Hotels

August 26, 2015

"Treehotel" Cabins Offer One-Of-A-Kind Lodging in a Bird’s Nest and UFO

If you're looking for a unique lodging experience, the Treehotel in Harads, Sweden is it. This unconventional locale feature six cabins that are all suspended above ground and no two are alike. The varied designs are all delightfully creative takes on a treehouse: they include a bird's nest and UFO, as well as a mirrored box that reflects its magnificent surroundings in unspoiled nature.

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January 22, 2015

Hotel Design Inspired by a Cross-Sectioned Amethyst Geode

Amethyst, a beautiful precious gemstone, is the inspiration behind NL Architects' proposed chain of hotels. But, their unconventional design does more than just reference the color. It makes the structure appear as if it's the jewel itself. The Amsterdam-based designers created the illusion by splitting the building in half with the brilliant, multifaceted purple forms at its core. At first glance, this building looks like a sculpture rather than lodging.

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May 14, 2014

Stunning Hotel is Tucked Away in Once-Abandoned Caves

Tucked away in the once-abandoned caves of Matera, a little-known village in Southern Italy, lies the Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita. It's a one-of-a-kind hotel built by Swedish-Italian entrepreneur, hotelier, and philanthropist Daniele Kihlgren. The spectacular space features 18 rooms that blend traditional, locally-sourced design with a contemporary finish and makes it the perfect place for a truly unique getaway.

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