MosBuild Magazine #19 Eng

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#19 / SEPTEMBER – NOVEMBER 2015

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Special edition HoReCa Industry Trends Studio D73 Interview Urban Legend Unique Hotels

Marco Vismara Andrea Viganò Philippe Starck Francois Champsaur Michele Bonan Christian de Portzamparc Armin Fischer Alfredo Häberli

FIFA WORLD CUP 2018

PRODUCT PORTFOLIO Hansgrohe, Axor, Skol, Cole&Son, Studio Urquiola, Elitis O’design, Antonio Lupi, Baccarat, Manders, Marble Carrara

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PANORAMA

HoReCa abroad and in Russia

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HoReCa. Industry Trends: A Most Hospitable Business

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RUSSIA. Hotel National: At the Crossroads of History

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Hotels abroad 40 58 64 72

Baccarat Hotel & Residences (USA) Chateau Bethlehem (Netherlands) Nira Montana Boutique Hotel (Italy) The Nippon Maru Cruise Liner (Japan)

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St. Joseph's Boutique Hotel (Croatia) Faena Hotel (Argentina) Mandarin Oriental Hotel (Spain) Iniala Beach House (Thailand)

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CONTENTS | Architecture Interiors Designers New Products Calendar

ARTICLES

Interview 20 Studio D73: Marco Vismara

& Andrea Viganò

EVENT 8 WORLD CUP 2018:

“Build Up to the Cup”

DESIGNERS 26 Philippe Starck 28 Christian de Portzamparc 30 Michele Bonan

70 NEW PRODUCTS

for MosBuild 2016

32 Armin Fischer 34 Alfredo Häberli 36 The Peninsula 38 Francois Champsaur

104 Events Calendar

PRODUCT PORTFOLIO 49 Baccarat 57 Manders 63 Hansgrohe / Axor 69 Cole&Son / O’design 73 Skol 77 Elitis 85 Carrara Marble 94 Studio Urquiola 103 Antonio Lupi

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| EDITOR'S WELCOME

Hospitality Industry

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The opening of the Baccarat Hotel offers entirely new opportunities for growing our brand and represents an evolution of the hospitality industry, transforming the hotel experience into a perfectly crafted way of life Barry Sternlicht

#19 / SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER 2015 Founder: ITE Group plc.

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nternational sporting events like the Olympics and the World Cup have stimulated new growth in the Russian hospitality industry, but HoReCa is always of interest to construction and interiors experts. Major brands appreciate the commercial advantage and profile to be gained by creating hotels that showcase their finest collections, but some are going even further.

One of the hottest trends in HoReCa is brand image development by way of branded hotel interiors. This is what famous French crystal manufacturer Baccarat has done in launching the Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York, furnishing it with the brand's best products and raising the level of comfort and service to match Baccarat's own impeccable quality.

As the world becomes more and more connected through globalisation, the HoReCa industry is growing and evolving thanks to international experience and expertise. Spa hotels, themed hotels for enthusiasts of various hobbies and other unconventional ideas are being implemented in countries around the globe. The Netherlands is home to the world's first teaching hotel: staff at the Chateau Bethlehem learn about the hospitality business as they work.

Once part of the interior of a luxury hotel, architectural or interior designs, finishing materials or brand furnishings acquire a certain prestige.

Manufacturers of products for the HoReCa industry strive to meet hotels' highest standards by developing exclusive collections. In turn, leading brands in wall coverings, sanitary ware, bathroom furniture and lighting raise hotels' status, helping them to enter the luxury segment.

This special HoReCa issue offers a globe-trotting tour of the world's hotels, combining the most original creative ideas, designs and practical approaches to HoReCa – a most hospitable business in all its forms.

Managing Editor Ruzanna Sarkisova

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Cover photo: Faena Hotel (Argentina)

EVENT | WORLD CUP

Build Up to the Cup Lovely pass...here's a chance...GOAL! Millions of people around the world are anticipating unforgettable moments such as these from the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. To ensure that this global event lives up to expectations, preparations on the ground have to be carried out to an impeccable standard. Naturally, primary focus falls on the tournament's stadiums and training facilities, but the national teams and their fans will spend several weeks in Russia throughout the competition, creating high demand for quality accommodation.

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Moscow, Luzhniki Stadium

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The 2018 World Cup will take place across 11 Russian cities and FIFA has issued precise requirements for each city's infrastructure. The federation's standards specify that each city must have at least two five-star hotels providing a total of 150 rooms, eight four- and three-star hotels providing 860 and 750 rooms respectively, and thirty budget two-star hotels with a total of 6000 rooms.

The only Russian city that already fully meets these requirements is Sochi; thanks to the 2014 Winter Olympics, the city boasts 9000 hotel rooms, exceeding the 7700 required by FIFA. Moscow and St. Petersburg are the best prepared cities after Sochi: the capital can provide 33,100 rooms and St. Petersburg has 18,000. However, these rooms are predominantly in three- to five-star hotels, so there remains a shortage of budget accommodation. In Volgograd, construction of the three-star Park Inn Hotel by Radisson has been completed, followed by a Hilton hotel. Kazan and Ekaterinburg currently have half the required number of rooms.

Construction is well under way in all cities due to host the World Cup in 2018 and finished sites are being leased and brought into commission. The hotel sector in Rostov-on-Don is expanding to 8000 rooms, focusing on three-star and premium hotels. The fivestar Sheraton and Hyatt Regency Rostov are under construction. In Volgograd, 11 hotels in total will be built or redeveloped. There are also plans to build a hotel complex comprising not only comfortable rooms, but also a swimming pool, spa centre, fitness facilities and shops. All of these projects will be completed and open for business in December 2017.

Almost 8000 hotel rooms are being created in Nizhny Novgorod, requiring the construction of 11 new hotels and the redevelopment of 3 existing hotels.

Government and private investors are combining their efforts to prepare the nation's infrastructure for the World Cup in less than 3 years' time.

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EVENT | WORLD CUP

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FIFA World Cup 14.06-15.07.2018

Host country – Russia

11 host cities

207 number of

12 stadiums

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3rd place match Zenit Arena, St. Petersburg 68,440 seats

Final Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow 81,000 seats

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Sochi, Fisht Olympic Stadium

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Over 720,000 m2 of sporting facilities are being built in Moscow.

11 football pitches will be created under the city's Targeted Investment Programme.

