INSIDE CLINIQUE LA PRAIRIE THE ART AND SCIENCE OF LIFE
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CLINIQUE LA PRAIRIE THE ART AND SCIENCE OF LIFE
#3 summer 2014
LIFE IS A SMILE Happy DIaMONDS COLLECTION
Fitness The body in 360° Programme Better Mobility Portrait Mounir Ziadé History Tribute to Armin Mattli Culture Vitra Campus Discovery CGN Vital about Sleep True/False the Fitness Ambassador Jakob Hlasek Swiss Luxury Design and colour Portfolio Vincent Jendly FACES Their Health, Their treasure
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TONDA METROPOLITAINE
Steel Automatic movement Steel bracelet Made in Switzerland www.parmigiani.ch
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EDITORIAL
Offering a unique experience
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fter 3 years as Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO, Gregor Mattli has now decided to turn his attentions exclusively to the Chairmanship of Clinique La Prairie. I am now therefore delighted to take up the role as CEO and oversee the operational activities of the clinic. Having acquired considerable experience in the field of private aviation, I am now delving into the world of health. Naturally my key objective is to uphold the superlative standards and reputation for which the clinic is renowned and that can be summed up in one word: excellence. From the Medical Centre to the Spa, not to mention the superb accommodation, our main goal here at Clinique La Prairie is to offer our clients an unrivalled experience.
rate response to problems that can disrupt mobility or physical exercise through its multidisciplinary approach. Our initial results have proven to be excellent. They are now inspiring us to further develop our medical offer so that we can continue to keep the promise that we made more than eight decades ago to provide an improved and prolonged quality of life.
A number of new developments, such as the refurbished Spa, have been undertaken recently, with an emphasis being placed on our services and programmes. This latest Inside issue will therefore enable you to discover all the information about our new Better Mobility programme. Mobility represents an important challenge; it is central to a balanced life. The purpose of this programme is to provide a comprehensive and accu-
I hope you enjoy this issue and I look forward to seeing you soon at Clinique La Prairie.
MARK BAIER
CEO of Clinique La Prairie
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SUMMARY
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24 3 EDITORIAL By Marc Baier, CEO of Clinique La Prairie
38 OUR History Armin Mattli. Tribute to a visionary
8 PORTFOLIO Vincent Jendly. Man-made
42 VITAL Sleep well to live better
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44 FITNESS The body in 360°
20 PORTRAIT Mournir Ziadé. Between two worlds
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24 CULTURE Vitra. The best of design and architecture 28 PROGRAMME Better Mobility. The moving body 34 FACES Their health, their treasure
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BOUTIQUES GENÈVE • PARIS • LONDON • BERLIN • NEW YORK BAL HARBOUR • BEVERLY HILLS • LAS VEGAS MOSCOW • DUBAI • TOKYO • HONG KONG • SINGAPORE SAINT-TROPEZ • CANNES • COURCHEVEL • GSTAAD
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48 TRUE/FALSE Fitness is not an exact science
66 SWISS LUXURY Swiss design oozes colour
50 DISCOVER A journey on Lake Geneva
68 IN YOUR HEADPHONES Musical lands
54 SWISS PASSION Décision SA. Swiss expertise
62 OFFER Programmes Medical services Rooms and suites
58 AMBASSADOR Jakob Hlasek. Here and nowhere else
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62 FASHION IN-Shape Maritime adventure
INSIDE The magazine of Clinique La Prairie EDITOR Clinique La Prairie SA > www.laprairie.ch Head of Publication Vincent Steinmann > vincent.steinmann@laprairie.ch Concept and production Inédit Publications SA Publishing manager Leila Klouche > leila.klouche@inedit.ch Design and layout Yvan Fantoli > yvan.fantoli@unigraf.com PRODUCTION Inédit Publications SA, Avenue Dapples 7, Case postale 900, CH-1001 Lausanne, T +41 21 695 95 95 > info@inedit.ch > www.inedit.ch ADVERTISING pub@inedit.ch, T +41 21 695 95 25 TRANSLATION Traducta Switzerland > www.traducta.ch PRINTING IRL Plus SA, Lausanne, Suisse © Inédit Publications SA 2014
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MAGIE | ÉCLAT
LACRIMA Collection de bijoux ornés de diamants de l’atelier Bucherer
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PORTFOLIO
Vincent Jendly
Man-made When man decides to build, he is capable of producing miraculous results. The photographer Vincent Jendly is fascinated by this observation. Whether his photographs are taken in New York or Lausanne, they testifyes of what have been constructed either now or in the past, of what remains or what evolves: objects, buildings or civilisations.
Vincent Jendly is a Swiss photographer who lives and works in Lausanne. As a self-taught photographer, he produced his “New York” series in 2009 at the same time as another project called “La Poste”. These two pieces of work, which are still ongoing, have been involved in a number of monographic exhibitions in Europe and the US and received acclaim at international festivals. His photographs are notably on display at the UN headquarters in New York. www.vincentjendly.com
1114 6th Avenue, 2012, from the New York series
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PORTFOLIO
# 1056, 2012, from the La Poste series
# 1066, 2012, from the La Poste series
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Four World Trade Center, 2012, from the New York series
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130 West 42nd Street I, 2009, from the New York series
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PORTFOLIO
Italy I, 2012
Italy II, 2013
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NEWS
Dining
HEALTH CAFE One of the refreshing fruit juices on the menu at the Café Spa is an absolute must if you want to experience the detoxifying effect of parsley or the anti-ageing virtue of ginger. The biggest food lovers out there need only read this menu to drop 500g and add an extra five minutes to their lives. The freshness and vitality of the ingredients selected to make these dishes spark the curiosity of those who take extra care of their health and well-being.
COFFEE TABLE BOOK
DISTINCTION
Defying ordinary
WORLD SPA & WELLNESS 2014
Joy, humour and friendship epitomise the values celebrated by the jewellery of Suzanne Syz. Oneiric bestiary, fantastical nature, snazzy colours and shapes of sweets which bring childhood memories flooding back make up the fascinating and unique pieces. “I like to make pieces that defy ordinary, otherwise it's no fun”, says Suzanne, a pretty woman with a bright smile. The journey of this Swiss creator is as dazzling as her jewellery. You will find out more as you read this fine book published at Assouline. Having emigrated to New York at the height of the effervescent eighties, Suzanne met Andy Warhol and his “colourful” friends, Basquiat, Schnabel and Condo. She is passionate about contemporary art and became a distinguished collector alongside her husband. This is a captivating story illustrated by a range of spectacular photos and dazzling pieces of jewellery which offers candour and originality to a Coffee Table Book which truly defies ordinary. Suzanne Syz Art Jewels, Assouline, 2013
A “rejuvenating avocado smoothie, with almond powder, cinnamon and orange blossom water”; “grilled chicken buckwheat wraps, crunchy vegetables, yoghurt sauce” or an “organic silky tofu and pear tiramisu” are just some of the items on offer which are as tasty as they are nutritious. Eating healthily while you enjoy yourself is a very easy recipe to make at Clinique La Prairie. Bon appétit!
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The medical Spa of Clinique La Prairie has been named “Best Spa Destination in Europe”, as it took first place in the prestigious World Spa & Wellness 2014 Awards. The prize was awarded at an official ceremony which took place on Sunday 23 February 2014 in London at the famous Guildhall. This prize was awarded to Clinique La Prairie for its unrivalled experience and exceptional know-how in the fields of preventive medicine and well-being treatments. This is the 14th time that the efforts of the Medical Spa of Clinique La Prairie have been recognised; previously, it had been honoured by the Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Spa Award, Best Medical Spa (Sunday Times, UK), Best European Medical Spa (European Spa Exhibition, Monaco) and the Retreat Spa of the Year (Quintessentially).
NEWS
SPECIALIST
WELCOME Having arrived eight months ago, Dr Mimoun Benchaou is taking over from the retired Dr Bambule. Like his predecessor, this ORL specialist is extremely attentive to what patients have to say. “I am keen to earn my patients' trust and establish longterm relationships” he says. This is an essential aspect of medical care. “At Clinique La Prairie, Dr Benchaou
Wellness
PERSONALIZED CARE Recently transformed, the Spa of Clinique La Prairie which is open to local and international clients provides a space which is even more harmonious and comfortable than ever. Our holistic approach enables the team of therapists to satisfy the most stringent well-being and healthcare needs by combining the expertise of contemporary science and age-old philosophies. Its innovative healthcare programme has been created to provide treatments tailored to the profile of each and every individual. Technology, dermatology, aesthetics, cosmetics and well-being are brought together to provide an extremely balanced offer of forty treatments. Unprecedented signature treatments and enhanced existing therapies and massages, supplemented by the efficiency of Swiss Perfection products stimulate effects related to anti-ageing, anti-cellulite, detoxification, strengthening and well-being. The menu also provides specific programmes in the form of experiences. These include Spa Days, a blend of human expertise and mechanical technology, offering treatments that last a few hours and guarantee visible results. But the most comprehensive experience is offered by the Spa Journeys. For men and women, this programme offers a customised aesthetic approach, supplemented by healthcare, advice and a delicious lunch at the Café Spa.
FITNESS
KEEPING FIT ALL YEAR ROUND Located at the heart of the new spa, the Health Club provides an approach to well-being that is in keeping with the holistic spirit of Clinique La Prairie. It's membership gives access to the expertise of personal trainers, specialist doctors, dieticians and experienced therapists so that all aspects of care are dealt with over time. These customised and adapted programmes will enable members to leave with a healthy body and mind and improve their overall well-being in the long term. With state-of-the-art equipment and installations, comfort and services of the highest standards, sport no longer feels like an effort, it is more like a platform for guaranteeing your well-being and a better quality of life.
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deals with an international client list similar to that which he experienced in Geneva. It must be said that as he is proficient in the spoken and written use of English, French, German and Arabic, he is completely at ease with both local and international patients. Born in Casablanca in 1966, Dr Benchaou has devoted most of his life to medicine. After he completed his doctorate in Morocco, he went on to specialise in Otolaryngology and cervico-facial surgery in Geneva and then New York at the NYC Medical Centre, and the CHUV in Lausanne. He is tremendously appreciative of the multidisciplinarity of his practice. That was also one of the strong points of his experience at Clinique La Prairie. At the Vertigo exploration centre that he has recently established in conjunction with the neurology department, he is able to fully appreciate the very positive collaboration of the Medical Centre.
