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Over the coming months, in the run up to The International Design & Architecture Awards, which will be held once again in London at The Hurlingham Club, 25 September 2015, we will be giving you a sneak preview of some of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s short-listed designers and their projects. Although we wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be featuring projects in full until after voting has taken place, our regular Design Awards News section will enable you to see who has been short-listed for what and will perhaps whet your appetite a little, for additional project details to follow.

As you will know from previous years, voting will take place from mid August and be open for four weeks and as always the winners will be decided by you. It is hard to believe that this year The International Design & Architecture Awards will celebrate their sixth anniversary, time flies! This issue we are looking at some of the most inspirational design projects from designers and architects on a global scale; their work is as diverse as it is beautiful and inspirational. I love the broad base of design this issue, it is exciting and its spirit is quite exhilarating. Best, Joanne

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Teasing The Senses Kensington Mansion ďŹ&#x201A;at by RenĂŠ Dekker Design Limited

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Set on one of Kensington’s most exclusive garden squares, this listed mansion flat received a complete refurbishment from René Dekker Design – breathing new life into its tired interior. As recognition of its outstanding design, this Kensington-based property was a short listed project within the Interior Design Award – Residential £2.5£5 Million at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2013. Upon entering one is immediately struck by the textures and finishes which tease the senses. Exquisitely lacquered doors as smooth as glass, textured polished plaster expertly applied to expansive walls and delicate wall coverings abound throughout the interior, a common trait that runs through schemes commissioned to René Dekker.

“ Dekker worked closely with the architect and project manager to ensure that the finished product exceeded the client’s expectation yet kept English heritage agreeable. ”

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Originally one very large home, the building was transformed and subdivided into apartments many years ago when space was not the premium it is now. The apartment has been sympathetically laid out across 3,000 square feet, it has a spacious entrance hall leading in one direction to the principle rooms and in the other to the bedrooms. At the front of the residence and facing the square is the reception room with an adjoining eat in kitchen and a further study. To the rear are three bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms, a guest cloak room and a lobby. The property was built in the 1850s and despite the subdivision, retains many of its period features. These include wellproportioned skirtings, deep elaborate cornices and the mahogany entrance door; but the key feature that gives this space such presence is undoubtedly the proportions. When René Dekker was engaged as the interior designer, the building works were well underway – the challenge was now for Dekker to add the magic. Dekker worked closely with the architect and project manager to ensure that the finished product exceeded the client’s expectation yet kept English heritage agreeable. Furnishing included items from English Georgian from Chelsea Harbour who’s pieces perfectly complemented this period home.

never a problem getting exactly the right finish” says Dekker, “as long as you work with professional people who understand the value of the finished product.” To ground the scheme and keep it in context, Dekker used heavily gilded lamps from Porta Romana which all sit squarely on a contemporary silk and wool rug. Adjoining the reception room is the family eat-in-kitchen, separated when required, by full height oak and glass panelled doors. A far more modern affair, this room is the heart of the home, again with ample space, housing an eight seater table and chairs which do not encroach in any way on the flow of the room. The study is a modest but well-proportioned room just off the hall. Panelled in dark oak, this bespoke arrangement was designed with the client’s every need in mind. An L-shaped desk with storage and file drawers runs along two sides of the room while full height narrow bookshelves occupy the third elevation. The master suite made up of a generous bright bedroom, two walk in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. The bed is centrally located opposite the fireplace and sits elegantly within an architectural folly that had to be kept due to the listing. In order to fit a padded headboard into the niche, a series of individual panels were created and upholstered in taupe nubuck, as was the client’s original bed base. The colour palette is subtle but sophisticated in a symphony of taupes and accented with midnight blue. A beautiful linen wall covering has been hung here which softens the whole room and establishes a wonderfully calm repose. At the other end of the bedroom is the en suite bathroom which is bright and refreshing with its large window and marble cladding to the floor and walls. This is the ultimate escape with its large spa bath, walk in steam shower and double vanity.

The entrance hall is warm and inviting, and although classical in its detailing, it is refreshingly contemporary in its use of finishes. It flows off in two directions, fluidly linking the bedroom wing with the reception room through the use of a seamless pitted plaster finish on the walls and the random width and length oak planks that make up the floor throughout the apartment. Over scaled skirtings and detailed cornicing painted in crisp off white gloss are highlighted in blissful contrast to the cognac polished plaster.

When it comes to the children’s bedrooms, Dekker is somewhat of a seasoned veteran these do not disappoint. Creating a bedroom for a young 16 year old girl, who is keen to study fashion design, was a challenge to avoid predictability. The bedroom is vibrant and fresh with its use of tangerine and off white. Refined elements such as the deep buttoned ottoman and the contemporary take on a classical French bed, are juxtaposed with the almost cartoon like Fratelli Boffi desk chair,and make a great alternative scheme for a young Vivian Westwood in training. The boy’s room is also a dream blend of masculine ‘Ralph Lauren’ tones translated into a boyish scheme. Shades of charcoal, smoke and gun metal scatter cushions, not usually associated with a boy’s room, combine well with the faux fur throw and dark linen headboard.

The reception room is resplendent with its luxuriously finished walls, skilfully painted to look like aged silk. Dekker worked closely with renowned specialist decorators DKT to create this sumptuous blend of taupe, gold and pearl. The original sample was a small piece of water damaged silk that Dekker was determined to recreate on a large scale. “It’s

In an age of instant gratification, this home is a homage to subtlety. Delicate textures, restrained tones and luxurious finishes eagerly wait to be discovered, and woven into the very fabric of the design are the private treasures that make up the clients life. Understated elegance would not be a clichéd term when describing this home.

An Intimate Abode The Orchard Residence by Topic Studio LLP

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Topic Studio LLP was handpicked and selected by the developer – a joint venture between Capital Land & Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd among to create another show unit with a unique character in a residential development on top of the most iconic shopping mall in Orchard Road. The design concept for the 2459 sq ft residential unit on the 43rd floor has a simple but challenging brief, which is to reflect the status symbol of its affluent home owner, whom had travelled widely and experienced the cosmopolitan, upscale and luxurious properties in different parts of the world.

“ The challenge for Topic Studio when conceptualising the design was how the resident feels coming home after experiencing the hype and brands, and how the atmosphere transits into an intimate abode. ”

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The Singapore-based Topic Studio was recognised for its innovative design in the International Design & Architecture Awards 2013 with the spectacular Orchard Residence. The event – held at London’s prestigious Hurlingham Club in September 2013, saw over 350 short listed projects from leading designers and architects in thirty five countries throughout the world. The challenge for Topic Studio when conceptualising the design was how the resident feels coming home after experiencing the hype and brands, and how the atmosphere transits into an intimate abode. The Orchard Residence features handpicked furnishings specifically chosen by Topic Studio. This includes an impressive Baxter Potoro marble dining table, leather chairs to the left hand side of the entrance, a silky champagne carpet, a masculine Mobilidea black leather sofa in the living area and a spectacular double tier Barovier & Toso gold blown glass chandelier. The design studio also designed a back-lit translucent Alabasta panels, which can only be seen after one enters into the living room and looked

backwards. The back-lit panels transformed the living room into a stunning interior with gold stainless steel trimmings and bronze mirror subtly embossing the Barbara Berry side table well into the night, reminding that glitter and comfort can co-exist comfortably. The choice of colour and material palettes have been carefully selected and are effective in transforming the space subtly and consciously into a relax yet luxurious home. The warm tone of the gold and bronze steel and mirror offers the glittering effects different from that of white, crystalise and coldness that often associated with a different climate and region. There are 4 bedrooms to the apartment, where Topic Studio designed a special vanity wardrobe room as an exclusive showcase for the lady owner to display the latest collection of fashion accolades, bringing the hype of the city into a very private moments. Details for comfort and luxury are thoughtfully integrated into the designer wall panels and side consoles of the other 3 bedrooms, such as a classic chandelier etched onto the bronze mirror that act as design feature and light source for the Master Bedroom, a silver and royal blue bay window seatee at Junior master bedroom and an eclectic customised study table and chair at the Guest Bedroom. Topic Studio believes in bringing personalised and bespoke services to their clients. By keeping an open mind in drawing on design inspirations, the Singapore-based design firm help create more meaningful and fulfilling interior spaces for our clients. With architecturally-trained designers, Topic Studio approach each project with a holistic view.

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Prestigious London Penthouse Hyperion Penthouse by Seqoya

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With its prestigious St John’s Wood postcode and stunning views across London, the Hyperion penthouse is a home with a little more than just je ne sais quois. In order to maximise the endless potential for interior design which would deliver an impact, London based design firm Sequoya were approached to turn an apartment with prime-potential into a premier residence. Seqoya is a privately owned property investment and development company, the portfolio of which continues to expand and includes some of the world’s most stylish abodes . Formed in 1999 the founders and team combined have in excess of 70 years experience in developing luxury properties. They have specialised in improving prime residential locations throughout the UK and have since advanced into the Caribbean market.

