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While Iceland attracts millions of tourists each year, its “sister island,” Greenland, remains a hidden and remote gem, ...
25/11/2025

While Iceland attracts millions of tourists each year, its “sister island,” Greenland, remains a hidden and remote gem, largely untouched by crowds.

In 2017, Jon and Anika Krogh, a Danish-Greenlandic couple, opened two of the most beautiful mobile tent camps on the island, offering an all-inclusive and exclusive experience.

Comfortable and spacious canvas tents with private bathrooms overlook deep, quiet bays where small icebergs or whales can be spotted. One is Camp Saqqaq () in Disko Bay, only accessible by RIB boats from civilization.

From June to September, activities include visiting a floating iceberg, embarking
on invigorating hikes, or simply exploring the untouched landscape in quiet contemplation.

Discover more about Camp Saqqaq and other hidden retreats in our book 'Remote Places to Stay Vol.2', co-edited by Debbie Pappyn, David De Vleeschauwer.

Grab your copy via the link: https://gstl.tn/RemotePlacesVol2. Now also available to purchase in USA.

Photography by: David De Vleeschauwer

Le Palais Bulles rises from the red rocks of the Massif de l’Esterel, its organic curves inspired by the Côte d’Azur. De...
24/11/2025

Le Palais Bulles rises from the red rocks of the Massif de l’Esterel, its organic curves inspired by the Côte d’Azur. Designed by Antti Lovag in the 1980s and later owned by Pierre Cardin, the “Bubble Palace” became a stage for his legendary parties.

Lovag rejected rigid plans and shaped the palace directly on-site, letting the bubbles emerge freely through wire frames and sprayed concrete. The result is a fluid cluster of 20 interconnected domes with curving interiors and red Carrara marble floors.

Discover more of the world’s most captivating art destinations in our title 'The Art Escapes Atlas', available via the link: https://gstl.tn/TheArtEscapesAtlas

Photography by: 1,2,4). Cloe Harent, 3). Remy Fay, 5). Jean-Pascal Hesse

How to immerse guests in the raw beauty of the ancient forest with the least possible impact on the natural surroundings...
23/11/2025

How to immerse guests in the raw beauty of the ancient forest with the least possible impact on the natural surroundings?

Architect Espen Surnevik's answer was the PAN Treetop Cabins, whose slender, prismatic design makes it seem to float in the treetops.

The cabins are not attached to the trees but are built on elegant steel structures that are anchored in solid rock.

This cabin gives the atmosphere of living intimately together in a tent, but with the comfortable qualities of a hotel.

Inspire yourself and discover more in our book 'Cabin Fever' – available via the link: https://gstl.tn/CabinFeverFB

Photography by: 1-3): Anne Bråtveit, 4-5): Rasmus Norlander

From A to Zen, breathe in a comprehensive guide of the world’s perfect places to find your inner peace.When we dream abo...
22/11/2025

From A to Zen, breathe in a comprehensive guide of the world’s perfect places to find your inner peace.

When we dream about the perfect vacation destination, many of us are thinking beyond simply taking time off work. We are looking for a retreat that offers a deeper, longer-lasting impact, be it spiritual, physical, or creative.

We seek to nourish our minds and bodies with soulful meditation and healthful foods. And we want to return home well rested and rejuvenated—changed.

All across the globe are vacation places dedicated solely to our physical and mental health—resorts and retreats in peaceful, natural surroundings that encourage us to slow down, to take a breath, and to indulge in a little personal introspection.

Join 'Mindful Places to Stay' in the discovery of peace and quiet in breathtaking spots scattered across the world. Available via the link: https://gstl.tn/MindfulPlacesToStayFB

Featured:
1). Photo courtesy of Aro Ha Wellness Retreat
2). Photo courtesy of Dwarika’s Resort
3). Photo by: Alvis Rozenbergs
4). Photo courtesy of The Newt in Somerset
5). Photo courtesy of Hoshino Resorts

Quality food has the ability to awaken our senses, a concept well-known to photographer and food-stylist-turned cooks, L...
21/11/2025

Quality food has the ability to awaken our senses, a concept well-known to photographer and food-stylist-turned cooks, Laura and Nora.

Through 'Our Food Stories', the pair have made it their mission to attain these delights through gluten-free, vegetarian, and healthy cooking.

In the first cookbook authored by Our Food Stories, uncover the beauty of the changing seasons through a wide range of delicious, gluten-free recipes. Available via the link in bio.

Photography by: Nora Eisermann & Laura Muthesius ()

Casa Quinchuyaku is located 9 miles from Quito, on the eastern slope of Ilaló in Ecuador, an extinct volcano 8,500 ft ab...
20/11/2025

Casa Quinchuyaku is located 9 miles from Quito, on the eastern slope of Ilaló in Ecuador, an extinct volcano 8,500 ft above sea level.

Designed by Emilio Lopez the home seeks to restore biodiversity and enhance soil quality through sustainable practices—using recycled greywater from bathrooms and kitchens for irrigation, and converting human waste into compost for planting.

Additionally, a system of terraced landscapes with infiltration trenches mitigates erosion by slowing rainwater runoff, allowing water to gradually
permeate the soil rather than washing it away.

The fully solar-powered house was constructed through a series of minga gatherings, an Inca tradition of community labor, fostering an environment of learning and sharing on-site.

Featured in our title 'Circular Materials: Innovation and Reuse in Design and Architecture', written by Joe Gibbs - available via the link: https://gstl.tn/CircularMaterials

Photography courtesy of Andres V Fotografia

In their quest to establish a new location for their Kyoto soba noodle restaurant Kawamichiya, whose history spans three...
19/11/2025

In their quest to establish a new location for their Kyoto soba noodle restaurant Kawamichiya, whose history spans three centuries, the owners sought a setting with genuine heritage — and found it in a 100-year-old townhouse in downtown Kyoto, now home to their latest outlet, KoshoAn.

