover a world of glamping inspiration. Because: MH Residenz knows that it is not always easy to imagine what it would be like to live in the smallest space and yet not have to do without comfort and aesthetics. The showroom now makes it possible!
Why we love some objects in particular, how design can help us live together and protect the planet, and what is always beautiful about the work of designers – the VIENNA DESIGN WEEK has made it its business to explore the role of design in society. And it does so throughout the city, with just as much fun as seriousness, with free admission and plenty of exciting programming for everyone from kids to design professionals…
Where are we going with travel? Are hotels and travellers veering off traditional (conscious) paths and turning toward more sustainable options? Future researcher, lecturer and sociologist Christiane Varga has been giving it some thought…
Shouldn’t the vacation season be the most beautiful time of the year? But far too often, one is already with the vacation planning in despair and one asks oneself quickly: “How should that be only in the vacation? Whether as a couple or family, it is always important to somehow satisfy everyone and in the end, someone with the needs or desires somehow falls by the wayside. But please, it doesn’t have to be like that on your next vacation! We take a look at the most beautiful dead end in the world. To Vorarlberg in Kleinwalsertal, there is the Naturhotel Chesa Valisa****s at 1,200 meters, a climate-neutral BIO hotel run in the 14th generation.
The Populus Hotel is being built in downtown Denver. Its triangular floor plan and a facade reminiscent of a quaking aspen are striking. It is also set to become the first energy-positive hotel in the USA.
The new Green Beetle Cafe from Feinkost Käfer is being launched at Ludwig Beck on Rathauseck…
In times of climate crisis and constantly rising sea levels, floating cities are increasingly coming into focus as a new habitat. With Dogen City, N-Ark from Japan has now designed a ring-shaped city in the sea as a social project.
Stoov® launches selected design products made from recycled felt in collaboration with the social organization i-did…