Moscow city construction chief Marat Khusnullin

However, investors are wary of financing large-scale construction in the hotel sector. Their main cause for concern is the expectation of low demand for the facilities after the World Cup, resulting in poor returns. Politicians are also displaying caution on this front. Minister of Sport Vitaly Mutko made the following statement: “We are working to amend the budget. This naturally involves streamlining the preparation programme. First and foremost, we are getting rid of surplus hotels.�

As foreign experience demonstrates, instant return on investment is not to be expected in the

hotel business, but the World Cup will certainly increase tourist interest in the host country. And while the initial impact of hosting the World Cup is often negative, in the case of France, Portugal, Italy and Qatar, the world's biggest sporting event is ultimately a force for good, promoting growth in tourism and the hotel business. Sochi serves as proof of the need to develop Russia's hospitality industry, as the hotels built for the 2014 Winter Olympics had a tangible effect on the development of the region's tourism and facilitated the creation of a sports centre that is equipped to host sporting events at the highest level.

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HoReCa | TRENDS

A Most Hospitable Business

HoReCa (Hotel/Restaurant/Cafe) is the most concise word in the hospitality industry, encompassing all of its component parts. Responding to growing demands from customers, hotel businesses now offer a comprehensive, one-stop service, providing not only accommodation, but dining, spa and wellness facilities, transfers, conferences, entertainment, sport, shopping and VIP packages.

Since the year 2000, HoReCa has become one of the largest industries in the global economy. It makes up a third of the global trade in services and employs 250 million people. Today HoReCa receives 7 % of all global investment and accounts for 5 % of all tax revenue.

According to the World Tourism Organization, as far back as 2010 Russia had a chance to break into the world's top 10 most visited countries. This failed to materialise, and one of the main reasons is the nation's underdeveloped HoReCa sector, which was ill equipped to meet the demands of large numbers of foreign tourists. Russia's hospitality industry has long been geared towards the needs of domestic tourists.

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The Sheraton Huzhou Hot Spring Resort (China) is situated on both land and sea.

The horseshoe-shaped building has 27 floors and two underground levels.

With the arrival of more international visitors, the HoReCa sector was faced with new expectations and demands from customers. International hospitality requires more than just top-notch service, but also extensive facilities, knowledge of foreign languages and familiarity with the cultures of different countries.

The underdevelopment of the Russian HoReCa industry means that taking advantage of foreign expertise is especially important – in addition to high standards of service, the hospitality industry in other countries is distinguished by a flexible and varied customer-oriented approach, and exclusive architecture and interiors.

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HoReCa | TRENDS

During its formation, the HoReCa industry established its own traditions and national idiosyncrasies. For instance, European hotels tend to limit the number of rooms in favour of individual service and a homely atmosphere. Here in Russia, we place greater importance on national culture and local flavour, which are reflected in our interiors. Today guests can sometimes stay not only in a unique location, but in an historic building considered a tourist attraction in its own right.

The European model gave rise to the idea of themed hotels, which has now spread across the entire globe. Club hotels, family resorts and chalets offer more than just excellent service, but a special ambience against the backdrop of designer interiors. Boutique hotels offering exclusive accommodation are even more popular worldwide. Among the many boutique hotels to have garnered international attention are the Granary in Wroclaw (Poland), Nira Montana in La Thuile (Italy), St. Joseph's Boutique Hotel in Dubrovnik (Croatia), Benjamin in New York (USA), and Manor at Ngorongoro (Tanzania) at the foot of a volcanic crater. At each of these hotels, exclusive interiors, superlative service and extensive facilities come as standard.

The Asian hospitality model leans towards luxury, grandeur and scale. Highrise hotels are the most popular accommodation here, with stylised interiors and expansive rooms. The majority of the world's hotel record holders are located in Asia: the world's tallest hotel is the Ritz-Carlton in Hong Kong (China), located in the 118-storey International Commerce Centre, while the world's most expensive and luxurious hotel is the Burj Al Arab in Dubai (UAE), and carries a 7-star rating. The Asian model coincides with one of the most popular current trends: opening hotels in skyscrapers alongside VIP apartments and famous boutiques.

It is also possible to identify American and post-Soviet models for the HoReCa business, which combine features of the European and Asian models. The main resorts in the US are typically located in highrise buildings, in line with the Asian model, but major cities are also seeing the growth of family hotels similar to those in Europe. In the former USSR, Sovietera infrastructure is being co-opted as accommodation. In Russia, sites like this often have an historic exterior with a fully modernised interior. Soviet buildings often sit adjacent to modern structures, preserving the local character.

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Intercontinental Shimao Shanghai Wonderland (China) – the hotel is being built on a former quarry and will descend 100 metres down the rockface. It will have 21 floors with 380 rooms. As well as a large lake, pools and aquariums, the hotel will boast a 60-metre man-made waterfall.

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HoReCa | TRENDS

The Water Discus Hotel (UAE) is a planned hotel complex to be built above and below the water.

The underwater discs will comprise 21 rooms, a diving centre and bar. Above the water will be a restaurant, spa centre, relaxation zone and vast pool.

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In another recent trend seen worldwide, famous companies not directly involved in the hotel business are establishing their own branded hotels. Italy has seen the emergence of designer hotels from noted fashion brands Armani and FENDI. French crystal manufacturer Baccarat has opened a hotel in the USA which showcases the company's finest crystal products throughout the interior. “We are delighted to bring to life this new project from House Baccarat: to create the first modern hotel that personifies the splendour and style of this legendary brand,� says Barry Sternlicht, CEO of the Starwood Capital Group.

New hotels gravitate towards expanding facilities and services, especially spas and wellness treatments, which have become the main draw for many hotels. Stunning spa facilities are the hallmark of major hotels such as Clinique La Prairie in Switzerland, Mayr & More in Austria, and Terme di Saturnia in Italy. Top designers oversee the decor for swimming pools, saunas and relaxation areas, with many specialising in creating luxurious spa interiors.

Themed hotels are often targeted at guests who enjoy a particular pastime or hobby. In recent years, the industry has seen golf resorts, spa and wellness resorts, vineyard hotels and hotels for fans of Formula 1. On the coast you can find yacht club hotels, while ski resorts are tailored for alpine leisure. One of the most famous recent hotels of this type is Russia's Rosa Khutor in Sochi.

As in any industry, HoReCa businesses strive for financial stability. This is most often achieved by joining hotel chains.

The first hotel chains began to appear at end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century. The evolutionary process for HoReCa businesses sees them combine into chains with a presence in all the major countries across the globe. The major players in today's market were created through leasing, brand franchising and the acquisition of smaller chains by large consortiums. Today, according to figures from the World Tourism Organization, one fifth of the 16 million hotels in operation are part of a chain.

