INSPIRATION FROM AROUND THE WORLD FOR AN AESTHETIC AND MEANINGFUL LIFESTYLE
The old house on the church square has stood for centuries. Its oldest parts date back to 1661—a date engraved into the intricately carved beams of the parlour. Today, this historic building is home to Refugium Lunz, a guesthouse revived by the creative minds behind FORMDEPOT—partners known for breathing new life into old architecture. The house looks back with respect and forward with care.
Tromsø is currently gaining a new cultural heart. On the grounds of the former Mack Brewery, a new district is emerging that will soon house the Arctic Philharmonic, the Northern Norwegian Art Museum, and a cultural center: Samklang.
Japan is especially worth visiting in 2025: with the Expo in Osaka the country places a strong focus on the future – with themes such as sustainability, innovation, and societal transformation. It’s a great opportunity to (re)discover Japan not just as a technological powerhouse, but as a destination rooted in deep aesthetics and mindfulness.
The Mercado Nicolás Bravo is more than just a market in multiple ways. Designed by AIDIA STUDIO, the project is a social initiative that provides the local community with a platform to showcase their craftsmanship and skills. At the same time, it impresses as a striking piece of architecture.
A new scientific center is set to be built in Uzbekistan's capital, Tashkent: the Alisher Navoi International Scientific Research Centre. Developed by the team at Zaha Hadid Architects, the center is named after the poet Alisher Navoi — but what exactly does traditional Shashmaqom music have to do with the architecture of this new institution?
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