Architecture 2025: Tourism buildings
city hotel – goldener hirsch – kufstein
The existing Gothic building, dating back to the 15th century, has undergone continuous development over the centuries. Significant adaptations were made during the Baroque and Classicist periods. Urban events - such as the fire of 1504 - remain visible in the structure today. The logical guiding principle for the
Kástu cabin houses in Őrség
What is the relationship with the landscape for someone who lives in it, compared to someone for whom it serves as a source of physical, mental, or even spiritual refreshment - or the preservation and strengthening of health, which encompasses all these aspects? The difference is fundamental. The former
Hotel Santre
A special location in the Eisack Valley above Brixen, in St. Andrä, inspired the Goller family to create a unique 5-star hotel with 131 beds. Together with Comfort_Architecten, a contemporary project was realized — one that stands out for its positioning and design while forming a harmonious relationship with
Loser Panoramabahn
With the new Loser Panorama Cable Car, the region is making a bold statement in innovative, ecological architecture and forward-thinking mobility. This state-of-the-art cable car ensures a faster, safer, and barrier-free connection to Loser, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view. Spanning a distance of 3,5 kilometers, the cable car
HYDE Hotel Bodrum
HYDE Hotel Bodrum, the first hotel in Turkey by London-based Ennismore, opened in the summer of 2024 with a sophisticated and bohemian design by Yeşim Kozanlı Architecture. With over 29 years of experience, Yeşim Kozanlı Architecture crafted the hotel's architectural and interior spaces, blending modern luxury with dynamic energy
Weingut Franz-Josef Gritsch
The extension of the Mauritiushof on the church square in Spitz an der Donau required coordination not only with the Federal Monuments Office but also with the UNESCO World Heritage Advisory Board. A prominently exposed natural stone courtyard wall serves as a unifying element between two solid buildings that
Tarvisio Ski School
Studio Beltrame has designed a new ski school near the Tarvisio ski resort in Italy, replacing a smaller structure with a dynamic, undulating volume inspired by the surrounding mountains. The design blends tradition and innovation, utilizing local materials such as timber and black metal cladding, which echo the architectural
Lindos White Hotel Extension
The Lindos White Hotel Extension adds 28 elegantly designed rooms to the existing hotel, seamlessly blending innovation with functionality. The design envisions a space defined by bold, striking volumes with a minimalist aesthetic. A key feature is the intense diagonal geometric shapes, which create a dynamic interplay of light
SIAU IBIZA HOTEL
This proposal distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability (BREEAM certification) and seamless integration with its surroundings. The design minimizes environmental impact while embracing the Ibizan architectural style, preserving the essence of traditional construction. To avoid a dense, monolithic structure, the building is divided into separate blocks. At its
Gruber Röschitz Winery
Nestled in the vineyards outside the narrow village lanes of Kellergasse Röschitz - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - this elongated structure blends seamlessly into its surroundings. Partially built into the slope, the winery combines timber construction, clay walls, and concrete foundations, embodying a harmonious balance between tradition and
Hotel Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West
Europe’s largest Hampton by Hilton hotel, which opened in August 2024, stands as an architectural landmark in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus, an up-and-coming district of Vienna. Spanning 15.500 m² across nine floors, the hotel features 355 modern rooms, catering to both business and leisure travelers. Its striking triangular form, with three differentiated
NEUER STRAND NEUSIEDLERSEE
The 16-hectare site of NEUER STRAND is located in Breitenbrunn, northern Burgenland, at the heart of the Fertő-Neusiedler See UNESCO World Heritage Site. The core design concept is to bring the lake to the building, rather than the building to the lake. As a result, the central marina building
Vilsalpsee Restaurant
The Vilsalpsee Restaurant is surrounded by a largely untouched landscape in the middle of a nature reserve. The horizontality of the water level and the steeply rising rock formations are the defining elements that make this place so special. The building seeks to bring these apparent opposites into a
Glacier Lagoon Hotel / Hótel Jökulsárlón
Located near the iconic Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in Southeast Iceland, Hótel Jökulsárlón embodies a harmonious blend of modern design and the breathtaking beauty of nature. The hotel’s architecture is thoughtfully crafted to respect its stunning surroundings, utilizing sustainable construction methods to minimize its environmental impact. This design philosophy ensures
Ščurek Estate
The Ščurek family winery in Plešivo, Goriška Brda, blends traditional architecture with modern design, drawing inspiration from the region’s fertile soil. The multi-level structure adapts to the sloping terrain, with terraces shaping its form and reflecting the earth’s natural tones. Exploring the winery is much like tasting wine -
Scorpios Bodrum
Scorpios Bodrum is a boutique resort on Turkey's Aegean coast that seamlessly blends nature, architecture, and human interaction into a sustainable retreat. The resort's design is centered around the movement of sunlight, creating an immersive experience that spans from sunrise to sunset. The master plan, resembling a small Aegean
Saltwater Oasis Wellness & Spa
Saltwater Oasis Wellness & Spa is a striking architectural landmark within a tourist resort situated on a paleontological site, which served as the inspiration for its design. Drawing from the Nautilus fossil and the golden ratio, the structure embodies the elegance of natural geometries. Spanning three levels, the centerpiece
Schloss Plars wine&suites
Nestled among vineyards and mountains, Schloss Plars is a charming historic building that now houses a small hotel, recently renovated. The new extension was driven by the need to expand the structure while blending nature, culture, and tradition. Inspired by the Algund Waalweg, with its vineyards and flowing water,
Wellness in Stancija Baracija
The wellness addition to Stancija Baracija is situated in the northern area and spatially completes the existing complex by adding a private courtyard that contrasts in character with the open vineyards surrounding the Stancija. The volumes are traditional in composition and form, continuing and completing the previously refurbished original
Conference Hall and Apartment Building, Balatonfüred
The building's appearance is defined by its two primary functions, housed in separate wings. The conference hall is a single-story block on the ground floor, featuring a green roof and a large opening offering views of the lake. Perpendicular to the mass of the conference block, the first and
Bergerie Pique
The striking chalet extension of the traditional organic farm embodies pure alpine joie de vivre. Fresh mountain air, breathtaking views, and idyllic surroundings make your stay a truly unique experience. In just three months of construction, the existing building was expanded to include a farm shop and two cozy
Badhaus
Located in the historic center of Brixen, the project involves carving out a courtyard within the dense urban fabric and constructing a new building, aimed at redeveloping an old section of the historical center to make it accessible to the public for various uses. By establishing a new pedestrian
Pnoes
Pnoēs Tinos, a member of Design Hotels, is the first design holiday destination on Tinos, Cyclades. Designed as a cluster of villas with private pools and gardens, Pnoēs embodies the island's spirit in its architecture and hospitality philosophy, aimed at relaxation and regeneration. The architecture reflects the island’s elements
Modification and Expansion Hotel Kirchenwirt in Strobl
In the heart of Strobl am Wolfgangsee, the traditional Hotel Kirchenwirt is located. To meet the needs of a modern town hotel, some rooms on the first and second floors were modified. As part of this, the roof of the southeast part of the building was raised, and a