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HoReCa | TRENDS

American chains were the first to form and so dictated the rules for the rest of the industry. Wyndham, Marriott, Hilton, Choice, Starwood, Hyatt, Holiday Inn and Sheraton are some of the most famous and profitable brands in the global market.

However, European consortiums may soon challenge their dominance. Among the Old World hotel chains, the largest is the British InterContinental Hotels Group, which manages around 4700 hotels in almost 100 countries worldwide, including the InterContinental Moscow Tverskaya in Russia. The second largest chain is the French group Accor, which comprises over 3700 hotels totalling 480,000 rooms across 92 countries.

Russia has begun to follow these global examples, but according to experts, the hotel business here in still in its early stages and the number of companies in this sector is constantly fluctuating. Pioneering Russian hotel chains include Azimut Hotels, Amaks and Heliopark.

Today, merging hospitality businesses into global chains is a commercial necessity and will continue to gain momentum in the future.

The hotel and restaurant sectors are constantly growing.

Current trends indicate an eastward shift in global tourism, while in coming years the industry expects a rise in the number of tourists from the developing world, meaning that HoReCa businesses will be required to further tailor their services for people of different cultures. Modern environmental standards are prompting hoteliers to seek out alternative energy sources and build energy-efficient buildings. Meanwhile, the world's ageing population is encouraging hotels to develop packages of services designed for elderly guests.

Like any global industry, HoReCa is directly influenced by the global economy, politics and technological advances.

Collaboration between nations will bring the world closer together, strengthening cooperation between representatives of different countries and cultures. The growing numbers of tourists travelling for leisure, business, recreation, study or healthcare offer a powerful boost to the development of the HoReCa industry, make it one of the most promising sectors in today's economy.

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Professional associations were established during the early days of the HoReCa industry. The most significant were the Incorporated Hotel Keepers Association in the UK, the Syndicat Français de l’Hôtellerie and the International Hotels Alliance, uniting owners of 1700 hotels from various countries worldwide.

Clinique La Prairie (Switzerland) is a centre for aesthetic medicine. The clinic's main accommodation is located in a 19th century castle on the shores of Lake Geneva.

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INTERVIEW | STUDIO D73

HoReCa: conference at MosBuild This year's exhibition included a session discussing the development of the hospitality industry from a design and architecture standpoint

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LA TORRETTA | ITALY

During the Architecture, Design and Materials for Hotels and Restaurants conference, architecture studio D73 spoke on the topic of “Spa complexes as an important addition to hotel design”. The event was held as part of the MosBuild 2015 Business Programme and generated a huge response from participants and visitors. MosBuild Magazine invited D73 architects Marco Vismara and Andrea Viganò to discuss the topic further.

Who comes up with the ideas for a design – the client or the designer?

- Ideas originate with the architects, but always with some input from the client. We imagine the main protagonist of the space we are designing, and creativity flows from there; we try to envision the environment this person will inhabit. We believe that good design is always achieved by linking an excellent architect with an inspired client.

Architects are often inspired by an initial idea, where do these ideas come from?

- Ideas never spring from a blank page. Gathering the right amount of material is very important. Each project is utterly unique, like a custom couture dress.

This why knowledge of the place where the future project is to be built and its characteristics, as well as the client's requirements and their understanding of the design concept all serve as the starting point,

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La Torretta Hotel & Cirmalo Spa (Italy) exudes traditional mountain style and charm. The panoramic Whirlpool enhances guests' relaxation among the stunning alpine views and crystalline mountain air.

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as ingredients to work with to achieve our shared vision. Our creative approach was born in Italy, the country we live in, where every corner is teeming with history and technical knowledge and the art of using materials. These ingredients help us create a unique recipe every time.

What is the defining feature when designing hotels and spas – creativity or functionality?

- Both. It's impossible to pay attention to one of these aspects and not the other. Our expertise and experience help us find an essential balance between these two aspects. This balance varies from project to project depending on the type of environment.

We don't believe in any approach that ignores this

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balance, especially where the environment should convey harmony and a sense of wellbeing.

What's the best way to design a spa complex? How do you select finishing materials? Is there such a thing as a “fashionable finishing material”?

- The most intelligent approach to designing a spa is to satisfy the client. This can be achieved only when you understand the importance of the trust the client places in us as professionals who have a global vision of all aspects of the design and the client's financial investment. We don't believe in fashion. Fashion is a concept for the masses. They don't consider the unique location of a building or the paramount importance of the accessories. Of course, the studio works directly

LA TORRETTA | ITALY

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Infrared sauna for people who prefer lower temperatures. The body is warmed at more comfortable temperatures (40°C and 50°C), which helps reduce tension and stress

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INTERVIEW | STUDIO D73

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Finnish sauna for rejuvenating mind and body. This traditional wooden sauna maintains temperatures between 80 and 110°С, which helps eliminate toxins from the body, improve muscle tone and increase cardiovascular circulation.

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Heated waterbeds for comfortable sleeping are perfect for stretching the spine and alleviating tension caused by poor posture

with manufacturers every day, receiving up-to-date information about products, innovations and research in which we ourselves have often played an indirect role. This all serves as a focus for creating a unique space with cutting-edge design and technology. We have no desire to follow fashion, only to understand it so that we can create our own personal concepts.

What’s your design credo?

- Studio D73's credo is to produce a creative design that determines each individual detail of an interior. It is never simply a dull exercise in style, but a concept that puts the individual at the heart of the space, prioritising interaction between people and place, creating an environment where people play the central role.

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| DESIGNERS

Philippe Starck Lifestyle

Chevalier de la LĂŠgion d'Honneur, pioneer of contemporary design, undisputed master and gifted creative mind, Philippe Starck designed these unconventional interiors for a residential complex in Panama. The 56-storey building was jointly designed by architectural studio Bettis Tarazi Arquitectos and YOO, and Starck himself oversaw all of the interiors of the common areas, apartments and swimming pool.

The interiors showcase a provocative mix of exclusive crystal and marble with plastic decorative elements.

Here Starck naturally chose collections of furniture, lighting and accessories of his own design. Philippe Starck's style is whimsical and creative, sophisticated and elegant, and above all, in demand.

