REYKJAVIK / 101 Hotel

REYKJAVIK / 101 Hotel

by | Apr 19, 2016 | Travel

Exactly the kind of hotel you would expect to find in the center of Reykjavik: modern, warm, efficient, and loaded with geothermal pools.  The monochromatic design of this 38 room boutique hotel is kept warm with lots of wood, burlap, skins, fire places, and a...
SEATTLE / Wa_Sauna

SEATTLE / Wa_Sauna

by | Apr 15, 2016 | DESIGN, Travel

Designed by goCstudio, this privately owned sauna was built to be used year round on Seattle’s Union Lake.  The vessel — large enough to accommodate up to 6 people — is powered by an electronic motor and is heated with a wood burning...
L.A. / Mama Shelter

L.A. / Mama Shelter

by | Apr 7, 2016 | DESIGN, Travel

A little while ago we reported on the amazing MAMA SHELTER hotel in Paris.  We are happy to announce that they have recently opened another location in Hollywood, CA.  These founders of Club Med (yes, that’s right — hands up, baby hands up) have...
HIGH TECH / luggage

HIGH TECH / luggage

by | Apr 5, 2016 | DESIGN, Travel

As a somewhat self proclaimed seasoned traveler, I am generally happy when my luggage takes me from A to B, and is always there waiting for me at luggage claim — in tact and pretty.  But even for the most seasoned of travelers, it’s always nice when...
PRAGUE / Nejen Bistro

PRAGUE / Nejen Bistro

by | Mar 17, 2016 | RESTO, Travel

Located in the growing district of Karlín — now on the mend after the 2002 flooding — is new-comer Nejen Bistro.  This locale has been fully restored with original brick walls and beautifully hand-painted tiles that give a definite Mediterranean...
PHILIPPINES / island for RENT

PHILIPPINES / island for RENT

by | Mar 2, 2016 | Travel

This sprawling 2,000 sqft two-story family house on Brother Island, Philippines, comfortably accommodates 10 people in a casual tree-house style.  Located in the Sulu Sea, the island offers an endless array of lounge areas with a big chill factor and a panoramic...