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WONDER 16 Casa dei Tre Oci, Venice | ‘Naviganti.

A voyage inside the Sanlorenzo shipyards’ Silvano Pupella

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Color stories

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Man at the center… of color

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Art, architecture and interaction

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Power to the imagination

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82 Maranello and Modena, Italy The Ferrari Museums

84 Richmond | Virginia Museum of Fine Arts ‘Edward Hopper and the American Hotel’

86 Moganshan, China | Joe Lalli Resort Studio Stylus, Jade + QA

140 Leiden, Holland | Naturalis Biodiversity Center Neutelings Riedijk Architects, Iris van Herpen

142 London | House of dots | Camille Walala 144 Googie | Transparency Matters | Draga & Aurel

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Space for time, and vice versa

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Contemporary Japan in Milan

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California casual cool

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A green vision of high-end residences

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A contemplative perspective

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Zaha Hadid Architects

Times Square Edition | House of Yes

188 Sesame | Sensorial Experiment 2019 Christophe Benichou Architectures

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Pink vibes by Sir David Adjaye OBE

The Standard

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The new place to stay in London

Aqua Health Clinic Beijing

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Wellness: roots and future

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A glamorous retreat in Beverly Hills

Nobu Hotel Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

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Understated luxury

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ow at its fifth year of existence, the Collectible Book of IFDM dons a new outfit, sealed by a genuine label that indicates its distinctive character – Wonder – becoming the protagonist of this publishing project.

For us at IFDM this implied ratification of a reality that has clearly been there for some time: the world of Design and therefore its Beauty, from the first edition in March 2016, have represented the guidelines of the collections focusing on Contract and Hospitality. Beauty at 360 degrees, not just aesthetic but also conceptual, the beauty that is not seen but perceived when we are faced with a project that attracts ‘only’ for the harmony it channels.

At the dawn of the 9th edition, then, beauty is acknowledged and displayed on the cover as a factor of re-branding, or more precisely of the consolidation of the title as .Wonder – Projects & Hospitality Collection.

Wonder, for IFDM, means the best in interiors, design, architecture and production of furnishings. Wonder is the most significant of all the impressions and delights that can be conveyed to our readers.

The stars of this edition include internationally acclaimed talents in architecture and interior design: 3XN, David Adjaye, Shigeru Ban, Gilles & Boissier, Kerry Hills, Jean Nouvel, Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Peter Marino, RDAI, Snohetta, Waterfrom. An exceptional parterre de roi for

exceptional projects, each with its own fascinating appeal. The new generations of design have also made some important achievements: art and architecture blend in the spectacular Nobu in Mexico created by the young Americans of PCH Studio, a true gem facing the ocean. The team of RBSGroup- unorthodox in terms of roles and forms of expertise – has designed the Olympic House complex in Lausanne.

The effect of a ship in London is triggered by The Standard designed by Shawn Hausman and Archer Humphryes. Every project of the Wonder book is a location to discover, also behind its outer image, to better grasp its prestige and opportunities. At the same time, the partnership with ColorWorks continues. The first two Color Design Stories touch on themes that have also been explored in the past: technology, human relations, ethics and aesthetics, but also go beyond to delve in sociology (with several surprises) and the field of neurosciences. This represents confirmation of the fact that a trend is a trend if it continues in time, and that its changing forms – as in the case of technology and its users – constitute an aspect to monitor and to comprehend.

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WONDER. CASA DEI TRE OCI, VENICE | ‘NAVIGANTI. A VOYAGE INSIDE THE SANLORENZO SHIPYARDS’ | SILVANO PUPELLA The exhibition during the Venice Art Biennale 2019 presented 30 black and white shots made in the headquarters in La Spezia, to narrate the alliance between craftsmanship and technology in a shipyard.

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Š Silvano Pupella

The image announces the new Yacht & Cruise Wonder Book of IFDM, which in June 2020 approaches the multidisciplinary nautical sector with the same combination illustrated by the photographer.

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WONDER. SHANGHAI | SINAN BOOKS POETRY STORE | WUTOPIA LAB © CreatAR Images

The architects imagined the largest professional poetry bookstore in Shanghai with the concept of ‘church in church’, using 45 tons of steel shelves and blue film on the windows in the historic site of St. Nicholas Church.

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WONDER. HUZHOU, CHINA | NEW CENTURY MAGIC HOTEL | X+LIVING The hotel was designed to create a “hotel + paradise” vacation mode not only to meet the needs of children, but also to inspire entertainment and playfulness in adults.

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Man at the center… of color Next year’s trends put people and their relational and behavioral universe at the center of the reflections of ColorForward® on the shades that will set the tone of 2021

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pace for yellows and oranges. But also midnight blue and intense shades of violet. The palette for the year to come is an engaging rainbow of warm, deep hues. A far cry from the tones that dominate in 2020, where there has been more space for cool, forceful tones, representing a society in conflict, in pursuit of balance, with respect to itself and to the innovations and technologies that are shaping its future. There is a close connection between the emerging movements of society and the colors that set chromatic trends: the research and interpretations have been carried out by ColorWorks®, the design & technology division of the business unit Masterbatches of

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Clariant, and its international experts at four centers (Sao Paulo, Chicago, Merate and Singapore).

Global trends – deduced by identifying innovations and changes that emerge from society and its dynamics in a wide range of sectors – have been grouped in four macro-themes, or Stories, literally translated into 20 colors (5 per story) to reflect the spirit of each theme. Since 16 years the research has led to ColorForward®, namely a ‘color forecasting guide’ that contains and announces color trends for the coming year.The central role of human behavior, relationships between individuals, their attitudes and emotions – as seen in the research of ColorWorks® – creates a red thread through the global trends for next year: hence the general prevalence of warm tones. Dumb numb narrates the increasingly overriding dependency on screens and digital devices, which makes human relations a matter of privilege; C-True embodies the distrust of society towards information and brands, and at the same time the growing demand for authenticity and transparency; Sense appeal is the story on neuroaesthetics, the revolutionary translation of human being individuale preferences to aesthetics.

