Yep, most architects or anyone in general know the policies about illegal roof structures. In Hong Kong it is different, the funky third “bedroom” is often an illegal structure because it is built on the rooftop terrace. The builidngs are often 40 years and more old and the structures were built back towards the beginning. It is concrete and has an adjoining bathroom and is connected to the rest of the flat with a small internal staircase. The HK government has been really cracking down on…Continue Reading “House HK, roof top houses (illegal) /China”
This unique bathroom, belongs to an old house in Morocco and was converted into usable rentable, commercial house space. The interior of the house is different. I will post some more info on this cool property soon. Anyway, cu in Morocco. Besides Marakesh go to Casablanca and watch out for nice locations of the American romantic drama film directed by Michael Curtiz, starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and Paul Henreid.
Today we feature Soho House Berlin is a Hotel and a private members’ club with 40 bedrooms. Set over eight floors of a restored Bauhaus building in the Mitte district, Soho House Berlin includes a Spa and gym, a rooftop pool, restaurants, bars, a screening room and a private dining area as well as a few nice bedrooms. The Soho House Berlin is Soho House Group’s first outside-UK European property and its largest so far. The hotel rooms offer the typical upscale fare: custom beds,…Continue Reading “The coolest place to be – Soho House Berlin, Hotel & Club / Germany”
Capsule hotels are trendy in Asia, lack of space but not of fun. You will find them in Japan, and HK and eg. They are also very popular in Tokyo and you will find them everywhere, a lot of businessman love to stay overnight in these places in Tokyo, just take a nap and later on back to work. It would be a shame to come to Tokyo and not take a walk across the famous intersection outside Shibuya Station. On sunny afternoons or clear…Continue Reading “Capsule hotel, Tokyo / Japan”
House & Hotel Magazine features Berlin. Why Berlin? Because it is one of the sexiest cities in the world. We would suggest to stay a bit longer in a house (private guest house) as part of a “downgrade” residential home. If you like feel free and stay in a Hotel, a rooming property designed to make nightly rental revenue. So, thats a bit about the name houseandhotel. Enjoy the sexiest city in the world. New resto tip in the hotel: LABANCA, a bit of “stylish bella…Continue Reading “Loftliving / Berlin / Germany”
The ultimate in eco-friendly mobile living, a great idea to bring your personal house with your bike. It is perhaps not as far fetched as it might first appear. After all, small or big, portable homes have security issues and bikes can pull quite a bit of weight and innovative bike trailers can even haul up a few pounds more.
House & Hotel feaures this nice location, but we were here because of the food. Organic, organic, organic, thanks to foodpioneers like the chef Mr. Redzepi we are on our way back to nature. The list of the world’s best restaurants containing some news and the winner is Noma/ Denmark. The title of world’s best restaurant has finally been wrenched from the grip of El Bulli in Spain, with Denmark’s Noma a newcomer, being acclaimed as the globe’s greatest dining experience. Mr Redzepis groundbreaking restaurant in Copenhagen,…Continue Reading “House Noma / Copenhagen / Denmark”
Today we feature a special housing project. The Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales are the inspiration for five courtyard gardens in an abandoned factory being converted into luxury loft apartments. Situated over a parking garage and in the shadow of surrounding buildings, the courtyards are a series of man–made, magical vignettes. By transforming traditional tales into a built environment, a cultural connection is made to German folklore, celebrating the mythical quality of Germany. The design provides a strong and memorable identity for the courtyards, creating a…Continue Reading “Houses & Lofts / “Paul-Lincke Höfe” five courtyards / Berlin /Germany”
The working environment of civil servants tells us about the personalities of these servants and the country for which they work. Gypsie travel to Bolivia, China, France, India, Jemen, Liberia, Russia and the United States, in order to portray civil servants while sitting behind their desks. Kunsthal Rotterdam shows more, the portraits provide a clear image of bureaucracy in various forms of government. We invite you to see something different and regret nothing…
Burning Man is a week-long annual event held in the Black Rock Desert ( Nevada, USA). The party starts on the Monday before, and ends on the day of, the American Labor Day holiday. It takes its name from the ritual burning of a large wooden effigyon on Saturday evening. The event is a kind of an experiment in music, dance, community, fun and self expression.
The Netherlands is famous for its windmills, wooden shoes and Delftware – and for KLM of course. What do you get when you combine all of these things? KLM’s new worldwide campaign ‘Tile & Inspire’. As part of the campaign, KLM has invited Facebook and other fans from around the globe to create a Delft blue tile showing their (profile) picture and an (inspiring) personal message. The tiles submitted by participants put them in the running to have their message placed on a real Boeing…Continue Reading “KLM Delft blue”
House & Hotel Magazine likes the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. The Biltmore is a Waldorf Astoria Hotel and since its opening in 1929 this resort, that is called “Jewel of the Desert”, has been one of the most recognized resorts in the world for its distinctive Frank Lloyd Wright architectural style. It offers luxurious facilities and storied history as a playground of the rich and famous. The hotel is nestled on 39 acres at the foot of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, has 737 luxurious guest rooms including…Continue Reading “Hotel Arizona Biltmore (Waldorf Astoria), Phoenix, USA”
