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Studio Network of Architecture (noa) breathes new life into the historic Park Hotel Franceschi in Cortina d'Ampezzo, redefining Alpine elegance with a modern twist. The design vision of this project blends the rich heritage of Cortina with the hotel's storied past (est. 1922), creating a year-round retreat that seamlessly combines historical and regional influences with contemporary style. 

Perched on the 24th floor of the Nhow Hotel in Amsterdam, Selva Restaurant by El Equipo Creativo serves up Latin American cuisine with a tropical twist. The restaurant's design complements this culinary offering, blending organic shapes, natural materials, and vibrant colours to create a lush, exotic experience.

The last twelve months saw architecture redefining the intersection of culture, sustainability, and human experience. In IAnD's Global Hop section, these three projects have grabbed the most eyeballs for their demonstration of the transformative power of thoughtful design, merging sustainability, cultural preservation, and innovative functionality. They redefine global design paradigms, setting benchmarks for future projects that aspire to balance tradition and progress. The projects are: Heineken Beverages Head Office, South Africa by Tetris Design + Build, Nanhai Art Centre, Foshan, China by MAD Architects, and Hovey Residence, Quebec, Canada by 1628 Inc.

From slope to statement: Discover how Studio OODA uses the natural topography to shape this stunning 350-square-metre home in Oeiras, Portugal.

Orchestrated by #Designery, Countryside Home in Gurugram interprets English country elegance within an urban setting. Thoughtfully curated details-from a subtly integrated mandir to multifunctional design elements-create a space that is both sophisticated and deeply personal.

Designed by Studio Risa, this Ahmedabad penthouse blends classical detailing, rich wooden elements, and bespoke skirting designs for a refined yet vibrant home. From merging two bedrooms into a grand master suite to curating perfect lighting, every detail exudes sophistication.

This Vadodara residence, crafted by Studio Imagine, is a symphony of hues and textures, reflecting the lifestyle and personality of its owners. From a flowing open-plan living space to personalized sanctuaries, every corner blends aesthetics with functionality. Thoughtful details like a hand-painted elephant mural, soft wooden accents, and bold colour highlights make this home a harmonious retreat. Explore how this home seamlessly weaves creativity into comfort. 

Serene, simple, soulful. This Wabi-Sabi-inspired home by Chitte Architects embraces imperfection, authenticity, and timeless tranquillity. A seamless blend of minimalism and warmth, where every detail whispers peace.

Crafted for a compact urban plot, this vertical residence by Archemist Architects finds serenity through a luminous triple-height courtyard, soft neutral tones, and passive design. Light. Volume. Stillness-layered into every level. Explore how context-led design turns spatial constraints into poetic calm.

Tucked away in lush greenery, Hidden Villa designed by i29 architects blurs the lines between indoors and out. Expansive glass, verdant patios, and natural materials create a seamless flow of light and space. With a pool, fire pit, and open-air lounges, every corner is designed for tranquility. A sanctuary where elegance meets nature.

Studio Inspatia crafts Forest Within-a serene residential escape in the foothills of Mount Asama, Japan-where Zen minimalism meets contextual architecture. Elevated lightly on steel stilts, shaped by nature and time, this retreat dissolves the boundaries between interior and forest. Glass walls, charred wood, basalt stone, and a central courtyard echo timeless Japanese traditions, offering presence and quietude in every frame.