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Architecture, Lodging, Travel

ORE MOUNTAIN CHALET

Tucked in the trees at the edge of a Czech forest, the Ore Mountain Chalet is an angular weekend retreat inspired by its surroundings. The exterior’s abstract silhouette is formed as a lookout tower with a classic steep roof to support the snow load during winter months, while a cutout […]

Architecture, Hotels, Travel

DIANJIANG BAGU·SUJI HOTEL

Organized around a rice patty field 800 meters above sea level, the Dianjiang Bagu·Suji Hotel offers guests a unique stay with unparalleled views. The property consists of a cluster of buildings situated in a U-shape, preserving the natural paddy field while maximizing the views. Its 25 rooms are contained in […]

Architecture, Hotels, Travel

ECO-FLOATING HOTEL

When planning a project for Qatar, ordinary won’t do. That’s why Hayri Atak Architectural Design Studio pulled out all of the stops when they envisioned the Eco-Floating Hotel. The ambitious project extends from the shore of the Arab country and rests on the surface of the Persian Gulf. Its circular […]

Architecture, Lodging, Travel

A TOUCH OF NEW HOUSE

On the coast of Greece’s Tinos island, Aristides Dallas Architects celebrates both traditional and contemporary architecture with the A Touch of New House. The cube-like structure utilizes existing Tinian stonework left on the site and extends the volume up with a minimalist concrete addition, forming a modern tribute to the […]

Architecture, Hotels, Travel

HOTEL SAINT VINCENT

New Orleans’ Lower Garden District welcomes its latest destination, Hotel Saint Vincent. Housed in a landmark 1861 building, the hotel fuses the original 20th-century Italian architecture with mid-century and art deco elements to create an eclectic atmosphere full of modern opulence and grandeur. In its 75 rooms and suites, gray […]

boats, Travel

ESTRELLA SUPERYACHT

Although the Estrella Superyacht isn’t inspired by a galaxy far, far away, it is giving us Star Wars vibes. The unique vessel borrows from cantilevered architecture and divides the hull into three volumes for a silhouette reminiscent of a Y-Wing. The innovative Y-shaped design gives passengers multiple vantage points of the sea […]

Architecture, Lodging, Travel

ASTON MARTIN RESIDENCES

After unveiling its 66-story glass and steel tower in 2017, Aston Martin Residences is giving a look inside. The luxury automobile brand has released pictures of the Miami building’s signature collection, boasting seven polished penthouses. Occupying the 56th floor, each sleek interior features a selection of world-class finishes and handcrafted […]

Architecture, Hotels, Lodging

ALTSTADTHOTEL WEISSES KREUZ

Formally a resting spot for famous travelers, including a 13-year old Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Altstadthotel Weisses Kreuz is reestablishing itself as a must-stop for all visitors of Innsbruck. The minds of Noa* have transformed the historic 1465 building into an eccentric refuge with 48 new rooms and suites. Ranging […]

Planes, Travel

SPACE PERSPECTIVE BALLOON SPACEFLIGHTS

After introducing the Neptune Space Balloon last June, Space Perspective has begun taking reservations for its first flight. Starting in 2024, the pressurized capsule will take eight people on a luxury ride to the stratosphere. The six-hour journey launches from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center with a slow climb to 100,000 […]