NEWS
DEVELOPMENTS
EXHIBITION
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE
SCULPTURES AND NATURE
Following the complete transformation of its spa, the creation of a new therapeutic pool and the renovation of some of the rooms of the Residence, Château and Medical Centre, Clinique La Prairie is continuing to invest in its infrastructure.
Every three years, in the hills above Montreux, a beautiful and singular event takes place. Swiss artists are invited to create a piece of work in relation to a given theme which will be installed undercover. In Bex, a small village renowned for its salt mines, the green and rolling landscape offers a wide range of viewpoints and lively walkways. Whether due to its paths, meadows, caves or overhangs, the site in itself is of great interest. But from June to October, its hilly surroundings stage the most significant outdoor Swiss contemporary sculpture exhibition. 50 artists display their exceptional work at this gathering which takes place in situ and deals with the theme of Emergence.
ATYPICAL PARTNER Extension work got underway this spring which aims to extend the radiology departments and to create a VIP access to the underground car park. This is a very ambitious project which will take18 months to complete. Once finished it will enable Clinique La Prairie to develop its underground areas and improve the welcome afforded to patients. Clinique La Prairie has an impressive track record in developing new projects. Therefore this necessary work will ensure that our future is every bit as golden as our past.
This year, the Montreux Jazz Festival is launching a new kind of partnership specifically geared towards the companies of the region: the MJF Atypical Partners. Designed to establish a regional network of support and skills, this concept gives the partners the chance to come together and enhance their local and international standing. Along with a dozen or more leading companies from the region of Montreux, Clinique La Prairie has supported the initiative and it will be present in the VIP area throughout the duration of the festival. By endorsing the festival, Clinique La Prairie is supporting an important and creative concept and in so doing is reaffirming its commitment to the region. By the same token, the clinic's patronage, underlines its commitment to the arts and a shared vision of excellence and hospitality.
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Bex & Arts from 1 June to 5 October 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 19:00 p.m. www.bexarts.ch
Š David Gagnebin-de Bons
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Mournir ZiadĂŠ
Between two worlds As a rheumatologist at Clinique La Prairie, Dr Mounir ZiadĂŠ is fascinated by the movements of the human body, art and his patients. This 46-year old doctor was brought up in Lebanon before pursuing his career in Switzerland. Looking back over an unusual journey. Text: Laetitia Wider, Photos: Vanina Moreillon
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eeing the world through the eyes of Mounir Ziadé is like embarking on a journey to the East. As you fly over the Mediterranean, the hilly surroundings of Mount Lebanon suddenly appear on the horizon. You land not far from rue Hamra, at the very heart of Beirut, somewhere towards the end of the 1960s. This was the birthplace of Doctor Ziadé. He is one of five siblings though he is neither the eldest nor the youngest. This was obviously one of the reasons why he felt the need to stand on his own two feet, perhaps more so than the other men in the family, and not to follow in the footsteps of his father, who was admired, feared, respected and defied. “My father didn't want me to study medicine. That may have something to do with the reason why I chose this path” admits the rheumatologist, who is still amused by the anecdote.
talk about. “First there was distant street fighting and then the planes were flying very low over Beirut and made a deafening and horrifying din. It was the start of the war.” People keep the details of it to themselves. The doctor prefers to look back at the event that he readily describes as the platform from which his vocation was established. He was 15 years old and his grandmother had reached an age where the years are measured in terms of weight rather than number. Time had caused this beloved grandparent's back to become stooped. “My cousin, who was an orthopaedic surgeon, had claimed that it would have to be operated on to straighten it up. But my dear 85-year old grandmother did not want this planned operation without her consent.” The 15-year old teenager defended the corner of his grandmother. He attempted to convince his father that it would be better to ensure that the old lady lived her final years in comfort and free from pain. His insistence finally won through. The instinct of the rheumatologist had just been born.
You can sense that he is somewhat reserved when you talk to him about his childhood, and more generally his private life. In Doctor Ziadé's office, there are no personal items, let alone photographs. “I have always thought it was strange to put up a photo of your children at work.” The only personal touch comes in the form of his uncle's desk, the painter Fadl Ziadé, of whose work he is an admirer. Born to a Muslim Lebanese father and a Catholic Franco-Swiss mother, the education of the young Mounir was a conservative one at the Jesuits in the heart of this multi-confessional Beirut. “My father taught me to respect the plurality of religion. This education is a source of richness that I carry with me to this day” states the Muslim doctor who does not drink alcohol and does not eat pork, but who voluntarily attends church from time to time. Back then, the young boy enjoyed the comings and goings which characterised his days in the large family household. “In Lebanon, houses are open, people go in and people come out and in the meantime, people speak aloud and eat and the air is filled with a sense of enthusiasm. Perhaps life is a little more hectic there than elsewhere. In fact he noticed a marked contrast between Switzerland and his homeland. “I wondered how people could live and die in such serenity.”
This, however, would not prove to be his first step in medicine. There would be doubts and even misgivings along the way. As a fifth year student of medicine at the Université Joseph Fourier Grenoble I, the young man wanted to give it all up. “The attitude of one of our teachers, who was an absolute genius, was so contemptuous and racist towards other students that I wanted to pack it all in. How could a person reach this level of excellence and also have such an abominable attitude to human relationships? that did not tie in with the vision of medicine that I had.” Finally, he decided to take a year out and he enrolled at Sciences Po, where he studied one of his passions, art history. “When you study medicine, it takes up all your time. This break was a god-send.” He eventually resumed his paediatric haematology internship where this role model, loved by children, would blossom. But after a few years, Mounir Ziadé, still a young man, felt the need to challenge himself. It was then that he joined the anaesthesia and resuscitation unit of the SMUR of Grenoble. He spent one and a half years providing assistance to people affected by everyday major and minor incidents. It was an enriching and exhausting experience. “I became Middle Eastern again. There is a saying that people live for a reason. But I couldn't face it on a daily basis again.” That is when he turned to
He suddenly has a sombre look on his face. The childhood and teenage years of a boy born in 1968 in Lebanon were also marked by war. Wars that last a long time and, like all others, are unspeakably brutal. Memories that have accompanied him ever since. These aren't things you
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rheumatology. He was active for a period at the Rheumatological Hospital of Uriage before he started a family in Lausanne. His decision to turn to rheumatology reminds him of his admiration for mobility. He then goes on to talk about the Walking Man of Giacometti: “The piece of work is light and fine!” And he remarks that he would love to purchase a work of the sculptor. Since he came to French-speaking Switzerland in 1999, Doctor Ziadé has greatly broadened his horizons. He contributed to the launch of the rheumatology department of the Medical Centre of Lavey-les-Bains. He trained in the technique of osteo-articular ultrasonography in Berne before he became chief resident at the Hospital of la Broye. He then established the rheumatology department of the university outpatient department of CHUV where he would produce many medical appraisals, among other things. He describes these years as “rich in terms of the people he met and the experiences he enjoyed”.
“My father didn't want me to study medicine. That may have something to do with the reason why I chose this path.” In 2007, Clinique La Prairie became multidisciplinary and Doctor Ziadé was the first specialist to join. He very quickly found his feet in the highly international atmosphere of the Clinique. “One day, you have an examination in English and the next day in Arabic. Patients who come here have very often consulted with leading specialists. They expect a certain level of excellence from us. It is very stimulating and we work in tremendous surroundings.” Since his arrival, he has helped to establish a day hospital, and wishes to further extend the collaboration between rheumatology and other disciplines such as sports medicine or, more surprisingly, dermatology, ophthalmology or even psychiatry. “We are lucky that we are a multidisciplinary team at the service of our patients.” And Dr Ziadé is very fond of his patients. “We have a social duty towards them; they come to us when they need our help” he says. So is the life he leads today in keeping with the dreams he had when he was a 15-year old boy? “Almost! I would like to spend more time with my family and friends. I would sometimes like to take my foot of the gas. But I think I am a sort of workaholic.” Born between the East and West, this father of four is used to paradoxes. More than a dichotomy, it's an identity.
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Vitra
CULTURE
combining the best of and architecture
The region of Basel, on the border between Switzerland and Germany, is the place in which Vitra, currently one of the most famous furniture designers, has established. Each year, 300,000 visitors flock to the Vitra Campus, which is also home to the production site of the brand. It represents the opportunity to discover the creations of the firm and also to gain an insight into the very best that contemporary architecture has to offer. Text: Sylvie Ulmann
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n Basel, to get to the Vitra Campus, you have to take a bus from the centre and follow the roads into the countryside just on the other side of the border in Germany. Once you are there, all of a sudden, in the pretty surroundings of fields and cherry trees, an elegant polished steel frame stands on the side of the road indicating that we have reached your destination. This bus shelter is as simple and efficient as all the creations produced by the firm. And, like all the buildings of the site, it was designed by Jasper Morrison, one of the greatest designers this century has produced.
design
This architectural park was not established by chance: at Vitra, the link with the best designers goes back a long way, to the 1950s when this company was founded. At that time, the company's activity was dedicated to the layout of commercial space, a branch of activity in which it continues to excel to this day. Willi Fehlbaum, the native of Berne who founded the company with his wife Erika, originally from Fribourg-en-Brisgau, was looking to diversify its activities. That is where his interest in the work of creators such as Isamu Noguchi or Charles & Ray Eames stems. He hit the jackpot as their creations are still icons in the design world today. He very quickly decided to produce their furniture. Things fell into place as the Fehlbaums owned a piece of land very close to Basel, on the German side of the border, in Weil am Rhein. That is where the first Vitra factory would be built while the administrative affairs of the brand remained on the Swiss side in Birsfelden.
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But in 1981, drama struck as a major fire reduced the whole production site to ashes. Without a thought of dismantling the site, Rolf Fehlbaum, boss of the company and son of its founder, had the great idea that the very best of the design world should go hand-in-hand with the very best of the architectural world. He engaged the services of the Englishman Nicholas Grimshaw, whose work he admired, to create the new factory. Within six months, he had erected a huge building whose façade, covered in corrugated iron sheets, seamlessly blended into the surrounding nature, and in so doing the first “stone” of the Vitra architectural park had been put in place. This location is now home to production and showrooms. A red-brick building stands opposite; it was designed by the architect Alvaro Siza and constitutes a throwback to the traditional factories of the 19th century. Behind that is the fire station. Completed in 1993, its purpose was to prevent the drama of 1981 from re-occurring. It has now fallen into disuse and is presently open to visitors and stages events, but it is particularly the premier building bearing the signature of Zaha Hadid. It is also the strangest of the whole campus. There is not a single straight line and you need a strong stomach if you're walking around it!
