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KENGO KUMA AND BREWIN DESIGN OFFICE REIMAGINE THE MACHIYA FOR CAPELLA KYOTO IN MIYAGAWA-CHŌ
In Kyoto's historic Miyagawa-chō, a former primary school building has been transformed by renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and Brewin Design Office into an intimate expression of cultural continuity, craftsmanship and contemporary design.
Opening in Spring 2026, Capella Kyoto reimagines the iconic traditional machiya townhouse as a contemplative composition of light and materials that, like the city itself, unfolds through layered thresholds, intimate reveals, and mom
Nat Frogley
6h6 min read


CAPELLA KYOTO REVEALS GION’S HIDDEN SOUL
Capella Kyoto will open in Spring 2026 in the historic Miyagawa-cho district, perpetuating a former elementary school site as a place of learning and cultural discovery. Designed by Kengo Kuma and Associates and Brewin Design Office, the 89-room hotel sits steps from Kenninji - Kyoto's oldest Zen temple - and the celebrated Miyagawa-cho Kaburenjo Theatre, where geiko and maiko perform seasonal dances.
Flora Gandolfo
Nov 116 min read


CAPELLA MAKES DEBUT IN MACAU'S UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SETTING THROUGH GALAXY PARTNERSHIP
Capella Hotels and Resorts - named the World's Best Hotel Brand by Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards for three consecutive years - opens its doors in Macau for the first time, introducing its distinctive approach to bespoke luxury.
The soft opening of Capella at Galaxy Macau, currently offering stays and previews of its food and beverage concepts exclusively by invitation to select guests, represents a significant addition to the region's luxury hospitality landscape.
Nat Frogley
Aug 194 min read


CAPELLA HOTELS AND RESORTS TO MAKE EUROPEAN DEBUT IN HEART OF FLORENCE
Capella Hotels and Resorts will make its much-anticipated first foray into Europe with the opening of Capella Florence in 2027. Occupying a privileged position in the historic and cultural heart of Florence, moments from the Piazza della Libertà and the Duomo, this respectful reinvention of a venerable complex of former convents continues to build on the bespoke luxury brand’s thoughtful expansion into global destinations.
Flora Gandolfo
Jun 123 min read


PATINA OSAKA INTRODUCES A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON TRANSFORMATIVE LUXURY IN JAPAN
Opened on 1 May 2025, Patina Osaka sets a new benchmark for hospitality in Japan, combining transformative luxury with comprehensive wellness and health technology offerings – marking a first in the country's hospitality scene. Rising 20 storeys with unobstructed views of the majestic Osaka Castle, this 221-room urban sanctuary houses five distinctive dining venues including signature restaurant P72, as well as The Listening Room by OJAS.
Nat Frogley
May 94 min read


CAPELLA TAIPEI ELEVATES TAIPEI’S LUXURY LANDSCAPE
Capella Hotel Group will unveil Capella Taipei, the award-winning group's first property in Taiwan, on 1 April 2025.
Flora Gandolfo
Mar 275 min read


PATINA JOURNEY UNFOLDS IN OSAKA
Patina Osaka, the first Japanese property from Patina Hotels & Resorts, will debut on 1 May 2025, ushering in a new era of luxury.
Nat Frogley
Mar 74 min read


ILLUMINATING A MODERN CLASSIC: CAPELLA TAIPEI UNVEILS A NEW CHAPTER IN ARCHITECTURAL STORYTELLING FROM 1 APRIL 2025
From 1 April 2025, Capella Taipei emerges as a masterpiece of contemporary design and marks Capella Hotels and Resorts’ debut in Taiwan.
Flora Gandolfo
Feb 66 min read


LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL, CHÂTEAU DE FIAC JOINS THE PAVILIONS HOTELS & RESORTS
19th century château and wellness retreat near Toulouse, France becomes sixth property in The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts’ growing...
Nat Frogley
Feb 2, 20244 min read


CAPELLA HOTELS AND RESORTS TO MAKE DEBUT IN TAIWAN
Capella Taipei invites guests to experience a contemporary and vibrant urban retreat in the culture-rich Asian city Capella Hotels and...
Flora Gandolfo
Feb 2, 20244 min read


THE MALDIVES' BEST KEPT SECRET REVEALED: IFURU ISLAND MALDIVES TO OPEN ON 23 SEPTEMBER 2023
Independent new luxury all-inclusive resort promises first and only permanent skydiving dropzone in the Maldives and 'sunsets for all’....
Nat Frogley
Sep 19, 20235 min read
