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Completed in 2024, The Rock sits at the highest point of Ancient Spring Town in Financial Street Zunhua, Tangshan, about 20 meters above the main hotel entrance. Wutopia Lab led architecture and interiors, as well as the conceptual landscape design. The brief asked for a spiritual landmark visible from across the town that also works […] More
WJ STUDIO’s Lost Villa. Huanglong Island Lighthouse Hotel is an inquiry into how architecture can carry memory, ecology, and human experience forward. Conceived within the context of a remote archipelago in the Zhoushan Islands, the design is deeply tied to the realities of rural depopulation, fragile ecosystems, and cultural heritage. HOTELS Rather than impose new […] More
Margot Krasojević Architecture introduces a speculative hospitality concept built for a future shaped by rising seas and environmental volatility. The Tsunami Submersible Emergency Hotel, located in the Pacific Ocean, proposes a new typology of ocean-based living, one that embraces submersion as both refuge and function. HOTELS Positioned 50 miles off Taiwan’s coast and 150 miles […] More
Set on the rugged hillside of Akra Pelegri in Chania, the new JW Marriott resort by Athens-based studio Block722 redefines hospitality on the island of Crete. This five-star retreat, spread across nearly 60,000 square meters, is more than a luxury destination, it is a sensitive architectural response to the land, climate, and culture of one […] More
Hotel Wuxi MGallery stands as a new icon of culturally immersive luxury in China’s historic Dangkou Ancient Town. Designed by the acclaimed global studios WATG and Wimberly Interiors, the hotel is a remarkable blend of tradition and contemporary elegance, offering guests a unique opportunity to experience the architectural and cultural richness of Jiangnan while enjoying […] More
Banyan Tree AlUla offers a rare kind of hospitality, one shaped by its setting in Saudi Arabia’s Ashar Valley. Framed by sandstone cliffs and expansive desert views, the resort rests within a protected area often called the world’s largest living museum. Rather than contrast the environment, the design draws influence from it, connecting architectural precision […] More
Qushui-Lanting Shanghai sets a new benchmark for wellness architecture in the city. Designed by DJX Design, the project centers on the healing essence of water, drawing inspiration from Eastern philosophies and visual traditions. The design reframes the idea of an urban getaway, not through distance, but through sensory recalibration and spatial calm. Curving silhouettes ripple […] More
Studio Moneo Brock Architects brings a fresh perspective to Santo Domingo’s historic district with Kimpton Las Mercedes, a hotel that bridges the past and present. Located in the heart of the Colonial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 130-room project respects the architectural heritage while introducing modern elements that improve the urban experience. Santo […] More
Beijing welcomes a major addition to its business and exhibition landscape with the inauguration of the Capital International Exhibition & Convention Centre (CIECC). Zaha Hadid Architects designed this state-of-the-art venue to expand Beijing’s exhibition and conference facilities. The CIECC introduces nine exhibition halls, three reception halls, a conference center for 9,000 delegates, and a 410 […] More
In the heart of the Albanian Riviera, where the mountains meet the Ionian Sea, Red Sol Resort emerges as a striking reinterpretation of coastal architecture. Designed by Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, the project is a response to the dramatic terrain of Dhërmi. Rather than imposing itself on the landscape, the resort takes cues from its […] More
ROMEO Collection expands its presence in Italy with the launch of ROMEO Roma, a boutique hotel that redefines contemporary luxury. Located near Piazza del Popolo, inside a 16th-century palace, the 74-room hotel brings together design, gastronomy, well-being, and sustainability. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, this space is an evolution of hospitality, where history and innovation […] More
The allure of crystal lies in its purity and brilliance, offering a mesmerizing interplay of light and color. Its transparency creates a visual spectacle, refracting vibrant hues when touched by light. Inspired by these qualities, the Crystal Orange Hotel by Vermilion Zhou Design Group embraces the transformative nature of crystal, crafting an experience that harmonizes […] More