This hotel is brand new as is the trend it embodies. #cultivacation

What do we look for in a refuge ? To be soothing and bring peace of mind. The exact definition of this place.

In those difficult times, we all hope we could retreat in an uplifting refuge. Here come a few of them.

Healing and ressourcement is always better in a remote location, in full-strength nature. Well, there you are !

Retreat are usually a place to get away from the crowd. Does it need to be walled ?

This is a place to be. Soon, you will be able to mix meditation and olive oil …

Convention centers are usually large square buildings. Fortunately other places exist. Check this one.

This is no water tower, no storage place, no hunting observatory. It is a much more conceptual place…

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In hip Santa Monica, there is an alternative to modern, trendy, busy hotels: the Palihouse.

The Palihouse is nicely situated two blocks from the Third Street promenade, in a spanish-inspired century old building. Entering the grounds, you feel welcome thanks to great taste furniture and materials. Comfortable seating, nice terrace, bright decoration create a strong personality that you can also experiment in the rooms.

Large spacious rooms are in the same atmosphere. They provide great light, thanks to large windows and a mix of clear colours and interesting textile choices. They have a kitchen that allow to be autonomous and some of them are large enough to accommodate families. A great place for staying during holidays.

A summary presentation of all the trends is available on Slideshare. Just click.

Photograph/ Olivier Mordacq

Au sein du Santa Monica à la mode, il est une alternative aux hôtels modernes, trendy et bruyants: l’hôtel Palihouse.

Le Palihouse est parfaitement situé à deux pâtés de maisons de la promenade sur Third Street, dans un ancien bâtiment d’inspiration espagnole. En entrant, vous vous sentez accueilli grâce à un goût très sûr dans les mélanges de meubles anciens et récents et l’utilisation de matériaux nobles. Sièges confortables, belle terrasse, décoration lumineuse créent une forte personnalité que vous pouvez également retrouver dans les chambres.

Les grandes chambres spacieuses offrent une belle lumière grâce à de grandes fenêtres et des couleurs claires agrémentées de choix textiles joyeux. Elles disposent d’une cuisine qui permet d’être autonome et certaines d’entre elles sont assez grand pour accueillir des familles. Un endroit idéal pour séjourner pendant les vacances.

Une présentation synthétique de tendances observées lors de ce Trend Trip est disponible sur Slideshare. Il n’y a qu’à cliquer.

Photographe/ Olivier Mordacq

A great retreat house to rent, for a remote and rebalancing holiday.

Une maison à louer, pour un séjour de repos contemporain.

Place / Villa Extramuros, Arraiolos, Portugal

Architect(e) / Vora Arquitectura

Information / Archdaily