Behind the metal sheets of the Grimshaw building, you discover an impressive disk of concrete which is a genuine masterpiece of austerity. The Japanese of the famous firm Sanaa completely covered it in 11-metre high acrylic glass corrugated panels. When you take a look inside this vast area of space through the opening, the figure of a cherry tree is framed on a sky blue background. And as you follow these trees, you access the conference pavilion of the Japanese Tadao Ando. To achieve this, he devised an angular pathway which calls out for you to enter the structure. What is surprising is that, on the outside, the building is completely angular, but on the inside, shapes are predominantly curved. And there is total silence. Outside, the cars pass by in their droves on the other side of a wall, like in a film. There is also a sense of weightlessness. When you return to the entrance of the Design Museum, a completely disintegrated building bearing the signature of Frank Gehry stands where temporary exhibitions are held. The detour is worthwhile not only on account of the quality of the exhibitions but also because you have the chance of discovering this space which is as strange as it is fascinating. The visit comes to an end at the Vitra Haus, designed by the architects Herzog and de Meuron. With its structure based on small stylised houses, which are presented in note pad form in the store located on the ground floor, this huge building has become emblematic of the Vitra Campus. A showroom which displays the creations of the firm showcased in glazed areas that offer so many breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the campus occupies four floors. And if you feel the imperious urge to purchase an item, as is often the case, all you have to do is order it there and then and it will be delivered to your most local Vitra point of sale!
The legendary “Wire Chair” Any visitors that come to the Vitra Campus by bus can take a seat in a “Wire Chair” which characterises the site bus shelter. Created in 1951 by Charles and Ray Eames, this welded chromium wire chair which is fit for use indoors or outdoors, is a direct descendant of the famous “Plastic Side Chair” which was launched by the duo a few years earlier. With these models, whose shell can be assembled to a number of bases, the Eames conceived a piece of furniture created, admittedly, in an industrial style but also a customisable style. A genuine revolution.
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The VitraHaus, emblem, of the Vitra campus. built by the Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron.
The warehouse of the Vitra factory and its ramp; a throwback to 19th century manufacturing by Alvaro Siza.
The Vitra fire station of Zaha Hadid
The storage hall created by the Japanese firm Sanaa.
PROGRAMME
Better Mobility.
THE MOVING
BODY
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Every person, regardless of age or level of training, should have the chance to enjoy physical exercise, a source of pleasure and energy. By focusing on the locomotor system, Clinique La Prairie specialists have developed the Better Mobility programme. Customised care specifically dedicated to the body and movement. Text: LĂŚtitia Simon
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otor control and mobility are precious assets that should be taken care of throughout our lives. These functions also play predominant roles in maintaining health and longevity. Keeping physically fit, maintaining endurance and balance, strengthening muscle and improving flexibility on a regular basis are essential activities for our well-being. However, a health-related problem or an accident may unhinge this balance. The consequences may come in the form of a gradual loss of coordinated movement, the onset of pain and a change to your general condition. To resolve these health-related problems, it is essential to assess the damage and take suitable therapeutic measures. With this in mind, therapists at Clinique La Prairie have implemented the Better Mobility programme specifically dedicated to the body during movement and the locomotor system. The concept Developed by the rheumatologist Dr Mounir ZiadĂŠ, and physiotherapists at Clinique la Prairie, this one-week programme offers comprehensive customised care. The inter-disciplinary approach means that the needs of each patient can be fully met. Therefore, a wide range of patient issues can be dealt with regardless of their age or physical condition. Notable improvements are achieved with the programme. Let us take spinal dysfunctions such as backache, also known as dorsodynia or lumbalgia, tendinitis or ligament deficiencies. More generally there is aversion treatment linked to prolonged sedentariness (lack of activity) or an injury secondary to a trauma.
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PROGRAMME
equipped with the latest technology in terms of magnetic resonance imaging. Moreover, patients benefit from interdisciplinary care given that they are monitored, whether they are in the gym, the spa having a massage, in consultation with the ORL or even at the restaurant. At all times, relevant staff at the clinic, whether medical practitioners or the Spa's therapists are fully aware of an individual patient's specific needs.
The objectives The week begins with a thorough medical check-up conducted by the rheumatologist and carried out in conjunction with the physiotherapist. The clinical data collected will provide a quantitative and qualitative assessment of the patient's needs. Furthermore, realistic targets are agreed with the patient. Every effort is made by the physicians to explain the necessary treatment and procedures so that the patient is involved and in part responsible for his own recovery.
The results The week culminates with a second assessment at which point improvements and progress are highlighted and discussed. Following this appraisal, a full medical brief is offered, outlining procedures conducted, general medical observations and results. This comprehensive medical
The treatment Based on the results of the initial assessment and under the supervision of the rheumatologist, the programme involves two daily sessions with the physiotherapist,
Essential tools for well-being. undergoing physical exercise at the Health Club (fit- report provides patients with a valuable tool to ensure ness) and in the Spa. The therapists provide support that follow-up activities are put into practice. and encourage patients' efforts so that they can see vis- Aside from the immediate beneficial results of the medible improvements and take encouragement from the ical assessment and therapies administered during the progress they have made. Furthermore, patients often programme there are far reaching benefits to a patient's respond in ways which they never thought possible, overall well-being and general health in the long term. which is really motivational. Improving balance and dexterity of movement and increasing strength, endurance THE PROGRAMME INCLUDES and suppleness of joints and limbs is the Six nights full-board from Sunday to Saturday. key goal. Many methods are employed to A medical check-up including laboratory analysis and ECG. achieve results such as using the therapeutic Two assessments at the start and end of the stay with the pool for exercising which is a great way of rheumatologist and physiotherapist regaining fluidity of movement without pain Daily monitoring by the attendant physician and nursing care 8 sessions lasting 45 minutes with a physiotherapist or constraint. An interdisciplinary approach Medical consultations and additional care are available to patients. It is possible that disturbed sleep patterns, poor diet or stress are factors of a patient's condition, all of which are thoroughly explored at assessment stage. Medical advice is offered regarding on-going psychological assistance as well as dietary follow up. If medical imaging examinations are recommended, Clinique La Prairie is
A Technobody assessment (measurement and report) On-demand diet follow-up Customised advice at the Aesthetic Medicine Centre and the Beautymed Space Choice of five high-touch care sessions lasting 60 minutes Three adapted cardio-training personal training sessions Group fitness and aquagym classes (on demand) Access to the fitness room, the pool, the sauna, the hammam and the Jacuzzi Limousine transfers to and from the airport or station Policy of non-alcoholic consumptions
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igel is 56 years of age. He suffers from ankylosing spondylitis, a degenerative inflammatory disease which causes chronic lower back pain and a stiffening of the spine. In October 2013, he took part in the Better Mobility Programme at Clinique La Prairie. He speaks about his unprecedented and eye-opening experience. Where did you hear about this programme? An article in the Daily Telegraph about the new Spa of Clinique La Prairie gave me the idea of going to a well-being retreat for a week with my wife. But my health deteriorated and I had to find a programme better suited to my condition. The Better Mobility Programme seemed like the best option.
How were you welcomed at the Clinic? I went on my own without any idea of what to expect. It was a bit daunting but as soon as I met the driver, who was really enthusiastic and told me a whole bunch of incredible stories about the clinic, I knew that this trip would be nothing like I had imagined. Then, I met the extremely attentive and responsive welcoming staff and the quality of care never once dropped off throughout the entire week.
The physiotherapist Grégory Wiesner
Personal experience
“I HAD NO IDEA
Had you set yourself any targets before you met the medical staff? Yes. I really wanted to reduce the amount of medical drugs and painkillers that I was taking every day. I had just undergone heart surgery at the time and with the spinal pain to boot, it meant that I was taking a hefty portion of drugs every day. With the help of Dr Ziadé, the rheumatologist, and the work I got through during the week, I was able to reduce my intake by 60%!
Did you therefore learn anything new about yourself and your physical condition? Yes. So much! I learnt how to better assess my condition and to understand what is wrong, but also positive aspects, such as the physical abilities I knew nothing about. I also discovered things which improved my condition (exercises, diet, postures, etc.) and others that I practised but which were not suitable for me.
As you are used to seeing doctors and undergoing treatment, how was this experience different in your opinion? During the week, there were many things I had never experienced before, but I was most surprised by the fact that there were ways to assess my health problems and quantify them. Dr Ziadé and Malcolm, the physiotherapist, did not simply ask me where the pain was, they measured essential data to define my status at any given moment of time. That is so important because with this kind of affliction, there is a great sense of empiricism and every time I changed physio, I had to start from scratch. I now have specific data which I can use as a benchmark as I monitor the way in which my illness evolves.
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Did you not find your programme too tiring as it went on? What with the physiotherapy sessions, the physical training and the medical consultations, it was very intense but very stimulating. The therapists encouraged me to push myself further than I could have imagined. It is true that it's challenging but it's also very gratifying to discover that you have new capabilities. What's more, if you supplement it with other activities, you end up having a very enjoyable week.
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WHAT TO EXPECT� So you had time to do other things? As treatment only takes up part of the day, I was able to go to the spa every day, I had massages and I was also able to rest. I even had time to read a book. I also held a consultation for aesthetic surgery that I had been thinking about for a while but I never took the time to make further enquiries. It's very practical to have all the specialists under the one roof! When you place your health in the hands of specialists whom you don't know for a whole week, should you feel vulnerable? That's right, but they do everything they can to make you feel comfortable. For instance, there is a clear understanding between the therapists and the doctors, and the care is provided in a totally transparent way and with lots of dialogue. Moreover, everyone seems genuinely concerned about your health and the way in which you want to take care of yourself so confidence is established very quickly. Ultimately, everyone is open-minded
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and respectful which means that focus is placed on the person you are and not only the illness you have. Would you be willing to repeat your experience? If money wasn't an issue, I would go back every year (laughs). After this week, I felt I was in control of my body, a far cry from the way the illness makes you feel. The examination is very positive and I really like the thought of going back knowing exactly what it is all about. I would be able to compare my performance with previously recorded data which would be very interesting. Who would you recommend this programme to? To everyone! Whether they have health problems or not; to anyone that would benefit from learning more about their physical condition or from discovering their strong and weak points and from learning about self-improvement. It's a form of preventive medicine and there is no limit on how much good it can do you...
