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Alstad is a design and nature lover’s dream, located along one of the 18 National Tourist Routes created by Norway to meld modern architecture with spectacular rural landscapes. In winter, make your way to the Sunnmøre Alps, which boast impressive views over the Storfjord, or climb one of the alpine peaks that lead towards the Trollstigen plateau. In the summer, locals take advantage of the dramatic scenery by hiking, kayaking, rafting and fishing in the fjords, splashing through the Grøndalen waterfall, or taking a trip to the mountains by Hjørundfjorden, considered by some the "most beautiful fjord of them all”.
An unfussy architectural gem that floats above a bed of the greenest and most delicate fauna like a scene from the latest Hobbit epic, this is total immersion in nature from your spectacular viewing pods – here, less is definitely more.
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While endless innovative projects continue to pour out of Denmark and Sweden, oftentimes their smaller but no less creative Scandinavian sister, Norway, is overlooked. Introducing Artscape Nordland, a permanent exhibition of 33 spectacular sculptures adorning 32 Norwegian municipalities.
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While endless innovative projects continue to pour out of Denmark and Sweden, oftentimes their smaller but no less creative Scandinavian sister, Norway, is overlooked. Introducing Artscape Nordland, a permanent exhibition of 33 spectacular sculptures adorning 32 Norwegian municipalities.
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Picture yourself strolling down a moody street late at night with just a small sliver of moon and the glow emanating from a succession of mushroom-like structures lighting your path. As you approach these mushroom-like structures they light up in a graceful procession, seemingly acknowledging your presence. You’re experiencing the magic of ‘Shroom’ – the latest eco-friendly lighting series by the acclaimed Ralston & Bau design studio.
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There is nothing more appealing than curling up after a day out on the slopes with a good page-turning book in hand. We've put together a ski holiday reading list of books for the slopes - inspired by the alps.
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Peruse your ultimate ski holiday edit for a truly design-led breakdown of top winter destinations in the Alps (and what to wear while there, too).
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The extraordinary scenes of cult film, Ex Machina were filmed at this design hotel in Norway's wilderness. This architectural gem is like no other hotel. Find out where.
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Anchored to specific genres of hotel design, The Aficionados print editions: Farmhouse Fabulous, Casa Gorgeous, Blueprint Beauts, Neu Heritage and Alchemists of Italy take the reader through the creation narratives. A sourcebook for hoteliers, travellers, style aficionados and those who appreciate design.
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Well known for its alternative way of approaching a design project, Stylt Trampoli, a hospitality design studio based in Gothenburg is helmed by maverick thinker and Norwegian Erik Nissen Johansen.
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Norwegian-based architectural firm, Jensen & Skodvin Architects are well known for their striking, often extraordinary designs, some of which are found in wild and remote areas; others camouflaged in urban hubs, with their engaging use of tectonic architecture.
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