Will the buildings of the future be grown underwater?

In a new exhibition, Michael Pawlyn lays out his vision for architecture inspired by the natural world – including biorock buildings grown entirely underwater and whole office blocks being lit by learning from the blind sea star

The 4th edition of 1.618 Sustainable Luxury to reflect time and sustainable development

 What if the future was actually hopeful, optimistic and wonderful, instead of grey, hopeless and dismal as some claim to believe? What if luxury, well-being and creativity were the norm for our future way of life? The 4th edition of 1.618 Sustainable Luxury will illustrate an exemplary approach to sustainability. The 4th Annual 1.618 Sustainable Luxury event … Read more

The Energy Globe World Award goes to Nicaragua

16 sustainable projects from 15 countries in 5 categories made it to the finals of the 2014 Energy Globe Award. With 160 countries participating and more than 1.000 submissions annually the Energy Globe Award is today the world’s most important environmental prize This year, Martha Veronica Rocha from Nicaragua received the 13 kg bronze statue … Read more

Patricia Urquiola for Mandarin Oriental

The award-winning Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola, who was responsible for the distinctive interior design of Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, has been re-commissioned to create the décor for the new rooms at Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, following the same avant-garde and cosmopolitan style that characterises the hotel, one of the most prestigious hotels in Europe. Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona … Read more

Velaa Private Island – a new meaning to “private moments” in the Maldives

   the flavor of the Maldives @ VELAA Private Island. Located within the constellation of islands that form the Noonu Atoll, Velaa Private Island opened at the end of last year bringing new meaning to “private moments” in the Maldives. Velaa Private Island is the realization of founders Radka and Jiri Smejc’s quest to establish an … Read more

Smart Home Luxury Trends For 2014

The latest tech-based amenities have opened up more options for luxury home buyers. According to The Wall Street Journal, 87% of luxury home buyers favoured a tech-friendly home and 66% said that smart homes would be on their wish list instead of green homes. The reason why smart homes are being preferred over other offerings … Read more