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FACES
You can start taking care of yourself no matter how old you are. You need to have the means to set yourself targets and envisage what your life will be like beyond the next ten years. And health is one of the most important aspects of this. This is understood by the men and women at the peak of their fitness who opt to take part in one of the Clinique La Prairie programmes. Be good to yourself now to guarantee a robust future. The future is serene if age is no longer a constraint. By Vincent Michoud, Photos: Pierre Vogel, Vanina Moreillon
THEIR HEALTH, THEIR AURETTE ARKAS, 62 YEARS OF AGE, GREECE
Clinique La Prairie has a worldwide reputation but it was my brother who took me there for the first time. I had only received medical treatment on a few occasions, but I was immediately impressed with the place. I came back two years ago for Revitalisation which did me the world of good. Unlike the people around me, I have never had any health problems at all. That's why I intend to keep coming back. Their professionalism, the quality of the services and the welcome and the beauty of the place pretty much make for a perfect experience. I really enjoyed this stay because of the new spa which is sublime. The pool, the sauna and several treatments provided an effective relaxing dimension to my programme which I really appreciated. And I am always delighted to be back in Switzerland.
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ANDRÉ MARCHANDISE, 66 YEARS OF AGE, BELGIUM
I have been living life to the full since I went to the retreat in Switzerland. Between sponsorship activities, psychoanalysis studies and hours of rambling, time seems to go faster now than it did in the past. To fully realise my dreams for an even longer period, I checked in to Clinique La Prairie for the first time. Last year, I did something similar at another establishment which was not to my liking at all. But this is a completely different story; I was really impressed by the supervision, the professionalism and the efficiency of the doctors. Everything is in place to establish a relationship of long-lasting confidence with patients; it's a really pleasant experience.
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HASMIT POPAT (48 YEARS OF AGE), USA
Businessmen often overlook their health. But it's the best investment they could ever make! My work means that I have to travel a lot and I have to be mentally and physically at the top of my game to meet the usual everyday challenges. This is the second time that I have received Revitalisation treatment at Clinique La Prairie. This treatment brings more energy and dynamism to my life. In the same way as nature regenerates, I generally register for this treatment in spring in this picturesque picture-perfect setting. I then make a conscious effort to look after my body throughout the year, because the secret to vitality and longevity is regularity!
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LUCY ZHU, 59 YEARS OF AGE, CHINA AND SOUTH AFRICA
Having worked for more than 10 years at a hospital in China, I feel qualified to comment on the skills of the doctors of Clinique La Prairie. They provide many details on all kinds of aspects of your health and advise you on the best ways to keep in shape. I now live in Johannesburg and I am making the most of my Easter holidays to enjoy a week of Revitalisation. It's also a good chance to travel to Europe and visit some of Switzerland's spectacular regions. I am having the treatment for the second time in four years and I hope my iron constitution will continue. My immune system is actually so strong that I never get ill any more and I now feel less tired too. Furthermore, the restaurant of the clinic now offers excellent Chinese cuisine which makes me feel right at home.
“This treatment brings more energy and dynamism to my life�
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Armin Mattli
TRIBUTE TO A VISIONARY
In June 2013, Armin Mattli, who was Chairman of Clinique la Prairie from 1976-2010, passed away at the age of 88. It is now time to pay a proper tribute to a visionary entrepreneur, an outstanding leader of people, and to describe some of his many achievements. Text: Lætitia Simon
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ake your life a dream, and a dream a reality”, the quotation by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, has been chosen by the nurses of Clinique La Prairie to pay tribute to their much loved employer. They recognise that the clinic today is just how he dreamt it would be having been involved in every aspect of its design, the quality of its superlative services, and in the way he enhanced its distinctive identity and exceptional international reputation. And all this while succeeding in preserving a strong family-oriented ambience. A Visionary When he first arrived at the clinic in 1976, Armin Mattli was aware that it was already renowned throughout the world for its work in the fields of anti-ageing and Revitalisation, otherwise described as cellular therapy. The process was first created in 1931 by Dr Niehans, the founder of the clinic, and is known to have benefitted Pope Pious XII, along with many other international luminaries, opinion formers and celebrated individuals over the past 80 years.
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Wising to capitalise on the clinic’s existing successes, Armin Mattli set about an ambitious plan to turn Clinique La Prairie into an establishment of unrivalled excellence which, after 40 years, is now a reality. His vision and business acumen illustrate how far he was advanced in his perceptions of what would make the ideal, multi-disciplinary, medical spa, and one which would offer a wide range of skills, expertise and quality of service. Indeed nothing less than a world leader. Gaining much financial expertise while setting up businesses in El Salvador, and overcoming the challenges of creating viable and commercially profitable enterprises in that country, Armin Mattli, discovered that one of the most important ingredients was to bring together the best people. This he did with considerable skill at Clinique La Prairie where he selected a team of individuals who together would become a well-honed machine
As a pioneer in all areas of the hotel and medical industries, Armin Mattli was always coming up with innovative ideas.
The Power of Revitalisation From his first visit to the clinic, Armin Mattli was fascinated by the power of Revitalisation, and sought to understand its effects and to extend its benefits. With the help of Professor Christiaan Barnard and the clinic’s laboratory chief, Gerard Fontaine, he developed and launched the La Prairie anti-ageing skin care range. The products, using the same principles as cellular therapy, were highly successful, and were later sold to another company.
tion. Now validated scientifically, the sources of the Revitalisation treatment have been identified and patented, totally to the credit of Armin Mattli. The spirit of Clinique La Prairie At the same time as the fight for legitimacy and recognition progressed, the clinic’s chairman fronted a number of projects, among them an undertaking - essential in his eyes, and particularly ambitious - to raise the overall standard of the clinic’s facilities to the highest possible level. He did this to ensure that when clients visited, they would have an exceptional experience like no other in the world. He also had a strong vision of what clients would expect in future in terms of luxury, comfort, convenience and service. In this he was totally accurate in his predictions. His ideas also concerned the importance of establishing excellent staff and guest relations, and how best to make visitors feel welcome and at home throughout their stay. Armin Mattli expected the very best from his employees in relation to issues of patient care. Indeed, he saw this as paramount, with staff trained to anticipate patient needs, making no distinction between VIPs and other guests. First and foremost, the human touch was instilled in all staff, a feature which continues to this day. The human touch was not only expected by Armin Mattli. He himself set the example by showing great generosity to
Clients are unique individuals with their own specific needs. His next, and most ambitious goal, was to ensure that cellular therapy and its benefits would be recognised at a scientific level. While always attracting some sceptics, Armin Mattli was determined to prove the process had scientific merit, and to do whatever it took to validate his faith in it. To this end, he joined forces with Professor Otto Westphal, an extraordinary visionary. Together, they founded the Scientific Advisory Board, a multi-disciplinary research group responsible for studying the effects of the famous treatment, and finding ways to further its evolu-
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Armin Mattli at the international launch of his cosmetic range in London.
His meeting with Dr Thierry Waelli, who became the medical director of the clinic, was an important turning point. Together they worked on creating a much larger multi-disciplinary project which was launched in 1991. It provided the clinic with a new dimension. On account of its operating theatres, radiology department and other specialised facilities, it is now worthy of the very best establishments. The Medical Centre, nonetheless, remains in a constant state of evolution, always seeking ways and means to add new skills and expertise. Expanding, improving, diversifying, always with a view to setting new standards, Armin Mattli belonged to a breed of entrepreneurs rarely seen today, a pioneer who knew how to lead with authority but also with a sense of humanity. Augusta, an employee at the clinic, who knew him for 20 years remarked, ‘People felt safe around him. They trusted him and were inspired by him, and knew in exactly which direction they were heading. He was an exceptional person to work for. Clinique La Prairie is now a unique place in the world. Steadfast, it continues its resolute rise towards an increasingly enhanced excellence.
his teams. He knew all his employees by name, and took a keen interest in their careers. He was always approachable and attentive to the suggestions and problems of every individual. He organised trips and staff parties from which no one was excluded. He held great respect for the nurses and chambermaids knowing that they often had most contact with clients whose stay at the clinic largely depended on them. He was renowned for his eloquent and colourful speeches in which he would regale his team with historical snapshots, anecdotes and tales about the clinic, and which would always end with his rallying cry of ‘¡Viva la revolución!’ Major achievements As far as Armin Mattli was concerned, Clinique La Prairie was more than just a concept. For him it represented a unique and tangible enterprise whose operations and facilities he would constantly seek to shape and mould. He was a pioneer in all aspects of the clinic’s development, looking to introduce innovative ideas both on the medical front and in residential provision. Under his enthusiastic direction, the clinic soon acquired a reputation for the excellence of its advanced medical treatments, preventative medicine, aesthetic surgery, wellbeing and gastronomy. The clinic’s health spa became the standard by which all others were judged. Among his finest projects was the creation of the Medical Centre which, by bringing together a plethora of medical disciplines and experts, rapidly set new standards. His idea was conceived with a view to supplementing a range of services which could be constantly upgraded, combined with a new medical wing to facilitate the introduction of skills provided by external specialists.
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A Man with a Big Heart From his early days in El Salvador, Armin Mattli maintained strong philanthropic beliefs. In 1986, he established a foundation, bearing his name, to help disadvantaged children in that country. The first action of the foundation was to construct in record time two fully-equipped hospital units for the victims of the San Salvador earthquake. Since the foundation’s inauguration, it subsequently became involved in further charitable work, building and supporting a nursery, distributing school meals, and providing medicines and paramedical equipment. Armin Mattli would be proud to know that the foundation he created preserves his memory by continuing to maintain the excellent project he started.