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| DESIGNERS

Christian de Portzamparc Skyscrapers of New York

French architect Christian de Portzamparc is globally renowned for his incredible creations. He is a past winner of the Pritzker Prize, architecture's top international award. His latest masterpiece is the 306-metre One57 Tower in Manhattan, New York. Last year, the Park Hyatt New York was opened in the new skyscraper, occupying the first 20 floors with 210 rooms, including 92 suites. These ultra-modern rooms are some of the most spacious in the city, featuring original details and an elegant and sophisticated style. Artworks from the hotel's collection adorn the walls, creating a unique air of refinement that continues into the twolevel spa centre, fitness centre and pool.

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| DESIGNERS

Michele Bonan History's Gallery

True to its name, the Portrait Firenze Hotel appears like a framed masterpiece. It boasts 37 rooms and luxury suites, including rooftop and penthouse accommodations that occupy entire floors. The hotel is part of the Ferragamo Group and is one of the world's leading hotels. Florentine architect Michele Bonan developed a unique style for the hotel's interiors that marries contemporary chic with breathtaking views of Florence's old centre, the River Arno and the medieval Ponte Vecchio. Classic warm wood tones and soft, sensual cashmere create aristocratic comfort alongside serene cosiness. A host of vintage photographs and various light fixtures enhance the look of the stylish building.

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| DESIGNERS

Armin Fischer Creative Hostel

Design studio Dreimeta, headed by Armin Fischer, created the weird and wonderful interiors for the Superbude Hostel St. Pauli in Hamburg (Germany).

A standard hostel offering shared accommodation, it also caters for families, providing ensuite rooms furnished with convertible beds that can turn sleeping space for 2 people into space for 3 or 4.

The Kitchen Club is the go-to spot for breakfast and socialising. The ground floor features a piece of “street” art – a fifty-metre long yellow graffitied wall with an information board. The designers selected low-cost, functional furniture to achieve maximum comfort and creativity in minimal space.

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| DESIGNERS

Alfredo Häberli Smile of the City

The interiors of the 25hours Hotel Zurich West (Switzerland) were designed by a team led by Alfredo Häberli. The hotel was transformed into a fun, three-dimensional city guide with the help of decorations, objects and quotes. It is riddled with artistic and graphical interventions, and surprises lie around every corner. All allusions “have to do with an elegant form of humour,” says Häberli. The designer succeeded in combining tradition with innovation, imbuing each structure with joy and energy. This was Häberli's first experience of designing a hotel's entire interior, and it offered an opportunity to experiment with combinations of his own previous designs and new ideas. Here he has created an interior that is a mirror of the city, reflecting its smile.

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Andy Warhol – Portrait of George Gershwin

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Designer: THE PENINSULA BEAU IDEAL

The Peninsula Paris is located in the building of one of the city's most famous “grands hotels”, which was founded in 1908 and counted among its guests aristocrats and stars from the world of art, literature and music. The building was painstakingly restored and modernised to create a model of bespoke design and set new standards for luxury and comfort.

The interior design is underpinned by the typical Parisian haute couture style, using the traditional contrast of light tones and black borders, and light and dark wood with crystal.

Inspired by the world of high fashion, the wonderfully unique rooms of The Peninsula Paris are a testament to France's cultural heritage and art of living.

In 1928, George Gershwin wrote An American in Paris while staying at the hotel. Today The Peninsula Paris looks forward to welcoming new artistic geniuses to pen the next chapter in the building's dazzling history.

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| DESIGNERS

Francois Champsaur Birthday Gift

The famous Hotel Vernet in Paris celebrated its 100th birthday in 2014, offering the perfect opportunity to update its interiors and give it a brand new style for the new century. Designer Francois Champsaur created interiors inspired by modern life, finding the balance between old and new. The hotel's classical architecture is offset by the brightly coloured furniture, patterned rugs and numerous posters and paintings by modern artists. The most striking feature of the hotel's restaurant, the V, remains the ceiling's glass dome, created by Gustave Eiffel at the beginning of the 20th century. Throughout the interior, retro 50s touches and modern brands are complemented by furniture and accessories designed

by Champsaur himself.

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PROJECT | INTERIOR

IN THE BACCARAT STYLE The flagship Baccarat Hotel & Residences opened on New York’s 5th Avenue on 18 March 2015

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Baccarat Hotel & Residences | USA

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PROJECT | INTERIOR

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Our aim was to provide perfect service that conforms to Baccarat’s perfection in producing crystals

The complex’s main concept was to transform the distinguished heritage of the legendary French crystal manufacturer into an elegant way of life - a new brand of hotel with exceptional service and unique comfort. The skyscraper’s three doors lead to three aspects of Baccarat’s flagship complex – the hotel, the apartments and the restaurant.

The hotel covers the first 12 floors of the split level 50-floor building, designed by the architects Skidmore and Owings & Merrill. The Baccarat Hotel boasts 114 rooms and 26 suites, and the first Spa de La Mare luxury fitness centre and indoor swimming pool in America.

In the interiors of the Baccarat Hotel & Residences, sophistication and a rich history create an atmosphere of elegance and solemnity.

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Baccarat Hotel & Residences | USA

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PROJECT | INTERIOR

The decoration reflects the company’s aesthetics and its attention to detail. In each design detail there is evidence of workmanship and high art - Baccarat’s hallmark.

The hotel’s interiors were designed by French design duo Gilles & Boissier, as a blend of the classical elegance of a Parisian hotel with the modern aesthetic of New York city centre. The design team used Baccarat crystals for inspiration. In the lobby, guests are met by a 125-metre shining cut crystal curtain with 24-hour light show, whilst seventeen magnificent Baccarat chandeliers decorate the interior of the hotel.

Gilles & Boissier and Starwood Capital designed the collection of furniture, natural wood parquet flooring, woven rugs, pleated silk wall coverings, the corrugated stainless steel and mica ceilings, and the

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Baccarat Hotel & Residences | USA

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Today, the opening of the hotel marks the introduction of completely new possibilities in the evolution of hospitality and developing brands into a perfectly crafted way of life

Baccarat Hotel & Residences | USA

mirrors and marble bathroom interiors hidden behind French doors in the rooms.

A separate entrance leads to the exclusive apartments spread over floors 18-49. Among 60 residences, there are six full-floor apartments, three maisonettes and a split-level penthouse with a recessed balcony and floor to ceiling windows with an incredible view of the Manhattan skyline.

The Baccarat Residences’ interiors and finishings were the project of Tony Ingrao, a New York designer and member of the Architectural Digest 100. There are solid white oak floors stained ebony or mahogany according to the wishes of the customer. The front doors are made from Zircote wood panels with handles inlaid with Baccarat crystals. The kitchens are made by Siematic and with Sub-Zero and Miele domestic

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appliances, whilst the bathrooms are filled with polished white marble from Lido. The lobby of each residence also includes a specially designed Baccarat lamp. The penthouse also has gas fireplaces in the hallways and master bedroom, and a Smart House system.

