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Alila Yangshuo Hotel

Beijing-based studio Vector Architects, has transformed a 1960s sugar factory into a spectacular luxurious hotel in China´s beautiful Yangshuo county. Surrounded by the dramatic karst mountain landscape, the Alila Yangshuo Hotel is composed of restaurants, a library, spa,177 rooms, suites, and villas that occupy a number of heritage buildings among the vaulted mountains. The luxury resort celebrates the rich history of its industrial past while seamlessly blending into its stunning surroundings. Comparable but contemporary materials and construction methods are used in order to achieve continuity and complement the historic architecture. The end result is mind-blowing as you can see by the images below.



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RIVER HOUSE

This stunning retreat was designed by Bali-based architect Alexis Dornier. River House is part of the "The River House Group", a collection of exquisite villas in Canggu and Perenenan, Bali. This impressive architectural statement is nestled in the jungle with rice paddy views, on the river, and with your own 25m pool. The five-bedroom house is built with reclaimed timber and locally sourced sandstone, it features the living rooms and garden located on the...
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EXCLUSIVE ONE-BEDROOM OVER-WATER BUNGALOW | BELIZE - Image

EXCLUSIVE ONE-BEDROOM OVER-WATER BUNGALOW | BELIZE

Cayo Espanto is at Caribbean island Belize, it offers ultimate privacy and 5-star service. At the resort you can choose to stay at the exclusive and spectacular one bedroom, over-the-water bungalow named Casa Ventanas. This unique bungalow is the most intimate, romantic and most popular accommodation on the island. Guests are always enchanted by all of the sea life swimming right past or under the bungalow.  ...
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HOTEL CARLOTA MEXICO

Hotel Carlota is a spectacular fusion between original and contemporary. Located in the heart of Mexico City, the hotel has a main focal point in its beautiful central courtyard and stunning pool. It is overlooked by the restaurant and bar, as well as the library, shop, and gallery areas. Concrete was used heavily throughout the building, and it merges beautifully with industrial, technological and artisan elements. Each of the hotel´s 36 rooms have their own uniqu...
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