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VITAL
The causes of sleeping disorders are numerous and require a multi-disciplinary approach. The advantage of the Sleep Centre of Clinique La Prairie is that four specialists are brought together in a single room to set out the optimum care for patients. Text: Patricia Bernheim
Sleep well to live better
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leep is an essential part of our existence. The time we spend asleep - about a third of our lives - is essential for our physical and psychic recovery. When you are affected by a sleeping disorder, negative effects such as fatigue, irritability and concentration deficiencies become apparent. Over time, they can also contribute to the onset of metabolic and cardio-vascular diseases or depression.
particular cases, require surgical intervention. “But it can also be caused by excess weight. Changing your lifestyle, losing a few pounds and steering clear of alcohol and cigarettes can therefore considerably improve your night's sleep and your quality of life in the process without going under the knife.” Observing a respiratory or neurological anomaly Snoring and sleep apnoea can also be caused by anatomic problems. “Snoring is often due to a shrinking of the respiratory tracts which modifies the air flow. Apnoea occurs when these tracts are totally blocked. When deprived of air, patients then struggle to breathe” states Dr Staneczek.
A number of different reasons of a mechanical, functional or psychological nature may be involved in sleeping disorders. That is why the Sleep Centre of Clinique La Prairie brings together a multi-disciplinary team consisting of four specialists who are experts in this domain: an ORL, pneumologist, neurologist and psychiatrist.
In 90% of cases, an examination called a respiratory polygraphy detects any respiratory anomaly by recording specific respiratory signals. “By analysing these data, we are able to ascertain the way in which the snoring or apnoic patient sleeps, the oxygen levels in the blood, the heart beats and respiratory, abdominal and thoracic movements,” explains the specialist.
A patient's care begins with a consultation and a questionnaire about the patient's lifestyle and the way in which the sleeping problems manifest themselves. The statement of the spouse/partner also provides important information in terms of identifying the cause of the disorder. “The patient's situation is then assessed by the whole team before the individual patient is sent to see the specialists concerned”, explains Dr Staneczek, pneumologist and internist.
“Our approach means that each patient is provided with a personalized and tailored solution.”
Detecting a mechanical obstruction “The ORL examination is recommended in the event of snoring, which is often associated with sleep apnoea”, explains Dr Benchaou, ORL specialist. The endoscopy, carried out using a thin tube fitted with a mini camera, and the rhinomanometric study detect any mechanical obstruction of the nose, the rhinopharynx, the mouth, the pharynx, the base of the tongue and the larynx. This mechanical obstruction may be caused by large tonsils or deviated nasal septum which, in some very
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In 10% of cases, no respiratory disorder is detected. “When this occurs, a neurological examination called polysomnography enables us to record additional signals so that we can ascertain what happens at the various stages of sleep. It also provides data about the number and duration of apnoea or other problems that disrupt
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sleep” explains Professor Despland, neurologist. The examination consists of a night's sleep with electrodes attached to the head, the face, the thorax and the legs of the patient. Elastic bands are placed around the chest and abdomen to measure respiration. The analysis of the results enables a specialist to make a diagnosis and propose therapy. For Dr Staneczek, the most effective treatment for respiratory sleep disorders is without a shadow of a doubt the CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure). The device sends a flow of air under small pressure through the attached mask covering the nose, the nostrils or nose and mouth so that snoring and apnoea are prevented and restorative sleep is finally regained.
nap or practise a method of relaxation such as yoga or meditation to ease your mental burden” states Doctor Kravcenko (read box). This approach, which places the patient at the heart of the care and the close collaboration between the four essential specialists in sleep disorders, provides patients with a number of benefits. “It means that, on an individual basis, they are provided with a customised and tailored solution so that they can each regain restorative sleep and a better quality of life” concludes Dr Staneczek.
Treating distress If psychiatry represents the fourth pillar of care for sleep disorders, it is because these sleep disorders may also be the symptom of a depression or a state of anxiety or distress related to a post-traumatic stress. Over the long term, poor nights' sleep may result in depression. “The proposed treatment is tailored to the individual problem of each patient. Psychotherapy, sometimes associated with a plant-based treatment, a treatment of soporifics or anti-depressants, enables patients to obtain good results. You can also have an afternoon
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6 tips to get a good night's sleep • Avoid caffeine-based beverages after 5:00 p.m. • Have a light dinner • Do some form of physical activity throughout the day • Get up and go to bed at the same times • Avoid stressful activities before you go to bed (screens, work) • Arrange your bedroom so that it is pleasant and comfortable
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FITNESS
The body in 360째 At the heart of the new spa of Clinique La Prairie, the Health Club provides its members with an innovative and all-encompassing approach to regaining fitness. By enhancing individuality and the importance of meeting the needs of each person through customised programmes, this ultra-modern space brings together the services of experts and therapists for a well-rounded monitoring programme. Text: Leila Klouche, Photos: Mathieu Bernard-Reymond
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The Health Club of Clinique La Prairie provides a unique holistic approach, cutting-edge infrastructure and top-of-the-range services. It really gives you the impetus to guarantee your well-being and an improved quality of life.
eveloped on the basis of the latest research in the field of sports training, the Health Club combines the medical excellence of the clinic with cutting-edge infrastructure. Its all-encompassing approach to regaining fitness and ensuring well-being provides its members with continuous care and customised programmes. A team of medical experts, experienced personal trainers, dieticians and therapists is able to swiftly target the specific needs of each individual. In a quite splendid light-drenched setting with an unspoilt view of the lake and Alps, the members of the club have three working spaces at their disposal. A cardio and muscle training area, an area for functional training and a room for group classes and private sessions. Fitted with the very latest in fitness equipment, the Health Club presents, among other things, the Kinesis concept which enables its users to work on the fundamentals: endurance, core balance, strength and flexibility; and the TRX systems which provide comprehensive suspension training exercises, based on gravity and body weight. With a view to heightening the customisation and continuation of monitoring programmes, digital software has been created to assess the physical condition of the members and make it easier for them to contact the training team.
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Fitness
is not an exact science Since the idea of fitness was conceived, it has experienced many trends, and over the past few years, its accessibility to all has made this sport not clearly definable except by the individual practices of each and everyone. Evelyne Frugier, Health Club manager at Clinique La Prairie, comments on a few common assertions. Text: LĂŚtitia Simon
If you do regular sporting activity, a poor diet makes no difference FALSE
It is important to drink during exercise IT DEPENDS A person who consumes fluids throughout the day will not need to drink during exercise lasting an hour. On the other hand, someone who has drunk nothing prior to exercise is likely to get thirsty quickly.
One session of exercise three times a week is enough to keep fit TRUE That obviously depends on what you are looking to achieve. The ideal scenario would be to complete 20Â minutes of activity per day, but three times a week is better than nothing at all.
A balanced diet remains essential. The fact that you do not put on weight is not a sign of good health. Fresh food high in nutrients helps our body to function effectively.
Only cardio matters FALSE The body also needs strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, etc. Variety in the activities you do diversifies your experience.
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No coaching is needed for fitness training FALSE It is important that you are shown postures and exercises that are personally suited to you. The risk of making wrong movements is high and damaging. In addition, only a coach can develop the practice of fitness.
If I am already active during the day, I don't need to do any sport FALSE By modern standards, physical exertions at work and home are very much restricted. What's more, even for those of us who are on our feet all day long, sport helps to balance posture and strengthen the least exercised muscles.
Fitness is not only about losing weight TRUE Regular physical activity makes you feel better about who you are physically and mentally. Fitness, like any other sporting activity, slows down the ageing process and promotes health, well-being and even social relations!
Putting on weight builds muscle FALSE In order to build muscle, you have to work at it unerringly. As part of a balanced amateur practice, the muscle takes shape, strengthens but does not expand.
Strengthening your abs is a question of health TRUE The abdominal belt plays an essential supporting role. Your muscles protect your back and organs during exercise and guarantee effective support.
Too much cardio is dangerous TRUE Too much of anything is dangerous! You must know your capabilities and respect them. You must remember that the intensity of a sporting activity always depends on age and the way in which it is practised.
It is important to change fitness programme regularly TRUE The more varied, the better! Even if people enjoy doing the same exercises all the time, it is, however, much more effective to mix things up on a regular basis so that you get through a more comprehensive workload.
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Stretching is no longer recommended FALSE Stretching during training promotes extended movements in muscle strengthening. And stretches at the end of exercise help to relax and draw out the muscle after it has been worked. It is necessary if you do not want to lose flexibility.
D iscovery
A Journey on
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Lake Geneva
Founded 141 years ago, the General Navigation Company (CGN) is still traversing Lake Geneva unabated. Its eight waterwheel vessels, which make up the Belle Epoque fleet, are the pride of this age-old company. Text: Vincent Gillioz, Photos: CGN
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Bateaus-salon Italie II and Vevey motor-driven in Yvoire in 1955 (coll. D. Zuchuat)
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hat could be better than a cruise to discover the charms of Lake Geneva and its spectacular landscape between the Jura and Alps. To do so, there is no need to own or rent a yacht, the General Navigation Company (or CGN by its French abbreviation) has provided both tourists and locals with many tours or destinations since 1873, both along the Swiss and French banks of the lake. Whether you wish to visit a picturesque village for the day, taste the cooking of a Michelin-starred chef, simply do some shopping or go to work on the other side of the lake without getting stuck in traffic jams, the CGN vessels provide solutions to all needs all year round. The banks of Lake Geneva approached from the lake therefore take on a new dimension that it really makes the trip worthwhile.
so steamboats were built up until 1886, the CGN moved to the port of Ouchy in Lausanne in 1888, where it set up the workshops that remain there to this day. The outbreak of the First World War impacted on the development of tourism throughout Europe and Switzerland of course. After the conflict, the crisis of the 1930s and the emergence of the car meant that the company was unable to rediscover the aura that it enjoyed throughout its most successful years. During the Second World War, the public authorities even had to intervene financially to stop the company from going under. It was not until 1964 and the staging of the Swiss National Exhibition of Lausanne that the company was finally able to modernise and increase its fleet to meet growing mobility needs. A tradition maintained to this day And if the CGN, despite the difficulties that it has run into throughout its history, has always been able to adapt to the evolution of technology and the market, it has always remained faithful to its cultural heritage, and it continues to promote its very precious waterwheel vessels. Moreover, six of them continue to set sail on a daily basis and five are steam-powered. This is the most important Belle Epoque fleet in the world. The Simplon, the largest unit in service built in 1920, measures 78.5 m and can accommodate up to 980 passengers. It should be noted
Centenary Established by the merger of three companies, the CGN began its activities with eight vessels, including the famous Guillaume Tell, first Swiss steamboat built in 1823. It subsequently expanded at a constant rate in the same way as the palaces and railways which benefited from the rapid development of up-market tourism of the Belle Epoque. After taking over the shipyard of Morges where a dozen or
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Established by the merger of three companies, the CGN began its activities with eight vessels that the Vevey, L’Italie pending renovation work, and L’Helvétie now disarmed, have been equipped with a diesel engine whose driving power is transmitted to the wheels by electricity. This transformation was a real technological challenge in the 1930s that was magnificently overcome by the shipyard of Ouchy. In May 2013, on its 140th anniversary, the CGN organised a naval parade before the city of Nyon. More than 8,000 spectators flocked to the quays to catch a glimpse of this nautical ballet, led by La Suisse, the Company's flagship. “Lavaux and Château de Chillon” A cruise on board the steamship “La Suisse”. Completely renovated in 2009, this vessel was brought into service for the first time in 1910. With its 1st class magnificently upgraded living area and its legendary stern and bow figures completely covered in gold leaves, it is described at the most beautiful steamship in the world! Travelling on board “La Suisse” affords an amazing view of the vineyards of Lavaux, which is classified as a world heritage site by Unesco. Its itinerary presents the picturesque towns of the Riviera and the majestic Château de Chillon.