Finally, Ubuntu – a term that in the Zulu language means “I am because we are,” is a story that focuses on collaborative intelligence and collective awareness. But the (conceptual) shadings of these stories are much wider in range, as are their origins and their respective chromatic results. An introduction to this unexpected, surprising world is offered by Judith van Vliet, ColorWorks® Senior Designer and leader of the ColorForward® team, in an exclusive interview divided in the two annual Projects&Hospitality publications, to reveal the Color Trends for 2021.

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Aesthetics

Stupidify

The golden ticket

Ciaokefai?

No WI-FI

Why-FI?

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Over two thirds of the world population has a device; 91% never leave home without it, and 46% say they couldn’t live without it. It’s a fact: we have become ‘screen slaves’! Devices are always with us, to capture every moment, every experience or event. Ironically, according to science, when we document those events we tend to remember them less! Research has shown that the use is strongest among the young: teenagers spend 8.7 hours a day looking at screens just for entertainment, while 60% of them also use them for everyday educational activities, though for tweens this quota is 27% (just 4 years ago the numbers were respectively 29% and 11%). But exposure to screens starts even earlier nowadays, with very high risks from a cognitive standpoint. In adults, there is a correlation between screen time and depression.

Even the mere physical presence of a smartphone seems to generate a remarkable drop in attention.

While until a few years ago there was the common thought that having access to technology was a privilege, offering greater availability of information and hence greater expectations, today we are seeing a completely reversed digital gap: higher rates of screen time happens in low-income families as opposed to the wealthy ones, which instead try to avoid technology in our increasingly connected lives. This results in human engagement to have become a luxury, along with the most authentic luxury, far from hyperconnectivity, in contact with nature, off-grid, so to speak; experiences that become a new, sought-after status symbol. The colors of this Story are all connected with key concepts. Starting with Stupidify, a term that refers to the negative consequences of too much screen time: a bright pink, a metaphor of simplicity and superficiality. The golden ticket references the tones of gold, discreet and sophisticated, like the elite that can afford to have human contact and off grid luxury experiences. Warm, strong, the orange named Ciaokefai? (Hey Whassup?), a title based on Italian youth slang, symbolically suggests friendship and human contact. No WI-FI: like the name says, this soft delicate green points to the most authentic experiences, far from technology and its radiation, which instead determines the gray of Why-FI?, a color and at the same time a question mark: do we really need to always be connected?

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SECOND STORY.

COLOR STORIES

Trend

C-TRUE

We live in the era of authenticity, society demands transparency and truth, both in people and in what surrounds us. It is no coincidence that the influence of Instagram is diminishing: the engagement rate for sponsored posts by influencers was equal to 4% three years ago; in 2019 that figure dropped to 2.4%. A decrease of 50% connected with the growing distrust of users with respect to artificial profiles and advertising.

A trend that has convinced multinationals like Unilever and Kellogg’s to eliminate influencers from their marketing campaigns. The latest research published

by McKinsey on consumer behavior shows that 70% of all the demographics analyzed prefer to buy products from companies they consider ethical, while 80% among the new generation X would never buy anything from brands involved in scandals. But how can we understand if a brand is truly trustworthy? Often the borderline between woke-washing and authenticity is blurry and hard to interpret. The best way for consumers to take away their doubts about ethical authenticity of a brand is to rely on technologies such as Blockchain that reveal full transparency across all points of production including supply chain. The distrust also extends to the big players and what they channel in the area of data and information – controlled by giants like Google, Facebook, Amazon: this has led to the Dweb, or decentralized web: the data can thus reside in multiple locations, eliminating unilateral control, establishing peer-to-peer continuity to create micro-communities, boosting data integrity. Colors get darker and more serious, while the touches of light rely on tones that suggest the light at the end of the tunnel. Pure False evokes the hues of marble, deep and dark, referencing the market of fake products that continues to grow. The naked truth is the color of the Financial Times (a faded orange), considered one of the few newspapers that has kept faith with its mission. El Dorado, with its name that ties back to the mythical city and its golden nuances, cautions us against the fact that “all that glitters is not gold.” Translucent, artificial referencing green washing, the lime green of The Mask references the masks of woke-washing. Myrddin has fully positive attribute, taking its name from the prophet of the Welsh legend who went mad in the face of falsehood; hence a blue (like his tunic) is added to the palette, a hue that in color psychology that implies trust, loyalty.

Pure False

The naked truth

Aesthetics

El Dorado

The Mask

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Benjamin Gilmartin

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Benjamin Gilmartin

ART, ARCHITECTURE AND INTERACTION The vision of Benjamin Gilmartin, partner of Diller Scofidio+Renfro, the design studio that has changed the face of New York City.

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ne of the most highly acclaimed contemporary architecture firms, Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R) have completed projects that include the High Line in New York, the expansion of MoMA, and the dynamic Shed performing art center that moves on wheels. The four partners – Liz Diller, Ricardo Scofidio, Charles Renfro and Benjamin Gilmartin – and over 100 architects, designers and artists are rethinking the cities of the world and their symbols, reinventing the Victoria & Albert Museum of London and imagining a new Olympic and Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs. In a spirit of avantgarde experimentation, “I think architecture is ultimately about the social life of the city and trying to create energetic sticky spaces that foster gathering and as much interaction as possible, to attract a critical mass”.

author: Anna Casotti portrait photo: Geordie Wood projects photo: Iwan Baan (The Shed), Hufton + Crow (The Broad), Diller Scofidio+Renfro (London Centre for Music, United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum, V&A East Collection & Research Centre)

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How did your partnership with the Diller Scofidio + Renfro studio come about?

I joined the studio in 2004 to co-lead the redesign of Alice Tully Hall, multiple public spaces within the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts campus, and, among other projects, the Rio de Janeiro Museum of Image and Sound, and the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive at the University of California, Berkeley. When I became a partner in 2015, I had been collaborating with Liz, Ric, and Charles for years on most of the projects that went through the studio, and that collaboration of four very different personalities and points of view continues to be at the core of the way we design.

What projects are you working on right now?

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Museum in Colorado Springs this year. We were also recently selected to design the new home for the School of Architecture and Planning at MIT. (That project is almost like trying to do surgery on your own brain, because we identify with the clients so closely.) Across the pond, I’m co-leading the design of the London Centre for Music, a new permanent home for the London Symphony Orchestra that will create a vital new interface between Barbican Centre and the city.

