Stora Enso, the second largest forestry company in the world, will soon move into their new headquarters. The Katajanokan Laituri complex is set to be both a masterpiece of Finnish timber construction – and also climate neutral. Its aesthetics are reminiscent of grandmaster Alvar Aalto.
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Natural materials, an earthy colour palette, handmade light fittings and baskets, bespoke designer furniture from their own shop, antiques and a special fragrance – the interior of The Wild is a love letter to modern design and ancient Greece: paradise with a delightfully wild side.
Perched in the hills of Los Angeles, the Flamingo Estate is a vibrant and eclectic retreat that combines lush gardens, organic farming, and a dedication to wellness. Once a glamorous Hollywood hideaway, it has been transformed into a sanctuary that celebrates nature, creativity, and sustainable living.
Eckhart Tolle shares how to practice presence with playful awareness and ease. He explains how to allow presence to naturally arise during everyday activities and waiting times. Eckhart also cautions against believing the mind’s negative self-talk that pulls you out of the now. Learn to perceive beyond limiting concepts and appreciate the aliveness all around you.
After extensive microsurgery, the Hotel El Palau Fugit, a former 18th century building in the Spanish city of Girona, opened its doors. Not without revealing numerous historical and contemporary treasures.
A symphony of shapes and design that fuses the past, present and future. The Collezione24 from cierre1972 is like a chessboard of possibilities, whether modern or classic, the 2024 collection adapts to every style individually and testifies to a great deal of craftsmanship paired with the highest quality materials!
All good things come in threes, so the saying goes. Among these good things is the trio of hosts at the Pfösl nature hotel. Brigitte, Eva and Daniel have created an oasis of well-being with a holistic concept in South Tyrol, near Bolzano.
We’re on a cliff on the east coast of Mallorca, where the pristine landscape is characterised by turquoise sea, red rocks and moss green trees. This is where the island shows its wild side. The bays are picturesque and the sunsets are perhaps a little more vibrant than in other places.
Minimal impact on the environment, maximum contact with nature – Atelier Architecture + Design manages this balancing act with its eco wooden cabins. At Norsk Retreat, they will soon be opening up a magical lakeshore in Norway.
Paradisiacal film evenings with Fellini, concerts with young talents in the moonlight, talks with inspiring artists or calming tea ceremonies – the events at the Alto Hotel Group locations provide inspiration, mindfulness and good vibes!
The Adriatic coast of Montenegro is known for its breathtaking landscapes, historic towns and luxurious resorts. One particularly notable project that has attracted a lot of attention in recent years is the Mamula Hotel. This hotel, located on the small island of Mamula, offers a unique combination of historical heritage and modern luxury.
NOT A HOTEL Setouchi is the unusual name for holiday homes in an equally unusual setting. The Danish studio BIG designed an exclusive resort in a Japanese national park.
Watch a blade of grass in the wind, watch the sun over the mountains, listen to the birds chirping, look up at the sky, look up at the sky a little longer, breathe in, breathe out, breathe deeply. Nature grounds us, nature makes us calm, nature helps us to leave everyday life behind. In Puradies, we encounter nature in many different ways.
Sure, we can wash our body and hair. But what do we do with all the toxic substances inside us? They can’t simply be removed with soap and shampoo. With BodyClearance®, the Ayus Group offers a treatment program that tackles this problem using the innovative INUSpheresis® therapy. How does it work, who is it aimed at and what does the word Ayus mean? We spoke to co-founder Lars Honegger.
Making the world more beautiful piece by piece? That is the vision of Mezza —Maiso. The design studio from Vienna has already created many places, spaces and objects and has considered every single one of them down to the smallest detail. Jürgen Hamberger and Verena Wohlkönig leave nothing to chance. What does it take to realize a project? Good groundwork, a lot of dedication and the willingness to go the extra mile. With the Nils am See, they recently created a new hotspot in Burgenland.
On June 22nd, we celebrate World Rainforest Day, a moment to reflect on the importance of these biodiversity treasures, crucial for ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. Amidst the many initiatives dedicated to forest conservation, exciting developments are emerging in the tourism sector.
In recent years, Mallorca has developed into a destination for sustainable tourism and mindful travel, making it the perfect place for environmentally conscious and relaxation-seeking travellers.
It is not known whether wild men really live in Rockbound House. However, it is clear that the detached house in Nova Scotia, designed by Omar Gandhi Architects, meets the highest standards in terms of design, building biology and technology.