“Having taken the style of the legendary brand, we created our first masterpiece – a hotel for a modern way of life – sensual and elegant, functional and comfortable, and not too formal,” commented Barry Sternlicht, Chair and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, the hotel’s management company.

Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York has reinterpreted the elegance and perfection of the French crystal manufacturer and made it into a luxury way of life and a hospitable brand.

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Baccarat Hotel & Residences | PRODUCTS

PRODUCT PORTFOLIO BACCARAT

The opening of the Baccarat hotel coincided with the brand’s 250th anniversary. The legendary French crystal manufacturer was founded by the order of Louis XV in 1764 and has always met the high standards and requirements of the most demanding clients. Today Baccarat is the most distinguished company in France. It has the highest number of specialists awarded with the Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, whose work strives for perfection and keeps a delicate balance between technical skill, inspiration, innovations and respect for traditions - perfect in every detail.

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At the Crossroads of History Hotel National is a unique monument of Russian architecture and history

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Hotel National | RUSSIA

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PROJECT | INTERIOR

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In 2014 the Hotel National won the Luxury Historical Hotel award at the World Luxury Hotel Awards

The hotel was opened in 1903, an event commemorated above the main entrance in a metal marquee of griffins and curlicues. One of the oldest Moscow hotels still in operation, the Hotel National was built in a neoclassical style. It was designed by Alexander Ivanov, Russian architect and member of the Imperial Academy of Arts. The architect selected the most prized decorative materials for the hotel, including extensive mouldings, mosaic flooring, stained glass, and painted ceilings and cornices. The hotel resembled a grand museum even in its early days.

The hotel's more than hundred-year history has been closely linked to important events in the 20th century and Russia's complicated political path.

In the early 1900s, Moscow boasted 228 hotels, 10 of which were located on Tverskaya Street. The hotel's unique location in close proximity to the Kremlin catapulted it into the centre of events. After the October Revolution in 1917 the hotel served as a hostel for the Bolsheviks before they moved into the Kremlin.

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Hotel National | RUSSIA

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Vladimir Lenin and Leon Trotsky were guests during this time. Over the years the hotel has welcomed such varied guests as heads of state, prime ministers, diplomats, military leaders, writers and musicians. Its most famous visitors include Anna Pavlova, Feodor Chaliapin, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Ivan Bunin, Anatole France, and H. G. Wells.

In the 1990s the building underwent a major reconstruction and restoration, and the hotel was completely renovated in 2009. The hotel's facade features a curved corner with exquisite Corinthian columns, caryatids, expansive mosaic panels and a long balcony wrapping around the building's entire top floor. The hotel's finest rooms are located on this corner, which offers panoramic views of the Kremlin.

The Hotel National's interiors are equally striking. The main feature of the lobby interior is the grand staircase, made from white marble with gilded decorative mouldings. The hotel contains 202 luxurious rooms, including several Kremlin and Presidential Suites that boast antique furniture and works of art.

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The Presidential Suites are havens of unparalleled luxury. In the first suite this is marked by the antique 19th and early 20th century furniture from the P.N. Schmidt furniture factory, the decorative fireplace clad in white marble, the custom mirror in porcelain frame, antique accessories and artworks. Another suite features a gorgeous painted ceiling originating in 1902, rare Karelian birch furniture and a black grand piano, which perfectly complements the room. The elegant decor of another Presidential Suite is highlighted by antique objects such as the chandeliers, clock, writing table and glorious Steinway piano. The spacious bathrooms equipped with whirlpool tub, shower unit or bath enhance guests' comfort during their stay at the hotel. The fitness centre with gym, pool, and Finnish and Turkish baths is open to all guests.

At the National, guests can truly feel the warmth and charm of Russia's famed hospitality. Today it stands as the only exclusive hotel of its kind, presenting a rich and unique history, stunning architecture and interiors, and the highest level of service.

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PRODUCT PORTFOLIO MANDERS

The design used Bradite Pliolite Masonry facade paints and Bradite Acrylic Matt interior paints available at MANDERS. The Bradite brand was founded in England in 1938 and offers high-quality and long-lasting paints and coatings at excellent prices and in a wide range of colours and shades.

Pliolite Masonry is designed for high-quality facade decoration and long-term protection. It is recommended for use on concrete, cement render and other facade coverings exposed to the elements. It possesses excellent water-resistant properties.

Acrylic Matt is the mattest acrylic water-based emulsion from Bradite. It helps amplify space, conceal corners and fill rooms with light. When dry, the paint is perfectly matt and abrasion resistant.

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Teaching Hotel in Maastricht Chateau Bethlehem: unconventional design and talented students

Chateau Bethlehem in Maastricht (Netherlands) is one of the world's most unusual hotels and serves as an innovative testing ground where hospitality students hone their craft. The school's unique design combines both a new approach to hotel management training and the creation of a modern hotel environment.

Here the design and concept are inextricably linked to the management of the hotel. Students striving for a Bachelor's or Master's degree at the Hotel Management School combine work and study at this wholly original institution, managing the hotel and catering to guests.

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A host of noted designers were invited to take part in the redevelopment of the 13th century castle, which is nestled amongst the trees in a beautiful park. The project also involved talented students from the Design Academy and architecture school in Eindhoven and Maastricht.

Each of the 26 rooms boasts a unique design – minimalistic, playful, simple or luxurious, there’s a surprise waiting behind every door. Guests can doze beneath a swimming elephant, find themselves in an autumnal forest, or stay in a room where the furniture has been painted the exact same shade of grey as the sheets. There is also a room containing a

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motley collection of attic junk and second-hand knick knacks. The family room has built-in sleeping spaces for children, while another room features an integrated furniture system with table, bed, desk and wardrobe in a single large unit. However, the defining feature of the rooms is their deft interweaving of avant-garde design and the quiet rural landscape.

The designers chose the bathroom fixtures for the 26 rooms from the extensive Hansgrohe range: the Axor Urquiola and Axor Citterio collections, Raindance shower and Showerpipe system. Collections from

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global designers create a unique blend of innovative sanitary ware and Dutch minimalism.

The hotel has a 130-seat restaurant, L'Etoile, and several conference halls. In the restaurant, students serve guests delicious seasonal dishes prepared with the finest local ingredients.

