We’re not sure what’s more captivating, the floating glass and steel observation deck designed by Network Of Architecture or the Italian mountain range over which it hovers. The structure sits at an elevation of 10,600 feet at the top of the Schnals Valley Glacier Ridge, and its modern design contrasts with the landscape and, at the same time, blends with it thanks to the corten steel materials. The floating construction allows the deck to seem detached as it blends with the pre-existing summit cross. The vertical panels that surround the observation deck open and close views while you move, and the open-air vestibule has a glass and steel balcony that extends over the ridge. What might just be a stunning view has been artfully framed from the observation deck, allowing visitors to see the surroundings from a new perspective.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