How would you define your vision on architecture?

I think architecture is ultimately about the social life of the city and trying to create energetic sticky spaces that foster gathering and as much interaction as possible, to attract a critical mass. That can happen through cultural programming, but, often, it’s also a result of the open-ended spaces created to stage an informal theater of everyday life, where people are passing through, but end up being drawn in to watch or even become performers.

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Above: London Centre for Music (left), V&A East Collection & Research Centre, London (right) Below: United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum, Colorado Springs

Among the most recent projects of Diller Scofidio + Renfro the performing center The Shed in Hudson Yards. What is this revolutionary idea of dynamic architecture inspired by?

There was a need in New York City for a cross-disciplinary platform, a place of real scale, with true builtin flexibility. Often, flexible buildings are generic in form, but we wanted to make a bespoke structure, versatile enough to respond to a future it cannot know. It would be so adaptable, it could even change its footprint. Art comes in all sizes and formats - why commit to a fixed building size? Our city, with all of its many cultural institutions, didn’t have a cultural entity that could be both large and small, indoor and outdoor, and bring together all disciplines.

Among your most recent projects, is the United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs. Can you tell us your inspiration for this architecture?

The dynamic building form is inspired by the energy and grace of Olympians and Paralympians in competition. The building is organized around a continu-

ous pathway spiraling through a pinwheel series of cantilevered galleries. This sequence of spaces is enveloped by a taut façade of shingled aluminum panels that bend and stretch. The flexing, twisting expression of the building’s inner structure evokes a sense of aspiration and struggle. It’s a language of exertion and elegance in architectural terms that evokes the athlete’s performance, intuitively preparing visitors for the extraordinary stories of the Olympic and Paralympic athletes contained within.

How much did the unique setting influence the formal fluidity of the building?

The Museum has been strategically sited to make room for a hardscape plaza with a postcard view of Pike’s Peak above, meant to be enjoyed by locals and museum-goers alike. The Plaza creates opportunities for the Museum to share its programming freely with the public for events like Olympic and Paralympic simulcasts, parties, or ice skating in winter. Within, the galleries feature large framed views looking out into the surrounding landscape and city from each corner of the museum.

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What are its main features?

We wanted to create a connected and seamless experience for people of all abilities. First, visitors ascend the light-filled atrium in an elevator, before following a gently sloping path to the ground floor. The museum also incorporates a state-of-the-art check-in system where visitors can register any personal needs on an electronic tag, such as being hard of hearing or having difficulty reading small print. The exhibits are pre-programmed to automatically adjust to meet those requirements. Throughout the design process, we worked with a number of athletes with disabilities to make sure the museum could be a shared experience for all visitors.

What kind of materials did you use?

The façade is comprised of shingled, anodized aluminum panels that, overall, produce a soft and elastic quality, almost like a fabric stretching over the strong internal structure and spaces.

How does DS+R studio combine the performing arts, architecture and the visual art?

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try almost any kind of project, which comes from Liz’s and Ric’s roots as artists. Within the studio, there’s a relentless desire to take on problems of all scales and types, and in all media, in locations all around the world, that are different from what we’ve done before. We are always searching for a harder mountain to climb.

Benjamin Gilmartin

Above: The Broad, Los Angeles Below: The Shed, New York

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Space for time, and vice versa Contrasting structural forms share the same environmental awareness in the new Swatch headquarters designed by Shigeru Ban in Biel, Switzerland

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onumental and dazzling, the new Swatch headquarters designed by Shigeru Ban Architects winds for 240 meters, gripping inside its reticular jaws an independent but perfectly complementary architectural unit for the new Omega factory and the exhibition space CitĂŠ du Temps. A clearly iconic project, because it playfully unwinds with curves, transparencies, colors and innovative construction technologies. It is also impressive in its numbers.

An area of 25,000 square meters on five levels, 400 workstations in the Swatch International and Swatch Switzerland departments, a facade which at its highest point reaches 27 meters, 1997 cubic meters of Swiss wood used to make the dense grid of 4600 beams. Then there are 9 underground 34 | IFDM

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wells, two former fuel tanks converted as water reservoirs, scattered across the entire area, and 1,770 square meters of photovoltaic panels that produce about 212.3 MWh of electricity per year, the equivalent of the average annual consumption of 61 families. To define the form of the structure, which gently rises before shifting to the Cité du Temps, and the exact position of the many beams, the designers have utilized 3D printing.

The honeycomb wood parts – opaque, transparent and translucent – are assembled with a special plug-in system to allow as much natural light to pass as possible, bringing it into the complex while providing correct thermal insulation. The structural shell is concealed by a complex network of cables. The entrance hall is completely in glass, with ample proportions, creating a sense of

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Owner: Swatch Group Architecture: Shigeru Ban Architects Interior design: Shigeru Ban Architects & Vitra Furnishings and fittings: Bisazza, USM, Vitra Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Didier Boy de la Tour, courtesy Shigeru Ban; courtesy Swatch Group

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transparency, openness and lightness, amplified by the glass balustrades placed at every level. Also in glass, two theatrical elevators enable staff and visitors to reach the upper floors and the footbridge, on the third floor, connecting the headquarters to the CitĂŠ du Temps. The interiors are organized with a cascade layout, sharing in a discreet image that stays that way even when the furnishings have vibrant colors. As in the case of the Tip Ton chairs designed by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby for Vitra, which punctuate the space with red, blue and yellow, around the workstations configured with the white Map Tables, or the Alcove Sofas by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, iconic, large white and red presences. Besides the offices and exhibition spaces, the project by Shigeru Ban covers various shared areas: a cafe on the ground floor and small lounges on the various levels. In the headquarters the open spaces alternate with 38 | IFDM

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alcove cabins that can contain up to six people for work meetings or private phone calls. The installation at the back part of the second floor is definitely unusual: a staircase that leads up to nowhere – the so-called Reading Stairs – where steps and views encourage brainstorming during creative breaks. The Cité du Temps, slightly raised, seems to float on the pillars below, bring together under one roof the cheerful spirit typical of the Swatch brand, the luxurious character of Omega and the Nicolas G. Hayek Conference Hall, with its elliptical form enhanced by an elaborate mosaic facade. For the making of the hall, Bisazza has supplied 1.5 million tiles, customized in the exclusive hue chosen by Shigeru Ban.

