Defined by emotion, wisdom and art, Bursa is a forward-looking retreat in Kyiv’s most creative quarter, and is part historical building, part contemporary upstart, and all heart.

Guestrooms range from the Nice Cubed Room, with its bunk beds and Bauhaus-inspired furniture, to the one-of-a-kind Attic, which has a terrace, a sauna, two bathrooms, and a living room.

Intimacy and privacy are the mainstays of Rocabella Mykonos Hotel, which offers an inviting world of wellness and a wood, stone, and sisal design scheme that merges into the landscape.

Rooms are awash with the crisp white palette of Cycladic architecture where tactile natural materials and wood furniture complete the picture of Grecian paradise.

Located in Kazan, city of Kazan, a UNESCO site where Europe and Asia famously intersect, Kazan Palace by Tasigo is a luxe property that pays homage to both the historic and the contemporary.

Kazanda Atrium Bar/Lounge is the heart of the hotel and offers visitors made-to-order dishes, traditional Turkish coffee served in porcelain by iconic designer Faruk Malhan, and an inspiring wine list.

Set into Austria’s Lech am Arlberg village, Rote Wand Gourmet Hotel combines tradition with contemporary splendor to create an Alpine haven for foodies and design aficionados.

Crafted in harmony with the village, the hotel is comprised of five “houses” and an old schoolhouse that, together, enhance the character of this timeless setting.

The design scheme at Stanton House intentionally puts the Tex-Mex cliché to shame, announcing to the world that El Paso is a culture-rich city with international flavors.

Designed by Studio A Group and Design Build Adventure, the hotel marries warm, contemporary fabrics with neutral colors, wood, concrete, marble, and terrazzos.

Set within a former bank, K5 is a treasure trove of Swedish design, inspired cuisine and flowing greenery. Craft beer and Chinese mixology give this Tokyo retreat a bold new look.

Custom furniture by ADX, Time & Style, and Alloy are augmented by materials like cedar and Japanese stucco, while walls and ceilings are painted using traditional Japanese techniques.

At Rooms Hotel Kokhta, chestnut wood, terracotta clay, and local stone complement a desaturated color palette of pastel tones that doesn’t detract from the surroundings.

Interiors by Rooms Design include sculptural objets d’art, a bespoke metal and stone fireplace, and handcarved furnishings, which spark conversation on every corner.