“ The design was built on the principle that nothing within the penthouse should ultimately detract from the breathtaking views and the warm luxurious interiors should work to create a relaxing home that’s a joy to live in. ”

The unusual company name has particular significance in relation to the company’s ethos. The brand took inspiration from the endangered Sequoia tree; a protected red wood species and the largest of its kind in the world. This association is intended to reflect the company’s commitment to ethical and environmentally sensitive development as they rapidly become a leading provider of exceptional ecologically responsible luxury homes. The image of a tree is entirely symbolic of the company’s current position with the themes of expansion, growth and deep rooted philosophy perfectly surmising their approach to design. Seqoya’s involvement with the Hyperion project was a typically articulate example of their finest work. The design was built on the principle that nothing within the penthouse should ultimately detract from the breathtaking views and the warm luxurious interiors should work to create a relaxing home that’s a joy to live in. With Hyperion’s architectural aspect already being of the highest standard, Seqoya were of the understanding that their main aim was one of enhancement as opposed to an entire redrafting of the apartment itself. The open and liberating ambience of the penthouse was maximised with the installation of floor to ceiling glass which not only allowed natural light to become the spotlight but emphasised Hyperion’s generous 2.9m ceiling heights. Whilst the solid and imposing nature of the glass focal point inevitably draws the eye, the heart of the Hyperion design is entirely

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welcoming, warm and homely. The vast space within is without a sense of emptiness as the whole apartment is occupied with light and life. Seqoya’s designers expertly balanced masculine and feminine influences to achieve a measured sense of elegance throughout the penthouse. The double storey ebony Macassar and bevelled mirror wall cladding produced a dramatic effect around the perla beige marble clad eliptical staircase. Neutral tones were used to supreme effect and dense fabrics softened with their placement near more tactile textures. The Ebony Macassar wall cladding was continued to the drawing room and a dark grey stained sycamore used for the joinery in the dining room which brought an equivocal sense of flow and natural synergy to the entire space. Natural stones were used throughout the design, having been hand selected by Seqoya’s team within their country of origin namely Greece, Italy, Oman and the UK; the concept of no stone being left unturned in the pursuit of perfection definitely applies here. Whereas continuity and subtle symetry was chosen to inform the apartment’s living quarters, the team desire to devise unique designs for each of the bedrooms and bathrooms, using smaller, delicate details and accessories to unify the overall motif. To achieve this, Seqoya utilised many different types of stone, wood and stain whilst ensuring the woods had a similar mood by taking time to match the colour and grain effects for each instillation. For Hyperion’s dramatic entrance the designers decided on a bold, impacting design which matched the tone of the building’s imposing exterior and affluent location. Almost to heighten the effect of this design, the remainder of the apartment was fitted in a muted, subtle palette of quiet elegance. Luxurious but chic hard materials are expertly paired with calm and sophisticated soft furnishings which compliment, as opposed to overwhelm, the apartment’s main attraction; the stunning city views. Seqoya’s design team worked tirelessly to perfect the project and ensure it would be a stand out property for decades to come. Their efforts were rewarded in their being shortlisted for the 2014 International Design and Architecture Awards in the Residential £2.5£5 Million category. Overall the balanced approach to the interior design, simple yet luxurious, was the key to the success of the project.

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Archasia shortlisted for Asia-Pacific £2.5-5 Milllion Award Hong Kong based Design firm Archasia and their project Botanica Bay has been shortlisted in the Asia-Pacific Residential £2.5-5 Million (project value) Award at the 6th Annual International Design & Architecture Awards 2015. A modern Art Deco luxurious residential project creating 1920’s romantic drama. The Botanica Bay is located above Cheung Sha Beach in South Lantau Hong Kong. It is the up and coming most luxurious residential area in town. Botanica Bay stands along the Cheung Sha hillside with panoramic views of the ocean. It is the elite lifestyle offering tranquillity and privacy in beachfront living. The elegantly luxurious house is approximately 480 square meters in two stories with outdoor swimming pool and roof top spa. There are 4 en-suites bedrooms with walk-in closets. Being in the middle of the ground floor, the living room provides dramatic impact while connecting smoothly to the dining area and the library. With Hong Kong’s colonial history, the Art Deco design language is used for this project in a very modern approach. Handmade special glass motif runs through the interior, together with the contrast of premier fabric, marble and hardwood, the 1920’s romantic drama is brought to life. “Our favourite aspects of the project are the remake of vintage Art Deco motifs on glass in a modern production technique and the clean lines of modern Art Deco furniture. It is the perfect balance of Art Deco elements and modern classic details used.” www.archasia.com.hk Design Et Al 41

The Club by Michael Fiebrich Design Several architectural features were designed to speak to the iconic modern architecture of Marina Bay Sands and these became key elements of the project. Interior feature walls clad in a combination of polished, satin and matte bronze rods act as both semi private screens and wonderful textural backdrops and mimic the verticality and sparkle of the Singapore cityscape. Custom pendants reminiscent of metallic clouds, highlight the ceilings and finally, patterns taken from the structure of the modern MBS building are interpreted into carpets as well as inlay patterns to the stone flooring. The panoramic views of Singapore are a large part of the experience of the space and the architectural elements and features as well as the colours and materials we’ve chosen, speak beautifully to the surrounding skyline, blending the exterior views seamlessly with the interior. “We successfully created this type of sophisticated “skyscape” by layering various architectural elements and carefully taking colour cues from the views to extend the vistas within the space, making for a very exciting experience, day or night.” www.michaelfiebrich.com

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Holiday Home by Camellia Interiors This three storey private family holiday home was built in the mid 1960s. It is situated next to, and almost built in to, a cliff face above the beach. The client’s vision was a family holiday home for very large groups of friends and family to stay, as well as hosting large parties. Internally, the clients requested the scheme to reflect the very blue sea and golden sands of the immediate environment making the fusion of indoor and outdoor elemental to the design. Maximising the amazing sea views and reconfiguring the layout to maximise the use, flow and sociability of the private property to entertain and enjoy large family group holidays. The entrance to the property sets a warm and welcoming tone with both the main and garage doors, supplied by Urban Front, presenting the contemporary nature of the overall design. To the rear of the property, the walls of glass facing the seafront act as a sun trap for the entire space - allowing for the clients to soak in the sea views. With the entire property facing the direction of the sea, the team had to consider all decisions with this in mind. The layout needed to flow, whilst still all facing in one direction and the three tiers of the property needed to follow the ‘right’ journey for the clients. With the brief in mind, the team therefore positioned the main rooms for hosting; including the kitchen, library/living area and games room on the centre floor in the heart of the home with all utilities placed to make the most of the seafront. The interesting architecture of the property meant the team had to install bespoke furniture, from suppliers such as The Sofa & Chair Company. Intelligent storage solutions were also created in order to maximise the space made available to the family during their time at the house. Overall, Camellia Interiors fulfilled the clients’ needs and wants of having a fun holiday home with a suitable scheme that reflecting its immediate surroundings. www.camelliainteriors.co.uk 44 Design Et Al

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Hyatt Regency Montreal by Virserius Studio Located in the Place Des Arts in Montreal, the Hyatt Regency had always sponsored a tremendous amount of cultural activities. However, prior to the renovation, the design of the hotel was completely disconnected from its involvement in the local arts. The goal was to create an artistic journey for the guest where they could experience literature, fine arts, music and film in a subtle, sophisticated and surprising way. When the guests arrive at the hotel, the first thing they see is a map of the world lasercut out of corten steel. The steel will age over the passage of time, a reminder that everything is always in a constant state of change. As you enter the lobby on the lower level, you see that the map has been transformed into a wood planking structure. As a further extension of the theme, a topographical pattern is woven into the hand-tufted carpet. An example of the ordinary becoming extraordinary, this depicts a cartographerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work as an artistic expression. The elevators bring the guests up to the main check-in level where they step out on a New York Blue stone floor and walk toward the check-in area. This features a cantilevered wood canopy that has been laser cut with a beautiful abstracted flower pattern that is backlit. The concierge desk was conceived as a freestanding sculpture that would break from the typical concierge desk. The guestsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; passage through the hotel becomes a journey through art and storytelling which compels them to continue to explore and enjoy yet another stay. www.virseriusstudio.com 46 Design Et Al

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BELOW: Lilian B Interiors, In Situ Design & Artist William Engel design et al are delighted to announce shortlist success for Lilian B Interiors, In Situ Design & Artist William Engel in the International Hotel & Property Awards 2015. The William NYC, will compete for the Hotel Under 50 Rooms Award (Global) in the fifth annual awards. The design is the collaborative work of In Situ Design (interior architecture and design), William Engel (paintings) and Lilian B Interiors (interior design), blurring the lines between their three fields; architecture, interiors and art in order to create a liveable 3-dimensional painting. Each floor at the William is a different colour. Monochromatic palettes of blue, teal, pink, orange or yellow vibrantly coat the ceilings, walls, carpets and bed linens and guests are immersed in visceral colour. Seamless white resin floors the colours frame the colours Diplomatic neutrality is found on furnishing and in bathrooms with a play of grey tweed. In larger suites, floating walls separate living from sleeping while smoked mirrors provide a reflective backdrop for sleek kitchens. Terraced suites, offer guests an outdoor urban oasis to view the classic New York City skyline. The William’s discreet foyer from its 1920�s hey days lends the air of a private club. Historic classical elements are greyed and guests are given a hint of the colour experience through tonal shifts of green and teals that surface in the reception portal and elevator lobby. www.lilianbinteriors.com

