Alpine Refugesinvites readers to explore these extraordinary spaces, uncovering the stories, designs, and landscapes that define them. Featuring 30 carefully curated projects, this book delves into the heart of mountain culture, highlighting refuges that have become pivotal to hiking, skiing,
Traditional Spa and Bathing Culture
Onsen and Ryokan of Japan – Traditional Spa and Bathing Culture
Rooted in centuries-old traditions, Japan’s onsens and ryokans are living expressions of harmony where nature, design, and the human spirit converge. These retreats embody a culture devoted to serenity, ritual, and the timeless art of hospitality.
Some stories are too captivating to put down. When you do have to take a pause, our bookmarks provide a stunning way to save your place in that favourite novel, a personal journal or even your every day diary. No more turning over page corners, the sleek and sophisticated design of these bookmarks will slot effortlessly between your pages, ready to greet you when it's time to pick the story up again.
From running 1,000km across a mountain range to bikepacking across a continent, the longest journeys have the power to change us in ways that we can scarcely imagine at the start. 'Voyages' will take us around the world through a series of long-distance, human-powered journeys that inspire. The stories in this book may involve mountains, deserts, water, polar regions, cultural discoveries, personal growth or a combination of the above, but the common thread is that these journeys are meaningful, and ambitious in scope.