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The Montreux, oldest member of the squadron and built in 1904, was naturally included in the party. The Belle Epoque fleet was also honoured with the European Cultural Heritage award at the start of this year. Journeys through time There is nothing easier today than to enjoy these marvels of the lake, as they release the mooring ropes and set off on a journey lasting several hours on board one of these jewels. There are two daily departures for example in summer from Montreux to Saint-Gingolph and Geneva. It gives you the chance to discover the beautiful landscape the like of which is rarely seen, with, according to the chosen itinerary, a clear view of the vineyard of Lavaux, the Pre-Alps, Mont-Blanc or even the Geneva Water Fountain. And for those who are not so keen on navigation, it is always possible to admire the vessels en route or during a manoeuvre from one of the ports served by the Company around the lake. On windy days, the docking manoeuvres, requiring all the dexterity of the captains, are a thing to behold. Especially from the landing stages of the crowded harbour of Geneva.
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DĂŠcision SA
SWISS KNOW-HOW Specialising in the construction of race boats and the use of high-tech composite materials, a small company established in the region of Vaud, just a stone's throw from the famous EPFL, has recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. This anniversary is the chance for the whole team of DĂŠcision SA to proudly look back on how far they have come since 1984. Text: Vincent Gillioz, Photos: Eric Frigiere, Vanina Moreillon
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ome of the most effective sailing boats are made in Swiss workshops. Between the Alps and Lake Geneva, just a stone's throw from one of the most splendid vineyards in the country and a world-renowned university technological institute (EPFL) some of the most prestigious units in the history of sailing competition have been created. The photos displayed in the offices of Décision SA are testament to this fact. The history of the company founded in 1984 by Pierre Fehlmann and Bertrand Cardis is a real success story and one which promises further success to come.
such as Kevlar© or carbon with sticky or ill-smelling resins, the profession has now changed for the better and the application is largely unrelated to what went on in the past. The workers, wearing their white suits and cotton gloves, work on moulds processed by computer, in rooms where the ventilation and hygrometry are regulated. They use pre-impregnated fabrics, which are digitally cut, and then fired in an autoclave (pressurised furnace). “Our employees have evolved at the same time as the technologies, says Bertrand Cardis. Several of them, initially shipbuilders, have now become genuine specialists in composite materials and have joined the development team over the years.”
Guided by passion With its team of about forty people consisting of engineers, boat builders, and also mechanics or carpenters, Décision SA is able to produce parts made from composite mate-
TPT finer than paper The know-how most frequently developed by Décision SA in the past few years is the control of TPT. Thin Ply Tech-
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rials which are among the most high-tech in the world. And if its 1,600 m2 production surface area enables it to construct plane wings or boat hulls, the highly qualified team can automatically change scale and produce precision parts for the watch and clock or microtech industry. What makes this company so strong? The passion which has always been the driving force not only of its managers, but also of its employees. At one time or another, they have all been involved in considerable sporting projects. Pierre Fehlmann (who has now retired from the group) is well known to the Swiss for his achievement of five round the world races, while, as for Bertrand Cardis, as well as a round the world race, he has the experience of taking part in the Olympic Games. Ernesto Bertarelli, the famous businessman, winner of the America’s Cup with Alinghi, is a group shareholder and instils his entrepreneurial spirit almost as much as his passion for sailing.
Thirty years of the history of composite materials 1984 Construction of the Maxi UBS Switzerland which won the following year's round the world race with a crew. 1990 Construction of three Alalunga, super yachts of 22m, capable of cruising comfortably at more than 26 knots. 1996 Construction of 8 Maxis Grand-Mistral, a monotype series of course au large created by Pierre Fehlmann. 2000-2002 Construction of Class America Alinghi for the 2003 America’s Cup campaign. The SUI 64 wins the competition. 2004 Construction of the Décision 35, the large multi-hull class of the most active competition at that time on Lake Geneva. 2008 Construction of solar-powered electric aircraft Solar Impulse. 2013 Construction of the structures of seven ‘Volvo 65’ boats, with the monotype sailing vessels intended for the round the world race with crew, which will depart from Alicante in October 2014.
Constant evolution The Décision SA team has been able to evolve and meet any of the challenges asked of it. If people had to get their hands dirty at the start, by stratifying exotic fibres
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trand Cardis is the aeronautical industry. The Carboman group, a joint venture recently established with the French construction company Multiplast, should be able to conquer these new markets which precisely require the skills developed at Ecublens. “Combining a technology known as out of autoclave with TPT is very promising, Bertrand Cardis goes on to note, as it clearly represents a very strong area for development for our group. We hope to produce a POC (Proof Of Concept) yet again this year for the aeronautical industry and we are in contact with SAAB and Airbus for that purpose.” Swiss expertise extends far beyond chocolate and watches and Décision SA proves that you can be small and think big, and much bigger than any mountain too for that matter.
“Precision work requires specialist skills.”
nology is defined as a technique which uses carbon fabrics whose fibres are pre-conditioned in a factory according to the stress of the parts. “We work with fabrics weighing 25 grammes per m2” states Bertrand Cardis, who reminds us, for comparative purposes, that a piece of printing paper weighs 100 grammes per m2. “This precision work should be carried out in regulated conditions, and requires specialist skills.” For this purpose, Décision SA has a clean room, solely for the stretch forming of the fabrics in the moulds. Rigid hulls and winds of small Class-C catamarans, which won the Little America's Cup, have been created using this method. For this creation, Bertrand Cardis and his team won the innovation prize of the JEC European Composite Show at the beginning of the year. The aeronautical industry in the spotlight Although nautical tourism has always been a great passion, and in particular a way for the company to showcase its expertise, the industry geared increasingly towards composite materials now represents the greatest potential for development. Robot arms, microscope cases and even components for the clock and watch industry have already been created here. But the ultimate target of Ber-
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A Mercedes-Benz style engine craft Geared towards competition sailing boats, Décision SA has never, however, been resistant to engine-powered boats. As proof of this, three super yachts of the Alalunga type of 22 m and a Runabout for Lake Geneva were built by the team of Bertrand Cardis. Today, a limited series of luxury crafts of 14m Silver Arrows MercedesBenz Style, is currently being produced in one of the workshops of Ecublens. Any engine that is to display the characteristic seal of Mercedes-Benz cars is built using the most modern technologies.
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JAKOB HLASEK HERE AND NOWHERE ELSE After an outstanding sporting career, the former Swiss tennis champion has settled down in Blonay, just north of Montreux. A dedicated family man and highly-regarded real estate businessman, Jakob Hlasek has found a land he can now call his own among the vineyards, the lake and the mountains. Text: Leila Klouche, Photos: Nicolas Lieber.
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have found a place which suits me down to the ground.” That is first description given by Jakob Hlasek of this region of Montreux where he chose to start a family 17 years ago.
When he decided to retire, Jakob Hlasek was considered to be one of the finest players on the international circuit. Tennis is his great passion but he didn't want his level of performance to decline or be forced to quit the game. He is a man who is keen to have his destiny in his own hands, without waiting around for things to just happen. After 14 years of an intensive career and travelling around the world in every sense of the word, and living life out of a suitcase, the man known to his fans as Kuba wanted to find a base, build a home and settle down. He wanted to find a peaceful region without any fog in winter and strategically located: near to the slopes of Verbier which he uses all the time and not too far from Zurich were his parents still
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live. This place was Montreux, and when he discovered his house overlooking the vineyards and the lake, he knew that his new life was only just beginning. An ideal region “In Zurich, the fog really got me down. From here, I can see when it engulfs Lausanne and Geneva, but it never reaches here.” Perched on one of those terraces whose secrets are known only to the Lake Geneva Riviera, his house towers over the lake. The view is simply breathtaking. “I never get tired of this landscape. What's more, in Montreux, the orientation in relation to the lake is perfect as the sun sets right in front of us. It is an amazing daily spectacle.” In winter, it only takes him an hour to get to Verbier and his favourite slopes. And in summer, he has the water, the boat, the strolls to Dent de Jaman, mountain bike on the hillside, golf, and tennis of course. “There are so many activities to do and they are all on my doorstep. I don't want to go on any more holidays. The children like travelling but I could spend every
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summer at my home. If I lived anywhere else, I would come and spend my holidays here! (Laughs)”
dren into the life of the town he now calls home, the former champion appreciates the hospitality afforded by village life. “The locals are generous and hospitable. Even if I prefer red wine (in Pays de Vaud, the Chasselas reigns supreme, editor's note), I really do appreciate a good drinks reception which brings people together around a table. One of the great strengths of this country is its ability to come together to help others. I don't think that exists elsewhere. People are motivated by a whole range of the most diverse themes; they look to create funds, organise support meals
A new start When a friend - who is now his partner - showed him this chalet which was for sale, Jakob Hlasek knew that he wanted to live there. In 1997, he decided to retire from his career as a tennis player but he did not know where his life would take him. At 32, while some people are still leaving university, he was retiring. He personally undertook the
“If I lived anywhere else, I would come and spend work to transform this 100-year old building. He renovated practically the whole interior; he enlarged the windows; he slept in each of the empty rooms to gain an insight into how much sunshine they received and what their function was. He took to construction. A new vocation was born. “I had to give up my passion. Sport is not like music as you cannot carry on playing until you are 80. My involvement in real estate came about by chance. It will never replace the intensity of tournament play, but I really enjoy the work that is involved. I respect the professions involved in the construction of a house.” With his office 500 m from his house and with land scattered all over the region, Jakob Hlasek no longer needs to travel as part of his job. And as his family life is a top priority for him, that is a major advantage.
etc. It is very admirable.” And in actual fact, Jakob Hlasek is involved in a number of foundations in the region, including the Théodora Foundation which helps to relieve the suffering of children in hospital and the Casino Barrière Montreux Foundation which supports local projects.
