Michelin Japan Tire Co., Ltd. Michelin Architecture & Design Award Nominees Announced: Hotels with Outstanding Architecture and Design from Around the World

[Michelin Japan Tire Co., Ltd.] Announcement of Nominees for the Michelin Architecture & Design Awards, Celebrating Hotels with Outstanding Architecture and Design from Around the World ​ Michelin Japan Tire Co., Ltd. Press Release: August 20, 2025 To Members of the Media Michelin Architecture & Design Award Nominees Announced: Hotels with Outstanding Architecture and Design from Around the World ~Benesse House in Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan, has been selected! ～
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Architecture & Design Award on August 13. This award recognizes accommodations that enhance the stay with impressive architecture and interior design. The nominated hotels for the Michelin Guide Hotel Selection’s first “Michelin Architecture & Design Award” are • Benesse House (Japan) • Atlantis The Royal (Dubai) • Shebala Resort (Saudi Arabia) • Rosewood Sao Paulo (Brazil) • Vila Nai 3.3 (Croatia) These are the five hotels. Nominated hotels have unique exteriors that set them apart from any other buildings in the world. The architects who designed these spaces aren’t just aiming for visual impact. The architecture and design of these hotels are designed to be the experience itself, not merely to complement the guest experience. One hotel’s clever design allows guests to feel as if they’re blending into the coral reef ocean during their stay. Another hotel uses innovative architectural techniques to create a cool outdoor space in the desert. Yet another hotel integrates the hotel building with the island’s many art museums, allowing guests to sleep in a living gallery. On October 8, 2025, the Michelin Guide will announce the winner of the “Inaugural Michelin Architecture & Design Award” from the five nominated hotels at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. At the same time, the Michelin Key Hotels for 2025 will also be announced. [Other award winners to be announced this year] ・ Michelin Wellness Awards: August 27th ・ Michelin Local Gateway Award: September 10th ・ Michelin Opening of the Year Award: September 24th 【Michelin Architecture & Design, Nominated Hotel】
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/117133/56/117133-56-34663a432b148c826fc3bf93caeb5bc3-587×587.jpg Benesse House (Japan): A Masterpiece Art Hotel on the Seto Inland Sea Benesse House, Japan Recommended for: Art lovers and couples who want private access to the contemporary art collection and designer architecture. In 1992, world-renowned architect Tadao Ando’s innovative design created the world’s first museum hotel, combining an art museum with guest rooms, on the island of Naoshima in the Seto Inland Sea. The hotel is comprised of four distinct buildings and guest rooms: the Museum Building, based on concrete minimalism and integrated with the coastal landscape; the Oval Building,
characterized by a water basin and sun-filled corridors; the wooden Park Building, which blurs the boundary between inside and outside; and the Beach Building, which is at eye level with the sea, creating a floating sensation. All 65 spacious guest rooms feature understated furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows offering sweeping views of the Seto Inland Sea, the Shikoku Mountains, and the gardens. Features: – Open floor plan with galleries and installations showcasing works by David Hockney, James Turrell, Yayoi Kusama, Andy Warhol, and others. – A living museum space that blends indoors and outdoors, with a seaside and forest sculpture park. – A glass-enclosed restaurant, spa, and open-air herbal bath overlooking the ocean are also available. – Six special guest rooms located in the oval building on the hill, accessible only by monorail. Architecture: Tadao Ando Michelin-listed properties designed by architect Tadao Ando: 7132 Hotel, Setouchi Retreat Aonagi by Onkochishin, The Shinmonzen, Marufukuro Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/117133/56/117133-56-909c81d4b3578f058370e2cb1ce1e002-591×591.jpg The Atlantis The Royal (Dubai): A high-rise building that redefines indoor-outdoor living Atlantis The Royal, Dubai Recommended for: Ultra-luxury travelers seeking unparalleled scale and experiences in some of the world’s most luxurious destinations. Opening in 2023, this hotel casts a new silhouette on Dubai’s ever-evolving cityscape. Its design goes beyond aesthetics alone, offering a fresh interpretation of traditional hotel and skyscraper architecture. The building’s avant-garde exterior is comprised of six connected, terraced towers, each with its own unique spaces and amenities. The interlocking structures create a futuristic look while offering guests countless outdoor spaces that provide natural ventilation and shade. The hotel’s elegant interiors, themed around water, evoke the region’s history of water resources, which have influenced daily life. The hotel’s various wings house a total of 795 rooms and suites, 15 restaurants, and a spectacular skybridge that connects the building’s tops. Features: – The 11.5-meter-tall stainless steel lobby sculpture “Droplets,” private suite fountains, and cascading pools throughout the hotel – Geometric patterns, stained-glass windows, and immersive lighting incorporating local craftsmanship – Three aquariums featuring 7,200 marine animals projected on innovative LED screens – Spectacular views of the Palm and Gulf from the 90-meter-long infinity pool on the 22nd floor Architecture: Kohn Pedersen Fox Michelin-listed properties designed by architect Kohn Pedersen Fox: Rosewood Hong Kong, Rosewood Beijing, The Langham Shanghai Xintiandi
