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14 Aix-en-Provence (France) | Château La Coste

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16 Huéscar (Granada) | Convent of Santo Domingo Antonio Jiménez Torrecillas, Elisa Valero Ramos

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76 Shanghai | Jade Museum Xintiandi Archi-Union Architects

78 National Exhibition Center, Abu Dhabi Archetipo | Edoardo Tresoldi with Designlab Experience

122 Western Cape (South Africa) | Bosjes Chapel Steyn Studio

124 Ex Mira Lanza Museum, Rome | Scientia

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126 Martín de la Jara (Seville) | Chapel of the

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162 Rio de Janeiro | Real Gabinete Português de Leitura | Raphael da Silva Castro

164 Los Angeles | Emerson College Morphosis Architects

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his season is greeted by an edition rich in new projects and interesting inspirations from the most exclusive and refined environments. The second annual collection of Contract & Hospitality Book dedicates 240 pages to the greatest realizations of recent times in the capitals of hotel industry, residencial, retail and office fields enclosed in a visual harmony that pleasantly leads the reading.

If the trends about Nerd Culture and sustainability have been published in the Color Stories in March, the last two proposed here illustrate a change towards formal sobriety: more “dirty” colors comply with the world of interior.

Longitude, Latitude, Altitude and Through the mirror point to a positive agitation, a search for spirituality (not religion!) and a deep desire to travel by consumers of the future. Young nomads increase and sharing overflows. It’s the Millenials army.

With this Book, the palette of the 20 colors trend of 2018 is completed, revealing the two colors that will mainly affect the looks - of the interior and elsewhere - next year.

Thanks to the interviews with Yabu Pushelberg and Shreger, from the most influential architecture and interior design studios, the considerations and the debate on the hottest issues of design come to light.

From the “queen” capitals of hospitality projects such as New York and Paris, to the Mediterranean flavor of Ibiza, going through the Made in Italy design temple in India, in Pune, the selection of published releases find a common denominator in the polished harmony of the environments, al-

though each project is defined by a characterizing style, a strong “sign” that marks its peculiar identity.

Here are the ‘jewels’ in the desert, the naturalistic architecture of Jackalope in Australia, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort in the Oman mountains or La Granja in Ibiza, where the result of human creativity and the purest landscape become one.

No shortage of outside the box proposals like the Wheat Youth Arts Hotel by the Chinese visionaries XL Muse.

In the second part of the volume there is a portfolio of references from the industry’s leading players, alongside the selected Design Inspiration, highlighting the recently launched products, which will sprinkle the next international projects.

The schedule of appointments in which the Book will take part as media influencer is rich too.

Within September and March 2018, this edition will reach professionals who never miss the world’s top stages and business platforms in the hospitality market.

A relationship network that starts at London’s Restaurant & Bar, Mipim UK, Downtown Design Dubai and BDNY New York to the exclusive B2B Hostys Connect that this year will be hosted in Berlin.

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WONDER. AIX-EN-PROVENCE (FRANCE) | CHÂTEAU LA COSTE ART GALLERY | RENZO PIANO BUILDING WORKSHOP It stands out among the vineyards, combining discreetly with the surrounding natural environment. By carving a 6 meters deep in the earth, the pavilion, with its 285 square meters of surface dedicated to wine

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conservation as well as to art exhibitions, becomes one with the vineyard. An even more emphasized synergy with the architectural roof layout that intends to reread the graphic layout of the grapevines.

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A pure whiteness accompanies the linear geometry of the architecture – interrupted uniquely by the wave motion of the high, bright ceiling – in the restructuring project of one of the four wings of the Convent.

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O New color horizons for 2018 International trends for the upcoming year are inspired by new experiences, both real and spiritual, generating parallel “stories” which ColorWorks® has translated in a color range exuding warmth and intensity yet grounded in sobriety. The story of Color Trends 2018 draws to a close, in the company of Judith van Vliet

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ranges and greens alongside dark blues and natural tonalities. The common thread for colors set to paint 2018 is widespread sobriety, a lower-key tone compared to the brilliant and vivacious nuances which have defined the current year.

Colors are “dirtier”, less saturated, contaminated by a touch of black, transposing a sense of bewilderment. Color Trends of the upcoming year reflect a profound change in contemporary society and convey uncertainty, the search for new experiences and approaches, in a well-defined color palette, showcasing dark neutrality.

According to research carried out by ColorWorks® (a branch of Clariant) and its four Centres (Sao Paolo, Chicago, Merate and Singapore), which annually define a “guide” for color trends of the upcoming year, ColorForward 2018, the latest palette will feature a range of intense yellows, reds, dark oranges and blues, alongside green and blue tonalities which together with natural colors, generate a concept of positivity and optimism.

Particularly well-suited to the world of interior design and contract, these colors match effortlessly with other tonalities, characterised by a more durable suitability for interior décor.

Ten out of the twenty colors identified and selected by ColorWorks® as representative of future international trends - the result of an analysis of emerging world movements, consumer attitudes and orientations which are influencing society - were presented in the previous Book, respectively in two stories: Nerdylicious and NewMorrow.

The first symbolises a trend increasingly open to nerd culture (fundamental in what has become a highly technological and digital world). The second is indicative of a heartfelt request for life style change and greater sustainability. This journey through color trends continues with the latest stories dedicated to 2018: Longitude, Latitude, Altitude and Through the Mirror, supported by the authoritative narrating voice Judith van Vliet, designer of ColorWorks Europe/EMEA (BU of the Plastics & Coatings section, Clariant) and Vice President of Communication & PR at Color Marketing Group.

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GPS coordinates which collectively constitute a metaphor of a trend focused on “digital nomads”.

Longitude, Latitude, Altitude describes a characterising trait of Millennials (whose key role within the sociological system became a topic of discussion in 2014): an incessant desire for freedom and continuous change. A positive restlessness which guides this generation towards the discovery of new places, people and experiences.

Judith van Vliet explains: “This trend has shown the first signs in April during the Milan Design Week: take, for example, proposals by Louis Vuitton or Base, Tortona, which have presented products for nomads and travellers, thus bringing attention to this theme. It has been estimated that in 2020 young people will embark on 320 international journeys, a 47% from 2013”.

“Modern gypsies” are also affiliated with the digital world and portable technology, enabling them to remain connected to the network and other “nomads”, wherever they are. Such openness means that they are major advocates for co-living and co-working projects, increasingly widespread in Europe and the USA. Co-working camps and workation initiatives (a term combining the words work and vacation) are cropping up everywhere, enabling freelances to work in destinations typically associated with re-

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laxation and holidays. Indeed, freelancers are major professional players within this trend: “37% of Freelancer.com members are 18 to 34 years old, so they are Millennials. By 2020, 40% of Americans will be part of this category, in their role as global citizens, contributing to the blending of cultures”.

Following on from this, colors are also a mix and match of tonalities traditionally belonging to nomad culture. Not least fuchsia by Nomadness which pays homage to a love of the Romani population and their energetic colors. Kaleido Tribe’s yellow expresses ties, communication and warmth.

It is proposed on a flexible material: rubber, alluding to the trend’s essential requirement of modularity and adaptability. The presence of green is inevitable, a natural continuation of focus on this tonality which was also featured in palettes from previous years: from sage in 2015 to milk-mint in 2016, this year’s cucumber and avocado by North Sense. This name is a focal point, directly taken from the latest experiment in cyborgism by Cyborg Nest: a chip fitted to the body which vibrates when aligned with the Earth’s magnetic field. The grey of Cirrus Aviaticus (identical to contrails) reflects new travelling and urban life styles. 50% of the world’s population lives in urban areas and this figure is set to rise to 75% by 2050. The brick red of Tierra Nueva symbolises new lands waiting to be explored, new experiences to be enjoyed throughout the world.

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Melting Souls

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Mūlādhāra

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More spirituality. A search for answers to the disorder surrounding contemporary society, confused and destabilised by injustice as well as moral and political chaos, has inevitably led to a greater desire for spirituality. In the past people turned to religion and today, young people in particular (approximately 60% of Millennials), are reaching out to an array of esoteric currents to fill a spiritual void.

“There is a term used to describe them: SBNR, which stands for Spiritual But Not Religious.

This does not mean that religion is over, rather it indicates that different elements are being taken from various religions to create a personal collage of spirituality”. Judith van Vliet continues: “This has generated a phenomenon of ‘open source spirituality’, where it is possible to embrace yoga, pilates, tantra and mindfulness. This attitude is still faced superficially, however there is a great degree of openness towards it. For example, last year the value of the wellness and spirituality markets, which are closely connected, amounted to 390 billion USD, so people are spending much more to feel better”.

Back in 2014 the company Pew Research estimated that 37% of Americans fell within the concept of SBNR. The Big Quiet was held a year later, a collective meditation event which took place in Central Park, New York. Those wishing to embark upon an autonomous journey of meditation can turn to Headspace, one of the most downloaded mindful-

ness apps. It comes as no surprise that there has been a surge in the popularity of ancient rituals, such as crystal healing, the import of eastern philosophical practices, such as “cannabis yoga classes” which are all the rage in cities such as Vancouver, Toronto and San Francisco.

This openness is also palpable with reference to death. Designers and architects are contributing towards eliminating western taboos on the topic, with the creation of ad hoc spaces and objects, such as the Death Café, Paris, a place where you can “meet to discuss death over cake and tea”.

The trend is expressed in tonalities which exude warm nuances, lightened by neutral tones.

The profound tonality of Melting Souls stands out in particular, somewhere between green and blue: a blend of colors which evokes the fusion of different souls and alter egos, into a single personality. Mirror, mirror on the wall... offers a cream white, illuminated from the inside by red pearls which accentuate the light effect of its color, with the intention of symbolically evoking introspective reflection, as recounted by the trend. Mūlādhāra consists of a dark red attenuated by a yellow dot, symbolising the lowest point of the seven chakras, pertaining to body energy. The orange in (a Sanskrit word used to denote a form of meditation where you stare into the flame of a candle), alludes to the third chakra, pertaining to the solar plexus. Nothingness symbolises the sense of inner void, with its dark purple nuances, identified as the color of spirituality since the dawn of time.

IFDM PRESENTS THE COLORS OF THE YEAR 2018 Nomadness and Melting Souls: two trend colors for 2018, analyzed

by Color Works® and narrated in the Color Stories of our September issue, are elected “Colors of the year 2018”

by IFDM. They will dress the covers of the Contract&Hospitality Book in the Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter editions for the next year.

NEW STORIES IN 2019 The next appointment is in March, for Color Trends 2019 and the related stories, in our SPRING-SUMMER issue!

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ENJOYING THE PROCESS Designing for the sheer pleasure of designing and accepting new challenges. A conversation with the most harmonious couple on the international interior design scene

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rom sharing a common space when they first started to work after graduating from Ryerson University, Toronto, to two design studios in Canada and the USA. George Yabu’s and Glenn Pushelberg’s professional path has truly sky rocketed since the early 80s, an ascending parabola on a directive between Toronto and New York. An unwaning characteristic of this ascent is the fire which continues to motivate them, clearly palpable when conversing with the duo. A passion for their work and continuous challenges just waiting to be designed. Globally acclaimed and multiple prize winning interior designers in the retail and hotelier sector, they embrace a holistic approach when developing projects for hotels, residences and shops, to achieve balance, emotive quality and all-round concept, resulting in facilities which remain contemporary and never succumb to trends. In 2017 alone, the duo designed seven hotels which have already opened or are opening soon: Park Hyatt Bangkok, Las Alcobas St Helena Napa Valley, Viceroy Dubai, Four Seasons Kuwait, The Edition Times Square, and two Moxy facilities in New York.

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What do you remember about the outset of your professional collaboration?

Glenn Pushelberg. We enjoyed working, we have always designed for the sheer satisfaction of doing so, we put our minds to all sorts of things, a shoe shop, a dry cleaner’s, for the sheer enjoyment of the design process. After a while we strove to take on better projects.

George Yabu. Profit was not our priority, we wanted to give the best of ourselves. This may seem naive, but our design ethos was based on passion coupled with the multiple possibilities of design. We also designed a photocopy shop, at a time when they still existed. It was supposed to be the most functional and beautiful photocopy shop ever seen.

What was your first experience in the hotelier sector?

GY. It was a stroke of luck and a veritable challenge for us, extremely stimulating, although we were somewhat disorientated because we made our debut in the sector by working simultaneously on two different hotels, the Four Seasons, Tokyo, with just 57 rooms, and the W Hotel Times Square, with 500 rooms. The difficult thing was that we had the same budget for both hotels and the W Hotel client told us we had a year to complete it. We managed it in 15 months, we were three months late because of the September 11 attacks in 2001.

GP. It took us three years to finish the Four Seasons in Tokyo. However, in this way we learnt a lot and fast.

How has the hospitality/hotelier sector changed since that first experience?

GP. For years we’ve been working for luxury brands such as the Four Seasons, Park Hyatt, with renowned characteristics, but I think that over the last five years the sector has become fragmented, pandering to specific types of clientele. A lot is changing and we continue to design hotels because every new assignment is a challenge, with objectives that are defined with increasing specificity by a specific clientele, requiring design solutions which are just as specific, with a different approach each time to attract a well-defined target.

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We believe that this is the future of hospitality.

For example, we’re working for Equinox, the fitness centre brand which now wishes to open a hotel (editor’s note: New York, Hudson Yards, expected to open in 2019), which responds to the lifestyle of its own clientele. As we got to grips with the project, we realised that it would make sense to focus on a narrow clientele segment which wishes to do sport and maintain a healthy lifestyle, even when they are travelling. The two projects for Moxy are another example, a sort of “starter hotel brand” (editor’s note: in New York, a new Marriot Group brand), with 12 sq m rooms for which we designed wall-suspended furnishings, ready for use if actually needed.

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Which projects leave you greater freedom for experimentation?

GP. In the hospitality sector resorts give the most freedom. We’re working on projects in Sicily and Montenegro which require extensive research into culture, architecture, local history, to create a modernity which is appropriate for the context, capable of improving the customers’ experience by giving them something new.

The retail sector is also suitable for experimentation; however, it is difficult to find clients who are willing to innovate. People are shifting their views on “why do I shop?”. I shop because it’s fun, entertaining, unique and not all retailers understand that point, so we’re keen to do more retail and to find the right client.

You are often associated with the word luxury, what does luxury mean for you?

GY. According to the latest Luxury Society report, we are now in a post luxury era. There is a level of luxury and exclusivity which people aspire to, and not everyone is able to reach, but there is also an idea of effortless luxury: you want it, but it’s less obvious, maybe a little less gloss, a little less shine, and I think that’s what people are looking for, it is not so obvious today.

GP. We have a resort project in Montenegro, to me it’s kind of that post luxury. It feels luxurious but has nothing to do with luxury. For example, room furnishings are matt, rough, blackened, hewn, it doesn’t feel manufactured, it feels luxurious, but it is not. We used macramé, which is part of the location’s culture and belongs to the mountains. To me it’s like getting the character of the place together, or the luxury of space, a sensation of quality given by the use of original materials or different techniques.

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You’re famous for your interiors.

But what is the relationship between interior design and the architecture which embraces it?

GY. In the hospitality world, the hotel experience is more important than the envelope of the architecture, and in fact sometimes the interiors tend to re-inform the envelope, often we have to fix the architecture when it is not suitable for the hotel experience.

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home, coming to something that has more life to it than a commercial building. Inside we focused on local artisan techniques, the location’s style, screens, plays on natural light in the lobby, reflections of screenings on floors to create an immaterial rug. In hospitality, you need to capture emotional qualities, which is about layering and about being sensitive to something that’s more emotional than intellectual.

GY. We like to think of our concepts are fuller, more complete and having an impact. What’s the message you’re giving to the customer at the outset of their hotel experience? Maybe that’s why a lot of our projects have lasted a long time.

In fact, I was about to ask about how your interiors hardly age.

GP. We’re not interested about trends, but we are interested in creating a point of view, and we are conscious that a hotel does have a poise, it is that balance that we’re looking for in our projects to give some character but also some longevity, some uniqueness. However, there is a difference compared to 10 years ago and we believe that a hotel must have “more layers, more moments”, much more than in the past, the ah ah moments, which distinguish the hotel.

What relationship do you have with your customers?

GY. The client is the hotel owner, but there are also other parties involved, such as the hotelier brand, and sometimes there is a lack of agreement.

It’s a tricky tension. The brand suggests how the hotel must be, the developer or the owner controls the budget, and the project can be considered a success when you manage to satisfy both parties.

GP. What counts for us designers is to lead and listen. For example, in the case of consolidated brands, 5 stars, such as the Four Seasons, we believe that they must think of their future customers, because it will take 5-10 years before the hotel is finished. We try to objectify the process, we challenge clients, sometimes fighting this battle for a long time. The challenge is fighting for what we believe is the right answer, and then giving up when we think others have better answers.

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The alchemist’s workshop A captivating surreal atmosphere, with views reminiscent of a film. Jackalope, in Australia, is not only a hotel: it is an experience

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he boutique hotel’s name is very revealing. “Jackalope” is an imaginary animal that combines, in name and appearance, a jackrabbit and antelope, resulting in a kind of horned rabbit. Legend tells us that these shy, elusive animals can perfectly imitate the human voice. At the hotel entrance, guests are greeted by an impressive 7-metre-high sculpture that represents this curious creature, created by local artist Emily Floyd. The names of the rooms, restaurants and bar also embrace the theme of these legendary creatures that lurk within the building. This is just the beginning of the concept devised by entrepreneur Louis Li, who moved to Melbourne in 2006 to study cinematography.