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Milan

Contemporary Japan in Milan How to bring oriental style to Milan while avoiding stereotypes? The architect Maurizio Lai pulls it off in the new IYO Aalto restaurant at Porta Nuova

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restaurant where Japan gets an original, unmannered interpretation, thanks to noble materials and openings for light: it’s the new IYO Aalto, the second venue after IYO Taste Experience, the only Japanese restaurant with a Michelin star in Italy. Facing Piazza Alvar Aalto in the Porta Nuova zone, the restaurant is the brainchild of entrepreneur Claudio Liu, who wanted to bring a new gastronomic experience to the heart of the new Milan. The 42 | IFDM

project is by Maurizio Lai, architect and set designer, who explains: “The pursuit of an essential but engaging language, and the choice of almost living natural material as the predominant feature, have inevitably led to the creation of the space in relation to the gastronomic project. Elements that could be traced back to the Japanese aesthetic, so to speak, have always been part of my design philosophy: the play of full and empty zones, the suspended furnishings, the light that seems to filter

Client: Claudio Liu Design and supervision: Arch. Maurizio Lai Installations: Poliform Contract & Projects Lighting fixtures: Hiproject Kitchen, sushi counter, wine cellar: Marrone Furnitures: Poliform Faucets/bath accessories: Ceadesign Sanitary fixtures, Giuseppe Giussani: Rapsel Floors and facings in restrooms: Trend Group Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: Andrea Martiradonna

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through the material. My design philosophy is full of inspirations, but avoids references to specific traditions and cultures.” The space of 320 square meters unwinds in a pathway that embraces the large visible kitchen, closed in a sort of display case, as well as an impressive wine cellar for 1600 bottles, the Sushi Banco – a small room for eight guests featuring the edomae zushi of the Bunsei era, when the nigiri were prepared before the customers’ eyes – and the Ristorante Gastronomico, seating 38, with surfaces in canaletto walnut and a ceiling enhanced by details in float glass, tables with central Lazy Susans in gray-green porphyry, cabinets and furnishings to organize the spaces and regulate light. “We worked in close contact with the Contract division of Poliform, to gain the maximum benefits of entrusting the project to a single manufacturer,” the architect continues.

“The collaboration began with the engineering of the range of our furnishings and installations.

The company then produced, installed and tested

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the entire decor: cabinets, glass, items in stone.

The technical prowess and unique sensibilities of production companies like Poliform, reflecting the most advanced levels of Made in Italy, have been fundamental to achieve impeccable results in such a complex operation.” A project of collaboration for a restaurant that promises to be an eyeopener: “IYO Aalto represents a perfect mixture of custom creations and catalogue products,” says Giovanni Anzani, CEO of Poliform. “Poliform Contract has produced the custom entrance of the restaurant, where panes of float glass and smoked mirrors create a particular game of transparency and reflections. We have also made the desk and all the walls of the venue, which are never continuous, in order to define and border spaces without every isolating them from the whole. All the seating in the restaurant is composed of standard Poliform products.”

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Santa Monica

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Santa Monica

California casual cool In a uniquely creative beachside community, the Proper Hotel Santa Monica bridges stylistic eras united by Kelly Wearstler’s eclectic, refined vision

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ocated on Los Angeles’s western edge, Santa Monica is a beachside community that prides itself on its uniquely creative spirit and history. The Proper Hotel Santa Monica reflects both these traditions. At the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and 7th Street stands a 1928

landmark structure designed in the Spanish Colonial Revival style by architect Arthur E. Harvey.

Onda, the shared culinary project of celebrated chefs Jessica Koslow of Los Angeles’s Sqirl and Gabriela Cámara of Contramar in Mexico City, occupies the ground level behind the building’s Owner: Proper Hospitality Developer & Primary Contractor: The KOR Group Hotel operator: Proper Hotels Architecture: Howard Laks Architects Interior design: Kelly Wearstler Furnishings: Kelly Wearstler’s own work, one-off vintage pieces Artwork: Tanya Aguiñiga, Ben Medansky, Morgan Peck Author: Jessica Ritz Photo credits: The Ingalls, Design HotelsTM

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ornate facade. The restaurant makes a nuanced statement about this cross-cultural collaborative project through its menu and design, with an intentionally sparse interior that is outfitted with striking contemporary art and furnishings, along with vintage selections. Down on 7th Street and a few steps away from the intersection is a striking glass and steel building. This new architectural gesture stands in stark contrast to its 1920s neighbor, and houses most of the Proper Hotel’s 271 rooms and suites, facilities, and amenities. Here, guests enter the buzzy luxury property designed

by Kelly Wearstler that opened in summer 2019.

The lobby itself reads like a contemporary Who’s Who of L.A. designers and local artists, including

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Ben Medansky and Tanya Aguiñiga, juxtaposed with top-tier vintage picks in earthy tones, textures, and patterns. This take on California casual cool is classic Wearstler; extremely eclectic, a little bohemian, and very refined. (It also demonstrates the designer’s aesthetic evolution, and contrasts with the Hollywood Regency style interiors she designed in 2002 at the Viceroy Hotel located just over two kilometers away.) With a neutral-leaning palette, materials such as terra cotta, rattan, leather, and rich woods become welcoming and vivid. Smaller areas and corners full of detail and visual intrigue are ideally configured for conversation. The Proper Hotel Santa Monica debuted in phases, starting with the contemporary structure

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this past summer. Out of town guests and locals alike are welcome to experience the Proper’s public venues, which in addition to Onda, include the Palma lobby lounge and the rooftop swimming pool and Calabra bar and restaurant. This being Santa Monica, guests’ wellness needs are attended to at Surya, the 3,000 square foot spa that offers treatments using Ayurvedic traditions and methods. Approximately 24,000 square feet of meeting space is available, too. Following the Santa Monica Proper Hotel and its San Francisco sister property, which was completed in 2017, the brand is continuing a targeted expansion. The Austin Proper Hotel and Residences opened in January with 244 rooms and suites, plus 99 for-sale residences, and on track for 2020 is the Downtown Los Angeles Proper Hotel, which occupies a reimagined historic structure on South Broadway with 148 guest rooms.

