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Boca de Agua

A sustainable retreat in Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula

Nearby the crystal clear blue waters of Bacalar Lagoon in Mexico, Boca de Agua, conceived by architect Frida Escobedo, emerges as a harmonious blend of modern design and natural splendour. This architectural gem serves as a retreat where contemporary aesthetics meet sustainable principles, offering a luxurious escape in a jungle paradise.

nortehaus

A Japanese-inspired woodland escape two hours from Toronto

Nestled in the woodland of Ontario's Kawartha Lakes area, nortehaus is a serene haven away from the city.

Secluded Beachfront Sanctuary

Innit Lombok is perched on the white-sand shores of Ekas Bay in Lombok, Indonesia

Boasting a private white-sand beach that stretches 250 metres, this resort provides seven villas that seamlessly blend contemporary design with traditional Indonesian elements.

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.

Haight, São Paulo

The clothing brand's store is an exploration of light and surface

With blank walls and minimal furniture, the architecture focuses on the visitor's experience and movement through the space, rather than decoration.

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.

The Unfolding Home

Flexible living with Scandinavian design influences

Created by architecture and design studio ACOS, the Unfolding Home is a flexible, adaptable living space that shifts as its resident's needs change.

LIFE Co-Living Space

Pared-back apartments in a community living space in Seoul

LIFE is located in Gangnam, Seoul. Developed by FastFive and designed by Ian Lee, the building contains 140 micro-apartments. Clean lines, light colours and hidden storage create space, and shared facilities and weekly events create a sense of community.

JIGI Poke

Stunning modern design by Vaust Studio

Designed by Vaust Studio, the interior of Berlin's JIGI Poke features a striking combination of stainless steel and natural stone, coming together to create a grounded, earthy space.

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