BAMO 2022 by BAMO Inc

HOSPITAL ITY

For us, luxury is a spirit of grace and generosity that says, quite simply, “I am glad you are here.” We are BAMO. For thirty years, we’ve created captivating environments that flow, function, and make people feel welcome, at ease, and inspired to live — and to dream — more fully. A collective of designers, we bring to each project a richness of experience and perspective, along with an impassioned view of life and our work. We engage clients graciously, listening for the unspoken needs beneath their stated desires. Speaking to the psyche through the senses, and building in layers of meaning, we create true havens: places apart from the everyday. Our interpretive skill is matched by the rigor, expertise, and ingenuity we bring to seeing projects through to completion. This is why hospitality, residential, and corporate clients around the world trust us to bring their visions to life.

“Capella has opened what could be fairly described at the city’s most beautiful hotel.” —Travel + Leisure Magazine 2021 It List - Best New Hotels in the World

CAPELLA HOTEL BANGKOK BANGKOK, THAILAND

Aligning with Capella’s credo - creating

compete with the view. Carved woods and

bespoke properties that sit in harmony with

rich stones combine with reflective surfaces

the environment - our creative process was

so rippling reflections and magnificent

inspired by the significance of the site in

sunsets permeate the interior.

Bangkok’s history and prime location on the “River of Kings;” The changing colors and languid rhythms, passing vessels, flowering water hyacinth bobbing in their wake, and striking views of Taksin Bridge. Driven to capture the river in outlook, atmosphere, and spirit, each space is laid out to take in the river-scape. Colors and materials complement and enhance, rather than

Furnishings and details reflect the district’s multicultural flavor while paying homage to traditional Thai architectural elements and decorative motifs. These crafted moments, steeped in tradition, are woven throughout the Capella Bangkok experience, thoughtfully tied to the harmony of life, art, and culture along the Chao Phraya.

“Uniting seven historic buildings – all impeccably restored – the new European outpost from Four Seasons is a showcase of Spanish heritage.” —Sleeper Magazine

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MADRID MADRID, SPAIN

Located in Madrid’s Centro Canalejas, the

Three signature spaces, the lobby, the Royal

Four Seasons Hotel is an exquisite link

Suite and the Function level all rely heavily

between past and present; a symbol of a

on the reuse of historical elements, whether

city that continually adapts to the passing of

patterned stone floors, ornately carved stone

time, with history tied beautifully to present.

portal elements, rich wood shutters, carved

In reviving this historic destination, seven

doors, 19th century brass Cremona fittings.

buildings were carefully connected to create

The luxury suites are all individually designed

a common identity while preserving the

and each one has the feel of grand Madrid

varied architectural styles. The governing

apartment, with a strong residential feel that

criterion was to respect everything of

mixed contemporary and historical elements.

historical or artistic value and complement with contemporary elegance.

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL SAO PAULO SAO PAULO, BRAZIL

As the brand’s first location in Brazil, Four

a driving factor in the design, in addition to

Seasons Hotel São Paulo has set a new

adhering to Brazil’s import laws, and resulted in

standard for five-star elegance, style and

many sustainable design solutions. Each space

hospitality. For locals, the hotel represents

features and highlights Brazilian materials and

an opportunity to experience Four Seasons

craft, resulting in feature finishes that are unique

in their home country, and for international

and unexpected.

travelers, a chance to visit modern Sao Paulo at its best, a vibrant cultural destination, and

Though inspired by the design approach of

thriving center of international commerce.

Brazilian greats, BAMO did not want to mimic

Interiors take cues from Oscar Niemeyer’s

captures Brazilian soul, fusing relaxed

bold strokes of sweeping modernism and the

modernism with artful details and sensuous

organic abstraction of Burle Marx. Bold and

materiality, crafting a story that appeals to the

evocative modern, the design is international

world traveler and local design enthusiasts alike.

any style specifically. The resulting interpretation

luxury rendered in Brazilian materials and infused with classic Paulistano flavor. Playing to the strengths of the local resources became

“A showcase for Brazilian design, with San Francisco-based studio BAMO devising a scheme that pays homage to the country’s creative heritage.” —Sleeper Magazine

“BAMO did superb work, the aesthetic is contemporary, stylish and warm, with tasteful accents of Mexico, beautiful finishes and great art.” —Mark Harmon Founder, Auberge Resorts Collection

CHILENO BAY RESORT & RESIDENCES CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO

On the tip of the Baja California peninsula,

exalting the view with floor to ceiling windows,

where desert meets the sea, this intimate

and leveraging

beachfront resort is the ultimate in laid-back luxury. The design of Chileno Bay Resort & Residences is decidedly modern, a departure from the more traditional, Hacienda-style properties in the area, with a youthful exuberance that invites an authentic, yet fresh

