Southern California’s Orange County carries certain connotations but these stereotypes oft-overshadow Laguna Beach’s history as a bastion of counter-culture activity. Since at least the days of prohibition, the compact coastal city has been a haven for surfers, craftspeople, and other creatives. Looking to channel this nonconformist essence in the $15 million gut-renovation of what was […]
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Nestled between the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Petit and Gros Pitons – soaring volcanic plugs emerging along Saint Lucia’s increasingly popular Caribbean coastline – Sugar Beach unfolds within a dense rainforest. The 100-acre resort comprises a wide variety of classically styled guest rooms, bungalows, and villas with light, bright, and breezy architectural details harkening back to […]
With the Caucasus Mountains – the tallest in Europe – soaring in the distance, Kakheti unfolds as one of the best and oldest wine growing regions in the world. At its core is the all-encompassing Lopota Lake Resort. Unfolding from the historic Château Beura – the seat of the long-run eponymously named vineyard – the […]
Emerging from indigenous Mesa farmland just south of alternative Baja California coastal town Todos Santos – the unspoiled and unfussy antithesis of oversaturated and costly Cabo San Lucas one hour south – is Paradero. Opened in 2021, the 41-suite resort has already garnered numerous accolades for its wellness-focused mission, striking Brutalist – albeit site-responsive and […]
Of the several pristine, beach-ladened islands that extend from New England and New York, Nantucket is perhaps the most remote. Jotting off Cape Cod, this smaller and quainter outcrop has a strong seafaring character and maritime tradition, fishing and whaling in previous centuries. Though it counts among some of the costliest vacation and second home […]
10. Prada and Axiom Space Are Heading to the Moon in New Spacesuit We might not be suiting up for space travel anytime soon, but we can still marvel at the Axiom Space x Prada lunar spacesuit. Dubbed the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU), this cutting-edge design seamlessly blends advanced engineering with Prada’s iconic fashion […]
Leave it to Kith to turn travel into a full-on style statement. The New York-based lifestyle brand just unveiled its multi-year partnership with luxury luggage powerhouse TUMI, and the debut collection is a first-class upgrade for your next journey. With elevated carry-ons and sleek travel accessories, the Kith for TUMI collection is so good, it […]
Got a travel enthusiast in your life? Or maybe you’re the one that’s always on the go with a passport in hand? As the holiday season sneaks up, it’s the perfect time to bring a little magic to those upcoming journeys with gifts that add comfort, ease, and a dash of style to travel plans. […]
When you’re away from home, eager to reach your final destination, the last thing you need is added stress from juggling cumbersome luggage. Whether you’re navigating solo or with your family in tow, playing Tetris with your luggage as you try to maneuver everything to baggage check-in is never fun. What if, instead of hunting […]
Named for its defining architectural element, Dome is a new restaurant within Bali’s ever-popular Desa Potato Head resort. Joining its rich offering of hospitality and cultural amenities, which includes a beach club, 225-room hotel, and spa, the OMA-designed haunt reflects the sprawling destination’s earthy aesthetic and embodies its eco-conscious mandate all while introducing a tinge […]
Twice a month we’re inviting one of the Design Milk team members to share five personal favorites – an opportunity for each of us to reveal the sort of designs we love and appreciate in our own lives from a more personal perspective. Social Media Consultant Maivy Tran returns this week for our Take 5 series. 1. Slope Bookend […]
At the confluence of the Aegean and wider Mediterranean seas – but also ancient and contemporary times – Bodrum is a coastal city in southwestern Turkey that serves as a first point of entry for an ever-expanding riviera dotted with trendy resorts, many of which have been designed in the almost antiseptic white cube architectural […]
In its post-Civil War evolution, Atlanta was something of a phoenix rising from the ashes. This now booming metropolis was one of the first in the Reconstruction era to embrace the “New South” model, favoring more modern and industrialized development over an adherence to the agricultural system that had long dominated the South Eastern region […]
Gone are the days of being frantic and frazzled while searching for your nondescript luggage in a sea of sameness at baggage claim. With the luggage range aptly named Tela, which is Italian for “canvas,” travelers can transform their suitcase into a journal of sorts easy to spot from anywhere. Created by B Corp certified […]
Unfolding along the Pacific Ocean, the five bedroom villa is as much a boon to El Salvador’s tourism industry as it is the idea of spending quality time with your next of kin. The Al Suave House in Playa El Zonte can only be booked for a minimum of seven nights, which means that any […]
London is awash in trendy neighborhoods, each with their own distinct historic charm and contemporary character. Strategically situated at the intersection of chic Marylebone, highbrow Mayfair, and hip Soho, BoTree Hotel is a new 229-room destination that evokes the village-like atmosphere of these surroundings. Dutch architecture firm Concrete Amsterdam’s bold, site-responsive design of its lobby, […]
Perched atop the picturesque ski slopes of Le Massif de Charlevoix in Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Chalet Bertha is a noble project designed by the renowned studio Perron. The private chalet-hotel embodies a seamless blend of luxury, comfort, and nature, offering an unparalleled retreat for a large, nature-loving family seeking relaxation and quality time together. The client […]
BOIFFILS Architectures has unveiled its transformative redesign of Terminal 2 at Singapore’s Changi Airport, encapsulating the ‘Garden City’ ethos within a biophilic framework that aims to revolutionize airport design. Spanning 120,000 square meters over three levels, the five-year project redefines the terminal into a serene, nature-infused space. The renovation prioritizes passenger comfort and aesthetic pleasure, […]
So let’s say you’re a new Tesla CyberTruck owner and you have every intent to use your audaciously brutalist-styled EV as the automaker has confidently advertised: off city streets and out across the great outdoors in search for adventure. If so, you might want to start budgeting as the CyberTruck will soon have a capable […]
Along the shoreline of Puerto Escondido can be found a motley of architecture – surfer beach huts, traditional Oaxacan homes, open air eateries and bars, interspersed with a growing number of contemporary vacation homes and resorts attached to architectural pedigree. Casona Sforza belongs to the latter, a blend of organic modernism with local craftsmanship characterized […]
In the simplest of terms, the MM:NT Berlin Lab is a temporary mini-hotel within a hotel – the first of its kind. Each of the Lab’s six guest rooms are being used by operator Adina Hotels to beta test new ideas in hope of determining exactly what Gen Z and Millennial travelers prefer during a […]
If you’ve ever been inside a camper van or watched someone else in one, you know that oftentimes one has to slouch or bend over due to their low ceiling heights. Then there’s Noovo Plus who is setting out to change that. Built on the Super High Roof platform, this innovative vehicle offers unparalleled comfort, […]
The late and great Richard Rogers’ Centre Pompidou and the Lloyd’s Building are both examples of architecture that define the designation of a landmark. And if the Maybourne Hotel Group has their wishes granted, The Emory – a the newly opened, Rogers-designed structure in London’s Knightsbridge – will go on to earn similar architectural accolades […]
For the vast majority of frequent fliers, traveling by air is associated with a litany of inconveniences and discomforts. We do it because we have to, not because we want to – all reflective of an industry maximizing efficiencies rather than amenities. But for those fortunate enough to travel by business or first class, those […]
