The Seasons of Transylvania: How the Transylvanian Saxons Lived, Worked and Prepared for the Year Ahead
Bringing History Back to Life at The Inn at Richiș
Bringing History Back to Life at The Inn at Richiș The renovation of the front façade of The Inn at Richiș and the interior courtyard walls was one of the most rewarding and challenging phases of our restoration journey. Because the house dates back to the 1700s, our goal was not simply to renovate, but to honor […]
The Forgotten Wine School of Richiș
How Casa 123 and Simon Newman Revived a Village’s Heritage** Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Transylvania, the village of Richiș holds stories that rarely make it into history books—but live on in the stones, the vineyards, and the memories of its people. One such story begins inside an unassuming Saxon house: Casa 123, today […]
The Return of the Soba
The Double-Headed Eagle
How the Romanian Saxons Built Their Farmhouses: The Story of Hand‑Made Teracota Roof Tiles in Richiș
Siebenbürgen: The Saxon Soul of Transylvania
A Living History of Community, Craft, and Belonging To understand Transylvania, one must understand Siebenbürgen — the German name for Transylvania, meaning “The Land of Seven Fortresses.”It is a name that speaks not only of stone walls and towers, but of community, resilience, and a way of life shaped by centuries of shared history. At The Inn at Richiș, […]
Why We Chose a Small Saxon Village Like Richiș
And Not a Resort Destination When we imagined opening The Inn at Richiș, we didn’t picture infinity pools, gated entrances, or crowds moving from activity to activity. We pictured a table set by candlelight, a fire warming the room, and guests lingering long after dinner because conversation felt more important than the clock. We chose […]