From Hinoki joinery to volcanic slate, we survey the custom materials transforming elite interiors.

High-altitude living demands material innovation. In this editorial, we survey the interior design choices of top-tier architects like Kengo Kuma and Kelly Hoppen. Learn how elements like natural Japanese Hinoki cedar wood joinery, volcanic stone accents, and custom bronze trims are being engineered into contemporary skies duplexes and skyscrapers to elevate sensory experience.