Wanderlust
Designer dispatches from the road, documenting the people and places shaping contemporary travel culture.
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At Kaipuu on the Reef in Quanzhou, Signyan’s renovation decision to expose rather than conceal the ancient granite beneath the building turned out to be its making
Our pick of the latest design-forward lodgings from around the world
The new Four Seasons in Osaka splits its interiors between design firms Curiosity, Simplicity and Design Studio Spin. The smallest of the three commissions — Simplicity's tatami-floored Gensui — is also the most revealing
A century-old Higashiyama residence, renovated by Kooo Architects, becomes the first property under the Kiraku Tei villa brand — its interiors marked by Juraku plaster, hinoki cypress and natural light
Amidst Hong Kong’s relentless momentum, Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui emerges as a dynamic new anchor. Blending rich maritime heritage with modern glamour, the hotel offers a sophisticated pause for travellers
Within the canals of Dangkou Ancient Town, Hotel Wuxi MGallery reinterprets a 500-year scholarly legacy. Designers WATG and Wimberly Interiors have deftly navigated heritage constraints to deliver a modern canal-side architectural intervention
In place of overt luxury, Signyan Design’s Qing Shan Hot Spring embraces rural authenticity and back-to-basics simplicity — without sacrificing modern comfort
In Japan’s Kamakura, I In has reimagined an old office building as a seaside retreat, balancing intimate craft with expansive Pacific views and redefining luxury through spatial generosity and light
Swathes of natural materials and soaring volumes characterise Karijini House, designed by Gritt Studio
A design-led tour of one destination, selected by our global contributors and team. In this edition, we visit Penang’s UNESCO World Heritage site of George Town
Inside a nondescript Taipei apartment building, behind lush velvet curtains, lies Season Artisan Pâtissier, an eclectic yet harmonious space created by Ecru Studio to transport customers through a performance of pastry
Following a 19-month closure, Park Hyatt Tokyo reopens with a sensitive refresh by French studio Jouin Manku. The iconic hotel, which starred in Sofia Coppola’s 1997 film Lost in Translation, has been redesigned for the modern guest while preserving the original 1994 vision of Kenzō Tange and John Morford
Situated in a restored 1899 building near City Hall Square in Copenhagen, Hotel Bella Grande blends old-world glamour with modern sophistication. Tonen Agency designed the property to contrast muted, intimate private rooms with lively, Italian-inspired public spaces
Our pick of the latest design-forward lodgings from around the world
The Little Wild One transforms a previously abandoned architectural experiment into a womb-like retreat. Created by Ming Zhou of Enviro Tec, the design draws inspiration from the texture of the surrounding sand and the colour of the evening sunset
In Tokyo’s Nihonbashi, developer Staple reimagines urban hospitality with Soil — a sensitively designed hotel by Kiyoaki Takeda that grows naturally from its neighbourhood loam
Master planned by Bijoy Jain of Studio Mumbai and opened in late 2022, the mountain resort of Amaya now has a series of new villas by Voon Wong of London’s Viewport Studio that complement the property’s idyllic, enduring character
Occupying the upper floors of a 37-storey office tower, Park Hyatt Jakarta, designed by Conran and Partners, frames a panoramic view of the city while layering a distinctly Indonesian sense of place through local crafts and materials
One of Singapore’s oldest hotels has undergone a multi-year transformation, with a refreshed design that pays homage to both heritage and innovation
The new Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, set inside the supertall Merdeka 118 building, is a sophisticated study in contrast, marrying traditional Malay design in a strikingly modern steel and glass shell
André Fu combines iconic details from the beloved landmark with his signature flair, creating a reimagined Dusit Thani that resonates with well-heeled Bangkokians and stylish travellers alike
Soil and Sand is a serene retreat inspired by Mediterranean-style slow living, where natural materials and handcrafted touches help guests disconnect
A design-led tour of one destination, selected by our global contributors and team. In this first edition, we visit the South Korean capital of Seoul, notebook in hand
A global roster of top-tier designers unite in a Richard Rogers building to create The Emory, Maybourne’s newest London property, offering a hospitality experience that feels less like a hotel and more like home
In a remote mountain village, Team_Bldg has transformed a 1990s structure into a textile museum whose woven facade echoes the art collection within
If you’re heading to Copenhagen for 3daysofdesign or if you’re just looking for some armchair travel inspiration, we’ve rounded up our favourite places to stay, shop, eat, drink and see in this comprehensive city guide
The beloved brand marks a new chapter with its second Singapore outpost on the vacation island of Sentosa
A deliberate departure from commercial excess, Qing Shan 49 by Signyan Design offers a window into the soul of Yunnan
With interiors by prolific local studio Ministry of Design, The Standard, Singapore brings local flavour and nostalgic touches to the celebrated brand’s first property in the Lion City