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wine-growing region. Louis Li aims to offer a high-end hotel for demanding guests who can enjoy an experience in this hotel that encompasses art, design, food and wine, as well as history.

Li’s “production” is the result of a collaboration with the Carr Design Group firm for the building’s design, with Fabio Ongarato Design for the brand identity and with Zuster, an Australian furniture company. The result is a sophisticated, sustainable building with a bold silhouette, covered with dark zinc, carbonized wood and metal details, enhanced by a collection of art, objects, furniture and installations specially created for this project. Inside, there are 46 bedrooms, two restaurants (Doot Doot Doot and Rare Hare), the Flaggerdoot bar, with a design reminiscent of a David Lynch film, and a 30-m infinity pool, all surrounded by vineyards that stretch into the horizon. The hotel entrance is a pavilion that connects the historic architecture and the contemporary part. The lounge area and the bar are located in the original 18th-century cottage, which has been meticulously restored.

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The interior, which has a dark, mysterious atmosphere, is reminiscent of an alchemist’s laboratory with tubes, stills and glass jars lining the walls, a marble counter and exquisite items such as the Edra gold leather armchair and an electric blue pool table. All illuminated with lines of bright LEDs that form complicated circuits on the ceiling. The Doot Doot Doot restaurant also has an alchemist theme: the spectacular ceiling installation by Jan Flook, consisting of endless bubbles that combine to form a cloud made of bulbs, created by Carr and Fabio Ongarato Design.

Rare Hare, the winery restaurant designed by Projects of Imagination, features large windows and offers guests a truly immersive “wine experience”. The bedrooms, which contain shades of gold, silver, copper and bronze, range from 38 sq m (Terrace Room) to the 85 sq m Lairs room, with full-height windows that transport guests into the surrounding nature. The bathrooms contain deep

black Japanese bath tubs and rain showers, with Hunter Lab beauty products made with grapes from the hotel’s vineyards. The infinity pool boasts a view of the surrounding vineyard and a pavilion that offers a lounge service, solarium and area for treatments and massages or private dinners.

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Jackalope is located in the Mornington Peninsula, a wine growing region. The owner aims to offer a high-end hotel for demanding guests who can enjoy art, design, food and wine, as well as history

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Client/Owner: Louis Li Developer: JKLP Group Architectural design: Carr design group Landscape Design: Taylor Cullity Lethlean Interior design: Fabio Ongarato Furnishings: custom design by Zuster, Edra Artists: Emily Floyd (7m Jackalope sculpture), Jan Flook (10,000 light bulb chandelier in Doot Doot Doot), Andrew Hazewinkel (9 agate face busts sculptures) Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: Sharyn Cairns

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Tropical attitude The Oasia Hotel, Far East Hospitality’s new “darling”, located in downtown Singapore, certainly does not go unnoticed. It redesigns the city skyline with its striking façade, a vertical garden by WOHA architects, and features the high aesthetic standards of interior designer Patricia Urquiola

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ou cannot help but notice the original silhouette that stands out on Singapore’s horizon. Covered by twenty-one different species of climbing plants, with lush green foliage that contrasts with the five shades of red, orange and pink of the foamed aluminium panels, the building can be clearly recognized amidst its grey, rigorous surroundings. It is none other than the new Oasia Hotel, one of Far East Hospitality’s newest prestigious hotels, based in the heart of the Central Business District.

The award-winning WOHA architectural firm, which designed the project, specifically wanted to give it a distinct tropical look to contrast with the concrete-dominated city centre and to enable customers, visiting for both business and pleasure, to “disconnect” in an oasis of peace and wellbeing.

Sustainability, livability and humanity: these are the underlying concepts of the building, which contains 27 floors that open, at different levels, onto three-dimensional hanging gardens that are wide open like large windows. This design is intended to naturally ventilate the entire building, which also contains a swimming pool, a panoramic 360° view and an open-air garden on the roof.

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relaxation and socializing, provide natural light and air. They were designed as urban verandas, in addition to the lawn – perfect for yoga and meditation – on the 12th floor, which also contains the lobby and the fully-equipped 24-hour gym.

The city’s dynamic, multi-cultural society inspired Patricia Urquiola’s design of the hotel interior.

The designer emphasized the use of colour and mixed different styles to make the interior more personal and contemporary, while preserving the identity of the place, because, as she puts it, “when you wake up, you want to know where you are.”

The building’s empty spaces and decompression particularly drew her attention, those “non-places” that Urquiola has managed to transform into new housing and socializing models. She was responsible for the creation of the sky terrace, which tastefully combines the relaxation areas of the restaurant, cocktail bars and gardens. Other contributions included the unconventional, but functional interpretation of the poolside chaise longue 40 | IFDM

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Client/Owner: Far East SOHO Pte Ltd Hotel operator: Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore/Far East Hospitality Architectural design: WOHA Interior design: Studio Patricia Urquiola Furnishings: Falcon Incorporation, Flos, Hansgrohe, Hemsley Holding, Kettal, Kimta Electric, Kone, Moroso, Relex Illumination, Technolite, TMG Projects, Tropical Environment, Yi Wee Pools and Fountains Author: Petra Ruta Photo credits: K. Kopter, Patrick Bingham-Hall

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designed by Kettal and positioned at water level; the series of alcoves, unusual meeting spaces and lounge chairs specially designed and scattered to encourage guests to linger; as well as all the natural elements, such as copper and wood, repeatedly used for the interior and exterior. All the furniture in the 314 rooms was entirely designed and customized by the designer for Oasia Hotel and she was also involved in the layout of the Superior and Deluxe rooms. The outstanding Hansgrohe brand, among others, was used for the bathrooms.

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Privacy is sacred Situated about two hours from Bangkok and over looking the Gulf of Thailand, Hotel Bocage is quite unlike the rest of the local offering, which is saturated by oversized, resort-style hotels. Instead, it provides an intimate, sophisticated welcome based on privacy and exclusivity, the fruit of the work of architect Duangrit Bunnag and management company Louis T Collection

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e all know that to gauge the quality of a hotel, you have to look at the quantity of added extras provided for the clientele. However, at the higher end of the market, it’s the very essence of hospitality that makes the biggest difference. It should be contained, intimate – like a home. The quality of your stay should be determined by what you feel during it, according to Thai architect Duangrit Bunnag and luxury hospitality company Louis T Collection, part of The Getz Group of Companies, for whom the new Hotel Bocage is the second property in Thailand. Opened in early 2017 in the district of Hua Hin, the hotel provides a stark contrast with the large, complex Asian hotels in the surrounding area, opting instead for a small-scale, soft approach.

The hotel’s biggest strength is its simplicity,

Client/Owner: Hotel Bocage Hua Hin Hotel operator: Louis T Collection Architectural design and interior: Duangrit Bunnag Furnishings: Porro, Living Divani Bathrooms: Antoniolupi Author: Petra Ruta Photo credits: DBALP, courtesy of Louis T Collection

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authentic and pure. It is an intimate haven, yet exclusive and sophisticated at the same time, where privacy is the real draw. Guests can access their rooms using nothing but a smartphone, while a hotel restaurant is not included in favour of room service and personalised dishes, allowing guests to discover the many nearby cafes and restaurants at their own discretion. For visitors wishing to explore the surrounding area, the hotel provides a personal transfer and tour service – in Mercedes Benz vehicles, no less – thanks to a partnership with Star Flag. To ensure guests are truly looked after in silent abnegation, the hotel has just six rooms ranging from 42 to 75sq m, with elegant, open-plan rooms alternating with minimal suites whose wow factor is provided by the sea view. And of course, privacy is total. Yet what really makes a stay here unforgettable is the sheer elegance of the interior furnishings, with pieces by renowned Italian brands adding personality to every space. The most obvious of these is Porro, whose practical Storage walk-in closet merges seamlessly with the rooms.

Its simple structure and clean lines are presented in the dark tone of coal oak or the more neutral

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hemlock ash with visible veining. In the centre of the living area stands out the contemporary bronze-effect Ferro table designed by Piero Lissoni.

An iconic Porro piece, it is made from sheet metal folded and welded into its finished form. The bedrooms feature Lissoni’s Offshore night table, with its internal drawer and storage compartment, as well as the Lipla double bed by Jean Marie Massaud, covered with fabric upholstery. Meanwhile, the white Join table by Decoma Design, with its circular table top, is crowned by Piero Lissoni’s Neve chairs and Christophe Pillet’s leather H. Chairs, shaped like a soft shell which curves round to gently caress the human anatomy. The Modern desk with inbuilt drawer, suspended from a wall panel, is a sleek, multi-functional feature which serves as a writing desk, closed storage unit and shelf all at once. Finally, the Modern bench with stylised, blade-shaped legs completes the TV area. Joining Porro on this Thai adventure is Living Divani, who supplied the sofas, and Antoniolupi, who provided the bathroom fixtures and freestanding bathtubs.

Together, these Italian companies have created a symphony of understated luxury free from eccentricity, where clean, formal lines, practicality and stunning, contemporary design are unified by the unerring pursuit of comfort. Welcome to Hotel Bocage.

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Luxury experience From a large trading square, customs or warehouse, Fondaco dei Tedeschi has transformed into a large luxury emporium in the heart of Venice

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ne of Venice’s most majestic buildings, a short distance away from the Rialto Bridge over the Grand Canal, is Europe’s latest destination for travellers in search of a quality culinary and shopping experience.

With its first European shop T Fondaco dei Tedeschi, DFS Group, world luxury travel retail leader, is participating in this refined renovation.

The building, with a 7,000 sq m retail area, develops over four floors, in a restoration project by the architect Rem Koolhaas (OMA), with furnishings designed by Jamie Fobert. The bar restaurant AMO is located in the courtyard, for a break or a moment of relaxation. Designed by Philippe Starck, it was developed in partnership with one of the biggest names in Italian catering: the Alajmo brothers. The restaurant presents itself as a metaphor of Venice. High-backed, dark leather sofas are inspired by gondolas, glassware is by Murano glass makers, and the walls are laden with portrayals of the Venetian carnival.

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Owner: Edizione Property S.p.a.

Lessee: DFS Group Developer: Sacaim - Rizzani de Eccher Architectural design: Rem Koolhaas, OMA Interior design: Jamie Fobert Architects Project management: F&M Ingegneria Furnishings: Merotto Milani, MobilProject, Molteni, Paolo Castelli, Schweitzer Lightings: commercial space designed & customized

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and jewellery, along with a meticulous selection of food products, wines and local crafts.

An intense red escalator designed by OMA leads to the first floor with clothes, jewellery and accessory collections for women by various designer brands including Bulgari, Damiani, Fendi, Lanvin, Max Mara, Tiffany & Co and Valentino.

Venice’s only multi-brand space dedicated to luxury watches is located on the second floor, with brands such as Cartier, Hublot, Omega and Panerai. The same floor is also home to a selection of suits and men’s accessories by Brioni, Burberry, Salvatore Ferragamo, Moncler, Ermenegildo Zegna. The third floor is truly a paradise for women, with Venice’s most exclusive shoe salon.

The Event Pavilion is located on the last floor, a venue for cultural events and exhibitions, looking out onto a panoramic terrace offering splendid views of Venice. The site-specific installation Waterbones by the Italian artist Loris Cecchini will be on display until November 27th 2017 at the Pavilion.

T Fondaco dei Tedeschi, with a 7,000 sq m retail area, develops over four floors of the Venetian majestic building, in a restoration project by the architect Rem Koolhaas (OMA)

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Into the wild In Amanera, a Dominican resort that belongs to the Aman hotel chain, you can immerse yourself in unspoilt nature and pamper yourself with beauty in all its different forms. For physical and mental well-being

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ou rarely find such a combination of spectacular elements. The cliff overlooks the Playa Grande beach. Lush jungle with ancient trees and royal palms set against the green Northern Cordillera mountain range.

The whole region, an unspoilt, sparsely populated expanse, offers a variety of landscapes that include fascinating desert areas, scenic waterfalls and quiet towns. On the wild coast in the north of the Dominican Republic, the Amanera resort, the crown jewel of the Aman brand, renowned for its “special refuges�, extends over 2000 acres of land and encompasses a golf course, a spa, a fitness centre, a beach club and paradise-like housing solutions. The project was entrusted to the expertise of John Heah, who dealt with every aspect, promoting the extraordinary view of the landscape, minimizing environmental impact and integrating the buildings in an almost virgin context. The 25 casitas and the rest of the complex are perfectly camouflaged with the green summits, jagged coasts and undulating slopes.

Water is the dominant visual and auditory element.

The ocean, which is captivating from every angle, was enhanced by Heah with liquid mirrors along the access paths that cross the private gardens and the lobby. 13 residences have private swimming pools and the main swimming pool in the common area features artificial waterfalls.

Architecturally, the design attempts to maintain the essence of the place, starting with the roofs, whose slim concrete slabs enable the creation of hanging gardens and allow rainwater to easily drain. Inside the residences, false ceilings have been removed, exposing the finely worked, multifaceted concrete, supported by slender concrete columns that are softened by the use of wood.

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stone from the local quarries, Greek marble, ceramic coatings hand-made by Aguayo natives mixed with Dominican art objects to evoke the spirit of the country. Everything is especially custom-designed by the designer, who took tireless and meticulous care over every detail, from the carpentry finishes to all the various furniture, lighting, wash basins, rugs, special water containers, biscuit box, espresso spoons, candles and soap.

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ocean-side holes in the western hemisphere.

Spread over 370 acres and originally designed by renowned architect Sir Robert Trent Jones, the course was later completed by his son Rees Jones who, following his father’s footsteps, totally renovated it. There are 10 holes distributed along the coast and numerous bays formed by jagged cliffs, accompanied by unique views of precipitous clusters and windy plateaus that will thrill any golf addict. The resort also features a spa, with personalized programmes, a fitness centre, a public area – the Casa Grande, which also contains a library and a cigar bar – and a private event venue – Club de Playa – hidden in a sandy creek. The name Amanera is a combination of aman, “peace” in Sanskrit, and era, which means “water” in Taíno, the extinct language of the Caribbean’s indigenous people.

A name that encapsulates the resort’s philosophy.

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On the wild coast in the north of the Dominican Republic, the Amanera resort extends over 2000 acres of land and encompasses a golf course, a spa, a fitness centre, a beach club and paradise-like “casitas”

Client/Owner: Aman Architectural and interior design: Heah &Co. Golf Course Design: Rees Jones Interior design: Heah & Co Furnishings: all custom-made by Heah & Co, B&B Italia Author: Petra Ruta Photo credits: courtesy of Aman Resorts, Hotels, Residences

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Paris

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The third life of Les Bains A Belle Époque bathhouse and 80s cult nightclub transformed into a boutique hotel. The new Les Bains exudes a powerful allure of memory and charm, where it is possible to remain in contact with the past and present, thanks to the architect Vincent Bastie and interior decorators Tristan Auer and Denis Montel

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arcel Proust once revelled in its warm vapours, Depeche Mode took its stage by storm, the likes of Mick Jagger, David Bowie, Jean-Michel Basquiat all partied hard here, the place where Philippe Starck’s name was first launched. The history of number 7 rue du Bourg l’Abbé is anything but dull: the Paris-based venue was once a spa, a meeting place for Bohemians during the Belle Époque, an internationally renowned nightclub frequented by the most famous jet setters, and birthplace of timeless stars. Here, in the heart of Marais, a neighbourhood characterised by a unique style, pride and joy of the third arrondissement, a charming yet transgressive building has been transformed into a clubhouse and hotel, duly called Les Bains, thanks to the artist and film-

maker Jean-Pierre Marois. A profound awareness of the facility’s ‘immaterial value’, owned by his family since the late Sixties, further encouraged Marois’ plans for a reconstruction ensuring the conservation of its memory, even more so than its structure. He explains: “My wish is for guests to perceive the stratification of time on the site, the incredible stories which occurred and the lives it touched”. The award-winning architect Vincent Bastie and interior decorators Tristan Auer and Denis Montel (RDAI), have been entrusted with this delicate task, skilfully maintaining the building’s resplendent aura, with the addition of extremely tasteful and highimpact personalisations. This is clearly visible in the extraordinary façade, an overwhelmingly humane masterpiece, in contrast with a series of

Client/Owner: Jean-Pierre Marois Architectural design: Vincent Bastie Interior design: rooms&suites, Salon Chinois and Club by Tristan Auer. Bar and patios restaurant

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interior lacquer red pillars which drip from the ceiling, in a vivid allusion to the building’s spa heritage, merging on the floor. Daring solutions reinvent spaces, in full respect of the building’s heritage. Bastie has succeeded in radically reconfiguring volumes through their amplification.

The location’s spirit is evoked and enriched by new colours, a masterful entwining of past and present offers technological reinterpretations of 19th century allusions. The original flooring is a clear example, restored to create a gradual optical play which progresses, transforming the décor into a suggestive, morphing cinematographic effect.

A wall offers further contrast through the simplicity of materials such as porcelain stoneware, matched with the complexity of treatments: one million and 800 thousand tiles, entirely painted, shaped and laid by hand. The curved and perforated ceiling, finished on-site, offers high acoustic performance, thanks to a special finishing.

Integrated lighting, air conditioning and loud speaker elements also contribute towards creating a comfortable and cocoon-like ambience.