Testing the boundaries of design and enriching interactions with guests, Chateau Bethlehem is a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, offering unique service and innovation. It is a unique hotel of the future with a centuries-old history and a place where guests can feel part of the teaching process.

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PRODUCT PORTFOLIO HansgroHe / AXOR

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4. Axor Citterio M 3-hole basin mixer with escutcheons.

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in the Mountains

Nestled among the Alpine peaks of La Thuile (Italy) sits a cutting-edge centre of ski tourism, the Nira Montana boutique hotel. Design firm Studio Del Portico rose to the challenge of creating a design blending Italian rustic style with bursts of modern chic.

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Natural materials predominate in the facade and interiors. Wood plays a crucial but subtle role in the interior, while the wall coverings, Corten steel and other metals also have an important part to play. A contrasting combination of wood and metal elements is masterfully used to create a balance integrating the whole design.

The white plaster in the hallways is interspersed with panels in warm chocolate tones. In a host of areas, wood decor is replaced by wall coverings with naturalistic tree designs. The irregular oak floorboards used in the guest rooms offset the even white skirting boards.

The textiles and decor are made from materials characteristic of the region. The cosy atmosphere is enhanced by the simple forms and unusual texture combinations.

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Interior accessories have been selected from the collections of contemporary brands. The Foscarini designer lights, hand carved wooden curtain poles, and deer heads in white resin draw the eye and serve as a modern take on traditional Alpine lodges. What's more, Nira Montana is decorated with works of modern art that are regularly updated, keeping the interior fresh and interesting.

The spa centre is integral to the hotel's charm, and includes a swimming pool, sauna, Turkish bath, vitarium for chromotherapy and aromatherapy treatments, a steam room and a relaxation area.

The creators behind Nira Montana have done their utmost to preserve the unique natural beauty surrounding the hotel. The building is connected to La Thuile's wood biomass central heating system and simultaneously generates heat

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and electricity for the local grid. Nira Montana is equipped with solar panels that help supply the hotel with hot water and aerators are built into every mixer tap to help reduce water consumption. A consistent room temperature is maintained by an internal ventilation and air purification system. Virtually all lighting in the hotel comes from LED lights, which guarantee minimal energy use. The building's cladding is made from materials with high insulating properties. Even the wood flooring is made using zero-waste technology without shavings or cuttings.

The natural finishing materials give the interior an emotional, natural aspect.

The hotel's designers – Puri and Simone Del Portico – fully embraced this natural aspect in their mix of traditional charm and stylish modern decor.

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PRODUCT PORTFOLIO Cole&Son / O’design

One of the collections from O-DESIGN – New Contemporary II – Woods wallpaper from Cole & Son (UK). Since 1873 Cole & Son wall coverings have been a touchstone of English luxury and aristocracy, products of impeccable quality and trusted production techniques. The hand flocking unique to this manufacturer is the distinguishing feature of its elite wall coverings.

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The most exciting and promising innovations by leading companies for the MosBuild exhibition at Moscow's Expocentre 5 – 8 April 2016

In 1957, Claude de Grivel invented a revolutionary formula for wood floor varnish, which offered a hardness equal to 33 % of that of glass. This product gave the French company its name – V33. Under the V33 and LIBERON brands, the company offers high-quality products for protecting and decorating wooden and mineral surfaces.

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tesa®4836 double-sided masking tape makes masking large areas quick and easy. Its UV resistance means that the tape can be removed up to 6 weeks after application without leaving any residue.

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TIZOL is a Russian manufacturer of fireproof heat and sound insulation materials and basalt-based structural fire safety systems. The company was founded in 1949 to provide insulation to nuclear power facilities. TIZOL products meet the ISO 9001:2008 quality standard.

Russian-German company BauTex is one of the largest producers of fibreglass products. Our professional designers and engineers have developed eco-friendly materials for interior decoration, facade reinforcement, flooring and industrial surfaces.

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www.bautex.ru Hogart has 20 years of experience in the engineering systems market. It specialises in supplying equipment and materials for heating, water and ventilation systems, sanitary ware and tiles made by leading European manufacturers. Highly qualified staff, wholesale, retail outlets, after-sales service.

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Quaryl® is a unique material for sanitary ware that combines the best features of quartz with the universality of high-quality acrylic resins. Quaryl® is hard-wearing yet warm to the touch. It can be shaped into clearly defined forms and designs, retaining its attractive appearance with minimal care.

Hygienic Flush is a hygiene-enhancing innovation that uses an open flush rim to ensure splash-free water flow. This cutting-edge technology ensures that flushing cleans the entire surface of the toilet bowl with minimal use of water.

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MARCON – ELIMINATOR is a unique product in the building materials market, which is designed to tackle the toughest marks and stains.

The product removes traces of expanding foam and residue from sealants and even super glue.

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INTERSTROI is the Russian manufacturer of INTERFLOOR raised flooring systems. All INTERFLOOR products are certified (Certificate of Conformity No. NSO PB.RU.PR019/2.N.00427 dated 30.04.2013, Certificate of Conformity No. NSO PB.RU. PR019/2.N.00428 dated 30.04.2013) and meet global standards. The company also provides product installation.

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SILK PLASTER strives to develop new types of decorative plaster every year. The company has launched the Art Design silk plaster collection for 2015. The collection features bold, rich colours and a silky smooth texture. Art Design is already popular with designers and was used on the Renovation School television programme on TNT.

Showroom chain Azdeco offers a huge range of wall coverings, mouldings, flooring, curtains and curtain poles. The company has been operating since 2011 and presents an impressive choice of collections from the world's top manufacturers. Azdeco's product range includes classic models and original designs.

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Sailing in Style Comfortable travel is one of the defining achievements of civilisation. The tragic fate of the Titanic over 100 years ago has not dampened our desire to travel the world's seas and oceans. Cruises offer travellers the chance to see foreign countries, enjoy new experiences and sensations and relax in style without even setting foot on shore.

The Nippon Maru cruise liner (Japan) typically offers short cruises in the Sea of Japan, which is why most of the travellers aboard it are Japanese. The ship's 160-strong crew serve 607 passengers. The ship is 167 metres long and 24 metres wide with a draught of over 6 metres.

The cruise liner's interiors are finished in natural materials such as wood and paper textile. The lounge areas employ the exclusive Palazzo collection wall coverings from Omexco, whose high quality helps break design stereotypes and enables the use of cellulose-based wall coverings in marine interiors.