Designed by Kyoto-based studios tdAtelier and Endo Shojiro Design, the renovation carefully restored hidden design elements lost in earlier restorations, from windows to alcoves, producing an interior that feels both familiar and unusual.

At its heart lies the kitchen, positioned centrally and framed by garden and street views, embodying the restaurant’s aesthetic of “old meets new” through reclaimed materials, rustic textures, and locally sourced Zabuton cushions.

Kawamichiya is featured in our book 'Tasteful', available to purchase via the link: https://gstl.tn/Tasteful

Photography by: Kohei Matsumura. Garden Design: Michikusa

The color blue has many associations: coolness, sadness, authority. In the Moroccan metropolis of Chefchaouen, also know...
17/11/2025

The color blue has many associations: coolness, sadness, authority. In the Moroccan metropolis of Chefchaouen, also known as the Blue City, the famously azure dwellings are said to symbolize the majesty of the sky.

Inspired by the power of color, and using the power of AI, Qatar-based designer Khaled Sadeden has created the ideal guest house for locals and visitors alike.

Featuring tiles, rugs, bed linen, and cushions in tessellating regional patterns cast in turquoise and maroon, his Moroccan Hotel is a tribute to the city.

Transported to an idyllic coastal location, the timber-beamed ceilings, terracotta doors, arched doorways, and cerulean walls and indoor pool demonstrate AI’s ability to reimagine traditional architecture, ensuring abalance of new and old.

Discover more Dreamscapes, Imagined Architecture, and Interiors in 'Living in a Dream', available via the link: https://gstl.tn/LivingInADream

Image: Khaled Sadeden

As winter draws near, few destinations capture warmth and wonder quite like Mexico. These five Design Hotels™ embody tha...
15/11/2025

As winter draws near, few destinations capture warmth and wonder quite like Mexico.

These five Design Hotels™ embody that essence through spaces where architecture, culture, and landscape come together in harmony.

Each hotel is a reflection of its creator’s vision — a dialogue between design and place.

From serene urban hideaways to remote coastal retreats, they transform the simple act of staying somewhere into a deeper experience of connection and calm.

This is the spirit of Design Hotels™: a global community of independent minds, the “Originals,” who infuse their spaces with authenticity, imagination, and an unmistakable sense of belonging.

Discover hidden gems, explore local cultures, and embark on a journey of discovery in our book 'Designed to Stay: The Design Hotels™ Book'. Available now via the link: https://gstl.tn/DesignedtoStay

Photo Courtesy of Design Hotels™
Cover Artwork by: Monja Gentschow

Tierra Patagonia is an eco-luxury lodge overlooking Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park, known for its dramatic peaks...
14/11/2025

Tierra Patagonia is an eco-luxury lodge overlooking Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park, known for its dramatic peaks, forests, and glacial lakes.

Open from October to April, it offers an all-inclusive retreat that blends exploration of nature with relaxation, aiming to provide a balanced experience that connects guests to the land and its people.

The lodge’s organic, wave-like form is fully clad in local lenga beech wood, allowing it to blend seamlessly into the Patagonian landscape. Inside, 40 rooms feature warm wood finishes, sheepskin rugs, and panoramic windows framing the wild scenery.

At its center lies the Uma Spa—named after the Aymara word for water—where guests can unwind in a heated pool with hydro-massage, outdoor hot tub, and saunas, all designed to maintain a continuous connection with the surrounding nature.

Discover more perfect places to find your inner peace in our book 'Mindful Places to Stay'— available via the link: https://gstl.tn/MindfulPlacesToStayFB

Photography courtesy of Tierra Patagonia.

Presence is a tourism complex on Iran’s Hormuz Island created to revive the local economy and empower residents. Located...
13/11/2025

Presence is a tourism complex on Iran’s Hormuz Island created to revive the local economy and empower residents.

Located on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, the island’s colorful landscapes contrast with its economic decline after nearby Bandar Abbas became the main port.

Commissioned by a semi-public institution, ZAV Architects designed the Majara Residence to attract tourism and involve locals as active custodians, focusing on building trust and participation rather than just structures.

The dome-shaped dwellings use Nader Khalili’s “superadobe” technique with earth-filled sandbags and barbed wire, creating strong, insulated, and affordable buildings while training locals in sustainable construction.

Disvover more projects about what's best in architecture today and what's most relevant for tomorrow in ArchDaily's first book 'The ArchDaily Guide to Good Architecture' – available to purchase via the link: https://gstl.tn/TheArchDailyGuideToGoodArchitecture

Photography: Courtesy of ZAV Architects

As our largest cities grow more dense, residents across the globe are turning the keys to smaller homes, and with it, em...
12/11/2025

As our largest cities grow more dense, residents across the globe are turning the keys to smaller homes, and with it, embracing the limitations of a reduced floor plan with endless creativity.

Our title 'Pretty Small' presents some of the innovative ways contemporary city-dwellers are setting up their spaces of solitude.

From the best ways to manage storage, to adapting rooms for use at various times of the day, this book showcases the many opportunities homeowners have in becoming inventive with their space.

Discover how design can deliver big comforts even in smaller spaces in 'Pretty Small', available via the link: https://gstl.tn/PrettySmall

Featured:
1). Photo: Matej Hakar
2). Photo: Akihide Mishima
3). Photo: Matthieu Torres
4). Photo: Eugeni Bach
5). Photo: Tom Ross

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