Every heritage stayâbe it old villas or majestic templesâholds within it a rich tapestry of history waiting to be uncovered.
Before 1200
Ancient to Early Medieval
This era represents humanityâs earliest expressions of art, engineering, and architecture. From Buddhist stupas and monasteries to timber-framed shrines in Japan, buildings from this era showcase profound cosmological beliefs and engineering feats.
During this period of spiritual growth, some of the most famous architectural legacies in history were created, including fortified strongholds, elegant noble homes, and religious structures.
As empires expanded and trade networks flourished, architecture became more ornamental and globally influenced. This led to minimalist castles, colonial towns, and elaborate palaces.
The Industrial Revolution transformed economies, and empires expanded their reach. In architecture, this period resulted in opulent, eclectic, and utilitarian buildings. In Britain and its colonies, Victorian and Edwardian architecture flourished, while in France, mansard roofs and wrought-iron balconies were typical. Indian architecture, on the other hand, combined Hindu, Gothic, and Mughal architectural elements in its palaces and public structures.
This age became a time of stylistic evolution in architecture amid wars, independence movements, and rapid global changes. Early modernism, the Art Deco movement, and transitional styles that blended tradition and innovation all flourished during this time.
In the postwar era, modernism spread globally with an emphasis on clean lines, open spaces, and sustainable materials. Across the globe, historic properties like ancient monasteries and country estates are preserved or reinterpreted as boutique accommodations that celebrate their origins while embracing present-day comforts.
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