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OPPOSITE, BOTTOM: Design Haus Liberty - South Bank House Design Haus Liberty have redefined luxury living for the 21st century with this iconic masterpiece showcased in the exclusive high–rise penthouses of CIT’s new development: South Bank Tower. Located on a prime riverside site, this penthouse takes full advantage of the skyline views and lifestyle living through architecture. The stunning features include a champagne bar, indoor– outdoor pool, a levitating dining table, and a bathtub overlooking 180 degree views of the city. DH Liberty worked with AKT, to carve out a curved double height space resulting in maximum light from a glass curtain wall. The views create an endless extension of the living room into the sky. Inspiration has been taken from nature’s glacial hanging ice caves and sand dunes to create a juxtaposing design of both light and heavy volumes within the same space. The levitating, blackened steel table floats effortlessly in the space. The kitchen features bespoke, curved concrete and DHLiberty’s faceted island is featured in curved, brushed brass signature design exclusive for South Bank Tower. The penthouse features a luxurious master bedroom and ensuite with a custom made bathtub featuring Jacuzzi water jets. The glass wall in between the bedroom and bathroom is fully equipped with electrolyte privacy glass which becomes a projection screen which can be viewed from the bedroom and the bathroom simultaneously. Within the lounge and entertainment space, computer scripted chandeliers are inspired by the pattern of falling leaves. A continuous heated pool/sauna extends from inside to outside to create the illusion of walking on water. There is also a private garden terrace with a remote controlled fire www.dhliberty.com 48 Design Et Al

LEFT: Maison Projects - Havana House This modern family house for everyday living, is set within a classic yet dynamic, imposing exterior.The brief was to create a new family home that has all the modern advances, whilst still being family friendly. Maison Projects ensured that the design was different to that of the average new build, without going too adverse that it would alienate the future market. Central to the rear of the house is a superb kitchen/ breakfast/ family room, which has relationships with five further reception rooms. The sweeping staircase leads you to five bedroom suites on the first floor and a bridge at the second floor, links the two rooms in the top of the house. A beautiful project which works so well as it is designed around the way modern families are living today. www.maisonprojects.com

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The desire for ‘effortless elegance’ is a common aspect of many contemporary briefs and concepts but achieving it often requires endless effort on the designer’s part. When Sean Cochrane of the eponymous Cochrane Design was tasked with rejuvenating a private London residence, allround elegance was the primary goal and he was tireless in his approach to ascertaining it. As Creative Designer, Cochrane conceptualised and executed an entire project which breathed new life into a home seeking to realise its own potential. Whilst the finished article won much praise from the resident’s owner, it was the stunning bathroom design that saw Cochrane win a prestigious International Design and Architecture award in 2014. The Lady of the house had requested that his and hers dressing and bathrooms be installed within the Victorian Villa but every other aspect of the design was entrusted to Cochrane’s expertise and experience. The task saw him entirely redesign all 9’500sq ft of the property but the bathroom was where his influence truly excelled.

“ Whilst the space evokes the timeless class of an era in which bathing was a leisurely and indulgent experience, Cochrane was careful to ensure the concept remained instep with the very best of modern design. ”

As with all of his work, Cochrane approached this project with thought for the functionality and purpose of each proposed installation. The Cochrane concept is one of the industry’s finest in that it marries flawless design with practical purpose; the client is guaranteed to be able to enjoy their beautiful house not only for its visual aspect but as a working, living home. During the initial aspects of the process, the designer visited the residence several times to assess the needs and current ambience of each space. The bathroom enjoyed natural light and views across the South side of one of the cities finest green spaces, Clapham Common. The light and location were used as a foundation of the design for a room which complimented its pleasant surroundings. Mirrored double-height doors were installed to set the tone of the entire space and established the all important elegance in the instance of a guest’s entrance to the room. The muted, chic colour palette radiates luxury and indulgence, offset by the pale marble floor and clear cut crystal of the graceful chandelier hanging above; wall to floor elegance in an effortless yet impacting manner. Immediately apparent when walking into to this decadent space is the exceptional craftsmanship and mastery of materials that have been carefully selected to inform this design. Whilst the atmosphere is one of understated simplicity, it is entirely evident that every aspect of the area has been expertly sourced and the entire project skilfully undertaken. Symmetry is often the key to a balanced and visually stunning design and this bathroom epitomises the perfect use of mirrored motifs. Three sides of the design are in perfect synergy as a result of practical, fine fixtures, supplied by UK based manufacturer Lefroy Brooks, being intelligently installed in

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order to create a continuity and calm within the room. The room benefits from large sash window which frame the enviable view across the leafy common. Cochrane gave in to romance by placing the oversized marble bathtub underneath the grand glass window so as to encourage long afternoons spent appreciating the stunning scene outside whilst enjoying the bath’s luxurious depth. Light is used to great effect throughout the design and enhanced by the positioning of three large mirrors above the washbasins to maximise the room’s natural exposure to sunlight. The reflective trio is seamlessly inset into the panelling so as not to overwhelm the understated grace of the space. The level of natural light within the room emphasises the luminous quality of the marble which embellishes the counter, splash back, bath, shower and floor; an impressive example of a classic material, Carrara marble, being applied in a practical and beautiful way and emphasises the depth of the design to full effect. Whilst the space evokes the timeless class of an era in which bathing was a leisurely and indulgent experience, Cochrane was careful to ensure the concept remained instep with the very best of modern design. The deep buttoned circular chair in the centre of the room adds an essential sphere of colour to the bathroom’s calming palette whilst the tactile nature of the fabric prevents the solid nature of the marble making the room feel cold or harsh by introducing a softer texture. Whether to reflect after a long day’s work or to pamper one’s self, the seat typifies the luxury of its surroundings whilst providing the classic design with a key component of contemporary. style It is a perfect example of the way in which a small detail can entirely inform a design and bring a new dimension to a space with conventional purpose. In addition to his overseeing the project and adhering to the client’s design requests, Sean Cochrane commissioned and personally designed the cabinetry, stonework and furniture in their entirety. Such involvement and desire to ensure each element of the concept was consummate and of the highest standard is typical of a designer whom seeks to make every room a vision of interior artistry. The exacting standards applied throughout this project are Cochrane Design’s trademark and this bathroom is a perfect representation of the multi-layered approach to the designer’s relationship to his client and their property’s needs. The bathroom unites luxury and functionality with stunning effect and the various elements involved in its creation are testament to an approach which gives measured consideration to each individual detail. The design and execution of this bathroom evokes permanence and quality, making this a bathroom with inexhaustible style and substance.

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We take a quick look at the entries in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Hotel & Property Awards. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony, Hotel Splendido, PortoďŹ no, on Friday 26 June and after this we will be featuring all of the winning projects in more detail.

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ABOVE: The Sanchaya Submitted by: P49 Deesign Comprising only 21 private villas and 9 suites the Sanchaya is a collection of ‘experiences’ through South East Asia which has been conceptualized as a “private estate” showcasing art & collectables amassed through many journeys by the owner.

BELOW LEFT: Chateau De La Cazine Submitted by: Matthews Mee Ltd

BELOW RIGHT: William NYC Submitted by: Lilian B Interiors

The ﬁrst phase of this project has been to take an already architecturally stunning but run down and neglected 19th Century chateau and convert it into a luxury 5* 17 bedroom Hotel including penthouse suite, reception, ﬁne dining restaurant, bar, lounge, public spaces and gym.

The design is the collaborative work of In Situ Design (interior architecture and design), William Engel (paintings) and Lilian B Interiors (interior design), blurring the lines between their three ﬁelds; architecture, interiors and art in order to create a liveable 3-dimensional painting.

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ABOVE LEFT: Rhulani Resort Submitted by: Rhulani

ABOVE RIGHT: Hotel Mulino Grande Submitted by: StudioTesei

Creating Rhulani has been both stimulating and inspirational. The owners set out to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, to build a modern-day refuge, an oasis of calm, a place to nourish the soul and lift the spirit. Redecorating Rhulani in 2014 was a complex and subtle job: it is a luxury, ﬁve-star lodge with all the services and amenities of a ﬁve-star hotel.

The Hotel Mulino Grande is the result of the transformation of a Sixteenth Century water Mill within the Agricultural South Park of Milan. The project involves both contemporary design and attention to detail, preserving the charm of history and the vitality of nature.

LEFT: Fogo Island Inn Submitted by: Saunders Architects The Fogo Island Inn was conceived by the Shorefast Foundation, a Canadian charitable organization established by Zita, Anthony and Alan Cobb, as a building for learnings that have emerged from four centuries of lived experience on the northeast coast of Newfoundland – to help carry the past into the future. It was created to be a cultural and economic engine for Fogo Island, one of Canada’s oldest settlements; created in response to a pressing need to ﬁnd new relevance for traditional knowledge and traditional ways. LEFT: Royal Palm Submitted by: JFA Architects The Royal Palm Marrakech is a 135 Suites and Villas 5 Star Hotel & Spa, within a 230 hectares Golf Estate, the “Domaine Royal Palm”, located 10 kms south of Marrakech, Morocco.

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ABOVE: Alila Jabal Akhdar Submitted by: P49 Deesign Perched 2,000 metres above sea level, Alila Jabal Akhdar overlooks a dramatic gorge, surrounded by awe-inspiring views of the Al Hajar Mountains. Jabal Akhdar meaning “Green Mountain” in Arabic, is part of the Al Hajar mountain range, which is one of Oman’s most spectacular regions. Alila Jabal Akhdar overlooks a dramatic gorge surrounded by awe inspiring views of the Al Hajar mountains.

