Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895-1986) was an Indian philosopher and spiritual teacher whose teachings were very different from traditional religious or esoteric approaches. Throughout his life, he urged people to pursue the search for truth independently of institutions, gurus or dogmas. He believed that true change could not be achieved through external influences, but through inner understanding and radical introspection.
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The luxury fashion brand Jacquemus has come up with a unique concept for four of its stores in collaboration with AMO, OMA’s sister company. A concept that ensures that the stores could not be more different and at the same time more similar.
Hosting but not having to worry about anything? We’ve got you covered! The Refugium Lunz is not only a haven for travellers, but also a place that can be booked for all kinds of events and occasions. Sometimes the boutique hotel presents itself in elegant wedding attire, sometimes in a casual business ensemble and then again in a relaxed, stylish yoga outfit. In any case, the Refugium Lunz is always classy, intimate and a place where wishes are fulfilled that you would hardly dare to dream of.
There are some moments in the mountains that are particularly beautiful because you can’t predict or evoke them. They just happen. This includes the appearance of animals in nature. Encounters with capricorns or golden eagles and the wild, unadulterated behaviour of the animals make up the magic of the moment. A good starting point for the search for the so-called Big Five is the Gradonna****s Mountain Resort at Kals am Großglockner.
If you want to uncover the secret of the durability and resilience of Geba carpets, you have to go to Tibet at an altitude of 4,500 metres and look out for a special species of animal…
The golden twilight of the year with its cosy atmosphere, warm colours and pleasantly cooler days is a benevolent invitation to slow down. Autumn is a good time to retreat, look inside yourself and satisfy your need for security and warmth. At Puradies, you can do all this easily thanks to the Heaven Spa or on a retreat.
The expanded US airport in Portland now boasts a gigantic wooden roof, in which its own forest grows. ZGF Architects were able to preserve most of the existing building and serve the common good by transforming the supply chain.
Proper nutrition is part of holistic well-being. Of course, this is also recognised at Melea – The Health Concept, a retreat in Hungary with an innovative concept for well-being. Medical Manager Eszter Répási tells us about bad eating and drinking habits and how nutrition plans are created. Chef Gábor Gyurik reveals his favourite smoothie recipe and which sacred unit of measurement he uses for wine.
You don’t need great adventures or well-known destinations to find yourself. It is often the tranquil places that lead to unexpected depths and give us inner peace. Take Scheggino, for example. The medieval village lies somewhere between Rome and Rimini in the centre of Italy in fairytale Umbria. Some of the stone houses belong to the Torre del Nera, an Albergo Diffuso. A visit to the breathtaking spa in the rock is a particularly good way of finding yourself.
It feels like a warm embrace when autumn lovingly welcomes us. As the leaves glide off the trees, it is also easier to let go. The Eco-Aparthotel Olm in South Tyrol’s Ahrntal Valley is a great place to unwind. The wellness offer is harmonious and characterised by freedom, individuality and naturalness.
Harlequin is collaborating with fashion designer Henry Holland to present a light and informal collection of fabrics and wallpapers with an artistic edge. The colour worlds of Harlequin and selected elements from the archive have been combined with Henry Holland’s love of the Japanese pottery technique Nerikomi.
The next stage in the ambitious Red Sea Project is set to become a reality: the natural hotel resort Ummahat 9-3 by Japanese star architect Kengo Kuma. The exclusive villas with adjoining café and restaurant will open in 2024. Saudi Arabia’s entire tourism project promises responsible high-end tourism.
In collaboration with Alex Israel, Louis Vuitton presents Ocean BLVD, a unique invitation to a three-dimensional, iconic walk along Los Angeles Boulevard, as part of the Maison’s Ocean fragrance collection. Alluding to the style of the Californian city, the exceptional piece reflects Alex Israel’s work “Sunset Coast Drive”, a miniature model of a street in 2022.
Apulia, or Puglia in Italian, is an enchanting region in south-east Italy, known for its picturesque coastlines, historic towns and culinary delights. The region stretches along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas and offers a rich variety of landscapes and cultural treasures. One of the most fascinating cities in Puglia is Ostuni, often referred to as “the white city”.
The Scion Innovation Hub in New Zealand proves that timber buildings have to be built in exactly the same way as steel and concrete buildings. The world’s largest diagrid structure made of laminated veneer lumber reduces the amount of wood required by 75 per cent and even withstands earthquakes.
The great popular science book about dreams – with cutting-edge findings from neuroscience
The great draughtsman Alfred Kubin shows us the world in the clutches of evil. The exhibition at the ALBERTINA MODERN presents Kubin’s early creative phase from 1899 to 1904 from the ALBERTINA’s collection of around 1800 drawings. 100 works visualise his dark world, in which evil, the frightening and the gruesome prevail.
An icon of modern luxury returns this October. The Delano Dubai captures the dynamic energy and cultural zeitgeist of the famous original in Miami, transporting guests into a world of modern design, legendary charm and stylish elegance.