Sometimes hotels are the main reason for getting away, unlike other trips where you have a multitude of activities planned. If your reasoning is the former, a trip to the Cambrian Hotel would be an unforgettable stay. Designed by Peter Schilling and Associates, this space is simple with eclectic quirks and great pattern combinations. The various…
Asian architecture firm PLaT is the leading design mind behind the Xiangshawan Desert Lotus Hotel in the Gobi Desert. It’s unlike anything we’ve ever seen– and though it’s in completely desolate and barren lands, we really want to be there. Local materials are sourced in this hotel’s interior as well as the structure. The lobby floor…
It can’t be said enough that many a time, hotels vastly improve or hinder your vacationing. When it came to Campana Brothers designing this Downtown Athens hotel in Greece– they went all out with some completely off-the-wall looks that really work. “New Hotel” is comprised of 79 guest rooms, and with this small scale hotel the…
There aren’t many who master the art of mixing color, pattern and texture. But when it comes to the high end fashion brand Missoni– there are few that come anywhere close. Known for big, oversized floral patterns and the zig-zag of the chevron inspired prints paired with varying stripes; Missoni has hotels revolving around the brand’s…
There’s nothing more exciting and comforting when traveling than setting up at your favorite hotel chain, or on the other side of the spectrum– trying something completely outside of the box. With the “Sleeping Around” shipping container hotel travelers can have both. Geoffrey Stampaert created this concept much like the ever popular “pop up shops” that…
Located in Palm Jumeirah, United Arab Emirates, the amazing Jumeirah Zabeel Saray hotel is another one of the country’s rich experiences just within your accommodations. Just like everything else in Dubai, this hotel is an expressive, luxurious estate featuring everything you need to vacation proper. The hotel is comprised of 363 gorgeous guest rooms and 41…
Located on Lankanfushi Island, North Male Atoll, Maldives is the now titled “Gili Lankanfushi” resort. Formerly known as “Six Senses” this amazing getaway location features overwater villas and a private reserve– not to mention the underground wine cave of the premises. Gili Lankanfushi is a smaller scaled resort, featuring 45 gorgeous accommodations all with environmentally friendly…
LEGO’s are a favorite past time for many of us as children, and with all of the latest building block inspired projects, furniture pieces, architectural bridges and more popping up– it was only a matter of time before a hotel popped up too. What makes better sense than a LEGO hotel right next to California’s very…
Vacationing in a foreign country is always an exciting experience, and when the hotel you are retiring for the night in is a whimsical cluster of cubes it makes the stay a lot more interesting. Spain’s Hotel Viura was designed by Designhouses firm, and their overall concept ties in beautifully with the winery landscape. The interior…
If winter ski activities are just what’s on the agenda for a vacation to Austria, look no further. With a traditional design style, it’s hard to miss the contemporary elements that stick out. Classic French elements are dispersed through the hotel, but Das Regina‘s ski bar is a gorgeous representation of nature in architecture. Located at…