RIGHT: Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali Submitted by: BLINK Design The Brief was to create a flagship property that would herald the launch of an ultra luxury resort on Sanur beach project, design that would spatially redefine the resort guest room while visually capturing the Balinese spirit from a new perspective. To reflect the modern traveller’s lifestyle and redefine the boutique experience each guest room has three distinct sanctuaries - a lavish inward-focused bathroom, an understated sleeping sanctuary, and a 25sqm outdoor living room enclosed by lasercut screens inspired by a classic Balinese batik motif – while a temple-like grandeur and calm also pervades the resort as a whole.

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LEFT: Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Beijing Submitted by: Shanghai Huadu Architecture + Planning A nature inspired hotel fitting into Chinese culture and the context, the Sunrise Kempinski Hotel Beijing sits on Yanqi Lake with the top of the building reflecting the colour of the sky, the middle of the building reflects the Yanshan Mountain, and the bottom of the building reflects the lake. The exterior glass surface, which is covered by over 10,000 pieces of glass panels, spans 18,075 square metres (194,558 sq ft). BELOW: Prince de Galles Submitted by: Pierre-Yves Rochon The legendary Prince de Galles, part of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Luxury Collection, remains the Parisian residence for discerning travelers who seek a sophisticated and intimate environment.

ABOVE LEFT: Ikia Hotel Submitted by: Tarh Va Afarinesh Architectural & Engineering Consultants Co. Adjacent to Tehran’s International Airport (IKIA) is located this cluster hotel with 500 rooms. As the ﬁrst airport hotel in the country, IKIA hotel is developed on a land plot of 27’000 m2 opposite to the main passenger terminal of Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKIA). The project is a part of the newly developed airport cities positioned 35 km to the southwest of Tehran adjacent to Tehran-Qom and Tehran-Saveh highway. The hotel is designed as a cluster hotel inclusive of a hotel with 196 rooms and 296 rooms making a total area of nearly 55’000 m2. Design Et Al 63

TOP: W Chicago Lakeshore Submitted by: W Chicago Lakeshore Meyer Davis’ design concept for the W Chicago Lakeshore was formed on the basis of three intrinsically architectural themes – Chicago’s history and tradition of architecture, the hotel’s iconic Lake Shore Drive locations, and shadows and reﬂections of innovation. The design showcases the conﬂuence of a vibrant worldclass city meeting the serene edge of Lake Michigan and pays homage to the architectural ingenuity of Chicago. It mirrors the city’s energy, invention and industrialism. Sleeker, sexier public areas include a new signature farm-totable restaurant, a living room concept space, and an expansion of the hotel’s prime meeting and event space, which boasts 360 degree views of the city.

MIDDLE: Hotel ICON Submitted by: Hotel ICON Created by world renowned fashion designer and one of Hong Kong’s icons, the Designer Suite by Vivenne Tam offers stunning panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and a suite experience unlike any other.

BOTTOM: Lianfeng Beidaihe Sheraton City Hotel Submitted by: VOA Architecture Design (Beijing) The Lianfeng Beidaihe Sheraton City Hotel is located in the city of Beidaihe, Qinhuangdao Province, a seaside Resort City for Northern China and summer Capitol for China’s Central Government.

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LEFT: Ametis Villas Seminyak Submitted by: Genius Loci Pte Ltd The project evokes comfort, and focuses on falling in love with the environment, being with nature, and being unique. Recycled materials are a key aspect of the project, such as old wooden telephone posts used as columns and customised furniture with traditional details. The suite merges indoor and outdoor. Every corner is inspired by little details, highlighting Baliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s craftsman artistry.

BELOW: Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa Submitted by: Mirk Architectural & Engineering SoďŹ tel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa is a Polynesian themed luxury resort comprising 361 rooms and suites, 182 serviced apartments with 14 restaurants & lounges, So Fit health club & Tennis Court.

RIGHT: Chinwaggery + Soul, Bar, Lounge & Restaurant Submitted by: Moevenpick Hotel Jumeriah Beach Chinwaggery + Soul is a modern, uptempo bar, lounge and restaurant located on the second ďŹ&#x201A;oor of the Moevenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach. Chinwaggery is a casual, comfortable indooroutdoor poolside bar and warm lounge setting with an air of Manhattan to it, while Soul restaurant is a New York-style brasserie that serves dinner.

BELOW: The Cranleigh Church Suites Submitted by: The Cranleigh The Boutique Church Suites are a new, unique and completely cutting edge accommodation experience in the Lake District. The Boutique Church Suites are located in Bowness-on-Windermere and housed in a 350 year old building. The design brief was to offer 4 custom made adults-only spaces (The Opulence Suite, The Fantasy Suite, The Utopia Suite and The Indulgence Suite), combining luxury and cutting edge design & technology. Each suite has been individually created. Stylish and original, each offers bespoke, handmade furniture, thick luxurious carpets, crystallized Swarovski padded headboards, inďŹ nity mirrored walls, electric black out blinds and a complimentary mini bar, including champagne.

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ABOVE: Inakaya Submitted by: Stickman Tribe Having an authentic Japanese robata grill in the heart of Abu Dhabi is a strong enough concept to draw people in, now all the design has to do is create an inviting, interesting yet simple atmosphere to match the mouth-watering food served. LEFT: Fera at Claridge’s Hotel Submitted by: Oliver Laws Ltd The brief was to create a new world class kitchen and restaurant with an authentic atmosphere true to the spirit of Claridge’s art deco interiors, but layered and re-imagined for today’s diners who want to experience Chef Simon Rogan’s sustainably sourced menu. BOTTOM LEFT: Ikia Hotel Submitted by: Tarh Va Afarinesh Architectural & Engineering Consultants Co. This cluster hotel with 500 rooms is located adjacent to Tehran’s International Airport (IKIA) As the ﬁrst airport hotel in the country, IKIA hotel is developed opposite to the main passenger terminal of Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKIA). The project is a part of the newly developed airport cities. BELOW: Seminyak Italian at Double Six Hotel Submitted by: HC2 Interior Architecture An 80 seat contemporary trattoria overlooking the ocean. The designers worked with artists both international and local to create a warm contemporary space.

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ABOVE: The Wayfarer Submitted by: Meyer Davis The Wayfarer design is a celebration of “old meets new.” Combining elements of grandeur and modern design, the main dining room upholds an aesthetic of warm modern opulence and pays homage to social clubs of time periods past. RIGHT TOP: The Kensington Quarter Café at Hotel Indigo Submitted by: Dexter Moren Associates A multi-functional local deli space, complete with private dining snug area, to give residents a place to meet and shop for locally sourced artisan produce while allowing guests of the hotel to feel connected to the neighbourhood. RIGHT BOTTOM: The Polaris at Hyatt Regency Submitted by: The Johnson Studio Renovated ultra-lounge, the 1967 iconic Polaris mixes bold design with retro touches...complete transformation ushers it into the 21 century.

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TOP: Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts Submitted by: Ingenium Design Group The Yellow Door Bistro is a playful portrayal of purposeful randomness through a miscellaneous blend of simple details. Gradients of time are also expressed through a combination of modern and period elements. The furniture intermixes romantic styles of European restoration pieces with punctuating and contemporary inﬂuences. MIDDLE: Hotel Mulino Grande Submitted by: Studio Tesei The Hotel Mulino Grande is the result of the transformation of a Sixteenth Century water Mill within the Agricultural South Park of Milan. The project involves both contemporary design and attention to detail, preserving the charm of history and the vitality of nature. BOTTOM: Exex Suites Submitted by: THE WHOLEDESIGN The main concept for the project is “Timeless & Borderless”. THE WHOLEDESIGN did not just want to make the place a modern designed space, they wanted to incorporate the history of the surroundings into the design, making sure it is a one of a kind experience for the customers and guests who visit. The designers tried to include a sense of Japanese within the European/ American design. The design works so well because of the attention to detail. For THE WHOLEDESIGN, this was particularly important in order to make the project “shine”.

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ABOVE: Subsix Submitted by: Per Aquum Niyama Following rave reviews of its world ﬁrst underwater nightclub, Subsix, Per Aquum has evolved the pioneering venue into an underwater playground, a creative space which can be transformed into whatever guests imagine it to be – from private champagne breakfasts to lunchtime celebrations to midnight proposals. Upon arrival, the underwater revellers descend a dramatic three-tier staircase.

ABOVE: The Club Submitted by: Michael Fiebrich Design

ABOVE RIGHT: Turquoise Tiger at Exit 33 Submitted by: Ramsguard

A modern Club Lounge for the most iconic building in Singapore, with an interior as modern and striking as the architectural wonder it sits atop.

The décor throughout Turquoise Tiger emphasizes geometric forms of curves, chevrons and diamond motifs. Vivid high contrasting colors of turquoise and gold emphasize the luxury and glamour of a gilded age.

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ABOVE: Alta Ego Submitted by: Design Intervention The street level lounge plays easy listening music and we have created an intimate, yet striking space that stands out from the competition but at the same time has a warming inviting vibe. In the basement bar the DJ will play hip hop music and our brief was to create an uncomplicated backdrop that would complement the simple beat. On the upper level, we have created a luxurious area for private members and VIP guests that oozes a richness but at the same time has an edgier, cooler undercurrent that complements the house music that is played here and distinguishes the club from it’s competitors. The golden angular bar with the Rhino heads has become a real talking point in town.