The climate with indoor/outdoor living. With simple, direct forms, the villas and guestrooms are clean, light, and airy. Modern spaces flow one into the next, with marble flooring balanced by the warmth of wood ceilings

and unexpected Cabo experience.

above. Encaustic tiles in a mix of modern

BAMO took inspiration from the idyllic

mini art installations with colors inspired by the

location, designing a palette that

cactus and agave landscape and cerulean blue

complements the natural environment,

waters.

geometrics and traditional patterns appear as

“We aim to be a game changer in the Dubai luxury hotel market.” —Simon Casson Regional VP & GM, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

FOUR SEASONS RESORT DUBAI AT JUMEIRAH BEACH DUBAI, UAE

Thrilled to design something fresh in a city

Highlights include a palatial lobby with

known for landmark projects, BAMO embarked

soaring 10 meter ceiling, lobby rotunda with

on Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah

octagonal silver-leafed dome, grand stair with

Beach. Our team took inspiration from Dubai’s

cascading Venetian glass chandelier, and spa

cosmopolitan allure, vibrant culture, and

with mosaic dome punctuated by rays of light.

stunning views of the Persian Gulf.

The soft color palette references the resort’s

The building’s exterior is Andalusian, the

waterfront setting.

Spanish Islamic style familiar within the region.

With its unparalleled location and fresh, opulent

Stepping inside the hotel, subtle references

design, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah

remain, with BAMO beautifully transforming

Beach has risen to the top of the ultra-luxe and

traditional forms in a contemporary way. Finely

ultra-competitive Dubai market.

appointed details can be seen throughout.

“BAMO really understood our design philosophy and was able to deliver a comfortable, beautiful, and functional design with a twist; not the predictable product.” —Dana Kalczak Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

FOUR SEASONS RESORT BORA BORA BORA BORA, FRENCH POLYNESIA

With a turquoise lagoon protected by a fringe

In addition to natural beauty, the pacific

of white coral on one side and two soaring

islands possess a rich history and culture.

mountain peaks on the other, BAMO’s design

Design inspiration is drawn from elements

of Four Seasons Bora Bora celebrates its

specific to Bora Bora, including local tools,

stunning locale, as well as its cultural context.

small utilitarian furniture, and adornment

The orientation of buildings and framing of windows emphasize the island views. Rooms are designed to take advantage of the natural cross ventilation, thus reducing the need for air conditioning. Simple shapes and quiet interior

including feather, bone, carving, and tattoos. Design motifs find their way into textile patterns, woodwork, and artwork selections. These touches of culture add “ornament” to a very serene design.

colors allow the visual focus to remain on the brilliant blue of the surrounding ocean.

LUXURY RESORT CROATIA

Inspired by the architecture and uninterrupted

as guests seamlessly breeze between nature

view, this new luxury resort destination takes

to man-made. Sleek lines, natural but rich

every opportunity to connect guests with the

color palettes and impeccable details create a

stunning natural beauty that surrounds them.

sophisticated and seductive design ethos for

The indoor outdoor experience takes shape

the property.

WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL & RESIDENCES MIAMI MIAMI, FL

Waldorf Astoria Miami finds sense of place from

to make you feel uplifted and inspired, where

the vibrant and thriving locale of downtown

the sculptural quality of the building is manifest

Miami. The property will be a distinctly urban

in the interior and becomes an immersive ex-

experience, modern and forward looking,

perience. Within the gallery-like public spaces,

but with a restraint and nod to classicism that

there is energy, asymmetry, movement and flow

speaks to the history and legacy of the Waldorf

but it’s overlaid with a carefully studied logic

Astoria Brand.

and order. In the same way that music or art can

The overall interior design vision comes from the desire to create a transcendent experience

uplift the spirit through beauty and expression, our goal is that feeling of inspiration.

for the residents and guests – something that reflects the idea and superlative nature of being in the tallest tower in Miami. The space strives

“Waldorf Astoria’s new record-breaking high rise seizes the ‘Miami Moment’.” —Forbes Magazine

FOUR SEASONS PRIVATE RESIDENCES BANGKOK BANGKOK, THAILAND

Four Seasons Private Residences Bangkok is

take advantage of the views, enhanced room

the centerpiece of an opulent urban resort

heights, and created public/private zones.

set along the banks of the Chao Phraya. An oasis amidst the vibrant chaos of modern Bangkok, the development includes the 75-story residential tower and two ultra-luxury hotels, one of which BAMO is also designing. BAMO’s residence scope includes the entry lobby, corridors, unit plans and finishes, and Four Seasons Club, consisting of two amenities

