For those of you who love winter sports, we would like to present an extraordinary and inventive architectural ski resort: the Barin Sky Resort near Shemshak, Iran. Designed by RYRA Studio…, the resort aimed to be a unique dialogue between nature and architecture. The inspiration came from the snow-covered landscape of the surroundings and the fluid lines of the

Designed by Greek studio Divercity Architects in collaboration with mplusm, Grace Santorini… is a beautiful 20-room hotel with astonishing views. Combining luxury with amazing services, the hotel is highly inviting, particularly if you take in consideration its beautiful swimming pools and welcoming interiors. Here is more from the architects: “The hotel provides a contemporary interpretation of vernacular architecture: economy

Hirsch Bedner Associates’ (HBA) recently completed design for the much-anticipated ESPA spa located in the Istanbul EDITION hotel…. Here is a short description from the project developers: “The contemporary spa was inspired largely by Turkish traditions, with design elements that echo the Hammam customs and atmospheric elements of Istanbul. This juxtaposition of the old with the new create a

Freshome readers, here’s a post that we believe will raise your spirits. For today we decided to showcase this impressive resort and spa located in the beautiful Thailand. Found on adelto…, the luxurious 5- star Pimalai “refuge” blends with the natural environment creating unforgettable experiences for the tourists who decide to spend their holidays here: Peace, Serenity, Solitude. These

The WhitePod Alpine Ski Resort… is located 1700 meters above sea level in the  village of Les Cerniers and consists of 15 original accommodation units in the shape of igloos. Overlooking a beautiful Swiss valley, the unusual resort combines traditional ideas with a highly modern way of living. They may look like typical homes of ice, but in fact the

Dar Hi is a hotel like no other. Located in a tiny village named Nafta, at the edge of the Sahara desert in Tunisia and overlooking a palm-tree oasis, Dar Hi is a place where one can get away and enjoy a thorough mind and body rejuvenation. The uncommon project (eco-retreat and spa) was parented by Parisian designer Matali Crasset…

Hotel “Le Seven”… is located next to the Latin Quarter, in the heart of old Paris, an enchanting tourist area, filled with various restaurants and commercial centers. The hotel features seven unusual looking suites and a few “levitating furniture” rooms which the customers can book online. Each of these apartments has its own special design theme: 007, The “Alice” Suite

Located just 60 kilometers South of the Arctic Circle, in Harads, Sweden, the “Treehotel” is an innovative accommodation project, one that is also considered environmental friendly. Treehotel consists of four individual rooms, all with a unique design. The most talked about building is “The Mirrorcube” designed by Tham & Videgard Architects…, a 4 meters cube covered with reflecting glass,

The Hollywood sign is a symbol of the famous star city and is probably one of the few landmarks known throughout the Globe. But what most people don’t know is that lately it is going through a series of issues concerning the land it is placed on and the money the property involves. This is probably why Christian Bay –…

You probably got used to articles on Freshome that feature things like ‘amazing architecture ideas” , “world’s largest…” and so on. We know you like seeing brilliant and unusual constructions here and we will try to keep offering them to you. Designed by Asymptote Architecture and with a lighting arrangement done by Arup Lighting,… today’s project is located in Abu

Who hasn’t heard of the romantic sunsets in Santorini? This is a great example of  an island of unbelievable pristine beauty, one of the few in which architecture and human influence combine with natural resources in creating something even more authentic. Mistique Resort is actually the name for eighteen suites and villas located in this Greek island, overseeing an amazing…

We haven’t stumbled upon Cheryl Rowley‘s work up until now, but seeing the interiors at the EPIC Miami Hotel and Residences…, we’re sorry we didn’t … Located at the edge of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay, the 54 story has 411 charming guestrooms and suites that make you crave for spending your whole life in there. Designed

What are the key elements that you look for when searching for a hotel? Good location, cheap prices or a stylish interior that gets the eye? Well if it’s the latter what about a look at the W New York, a prestigious Manhattan hotel. With guestrooms and suites recently renovated by Hong-Kong based architecture firm BBG-BBGM… to feature soothing colors