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Modern Jungle Hideout

A contemporary, authentic Balinese experience at Bisma Eight Hotel

Located in the natural and cultural heart of Ubud, Bisma Eight Hotel offers a contemporary take on an authentic Balinese experience amongst the lush greenery of central Bali. The hotel feels like a dreamy hideout, with an atmosphere of relaxation present throughout the property.

Interview: In Good Company

A conversation with Co-Founder and Director, Louise Bastiras

The team behind Melbourne furniture showroom In Good Company has created an experience that resembles "shopping with a trusted friend". Softer Volumes spoke with Co-Founder and Director, Louise Bastiras, to find out more about the brands they've curated, the atmosphere in the showroom, and the design of the store itself.

Best Luxury Hotel Suites in Sydney

Upgrade your stay with these stunning hotel rooms

From the quintessential hotel suite experience to a more relaxed vibe akin to kicking back in your dream inner-city apartment, our list of the best luxury hotel suites in Sydney will have you inspired to check in sooner rather than later (and politely enquiring about the possibility of a late check out before you know it).

Luscious Seclusion

Bisma Eight Villas – Ubud, Bali

Walking into Bisma Eight Villas feels like a long, slow exhale of breath. A sense of calm is present throughout the property, and each of the 12 expansive villas has been mindfully crafted to offer a particularly relaxing and luxurious stay.

Best Cafés in Singapore

A guide to beautifully-designed specialty coffee shops in Singapore

Singapore is one of the best cities in the world for specialty coffee and design enthusiasts. There's a wealth of cafés across the city to visit, each offering their unique take on the coffee drinking experience, enhanced by interesting interior design to ensure a memorable experience for their guests. Enjoy this selection of the best cafés in Singapore.

Inside Australia’s Contemporary Urban Resort (Video)

Where brutal modernism and lush greenery form a city oasis

Softer Volumes presents a new video interview series exploring the stories behind some of Australia's best design destinations and brands. In this episode, we visit The Calile Hotel, which takes centre stage on Brisbane’s fashionable James St. We spoke to The Calile’s owner and general manager about the hotel’s inspiration and design—gaining insight into the type of experience they’ve created for guests when staying at what has quickly become an icon of Australian hospitality.

World’s Best Minimalist Cafés

Modern coffee shops combining beautiful interior design and specialty coffee

To celebrate the launch of Softer Volumes: Cafés—our hardcover book exhibiting beautifully-designed coffee shops around the world—in this article we've highlighted a selection of the best minimalist café designs. Showcased here are pared-back spaces that ensure the focus remains directly on the specialty coffee they serve.

Hinterhouse

A tranquil timber cabin in Quebec's woodland

Nestled on a hillside in Quebec, Hinterhouse is a serene forest retreat. Built from sustainable timber, the cabin features a sauna with woodland views.

Best Cafés in Seoul

Specialty coffee shops in South Korea with eye-catching interior design

South Korea's coffee scene is thriving. In the capital city of Seoul, customers can take their pick from thousands of coffee shops, and there are plenty more noteworthy outlets throughout the rest of the country. Softer Volumes has put together a selection of some of the best cafés in Seoul—as featured in our recently published book, Softer Volumes: Cafés.

In Conversation with Carter Lovett

A stylish neighbourhood favourite in Melbourne | An interview series in partnership with Peroni Nastro Azzurro

Carter Lovett is a family-run, neighbourhood favourite offering breakfast, lunch and dinner. Setting up shop as an espresso bar, cafe, wine bar and bistro, it's quickly gained a strong local following since opening in late-2019. Softer Volumes spoke to co-owner Mary-Jane Daffy about the venue's unique concept, contemporary design and elevated menu.

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Modern Jungle Hideout

Interview: In Good Company

Best Luxury Hotel Suites in Sydney

Luscious Seclusion

Best Cafés in Singapore

Inside Australia’s Contemporary Urban Resort (Video)

World’s Best Minimalist Cafés

Hinterhouse

Best Cafés in Seoul

In Conversation with Carter Lovett

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