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Thirty-nine rooms and suites and a top floor penthouse for a five star experience, conveyed using sophisticated velvets, white marble, fine wood and porcelain and entirely custom-made furnishings. Special tributes abound, such as the special edition rug which pays homage to Serge Gainsbourg, and the sofa dedicated to Warhol, featuring alongside bottles of Les Bains eau de cologne, Le Labo fragrances and satin damask bedlinen bearing the hotel’s embroidered logo.

Lastly, the building’s double soul manifests itself at Les Bains in a relaxing and protective daytime ambience which contrasts with exciting evenings animated by music and DJ sets. For a hotel which never sleeps.

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Entirely Made in Italy interiors in India Architects and numerous Italian companies are the protagonists of the recently completed Trump Towers, a luxury residential complex in Pune

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oth Trump Towers stand out against the Pune skyline, each 25 storeys high, featuring a screened glass enclosure enveloping structures with square and angular lines.

India’s first Trump brand residential complex was completed in 2017 by Panchshil Realty, in this rapidly expanding Maharashtran city, both in terms

of economy and demography. 150 kilometres from Mumbai and already renowned as home to numerous universities and the Osho International Meditation Centre, over the last few years the city has become the country’s fourth industrial city.

Upon entering the vast columned lobby, the façade’s dark essentialism is contrasted by the

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symmetrical alternation of horizontal and vertical Travertino silver marble surfaces, with warm rosĂŠ colours and lenghty, longitudinal veining.

Illuminated bronze niches, sculptures, lamps and cuts of light, upholstery and rugs all complete different areas while attenuating the space’s monumentality. The investor has opted for spacious apartments and common spaces with a metropolitan and contemporary feel, vast glass openings and a sophisticated interior design project envisioning even the finest of details, by Studio Matteo Nunziati, involving Made in Italy companies such as B&B Italia, Coro, Fiam, Flexform, Flou, FontanaArte, i4 Mariani, La Murrina, Lema, Molteni&C and Teuco. A total of 46 single residences occupy 400 sq m of an entire floor, with five bedrooms, six bathrooms, two kitchens and a lounge area offering panoramic views of the city. Travertino co-

The residential towers have spacious apartments and common spaces with a metropolitan and contemporary feel, and a sophisticated interior design project envisioning even the finest of details

Developer and architectural design: Panchshil Realty Interior Design: Studio Matteo Nunziati Furnishings: B&B Italia, Coro, Fiam, Flexform, Flou, i4 Mariani, Lema, Molteni&C, Teuco Lightings: FontanaArte, La Murrina Author: Valentina Costa Photo credits: Max Zambelli

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herently reappears in the apartments, in the same enveloping and relaxing tonalities, in two-metrelong strips which exalt its polyhedric stripings, such as in the generous lounge area, divided into different functional zones with the insertion of transparent partitions. Full-height decorated glass panels delimit spaces between the entrance and

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lounge area, conferring intimacy but also lightness.

Numerous common spaces or public areas are available for residents, such as the concierge with ground floor waiting areas, an art gallery and, on the first storey podium floor, a terrace with swimming pool, fitness and yoga areas, spa and two massage rooms, a multi-use space, business centre and poker hall.

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WONDER. US 90, VALENTINE (TEXAS) | PRADA MARFA ART PROJECT | ELMGREEN & DRAGSET Apparently, a Prada store in the heart of the Texan Desert, along Route 90, among endless spaces and dry vegetation, in formal contrast to the sophistication of the collections of the Italian Maison displayed

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in the window shop, among bags and shoes provided by Miuccia Prada herself. Actually, an unusual and suggestive space for art exhibitions.

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The inspiration comes from Chinese jade and contemporary interpretation of calligraphy. The experience is like in a shadowy painting scene with the power of nature like waves and thunders of a waterfall.

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THE UNSTOPPABLE MR SCHRAGER Exactly 40 years after the opening of the legendary Studio 54, a piece of New York history, Ian Schrager resolved to propose a different concept of luxury hospitality

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fter launching the concept of boutique hotel during the 80s and 90s, in New York with Morgans, Paramount and Royalton, or in Miami Beach with Delano, Mr. Schrager founded the Ian Schrager Company which has been developing real estate projects for hotels and residential complexes since 2005, including 40 Bond and 50 Gramercy Park North, or the more recent 215 Christies and 160 Leroy, with architecture and interiors designed by Herzog&De Meuron and John Pawson, confirming a habit of involving international architects and designers in his projects.

With the brand EDITION, created together with Marriott International, along with three hotels in London (2103), Miami Beach (2014) and New York (2015), he has added a new chapter to his own career and to the evolution of luxury hospitality.

PUBLIC, the newly inaugurated New York hotel, aims to propose a new way of offering hospitality while also updating the concept of luxury which is no longer linked to financial resources but to sensations of wellness and enjoyment.

author: Alessandra Bergamini portrait photo: Ian Schrager Studio projects photo: Nikolas Koenig

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Tell me a little bit about your background and your upbringing.

I was born in the Bronx, which you could say is a provincial borough of New York City and I moved to Brooklyn when I was in the 5th grade. We were a lower middle-class family. I had a brother, sister, mother and father; we were a very close-knit family.

I had a typical upbringing and we were all very close. We were ambitious and aspirational.

In the late Seventies you were the inner workings of Studio 54. Then why hotels, what appealed to you about hospitality?

Even though on the surface nightclubs don’t look like hotels, they are in the same business. They’re both in the hospitality business; they’re both trying to look after their guests. One is a bit more civilised – hotels being more civilised – but hotels, restaurants and nightclubs all have the same goal of looking after your customers, so I think hotels were a logical progression.

What is luxury today?

What made it change and how did it change?

Luxury is very different to the way it was in previous years and I think that’s rightly so. It should change; everything changes. Luxury has also changed. What has basically happened is that the wealth is now scarcer than it once was. Luxury is no longer defined by how much something costs

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or a business classification; it is defined by how it makes you feel. Does it lift your spirits? Does it make you feel good? It’s just a different criterion than the one left over bygone era.

My parents might have based their idea of luxury on financial exclusivity or maybe some kind of financial snobbery; I think that is irrelevant today.

All people care about is having an elevated experience and being treated nicely. I think luxury is defined not by how much something costs, but how it makes you feel.

What makes PUBLIC so different and unique in your mind?

I think it is visually incredibly sophisticated; it is a new kind of look and a very special kind of visual stimulation. More importantly, it is an anomaly; an oxymoron. It is true luxury but at a great price. Those two things are not joined together very often but I think if you can pull that off, it’s a really unique experience. The realisation that luxury only depends upon how you feel and whether or not you are receiving an elevated experience is key. We’re able to provide the same luxury service and same luxury experience that you might find somewhere else at ten times the price. It’s luxury that’s accessible to everybody.

I think it’s good for people and it’s good for society because it is a peoples’ hotel. That’s what makes it different to anything else out there.

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What does it mean to have a People’s Hotel to you?

Anybody and everybody who wants to stay there can. It’s not restricted by an arbitrary price. If you like it and it appeals to your sensibility, you have the opportunity of staying there. It’s like taking luxury and making it democratic. It’s a really important idea. It’s the opposite of elitist, but it’s still just as sophisticated. It’s making it accessible to everybody and anybody who wants it.

25 years of hotel life, what does that mean to you and what are hotels to you now vs then?

I think the hotel business is not always so responsive as to what people want and I don’t think it always leads people where they want to go. Mine it’s more of a social approach in finding out what people want and delivering it to them. That was my approach with night clubs, with apartments, and that has been my approach with hotels to this day.

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What does it take for a hotel to have that right energy and sense of place?

The hotel is supposed to manifest the location it is in, the people in and around that locations and the time it is. It should manifest the social habits and be a microcosm of the best of what the city has to offer. When you are able to tap into that local zeitgeist, that is where the energy comes from. When people visit a place, they don’t want to leave it behind when they go into the hotel; they want that experience to continue. You need to keep that spirit when you go into the hotel.

That is where the energy comes from.

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Between past and future For WeWork’s new headquarters in Shanghai, the Linehouse design duo plays with layers of history and with roles, lending the pragmatic setting a poetic atmosphere

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vents venue? Bar? Social space? Office?

Fashion house? WeWork’s location in Weihai Lu, Shanghai, muddies the waters, but immediately sets you at ease. In fact, it makes you want to stay for a while. This is precisely the mission of the founders of the WeWork

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co-working spaces organization, which has offices all over the world. “When we began in 2010,” explain Miguel McKelvey, Adam Neumann and Rebekah Neumann (all very young), “we wanted more than one shared space to work – the aim was to build a community, a place in which you

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can preserve your own individuality, but be part of a group.” The Linehouse architecture and interior design firm perfectly interpreted this concept, investigating the rituals of everyday life by transforming them into performances. A holistic approach that, through various creative disciplines, creates different experiences for those who enjoy them. The emotional impact begins with the building, a brick structure built at the start of the century in a residential district in the heart of Shanghai. It once hosted an opium factory and later an artist’s residence. The first act was to celebrate the past of this intense structure with joyful, fun brushstrokes, giving it the atmosphere of a grand hotel that takes the hand of those who enter and leads them on an unexpected journey of extravagance, curiosity and festivity.

After crossing the traditional Chinese alley and entering the road, you find yourself before walls and asphalt painted pink, with a series of festive hanging lights. The designers played with the existing layer of historic architectural elements and industrial “additions”, placing the reception where the encounter between the two elements is most evident. The reception counter is covered with 88 | IFDM

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wood panels salvaged from the site, surrounded by a concrete base. A bronze grill houses hanging lamps, creating a line design and a blue neon sign, found in a gallery of modern design pieces of the 20th century, with the words “Ring For Service”.

Inside, the existing steel structure is highlighted by the ivy green colour with which it has been repainted, enhanced by a staircase that snakes along a circulation space connecting it to the three upper floors: it is fun and imposing, covered with triangular oak panels and featuring an outer part coloured with different shades of blue that lend it different colour intensities depending on the position. Once you reach the top, you can continue to smile with wallpaper depicting giant, handpainted gold-coloured poppy flowers. The original brick and stone façade of the central atrium was maintained, but enriched by an enchanting courtyard that redefines the space and hosts various lounges and informal areas. Marble, the material used here, brings more colour with diagonal stripes in blue, green, pink and pastel grey that involve both the walls and the floor, producing a rug effect. All around, a bronze structure recreates the room effect in an area extended with mirrors,

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The original brick and stone façade of the central atrium was maintained, but enriched by a courtyard that redefines the space and hosts various lounges and informal areas

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artworks and hanging shelves. Meanwhile a real light installation, custom-designed and made up of a mesh of wiring and hooks with glass units, plays a functional but decorative role. The bar, which has a tropical style, is also a pleasant surprise, featuring wallpaper that envelops the perimeter walls with designs of ‘20s Shanghai women reinterpreted with zebra-patterned clothes and flashy jewels. Everything is custom-designed and custom-made, including the bathroom tiles with pink and green geometric designs, the mirror and the original bronze wall lights.

Client/Owner: WeWork Architectural and interior design: Linehouse Furnishings: on design by Linehouse and made by local supplier, Hay, Muuto, Very Good & Proper, Why Knot Lightings: lighting installation on design by Linehouse, Bentu, Jamy Yang, Tiwu Design Author: Petra Ruta Photo credits: Dirk Weiblen, Jonathan Leijonhufvud

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A rich blend of history and nature, spaces and decor Designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) and winner of two prestigious Design Awards, the new Four Seasons Kyoto amazes in virtue of its size, the sheer elegance and rigour with which it inserts itself in the greenery of a centuries-old garden and its seasonal changes

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t is as though nature is whispering, in Kyoto, even if its recurring events leave their unequivocal touch with the passing of each season. Cherry trees break into blossom in the spring, moss basks in the shade of luxuriant trees in the summer, maples which turn red in the autumn and the silent cloak of snow which resets the cycle, in preparation for all things new.

Therefore, it was only natural that Kyoto, so reluctant to reveal its secrets, was selected by the Four Seasons as the perfect solution for guests who have every intention of discovering these treasures. The actual resort site certainly makes this easier: the near thousand-year-old garden Shakusuien Ikeniwa is located a few minutes away from the centre and is immersed in centuries of history. For Hirsch Bedner Associates, the studio which designed the project, consideration

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of the place’s uniqueness becomes an intellectual elaboration both of mankind’s ties with nature, and of the continuity of a symbolically rich tradition of spaces and elements. Narrative structures are almost always supported by a highly evident geometry which is inserted as a rhythmic sign between fragments of greenery and the pond’s placid waters. Hosts are welcomed in the lobby, along a bamboo forest which leads to a sanctuary.

This spacious interior was designed in collaboration with the Japanese artist Ramon Todo and is reminiscent of a Zen garden, with its Aji stone pavements, moved by plays on light created by brise-soleils in shoji paper, fluttering along ample glass walls. The 123 rooms and suites, along with 57 residences, reinterpret traditional Japanese homes and the regal concision of their forms.

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tatami, washi paper lampshades, bathrooms with stone walls and a luxurious rain shower which simulates a water fall in a bamboo forest. This refined Four Season’s hospitality extends to an array of other services: a wedding chapel, a spa with heated pool, a dance hall, the Shakusui-tei tea house, meeting rooms, where overall simplicity is teased by intricate sculptures, and four refreshments and dining facilities, including the brasserie designed by Kokaistudios, located between the hall and garden, becoming the main public space, representative of the entire resort. The long façade between the restaurant and garden, along the entire hotel complex’s northern side, is a transparent diaphragm over the landscape. It constitutes a core around which the interior develops, according to a clean and imperative wooden architecture, defining three different functions. A double-height lounge area is located at the entrance, with a bar in the central area, characterised by a continuous, 92 | IFDM

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15-metre-long stone counter made using an ancient local artisan technique, and lastly the dining room, featuring a series of bamboo structures conceived as nests which invite you to retreat and withdraw. Meticulous attention to the selection and processing of materials is completed with the choice of European furnishings for outdoor areas.

Client/Owner: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Architectural and interior design: Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) Interior design Brasserie: Kokaistudios Main suppliers: Stone, Antolini Luigi & C., G.A Co., Henge Furnishings: Armani Casa, Dedar, Garrett Leather, Gervasoni, Hosoo, Japan Sakura Seisakusho, Manas, Ritzwell, Tiger Leather, Veranda Lighting: Ricardo Lighting Timber: Maruhon, Tabu Carpets: Brintons Carpet Singapore, Couristan Carpets Wallcovering: Goodrich Global Singapore, Tapetex bv, Teruki Ishigani Sangetsu Shoji paper/Urushi material: Eriko Horiki Ass (feature wall), Kamism, Precious Pieces (Hiro Odaira), Yamauchi Urushi Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Will Pryce, Seth Powers (Brasserie)

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Do you want to play?

Joy and amazement. These are the emotions that Wheat Youth Arts Hotel in Hangzhou, China, elicits in its guests, charming them with a welcoming, playful lullaby

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rossing the entrance to the Wheat Youth Arts Hotel is an unconventional experience. It is reminiscent of when, as a child, you used to go to schoolmates’ houses and their bedroom became a fantastic new world waiting to be discovered. You are not simply entering a hotel, but a place that beckons with its index fin-

ger and winks at you. Inevitably, you immediately forget what you have left behind you, absorbed by details that attract your attention. The entrance is also unusual: it is housed within a shopping mall in the Binjiang District of Hangzhou, China, a city that attracts more and more tourism and is currently experiencing an industry and property

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The hotel is provocative, irreverent and intentionally beguiling. It invites guests in the “game of playing the game”, making them humorous, though elegant, stars

boom. The hotel is provocative, irreverent and intentionally beguiling. Rather than annoying guests, it invites them to participate in the “game of playing the game”, making them humorous, yet always elegant, stars. The hotel’s magic touch stems from the X+Living firm and its founder Li Xiang, a designer who took pleasure in amusing people who, when they arrive in the hall, are welcomed by a large orange-yellow “hello”. Or, overpowering traditional methods of communication, visitors can admire everything on offer by looking directly inside a case positioned like a painting.

The lobby, which is highly organized, resembles a studio or living room with bookcases on all the walls and a series of alcoves made of glass for relaxing on sofas and chairs custom-made by the firm, like all the rest of the furniture in the building; the reception is designed around a recess with a ceramic dog that plays the double role of welcoming guests and marking out a boundary with its chain. In this room, the designer took inspiration from Chinese checkers for the design of the stools and of the large panel that decorates the wall with a world map. The corridors are aesthetically “dry”, but visually powerful thanks to their striking graffiti and skittle-shaped decorations on the ceiling that are reminiscent of bowling. Li Xiang aimed to stimulate recreational activities by placing a piano in the corridor of each level – “a communication tool between foreigners,” he explains – and an easel with a lot of canvases and 98 | IFDM

pencils inside the bedrooms. The rooms, stripped of excess, purifies the mind and set you at ease thanks to the minimal furniture in which even the wardrobe is reduced to its essential function, along with the bed, desk, bath tub, which is embedded in the wood, and the TV, which is totally concealed by a sliding painting. If you then want to spend time in the hotel’s coffee shop, you can continue to dream, contemplating the tiny figures of parachutists suspended below the light fixtures, because Xiang believes that “flying is the most graceful posture for embracing the world.”

