To celebrate World Architecture Day, which falls on October 7, Airbnb has selected a range of accommodations from its Design category—where enthusiasts can discover over 35,000 unique homes worldwide. The selection showcases diverse styles that highlight the creativity of both emerging and renowned architects and designers, from historical to contemporary. Staying at these places becomes more than just a trip; it’s an opportunity to experience the power and influence of architecture on our lives from the inside out.
10 Airbnb stays to celebrate World Architecture Day
Airbnb’s Design category offers architecture and interior design lovers more than 35,000 themed stays. Here are ten to get inspired by.
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- Lucia Brandoli
- 29 September 2024
Whether you’re a professional in the field, a design enthusiast, or simply curious about exploring extraordinary spaces, here are ten of the most scenic and functional stays available on Airbnb, both in Italy and around the world: from a villa with butterfly-shaped roofs in the Lucca countryside to a Metabolist-style house in Japan. Discover them all in the gallery.
Designed by Michel Boucquillon & Donia Maaoui, this villa overlooks the hills of Lucca. Its distinctive feature is the roof, which resembles the outstretched wings of a butterfly, enhancing both internal ventilation and natural lighting.
In Gujwa-eup, on the eastern side of Jeju Island, South Korea, this seaside villa with clean geometric lines is perfect for an unforgettable vacation for those who love swimming and surfing, whether with family or friends.
Designed by Kisho Kurokawa, one of the main figures of the Japanese Metabolism architectural movement, this villa reflects all the movement's distinctive stylistic traits and is made from the same capsule as the Metabolis Tower Building, completed in 1937. It is located in Miyota, Japan.
In Lagos, Portugal, this contemporary villa with fluid volumes overlooks the ocean in the Algarve Bay. Spread over two levels and flooded with natural light, it offers breathtaking views from the terrace and features a heated infinity pool.
In Ubatuba, Brazil, this accommodation is a perfect example of the harmony between interior and exterior, fostering a deep connection with nature, particularly with the Atlantic rainforest.
In Puerto Escondido, Mexico, this minimalist residence elegantly blends into the lush jungle landscape, combining aesthetic rigor with lightness. Its secluded location, natural setting, and especially the lack of Wi-Fi make it ideal for an escape from the world.
Designed by Ned Pratt, a highly influential figure in the modern architecture movement of Canada’s West Coast, this "bungalow" features floor-to-ceiling windows and essential spaces that reflect the clean lines of the 1950s aesthetic. It is located in West Vancouver, Canada.
Nestled between two nature reserves and a short distance from the vibrant coastal town of Bude in Cornwall, UK, this renovated barn features colorful interiors enriched by a mix of modernist furnishings, vintage objects, artwork, and souvenirs from the hosts’ travels.
Entering this house, built in a modernist style, is an immersive experience: from the top of the hill, you cross a bridge to find yourself in a foyer-balcony. The open-plan interior is minimalist and meticulously designed, and thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows, the surrounding nature is both visible and lived in.
Located in one of the perfect dark sky oases—in Twizel, New Zealand—this chalet harmonizes with the breathtaking scenery: majestic mountain ranges, a vast valley, and above all, the magic of the starry sky.