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A green vision of high-end residences At the crossroads of luxury between SoHo and Tribeca, 565 Broome Soho interprets a new idea of living amidst art, design and nature. Shaped by the crystalline light of New York, two spectacular buildings set between the Hudson River and the symbols of the city

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nterconnected skyscrapers in an innovative work of architecture by Renzo Piano, where glass and light are the protagonists: 30 floors of transparency, glazed structures that form two dizzying specular towers facing the Hudson. With spaces for wellness, heated pools, outdoor terraces and a living room punctuated by tall trees, sophisticated private residences and penthouses, looming over the city that never sleeps, immersed in the symbols of a constantly evolving New York.

Environmental sustainability is one of the dictates that make 565 Broome SoHo the first Zero Waste high-end residential complex, thanks to an ecofriendly system for the diversion of over 90% of refuse, recharge stations for electric vehicles and water dispensers permitting elimination of plastic

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bottles. In the heart of the creative district of SoHo – once the home of artists like Gordon MattaClark, Donald Judd and Chuck Close – amidst galleries like the Drawing Center, the Judd Foundation, the Center for Italian Modern Art, and the flagship stores of fashion and design brands, Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW) reveals its vision of living. Organized by the Italian Bizzi & Partners Development with Aronov Development and Halpern Real Estate Ventures, for the interiors a famous name from Paris has reimagined the New York luxury experience: Rena Dumas Architecture Interieure (RDAI). As Alessandro Pallaoro, Managing Director of Bizzi & Partners Development, tell us, “When we set out to bring 565 Broome SoHo to market, we knew it had to

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Developer: Bizzi & Partners Development con Aronov Development e Halpern Real Estate Ventures Architecture: Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW) Interior design: Rena Dumas Architecture Interieure (RDAI) Structural engineer: CB Engineers Lighting consultant: Bliss Fasman Inc. Executive architect: SLCE Architects Furnishings: Espasso, Fritz Hansen, Gervasoni, Hay, Hermes, Holly Hunt, Knoll, Lema, Minotti, Ralph Pucci, Retegui, Roda, Talenti, Walter Knoll Lighting: Flos, Foscarini, Nemo Lighting, Penta, Vistosi Kitchens: custom made, Blanco, Miele, Zucchetti Tableware: When Objects Work Bathrooms: Duravit, Zucchetti.Kos Carpets: GT Design Author: Anna Casotti Photo credits: Chris Coe / Optimist Consulting, Adrian Gaut / Edge Reps, Josh McHugh

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be a unique building that redefines luxury living in Manhattan. This is Renzo Piano’s first residential building in New York City, with the collaboration with RDAI for the interiors. It is a true example of artful design, phenomenal craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Residents have begun moving into the building last year and it offers a residential experience unlike anything else.”.

A revolutionary building triggered by the idea of architecture shaped by light: the structures are entirely in glass, connected by curved corners to give rise to residences literally immersed in luminosity. 115 dwellings with dizzying 360° views, clad in neutral tones, wrapped by full-height windows that reinterpret the idea of indoor-outdoor boundaries. An understated luxury expressed by fine finishes deployed by RDAI: guided by Denis Montel, the electric interior design interpretation presents a daring synthesis between classic culture and modern style. The interiors focus on craftsmanship and refined materials like the white oak chosen for the floors, custom wooden doors, twostory spaces, large private pools and outdoor living

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rooms for the luxurious penthouses. Every detail becomes an emblem of a unique lifestyle, like the custom kitchens made with white oak, Basaltina worktops, accessories by Zucchetti, Blanco sinks, Miele appliances. A focus on excellence that also emerges in all the rooms, including the bathrooms – the most exclusive have heated floors – with a selection of outstanding brands: Kos for the bathtubs, Duravit for the wall-mounted fixtures, Calacatta Caldia and Eramosa marble for the surfaces, shower cabins by Zucchetti. In a dimension that leaves plenty of space for artistic expression, the entrance to the building is like a gallery featuring works of art and a rigorous selection of books on architecture, art and design, making the lobby into a true cultural facility. The internal courtyard accessed by means of a private walkway becomes a true oasis between the city and the charm of nature. An art de vivre dedicated to the rediscovery of wellbeing, perceptible in the communal spaces and services designed for the residents: in an area of 1,700 square meters the heated indoor pool, Turkish bath, sauna and fitness center of the latest generation by Technogym form an authentic temple of relaxation where mind and body return to their proper harmony. In constant dialogue with nature, the Conservatory is a large space conceived as an ‘indoor landscape,’ amidst trees that extend to the ceiling and a green wall clad in vegetation.

An unexpected concept in which nature becomes an integral part of the architecture, in a poetic synergy that reinvents contemporary style.

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A contemplative perspective Not far from the iconic Kinkaku-ji temple but adequately separated from the parade of tourists in the city center, the new Aman Kyoto reinterprets the typical Japanese ryokan with an ‘exclusive’ expression of interaction between nature and tradition

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t is the bucolic version of Kyoto, the one that escapes superficial glances and has to be sought far from the initial, modern impact of a place made of neon lights and concrete.