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Client/Owner: Zhao Jing Hotel operator: Hangzhou Wheat Tip Hotel Management Co., Ltd. Interior design: X+Living/LI Xiang Design team: FAN Chen, CHEN Dan, WU Feng, ZHANG Xiao, REN Li-Jiao Furnishings: custom-made, designed by X+Living Lightings: custom-made, designed by X+Living Author: Petra Ruta Photo credits: Shao Feng

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The Krasnodar Coliseum Krasnodar Stadium, in southern European Russia, is nicknamed Krasnodar Coliseum due to its classical external structure, which is divided into different levels and characterized by columns at regular intervals reminiscent of the Coliseum in Rome

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he ultramodern, technological atmosphere of the interior, which covers a total area of 116,248 sq m, designed by Maxim Rymar architectural studio, contrasts with the more classical architecture designed by Gerkan, Marg and Partners (gmp), which resembles an ancient amphitheatre supported by Italian travertine columns. The exceptions to this classical style are the cutting-edge roof and the high-resolution, 4,700 sq m video screen installed along the edge of the stands. The idea was to create a place similar to a theatre that could host sensational matches and competitions. With their solemn, yet welcoming appearance, the atriums resemble the foyers.

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inside, featuring the same type of stone with more delicate, varied workmanship. In the halls in front of the central desks, the walls are lined with massive raw travertine blocks that are reflected in the mirrored ceiling, recalling the solemn atmosphere of a museum. The other walls, which surround green poufs and chairs, are clad with wooden slats. As you approach the arena itself, the finishes become more precise and modern, such as the small hexagons covering the columns, which resemble the design of a football, produced using a special process that creates curved, embossed surfaces. Visitors who enter for the first time immediately notice the stadium’s close bond with the team: the dominant shades in the stadium are white, black and green (lamps and furniture), the colours of the Russian city’s team, FC Krasnodar.

In addition to the interior’s emphasis on the link

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Client/Owner: FC Krasnodar Architecture: gmp – von Gerkan, Marg and Partners Interior architecture: Maxim Rymar architectural studio Furnishings, finishings and lighting: Arper, Barrisol, Deltalight, Figueras, Forbo Flotex, Franke, +Halle, Keuco, Laminam, Minotti, Molteni, Nora, Object Carpet, Samsung Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: courtesy of Delta Light

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with the team, the architects also focused on the functionality of the facility and the resilience of its materials, given the large number of people it will host (it has a capacity of 33,000 spectators).

Fashionable materials were avoided and instead travertine was chosen, a classic stone that is definitely more resistant to wear and tear. The architects wanted fans to experience the interior in a fresh, new state every time that they enter, which can be up to thirty times a year. The challenge, for example, was to create welcoming environments, like restaurants, cafés and lobbies, even in areas where there is no natural light, eliminating the oppressive sense of being enclosed due to the absence of a view outside. Lighting plays an important role in this building: it is present, but not obviously noticeable. It is not the type of lighting that dominates the environment, overshadowing everything else: it is “pure” light without too many decorative elements, ensuring that the focus is on

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the architecture and spaces. Delta Light provided custom-designed equipment that meets all the stadium’s requirements and standards, creating appropriately-lit areas without detracting from visitor’s overall perception of the interior.

The two most important areas inside a stadium are the mix zone and locker rooms. The first is bright and harmonious thanks to the finish materials and the lighting, which creates the right rhythm.

The locker rooms are special places where athletes prepare for their matches, talk to each other and experience the last moments before going onto the pitch. This space, which is also called “Holy of Holies” (the most sacred area of the Tabernacle), has a rigorous look with furniture and finishes in wood, metal and acrylic. Everything is designed to promote maximum concentration and energy before a match.

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The art of imperfect beauty If you are looking for an authentic experience of the real Ibiza, unspoilt and unknown to mass tourism, with panoramic views away from noisy beaches, you should visit La Granja Ibiza

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n Spanish, they call it “finca”, a country estate that has been restored, or rather, preserved by German design firm Dreimeta.

Conservation, even of imperfections, is certainly the main philosophy underlying this intervention.

No radical changes have been made: the project for the stone farmhouse, which is surrounded by small farms and terraces – where over 30 varieties of fruit and vegetables are grown including

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citrus fruits, apples, nectarines, figs and almonds – is based around simplicity and modesty. What was once a private residence still preserves its Iberian and Moorish influences, highlighting the beautiful impact of time, which passes and transforms materials and surfaces. The whole project was created in collaboration with “Friends of a farmer”, an organization committed to improving sustainability in Ibiza in order to protect land

Client/Owner: Andy Szymanowicz Architectural and interior design: Dreimeta, Armin Fischer, Stefan Scheidecker Furnishings: on design Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: Steve Herud

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ecosystems, water resources and infrastructure, and to optimize waste and renewable energy management. The ten-room farmhouse, two-bedroom guesthouse, pool and restaurant are characterized by a minimalist design. The architects opted for natural materials such as wood, stone, slate, steel, brass and fabrics, like linen, in neutral colours. Every room is designed with a different layout and features a terrace or belvedere roof.

Standard 16 sq m double rooms are available, called Intimate Rooms, Garden & Terrace bedrooms for three guests, a 55 sq m suite with a lounge area and panoramic terrace on two levels from which you can admire a 360° view of the island, and finally, 50 meters from the farmhouse, a guesthouse that can accommodate up to five people. The common areas, including the kitchen and the pool, encourage meetings between the guests, while areas for solitude and silence were planned both inside and outside the building. Andy Szymanowicz is the farmer who looks after the estate’s land.

He is an expert in biodynamic farming who organizes workshops and classes to teach people about agriculture. There are also yoga and meditation sessions for people who want to relax, slow food workshops organized by the chefs for cooking enthusiasts, and live music and DJ sets in the large party tent for those looking for entertainment.

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The ten-room farmhouse, two-bedroom guesthouse, pool and restaurant are characterised by a minimalist design and the use of natural materials

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100% Parisian style Le Roch Hotel & Spa, boasts the urban charm of beaux choses and savoir vivre, uniting tradition and modernity. Its style was defined by the renovation by Sarah Lavoine, a Parisian interior designer who is synonymous with elegance, and award-winning architect Vincent Bastie

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re you thinking of a charming, secluded Parisian escape? Do you imagine attentive, outstanding hospitality in a bucolic, tranquil atmosphere? You are depict the new Le Roch Hotel & Spa, the crown jewel of the Design Hotels™ chain, located near Place Vendôme, the Opéra Garnier and the Louvre, ready to offer French-style art de vivre in the 1st arrondissement, the most prestigious in Paris, and to take care of its guests in a green, sunny courtyard-gar-

den, a library, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant and an exclusive spa. The hotel features 37 rooms, including 5 suites with a private hammam stacked with cosmetics by French pharmaceutical brand Codage, which specially designed a series of tailor-made products for guests, as well as specific treatments that are only available here. Naturally, ritual is fundamental at the Roch Hotel & Spa. Including in the aesthetic of the building and its interiors. It is no coincidence that Sarah Lavoine

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– an acclaimed Parisian style icon – designed this 5-star boutique hotel in collaboration with awardwinning architect Vincent Bastie. With the aim of imbuing every detail with an allure of comfort, warmth and Ville Lumière spirit, Lavoine has translated her personal vision of hospitality based on a private apartment, bringing together all those materials, colours, patterns and small details that you would want to find at home. Even in the common spaces and reception area, where the designer plays with the effects of natural light on deep colours that have become the hallmark of her style: black that contrasts with pastel shades, “Sarah blue” and dotted bright brick red. All of the spacious rooms feature a mix of timeless elegance and

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contemporary style, with pieces directly designed by the creator – including the mirrors, rugs made

by Chevalier Éditions and the headboard of the bed – , furniture designed by Cassina, sophisticated Ressource paintings and ceramic compositions by Maison Jars on the walls. In the bathrooms, the Maiolica resembles Moroccan zellige decorations, beside Carrara marble and Kaldewei bath tubs and wash basins. The furniture designed by the Gamfratesi duo are dominant elements.

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There are many technological features, such as interactive tablets for keeping guests informed about services and communicating the needs of the moment, Marshall bluetooth acoustic speakers with a vintage style and flat-screen TVs. Finally, guests must absolutely experience the regenerating effects of the pool, inside the spa, which is covered with black mosaics and lime stone, as well as the Technogym equipment, with the optional help from a sports coach.

Client/Owner: Compagnie Hôtelière de Bagatelle Hotel operator: Le Roch Hotel & Spa Architectural design: Vincent Bastie Interior design: Sarah Lavoine Furnishings: Cassina, Gamfratesi, Kaldewei, Maison Jars, Maison Sarah Lavoine, Marshall, Ressource, Technogym Author: Petra Ruta Photo credits: Francis Amiand

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Metropolitan hotel with a Milanese spirit VIU Milan’s green architecture project fits perfectly with the urban regeneration of the Porta Volta area, while its approach to interior design evokes the beauty of Milan’s finest homes with sophisticated pieces designed by Gio Ponti

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rom the outside VIU Milan is all about modern architecture and vertical green spaces. From the inside, its sophisticated interiors invoke the style of the finest Milan homes. These are the two faces of VIU Milan, designed by Arassociati. Following the construction of the Giangiacomo Feltrinelli Foundation

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est protagonist of the regeneration of the Porta Volta area, which stands between Isola and the city centre. On the eighth floor, the terrace with pool offers up a 360° view of the new city skyline, adding a unique feel to the design of this fivestar hotel owned by the Viscardi family. Even the materials used for the exterior are different, having been selected with the environment in mind.

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Bronze glass, metal and laminated wood are joined by the climbing plants of the vertical garden, which was designed by AG&P Greenscape.

The plants frame the structure, highlighting sections where it juts out or is set back in correspondence with the rooms. Like the communal areas, the rooms have full-length windows to make the most of natural light and showcase the space to the fullest. Meanwhile, the interior design project was overseen by Nicola Gallizia, who describes it as a “tribute to the Milanese style”, and indeed there are several nods to the city outside. One can recognise the greys chosen by Giuseppe Piermarini for the facade of La Scala, the Venetian-style flooring of Villa Bonaparte Belgiojoso and the wood panelling designed by Gio Ponti for his own residences. The hotel features a range of tones and contemporary textures that create a sophisticated vibe, a feel achieved in part thanks to the custom-made furniture by Molteni&C Contract Division. Design pieces can be found throughout the communal and private areas, including the two D.154.2 armchairs by Molteni&C. They are Gio Ponti re-editions and provide a stunning welcome for guests in the hotel lobby.

Once inside, the informal Bulk Mixology Food bar is the brainchild of award-winning chef Giancarlo Morelli and features warm tones and vintage seating.

The colours become more intense in Morelli’s other restaurant, which pairs elegance with exclusive cuisine. There is a total of 124 rooms in-

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cluding suites, some with private balconies, all featuring neutral, textured tones for the walls and ceilings, oak flooring, dark wood furniture and panelling and light tone Rubelli fabrics.

The interior design project aims to take the concept of hospitality to the extreme, with Gallizia lighting including adjustable reading lamps and the table lamp by Oluce’s Bespole Tailoring department.

Clean lines and natural materials abound in the bathrooms, with oak, sandstone and Port Laurent marble, the latter in black with gold veining.

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Client/Owner: Selam Architectural design and artistic direction: Arassociati Interior design: Arassociati in collaboration with Nicola Gallizia Design Green design and external planning: AG&P Greenscape Light design: Voltaire lighting design Furnishings: Molteni&C Contract Division Lighting: Flos, Oluce, Penta Light Fabrics: Rubelli Gym: Technogym Author: Silvia Airoldi Photo credits: Brechenmacher/Baumann Photography for Design Hotels

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Hong Kong

Cuisine and interiors, an interpretation with character In a project by Studio Wang, the Rhoda restaurant in Hong Kong recounts the cuisine style and personality of its chef, Nathan Green, through industrial atmospheres and the creative use of materials

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restaurant which mirrors the soul of its own chef, naturally. The designer Joyce Wang interprets the Rhoda, Nathan Green’s Hong Kong-based restaurant in partnership with the catering entrepreneur Yenn Wong of JIA Group. Inspiration develops around a play on subtle references to the British chef ’s culinary philosophy and passions. Beyond two large sliding portals in raw steel lies a world unscathed by the frantic rhythms of the Sai Ying

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Pun area, opening out onto an architectonic space constituting a veritable aesthetic narration.

At the centre of the ample open space area, the cocktail bar counter and open kitchen face each other and reign supreme in the visual and gastronomic scene. Material and decorative choices, along with furnishings and lighting by Joyce Wang Studio, add an original and vibrant touch to the industrial atmosphere. The walls and columns are clad in wood and sport a “charred” look, obtained

Client: JIA Group Interior designer: Joyce Wang Studio Artifacts: Banquettes, Dark Timber Chair, Bar stools by IF Collections; Washing Machine drums, Bar lights, Bathroom Lights by Joyce Wang Studio; Gauged Wood Tables by Pun Projects; Large Dining Table by RailisDesign Author: Silvia Airoldi Photo credits: Lit Ma

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using the ancient Japanese technique of Shou Sugu Ban, a finishing used in vernacular architecture involving the fire treatment of cedar wood to preserve it over time. Inside the Rhoda, this charred effect is an explicit reference to a preference for “Nate” cuisine, the grill - the restaurant’s heart.

The original chandelier exudes smoky notes and is made from upcycled, flame-blackened washing machine barrels. It sheds light over the large table which is an ode to conviviality, whereas warm and amber tones are obtained by the use of copper, which manifests itself in oxidised green on the bar counter, or in its original hues, originally applied to bar zone lighting. The designer is renowned for his selection of unusual materials for the creation of intriguing and surprising combinations.

Here cement and metal net have been used to finish the walls, and barber’s brushes hang from copper tubes in “Nate’s Room”. For those in search of a complete experience, this small dining room for six people, reminiscent of a vintage barber’s shop, is an invitation to discover the chef ’s “quirks”.

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Along with furnishings and lighting, materials and decorative choices, such as the “charred” finishing, add a vibrant touch to the industrial atmosphere of the venue

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WONDER. WESTERN CAPE (SOUTH AFRICA) | BOSJES CHAPEL | STEYN STUDIO It brushes the land before rising towards the sky with parabolic curves. The concrete roof, which transforms the church into a kind of sculpture, is a shell resting on the ground that is able to support itself.

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From above, it seems like a sheet fluttering in the wind, from the front, it is like the outstretched wings of seagulls in flight. The idea that the South African architect Coetzee Steyn wants to convey is that of lightness.

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From the ruins of a soap factory, a post-industrial museum was born again and made degradation be its reason for being, becoming the ideal canvas for graffiti artist Julien Seth Malland.

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“A box that contains light for the rest of the temple and of being a place that will contain the Light for all Christians”. This is the double vocation that guided the architect in the design of the chapel.

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Nizwa, Oman

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Nizwa, Oman

The essence of local heritage Amidst the rocky, majestic slopes of the Green Mountain in Oman, over 2000 meters above sea level, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort is the highest five-star hotel in the Middle East

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he terrace, almost suspended over the Grand Canyon, between sky and earth, immediately immerses guests in the atmosphere of the place, where you can feel the power and breath-taking immensity of nature.

To create these impressive spots, the design of the hotel, which is perched on the Grand Canyon Jabal Al Akhdar (which means Green Mountain) began with a thorough examination of the area by architect Lotfi Sidirahal and his Atelier Pod team. An inspection to understand the local architecture, to study the details of the architecture and landscape of Birkat al Mawz village and Jabrin Fort, and to meet mountain communities, analysing vernacular architecture. This learning phase was essential for developing a project in which volumes, light, materials and decorative details achieve perfect harmony between form and function, while adapting to the climate and local culture. The luxury 24,000 sq m resort covers a 66,000 sq m plot of land and consists of IFDM | 129

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115 bedrooms (82 deluxe rooms and 33 villas), six restaurants and lounge bars, a spa and various recreational facilities. Atelier Pod was responsible for both the architectural project and the interior design. The hall features a wooden geodesic dome with a diameter of 10 meters, beneath which stands a monolithic hexagonal water fountain.

The atmosphere of the patio, the heart of the resort, is enlivened by a souk, which attracts customers once a week, by a coffee shop, library and by various avenues that lead to different restaurants.

The kitchens offer all types of dishes, from exotic or Moroccan food to Italian dishes, alongside Middle Eastern specialities, mixtures of spices and flavoured hookahs. For a continental menu, you can choose the Al Maisan restaurant, Bella Vista for lovers of Italian food and good wine, while Al Qalaa, located in a tower at the centre of the resort, offers the best of Arabic and Oman cuisine. For cocktails and relaxation under the stars, you can visit the Al Baha, Al Burj and Al Shourfa lounge bars.

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Nizwa, Oman

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Nizwa, Oman

Owner/Developer: MODPF Hotel operator: Anantara Hotels Architectural and interior design: Lotfi Sidirahal, Atelier Pod Furnishings: Global Woodwork, Sun and Shades Lightings: Moroccan Bazaar Bathrooms: Duravit, Grohe Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: courtesy of Anantara Hotels and Resorts

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Atelier Pod collaborated with LDC Madrid for lighting and with HED London for landscaping.

The interior reflects Oman’s culture with a minimalist style, enhanced by local artwork, Arabic lanterns and hand-made ceramics. The 82 deluxe rooms offer a spacious bedroom with a spa bathroom, complete with a bathtub and rain shower.

The 33 villas have one or two bedrooms and a private pool (at a controlled temperature) with an infinity design and the crags or hidden in the exotic garden. The Anantara Spa, with its hot tubs, loungers and hammocks, integrates the traditional “Falaj” channel system, which, as it provides water, produces a sound that immerses guests in the peace that characterizes this place.