LEFT: Hotel Michael at Resorts World Sentosa Submitted by: YWS Design Surrounded by luxury and elegant details, guests ﬁnd sanctuary the moment they walk through the front doors of this boutique hotel. Located within Asia’s ultimate resort destination, Resorts World Sentosa, Hotel Michael is one of six hotel offerings at the complex. This boutique hotel has been a delight for art enthusiasts since its initial opening in 2010 with its art gallery-like guest rooms that pay tribute to American contemporary architect, Michael Graves.

LEFT: Shilla Seoul Submitted by: Remedios Studio The hotel is synonymous with quality and great service and Remedios Studio wanted to maintain this reputation while appealing to a younger demographic, and without losing its existing, loyal clientèle.

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RIGHT: Sonesta Philadelphia Submitted by: Sims Patrick This custom-designed, boutique hotel combines functionality, modern details, traditional materials and references. It becomes an interactive art showcase and full of exciting details that are enhanced by lighting: dramatic, bold, memorable, interactive and sleek. The urban modern boutique hotel lobby is in itself a sculptural piece of art... a “jewel box” with a striking street level appeal as well as a dramatic stage set on the inside.

ABOVE: Hyatt Regency Montreal Submitted by: Virserius Studio The goal was to create an artistic journey for the guest where they could experience literature, fine arts, music and film in a subtle, sophisticated and surprising way. When the guests arrive at the hotel, the first thing they see is a map of the world laser-cut out of corten steel. The steel will age over the passage of time, a reminder that everything is always in a constant state of change. As you enter the lobby on the lower level, you see that the map has been transformed into a wood planking structure. As a further extension of the theme, a topographical pattern is woven into the hand-tufted carpet. 72 Design Et Al

ABOVE: The Paramount Hotel Submitted by: Meyer Davis Studio

ABOVE: Sheraton Skyline, Heathrow Submitted by: Nous Design

When asked to redesign the interiors of one of Manhattan’s most iconic boutique hotels, Meyer Davis designers sought to reimagine the space through the lens of a contemporary theater aesthetic. Constructed in 1928 as part of an extensive building and expansion drive in the Times Square theater district, the Paramount Hotel was intended to appeal to visitors coming to New York for its vibrant night life. At the core of the Paramount’s transformation is the redesign of the hotel lobby. The design of the lobby builds on the drama and glamour of Lamb’s original vision and further enhances it with modern touches and saturated, muted tones to imbue the room with a cozy, sexy ambiance that will delight visitors and New Yorkers alike.

Nous Design took the opportunity to bring back this glorious period by highlighting the fantastic opulent furniture and ﬁttings which accentuate the triple height in the entrance hall area leading onto a unique and stylish, central tropical swimming pool. A key aspect of the project is the electric mix of furniture and materials which Nous Design used to compliment the existing strong 1970s Architecture. The main focus of the exquisite lounge was to create a sophisticated and tranquil environment for the Hotel’s guest to be able to escape from the busy Heathrow Airport environment.

ABOVE: The Balmoral Palm Court Submitted by: Rocco Forte Hotels

ABOVE: Landvetter Airport Hotel Submitted by: Stylt Trampoli

The Palm Court is an Edinburgh institution, located in the historic Balmoral Hotel. The project aim was to transform the central hotel space from a bar area into a light and airy lobby lounge for afternoon tea with twice as many covers.

For almost 30 years, Landvetter Airport Hotel has been a second home for ﬂight attendants, tourists and other travellers looking for a soft landing close to the international airport. The hotel, which is owned and run by the Engström family, prides itself on great service and a personal touch, and this, in combination with the handy location, has resulted in the hotel becoming a favourite for international conferences.

ABOVE: Le Campus, Hyatt Regency Charles de Gaulle Submitted by: Virserius Studio Introducing Le Campus, the Virserius Studio-designed collaborative workspace that recently opened at the Hyatt Regency Charles de Gaulle in Paris. The challenge for Virserius Studio was to create an optimal environment to boost cohesion, collaboration, and enable idea-sharing and solutions. Le Campus blends Therese Virserius’s deep expertise in architecture and design with sister Regina’s passion and extensive background in ﬁne art.

RIGHT: Vimmerby Stadshotell Submitted by: Stylt Trampoli The design brief was to restore the grandeur of one of the most important buildings in the life of the small town of Vimmerby, with a modern twist. The hotel needed to regain its position as the heart of the town and its most important meeting place both for business, celebrations, and everyday social engagements. The design is grand, but also warm and welcoming – the perfect balance of respectability and comfort. A key aspect of the project is the squirrel, a symbol of thrift and industry taken from the town coat of arms, whose portrait now graces the hotel drawing room.

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TOP: Ikia Hotel Submitted by: Tarh Va Afarinesh Architectural & Engineering Consultants Co. This cluster hotel with a total of 500 rooms is located adjacent to Tehran’s International Airport (IKIA). As the ﬁrst airport hotel in the country, IKIA hotel is developed on a land plot of 27’000 m2 opposite to the main passenger terminal of Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKIA). The project is a part of the newly developed airport cities positioned 35 km to the southwest of Tehran adjacent to Tehran-Qom and Tehran-Saveh highway. SECOND IMAGE: Lanserhof Tegernsee Submitted by: Ingenhoven Architects The new Lanserhof Tegernsee opened in January 2014 and is the most modern prevention and regeneration centre in Europe. Lanserhof Tegernsee is situated in the heart of one of Europe’s most beautiful natural regions, the German Alps. At an altitude of 900 metres at Lake Tegern, Marienstein is the setting of a new standard of Hotel combining health, enjoyment and hospitality, which is truly unique. The focus lies on the personal needs of every individual guest. The particular combination of medical requirements, hotel concept, landscape and architecture was the basis for the success of Lanserhof Tegernsee. THIRD IMAGE: Eskisehir Spa & Thermal Hotel Submitted by: GAD The project is a modern interpretation of Odunpazari’s vernacular architecture and existing historical texture. The site plan is formed after a careful consideration of the existing trees’ positions in order to minimise the damage to the site. The complex includes a spa and wellness centre in the middle, and accommodation units on the perimeter. There is also a hotel, a wedding venue, and guest bungalows located in a hillside pine forest. BOTTOM: Conrad Koh Samui Submitted by: Wilson Associates Overlooking the mesmerizing Gulf of Thailand, the Conrad Koh Samui is a modern Thai resort laced with barefoot sophistication. The design brief was to create a ‘top of the world’ luxury resortexperience where guests feel pampered, protected and deeply connected to the natural world and Thai culture.

TOP: Finolhu Vilas by Club Med Submitted by: Meriem Hall Designs PTE. LTD. With Interiors by Meriem Hall Designs and Archiecture by Yuji Yamazaki, Finolhu Vilas by Club Med expresses all the elements of a Luxury Resort in a relaxed and elegant vocabulary. First Villas et Chalets Luxury Resort New Build by Club Med, located in Maldives features 52 Villas with private pools. It is the story of this elegant traveller who voyages the world in which it has retained and adopted the essential. Every space has its own character but the general design is basically a reflection of various cultures embraced by the traveller and infused with abundant usage of weaving from different materials. MIDDLE: Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort Submitted by: Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort This stunning five-star resort overlooks the Indian Ocean and its own pristine private beach with the Hajaar Mountains as a stunning backdrop. The centre piece of this magnificent hotel is the very large free form swimming pool with lots of sun loungers, umbrellas and shade available. The luxury Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort has well-appointed rooms and an excellent range of bars and restaurants. BOTTOM: Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa Submitted by: Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa Totalling more than 100,000 square meters, Sofitel The Palm Dubai’s distinct French luxury offering is embraced by rich and iconic elements of Polynesian culture and civilisation. With an abundance of stunning organic architecture and lush vertical gardens, the resort reflects a timeless spirit and tropical allure. Sofitel The Palm, Dubai has been modelled on a Polynesian village, fresh with green foliage, cabana-style fittings, and flowing water features that greet guests as soon as they step inside.

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ABOVE: El Mangroove Submitted by: Seifert Murphy Taking on designs for both the guestrooms and the public areas meant one cohesive appeal for this hotel. The client wanted the Guestrooms to suggest a loft concept which turned Seifert Murphy to an urban surf mentality, keeping the rooms as open air as possible. Warm and clean but not rustic, they took on a comfort with layered furnishing and relaxed aesthetics. Soft fabrics compliment the natural wood pieces and sculptural shark tooth art.

ABOVE: NH Beach Hotel Submitted by: Nous Design

ABOVE: Ritz-Carlton Reserve SubmItted by: SB Architects

For the most beautiful beach in Israel, the team focused on uncomplicated luxury, using organic materials like limestone, wool, oak and natural rattan to create a harmonious guest experience, extending the sea, sand and beach into each room whilst incorporating fantastic private lap pools to each ground suite making them a unique feature. Nous Design were able to use local artistes and created beautiful private Japanese-like gardens, for each of the renovated rooms.