The third Aman facility in Japan is immersed in a zone with trees of 32 hectares, amidst babbling brooks, steps flanked by local cedars and maple trees, with rocky moss-covered pathways leading to clearings as in a secret oasis. But in the project by Kerry Hill Architects nature is not just a visual delight: it becomes a structural motif of the entire composition, a formal and conceptual repertoire firmly tied to traditional local wisdom and a minimalism with Zen overtones. Furthermore, the garden has been designed to irrigate itself by gathering rainwater from the many caverns and hollows of the site. The resort has six pavilions for a total of 26 rooms, including two presidential suites. In line with the Aman image, the architecture makes reference to Japan in terms of linear design, lightness, natural textures and craftsmanship; and the hint of the traditional ryokan style in contemporary terms is also a tribute to an age-old culture of hospitality. The luxurious lodgings are very luminous thanks to full-height windows, with a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere reinforced by the choice of essential furnishings: tatami mats on the floor, carefully selected objects, parchment works by the artist Sakai Yuji, sake containers by Terada Teppei used as vases in the Tokonoma niches along the walls. The highest, most remote part of the property contains the pavilions with the suites, which take their

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Owner: Chartered Group Hotel operator: Aman Architecture & Interior design: Kerry Hill Architects Furnishings: custom design Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: courtesy of Aman Kyoto

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names from the nearby mountains, Washigamine and Takagamine. Set into a forest of maple trees, both suites have an area of over 200 square meters, with two bedrooms and private bathrooms, separate living and dining areas, tatami rooms and sweeping views of the landscape. The large Ofuro bathtubs made in local Hinoki cypress are also used in the four pavilions Susuki, Nara, Kaede and Hotaru, with rooms of 60 square meters and breathtaking views. The Aman Spa uses natural spring water that runs underground at the site – a true rarity for these parts – seducing guests with rituals, benefits and the onsen experience.

The Living Pavilion is a convivial lounge with a central fireplace and windows on the Zen garden, blurring indoor-outdoor boundaries and leading to the Taka-an restaurant. These spaces too are in neutral hues, to set of the skillful work of local artisans: panels of raku tiles made by hand enhance the Pavilion, while custom ceramic tiles by Shigeo Yoshimura decorate the restaurant.

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Pink vibes by Sir David Adjaye OBE The Ghanaian-British architect designed The Webster, the famous luxury department shop in Los Angeles. He used pink-tinted concrete because, as he said, “pink felt like fashion, but I wanted to make something that was tough and gentle at the same time”

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bold pink architectural volume on the corner of San Vincente Boulevard, in Los Angeles: it is the new latest flagship store of The Webster, the American famous multibrand luxury department shop, designed by Sir David Adjaye OBE. Around 11,000 square feet ground-up retail development are juxtaposed beneath the monolithic eight story structure of the historic Los Angeles Beverly Center.

The cantilevered concrete facade reimagines the brutalist shell of the original existing building and gives a delicate touch of colour through the

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pink-tinted concrete, an ode to the luminosity of California and to the fashion: “In the past five years I’ve started to work with a lot of saturated red and pink hues, which extends back to the early colour experiments I did at the beginning of my career”, says the architect. “Pink felt like fashion, but I wanted to make something that was tough and gentle at the same time”. The Pacific light of Los Angeles naturally amplifies the pink saturated colours of the curved facade, while at the main entry a panoramic window made by three sheets of curved glass creates an angular visual

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portal, dissolving the boundary between the public space and the retail inside. The colour and material palette of The Webster’s exterior identity continues into the interior: inside, sinuous shapes and curves, textures and different types of pink concrete, columns, bronze details like the framed mirrors and a Terrazzo-style floor in concrete with black cherry marble fragments, while the upper part of the walls in the changing rooms is covered in a floral vintage 1950s wallpaper, sourced from the client’s personal collection. The Webster is not only a retail space, but it establishes a new

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public space at the intersection of San Vincente and Beverly Boulevards, offering a new destination and experience not only for its clients but for the city of Los Angeles. The building reveals an unexpected urban oasis with a sculptural water fountain, a digital art wall visible only from the underside of the cantilever, creating a portico with banquette seating. In defiance of Hollywood’s amplified digital culture, the art wall is intentionally low resolution at 1472 pixels wide and 20 pixels tall, it is a sculptural canvas that will debut bespoke art pieces commissioned by The Webster.

Client: The Taubman Company User: The Webster Design Architect: Adjaye Associates Architect of Record: Neumann Smith Main Contractor: Jacobsen Swinerton Joint Venture Civil Engineer: Mollenhauer Group Landscape design: Grissim Metz Andriese Associates Structural Engineers: Ludwig Structural (Engineer of Record), Guy Nordenson Associates (Design Engineer) Lighting Consultant: Brian Orter Lighting Design Concrete Consultant: Reg Hough Associates Facade Consultant: Thornton Tomasetti Water Feature Consultant: Waterline Studios Technology Consultant: Standard Vision Furnishings: on design Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: Dror Baldinger, Laurian Ghinitoiu

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The Standard, the new place to stay in London A former 1970s Camden Town Hall becomes a luxury 266-room hotel with three restaurants and a 360-degree view of the City

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former Camden Town Hall, a 1974 Brutalist structure that overlooks King’s Cross, converted into a luxury 266room hotel: it is The Standard, the first Standard International group hotel outside of the United States, designed in partnership with Shawn Hausman, with Archer Humphryes for interiors and Orms for exteriors. “The building’s concrete exterior is the original from the 1970s”, say the architects Orms and David Archer of Archer Humphryes studio. “Formerly the headquarters of Camden Council, this building was an office housing some public spaces. The concrete façade is made of a series of precast panels which are part of the building’s structure, helping to support the floor slabs and reducing the amount of internal columns. This did make the building and the façade difficult to adapt and change, but the team really liked the sculptural quality of these panels, so cleaned them and replaced the single glazed windows with new high performing acoustic spec windows”. The concrete plant enclosure was removed from the roof and replaced with a new 3 storey extension in PVD coated stainless steel and glass. “A public garden to the south was also reinvented and reopened, offering a new public route through the site as well as outdoor space for the bars restaurants and locals”. The Standard pays homage to Camden’s history, from political 68 | IFDM

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to punk rock bands, connection with the neighborhood clearly shown by the existing Banksy artwork on the façade of the building. The interiors feature a bright color scheme: “The interior colour palette was curated by Shawn Hausman and features a bold and varied selection taking influence from the 1970’s heritage of the building, as well as some of London’s iconic design. The external red lift is the same colour as the routemaster buses which slide along the Euston Road and many of the interiors take reference from the London underground”. The 266 rooms are customized with 42 different styles: “Many of the rooms are quite varied in their layout and size due to the nature of working within an existing building. The deep plan of the building created an opportunity to design long, generous rooms to the north and south, interesting corner rooms with amazing views and some central windowless rooms which offer a cosy

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and relaxed aesthetic; there are also some smaller rooms and larger suites, meaning there is something for everyone. Rooms in the new extension at the top of the building offer a more paired back colour palette with oak detailing that flows out onto the room’s roof terraces, whilst the rooms within the original building have a 1970s style and aesthetic aligning to the period of the brutalist construction”. On the ground floor, the library lounge, a former public library: “The new one is quite different from the original, although in the same location, sits in the centre of the ground floor plan and has an intimate and relaxed feel, with a librarian that manages the selection of books. A brick tiled floor runs throughout the space, with bold blues and red colours to the wall panels to the pantry, and a feature wall carpet artwork, bespoke open fires and lush planting complete the space”.