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PRODUCT PORTFOLIO Skol

The Palazzo collection from manufacturer Omexco (Belgium) evokes the interiors of Venetian palaces through the use of largescale Baroque motifs. The wall coverings are made from eco-friendly materials that meet the highest European standards. Thanks to the latest technological advances in nonwoven textiles, these wall coverings are “breathable�. Materials: polyester and cellulose.

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St. Joseph's Boutique Hotel This boutique hotel stands in the very heart of the Old Town in Dubrovnik (Croatia)

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Originally built in the 1500s, the building fell into disrepair in the ensuing centuries but was lovingly restored in recent years to become one of the finest hotels within the city's walls. Each of the six rooms is tastefully decorated in a style worthy of Dubrovnik's illustrious history.

Croatian architecture firm Kaliterna Arhitektura were tasked with updating the hotel's interiors.

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traveller. The largest and most luxurious room in St. Joseph's is the King Suite. Its interior showcases one wall of preserved 16th century stonework as well as original ceiling beams. This unique combination of medieval and modern luxury is enhanced by the Pleats collection of French wall coverings from ELITIS, whose design imitates the pattern of traditional boiserie.

St. Joseph's also boasts stunning views of the picturesque winding streets of Dubrovnik's Old Town.

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PRODUCT PORTFOLIO ЕLITIS (SKOL)

Elitis (France) wall coverings – the non-woven Pleats collection create an origami effect. The exquisite uniform background, seemingly made from thousands of sheets of paper, contrasts with the intricate patterns and ephemeral silhouettes of the French decor. Wall coverings from ELITIS offer a rich choice of textures and materials of the highest quality. “Created to present a vivid and original solution never before seen in the world of decor!” – ELITIS flawlessly applies this principle to its entire product range.

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An experiment with time and space When a century-old former grain storage building encountered Philippe Starck’s creativity, a unique five-star hotel emerged on the banks of the Rio de la Plata in Buenos Aires, Argentina

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The project was carried out by the creative duo Philippe Starck and fashionable Argentinian impresario Alan Faena, transforming the 1902 brick building into a luxurious resort.

The hotel’s exterior, resembling an industrial facility, contrasts with the designer interior. The Faena Hotel ‘begins’ with an impressive hallway with 10m ceilings. The main design element here is the exposed brickwork, decorated with drapes and Hollywood-style red carpets.

Furniture in the hallway is minimal - Starck goes by the principle that a simple space is better than a filled one.

The exposed brick walls set the tone for the hotel’s colour palette, which is dominated by intense shades of red, burgundy, cherry, and coral.

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The interior furnishings look particularly bright combined with the snow-white rooms and restaurant, and the wood and black marble in the bar and lobby.

The Faena Hotel’s central hall is lined with dark wood, creating a background for red details such as furniture upholstered in both fabric and leather. On shelves along the walls are paintings, books and albums on the history of architecture, music and art. Nineteenth century chandeliers top it all off.

The hotel rooms are done in Empire style with engraved mirrors reminiscent of colonial Mexico. To complement the design, the rooms are full of technical devices such as lighting, curtains, remote-controlled blinds, and climate control and home cinema systems. The design of

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the bathrooms are characterised by their luxury, where some basins are carved straight into the marble slab, and the taps are made in the shape of a swan’s neck and wings.

The design of El Mercado, one of Faena’s two restaurants, is full of details conveying the spirit of Buenos Aires. Restaurant El Bistro, on the other hand is filled with light and air. One of the bars is evocative of an intimate French cabaret; the other – an open-air bar – is located near the outdoor swimming pool surrounded by red chaise longues. The design of this luxury relaxation area underlines the hotel’s high status.

A second pool is located in the hotel’s wellness area, where you can also find a salon, sauna, hamam, Russian banya and fitness club. The

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whole pieces of marble used for lining the hamam and relaxation area make the design of the spa complex unique. The dry sauna is decorated with Inca stone engraved with complex geometric shapes.

Thanks to the outstanding design, the empty hangars have been turned into attractive and welcoming rooms. In designing the restaurant and hotel interiors Philippe Starck aimed for simplicity and freedom. His style involves as much empty space as possible with no unnecessary details. According to the designer, this allows guests to understand the inherent idea in a more subtle way.

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Luxury interiors and relaxing healing therapies create the unique ambience of the Faena Hotel's spa area.

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PRODUCT PORTFOLIO CARRARA MARBLE

Carrara marble is quarried in the Apuan Alps (Italy) and is one of the most highly prized types of marble. It possesses a wide spectrum of colours and structural characteristics, but can be divided into 7 main types: Bianco, Statuario, Arabescato, Calacata, Bardiglio, Venato and Cipollino Zerbino.

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Mandarin Oriental One of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group's signature hotels is located in the trendiest part of Barcelona (Spain) on the Passeig de GrĂ cia

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The owner and operator of a luxury hotel chain, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group offers 21st century luxury with Eastern charm. The chain is renowned for its creation of unique hotels with exclusive designs and locations. The Group regularly wins international accolades for its quality and service.

Today the Group has decisively staked its claim as a global player in the hotel business, with a presence in major cities and resorts around the world: 24 countries on 4 continents, operating 27 hotels with 17 in development, totalling almost 11,000 rooms.

One of Mandarin Oriental's signature hotels is located in the trendiest part of Barcelona (Spain) on the Passeig de GrĂ cia. Situated in the city's financial and business district, the Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is close to fashionable boutiques, gourmet restaurants and buildings designed by architectural genius Antoni GaudĂ­. Here guests can get intimately acquainted with the unique Catalan sensibility.

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The Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is built in an elegant mid-20th century style with modernist features and contains a garden, panoramic terrace and rooftop swimming pool. The hotel's unique space is divided across various levels: a striking suspended ramp crosses the courtyard and leads into the hotel, the entryway is separated by metal lattices that allow visitors to see into the lobby, while the 3D textured walls create a feeling of depth. The hotel's 120 rooms and suites, decorated by famous Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola, are considered some of the finest in Barcelona. Several rooms boast a balcony or terrace with a view of the Passeig de GrĂ cia below or the hotel's picturesque garden.