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And what about tennis? Sport is here, it's everywhere. It's part of his life, but it remains a pastime. He encourages his children to “get off their backsides” and even if they are more athletically endowed than your average school kid, he does not push them to follow in his footsteps. He plays golf at the Golf Club Montreux in Aigle; he skies intensely and plays hockey in winter and he regularly goes for walks and rides his bike. Moreover, the region is absolutely perfect for these activities. “We climb the Dent de Jaman as a family, there are a lot of different heights and the landscape is stunning. As for rambling, les Pléiades
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The region is perfect for hiking. From the Dent de Jaman, the landscape is stunning.
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Nautical activities are ideal pastimes to share with your children.
EXPRESS BIO Born on 12 November 1964 in Prague. Comes to Switzerland at the age of 4 and grows up in Zurich Professional tennis player from 1982 to 1997 Best ATPranking: 7th in singles and 4th in doubles in 1989 Davis Cup Finalist in 1992 Captain of the Swiss Davis Cup Team from 1999 to 2001. He now lives and works near Montreux.
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are also a very fine destination.” And what about tennis? “Only non-competitive matches”, as for tennis exhibitions, he has the attitude of “thanks but no thanks”! Emotionally attached to the Montreux Tennis Club of Territet where he plays regularly, Jakob Hlasek still takes part in Swiss interclub tournaments. “Mainly so that I can play with my friends. And I love this club too. It's one of the oldest tennis clubs in Switzerland. The place is sheltered from the wind by large trees and its clay courts are among the best in the region.”
THREE EXCUSRIONS IN THE REGION: • I hardly ever miss an eveningat the Montreux Jazz Festival. I go to see concerts, where I simply take in the unbelievable atmosphere on the quays.
• I rarely watch television, but I go to the cinema quite often. In Montreux, Vevey, Lausanne and even Fribourg.
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• I love food and I often eat out at restaurants. The Riviera is full of fine eateries and I would be hard pressed to mention just one.
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IN Shape Having effective, simple and beautiful clothing and attractive and efficient equipment is the best way to ensure you will practise your favourite sport with a smile on your face. Designed to suit your life style, whether used indoors or outdoors, what can be of greater motivation for you to keep fit than an accessory or a new ultra-trendy item of clothing? By Lætitia Simon, Photo: Michel Riedi
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Maritime adventure Marine style has the wind in its sails. Its quiet elegance and its functional cuts give you the urge to travel. Stripes of course; but with summer, the sun gives colourful tinges to the classics. And the materials, light and flexible, are well suited to adventure. By Lætitia Simon, Photo: Michel Riedi
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Swiss design oozes colour
Daniel and Markus Freitag recycle tarpaulin to make famous handbags out of it. They are now also making really trendy covers for tablets.
Adrien Rovero designed this new line of garden furniture for Atelier Pfister, launched this spring. Such a warm series that you would be happy to have indoors.
In 1999, Alfredo Häberli came up with the idea for “Origo” crockery for the Finnish Iittala home. His creations were initially in white and then he had the idea for these stripes, which are still around today in a plethora of combinations suitable for all decorations.
You will recognise the official clock of Swiss stations, created in 1940 by Hans Hilfiker, with its second hand shaped like a railway guard's signalling disc. The company Mondaine offers a range of this design in the form of watches, alarm clocks and other wall or pocket clocks.
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The hi-fi chains bearing the signature of Geneva Lab appeal to audiophiles with the purity of their sound and to aesthetes with their uncluttered design. This season, the famous “all in one” is thinking big with this XXL version.
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The Sponeck Stuhl d'Eternit bears the name of its creator Julia Sponeck. It can be enjoyed both indoors and outdoors and its flashy colours are deliberate so that it responds to any fashion over time.
The most famous economical item was invented in 1947 by Alfred Neweczerzal, from Davos. Having become the king of the Swiss kitchen, it is available in gold this year.
When the Swiss delve into the world of design, they do so with the same zest and verve that they show when creating watches. The result is a range of furniture and objects with uncluttered lines, which define fashion and become instant classics. In the 21st century, they do not hold back on colour, thereby showing that though they were conceived last century they are still very much current. By Sylvie Ulmann
Thomas Merlo invented the Paper collector 25 years ago. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the elegant paper holder is available in yellow or fluorescent pink.
The LC2 was designed in 1928 by the trio Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand. Now, the Italian designer Cassina offers it in a range of colours. LC2 – Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina I Maestri Collection.
The Jambox of Yves Behar is no longer available. This cordless loudspeaker, which comes in several sizes and in a range of shades, has just become very small with the Mini Jambox.
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MUSICAL LANDS Switzerland is a country renowned for its warm welcomes and culture and is therefore naturally able to bring together and unite talented men and women. Could it be because of its really pleasant summer climate or its discreet sense of hospitality? Whatever the case may be, musicians love this country. And every summer, no fewer than 300 music festivals attract the biggest names from international music scenes for an enthusiastic public. Here is a small selection for you to enjoy. THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS VERBIER FESTIVAL From 18 July to 04 August 2014 Located at the heart of one of the most stunning ski stations in the Swiss Alps, this classical music festival has found a magic formula which unites musicians of a global standing and a number of young artists. With its two orchestral formations, its music academy and its student residences, the Alpine event is now staged at altitude where Isaac Stern's pupils include David Garrett and Renaud Capuçon. 2014line-up: Martha Argerich and the Verbier Festival Orchestra under the direction of Charles Dutoit; Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg and Stian Carstensen. www.verbierfestival.com
THE MOST FAMOUS MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL From 4 July to 19 July 2014 A little gem of the Lake Geneva Riviera, this festival shines far beyond the Swiss borders. All the big names of jazz, rock and rythm’n’blues know it well as they have already produced music there on at least one occasion. Founded in 1967 by Claude Nobs, the Montreux Jazz Festival has been growing ever since. It is recognised internationally and its activities are wide-spread. Its foundation for talented youngsters, its Montreux Jazz Cafés or even its audiovisual files provide a platform for the legend of a unique musical universe to live on. 2014line-up: Pharrell Williams; Stevie Wonder; Richard Galliano, Herbie Hancock & Wayne Shorter. www.montreuxjazzfestival.com
PLAYLIST > Concerto for piano No. 1, by Martha Argerich / Tchaikovsky (Deutsche Grammophon, 2005) > Göttingen (de Barbara), by Anne Sofie von Otter / Douce France (Naïve 2013) > Air (de J.-S. Bach), by Daniel Hope / Air. A baroque journey (Deutsche Grammophon 2009)
PLAYLIST > I wish I knew (How It Would Feel To Be Free), by Nina Simone Live at Montreux, 1976 > Beyond The Mirage, by Paco de Lucia, Al di Meola and John McLaughlin, (Verve 1996) > Know Who You Are, by Pharrell Williams / Girl (Sony Music 2014)
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THE OLDEST LUCERNE FESTIVAL From 15 July to 14 September 2014 In the summer of 1938, in the murky setting of Lucerne and its old picturesque town, a festival celebrating music was created under the direction of Arturo Toscanini. Summer after summer, for more than 75 years, the Lucerne Festival has brought together the finest orchestras and conductors from all over the world as well as instrumental and vocal soloists. Now, inside the KKL, a magnificent culture and convention centre bearing the signature of Jean Nouvel, the festival is still being staged and it is more modern and audacious than ever. 2014line-up: Barbara Hannigan ; Sergey Khachatryan ; Berliner Philharmoniker ; Unsuk Chin. www.lucernefestival.ch
THE MOST SPECTACULAR MENUHIN FESTIVAL GSTAAD From 17 July to 6 September 2014 Founded in 1957 by the amazing violinist Yehudi Menuhin, this festival is a tribute by the artist to the staggering scenery of Saanenland. With more than 60 concerts scheduled including world-class musicians in residence, themes dealing with contemporary disciplines such as dance and singing turn this picture-perfect region into a fascinating and spectacular stage for a period of two months. 2014line-up: Bobby McFerrin; Christian Zacharias; Isabelle Faust; London Symphony Orchestra. www.menuhinfestivalgstaad.ch PLAYLIST > Piano Quintet op. 44, by Christian Zacharias and the Leipzig String Quartet / Schumann. Piano Quintet; String Quartets (MDG 2010) > Glory, by Bobby McFerrin and Esperanza Spalding / Spirityouall (Masterworks, 2013) > op. 70 no. 2, by Isabelle Faust, Alexander Melnikov & Jean-Guihen Queyras / Ludwig van Beethoven, Piano Trios (Harmonia Mundi 2014)
PLAYLIST > Agnes and the boy, by Barbara Hannigan, Christopher Purves, Bejun Mehta, Rebecca Jo Loeb, Allan Clayton /George Benjamin : Written on Skin (Nimbus Records, 2013) > Fantaisie mécanique, by Stefan Asbury and Ensemble Intercontemporain / Unsuk Chin": Xi. (Kairos Music Production, 2011) > Violin sonata no. 2: Allegretto grazioso (quasi andante), by Sergey & Lusine Khachatryan / Brahms Sonatas (Naïve, 2013)
THE MOST SYMPHONIC MUSICAL SEPTEMBER From 28 August to 13 September Every year, this classical music festival assembles a selection of the best symphonic and chamber music ensembles, but also outstanding conductors, prestigious soloists and a pool of talented youngsters. Since 1946, from the Auditorium Stravinsky to the Theatre of Vevey, not to mention the idyllic Château de Chillon, the most beautiful rooms of the Vevey-Montreux region play host to a musical tradition of excellence for a period of three weeks. 2014line-up: Youth Orchestra of Bahia, Royal philharmonic Orchestra and Charles Dutoit, Marta Argerich, Radu Lupu, Ricardo Castro. www.septmus.ch PLAYLIST > La Suite anglaise No. 2 in minor BWV 807, by Grigory Sokolov - J.-S. Bach Goldberg Variation BWV 988 (Melodiya 2012) > Valse triste, by Pierre Amoyal (violin), conducted by Charles Dutoit - Sibelius Violin Concerto Finlandia (Erato) > Sonate K 27 in si minor, by Mikhail Pletnev /Domenico Scarlatti - Sonatas (Virgin Classics 2002)
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Programs The programs and treatments offered by Clinique La Prairie are designed to help patients learn how to better manage their health, find the balance necessary for a harmonious life and maintain their youthful vigour. The programs are either preventive or curative. They are therefore administered under medical supervision. Revitalisation program The exclusive Revitalisation program offered by Clinique La Prairie stimulates rejuvenation through deep revitalisation of the body. It is generally recommended from the age of 40 and its beneficial effects last between 12 and 24 months, depending on the individual. It can also be administered to younger patients in cases of severe stress or overwork. This genuine rejuvenation cure works by strengthening the immune defences to improve resistance to stress and infections, and aids recovery from disease and other health problems. Medical Check-up program The medical check-up offered by Clinique La Prairie is available to any patient seeking a full health assessment or a more thorough second opinion. An effective preventive healthcare program includes regular check-ups from the age of 35. These can help to identify any warning signs at an early stage, increasing the chances of successful treatment. Male and Female Beauty programs Throughout their entire history, humans have been fascinated by beauty. It is intimately linked to health, and to the harmonious balance of the body, mind and spirit. The Spa is a true haven of peace and tranquillity offering a full range of exclusive treatments to bring out your inner beauty. The perfect place to recharge your batteries.