The centerpiece of the revitalized Dorado Beach Resort, the resort stands on the site of the original resort built more than 50 years ago by Laurence Rockefeller. In keeping with the Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand commitment to stewardship and Mr. Rockefeller’s legacy of conservation, the new Ritz-Carlton Reserve has been designed to LEED Certiﬁcation standards. True to its sustainable mission, the new Ritz-Carlton Reserve has been built upon the foundations of the original hotel, minimizing the disturbance to the site and “grandfathering” in the hotel’s original location directly on beach. Design Et Al 77

ABOVE: Bocca di Bacco Submitted by: Virserius Studio

ABOVE: Lucia Wine Bar & Grill Submitted by: GMP Design

Bocca Di Bacco is a casual yet reﬁned dining establishment that offers a warm and rustic respite from the hectic New York streets outside. The space previously comprised two long narrows dark shops that were combined to create a great room with different moments that the patrons can enjoy. It is a place that suits different crowds from the family that comes in for weekend brunch to young professionals looking to unwind at dinner after a long day at work, to couples getting to know each other in a romantic setting. The space evokes a New England cottage meets New York City loft aesthetic with its white wood clapboards and red exposed brick.

The brief was to design a restaurant that provides a Mediterranean inspired food offering in an inviting and sophisticated environment, yet maintaining a Mediterranean feel.

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BELOW: Beast Submitted by: DesignLSM Beast is an exciting new venture from DesignLSM’s long standing client, the Goodman Restaurant Group. Hidden away in a basement venue on Chapel Place in London, this unique communal ﬁne dining concept offers diners shared dishes of the ﬁnest Norwegian king crab and 2 kilo cuts of steak.

Pavilion Submitted by: DesignLSM DesignLSM’s interior design team were commissioned by the club to redesign the ground floor of their existing venue - a classic 1930’s building, with a stunning original art deco façade, taking an existing café and combining a neighbouring retail unit to create one unified space. Reflecting the quality of their discerning club members and the neighbourhood, the brief was to design an attractive and high end multiuse space that combines areas of retail with a bar and restaurant for use by both the business club members as well as the affluent Kensington resident.

Above: Opus V Submitted by: Blocher Blocher Partners It’s much more than just a restaurant - it is a setting for people interested in enjoyment, art and culture. The restaurant as stage and forum for cultural exchange is also represented by the two wall panels that are regularly redesigned by the Mannheim National Theatre. The Nordic-looking atmosphere above the city rooftops is otherwise open, simple and minimal: Natural materials, lots of wood and open space create an unusual and relaxed environment. The harmonious interior with its parquet ﬂoors, cherry wood furniture and brick walls immediately sets the tone for the enjoyment of culinary delights.

ABOVE: St. Cecilia Submitted by: Meyer Davis The design inspiration for St. Cecilia was drawn from a classic, coastal Italian aesthetic. Meyer Davis infused an afﬂuent and upscale European tone into the design, while outﬁtting the space with hints of antiquity and quirk. The result is a classic and modern restaurant with rustic twists that invites intimate moments within a grand collage of distinct and fresh design elements that lend themselves to the attitude of seaside comfort. Design Et Al 79

ABOVE: Hotel Le Passage Mohkan Shan Submitted by: Hotel Le Passage Mohkan Shan Le Passage Mohkan Shan is a French luxury country house hotel in an idyllic tea plantation among the bamboo forests of Moganshan, China. The architecture and design of Le Passage Mohkan Shan was all about creating the European feel of a luxury country house hotel in the inside married with blending into the local features, countryside and architectural style of Moganshan mountain. Moganshan was once the getaway and playground of Shanghaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high society in the 1930ďż˝s and today, Le Passage Mohkan Shan is reviving that rich history. RIGHT: The Company Submitted by: Stylt Trampoli A welcoming meeting place where students, teachers, mentors, designers, engineers, investors, interested locals and visitors from far and near can come to eat, drink, create, innovate and discover a vibrant area and its rich history together. 80 Design Et Al

ABOVE: Keemala Submitted by: Keemala

ABOVE: The Sanchaya Submitted by: P49 Deesign The Sanchaya is a journey through South East Asia as seen through a reﬂection of the owners ‘private estate’ and the incredible art collected through her journeys & experiences. Comprising only 21 private villas and 9 suites the Sanchaya is a collection of ‘experiences’ through South East Asia which has been conceptualized as a “private estate” showcasing art & collectables amassed through many journeys by the owner. It is a collection of cultures and histories of the ASEAN region that reﬂects personal discoveries and passions. Guests are treated as friends at a family home rather than a typical hotel.

Inspired by the location’s natural surroundings and to innovate a unique hotel design for Thailand, the design reflects the tales of 4 fictitious tribes that united to form a village called Keemala. The villas, public areas, bridge, path and sculptures are inspired from nature e.g. forms of flowers, bird’s nests and symbolising the items of the local people’s way of life e.g. fishing tools, animal skins/textures (synthetic) and a humble chicken coup.

Akyra Manor Chiang Mai Submitted by: AHMS The Collection

ABOVE: Yellow Door Bistro at Hotel Arts Submitted by: Ingenium Design Group The Yellow Door Bistro is a playful portrayal of purposeful randomness through a miscellaneous blend of simple details. Gradients of time are also expressed through a combination of modern and period elements. The furniture intermixes romantic styles of European restoration pieces with punctuating and contemporary inﬂuences.

A contemporary urban retreat, the all-suite akyra Manor gives Chiang Mai an invigorating shot of design and style, juxtaposed against the heritage of its location. The original brief to designer Chaw Chih Wen was to re-invent hospitality in Chiang Mai through akyra Manor. In an area best known for its mountainous surroundings, the hotel was to breathe new life into the downtown area of the city by providing a contemporary urban space for entertaining and relaxing: creating a new ‘hot-spot’ for the city.

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ABOVE:Vasanti Seminyak Resort Submitted by: Genius Loci Pte Ltd

ABOVE: Wutai Mountain Resort Submitted by: RTKL Associates Inc.

The resort was designed with a modern edge that allows any urban guest to feel at home in a casual and laidback atmosphere. One of the favourite aspects of the resort are the textured finished walls using customised terracotta patterns which capture the drama of the uplights. The local stone floor is polished to reflect the soft evening sunset and you can relax in the nested pod seating, listening to the sound of the the water. A Harley D. bike graces itself at the entrance foyer with every corner inspired by little details, highlighting Bali’s craftsman artistry.

When RTKL set out to design a resort tucked away in the famed Wutai Mountains of central China, the goal was to create a modern luxury destination that complemented the hundreds of Buddhist temples in the region. Planning began by dividing the site into three zones: “Ceremonial Life” for the resort, “Local Life” for the private villas, and “Natural Life” for the serene landscape that separates as well as ties the property together.

ABOVE: Langham Submitted by: GA Design The refurbished Langham Sydney is an exercise in classic luxury with a narrative that references the history of the iconic Langham brand. The brief was to communicate the story of the hotels’ grand history whilst simultaneously reinvigorating the space with contemporary elements combined with classic references. To give the hotel a high-end residential feel, rich, elegant, materials and Colonial-style features were introduced aiming to produce unique yet timeless spaces. 82 Design Et Al

ABOVE: Beijing Southern Airline Marriott Hotel Submitted by: VOA Architecture Design (Beijing) The design was inspired by Hainan Airlines tropical headquarters on China’s famous Hainan Island and introduced a welcoming oasis as a juxtaposition to Beijing’s hectic Central Business District. The guest is greeted with the sights, aroma and sounds of tropical rain forest waterfalls, palm trees, and luminous ever changing sky represented by a 5 story LED backlit vaulted glass ceiling.

ABOVE: Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Beijing Submitted by: DiLeonardo

ABOVE: Skytel Submitted by: Panorama

Inﬂuenced by the inspiring site and natural surroundings, the Sunrise Kempinski Hotel is Kempinski’s largest property in China. The hotel embodies the shape of the rising sun and symbolises harmony and unity. Paying homage to the landscape, the interior is largely inspired by the idea of framing the view. The design experiments with the juxtaposition of solids and voids and infusing reoccuring geometric forms into unexpected spaces, design elements or features.

This is a newly opened boutique hotel in Chengdu China. The project aimed at developing a new mode of business hotel that crossover hospitality and art-related business to cater the expanding local market of art exhibition and auction. Inspired by the hotel name ‘Skytel’, an abstracted interior landscape of sky, mountain and earth was created to provide multiple functions of hotel and art gallery.

Shanghai Mingjie Renaissance Hotel Submitted by: VOA Architecture Design (Beijing)

The Shilla Seoul - Library Submitted by: Remedios Studio

Upon entering the Hotel, the guests are swept past the curved stairs and water feature towards reception and then pulled into the lobby via the swirling curves of the ceiling and ﬂoor patterns. Reminiscent of treacherous water spouts and small peaceful water eddies where guests can ﬁnd a spot to rest. The swirling winds terminate in a cyclone crystal chandelier that lands on the lobby bar.

On arrival, guests enter the vast lobby with its triple-storey ceiling height, punctuated by ﬂuted, hand-dressed granite columns. Rather than encase the forty-year old, structural columns, Remedios decided to turn them into a feature, lighting them to now resemble “contemporary chandeliers”. In a vast, open space, the challenge is to create comfortable pockets of intimacy.

