| December 28, 2002 |
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New Hotels for Global Nomads
Like  a bellhop who's received a generous tip, the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum guides us through the stylish, fanciful, and technologically advanced world of hotels. From historic urban jewels like London's Savoy to the sleek habitation module of the International Space Station, this Flash site tempts weary travelers to rest their heads on the fluffy pillows of hotels both real and imaginary. Each hotel exhibit revolves around one the themes that define the evolution of hotels -- urbanism, mobility, business, nature, and fantasy. Whether visiting the Hotel Riffelalp, set in the scenic Swiss Alps circa 1884, or trekking to the Okavango Delta Spa in modern-day Bostwana, the hotel invites contemplation of the natural world. At the plush Quintandinha Hotel in Brazil or in the infamous "love hotels" of Japan, visitors can escape the world altogether. No matter where you make your reservation, these hotels are more than just places to sleep. (in Architecture) |
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