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pod located in the library on the ground floor, it has the ability to host pod casts and interviews as well as be opened up for music performance”. The hotel has three restaurants, Double Standard, Isla and the tenth floor Peter Sanchez Iglesias restaurant with 360-degree views of London: “Double Standard is a take on a modern British pub/bar

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offering a less formal space which opens out onto the pedestrianized Tonbridge Walk; Isla is more intimate, with a raised terrace that has bifolding doors that open out onto the newly created garden to the south. On the top floor, the new extension: 4.5 meters high curved glass bay windows offer amazing views over St Pancras”.

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Owner & Developer: Crosstree Main Contractor: McLaren Hotel operator: Standard Hotels Architecture: ORMS Interiors Architect: Archer Humphryes Interior design: Shawn Hausman Lighting design: Isometrix & LightIQ Landscape design: Shawn Hausman Furnishings: AT Cronin, Distinction Hospitality, Nova Interiors Lighting: Custom lighting in collaboration with Kalmar; Variety of vintage lighting all restored

by Dernier & Hamlyn; LightIQ Bathrooms: Vola, Zucchetti Carpets: Alarwool, Ice International, Shawn Hausman in collaboration with GTF Curtains, Fabrics & Finishings: Concept Contract Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: Tim Charles, David Cleveland

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Wellness: roots and future In Beijing the Aqua Health Clinic pays contemporary tribute to ancient Chinese medicine through technological resources and a sculptural spatial configuration

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qua Health Clinic is a place of wellbeing, silence and meditation that can be formally explained according to aesthetic principles very different from those usually applied in traditional Chinese medical clinics. Starting with the persistent odor of medicinal herbs, which is almost erased here to form a philosophical and decorative backdrop for graphic exercises and structural volumes that experiment with materials, torsions and sinuous profiles for the walls, generating a futuristic setting in which the suspension of space and time takes on an artistic aspect. The idea of Waterfrom Design pivots on the concept of “Exhibition of Frozen Time,� accompanying visitors into an underwater atmosphere, between sea blue screens, theatrical effects of light and shadow based on spatial and material characteristics, dried plants and samples of minerals isolated in the absolute silence of transparent display cases, variously lit to convey a sense of the conceptual space deployed by the English artist Damien Hirst to investigate the complex relations between life and death. The space of 280 square meters includes areas for consultation and IFDM | 75

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therapeutic rituals, a tea room, baths, a storeroom and spaces for the staff. Clients are welcomed in a reception area very similar to the ticket zone of a museum, where a first long glass case acts as a seat, lighting up specimens of moss suspended inside it. The other spaces form a sequence paced by arches, vaults, surfaces that curve, interrupt and interpenetrate to reinvent scenarios and perspectives, where the substances are shaped to become furnishings. The consulting area achieves minimalist aplomb with a long wooden table, matching the hue of the blue walls and the backlit panel composed of 88 glass containers containing blue liquid in different quantities and tones. In the adjacent room, a tea break can be enjoyed in front of a composition that suggests the rhythm of mountains, rain and fog, through thousands of vertically layered acrylic rods. In the bathrooms copper covers the surfaces, from the worktop to the walls, but only at facial height does it have a polished finish, to unexpectedly reflect the visitors. Completely visible thanks to the glass walls of its luminous enclosure, the area for facial care rests on a raised platform, allowing the activities of the occupants to generate and project continuous movements of light and shadow.

Client: Aqua Health Clinic Interior design: Waterfrom Design Furnishings: Ton (chairs), on design Lighting: on design Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Kuomin Lee; LenmuG

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A glamorous retreat in Beverly Hills A three-story luxury and modern house with distinctive amenities all outfitted by Visionnaire and curated by Lorenzo Cascino. With a big surprise, the “guest” Dino, a real dinosaur specimen of 150 millions of years

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lamorous, modern and inviting, designed for a young and sophisticated clientele whom likes to host friends: it is the 1300 Beverly Estate Drive, a residential property in Beverly Hills, California, that extends over 12,500 sq.ft., with five bedrooms and nine bathrooms, all outfitted by the Italian luxury interiors brand Visionnaire. “Beverly

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Estate is one of the most interesting project Visionnaire has curated so far in US because it combines a mix of pure design, if we consider the external architecture, and a very impressive sense of space and brightness when you walk inside”, says Lorenzo Cascino, interior designer and Visionnaire’s brand ambassador. “The automatic and imponent sliding

Architectural Firms: Ameen Ayoub Interior Design: Visionnaire Interior Design Studio Property: Tim Ralston Real Estate: The Agency, Hilton and Hyland Furnishings & Lighting: Visionnaire Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: courtesy of Visionnaire

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windows give to the entire first floor a sense of infinity toward the city of Beverly Hills and the ocean�.

The three-story luxury retreat is filled with distinctive amenities - like a game room, a fitness studio, a sauna and steam room and 80-foot-long infinity pool - high quality materials and bespoke decorative elements: “One of the most interesting piece in front of the house is baby Dino, we called it baby Dino because for us is like our baby. It is a real dinosaur specimen that I saw for the first time in Tucson Arizona while I was visiting Stefano Piccini, an Italian paleontologist who is the real father of Dino. Stefano showed me this incredible specimen of 150 millions

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of years, 6 meters long and 2 meters high. I was immediately in love and I thought that Dino was the perfect guest of this extremely modern house. A great combination between past and future”. The rooms are staged with a selection of contemporary pieces, tailor-made to match the client’s needs: “The first floor is characterized by a squared dining table in calacatta marble totally custom made and framed with a chrome stain steel, with 12 chairs designed by Steve Leung. The living room has two different sectional Legend sofas in light velvet that divide the enormous living room area in two sides, one for the family and one for the guests. The entire house is furnished by Visionnaire and we personalized almost the 60 per cent of the house, especially in the basement where we customized three rows of beautiful reclinable leather and velvet seats with the bar incorporated in the armchairs”. The kitchen “was built locally as a wood box with sliding doors in walnut that hide the Miele appliances and the cabinets, two big islands in grey marble countertop and a dozen Clem stools by Alessandro La Spada”.