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/117133/56/117133-56-fd33ef7090192d62e822003d393f6178-600×600.jpg Shebara Resort (Saudi Arabia): A futuristic chrome pearl blending into the Red Sea Shebara Resort, Saudi Arabia Arabia Recommended for: Adventurous couples and families looking for an unconventional, intimate, and eco-conscious experience on Saudi Arabia’s pristine coral reefs. As part of the Red Sea Project, a massive development underway on Saudi Arabia’s west coast, Shebara Resort is the country’s equivalent of the Maldives’ overwater villas. Travelers flock here to enjoy the vibrant coral reefs and dive and snorkel, and the resort’s innovative architecture embodies a philosophy of celebrating the delicate marine environment while protecting it. The 73 villas, designed to resemble shimmering pearls, were largely completed off-site and then transported to minimize environmental impact. Thirty-eight of the villas are built directly on the water, supported by slender columns to minimize disturbance to the seabed. The stainless steel exterior reflects sunlight and reflects the water’s surface, blending seamlessly into the natural surroundings. Each villa is completely self-contained and spaced for optimal privacy. Advanced amenities include a large-scale on-site solar power plant,
desalination and reverse osmosis plants, and all-electric
transportation. These efforts have earned the property LEED Platinum certification. The interior of each “pearl” is as light and
sophisticated as its exterior. Polished steel and custom-made furnishings blend to create a contemporary elegance. Features: – Two types of villas: overwater and land. All rooms feature private infinity pools, double daybeds, outdoor showers, and lounge spaces. – Five dining options with ocean views, including an indoor chef’s selection course, a beachside grill, a pasta workshop, and an adults-only pool bar. – Indoor and outdoor spas and hammams (Turkish steam baths), yoga pavilions, and tennis and padel courts adjacent to the outdoor pool. ・Guided snorkel and dive tours around the extensive coral reefs, including viewing luminous plankton
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/117133/56/117133-56-6719f056118626ae6fe8c71ad51c8485-614×614.jpg Rosewood Sao Paulo (Brazil): A vertical garden of native plants towers over the city Rosewood São Paulo, Brazil Recommended for: Urbanites and families looking to experience a blend of Brazilian tradition and cutting-edge design within walking distance of São Paulo’s iconic boulevards. The Cidade Matarazzo development, a collection of historic buildings from the early 20th century, has now been transformed into a vibrant lifestyle center. A bold, 93-meter, 22-story vertical garden tower rises from the site. The Rosewood Tower’s wooden louvered exterior is home to more than 10,000 trees native to the Mata Atlantica rainforest. Its innovative design responds to the city’s environmental challenges while restoring native plants to the urban landscape. The brand’s “Sense of Place” philosophy is instilled in guest rooms and public spaces, celebrating both Brazil’s rich history and its sustainable future. All materials used are domestically sourced, including wood, marble, custom furniture, and 450 original artworks by 57 Brazilian artists. Features: – An abstract night sky mural, painted over 68 hours, adorns the ceiling of the 1930s jazz bar, Labo de Gallo. – A rooftop infinity pool with panoramic city views and a family-friendly mosaic pool surrounded by tropical plants. – A state-of-the-art spa and fitness center featuring over 400 Brazilian crystals and a mirrored healing room. – The Santa Luzia Chapel, built in 1922. A newly installed rose window by Vik Muniz, a leading contemporary Brazilian artist. Architecture: Jean Nouvel Michelin-listed properties designed by Jean Nouvel: The Hotel Lucerne Autograph Collection, SO/Vienna, Le Saint-Jacques-Briac
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/117133/56/117133-56-e5f99341dd1c53e640839b734b6fbe7e-576×576.jpg Villa Nai 3.3 (Croatia): Built to take advantage of the terrain, carved into the slope of the Adriatic coast. Villa Nai 3.3, Croatia Recommended for: Couples and solo travelers seeking a hidden European island resort that prioritizes privacy, wellness, nature, and culinary experiences. This eco-luxury property was carved directly into the slope of the Dalmatian island of Dugi Otok in the Adriatic Sea. Stone from the excavation was reused as the building’s primary material, an innovative design innovation aimed at reducing emissions. Surrounded by 40,000 square meters of olive groves, which produce award-winning olive oil, the hotel’s undulating design is inspired by traditional Dalmatian building techniques, particularly “dry stone walling,” a technique in which stones are laid one on top of the other without mortar. This technique creates terraces and walls that conform to the terrain, virtually integrating the building with its surroundings. It blends seamlessly with the island’s rugged topography, creating a space where guests can immerse themselves in nature. The interior is just as exquisite as the exterior, with all eight guest rooms finished in natural materials. Italian marble and muted wood tones complement the hotel’s sustainable concept. Features: – Five deluxe rooms and three suites with skylights, freestanding bathtubs, and private patios – The impressive lobby features a 1.6-meter custom-made “Sword” chandelier, showcasing Dalmatian art and the island’s natural beauty – A restaurant serving dishes made with award-winning olive oil and offering views of the olive oil mill through a glass wall. – An environmentally friendly water supply system throughout the property. The bathroom is supplied with purified water, and irrigation is performed by reusing saltwater pools and rainwater. Architecture: Nikola Bašić Michelin Guide-listed facility created by architect Nikola Basic: D-Resort Sibenik ・Overview of the official Michelin Guide App
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