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Moncler store, the label’s identity Only the most brilliant and consolidated harmony, seamlessly interpreted by a client and designers, can culminate in a result as sophisticated as the new Moncler flagship store in New York

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emo Ruffini, President and CEO of Moncler, first began working with the French designers Patrick Gilles and Dorothée Boissier 12 years ago, for the opening of the company’s first store, specialised in winter clothing, located in rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris. Since then, Moncler shops designed by Gilles & Boissier have sprung up all over the world. Milan, Tokyo, Copenhagen, Vienna, Roma, Cannes, Genoa, Courchevel, Beijing, Hawai and Hong Kong. The latest addition to this impressive list is located in the heart of New York, at the junction of Madison Avenue and 59th Street. For the French designers, this store was about the challenge of creating a new story in line with the Italian luxury brand’s identity. It develops over two floors, 6,500 sq m, with an entrance corridor which aims to inspire the emotional, perceptive and psychological involvement of customers.

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Bardula, has created an installation called Solaris, linked to Lumino Kinetic art, a variation of 60s kinetic art. It consist of 24 golden blades, at least four metres in height, positioned in a particular geometry to create a spherical distortion.

Visitors find themselves standing on a white and black Chevron pattern floor, surrounded by a magnetic and luminous tunnel, leading them into a parallel dimension. A dimension featuring fine black and grey veined marbles, oxidised brass, wood, golden elements and interiors reminiscent of libraries and elegant saloons. These spaces, where red-coloured flashes appear on the floor or ceiling, contain large wardrobes with niches in walnut, or elegant glass and metal showcases

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for prĂŞt-Ă -porter collections and Moncler accessories for men, women and kids. Like a custodian guarding the store animated by a quintessentially New York spirit, a gigantic bearded bronze statue towers triumphantly at the back of the store, by the French sculptor Christophe Charbonnel.

The human figure always triumphs in works by this artist, with reflective, angular faces and expressions which hypnotise spectators.

Client/Owner: Moncler Interior Design: Gilles & Boissier Furnishings: on design Lightings: on design Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: Eric Laignel

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Extrovert science The Experimentarium’s multidisciplinary approach. A new and surprising architectonic facility dedicated to science and technology has reopened at Hellerup, Copenhagen, offering itself as a brilliant icon onto visitors.

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EBRA has recently finished restructuring the Experimentarium, introducing radical changes to its architectonic expression.

The existing building, a former Tuborg beer bottling plant, has been extended and reorganised, with the addition of new floors and the insertion of atriums with high visual impact and sculptural staircases. In addition to doubling the exhibition area - with a total of sixteen interactive exhibitions - the project also includes a spacious roof balcony, modern structures for personnel visually connected to areas for visitors, a cafeteria and picnic area, a congress centre and educational facilities. The building’s different functions and expressions are also palpable in Copenhagen’s urban landscape, thanks to the form of the new building enclosure which has been rendered dynamic by a series of overhanging and staggered boxes which open in precise points with large glass walls. In contrast with the original brick base which has been maintained, the façade is completed by extruded volumes, developed into a double narrative through a perforated aluminium 138 | IFDM

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Copenhagen

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The existing building, a former Tuborg beer bottling plant, has been extended and reorganised, with the addition of new floors and the insertion of atriums with high visual impact and a enormous Helix staircase

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pattern which illustrates the dynamic of fluids.

Therefore, the project’s vocation for tangibly and symbolically underlining the meeting of old and new, the past and future, natural sciences and engineering, and the knowledge of professions operating inside, computerised and humanistic, is overtly tangible. The fact that everything gravitates around the world of science is already announced at the entrance, in the radiant glare of the enormous Helix staircase, a significant element of the project which conveys a movement which is also evocative, through its imposing physicality. In the language of forms, the helical bearing evokes the origin of life, an intentionally abstract allusion to the structure of DNA filament. The ascent into the building’s scientific nature continues over a hundred metres, leading visitors across four floors and the sinuous architectural promenade, characterised by a copper cover, 10 tons compared to the 160 tons of steel supporting it. The concept of the stairs was developed during a workshop with Jakob Bohr, a professor at DTU Nanotech.

It generates good internal flow, creating coherence between floors. Further staircases, whose personality is not eroded by the uniformity of prevalent white, have a bearing on heights, with a more rational slant, equally directing towards exhibition programmes and their immersive narrations, in a fluid and rhythmic succession.

Client: Experimentarium Architectural design: CEBRA Engineer: Orbicon Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Adam Mørk

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House 39, a new residential model An attentive observation of society, of changes in people’s way of life, working and socializing has resulted in a residence in New York where any need can be met

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urray Hill in Manhattan is undergoing a rapid transformation from a vibrant area for young graduates to a neighborhood that attracts people of all ages and social classes. Winston Fisher, a partner at Fisher Brothers, the real estate company responsible for the project, explains that “Murray Hill

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has evolved from a go-to rental space for postgraduates to a highly desirable neighborhood attracting people from all walks of life, including families. Our sleek, curved glass exterior is at the forefront of the neighborhood’s residential transformation. We offer condominium-like finishes and a plethora of amenities to fit every need”.

Developer: Fisher Brothers Architectural design: Handel Architects Interior design: Rockwell Group Furnishings: on design by Rockwell Group Bathrooms: Ceasarstone, Grohe, Kohler Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: courtesy by Fisher Brothers, Evan Joseph

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The stylish, round-shaped, 36-storey (around 120 meters) glass tower, designed by Handel Architects, with an interior design overseen by Rockwell Group, is the symbol of this change.

The project is the perfect residence for a wide range of people. “Families enjoy the indoor and outdoor play areas, while the arcade games appeal to the older children and young adults. The conference room and work station areas have been a huge draw for our tenants who work from home, while the rooftop cabanas and grills have been enjoyed by all�. At the entrance, you are welcomed by the Grand Lobby, which is characterized by a majestic double-helix staircase via which you reach the Club Level with its library and work spaces. Those looking for wellbeing will be satisfied by the fitness centre with a yoga room on the ground floor, locker rooms and hammam.

On the upper floors, there are studios and residences with different sizes (from 1 bedroom to 3, with 1 or 2 bathrooms) and large windows that frame the Empire State Building and the Chrysler

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Building and brighten the rooms. At the top, on the roof, residents can relax in the whirlpools, exercise in the pool and organize parties in the party room. “It was important to all of us at Fisher Brothers to focus heavily on the amenity spaces.

Instead of checking a box on typical offerings for the sake of checking a box, we looked at how people live today and thought a great deal about how to make that experience better. We didn’t just provide outdoor space off our Club level – we thought about what people wanted to do outside and therefore added a bocce ball court, and shuffleboard, and a kids playground, in addition to a great lawn with some seating areas”. The collaboration with David Rockwell, an architect who has designed restaurants, hotels and nightclubs, was essential for creating spaces that promote interactions between neighbors. “We enlisted David

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Rockwell to make the spaces flow in a natural way that encourages social interactions with neighbors. We look at how the world is changing and try to adapt to our residences. When designing House 39, we found it important to encourage a sense of community within our building, by socializing and creating shared common spaces with purpose. Each amenity space was designed to be an extension of each resident’s home, and for actual use – not just for show. We hired a lifestyle director to execute custom programming within the building, including a “bands in the backyard” series for Sunday afternoon entertainment, 20-minute spa treatments provided by local spas, mixology classes in our demonstration kitchen, and resume building workshops in our conference room. The response has been extraordinary, so we know we’re doing something right”.

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Azulejos style Five suites in the exclusive Palácio Fenizia guesthouse offer the most authentic Portuguese atmosphere in the lively centre of Porto

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he hotel’s leitmotif, azulejos featuring geometric patterns and bold colors that range from white to blue to yellow, welcome guests on the entrance façade, embellish the interior walls and decorate the floors. We are in the lively Bonfim district, near Rua Santa Catarina, very near to Porto Cathedral, Dom Luís I Bridge, São station and Mercado do Bolhão. Every detail of the guest house reveals the passion of Italian architect Gianfranco Fenizia, who, after a trip to Porto, fell in love with the city and decided to revive an old twentieth century building, transforming it into a hotel that houses an art gallery and a boutique that display vintage pieces (for sale) that the architect collected during his travels, as well as new creations made by local craftsmen. The 5 suites, which have a 5 metre-high ceiling, are each different from the next, united by decorated walls and original stuccoes. From the 30 sq m Grey Suite, situated on the groundfloor and characterized by pearl gray tones with a large French window that opens out onto the inner garden, to the Black Suite of the same size, which is decorated with a stylish, geometric design. The staircase, which leads from the ground floor to the first floor, is flooded with light, thanks to the candlesticks that adorn the golden balustrade and the claraboia, a dome-shaped skylight.

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Ascending to the upper level, you enter the 40 sq m Azul Suite, which has a veranda that faces the inner garden and a bath tub at the centre of the bedroom where you can relax. The same level also houses the Verde Suite, which combines the warm colors of vintage parquet with the water-green of the walls. The most spacious suite is Amarelo, which contains a double window and a wonderful restored ceiling that contrasts with the colors and modern design of the majestic headboard.

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Breakfast is served in the bright lounge on the first floor, in a room with minimal furniture that is embellished with elegant crystal chandeliers and a fireplace that warms the room during winter days.

For those looking for relaxation and tranquillity, the back of Palรกcio Fenizia offers an authentic green oasis that is perfect for aperitifs and vernissage. People who want to stay in this quiet corner can use an annex with two mini-apartments separated from the rest of the Palรกcio.

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Owner: Gianfranco Fenizia Architectural and interior design: Gianfranco Fenizia Furnishings: vintage pieces, custom-made or from the Fenizia Design collection by the architect Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: Cristina Neves

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Nobu Downtown: the West references the East, and vice versa Neoclassical features illuminated by touches of gold and bold colours, furniture suspended between art and design. Rockwell Group’s multifaceted language accompanies the fusion style of the kitchen of the new Nobu restaurant in New York

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he project, which occupies the ground floor and basement of an iconic, early 20th century building on Wall Street, consolidates David Rockwell’s collaboration with chef Nobu Matsuhisa, which began with a small bar in the Tribeca district around twenty years ago.

In Downtown, the new Nobu restaurant is reinventing itself thanks to the contributions of New York designer John Houshmand, ceramic artist Pascale Girardin and textile designer Isabella Amstrup. Nobu is embracing a wide range of different design approaches, with which its non-traditional, inventive cuisine shares the same emphasis on exploration, in terms of forms, colours and textures.

Everything is harmonized in the casual alchemy of difference. In food, through an intercultural and contemporary gastronomic blend; in design, by incorporating in the pre-existing neoclassical setting a varied array of influences that range from Japan to South America. The ground floor, which is covered with Botticino marble and dotted with monumental Doric columns, contains a bar, a lounge area and a sushi bar. The golden glow IFDM | 151

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Nobu is embracing a wide range of different design approaches by incorporating in the pre-existing neoclassical setting influences that range from Japan to South America

diffused from the central counter of the backlit onyx bar is interrupted along its circumference by four marble columns that lead to four more intimate lounges. An informal dining area features chairs and tables alongside a wavy wooden screen that rises upwards. The combination of styles, periods and culinary delights is also reflected in the furnishings, which include patchwork fabrics inspired by popular Peruvian traditions, and in the Japanese design, which displays Japanese writing with unusual decorations. For example, blackpainted white rope screens transfer the sumi-e china technique to the windows, while, hovering above the circular volume of the central counter, a carved carbonized wooden sculpture by John Houshmand represents a vortex of ink in midair. It recalls – one might think – those seemingly improvised garnishes that complete the dish with an unpredictable gesture, a signature of the most skilled chef. From here, a brushstroke extends towards the stairs to accompany the guests to the main dining area, in the basement. A room in which the languages of design, technology and craftmanship are already mixed at the base of the staircase with a river rock wall with LED displays that show images designed by the Rockwell studio. This mix of styles is also evident in the wavy finish that imitates the folds and cuts of 152 | IFDM

special origami – kirigami – on the ceiling, in the stylized ash trees that seem to support it, in the Peruvian colours that line the seats, tracing out the shape of kimonos behind the backrests and in the shelves, that display the sake pots by Canadian ceramic artist Pascale Girardin.

Client: Nobu Interior design: Rockwell Group Furnishings: on design by Rockwell Group Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Eric Laignel

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Las Vegas

Las Vegas glamour In the most famous city of vice and gambling in the world, every experience is amplified, excessive and emphasized. The hospitality offered by the new W Las Vegas hotel is no exception.

It is in perfect keeping with the city’s irreverent character, thanks to the contributions of professionals such as AvroKO Design and Gensler Architects, and to the creative talent of Philippe Starck. With a touch of rock from Lenny Kravitz

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t is nicknamed Sin City and for good reason. Everyone who comes to Las Vegas, Nevada, leaves restraint behind. Generally, they experience strong emotions, push their limits and spend time in irreverent places. The entertainment capital recently opened its doors to a worthy member of the community that “walks tall” here. There is nothing tedius about the new W Las Vegas, which belongs to the W Hotels Worldwide chain, now part of Marriott International. The 289 rooms in one of the two towers of SLS Las Vegas have been transformed thanks to a joint operation by PENTA Building Group and Gensler Architects in collaboration with AvroKO Hospitality Group, creating a provocative building that dialogues with the surrounding desert landscape. Starting with the welcome desk and entrance hall, both of which are highly evocative and feature, on the floor, a reproduction of the ripples formed by the wind on the surface of sand, and the neon artwork “Desert Garden” by artist Keith Lemley which, from behind the bar, cata154 | IFDM

pults the space into a wild atmosphere. The furniture in the living area, inspired by casino gaming tables, boldly declares the place’s true character.

The bedrooms demonstrate all the brazen impertinence of Philippe Starck, who makes brave, seductive choices through exaggerated forms and decorations that always feature the ultra-luxury sumptuous comfort appropriate to a stay in this hotel. Needless to say, there are also services available in the true gem of the building: the Extreme WOW Suite, directly designed by pop star Lenny Kravitz and located on the top floor of the building, is truly one of a kind, featuring 221 sq m overlooking the mountains and city below. A little higher up, the roof offers guests the WET Deck, an elite oasis where you can enjoy the panoramic view while sipping a drink. Guests can continue the Vegas trip inside the hotel at the AWAY® Spa, located on the second floor, at the six restaurants, including Bazaar Meat by José Andrés which also features Philippe Starck’s touch, and at a series of nightlife clubs.

Client/Owner: Las Vegas Holdings Developer: PENTA Building Group Hotel operator: W Hotels Worldwide Architectural design: AvroKO, rooms and public spaces; Gensler, architecture W Living Room, W Event Centre, WET Deck Interior design: Philippe Starck; Lenny Kravitz Furnishings: on design by AvroKO Author: Petra Ruta Photo credits: courtesy of W Las Vegas

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The brave, seductive choices by Philippe Starck are combined with the ultra-luxury sumptuous comfort of W hotel

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Fluid space Making sure that offices and rooms are always where they are needed and ensuring that boundaries between space and activity are no longer so predefined, but change as required.

This is the main aim of the new Ernst&Young office complex, opened in central Milan

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his bold challenge was tackled by a collaboration between two companies of international importance: DEGW, a Lombardini22 Group company and leader in strategic work consultancy, and Ernst&Young, a global leader in professional auditing, accounting, tax, transaction and advisory. The result is the first “workplace of the future” with LEED Gold certification. The new EY headquarters in Via Meravigli occupies an almost 19,000 sq m building complex divided into 10 floors, office space for 2,500 people, 1,200 desks and over 170 meeting rooms. The key concept that makes this complex unique (one of the most advanced in Italy) is the “smart office” concept or “activity-based” model, according to which you can use specific work settings for every need (communicating, collaborating, contemplating, concentrating), improving efficiency for yourself, colleagues and customers.

Therefore, the old layout, consisting of corridors, closed offices and hierarchically arranged meeting rooms was replaced by fluid, elastic and

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flexible spaces. The complex has an eight-shaped layout, with two closed indoor courtyards and a third open courtyard. The reception, part of which has a double-height ceiling, welcomes visitors and leads them to the entrances of various areas, while the main courtyard, which contains a covered walkway, is the true heart of the project. The ground floor is devoted to the Client Area and shared facilities, and the floors from first to fifth house the offices and the library. The building finishes with a tower featuring meeting rooms between the sixth and ninth floors. The rooms are predominantly neutral with white ceilings and walls that match the soft shades of the carpet or tile flooring.

The open spaces contain pre-wired desks, heightadjustable workstations, areas with open stairways and special brainstorming areas.

Many different closed rooms have been designed in collaboration with Paolo Castelli, including standard meeting rooms, collaboration rooms, team rooms with four-person tables, focus rooms with armchairs and sofas, virtual rooms with videoconference systems, project rooms and conference rooms with informal furniture. The branding of the rooms – developed by FUD Brand Making Factory, another of Lombardini22 Group’s companies – combines two approaches: Milanese culture is the theme of the outside, while international culture and art are featured inside.

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Client/Owner: Ernst&Young Developer: Antirion SGR S.p.A. Fondo Global Comparto Core Architectural design: General Planning Interior design: DEGW - Lombardini22 Physical Branding: FUD - Lombardini22 Furnishings: Arper, Durante, Interface, Moroso, Omnitex, Paolo Castelli, Sedus, Steelcase, Unifor, Universal Selecta Author: Agatha Kari Photo credits: Dario Tettamanzi

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WONDER. RIO DE JANEIRO | REAL GABINETE PORTUGUÊS DE LEITURA | RAPHAEL DA SILVA CASTRO 350,000 volumes. It is the largest collection dedicated to Portuguese literature outside Portugal. A cascade of books pouring out wooden shelves along the high walls illuminated by the majestic central skylight

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and the spectacular iron chandelier, in an architectural context that intends to emphasize the strong link with Portuguese culture, through the “neomanuelino” style that designes the space.

