posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
11th
Jan 2012

Sited on the edge of a 70-metre high cliff, Holman House sure makes a mockery of the “sea view” rooms you’ll often pay a premium for at coastal hotels. More

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
9th
Jan 2012

Designed by Tadashi Yoshimura Architects, the Wood Old House, Nara, Japan renovated a traditional wooden town house, built 200 years ago, for a young couple and their children. More

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
23rd
Dec 2011

When Threefold Architects were knocking together the plan for a mixed-use development in Whitechapel, London, blending in with the surrounding Georgian blocks wasn’t top of their list. More

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
16th
Nov 2011

I don’t say it lightly when proclaiming this might be the nicest flat I’ve seen my whole life. More

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
12th
Nov 2011

After the incredible success of Treehotel, Swedish hoteliers Kent Lindvall and Britta Jonsson Lindvall are offering fans around the world the chance for their own forest escape. Though pricing is still to be confirmed, designed by architects Bolle Tham and Martin VidegĂ„rd, Mirrorcubes are available as a turnkey solution to be erected wherever you desire worldwide. Find out more here, though order soon if you’re interested, delivery time is at four months.

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
7th
Nov 2011

While the interior might leave a little to be desired, the swimming pool atop Observatory House is really all you need to see. Conceptualised by Mexican artist Gabriel Orozco and built by architect Tatiana Bilbao, with reference to the Jantar Mantar Astronomical Observatory, built in Delhi in 1724. The results are extraordinary and inspiring.

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
7th
Oct 2011

Located on Austin’s stunning Lake Travis, the longest of the Highland Lakes to the west of the famous Texan city, Tower House by Andersson-Wise Architects is one of the finest woodland cabins around. More

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture, travel
26th
Sep 2011

Part of the Kakslauttanen Hotel, Finland, theIgloo Village Resort pushes even Sweden’s remarkable Treehotel for its money. More

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture, food
9th
Sep 2011

If I was rich enough to fly out anywhere for a drink tonight, it would likely be to Hong Kong, for the luxurious Ritz-Carlton’s OZONE Bar. More

posted by Sam Bathe
categories: architecture
7th
Sep 2011

Available for rent through Hamptons International, the Clink Street Apartment sure provides an attractive alternative to buying in London. More

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