The great snail rush: exploring the global supply chain, ethical farming innovations, scientific research, and the cultural evolution that turned an unlikely ingredient into a cornerstone of the beauty industry

From untreated larch wood to biomass heating, every design choice at Forestis is shaped by the goal of minimizing impact — an interview with Teresa Unterthiner, general manager and owner of Forestis

Nestled in citrus groves and olive trees, the resort maintains historic architecture and landscape, integrating energy-efficient design and local materials in its restoration

Between Swiss mountain silence and technical infrastructure, Cervo Mountain Resort explores the limits of sustainability when it becomes architecture, routine, and material language

From industrial bones to Bauhaus-meets-Surrealist alchemy, Philippe Starck turns the concrete shell at 1–7 rue Jean-Richepin into a political statement of circular design, complete with rooftop vegetables

Renovated by Belgian designer Decarpentrie, LeCrans Hotel applies sustainable practices to energy use, material sourcing, and waste management to reduce environmental footprint 

Within a landscape shaped by nature and Tuscan historical practices, Saturnia’s sulfur spring offers health benefits while supporting local economies and sustainable tourism

At the former Grand Hotel Evropa, W Prague reinterprets Czech Art Nouveau through restored details, a new architectural volume, and a narrative of memory and transformation

The renovation of Hôtel Balzac focuses on sustainability through the use of locally sourced materials, circular production methods, and a design prioritizing durability over appearance

Founders of Golden Goose Alessandro and Francesca Gallo renovated old palace Ca’ Da Mosto and opened a new hotel on the Grand Canal with an avant-garde spirit