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Tropical Victorian With a Touch of Magic
The Prestige Hotel brings to Penang’s hospitality environment a sense of playfulness, illusion and mystery
Boutique Hotel Moss Opens in Hobart
This lush accommodation is housed in a converted Georgian sandstone warehouse and aims to highlight the rich culture and natural beauty its location
An Art-Filled Retreat in Downtown Jakarta
The Alila SCBD brings art and design together, from Asia and abroad
An Abandoned Riverside Warehouse Becomes a Book Bar
Lacime Architects’ Liwa Riverside Book Bar on a university campus in Shanghai is a tranquil space for reading and relaxing
Serene Wabi-sabi at Mumbai Restaurant Sequel
Redesigned by architect Ashiesh Shah, the restaurant aims to be a luxury farm-to-fork experience
This Fashion Boutique Doubles as a Playground
A Tokyo-based architecture firm has transformed a fashion store into a fun-filled space
French Restaurant Louise Evokes the Home of a Refined Mademoiselle
Interior designer André Fu created several distinct dining experiences within this two-storey heritage building where chef Julien Royer serves up classic French fare
Contemporary Culture & Heritage Blend at the Shanghai EDITION
The Shanghai iteration of Ian Schrager’s iconic hotel has become a hotspot for locals and tourists alike, and while it makes a perfect base from which to explore the city there’s plenty to discover before even leaving the hotel
The Familiar and the New at Amanoi
Situated in southern Vietnam, the country’s first Aman offers seclusion with the lure of first-time experiences
A Home Away from Home at The RuMa
This newly opened hotel in Kuala Lumpur tells the story of the city’s past without tipping into pastiche, and the result is a bespoke, homely experience
A Look Inside Tokyo’s Royal Park Canvas - Ginza 8
The new design-focused hotel brand’s third establishment has a ‘vintage modern’ style that befits its Ginza location
Getting to Know Rosewood Bangkok Designer Celia Chu
The Taiwanese designer imbues each of her projects with a strong sense of place and appreciation for local artisanry
A Glistening Jewel in Chiang Mai
In Thailand’s cultural capital, local and traditional vernacular are reimagined at Little Shelter hotel
An Urban Ryokan and Rooftop Onsen in Tokyo
ONSEN RYOKAN YUEN SHINJUKU embodies the essence of traditional ryokans adapted for modern travellers
The High Life
Designed by Joyce Wang, the newly unveiled penthouse at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park offers refined pied-à-terre living in one of London’s most prestigious locations
Smooth Sailing
Travel app Porter & Sail combines modern travel conveniences with local insights and personalised content, and it’s making its way into Asia
MOGANA: A True Sense of Japan
Minimalist and peaceful, this new hotel in Kyoto offers an experience based on beauty and balance, where references to the past meet new technology
Tradition and Modernity Meet at the St. Regis
Hong Kong’s newest luxury hotel draws on its rich history and goes beyond
This Hotel Doubles as an Art Gallery
Art is at the heart of the Silks Club in Kaohsiung, where guests can see the work of over 200 artists before even leaving the hotel
Japan’s first MUJI HOTEL opens in Ginza
A heaven for lovers of the brand’s minimalist contemporary design, this expansive development also includes two design galleries, a multi-storey global flagship store, bar and restaurant