Architectural Trends

The Grand Hotel Revival: Why Europe's Historic Properties Are Luxury's Next Frontier

Inside Europe’s grand hotel revival and why restored historic properties now command a premium over new builds for luxury minded, last minute family travelers.

Capella Kyoto: Inside Kengo Kuma's First Hotel Masterpiece in Higashiyama

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07/05/2026

Capella Kyoto: Inside Kengo Kuma's First Hotel Masterpiece in Higashiyama

Capella Kyoto, opening 1 September 2024, is Kengo Kuma’s first Capella hotel in Japan. Discover its 89 rooms and suites, Miyagawa-cho location near Gion and Kenninji, and smart strategies for last minute luxury bookings in Kyoto.

When a Warehouse Becomes a Suite: the Rise of Adaptive Reuse Luxury Hotels

Architectural Trends

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07/05/2026

When a Warehouse Becomes a Suite: the Rise of Adaptive Reuse Luxury Hotels

Discover how adaptive reuse luxury hotel design transforms historic warehouses, stations, and convents into sustainable, character-rich stays that work beautifully for last-minute travelers.