INSPIRATION FROM AROUND THE WORLD FOR AN AESTHETIC AND MEANINGFUL LIFESTYLE
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.
In the Mountains of India, One Finds the Meaning of Life—or so they say. Especially on Hippie Hill. The spiritual energy of the Kasar Devi Temple extends all the way to The Kumaon, a design retreat featuring minimalist architecture by Pradeep Kodikara and Jineshi Samaraweera. Here, ample space and tranquility provide the perfect setting for a healing quest for truth, wisdom, and freedom. We reach the peak of regeneration through these five experiences that make a stay at this secluded resort truly unique:
Was braucht es, um zu wachsen? Hindernisse vielleicht. Fehler. Angst – und ganz bestimmt auch Mut. Aber vor allem eines: Stille. Und ein paar tiefe Atemzüge. Am besten an einem Ort, an dem Stille laut sein darf, getragen von sanfter Musik und liebevollen Stimmen. Ein solcher Ort sind die Arise Body & Mind Studios der Alto Hotel Group in Lana und Bozen in Südtirol.
In einer Zeit zunehmender Unruhen in der Welt erweist sich Musik als kraftvolles Mittel für Heilung, Verbindung und Transformation. Das Video zeigt, wie die True Source Band – eine Zusammenarbeit zwischen den Mönchen des Plum Village und 77 Productions – das Erbe von Zen-Meister Thích Nhất Hạnh fortführt, indem sie Musik als Medium für Achtsamkeit und emotionale Ausdruckskraft nutzt.
In Dubai, the capital of the eponymous emirate, also known as the "City of Gold," the House of Courtyards rises as a monumental structure, bridging the gap between traditional desert architecture and the demands of a modern world.
Luxury travel is evolving. Sustainability, mindfulness, and holistic wellbeing are becoming increasingly central. The latest report, “New Codes of Luxury: Longevity & Wellbeing Strategies” by The Future Laboratory, highlights a growing trend among travelers seeking destinations that go beyond traditional comfort. The demand is for places that offer not only relaxation but also a deeper meaning and a lasting impact on both body and mind.
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.
The Serpentine Galleries in London present Remembering, the first institutional solo exhibition of Indian artist Arpita Singh in the British capital. From March 20 to July 27, 2025, the Serpentine North will showcase works spanning over six decades of her artistic career. Singh’s work blends surrealism and figuration with traditional Indian painting styles—often characterized by powerful colors and emotionally charged scenes.
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