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WONDER. LOS ANGELES | EMERSON COLLEGE | MORPHOSIS ARCHITECTS

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A metallic shell envelops the inner facades of the two towers of the building. A shady mantle of ‘leaves’ that generate games among full and empty zones, in tune with the dynamism of the general architecture.

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WONDER. HERMOSILLO (MEXICO) | LIGHT CLUB | TAMEN ARQ

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The name of the site takes inspiration from the primary element that guided the design concept. The light in its many effects and refractions is the trait d’union between among the rooms.

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BEIJING | PENINSULA HOTEL | CASSINA

A highly luxurious hotel located in the centre of Beijing, the Peninsula Hotel has been completely redesigned thanks to coordinated work between Cassina and designer Henry Leung of Cap Atelier, who worked together to restyle the 230 bedrooms and main lobby. Following the project for the Peninsula Hotel in Hong Kong, the new furnishing concept for the Pensinsula in Beijing is another important step in the collaboration between the hotel company and Cassina Contract. Hand-crafted beds, bedside tables, desks, mirrors and chairs form a rich layout designed to guarantee an outstanding level of comfort. The original 525 rooms have been transformed and reduced to 230 65 sq m suites, the largest hotel rooms in Beijing and the most personalized in the world, featuring technology support in 11 languages. The renovation was completed in early 2017.

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TURIN | JUVENTUS STADIUM | PHILIPS LIGHTING

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The lighting project for Juventus Stadium, begun at the end of 2015, was designed in collaboration with Philips Lighting, which supplied the new LED lighting system, above all for the ‘catino’ (central area), with ArenaVision LED, ClearFlood and Vaya lamps, and for the Hopsitality areas with the GreenSpace, LuxSpace, StoreFlux, Vaya and CoreLine LED Battens models. With the new system, the stadium has achieved UEFA’s A Elite rating, the highest classification recognized by UEFA – Union of European Football Associations. The lamps offer many benefits in terms of use, management and maintenance: exceptional color rendering, image uniformity, no flickering and glare reduction, guaranteeing the players, public and TV audience visual comfort. The new devices enable energy savings of 50% for the hospitality areas and 20% for the ‘catino’.

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NEW YORK | SOORI HIGH LINE RESIDENCES | POLIFORM, VARENNA

The exclusive Soori Highline residential complex is located in the most innovative, vibrant area of Manhattan, which borders the High Line former elevated railway, now converted into 40 square kilometres of parkland. Designed by Soo K. Chan of SCDA Architects and developed by Siras Oriel, the 31 apartments enhance space and light through full-height windows, architectural elements that visually connect areas of the home that are generally separate.

The modern structure is completed by day and night systems, furnishing accessories kitchen by the Poliform and Varenna collections.

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SANTORINI | PYRGOS RESTAURANT PEDRALI

The comfort and reliability of Pedrali furniture are an integral part of the recent renovation of Pyrgos restaurant in Santorini, overseen by architectural firm L11 – Katerina Vasileiadou Annette Bitouni Interior Design.

Hard-wearing and resistant to weathering and high Mediterranean temperatures, Pedrali furniture is featured on the panoramic terrace, which exalts the distinctly outdoor character of the steel chairs and armchairs from the Nolita collection, designed by Simone Mandelli and Antonio Pagliarulo, combined with Nemea wooden chairs designed by Cazzaniga Mandelli Pagliarulo, and Bold and Arki-Table tables. The waiting spaces feature considerable attention to detail: the bright yellow stools in the Nolita collection and the Concrete tables by Pio and Tito Toso, with a concrete base, define intimate lounge areas.

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SEOUL | FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KALDEWEI

Designed as havens for relaxation, the 317 bedrooms and suites of the Four Seasons in Seoul, which was recently opened in a 25-storey building designed by Heerim Architects & Planners, are completed by bathrooms that boast Kaldewei bath tubs. Distinguished by their innovative design and high quality, the bath tubs are made of enamelled steel, perfectly meeting the needs of the Four Seasons luxury hotel chain.

Notably, the LTW Designworks interior designers chose the Centro Duo Oval freestanding bath tubs, a model with two identical back rests, allowing two people to take a bath together. The presidential suite features a Conopool bath tub, custom-made with special dimensions of 150 x 150 cm.

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MYKONOS | ROCABELLA MYKONOS ART HOTEL & SPA | ETHIMO

A luxury hotel located on Agios Stefanos beach, the Rocabella Mykonos Art Hotel & SPA has used furniture

by Italian company Ethimo for its outdoor areas. Sophisticated, ergonomic and durable, the furniture is ideal for personalizing the outdoor swimming pool, the heart of the resort which is surrounded by a restaurant and cocktail bar. The Elle deck chair and Sand sun bed were chosen in particular: both perfectly meet the setting’s requirements for versatility and practicality. They are both made from natural teak wood and both Elle’s seat and Sand’s cushion are made from Ethitex synthetic fabric, available in a range of colors.

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LONDON | V&A MUSEUM | MOROSO

For the new Exhibition Road Quarter of the V&A Museum in London, Moroso has created a customized collection of chairs and tables for the courtyard and cafeteria. The new building was designed by architect Amanda Levete and her AL_A studio. The studio designed the 8mm seat, which is also suitable for outdoor use, and the 6mm table for Moroso. The two models, developed with Feruglio Engeneering, are produced with an aluminum sheet laser-cut to the thickness specified in their names, folded in one movement and anodized or powder-coated in two colors, anodized natural silver or blue/ white, in harmony with the ceramics in the courtyard. The essential design of the models is enhanced by diagonal cuts that reference the design of the flooring, reducing the weight and projecting light/shadow effects.

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DOMBURG | MEZGER LODGES | CERAMICHE REFIN

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Ceramiche Refin’s collections, supplied by Tegels & Vloeren, characterize the rooms of Mezger Lodges, in Domburg, Netherlands. Taking inspiration from the architectural design of the lodges and from the natural attractions of the Zeeland region, interior designer Liane van Leeuwen of Studio–L separated the interior design project of the Villas into two different concepts. The more classical concept features the Pietre di Borgogna ceramic collection, inspired by limestone from the Burgundy region in France. Meanwhile, the modern concept features Bluetech, a collection that combines the elegance of Belgian ‘Pierre Bleue’ and advanced production technologies. The ceramics used for the Orangery, relaxation area and guest restaurant have a very striking aesthetic that centres around the contrast between the design of Frame Majolica Random, developed by Studio FM, and by the wooden effect of the Mansion series.

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HAMBURG | FAIRMONT HOTEL | SICIS

Boasting a century-old tradition, the Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten is a very charming hotel that is constantly being refurbished and perfected to ensure outstanding services and a luxurious, refined aesthetic effect. In the lounge bar, hall and entertainment area, Sicis supplied lamp models from the Home-Next Art series; the design, art and sophisticated details of these precious accessories lend the rooms an extraordinary warmth. Specifically, the collections chosen are the Ballet and Fluxus in various designs, the Lescot floor and table models and the Siam ceiling lamps. Every light is distinguished by the minute mosaic of certain finishes.

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BARR | 5 TERRES HÔTEL & SPA | FLEXFORM

The Hotel 5 Terres & Spa faces the Hotel de Ville in the central square of Barr, the wine capital of Bas-Rhin in France. The hotel is named after the five types of terrain where the area’s famous vines are grown: shale, limestone, clay, sandstone and granite. The traditional building, which dates to the 16th century, has been repeatedly reworked and reused, most recently with the meticulous renovation commissioned by new owner Jean-Daniel Seltz, who has transformed it into a luxury hotel with 26 rooms, 1 suite, a spa, a restaurant and naturally, a wine bar. Now the building is a tasteful mix of antique pieces and contemporary elements such as the large window in the lobby, featuring a contrast between natural light and warm, soft lighting, alongside precious materials such as leather, marble and velvet. Latitudes et Meridien’s interior design project harmoniously incorporates Flexform furniture: Groundpiece and Guscio sofas, Thomas and Feel Good chairs, Infinity bookcase, Tris coffee tables, Isabel chairs and Sun lamps.

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SÉLESTAT | DETACHED VILLAS | GRUPPO EUROMOBIL

Twenty villas built by Arlogis in Sélestat, in France’s Alsace region, are united by a contemporary concept with clean designs and square forms, featuring large terraces, a private garden, garage and outdoor parking areas. The French construction company network chose the Gruppo Euromobil Group to supply all the furnishings, from the kitchen to the living room, sleeping area and home office. The three brands’ products – Euromobil, Zalf and Désirée – are integrated according to the Total Home Design philosophy, creating harmonious, functional, stylish rooms and satisfying the design, comfort, quality and eco-compatibility requirements of all the home. The furnishings include: the FiloE25 oak kitchen, Main chairs, Picà walk-in wardrobes, Monopoli and Combi System wardrobes, Glow-in sofas, Kara armchairs and Vanity beds.

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SURREY | ALUMNI TOWER | CLEI

The Alumni Tower at University District, Surrey (Canada), a 35-storey high rise building, designed by Cotter Architects with interiors by BYU Design, features 310 condo apartaments and many amenities, such as fitness facilities, rooftop terrace with BBQ and landscaping, entertainment lounge with fireplace, theatre room, boardrooms and offices. The developers Bosa Properties chose Clei and its convertible solutions to furnish apartments that can change form and function to meet the shifting rhythms of your daily life, offering an area that lives considerably larger than it measures. The NuovoliolĂ and Poppi Theatre beds find perfect place in the fully equipped BosaSpace homes.

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CAPE TOWN | MOUILLE POINT | LINVISIBILE

For the new luxury apartments in the Mouille Point complex in Cape Town, South Africa, the architects of Studio LPA (Milan) and Fabian Architects (Cape Town) chose the comprehensive service and flush doors of Italian brand Linvisibile. The doors were selected due to their minimalist style and to the intelligent space-saving system that expands the layout of the living spaces and facilitates access to smaller rooms such as bedrooms and private bathrooms. Linvisbile supplied 44 doors customized according to their type, finish and size, represented by 3 models: Alba, present in the Fire Resistant, Filo10 and swing versions; Marea, in the sliding Pocket version; Brezza, in the Vertical Pivot version, which opens on a vertical axis with a hidden pin system.

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FERRETTI YACHT | ALPI

Alpi’s design culture meets Ferretti Yacht’s values and requirements for the creation of the interiors of its fleet. Alpi’s know-how is widely known in the nautical world for the several material applications and the wide range offered in the catalogue, traits that enable the company to offer made-to-measure woods at the service of the world of design and custom-made solutions.

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NIRVANA | MCLEAN DESIGN | VISIONNAIRE

Visionnaire fascinates Hollywood’s America leaving a lasting imprint in Nirvana’s interior (no name could be more fitting), a luxurious and exclusive mansion overlooking Los Angeles skyline, developed by Estel Estate and sold at $ 38 million. Three floors designed by interior designer Paul McLean and carried out in the sign of transparency, between moving architecture and a predominant glass presence. Visionnaire has contributed to its style, thanks to the Chatam dining room collection enriched by Bovery chairs, Vanity Fair livingroom, Windsor office, Wotton master bedroom and Dragonfly piece by Michele Astolfi.

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ST. PETERSBURG | HOTEL VILLA PERLOV | WALL&DECÒ

The three spacious apartments and two bedrooms in the Hotel Villa Perlov are distinguished by unique, creative and familiar designs. The furnishings and walls all explore the central theme of a journey. The names of the suites (Scandinavia, Italy and Netherlands), the inclusion of iconic pieces designed by architects and designers Joseph Hoffman and Eileen Gray – pioneer of the International Style aesthetic – and the contemporary Wall&decò wallpaper with its distinctive graphics further accentuate the evocative atmosphere, interpreting and enhancing the rooms and furnishings.

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NEW YORK | CIMA | LUALDI

A spacious and luminous loft strategically located in the heart of Soho is home to CIMA, the Centre For Italian Modern Art. The space, conceived as a house museum to satisfy both private and public requirements, presents two large areas: an exhibition area (Living Room, Master Suite, Hall and Alcove), and a second area for auxiliary functions (Members’ studio/ bedroom, studio, kitchen and hall). The renovation project is

by Studio Irina Verona Architecture, with doors by Lualdi.

The models Rasomuro 55, Rasotouch and Shoin are characterised by an essential design and the absence of jambs, seamlessly disappearing upon integration within the Centre’s interiors.

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TREIA | CASA OLIVI | GANDIABLASCO

Casa Olivi is a restored 19th-century farmhouse situated in a hilly area near Treia, in Marche region (Italy). Swiss architects Markus Wespi and Jérôme de Meuron completed the renovation through a mix of tradition, modernity and contemporary design. The interior features natural colours and white walls, which stylishly contrast with furniture

by Vitra, Cassina, José A. Gandía-Blasco and Philippe Stark. The outside area, around the infinity pool with its uninterrupted view of the surrounding hills and Adriatic on the horizon, is dominated by the 356 collection by José A. GandíaBlasco and Pablo Gironés: chairs, tables and chaise longues imbue the idyllic setting, enlivened by olive trees and aromatic plants, with the chromatic rigidity of total white.

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LISBON | SANTA CLARA 1728 | DAVIDE GROPPI

In the historic centre of Lisbon, a 21st century building has been renovated and transformed into the Santa Clara 1728 hotel. The project was developed by architect Manuel Aires Mateus in collaboration with João and Andreia Rodrigues. To give depth to the rooms and to illuminate the entrances, passages and floors, the designers selected four lamp models by the Italian brand. The entrance hall is dominated by the giant suspended washi Moon lamp, while the dining room features the Simbiosi LED chandelier, a destructured, modular model, consisting of cylindrical lights and diodes connected by almost invisible red cables. The Neuro suspension lamp, which won the Design Plus 2014 by Light+Building award, is used for the bedrooms, while the passage areas feature the recessed Nulla lamps, winner of the Compasso d’Oro ADI 2014 award.

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BARCELONA | MAREA ALTA RESTAURANT | THONET

For the Marea Alta restaurant on the Avinguda de les Drassanes in Barcelona, Thonet supplied the chairs that complete the hall and the outdoor area.

Located near the old port and the Ramblas, the restaurant with an attached bar occupies the 23rd and 24th level of a 28-storey, 110-metre skyscaper, and was opened in September 2016 by starred chef Enrique ValentĂ­. Thonet supplied this restaurant, which is decorated in a nautical style, with the classic cantilevered S 64 N chairs and variuos model from the indoor/outdoor Thonet All Seasons collection.

The terrace contains three S 35 N lounge armchairs with a coordinated stool for people who want to admire the view of the Mediterranean Sea. The menu also has a maritime style, based on original fish dishes with tasteful influences from French and Japanese cuisine.

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PARIS | LE TSUBA HOTEL | PORADA

Behind the 1920s-era faรงade of a recently renovated building in the 17th arrondissement, Le Tsuba Hotel offers 82 rooms and suites elegantly inspired by Art Deco aesthetics, revised by designers Sybille Holmberg and Victoire Blocman of the Paris-based studio Views Architecture that carried out the interior design project.

Several Porada pieces can be found in the rooms and common areas: the Loretta armchair and pouf, the Ziggy Night bedside tables and the Webby pouf, as well as the Deck coffee table, the Saffo writing desk, the Connie armchair and the Gerarde sofa.

Lamps and mirror on design.

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MALDIVES | COCOON | LAGO

Cocoon Maldives is how the first design resort in the Indian Ocean is brought to life and becomes the latest addition to the Lago Design Network. The resort consists of 146 rooms, a presidential suite, a reception area and a restaurant with a Lago Community Table in Wildwood – in each environment design serves the purpose of encouraging human relations and the lightness of the interiors sets up an on-going dialogue with nature. Each space is designed to convey lightness and joy. Here the star is Wildwood – the wood features as the headboard of a suspended bed, turns into a sink in the bathrooms, then, in the common areas, it gives life to Air benches and tables, suspended on glass legs that project a sense of lightness. At Cocoon Maldives each guest can take part in the resort life, thanks not only to the homely nature of the environment, but also to the talking furniture technology. Scanning a microchip positioned on the Lago interiors with their smartphone, each guest will be able connect and keep up-to-date on the resort activities, themed events and happenings, to relax in a dream environment.

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MENDRISIO | FIORE DI PIETRA | ALIAS

This new panoramic restaurant, designed

by Mario Botta, is perched on the rocky crags of Monte Generoso, between Switzerland and Italy, jutting out like a rock flower (Fiore di pietra). The “petal” design consists of a set of five-storey towers arranged with an octagonal layout, which slightly tilt outwards to close again at the upper floors between large windows.

On the east side, the petals open up to a terrace that follows the mountain ridge.

The technical rooms are located on the first floor, the second floor contains a conference room and the two upper floors respectively host a restaurant and self-service area. The dining rooms have been furnished with Alias products and the Laleggera chairs by Riccardo Blumer.

The terrace is distinguished by Alberto Meda’s Bigframe chairs.