The luxurious Penthouse Suite, 236 m2, comprises two bedrooms, three bathrooms, a lounge, office, dining room for 8 people and two terraces with dining areas. The room also comes with a Bang & Olufsen home cinema and a butler service for entertaining. Virtually all of the hotel's furniture, lights, sanitary ware, tiles and other decor accessories were

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developed by Patricia Urquiola and produced by top Italian and Spanish manufacturers. Guests of the hotel, who are able to enjoy a truly unique atmosphere of leisure and relaxation, exquisite contemporary interiors and wonderful restaurants, are also treated to one of the best spa experiences in the Catalan capital. The hotel's spa is a true oasis of calm spread out across 1000 m2 with a 12-metre pool on the hotel roof. The spa offers guests a wide range of wellness treatments in 8 treatment rooms, as well as a fully-equipped gym and relaxation area. The hotel's restaurants and bars offer exclusive interior design and top-class Catalan cuisine: Moments restaurant with an outdoor terrace, artistic BistrEau with its fantastical decor of silver lattice walls and glass roof, and in the hotel's garden the Mimosa Garden restaurant and Banker's Bar with chic interior, terrace and live music, while the Terrat bar is situated beside the hotel's rooftop pool. The hotel also maintains its own beaches on Barcelona's coastline.

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PRODUCT PORTFOLIO Studio Urquiola Patricia Urquiola is a famous Spanish designer and owner of Studio Urquiola in Milan. She has designed countless furniture, lighting, bathroom and tile collections that offer stunning simplicity, elegance and functionality. She works with leading global brands such as Moroso, De Padova, Flos, Rosenthal, Molteni, Hansgrohe/Axor, Mutina, Agape, Marks and Spencer, Alessi, B&B, De Vecchi and Kartell.

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1. Tatou lighting collection, Flos (Italy) 2. Husk collection of comfortable and practical chairs, B&B (Italy) 3. Azulej ceramic tile collection, Mutina (Italy).

Experimenting with innovations in digital printing, the designer achieved a handcrafted majolica effect. The prints are suitable for horizontal and vertical application.

4. Crinoline high back chair with polyethylene weave, B&B (Italy) 5. Canasta garden furniture collection, B&B (Italy) 6. Mixer collection from Hansgrohe Axor Urquiola (Germany), flow rate reduced to 5 l/min with QuickClean system limescale removal

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Architectural Pearl

The beauty of Natai Beach on the island of Phuket (Thailand) stems from both its natural charms and its unique architecture. The Iniala Beach House hotel comprises 10 villas designed by leading architecture firms.

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The Villa Bianca and the Aziamendi restaurant can truly be called exclusive, as their unique interiors were entirely developed by Rafael Llamazares and JoaquĂ­n Torres from Spanish studio A-cero.

The villa is split into two bungalows separated by a shared pool.

Resembling an oyster shell, the building also boasts transparent facades as well as French windows and glass doors offering stunning ocean views.

Custom furniture was also designed by A-cero to integrate seamlessly with the design concept. The fluid contours of the decor and furniture create a single composition where each object flows into

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the next, with horizontal surfaces gradually transforming into vertical planes and vice versa.

The colour scheme and main design elements of the two bungalows were inspired by the principle of Yin and Yang. Contrast is evoked in the play of horizontal lines in one bungalow and vertical lines in the other, and where the first bungalow displays pale wood floors and a dark wood panelled ceiling, the second features the opposite combination.

The bathroom is located at the back of the bungalow. Italian sanitary ware from Antonio Lupi designed by world-renowned designer Carlo Colombo gives the bathroom its wholly unique look.

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The bungalow's interior decor and custom furniture serve a unified design concept. The bed flows into the decorative wave that winds around the room.

The future head chef and holder of three Michelin stars, Eneko Atxa, contributed to the design of the hotel's restaurant. The restaurant interior consists of a dining area and bar. The design features a continuation of the rooms' style solutions: curvilinear forms and natural finishing materials.

The load-bearing structures and ceiling are finished in wood panelling that mimics the movement of waves. The majority of the walls are made of glass, eliminating the visual boundaries between interior and exterior spaces and maximising the use of natural light. The restaurant shifts smoothly into an outdoor terrace via sliding glass doors.

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1. BAÌAS composite bathtubs, designer – Carlo Colombo. This model for hotels can be adapted for any space and boasts a rimless oval design.

2. Wall-mounted single lever Bikappa mixer, material – chrome, designer – Carlo Colombo 3. Square or rectangular Slot washbasin with incorporated siphon, material – Corian

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| CALENDAR

Exhibition: Picture, Tower, Building – Richard Meier and Ulm Minster 08.07.2015 - 22.11.2015 Ulm, Germany The most famous designs and latest projects from Richard Meier and his firm Richard Meier & Partners Architects will be on show at this presentation in Ulm. The works presented will cover various periods in the architect's career, from New York and Hamburg to Prague and Mexico.

The exhibition is located in the Stadthaus Ulm Exhibition and Assembly Building designed by Meier himself.

Festival: Inside 2015 04.11.2015 - 06.11.2015 Singapore The programme for the global interior design festival combines awards with exhibitions, roundtables, conferences, master classes and much more. In 2015 the event will be attended by designers from over 30 countries.

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Urban Week 2015 09.11.2015 - 15.11.2015 St. Petersburg, Russia The programme for this year's Urban Week includes conferences, roundtables, master classes, topical social research, exhibitions and presentations. As part of the event, there will be visits to current projects and presentations on prospective urban programmes.

Several thousand urban planning experts are expected to attend.

Moscow Urban Forum 2015 16.10.2015 - 17.10.2015 Moscow, Russia This annual Moscow forum unites architecture experts with representatives from business and government. The event includes a private business programme and public festival for city residents. For the first time, the 2015 programme will include special presentations for investors and urban project stakeholders.

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Exhibition: The Piano Method 11.11.2015 - 29.02.2016 Paris, France The exhibition will take a look at the unique design approach used by the Renzo Piano Building Workshop. Visitors will be able to see 15 projects by Renzo Piano, including the Centre Pompidou, the Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé Foundation, the Paris Law Court and the Children's Surgery Centre in Uganda.

Exhibition: Urban Development: Positions and Oppositions 31.10.2014 - 23.11.2015 Moscow, Russia The exhibition will display work by graduates of the Graduate School of Urban Studies and Planning – one of the first training centres for urban planning in Russia.

These graduate projects aim to identify new urban development strategies, study current conditions, and find innovative solutions.

Conference: Design Dialogue Kazakhstan 2015 29.10.2015 Almaty, Kazakhstan This international conference on design and modern office management will discuss the outlook for commercial property, business architecture and design in Kazakhstan. The conference programme will also include the announcement of the winners and awards ceremony for the Kazakhstan Interior Awards.

World Architecture Festival 2015 04.11.2015 - 06.11.2015 Singapore WAF is one of the largest annual international architecture events.

Since 2008 it has provided a platform for architects, suppliers and clients from over 60 countries to meet and exchange ideas. The festival awards are nicknamed the “Architectural Oscars”.

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