ARCHITECTURE
Old Water and Observatory Tower in Prague
The water tower was originally the only local dominant point with a view of the city panorama. But over time the surrounding land was developed, and the tower gradually lost its view of the city, it was blinded; however, our proposed periscope has returned its “sight”. We used the chimney of the steam machine for pumping water to locate the periscope. The periscope can be used to observe not
Apart-Hotel Svatý Vavřinec, Pec Pod Sněžkou
The suite houses were built on the lot of a former store from the 80s. Four of the houses are located on the „meadow“- a green roof above the shops in the parterre of the building. The space between the individual houses offers views of the far horizons of the mountain meadows. The atmosphere among these houses is intimate but neighborly. The roof garden covers commercial spaces and garages.
Hotel Navis, Orašje
A SUCCESSFUL TRANSFORMATION – REINCARNATION IN ARCHITECTUREThe existing building on the subject lot was reconstructed after the previous war for purpose of a wedding salon and attached to the old hotel building. That building however was endangering the embankment – an important landmark in Orašje. At our urging, investor Živković (Maxi firm) demolished the clumsy compound and consciously lost 200 m2, however got an independent building to be redesigned into
Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti, Pinzolo
A development that seems to emerge from the forest and integrates perfectly into the landscape in which it is located. in line with the philosophy of the Brand, Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti reinterprets the traditional architecture of the area. It rediscovers the recurring elements of mountain buildings, such as timber, stone and the rigorous simplicity of the finishes, and through a strong Italian style, gives prestige and luxury at
Eclipse Village Zelena Zaba, Trenčianské Teplice
Alpha Wellness Sensations has transformed the historic resort of Zelena Zaba, designed by the Czech architect Bohuslav Fuchs in 1935, into a contemporary wellness gem. Together we developed a complex of luxury wellness facilities for VIP guests, including seven Eclipses, a stainless steel swimming pool, a children’s pool, a VIP zone, and a restaurant. The seven Eclipses are nestled in picturesque woodland, together with the other facilities. These iconic,
OMMA Hotel Santorini
Contemporary yet timeless, OMMA reflects a philosophy of sophisticated aesthetics. Embracing the concept of contemporary minimalism, colours, shapes and fabrics eschew exaggeration and quantity, composing clean-cut spaces, balancing aesthetics and function, while producing luxury and elegance. The monochromatic palette and the plastic forms, that highlight a morphological reference to the island’s landscape, prevail. The fluid spaces, that sculpturally unfold in a tight-knit sequence, are always inextricably linked to the magnificent
Kenshō Boutique Hotel & Suites, Mykonos
The ultimate combination of traditional design with modern luxury A unique «design boutique hotel», Kenshō Boutique Hotel & Suites opened its doors recently in the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos. With an innovative way, Kenshō combines the Mykonian tradition with the natural wealth of the island through a minimalistic and elegant approach. Our “hidden treasure” bedecked with unique works of art by world-renowned designers, along with the high-quality services, create a
M89 Hotel, Milan
Located at number 89 of via Mecenate, M89 Hotel faces the factory halls that one hundred years ago hosted Caproni, one of the leading italian aviation companies, and which are now home to Gucci, after a meticulous renovation and expansion project by Piuarch. On the outside, the hotel hints at the outline of factory halls: the ground floor features a wide glass wall with a metal grate, at the same
Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA, Matera
THE CONCEPT The story of "Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA" begins with a drop, simple and pure figure that with its incessant fall shapes the material, shapes the spaces, the furnishings, the structure. A drop is the bronze work of Kengiro Azuma "MU765G", located in one of the two main entrances of the structure, which summarizes in its simplicity the meaning of life through the metaphor of the
Momart Gallery, Matera
In the heart of the ancient Sassi quarters and founded in 2014 – is Momart Gallery, inside a cave which is situated at the foot of the hill upon which sits the enchanting rupestrian church Madonna dell’ Idris. In 2019 this marvelous cultural space was completely renovated and restored. Alongside Momart Gallery’s founder – Monica Palumbo, is the architect and designer of the new space – Daniela Amoroso.The entire structure
Paracelsus Bad & Kurhaus
The new public bath designed by Berger+Parkkinen Associated Architects highlights Salzburg’s landmarks and mountains, and represents a visionary architectural project in the city’s historical center. In terms of urban design, the "Paracelsus Bad & Kurhaus" forms a joint between the late 19th-century block structures of Auerspergstraße, the open development along Schwarzstraße, the landscape of the Kurgarten and the Mirabellgarten. The building was conceived as a three-dimensional landscape with its
Starý Vrch Winery in an Apricot Orchard
The landscape of Southern Moravia is well known for vineyards running over the hills. The one called Starý vrch (meaning “Old Hill”) has become a place where an owner of a construction company fulfilled his dream. It is not far from a special spot, a location of the only almond tree orchard in Czechia. The winery is seated at the foot of the hill originally occupied by an apricot