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MUNICH | HYPOVEREINSBANK | HI-MACS®

A multi-faceted polygonal structure resembling a crystal lends strength and character to the entrance space of the HypoVereinsbank in Munich, Germany, part of the HVB-Tower skyscraper. It is a daring, complex design created with HI-MACS® solid surface, a decorative and architectural solution that serves as a parapet and gives access to three of the building’s floors, delineating the atrium area. Designed by HENN studio in Monaco, which also oversaw the renovation of the tower’s interior, the HI-MACS® creation interprets a new “geometric dimension” and offers the idea of a unique, compact monolithic block. This result is made possible thanks to the versatility of HI-MACS®, an acrylic stone that can be worked without visible joining marks. The structure was created in collaboration with the builders of 5D Engineering und Arnold AG.

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DUBAI | WESTIN DUBAI AL HABTOOR CITY | SOHER

Luxury bows to the hosting city’s imperative, elegantly enveloping the suite and common areas of the Westin Dubai Al Habtoor City.

Located in Dubai’s Marina area and bestowed with an architecture in contrast with the racy verticality of neighbouring skyscrapers, the hotel focuses on an interior atmosphere which is sophisticated, dreamy, contemporary, eclectic and unexpected. Dedicated to exclusive and refined hospitality, the lobby and catering areas - eight in total - have been furnished by Soher.

The Spanish company has supplied pieces which successfully blend sartoriality, design and functionality, resulting in a perfect balance.

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MOSCOW | BOSCO CAFE | RICHARD GINORI

Geographically distant but culturally akin influences converge on a prestigious Russian restaurant inspired by the Art Nouveau style, where the fin de siècle elegance blends with the tableware proposals of the Florentine atelier that draws on its own history and confide in its talents, thus transforming the mise en place in an absolute protagonist. For Richard Ginori highlighting the context is an essential ability, the targeted airbrush guidance and the clever touch of his painters ensure consistency to formal and decorative choices that grant Bosco CafÊ a unique mood, stemmed from a consolidated taste and style able to establish a tailor made approach with an exclusive soul.

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PARIS | CAFÉ DU TROCADÉRO GEBRÜDER THONET VIENNA

The interior of the Cafè du Trocadéro, opened in Paris in April 2017, was created by Maison Hand. The design alludes to the Parisian salons of the past and plays with the contrast between black and white and with details and finishes in marble, brass and gold color. The Gebrüder Thonet Vienna chairs selected include the N.14 and the Wiener Stuhl, symbols of the company’s tradition, and the contemporary Bodystuhl designed by Nigel Coats. The iconic N.14 stands out in the interior: designed

by Michael Thonet in 1860, it is still made from steam-bent beechwood, in this case with an upholstered seat. Curved beechwood also distinguishes the enveloping structure of the Wiener Stuhl, in a black version here, and the design of the Bodystuhl, which features a cane seat and ergonomic backrest.

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ATHENE | STAVROS NIARCHOS FOUNDATION CULTURAL CENTER | LUCEPLAN

The Stavros Niarchos Cultural Centre, home to the National Greek Opera and National Library, is located a few kilometres away from the centre of Athens, inside an ample city park. The multifunctional complex is designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop and constructed by the consortium led by Salini Impreglio, which also includes the Greek company Terna. The structure’s strong points lie in its relationship with the nearby sea and respect for principles of environmental sustainibility. The reading room stands like a transparent case at the building’s summit. A photovoltaic panel system has been fitted onto the roof, enabling the building to achieve energy autonomy. Luceplan was entrusted with lighting for the library.

The company supplied 150 Grande Costanzas, a maxi-sized version of the iconic Costanza, designed by Paolo Rizzatto. Clean and essential figures with white lampshades are replicated in floor and suspended versions.

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ALICANTE | CASA SARDINERA TALENTI

Casa Sardinera faces the Mediterranean sea, near Alicante, nestled on a hill offering an impressive array of views. Its particular architecture by Ramon Esteve is structured around interconnected pavilions, which on the ground floor create a series of verandas and shaded empty spaces, right up to the swimming pool.

The building, patio and swimming pool exude intense material expression: white concrete for overhanging volumes, glass and wood for domestic interiors.

Material combinations can also be found in outdoor furnishings.

Casilda and Eden are collections respectively by Esteve and Marco Acerbis, both for Talenti and characterised by composite structures. The first mixes stainless steel with marble and wood in tables and comfortable seats, the second uses aluminium structures to support important upholstered volumes, almost suspended in a void.

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LONDON | MOTEL ONE | DUPONT™ CORIAN®

In the historic Minories area, in the heart of London’s financial district, the Motel One chain’s new 4-star hotel, designed by Mackay + Partners, innovatively uses the high-tech DuPont™ Corian® surface applied on an illuminated façade. The building, which consists of a seven-storey cube overlooking the street and, on the back of a sixteen-storey glass tower, features a stylish translucent white skin that creates visually striking effects at night, illuminating the building through several back-lit panels. The LED system includes a range of colours that can be modified by computer. The DuPont™ Corian® coating also serves as a sustainable rainproof façade.

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CAIRO | FOUR SEASONS HOTEL CAIRO AT NILE PLAZA | BAROVIER&TOSO

In the Giza district of Cairo, just 100 metres from the Nile and a mile from the pyramids, the 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza is a beacon of Egyptian hospitality offering first-rate services. There is a very well-equipped fitness centre, a spa, an outdoor roof pool and a range of restaurants, bars and lounges. The hotel, which was recently renovated, features the unique style of Murano tradition: Barovier&Toso was tasked to oversee the lighting of various common areas. Lighting by the company includes 24-light Amsterdam chandeliers, surrounded by custom-made appliquĂŠs and table lamps from the same collection, table and floor lamps from the My Marylin collections and the Twins, Habana and Pigalle floor lamps.

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LONDON | FORA CENTRAL STREET | KETTAL

Designed around the metaphor of the home, Fora Central Street has inaugurated a new space in London dedicated to work which integrates offices, single and collective workstations, wellness areas and the Palatino restaurant, opened in collaboration with the renowned chef Stevie Parle. Kettal has also contributed to this “pro-working� setting, experimenting with a new use for its pavilions. The facility features an array of interiors for work, thought, collaboration and socialisation, thanks to configurability and the insertion of acoustic panels and suspended soft closing glass sliding doors.

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MARRAKECH-MENARA AIRPORT MARTINELLI LUCE

The imposing, spectacular lighting installation created by Martinelli Luce shines and lends character to the 30-metre-diameter glass dome, which identifies the hall of Menara Airport’s new terminal.

The result is an extraordinary example of harmony between tradition and modernism designed by the Abdou Lahlou & Associates architectural firm which, using the Circular Pol and Circular Pol XXL lamp models, designed by Emiliana Martinelli, aimed to reproduce the idea of the clouds. The lamps that make up the installation also create a captivating interplay of white and RGB LEDs, devised by the designers. With the new Terminal, Marrakech will be able to support socio-economic and tourism growth in response to the increase in international traffic to 9 million passengers per year.

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SORRENTO | MAISON LA MINERVETTA OPINION CIATTI

A stay at Maison La Minervetta means awakening suspended over the Gulf of Naples. A total of twelve rooms offer magnificent panoramic views of Mount Vesuvius, islands, the Sorrento coastline and ancient fishing village. La Minervetta was built by Don Giovanni Cacace during the 1950s. Initially, it rose to local fame as a restaurant, before sinking into a period of decadence. Recently repurchased and restructured by its original owners, the Maison has been transformed into a hotel which despite its limited size, offers spacious interiors fitted with all comforts, designed down to the finest of details. Each room has been personalised with unique patterns and enriched with personal objects from collections by the architect Cacace, with reading corners which restore domestic informality thanks to the vertical self-standing book shelves Ptolomeo by Opinion Ciatti.

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MILAN | HOTEL BORGONUOVO CHIARAVALLE | RUBELLI

A stone’s throw from the Abbey of Chiaravalle and from Milan, immersed in the “urban” countryside that surrounds the city: in this little luxury hotel, designed by interior designers Viviana Fedeli and Luca Puglia and embellished with works of art and installations created exclusively for Borgo Nuovo by Samantha Lina, Rubelli has furnished the rooms and common areas with its prestigious home collections (Colombina and Piron chairs) and upholstered the La Cividina, Arflex and Minotti furniture with its fabrics, also providing all of the curtains. Colours and weaves that elegantly complement the rural context while exemplifying its urban character.

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MALTA | HUGO’S BOUTIQUE HOTEL | RESUINSA

Hugo’s Boutique Hotel, located in the heart of the island’s entertainment area Paceville, affirms itself as the new reference point of Maltese hospitality.

The hotel embodies the area’s energy, while also guaranteeing tranquillity and interiors which exude timeless sophistication. The facility develops over 8 floors with 40 rooms and suites, each characterised by a unique theme, all showcasing decidedly hitech design, ample windows and subtle luxury conveyed by furnishings and fabrics, here also palpable in sponges and bed linen produced by Resuinsa.

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ST PETERSBURG | HILTON EXPOFORUM | MELOGRANOBLU

Hilton Saint Petersburg ExpoForum, opened in March 2017, marks the debut of Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the northwest region of the Russian Federation. The new-build hotel is part of the ExpoForum Complex, and offers 169 contemporary guest rooms, including 65 stylish executive rooms and suites. The hotel also caters to meetings and events of all sizes, with eight multifunctional modern meeting rooms and one pillar-less ballroom capable of accommodating up to 550 guests. The large foyer also provides a unique touch thanks both to the imposing spiral staircase and to the glistening glass and light installation created on design by MelogranoBlu with the Hydra system. The chandelier is 11 metre high and is made up of a myriad glass blown Gamma pieces which seem to be floating high in the lobby.

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BEOSOUND SHAPE | BANG & OLUFSEN

BeoSound Shape is a wall-mounted wireless speaker system for design conscious music lovers – delivering immersive sound staging, a customizable design and integrated noise dampers for Rearrange the tiles to form a new pattern, change the colours when you redecorate or add more tiles to boost sound performance or acoustic damping properties.

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CREATIVE CONCEPT, CITYLIFE | NYA NORDISKA

The fabrics in this collection line take us right into the heart of electrifying urban life. They embody vitality and independence, are dynamic and modern and with their smart colour scheme they are also caught in the force field between a subtle appearance and strong accents.

SAINT TROPEZ | ARCHIRIVOLTO | CALLIGARIS

The creative combination of sophisticated design and function distinguish the chair Saint Tropez whose essential characteristics are the attention to detail and ‘quilting’ decoration on the shell. Saint Tropez is a solid chair; clever, colorful, perfectly stackable in the 4 leg version, and suitable for any interior space.

SCRIBBLE | FRANCESCA LANZAVECCHIA | DE CASTELLI

This coffee tables collection aims to celebrate the beauties of De Castelli finishes. Precious materials that express themselves through distinctive oxidations combined with a minimal drawing. The final aim of this project is showing the feminine and elegant soul of metal. Like essential and soft lines drawn by a paintbrush, these shapes create a sort of dance and suddenly turn into table tops ready to be used for elegant and vibrant compositions.

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PARENTESIT FREESTANDING | LIEVORE ALTHERR MOLINA | ARPER

Parentesit is a collection of decorative modular wall panels that offers comfort for contemporary shared spaces. New for 2016, Arper extends the functionality of Parentesit to include freestanding models for increased privacy and comfort. Designed by Lievore Altherr Molina, Parentesit was created with a dual inspiration of minimalist art and classic Japanese interiors.

SOLAR | JEAN MARIE MASSAUD | FOSCARINI

Solar is a new type of object, a contemporary hearth around which to gather and chat outside. The hemispherical body, made of polyethylene, is stable even when it is tilted by 15°. The angling determines the quantity of light diffused, allowing multiple effects and atmospheres to be created.

DEE LOUNGE CHAIR | DONGHIA

Upholstered lounge chair with tight back and seat on a stainless steel base in a satin smoke finish. Comes standard without welt and with quartered sawn solid walnut arm caps. Available in all standard finishes on walnut.

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BUZZIPLEAT | 13&9 | BUZZISPACE

BuzziSpace expands its range of acoustic solutions with the introduction of BuzziPleat. Designed by 13&9, the collection blends beauty and performance into an adaptable collection of wall and hanging pendants. The BuzziPleat series reinterprets ancient techniques used in fashion design, like smocking and pleating, to create large-scale, yet lightweight sculptural forms, made of sound-absorbing BuzziFelt.

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NEW YORK | JEAN-MARIE MASSAUD | POLIFORM

A footrest, an ideal accessory for sofas, or a freestanding element – the range of New York poufs are an extremely versatile solution that adapts to any setting from the home to the hotel. They comes in various versions from the most essential without feet to the most refined with handstitched detailing and enhanced by unique feet forged in a foundry.

ELAPSE COLLECTION | CERAMICHE CAESAR

The stone-effect Elapse collection has instead been chosen for the stores of three important brands, namely Gruppo Basic. In particular the dark grey of Cave for the K-way and Robe di Kappa stores and the Mist tone for the Superga store. Elapse has been installed to form “straight-forward” or “fish-bone” patterns, which attest to the versatility of the collection and its capability to fulfil any architectural need of architects, designers and professionals.

WATERCANDY | LUDOVICA+ROBERTO PALOMBA | ZUCCHETTI

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The new WaterCandy shower head designed by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba for Zucchetti has a strongly innovative look that immediately reveals its eclectic character. The really revolutionary element is the hand-shower, which as well as performing its traditional function can also be used to massage the body.

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CRYSTAL | PEARSON LLOYD | TACCHINI

Tacchini’s Crystal fits perfectly into the contemporary mood that Patrick Norguet has given to the Okoko Hotel in Lyon. Oblique corners reminding of ancient obelisk shapes, creating an architectural play of light and shadow. Full volumes seem to float above the floor, on hidden base. Crystal is a collection of sofas and armchairs away from ordinary standards and clichés which gives birth to a suspended and dynamic effect with no need of aesthetical devices.

CUSTOM ROOM | SELVA

Based on a project that recreates the night environment of a modern hotel suite, the Custom room is designed with the finest details and customized in every corner with Philipp Selva’s collections: from padded covers to refined boiserie enriched by brass horizontal inserts. On the sides, the desk and the bedside table of the Jubilee collection, the Max pouf and the Dante bench.

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RECHARGED | BASTEN LEIJH | ZENS & LG HAUSYS HI-MACS

“Recharged” was created by Zens, and designed by Basten Leijh. It belongs to a new generation of seating for public spaces. It features a circular structure suspended on three thin feet and fabric upholstery. At its centre, a round surface in HI-MACS® enables people to charge their smartphone without using wires.

COLETTE | RODOLFO DORDONI | MINOTTI

The construction of the Colette armchair is fairly complex. The profile of the external structure in metal is calendered, assembled and welded at more than 300 points. The special metallic finish is achieved through galvanization in a white-gold bath, followed by application of a transparent protective coating that lends durability and depth. The Colette armchair comes in two heights and two finishes: Light Gold and Black-Nickel.

MAYDAY | ANTONIOLUPI

Ironic in its style and fun for its smart operating mode, Mayday is the built-in wall mixer tap that takes the shape of an alarm bottom. No more lever up to let the water flow, but a bottom to pull and push. The movement transforms the tap’s function itself. The shape evolves according with its use.

BOLON FLOORING COLLECTION | JEAN NOUVEL | BOLON

With its clean material expression and flexible application, the collection Bolon

by Jean Nouvel Design is an architect- driven flooring concept comprised of six colour signatures. A departure from Bolon’s typically designer-driven flooring, this architectural edition was conceived with spatiality in mind.

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GENNIUS VEGA | KE PROTEZIONI SOLARI

Gennius Vega, is characterized by led inserts with spread light along guides and pillars. An inedited product, able to distinguish between others due to its quality and innovative design, a true marker of the future market trends. Thanks to an original concept of lighting as a furnishing element, Vega is a unique product: the external lights underline its alluring form, while internal spots give a sense of levity to the structure and aluminium profiles.

U-LIGHT | TIMO RIPATTI | AXOLIGHT

Collection consisting of wall lamps, ceiling lamps and suspended lamps in aluminium. Available in several colours and sizes. Built-in LED dimmable light source. U-Light is created by the Finnish designer Timo Ripatti.

ATOLLO | RELAIS VILLA DEL BORGO | OLUCE

Oluce has designed lighting for the Relais Villa Del Borgo, Canelli.

In addition to Atollo, there are also Lyndon and Sonora by Vico Magistretti, Lys, the suspended Kin and wall-mounted Lens.

This vast array of products is completed by Victor Vasilev’s Superluna, the Stone of Glass lamps and the Diamond appliques.

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UMAMI | STEELCASE

Purposeful work deserves meaningful places that bring together design, performance and materiality - because how a space performs is just as critical as how it looks and feels. Umami™ is a versatile lounge furniture system designed to create spaces where people feel an emotional connection.

DAYDREAM | LIVING DIVANI

Daydream is a daybed we designed for Living Divani in 2017, based on the idea of giving life to a very simple and practical object that is almost primitive in its appearance and in the way in which it is produced.

LARIANA | PATRICIA URQUIOLA | AGAPE

Lariana is a bathroom product family consisting of a bathtub and washbasins designed by Patricia Urquiola. The first “member” of this family, the Lariana bathtub, was designed for the bathrooms of the hotel “Il Sereno”. The bathtub’s alternating combination of smooth flowing and straight lines shaping its compact structure calls to mind the the great masters of early 20th century milanese architecture.

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OVERPLAN | MATTEO THUN & ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ | DESIRÉE

Overplan is a modular sofa that stands out for its elegant, harmonious proportions, is a sofa project that looks perfect in any – not necessarily domestic – setting to which it conveys the beauty and elegance of freedom of arrangement.