ABOVE:: JW Marriott Zhengzhou Hotel Submitted by: Duncan Miller Ullmann Located in the heart of Zhengdong New District, the JW Marriott Zhengzhou Hotel is the newest luxury hotel in Zhengzhou. The 280-metre tall structure is the latest addition to the city’s skyline. Situated between levels 38 and 55 of the building, the 416 room hotel is the ﬁrst Marriott hotel in Henan province, and the seventh JW Marriott hotel in Mainland China.

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ABOVE: Berry Amour Villas Submitted by: Genius Loci Pte Ltd

ABOVE: Ritz Carlton Tiajin Submitted by: Ritz Carlton Tiajin

The existing architectural shell of each of the villas was left mainly untouched. New and larger openings were done to reveal new experience and integrate the lush outdoors, blurring it with the indoors was essential in making the guest fall in love with the environment. The once tired clusters had to be enhanced and have new life breathed into them. The creation of an open Love Jacuzzi was done and breathing block walls were used to allow cross ventilation. Texture and materials unique to Bali were used. Woven into the designs were modern details and furniture that adds to the luxury feel and lifestyle of the space. Each room has a story to tell: Desire, Mystique and Temptation.

The Ritz-Carlton, Tianjin inherits a unique heritage, in the heart of the former British Concession with regal Neoclassical-style interior. The newly opened The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Tianjin in the group for Asia-Pacific Area, it has been established the flag-ship image since opening. It is outstanding both in exterior and interior weather for the meaning of geographic history or the facilities. Styling of the 277 guestrooms including 53 suites likewise reflected the surrounding district’s European heritage, creating “an atmosphere of neoclassical mansion bedrooms, with cozy libraries, bathrooms with marble vanities and mahogany lacquer furniture.”

ABOVE: Hard Rock Hotel Submitted by: MAP Architecture & Planning MAP was appointed to resolve all public design areas in order to maintain the construction program. For the Hard Rock Hotel suites, the client wanted an experience for its guests unlike any other they could ﬁnd in Macau. MAP’s services included the provision of ‘rock star’ interiors for the suites. The interiors had to capture the Hard Rock brand ideals: fun and the party that doesn’t end. It also had to follow the ‘City of Dreams’ theme – ﬂowing water, the Chinese symbol of good luck. While a very American brand, the hotel design had to appeal to a largely mainland Chinese clientele.

ABOVE: Strip Steakhouse at Solaire Resort and Casino Submitted by: Steelman Partners

ABOVE: Yue Submitted by: Panorama

With its open-plan layout, interactive cooking stations and timber finishes, Café bord de Mer reflects a relaxed lifestyle. The fulllength windows invite sunlight to stream into the restaurant, creating an airy, light-filled environment, and rewarding guests with panoramic views over the South China Sea. One of the key aspects of the project are the feature columns. The Idea of these columns is inspired by the “Message in a Bottle”: People put a message/wish in a bottle, and toss it into the ocean, so that the columns appear to be the shape of rolls of letter papers tiding with a metal string. This luxurious restaurant provides a mixture of holiday style and relaxed coastal atmosphere that is difficult to come by in a busy city. It is indeed a wonderful escape from the reality.

Yue is a ﬁne dining restaurant located in a newly opened boutique hotel in Chengdu China that serves Asian fusion food. The project brief required construction of a new built structure to form extension to the existing building to provide indoor and semiindoor dining areas for holding different catering functions to the hotel users. Inspired by traditional landscape painting, an abstracted landscape was created to reﬂect the nature of the Asian fusion cuisine served. Under the new steel and glass canopy, a secondary envelope in timber was created to form enclosure to the semi-indoor area and connect the original indoor part.

ABOVE: Café bord de Mer Submitted by: Kinney Chan & Associates

ABOVE: Nest Submitted by: NIYAMA

To create an innovative tree house, outdoor dining venue, incorporating the natural environment of a tropical Maldivian resort island. Contemporary and daring design using sustainable materials to differentiate from existing restaurant concepts not only at the resort, but to stand out as a ﬁrst in the Maldives. At the same time, it should match the luxury quality and experience of a ﬁve-star resort and Per AQUUM. Multiple seating options for private and family dining should be offered, as well as areas conducive to Asian cooking methods of Chinese hot pot,

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ABOVE: Kasara Townhouse Submitted by: Design Intervention The Kasara Townhouse development is the latest addition to the YTL stable of hotels and resorts. The Award winning architect and interior designers, Baldip Singh of the YTL group and the interior design team from Design Intervention, have crafted every element of these townhouses to create the ultimate Japanese ski experience. The team have created a resort that captures the very essence of Japan, yet boasts all the comforts of a 21st Century ski chalet.

LEFT: Lanson Place Bukit Ceylon Serviced Residences Submitted by: Lanson Place The Residences symbolises the epitome of luxury and sophisticated living without compromising the level of residential comfort that the residents yearn when they are away from home. In other words, a “Home more than Home”. The design objective is to provide a “Home more than Home” with a feeling of belonging, which one cannot ﬁnd in hotels. One will feel very much at home with facilities that one needs in one’s lifestyle.

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TOP: Ballyfin Hotel Submitted by: Purcell The design brief was to restore the house with great sensitivity and a strong understanding of the estate’s significance and refurbish it to serve as a five star hotel followings years of dilapidation and its former use as a school. As part of the restoration, the interiors at Ballyfin have been sympathetically restored and reinvigorated. MIDDLE: Chateau De La Cazine Submitted by: Matthews Mee Ltd The first phase of this project has been to take an already architecturally stunning but run down and neglected 19th Century chateau and convert it into a luxury 5* 17 bedroom Hotel including penthouse suite, reception, fine dining restaurant, bar, lounge, public spaces and gym. BOTTOM: Lanserhof Tegernsee Submitted by: Ingenhoven Architects The new Lanserhof Tegernsee opened in January 2014 and is the most modern prevention and regeneration centre in Europe. Lanserhof Tegernsee is situated in the heart of one of Europe’s most beautiful natural regions, the German Alps. At an altitude of 900 metres at Lake Tegern, Marienstein is the setting of a new standard of Hotel combining health, enjoyment and hospitality, which is truly unique. The focus lies on the personal needs of every individual guest. The particular combination of medical requirements, hotel concept, landscape and architecture was the basis for the success of Lanserhof Tegernsee.

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BELOW: Hotel Mulino Grande Submitted by: Studio Tesei The Hotel Mulino Grande is the result of the transformation of a Sixteenth Century water Mill within the Agricultural South Park of Milan. The project involves both contemporary design and attention to detail, preserving the charm of history and the vitality of nature.

ABOVE LEFT: The Ritz Carlton, Herzliya Submitted by: The Ritz-Carlton Inspired by the Mediterranean sea and Marina lifestyle; and located in the centre for Israel’s high-tech and business headquarters, The Ritz-Carlton Herzliya is an urban-resort with a modern, vibrant, sophisticated and light design. Situated in Tel Aviv’s exclusive coastal suburb, the hotel features 115 spacious guest rooms and 82 suites.

BELOW: Le Clervaux Boutique & Design Hotel Submitted by: JOI-Design Interior Architects Taking inspiration from views of the nearby Château de Clervaux, JOI-Design set out to produce the sophisticated and luxurious ambience of a grand hotel brought up-to-date with stylised baroque features interpreted through a contemporary lens, spiced-up with delightfully unexpected details. The design concept proposed the creation of a boutique hotel comprised entirely of suites with in-room spas.

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ABOVE: Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center Submitted by: GA Design

ABOVE: Hotel Scandic Aarhus City Submitted by: AART architects

A grand, Art Deco inspired 840-room hotel with stylish and luxurious restaurants and bars, 12,000m2 of conference facilities, and the glamourous Eforea Spa spread over three ﬂoors.

The hotel combines the city centre’s historic atmosphere with modern hotel facilities. For instance, the dark brown facade reﬂects the neighbouring buildings’ reddish brown hue. In addition, the bright bands give the facade rhythm and reﬂect the neighbouring buildings’ white ornaments.

ABOVE: U & Me Submitted by: Stylt Trampoli

ABOVE: Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam Submitted by: GA Design

U&Me is a hotel that, like the city of Umeå, is full of creativity and innovation. Instead of just offering guests a bed for the night, U&Me wants to invite guests to explore the destination, and share in its creativity, knowledge and culture.

Set within six elegantly restored 17th century canal houses, the new Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam transports their guests to a world of discreet luxury and historical reﬁnement.

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ABOVE: Barcelò Milan Submitted by: Simone Micheli Architectural Hero Barcelò Milan is the three-dimensional manifesto of the possible union between architecture and sensitivity; going over aesthetic canons, it tells the story of the everyday experience that becomes the active memory which drives men. Photographer: Maurizio Marcato LEFT: Hotel Torni Tampare Submitted by: Stylt Trampoli When Sokos, one of Finland’s largest commercial property developers, decided to open a hotel of their new Solo brand in Tampere, they needed a different approach that could assure that the hotel had a genuine local connection. Stylt Trampoli created a concept where the hotel tells the story of the city’s rebirth and transformation, and by doing so, play a role in the city’s future.

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ABOVE: The Boutique Church Suites Submitted by: The Cranleigh The Boutique Church Suitesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; are a new, unique and completely cutting edge accommodation experience in the Lake District. The Boutique Church Suites are located in Bowness-on-Windermere and housed in a 350 year old building. The design brief was to offer 4 custom made adults-only spaces (The Opulence Suite, The Fantasy Suite, The Utopia Suite and The Indulgence Suite), combining luxury and cutting edge design & technology. Each suite has been individually created. Stylish and original, each offers bespoke, handmade furniture, thick luxurious carpets, crystallized Swarovski padded headboards, inďŹ nity mirrored walls, electric black out blinds and a complimentary mini bar, including champagne.

