Hotels

September 25, 2025

Populus Denver: A Climate-Positive Hotel Combining Comfort With Stunning Contemporary Design

Stunning design and sustainable living aren’t mutually exclusive. The two can support and inform one another, creating something that is climate-neutral or even climate-positive. The luxury hotel Populus Denver strikes a balance between stellar architectural design and environmental consciousness. As an impressive addition to the Denver skyline, the exterior celebrates nature with white, round forms and eye-shaped window cutouts.

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August 9, 2025

Heatherwick’s Debut Thai Design Is Inspired by the Country’s Traditional Lanterns

Renowned architecture studio Heatherwick is making its debut in Thailand with a new cluster of buildings inspired by Thai lanterns. Hatai is a public space and two hotels nestled in Bangkok's Silom neighborhood. Using stacked glowing forms that bring softness to the skyline, Heatherwick incorporates Thai tradition into the design. Located on the historic site of the Narai Hotel, Hatai will feature a revamp of the hotel, plus a new Six Senses property.

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May 17, 2025

Luxury Resort on Dubai’s Coast Inspired by the Elegance of Superyachts

Inspired by the elegance of superyachts, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab has opened on the Dubai coastline. The hotel, created by architect Shaun Killa of Killa Design, is situated between the Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel, which are shaped like a sail and a wave, respectively. Completing Jumeirah's trilogy of nautical hotels, Marsa Al Arab's fluid architecture creates the illusion of movement.

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March 5, 2025

This Sustainable Hotel in an Ancient Saudi Arabian Town Glows by Candlelight at Night

Tucked away in the ancient desert town of AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Dar Tantora the House Hotel is like a portal to the past. The hotel has carefully restored the village’s traditional mudbrick architecture, staying true to the techniques passed down through generations. Local artisans have poured their skill and passion into every detail, making sure the spirit of AlUla’s history is preserved. The hotel features 30 unique rooms or “dars” (meaning “house” or “home”)

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