Medical Weight Management & Spa program The exclusive Medical Weight Management & SPA concept offers a multidisciplinary approach under the supervision of a nutritionist, a dietitian, a personal fitness trainer, a psychologist, a masseuse and a beautician. It is designed for adults with weight-related health issues. Rebalancing program Are you suffering from fatigue, stress, frequent sleepless nights? Take a break before the symptoms worsen and sign up to our Rebalancing program to bring harmony back to your energy, body and spirit. You’ll leave this program feeling refreshed and revitalised, and equipped with effective tools enabling you to better manage and control stress and tension in your daily life. The Better Mobility program Over the years, the effects of age or an injury can make your body more sensitive to certain movements. Pain in the knee or the shoulder may put you off practicing sports such as skiing, tennis or golf. It is however essential that you don’t give up your stimulating physical activities that provide such a source of pleasure and energy. The Better Mobility program is a complete package, helping you to understand where your aches and pains come from and working your body in a targeted, precise way to make you feel comfortable and at ease during your work-outs.
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Medical services Clinique La Prairie offers a broad range of specialist consultations and surgical services. These all fall within the clinic’s general philosophy, which is to combat the effects of ageing and ensure a better quality of life. various relaxation techniques such as hypnotherapy or specialist massages. Our paramedical services include: Acupuncture, dietetics, hypnotherapy, medical analysis laboratory, physiotherapy and sophrology.
A routine, personal check-up Having regular check-ups from the age of 35 can help you to stay healthy by identifying any warning signs at an early stage and increasing the chances of successful treatment. That’s why any stay at Clinique La Prairie starts with a full health assessment. The standard check-up includes a detailed clinical exam, laboratory tests, a chest x-ray and an electrocardiogram. Additional procedures may include an abdominal ultrasound scan and other examinations as indicated by your doctor.
Anaesthesiology The 2 operating rooms at Clinique La Prairie include high-quality anaesthetic equipment for all types of anaesthesia. Whether administering general or locoregional anaesthetic, our team of anaesthetists is involved in various types of surgery, both general and outpatient, in particular orthopaedic, gynaecological, cosmetic, reconstructive and ENT surgery. Our team comprises 2 FMH (Swiss Medical Association) specialist doctors and 2 specialist nurses.
Surgery: An ultramodern operating facility Designed for patients who wish to receive their surgery in the exceptional comfort of Clinique La Prairie, the Medical Centre’s operating facility has two multi-purpose operating rooms equipped with: • laminar flow and high-performance anaesthesia equipment, • a prep room and a recovery room equipped for four patients, • two surgical consulting rooms. Specialities include general surgery, gynaecological surgery, plastic and cosmetic surgery, ENT surgery and orthopaedic surgery.
A broad range of medical services Clinique La Prairie now offers a vast range of specialist consultations and surgical services, all of which fall within the clinic’s general philosophy: To combat the effects of ageing and ensure a better quality of life. Our medical services include: Cardiology, dermatology and genitourinary medicine, endocrinology and diabetology, gynaecology and obstetrics, neurology, nutrition, ENT, pulmonology, psychiatry, psychology and rheumatology. An unrivalled range of complementary paramedical services Our Holisitc approach to patient health involves not only medical services, but often the integration of complementary paramedical services as part of a personalised treatment program. For this reason, Clinique La Prairie is constantly developing its range of effective paramedical services which, depending on the patient’s wishes or needs, may include acupuncture, yoga, sophrology or
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State-of-the-art medical imaging Occupying the entire lower ground floor of the Medical Centre, the Institute of Radiology covers 725 m2, with an extra 210 m2 of annexes. The Institute has its own reception area and waiting rooms. Following recent refurbishment, our Institute of Radiology is now equipped with state-of-the-art technology including MRI facilities and a 64-slice CT scanner, all in an exceptional treatment environment. Our highly qualified medical/technical team is trained in the very latest methods and performs high-quality examinations offering rapid results. Our imaging services include: MRI, 64-slice digital mammography CT scanner, ultrasound/Doppler ultrasound, digital x-ray, densitometry, digital orthopantogram, interventional radiology, digital archiving, examination preparation.
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Rooms and suites With its hotel-style service and palatial infrastructure, Clinique La Prairie offers a range of rooms and suites that meet the very highest expectations.
“The Residence” The Residence is the oldest building on the Clinique La Prairie site. Constructed in the early 20th century, it is linked to the Medical Centre by a delightful French-style garden. Each room or suite has its own garden-facing balcony.
Standard room All standard rooms in the Residence have a south-facing sunny aspect with a view over the lake. • Surface area: 25 m2 • Twin room • Balcony
Alcove room All the advantages of a standard room with an additional small lounge opening onto the garden and a very large balcony with loungers. • Surface area: 35 m2 • Twin room • Lounge area • Balcony
Junior suite Enjoy a stunning view of the garden and the lake from the large balcony off the living room. Exceptional space and comfort. • Surface area: 42 m2 • Twin room • Separate WC • Lounge • Balcony
Niehans Suite This attic suite features wooden furniture for a very cosy feel. Balcony facing the mountains. • Surface area: 46 m2 • Twin room • Attic lounge • Spacious bathroom with bath and shower • Separate WC • Balcony
Medical Centre The modern architecture of the Medical Centre, which opened in 1991, features contemporary glass façades which mirror and reflect the light from the lake and the mountains. The building houses 20 post-operative rooms, 2 junior suites and 4 suites situated on the top floor of the clinic.
Junior suite A very spacious suite comprising a bedroom and a magnificent lounge decorated in a clean, contemporary style. • Surface area: 65 m2 • Lounge • Bedroom with two beds • Two bathrooms • Bedrooms without balcony
Deluxe Suite The Deluxe Suite includes a large hall decorated with original artworks, as well as a very spacious lounge. The lake and mountains are partially visible from the balcony, which is situated at the corner of the building. • Surface area: 106 m2 • Lounge (with sofa bed) • Dining room • Bedroom 1: Double bed • Fully-equipped kitchen • Bedroom 2: Two single beds • Balcony • Two bathrooms • Separate WC
Prairie Suite Overlooking the clinic’s French-style garden, the Prairie Suite benefits from its own terrace – the perfect place to relax. The lounge, which features original artworks, has its own dining area. • Surface area: 58 m2 • Separate WC • Terrace • Twin room • Lounge
Royale Suite This light, spacious suite has a living room which opens onto a balcony offering a view of the lake and mountains. • TV room with sofa bed • Surface area: 149 m2 • Lounge • Bedroom 1: Double bed • Dining room • Bedroom 2: Two single beds • Fully-equipped kitchen • Two bathrooms • Balcony • Separate WC
Impériale Suite Situated on the top floor of the clinic in a peaceful, discreet setting, the Impériale Suite benefits from a private terrace offering a panoramic view of the lake and the port of Clarens. The suite has its own private lift. • Surface area: 181 m2 • Bedroom 1: Double bed • Bedroom 2: Two single beds • Lounge • Dining room • Bar • Fully-equipped office • Fully-equipped kitchen • Two bathrooms • Two separate WCs • Panoramic terrace • Two balconies • Private lift
The Château Situated at the top of the hill bordering Clinique La Prairie and overlooking Lake Geneva, the Château was built in the 19th century and fully refurbished in 2005. Now housing the clinic’s main hotel facilities, the Château is linked to the spa by an underground passage. The Château offers 24 attractive rooms and suites over 3 floors, with each decorated in a classical style. Most of the rooms have either a balcony or terrace offering views of the lake and the Alps. Adjoining rooms are also available.
Corner rooms Decorated in Château-style colours, these slightly smaller rooms offer all the comfort of a standard room. Their superb parquet floors make for a cosy atmosphere. • Surface area: 31 m2 • Bath with separate shower, or shower • Separate beds or double bed • Bedrooms without balcony
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Standard rooms The Château’s exquisite atmosphere is enhanced by its antique-style furniture in sculpted wood with gold leaf decoration. These spacious rooms offer stunning views of the lake and the Alps. • Surface area: 33 m2 • Bath with separate shower, or shower • 2 Separate beds or double bed • Balcony or terrace
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