RIGHT: The Westin Palace Milan, Italy Submitted by: Irene Pansadoro Interior Design The project brief was to renovate guestrooms and corridors. The Objective was to: modernize the hotel connecting the design of the new guestrooms to the existing Public Areas that had been partially renovated a few years before. Among these guestrooms we had to create new connecting rooms, New Suites, Disabled friendly rooms and eliminate the old single rooms through room merging. Therefore the hotel went from 228 rooms to 219 rooms. The corridors had to be object of a soft renovation trying to merge two different types of corridors.

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ABOVE: Hotel Mulino Grande Submitted by: Studiotesei The Hotel Mulino Grande is the result of the transformation of a Sixteenth Century water Mill within the Agricultural South Park of Milan. The project involves both contemporary design and attention to detail, preserving the charm of history and the vitality of nature. ABOVE: Highbullen Hotel Submitted by: Park Grove The brief was to develop an outstanding suite with an aesthetic which belies its unusual space. A key aspect of the interior design was to focus attention away from the sloping roof lines onto a glamorous central feature wall. The wall serves as a stylish headboard, topped by large ﬁligree table lamps acting as a screen between the bed and the adjacent open plan bathing area. A velvet sofa features as a footboard, creating a lounge to the other side of the room. BELOW: Alvaston Hall Hotel Submitted by: Newman Gauge Warner Hotels historically have two separate venues for Dining and Cabaret, which provides both beneﬁts and negatives; Food service was easy to manage, as 500 guests are seated together, ate at the same time and left en-mass to enjoy the entertainment elsewhere; providing staff a clear room to clean. However, timings were set, guests had to adhere to strict timings and couldn’t dwell between courses to converse and missed out on a real restaurant atmosphere. Warner wanted to enhance their guests dining experience and create a more relaxed approach in their restaurant and change their dining areas from posh canteens to real restaurants.

TOP: The Kensington Quarter Café at Hotel Indigo Submitted by: Dexter Moren Associates A multi-functional local deli space, complete with private dining snug area, to give residents a place to meet and shop for locally sourced artisan produce while allowing guests of the hotel to feel connected to the neighbourhood. MIDDLE: Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Submitted by: Zürcher Arquitectos Costa Rica is known for its peace-loving attitude, and Zürcher Arquitectos felt tapping into Mother Nature’s energy was the best way to connect the resort design with the overall vibe of the country. Andaz is an innovative experience for living space. BOTTOM: Gotthards Krog Submitted by: Stylt Trampoli Gotthards Krog is the restaurant of Stora Hotellet, our saltwater-scented grand hotel in northern Sweden. It is named after the ﬁrst proprietor of the hotel, Gotthard Zetterberg, a man about whom many tales were told - some true, some less so.

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BELOW: Club Med Punta Cana Zen Oasis Submitted by: GG & Grace International The Club Med Punta Cana property, located in Dominican republic, proposes an impressive level of high-end comfort, conveying the feeling of family holidays in an informal chic and convivial Club Med Spirit and atmosphere.

BELOW: El Mangroove Submitted by: Seifert Murphy Taking on designs for both the guestrooms and the public areas meant one cohesive appeal for this hotel. The client wanted the Guestrooms to suggest a loft concept which turned Seifert Murphy to an urban surf mentality, keeping the rooms as open air as possible. Warm and clean but not rustic, they took on a comfort with layered furnishing and relaxed aesthetics. Soft fabrics compliment the natural wood pieces and sculptural shark tooth art.

BELOW: Hotel Mulino Grande Submitted by: Studiotesei The hotel hosts 21 rooms and suites, meeting rooms, Spa and Il Magiono Restaurant. It is made up of two main blocks, both organized on two levels, which communicate across a central garden open to the surrounding rural landscape. The water mill building built on a bridge over the Soncina Canal hosts a reception room, a lounge, a bar and a restaurant on the ground floor and four suites on the first floor.

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RIGHT: Marriott Resort & Spa Pompano Beach Submitted by: Adache Adache Group Architects was commissioned to renovate and expand an existing hotel property located on Pompano Beach. The design was inspired by its oceanfront location and developed by breathing a new life and energy back into the property. The interior and exterior of this unique landmark beachfront property has been completely rejuvenated, bringing ocean views to each of the stylish hotel’s eight ﬂoors. Today, the magniﬁcent oceanfront hotel graces the Pompano Beach skyline.

ABOVE: Lone Star Court Submitted by: RTKL Associates Inc. The client’s idea for this ﬁrst of many similar hotels was based loosely on the Motor Courts of the ‘40s and ‘50’s. In those days these hotels were organised around a motor court where patrons had the opportunity to park a car immediately outside the guest room they would inhabit. The motor court was convenient and also helped establish and sense of place. More importantly, in that regard, was the architecture of those properties that was often quite unique to the place where it was built. 96 Design Et Al

ABOVE: Sonesta Philadelphia Submitted by: Sims Patrick Studio

ABOVE: The Breakwater Hotel Submitted by: The Stephen B. Jacobs Group

This custom-designed, boutique hotel combines functionality, modern details, traditional materials and references. It becomes an interactive art showcase and full of exciting details that are enhanced by lighting: dramatic, bold, memorable, interactive and sleek. The urban modern boutique hotel lobby is in itself a sculptural piece of art... a “jewel box” with a striking street level appeal as well as a dramatic stage set on the inside.

The team’s inspiration was the Art Deco theme of the historic district, but their approach was interpretive, creating a modern interior with Art Deco references, either as iconic elements or as art. The program required that the two buildings be transformed into a boutique lifestyle hotel, attracting a younger clientele. The project’s Ocean Drive location is the heart of the most vibrant and active part of South Beach, with a direct view of the ocean, a perfect location for the target market.

Ritz Carlton Reserve Submitted by: SB Architects

The Four Seasons, Orlando Submitted by: Anderson Miller Ltd

Dorado Beach, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve is comprised of a 114key hotel, spa, beach and golf-oriented condominiums and townhomes, several grand villas, a beach club and golf club, and provides an ultra-luxury experience with an emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship.

The 443 room luxury resort hotel design recalls aesthetics of Mediterranean Revival architecture and is inspired by the style of Addison Mizner, the Architect largely responsible for the classic charm of historic Palm Beach and an aesthetic suited to the subtropical sun and climate of Florida.

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Prestigious Tropical Development Cape Yamu by The Beaumont Partnership

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The Beaumont Partnership is a familiar name within International Design and Architecture circles. The design studio has been nominated consecutively for three years as a result of their awe-inspiring portfolio which contains many of the world’s most stunning architecture. Their involvement with Phuket’s prestigious Cape Yamu development was one of the strongest nominations of the 2014 honours and saw the company shortlisted for the prestigious Residential Architecture Property award. Amongst the wealth of luxurious and stately residences within this region, The Beaumont Partnership design stands out among the rest.

“ There are subtle references to the peaceful nature of Buddhist culture evident within the design, as the soft, muted lighting of the pool and relaxation area encourages meditational thoughts and harmony within. ”

The company provided residential design, documentation and procurement services for a Hong Kong Businessman seeking a bespoke residence in the exclusive Thai development. The original concept was designed in a simplistic ‘core and shell’ format, which gave The Beaumont Partnership team considerable freedom with which to inform the creative aspects of the project. The combined elements of the flexibility of modular design and site-specific planning was a crucial part of the design format as each plot within the Cape Yamu resort was able to have modules added for extra space. The Beaumont Partnership were able to expertly utilise the extra volume to create a design filled with light, space and exclusive style. The design incorporates a 4 bedroom villa and 20m. Lap pool. Despite being an entirely unique and high-end production, the residence was gifted an innate sense of liveability and purpose on account of the design team’s influence and desire to make a beautiful space a practical one.

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Light and shade are used to expert effect, as the external aspect of the property benefits from natural sunlight and enviable exposure. An imposing glass structure was created for the entrance and runs the entire length of the property in order to allow the maximum amount of natural light into each room. The tall glass edifice takes influence and shape from a traditional Thai monastery, so as to allow the design to blend seamlessly with its ethnic surroundings. The interior elements of the property are influenced by contemporary Thai culture, popular with wealthy tourists and professional travellers. Clean, sharp lines inform the kitchen and bathing areas whilst soft furnishings encourage relaxation and comfort throughout. There are subtle references to the peaceful nature of Buddhist culture evident within the design, as the soft, muted lighting of the pool and relaxation area encourages meditational thoughts and harmony within. This motif is particularly apparent in the garden design were comfortable seating is placed within a tiled water feature; encouraging reflection and appreciation for the beauty of nature itself. In keeping with the company’s flawless approach to their collaborations, only the finest materials were sourced for the design. All of the tiles, wood and textiles were of the highest international quality which not only satisfied the impeccable standards of the villa’s owner but The Beaumont Partnership’s personal expectations for their work. The overall style of the development is tropical contemporary with a minimalist influence and the villa itself expertly marries the relaxing, groomed culture of a premier hotel with the comforting luxury of a bespoke designed home.

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