MEISTERSTÜCKE EMERSO | ARIK LEVY | FRANZ KALDEWEI

Working with star designer Arik Levy, Kaldewei has extended its Meisterstücke premium collection and, at the same time, has added matching washstands. The ensemble of the Meisterstück Emerso bathtub and Meisterstück Emerso washstand feature captivating and extraordinary style elements: the free-standing, fully enamelled bathtub has a slightly rising edge so that, like looking at a silk ribbon rolled in on itself, the eye is seemingly allowed to roam infinitely.

AVIO SOFA SYSTEM | PIERO LISSONI | KNOLL

The technological soul of the Avio Sofa System by Piero Lissoni, the new, contemporary and versatile system of modular sofas from Knoll, is today broadened thanks to an innovative patented mechanism and original asymmetric elements. Aesthetics and technology are increasingly its distinctive features: ideal for those who enjoy a solid and elegant design, an expression of a comfortable and relaxed lifestyle.

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EAMES WIRE CHAIR | CHARLES AND RAY EAMES | HERMAN MILLER

The Eames Wire Chair is a unique iteration in the Shell Chair’s continuous evolution. In the 1950s, the Eames Office started experimenting in bent and welded wire. Inspired by trays, dress forms, and baskets, the team developed a number of pieces, including the wire version of the single-shell form.

The Eames Wire Chair comes with a wire base and an optional seat pad or crisscross, two-piece leather “bikini” pad.

LILY | CABERLON CAROPPI ARCHITETTI ASSOCIATI | ITALAMP

Lily is a collection of lamps conceived for hospitality and developed in collaboration with Italamp. The essence of this lamp lies in the simplicity of its structure, where the power cable itself becomes a decorative element.

CAMDEN | RODOLFO DORDONI | MOLTENI

The Camden seating collection, which includes sofas with backrests of different heights and chaise longue features a simple design. The dimensions are suitable for public spaces and there is a wide range of finishes mid way between home and contract.

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NOCTAMBULE | KOSTANTIN GRCIC | FLOS

Mostly invisible during the day, but coming to glamorous activity at night- time. The analogy is fitting. The new collection of lamps is made of blown glass modules, which are see-through and therefore almost inexistent at day-time. Extra elements such a glass dome or cone shaped head allow for added performance such as a floorstanding uplighter and pendant.

MYSTONE LAVAGNA | MARAZZI

Mystone Lavagna, this tile is based on slate in its darkest black colouring. Ideal for floor and wall surfaces in indoor and outdoor spaces with the facility to create unbroken visual continuity between indoors/outdoors, these tiles can also be used in private and residential spaces, public and commercial spaces such as stores, restaurants, bars and hotel lobbies.

SIX SHADES OF PALMER | TOAN NGUYEN | FENDI CASA

Six Shades of Palmer is the new exclusive Made-To-Order version of the Palmer sofa designed by Toan Nguyen. A creative blend of graphic lines and rigorous shapes enhanced by an innovative use of colors. Six Shades of Palmer stands out for its surprising dégradé effect that gives it a unique personality. Six nuances ranging from an intense passion red to a delicate powder pink. A sofa with a strong charisma, embodying the perfect synthesis of the FENDI woman’s Dualism.

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DESIGN INSPIRATIONS INOUT 630 | PAOLA NAVONE | GERVASONI

Bergere armchair in handwoven natural kubu rattan, aluminum frame, aged teak feet. Removable covers. One back cushion 50x50 cm.

THE HAYON COLLECTION | JAIME HAYON | BISAZZA BAGNO

Designed by Jaime Hayon, this collection for Bisazza Bagno clearly recalls the aesthetics of Art Déco. The Hayon Collection of bathroom furniture includes console tables and cabinets as well as basins, baths, brassware, shower screens, mirrors and lighting, as well as a variety of accessories and decorative items.

L7 | PIERO LISSONI | LUALDI

The refined linearity of the door designed by Piero Lissoni is this year enriched with new glasses. L7 materials and technologies now enlarge its finishes through new metallic shades. Those refined characteristics confirm Lissoni’s project suitability to the finest interior projects. L7 is available in two versions, the sliding and the shutter.

PARIS PANAME | BRUNO MOINARD | ROCHE BOBOIS

Designed by internationally renowned interior designer Bruno Moinard, the Paris Paname designs will form a centrepoint of Roche Bobois’ Nouveaux Classiques collection. Carefully curated design embodies this collection; it combines traditional aesthetics and modernity.

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SAKÉ | PIERO LISSONI | B&B ITALIA

SAKé signals the beginning of Piero Lissoni’s collaboration with B&B Italia. The design begins from a strongly contemporary seating system distinguished by a careful search for formal balance.

ALGORITHM | TOAN NGUYEN | VIBIA

Algorithm is a tool that is designed to inspire and facilitate our creativity till we achieve the desired configuration for any project. Like a constellation, a flock of birds or a cloud of frozen rain, this collection brings together beauty and geometry within a lighting system filled with magic.

SOULCOLLECTION | CRISTIANO MINO | STARPOOL

Starpool’s SoulCollection combines the essence of design with a cozy simplicity and high technical quality. SoulSauna and SoulSteam are characterized by purity of layout, sophisticated simplicity of materials, soft touches and an urban concept with industrial traits.

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ICARO | ROBERTO LAZZERONI | MOOD FLEXFORM

The Icaro collection has a sturdy structure in solid wood and includes a new sofa, an armchair, a bed, a bedside unit, a bookcase, a mirror and small tables.

Extreme comfort for the new round sofa, an island of relaxation that fits perfectly into the indoor-outdoor trend, in which furnishings created for outdoor use migrate into interiors, plausibly in a secluded, intimate corner of the living area.

AIR LOUNGE | TUUCI

Stretching the horizons of hammock comfort and innovation, TUUCI’s Air Lounge is the ultimate way to relax. Designed to gently contract and expand for a smooth ride, its unique beauty is matched only by its durable construction of Ultra Dry-Core Comfort Mesh and durable hardwood stretcher bars.

APSARA | LUDOVICA+ROBERTO PALOMBA | GIORGETTI

Modular seating system available in two depths, with the base in protected aluminum, powder painted in carob colour, made up of afrormosia wooden slats, alternated with others in aluminum. The frame of armrests and backrests is in marine plywood and powder painted steel.

The upholstery, with fabrics from the Open-air collection, is completely removable, with the piping in waterproof eco-leather available in various colour shades.

COLLECTION ANODIC III | AKZONOBEL POWDER COATINGS

A collection of soft metallic effects from the most popular anodizing shades to enhance the precious of aluminum with Interpon Powder Coatings. Half of the metal our customers receive in their products has been used before. With Anodic the design will last longer, protecting the goods and ensuring an environmental friendly recycle when required.

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MIPIM UK: AN ENORMOUS OPPORTUNITY, BEYOND THE UNCERTAINTY OF BREXIT Within this scenario of dramatic economic and political changes, MIPIM UK presents itself as more necessary than ever before, as a key event for investors eager to harness the potential of the UK’s real estate sector Author: Alessandro Bignami

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What does the next chapter of the UK real estate sector hold in store for us? MIPIM UK will attempt to answer this complex question. The event is scheduled to take place in London on 18th and 19th October 2017, when Britain will be undergoing political and economic changes, during this time of post-Brexit redefinition. United Kingdom operators will be absolute protagonists of the event, considering that 50% of participants are from London and 43% from other regions.

The schedule of events will cover an interesting range of topics, such as the state of the global economy, and the United King-

dom’s position on the new international scene, the new government’s industrial strategy and opportunities for investors in the sector. The Innovation Forum and Investors’ Summit will also be key events. The Innovation Forum will present the third edition of the UK MIPIM Start-up Competition, part of a travelling competition also involving New York and Hong Kong, which together with London, are all major global hubs for real estate technologies.

Debate at the Investors’ Summit, open for the first time to all participants, will focus on an array of topics: investment risks and returns, with particular focus on

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areas beyond London, opportunities in the residential sector, also offered by 2.3 billion pounds which the government has allocated for homes and infrastructures, chages to office and work spaces in the age of digital revolution. The results of a study conducted on 60 major institutional investors in the real estate sector, capable of managing over 600 billion dollars, have been released before the opening of the trade fair.

The study found that international investors have remained strongly anchored to the British real estate market, despite uncertainty due to Brexit. Approximately 46% of global players who participated in

MIPIM Cannes 2017 declared their intention of maintaining the same level of commitment within the sector, even after the triggering of Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty, which will activate the process for the UK’s exit from the EU. No one actually knows what Brexit will mean for the real estate market in the Long Term, as Andy Pyle, real estate sector manager at KPMP explains: “We’ll find out day by day. It’s clear that uncertainty has impacted the investment of industries in the UK, but the extent varies according to investors, the origin of capital, the investment strategy and points of view on Brexit”.

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MIAMI | ONE THOUSAND MUSEUM | ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS

The tower-sculpture in glass and white cement, with over 60 storeys under construction at the Museum Park, offering 360-degree views over Biscayne Bay, is scheduled to host 83 large-sized residences by the end of 2018, ranging from townhouses for lower storeys, to top-floor penthouses and duplexes. Numerous amenities include the Sun&Swim Terraces, with wellness centre and gym, outdoor green areas designed by Enzo Ena, and an Aquatic Center on the roof, with swimming pool and a Sky Lounge for events. The interior design project, by ID & Design International, also features furnishings and accessories by Italian companies including Lualdi, Poliform, Valli&Valli and B&B Italia.

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NEXT NEW YORK | 111 MURRAY | KOHN PEDERSEN FOX, MR ARCHITECTURE AND DÉCOR, THE ROCKWELL GROUP

The residential tower at 111 Murray Street, Tribeca, has recently reached full height. In 2018 residents will move into 157 residences of different sizes, ranging from small one-bedroom apartments to entire floor penthouses, with views of the Hudson River and New York Harbor.

58 floors, 241 metres high, the building features a slightly contoured and transparent shape, developed by a team of acclaimed architects and designers. Residents will be able to enjoy extensive outdoor green areas, as well as two floors of common spaces and services designed by The Rockwell Group, including a lounge zone, meeting halls, a patisserie, fitness club, spa, swimming pools for children and adults, library, media room, and equipped games areas.

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BOSTON | ONE DALTON | PEI COBB FREED & PARTNERS, CAMBRIDGE SEVEN ASSOCIATES, THIERRY DESPONT, BILL ROONEY STUDIO

Located in one of Boston’s most dynamic areas, the tower conceived by Harry N. Cobb is set to become part of the city’s skyline and New England’s tallest building, at 213 metres in height and a total of 61 floors. The equilateral triangle-shaped glass skyscraper with full height windows, offering panoramic views of Charles River, Fenway, South End, Boston Harbor and the Blue Hills, will host 215 rooms of Boston’s second Four Seasons, and 160 Four Season Residences apartments located on the 26th to the 61st floors.

Hosts and residences will be able to enjoy the spa, swimming pool, The Wright Fit gym, events venues, a Club Lounge, with interiors designed by Thierry Despont, as well as a park designed by the landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh.

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DUBAI, MELBOURNE | MANDARIN ORIENTAL ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS

From late 2020 Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will manage a second hotel with 257 rooms and 144 private residences in Dubai. Located in Sheikh Zayed Road, the hotel will complete Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Beach, an urban resort currently being developed on the seafront that is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2018. Both hotels are owned by wasl Asset Management Group, which is also overseeing the development of wasl Tower. With the same formula - hotel and private residences - in 2023 the Group also plans to open its first property in Australia in the Collins Street tower designed

by Zaha Hadid Architects in the heart of Melbourne’s financial district.

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SAO PAOLO | CIDADE MATARAZZO | ATELIERS JEAN NOUVEL, PHILIPPE STARCK, TRIPTYQUE

The first Rosewood Hotels & Resorts property in South America, scheduled to open in 2019, will be a partner in the real estate regeneration project developed by Alexandre Allard in Sao Paolo, Brazil. Cidade Matarazzo, the historic 20th century hospital building located in the heart of the city, between Itapeva, São Carlos do Pinhal, Pamplona streets and Rio Claro Avenue, will be restructured and transformed into a complex with hotels, private residences and retail areas, thanks to the architecture and façade by Jean Nouvel, conceived as a vertical park, and Philippe Starck’s project for the interiors of 151 hotel rooms and over 100 private apartments, with 50 different layouts ranging from 130 to 450 sq m.

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DUBAI | HILTON, PREMIER INN | NAKHEEL

Nakheel, one of the biggest real estate development companies in Dubai, has signed an agreement with Hilton for a double opening with the Double Tree brand - a 254-room hotel in Jumeirah Village Triangle and a second hotel with private residences in one of the towers on Deira Island, which should be ready in 2020. British group Whitbread also plans to open a second Premier Inn in Dragon City following the first in Ibn Battuta Mall, which will form part of a huge residential, commercial and recreation complex in 2019.

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Overview

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e present you with data on top hotel projects in some areas of the world. Europe remains strategic, with London confirming itself as a major international hub. Dubai’s immense constructions stand out in the Middle East, whereas Africa is set to play an increasingly important role. Europe, including Russia, continues to be a major area of interest for investment in top hotel construction, renovation, conversion and enlargement projects. Out of 6,632 projects in the world, 1,832 are under way in the Old Continent, including 594 scheduled for completion in 2018 and 351 in 2019. Most works involve the construction of new buildings: 1,263. Germany is the country with the highest number of projects (726), home to a staggering five out of the top ten European cities. However, London also continue to shine as a major global contract sector hub, with 86 projects under way, far ahead of the second city, Hamburg, with 48. The City’s most complex project is the Hard Rock Hotel London, a 900-room restructuring feat due for completion by 2018. The Middle East continues to attract contract investments, despite the critical geopolitical situation. Currently there are 678 projects under way, concentrated mostly in Saudi Arabia (239) and the United Arab Emirates (177). Dubai confirms itself as the area’s top location, with 173 projects, among which the most majestic is the recovery of the Bawadi Project, a 60,000 room “contract city”, with an overall investment volume of more than two billion dollars. Africa’s growing role should not be underestimated. Currently there are 352 top hotel projects under way, of which 192 already under construction, close to opening or just opened. Egypt is the nation guiding the continent’s market, but the cities with the highest number of projects (19) are Addis Ababa and Nairobi.

The Four Points by Sheraton Addis Ababa, a new construction with 450 rooms is set to open in early 2019.

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ONGOING HOTEL PROJECTS

CONSTRUCTIONS IN PROGRESS: 294 NEW

CONSTRUCTIONS IN TOP COUNTRIES:

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NEW

1,842

352

678

CHINA: 46 - RUSSIA: 46

EUROPE

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

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STATUS:

STATUS:

STATUS:

CONSTRUCTIONS IN PROGRESS: 135

VISION 26 PRE-PLANNING 171 PLANNING 803 UNDER CONSTRUCTION 623 PRE-OPENING 126 OPENED 93

VISION 12 PRE-PLANNING 31 PLANNING 117 UNDER CONSTRUCTION 151 PRE-OPENING 38 OPENED 3

VISION 6 PRE-PLANNING 53 PLANNING 188 UNDER CONSTRUCTION 314 PRE-OPENING 98 OPENED 19

NEXT OPENING:

NEXT OPENING:

NEXT OPENING:

2018: 594 2019: 351

2018: 102 2019: 19

2018: 214 2019: 143

WHERE AND HOW MANY:

WHERE AND HOW MANY:

WHERE AND HOW MANY:

GERMANY 726 UNITED KINGDOM 231 RUSSIA 127 FRANCE 103 SWITZERLAND 79 AUSTRIA 77 SPAIN 75 ITALY 68 POLAND 49 NETHERLANDS 40

EGYPT 56 MOROCCO 50 ALGERIA 11 ETHIOPIA 25 NIGERIA 35 KENYA 23 SOUTH AFRICA 19 TANZANIA 13 CAPE VERDE 12 TUNISIA 11

SAUDI ARABIA 239 UAE 177 TURKEY 55 QATAR 52 OMAN 42 IRAQ 20 JORDAN 18 BAHRAIN 16 GEORGIA 15 KUWAIT 14

EUROPE: 111 - MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA: 109

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CONSTRUCTIONS IN TOP COUNTRIES: CHINA: 54 - MIDDLE EAST: 49 USA: 37 - EUROPE: 30

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts CONSTRUCTIONS IN PROGRESS: 85 CONSTRUCTIONS IN TOP COUNTRIES: CHINA: 65 - USA: 21 MIDDLE EAST: 13 - INDIA: 10

Marriott International Inc. CONSTRUCTIONS IN PROGRESS: 77 CONSTRUCTIONS IN TOP COUNTRIES: USA: 63 - CHINA: 26 EUROPE: 15 - UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: 9

CONSTRUCTIONS IN PROGRESS: 69

USA: 1 - CHINA: 11 EUROPE: 35 - UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: 21

source: TopHotelProjects.com

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Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts CONSTRUCTIONS IN TOP COUNTRIES:

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UNITED KINGDOM Hard Rock Hotel in London Phase: Under Construction 5 star - 900 rooms Opening date: Q2/2018

ETHIOPIA Four Points

by Sheraton in Addis Ababa Phase: Planning 5 star - 450 rooms Opening date: Q1/2019

UAE Bawadi Projects in Dubai Phase: Pre-Planning 5 star - 60,000 rooms Opening date: not available

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