Why Hotels Continue to Love Modernism
Hotel design has been heavily influenced by Modernism for a couple of decades now, outlasting other trends along the way. It’s easy to see why.
Design
Masters of Their Domain
16 Homes by Iconic Modernist Architects
Hotels frequently find inspiration in residential design. With help from Dwell, we’ve selected sixteen influential homes that were designed by some of the 20th century’s most iconic Modernist architects.
Case Study #4
Inside the Bush, Outside of Sydney
North of Sydney, a modern house sits comfortably amidst the bushland of a valley estuary. Lucky for you, there’s no shortage of hotels that will immerse you in nature, yet keep plenty of cutting-edge amenities close by.
Case Study #3
Minimalism Meets Maximalism in Iceland
Set on a ridge overlooking a deep ravine, this understated summer home in Iceland is surrounded by awe-inspiring scenery, reminding us of how the best way to experience a maximalist landscape is with a minimalist hotel.
Case Study #2
Southern Modernism in Charleston
After a thoughtful revamp, this 19th century Charleston row home is now an example of “southern modernism,” a style we’re seeing more often from hoteliers who’ve rejuvenated historic structures in the United States.
Case Study #1
Traditional Chinese Cave Dwelling
A traditional Chinese cave dwelling is transformed into a chic and modern residence, providing the same exciting sense of novelty and adventure that’s on hand at our favorite cave hotels.
Golden Age
A Brief History of Boutique Hotels
This is the true story of what happens when a group of independent thinkers stop following the status quo and start creating a better kind of hotel.
Performance Space
The Power of Interior Design, Part 2
Hotels aren’t as simple as they used to be. The best have evolved into performance spaces that allow guests to star in their own sort of theatrical production — to try on a whole different life, if only for one night.
Try On A New Life
The Power of Interior Design, Part 1
A boutique hotel stay is a chance to try on a different life — to inhabit new spaces, explore new fantasies, and check yourself out against a new interior-design backdrop.
Back From the Dead
13 Old Structures Reborn as Hotels
These decaying and decrepit buildings have been resurrected from the dead, brought back to life as shockingly fresh hotels.