Luxury Floating Homes by Orsos Islands

Orsos Islands is an Austrian firm that has come up with a new and very exciting concept for the ultimate luxury vacation. What they offer are man-made “islands” which look very much like floating dream homes. The island in these pictures measures 121 x 65 feet and has a total of six double guestrooms, plus separate quarters for the staff (four members).

The builders of the island paid special attention to the project’s eco-friendliness, giving it an autonomous power supply that works on solar and wind energy, and which also uses seat recovery from sea water.

In terms of amenities and comfort, the artificial island has everything a luxury lover may need: a lovely sundeck with comfy loungers and a Jacuzzi, a covered barbeque area with a bar, and even a generous entertainment area below the water line, which is also ideal for special event gatherings. A beautiful aquarium, kitchenette, restaurant and bar can be found on the main deck, while the upper area features all the necessary conditions and amenities for socializing and entertaining.

Another remarkable feature of the Orsos Islands is that they can be easily linked together and connected to the main land, thus forming a really nice and truly special residential park. One such lavish floating residence is priced at £3 million (approx. $4.7 million)

Chalet Merlo, French Alps

This luxury chalet is situated in the traditional and quiet village of Le Miroir in the Isère valley, French Alps. Chalet Merlo offers stunning décor, furnishings, and exceptional staff service.

Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives

The beautiful Lily Beach Resort & Spa in the Maldives is the birth place of the “affordable luxury” concept          , an oasis of wellness, comfort and high standards. It is also the first 5-star All-Inclusive Platinum Plan Resort in the area, making it that much more alluring for high-standard seekers.

The first excellent thing about this resort is its prime location, on a small tropical island and surrounded by shimmering turquoise waters.  An exotic reef waits to be admired only a few meters away from the shore, while the perfect sand beaches gradually blend into the lush vegetation of the island.

All this beauty is even better when you can enjoy it combined with irreproachable services and high-end facilities. The villas and public areas were built using only natural materials, beautifully blending local architecture with high-end contemporary design.

Relaxation is never a problem here, whether you choose to enjoy it on your private terrace, on the beach, in the water, or at the resort’s high-end Spa. Described as “a sanctuary for the inner self”, the facility flaunts natural materials, alluring exotic fragrances, and over-water pavilions with glass floors. 

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Top 10 Wealthiest People in the World by Forbes

Forbes has unveiled the updated list of the world’s richest people, showing us again who’s making money around the globe. We’ve extracted the top ten entries of the incredibly long list of 1153 billionaires of the world, and we are ready to share the news with you.

The 2012 top ten list is not that different from that of 2011, with only three new names  marking  the difference between the two. Together, the Earth’s billionaires sum up a whopping $4.6 trillion in personal wealth, which is considerably more than the Gross Domestic Products (GDPs) of the 127 poorest countries in the world, and a little higher than India’s GDP.

New in the top ten are Li Ka-Shing, who is the richest person in all of Asia, Stefan Persson of H&M, who last year occupied the 13th position, and Karl Albrecht, who this year made it to the 10th position on the list.

   1.Carlos Slim Helu: $69 Billion

 

Naomi Campbell’s Amazing Home In Rublyovka, Moscow

Supermodel Naomi Campbell is a lucky girl in many ways, and the fact that her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladislav Doronin, real estate entrepreneur aka the Donald Trump of Russia, is reportedly building a new home for her is just another cherry on the cake! Miss Campbell is being treated to a futuristic mansion that looks like a docked spaceship in Moscow’s A-List suburban area Rublyovka, designed by accomplished architect Zaha Hadid who is famous for the opera house in Guangzhou, Roca Gallery, and the Aquatics Center in London amongst many others.

The extraordinary 2,650 square meter home is named Capital Hill Residence, and centers around two 22-meter-high towers that resemble the mechanical alien invaders from the War of the Worlds.

 Using a mixture of modern technologies and organic form, the eco-style abode appears as a cluster of shiny pods nestled amidst a private surrounding of mature pine and birch trees, located on the north-face hillside in Barvikha.

 The lower quarters of the dwelling enjoys the cozy naturalistic feeling of merging with the hillside, whilst the upper sections float higher than the treetops to offer dynamic views across the forest.

 The design aesthetic of this space-age dwelling was influenced by the legendary work of Antonio Gaudi, who is known for his rejection of straight lines in his architecture, and who prolifically used glass and wood for interior decoration.

The inner part of the house is planned in Eco-style. The creator was roused by the work of unbelievable Barcelona draftsman Antonio Gaudi, who did not affirm straight lines and would give anything to utilize wood and glass within inner part embellishment. The inside is as advanced as the outside, with immense glass boards, smooth bends all over and to great degree tall top sides. It appears as though it might be an instrument to take over the universe, both on the outer surface and the inner part.

Baros Resort, Maldives

Named by travel agents around the world “The Indian Ocean’s Leading Villa”, this gorgeous luxury resort from the Maldives is situated a throw-of-a-stick distance away from Male International Airport. It’s a private spot that offers luxury and pleasure to its every guest, in a superb ambiance, surrounded by tropical gardens.

Five years ago, Baros resort, Maldives entered a new stage of existence, a superior one in every aspect. After a complete modernization with the help of the same talented architect that created the beautiful Four Seasons , the Huvafen Fushi and other resorts, Baros is now a place of unparalleled comfort, luxury and relaxation.

Seventy-five modern villas await their visitors with luxe amenities and lovely ambiances. Both the lagoon villas (on stilts) and the oceanfront ones are perfect for a romantic stay or just for a relaxing vacation. Dining options at Baros are very many and very diverse. But while the restaurant and the bars on the island are all great, nothing compares to a private dinner on the beach or inside your villa.

At Aquum Baros Maldives your every sense will be pampered by spa professionals. Manicure, pedicure and body treatments are all available here. And when you feel like getting active, the list of available recreational activities will really impress you. Whether on land, on water or under water, your body will have the chance to feel fresh and active every day at Baros.

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