The classic, contemporary 4-Bedroom Show Unit is fully dressed with built-in upgrades, art, accessories, and furnishings, the majority of which were manufactured locally. The “houselike” Sales Gallery consists of a Reception Foyer, Media Room, Living/Dining Room with Bar, Meeting Room, Stair Gallery, WCs, Sales Offices.

floors and a rooftop pool lounge. Additionally, BAMO designed the lavish Sales Gallery and 4-Bedroom Show Unit. With a sophisticated international buyer in mind, BAMO introduced a rich, neutral color and materials palette, opened spaces to

“We envisage Chao Phraya Estate will become one of Bangkok’s most exclusive addresses that maximizes the best of waterfront living.” —Ben Taechaubol Director and CEO, Country Group Development PCL

BRISA DEL MAR RESIDENCE CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO

This freestanding residence is found nestled

while floor-to-ceiling glass windows allow for

within the 1,200 – acre Chileno Bay Resort

stunning views. The design intent was to be

development. A strong design continuity

youthful but authentic, fresh and unexpected.

throughout the property establishes and

The Master Suites were designed specifically

reinforces its contemporary identity, providing

for the two owner’s different family/lifestyle

a welcome break from traditional Mexican

needs, featuring a luxuriously sized bathroom

architectural and interior expectations. While

and freestanding tub for one couple, and a

the bones of Brisa del Mar reflect the resort

“living room” space connected to the Master

in terms of style and materials, the villa is

bedroom to accommodate the second family’s

interwoven with a local vernacular.

young children .

Using natural materials with clean lines and muted tones the design of Brisa del Mar accentuates the beauty of the villa’s coastal surroundings. Handcrafted accessories created by local artisans reflect the spirit of Los Cabos,

“A fetching design with natural stone and wood, Mexican fabrics, original artwork, handcrafted local furniture and a white spiral staircase.” —Forbes

FAXON FOREST ATHERTON, CA

Designed for a young family, this dramatic

were refined, and design details simplified, all

transformation turned a traditional English

while responding to the expansive light and

style home into a contemporary and elegant

air of newly created and enlarged doorways

compound that embraces natural light

and windows. With an eye towards refined

while seamlessly connecting the interior

elegance, exterior ornamentation and

to the outdoor gardens. The new design

detailing were scaled back, while a fresh and

completely reimagines the original structure

contemporary palette features subtle textures

by opening rooms to each other and the

that interplay and engage with reflected light.

adjoining landscape. Interior proportions

“Each interior space opens towards an exterior marker or romantic moment.” —Hong Kong Home Journal

BLUE OAKS SONOMA, CA

Drawing on the beautiful site nestled

Truly personalized to the client’s lifestyle,

amongst a grove of oak trees, the layout

the home was designed with a deliberate

of the home blurs the lines between in and

calmness, a scaled back residence for a

out, where in any space guests are looking

couple who wants to slow down and enjoy

beyond into the next. Natural light bathes

life. Nothing is over the top about the house,

the home through floor to ceiling windows

it’s gracious and not ostentatious.

situated opposite each other, giving this quintessential California residence a warm and contemporary feel.

“We loved our first house…we like this one more!”.” —Client

“BAMO’s experience in luxury resorts translated into an even more incredible space than we ever thought was possible.” — Client

SPYGLASS HILL PEBBLE BEACH, CA

This contemporary home is uniquely situated

weekend getaways, the refined details and

between the Pacific Ocean and the famous

furnishings are also well-suited for hosting

Spyglass Hill Golf Course at Pebble Beach.

and entertaining. Furnishings complement the

The breathtaking approach to the home

sleek and clean architecture, picking up notes

is accentuated by floor to ceiling windows

from the natural materials found in the stone,

that allow for direct views through to the

sand, and water just outside.

sea beyond. Designed for a young family’s

“The rooms derive their warmth and visual interest from texture rather than from pattern or color—from the woolly naps of the rugs to the highly sculptural light fixtures.” —Architectural Digest

CYPRESS DRIVE PEBBLE BEACH, CA

Located along the 18th Fairway of Pebble

projects for them, so we were able to hit the

Beach Golf Links, the interiors of this private

ground running. Their love of stone informed

residence required quiet elegance to

the architecture; their desire for serenity and

complement one of the most spectacular

comfort inspired the interiors.

views in the world. Textural elements, rather than pattern or color, add warmth and play against the neutral, modern palette of stone

Utah limestone was chosen for its warm, buff tone, as French was considered too cold.

and glass.

To add beauty and sound deflection, BAMO

The property had been purchased by our

All of the furnishings were either custom

clients decades before their dream home

designed or found objects discovered on

became a reality. Between purchase and

shopping trips to Belgium, Paris, London,

project kick-off we’d designed four other

Venice, and New York.

designed a stepped ceiling of cerused teak.

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