Category: Design
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The vertical forest concept popularized in Milan is brought to Nanjing, China
A breath of fresh air: First ambitious Vertical Forest project is raising in Nanjing. Not only will the sustainable urbanization project be the first in China, but in all of Asia. A total amount of 1100 trees from 23 local species and 2500 cascading plants and shrubs will cover a 6.000 sqm area of the…
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Hilbert’s Hotel will be a new beacon of Helsinki
This zigzag volume clad in luminous white glass skin is inspired by fragmented glacier. The new luxury hotel aims to convert the Hakaniemi waterfront into a vibrant part of Helsinki. Famous Snøhetta design studio has won the invited design competition for a new hotel on the Hakaniemi waterfront in Helsinki, Finland. Snøhetta’s design proposal, Hilbert’s Hotel,…
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Relaxing experiences: Ligne Roset’s newly designed 2017 collection
A quick immersion into Ligne Roset’s new 2017 collection. Discover the latest in French design throughout Ligne Roset’s 2017 collection where high-end design meets a nonconformist spirit. Ligne Roset’s 2017 designers include Pierre Charpin, Inga Sempé, Philippe Nigro, Christian Werner, Marie Christine Dorner, among others. Well known for their creations, they all bring their own…
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LVMH’s RIMOWA has opened its first flagship store in Paris
Looking for a gift for a traveler? Last October, RIMOWA, one of the leaders of the high quality luggage, joined the LVMH luxury Group, the European multinational luxury goods conglomerate, owner of Dior, Bulgari, Louis Vuitton, and Veuve Clicquot among other 60 subsidiaries. RIMOWA, the first high-end German Maison to join the LVMH Group, has…
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Eleven Ravens debuts the Macan, a luxury Mahjong table
Played with 144 ceramic tiles based on Chinese characters and symbols, Mahjong is an extraordinary game of great skill, strategy, and patience. In celebration of Lunar New Year, luxury lifestyle brand, 11 Ravens, has unveiled a new game – Mahjong – to its collection of elite contemporary tables. Christened ‘Macan,’ this new Mahjong table features…
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Giving presents is an art
The true value of a gift is the sentiment behind the gifting. Louis Vuitton 2017 “Gifting” collection renews the art of gifting. The range includes some 30 delightful presents to give to others – or yourself – and make everyday a special occasion. Crafted in Louis Vuitton ateliers, this range counts 30 precious and whimsical…