A new hotel in Hangzhou marks a turning point in how China’s established hospitality brands approach maturity. Grand Ji Hotel, designed by Vermilion Zhou Design Group, isn’t competing on scale or luxury excess. It competes on something quieter and harder to replicate: a complete, thoughtfully integrated guest experience built on Eastern philosophy and spatial restraint. […] More
The Wuhan Senbo Resort stands is envisioned by WJD Design-Endless Mind to display the power of design when cultural heritage meets contemporary innovation. Located at No. 1 Ecocity Avenue in Wuhan’s Caidian District, this 118,000-square-meter cultural and tourism landmark redefines what a parent-child urban vacation experience can become. The design process stretched from January 2023 […] More
Chateau La Banquière stands quietly amid the vineyards and ancient oaks just outside Montpellier, France, its 18th-century silhouette softened by the gentle Mediterranean sun. The estate’s rebirth as a hospitality destination got a design revamped by Marianne Tiegen Interiors and the dedication to every detail is immediately apparent upon arrival. Guests enter a world where […] More
La Dolce Vita, a new luxury train created by Orient Express and Milan-based Dimore Studio, offers a fresh approach to rail travel across Italy. Designed to reflect the optimism and visual style of the 1960s, the project brings together design, gastronomy, and regional exploration. With eight curated routes stretching from coastal towns to vineyard-rich interiors, […] More
In this exclusive interview, edito Anastasija Pavic speaks with Greg Blee, co-founder of Blee Halligan Architects, about his vision behind the design of South Bank, a groundbreaking oceanfront resort in Turks & Caicos. The project, developed by Windward in collaboration with Grace Bay Resorts, spans 31 acres and includes a mix of luxury waterfront villas […] More
Located in Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Thiem district, Soma Mot is a unique embodiment of traditional Sino-Vietnamese aesthetics combined with modern luxury. Developed by 932 Design Private Limited, Soma Mot is the inaugural project in the Soma Hideaway series, setting a new benchmark for hospitality in the region. It combines the charm of the […] More
Amidst the fast pace of modern life, finding moments of uninterrupted solitude and focus has become increasingly rare. Recognizing this need for a sanctuary where creativity can thrive, Dominik Ilichman and Adam Hofman have conceived Hytta—a minimalist cabin located in in the midst of the Czech countryside, offering the perfect environment for uninterrupted reflection and […] More
The newly established Gurdau Winery, which is claiming the rich wine-growing legacy of Moravia, commissioned the Aleš Fiala architecture studio to create a new wine house for the winery. The structure was purposely and poetically placed in the middle of the vineyards, which imposed stringent requirements for the building’s integration with the surrounding landscape. The landscape […] More
If you’re planning on travelling in 2022, then you might be a little rusty after the past two years. That’s why we’ve put together this list of tips to help you make the most of your trip. We’ll be covering some tips to help you get the most out of your adventures for the year, […] More