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WONDER. MARANELLO AND MODENA, ITALY | THE FERRARI MUSEUMS The Ferrari Museums set a new record in 2019, attracting more than 600,000 visitors, a 12% increase on the previous year. Both venues experienced strong growth with visitor numbers to the MEF in Modena

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jumping in 2019 to over 200,000, whilst the Ferrari Museum in Maranello saw attendances rise in excess of 400,000 in the same period.

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WONDER. RICHMOND | VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS | ‘EDWARD HOPPER AND THE AMERICAN HOTEL’ As part of the exhibition on view till Feb. 23, 2020, VMFA recreated Western Motel, one of Hopper’s best-known paintings, as a three-dimensional motel space, giving visitors the chance to “step inside” his work. © Western Motel, 1957, Edward Hopper (American, 1882–1967), oil on canvas. Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, Bequest of Stephen C. Clark, B.A., 1903. © 2019 Heirs of Josephine N. Hopper / Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY

© Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Hopper Hotel Experience. Travis Fullerton © Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, October 2019

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WONDER. MOGANSHAN, CHINA | JOE LALLI RESORT | STUDIO STYLUS, JADE + QA © courtesy of Studio Stylus

In an area known as the ‘Shanghai Hamptons’, the interiors of this resort drew inspiration not only from native organic shapes, materials, textures and colours, but also in the design narrative of its past.

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POWER TO THE IMAGINATION Li Xiang is the award-winning founder and driving force of X+Living, an architect and designer who has immediately demonstrated that art, though with total respect for the discipline, can successfully and mutually interact with business. She is the manager of a studio that offers its clients concepts that are creative and concrete at the same time.

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+Living, a few months from its 10th birthday, is undoubtedly an official ambassador of Chinese creativity all over the world. The studio has always stood out for its non-conformist design attitude, free of the hypothetical parameters of the Chinese culture of interior decor. X+Living – unintentionally, perhaps – has encouraged the movement of local design to free up energies in all creative ambits.

The results speak of a country that now expresses vivacity in architecture and interior design, utilizing color and materials in a bolder way and also turning to interior designers for the creation of schools and bookstores.

author: Matteo De Bartolomeis photos: courtesy of X+Living

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On the About section of X + Living web site is written: “the pursuit of the perfect integration of artistic aesthetics and practical functions”.

What is your method and how do you improve it?

I have a rigorous standard for designers in my company. Before the process of conceptual design, we need to investigate the usage and psychological needs of all the targeted groups of the project. All of the functional objects in the space should strictly adhere to reasonable size. As for the artistic aesthetics, I’m the one to generally control. And I will make sure every design element or color in the space appears in a harmonious aesthetic feeling.

Your interior projects always have a strong visual impact, is it the starting point or the final result?

Do you adjust the function to the aesthetics or is it the opposite way?

The starting point is always the consideration of targeted people. We try to create a fantastic consumer experience beyond their imagination, based on the reasonable satisfaction of consumers’ needs. Whether the project finally turns out to have a strong visual impact actually determines on the different aesthetics feeling brought by different design schemes. I believe that most people think my project have a strong visual impact because I am good at utilizing unconventional design schemes.

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Above: Ripple hotel, Qiandao Lake, Hangzhou Below: Zhuyeqing greentea flagship store, Chengdu

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X + Living has a very different personality compared to other Chinese design studios, from which cultures do you draw inspiration?

The inspiration comes from various aspects. Maybe the academic year at the school of architecture has influenced me a lot in my interior project. My design thinking is usually based on the consideration of the whole building rather than being constrained in a simple perspective.

Color seems to be a key feature in your projects.

How do you decide the colors to use?

Color works for the general concept of the design. It depends onwhich kind of aesthetic feeling I intend to convey to people. In the Loong Swim Club project, I utilized soft colors in order to create a space like fairyland. However in another project Meland Kid’s Club, Iused rich colors which bring a feeling of mystery fairy tale.

Above: Yooyuumi Kids Club, Beijing Below: Park Zoo hotel, Hangzhou

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Li Xiang

The design of workspaces has undergone numerous and recent changes: what do you think about it?

The most important reason of the change in design is due to the development of the industry. In the past, utilization rate of space was emphasized rather than the aesthetics of space design. With the expanding of companies, the brand effect was valued. The design sense of working area were somehow linked to the brand image. Therefore, the role of design was highlighted. Later, due to the rise of co-working space, people with different preferences tend to exist in the same space, which means design considerations are more complex. Together with the fierce competition in the office design market, the growing demand for designers is more and more high. But I think it is a normal and positive change that will drive designers and the market to move forward.

Your projects suggest a direct relation with owners, is that correct? Have you ever worked with developers? How was the relationship in these cases?

Yes, I worked directly with the owners in most of my projects. And I haven’t worked with developers yet.

Made in Italy is highly sought after in China, what are your thoughts about this? Are you in contact with Italian manufacturers?

I think it is because made in Italy is always a symbol of good qualityand good taste. No, I haven’t been in connection with any Italian brands yet. My client usually choose the suppliers themselves since they have to control budget.

Your works are located in China, but your style reveals significant Western elements: in which geographical areas would you like to work and why?

I draw inspiration from various cultural backgrounds, which might be the reason why you can observe Western elements in my projects. But I also have works that are much related to Chinese culture and characteristics. I don’t have particular preference on geographical areas.

Which projects are you working right now?

Do you have any secret dreams?

I’m now working on several projects and the business types are varied. I actually have a secret dream that I could protect endangered animals as a volunteer.

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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Understated luxury With architecture and landscape design by WATG, The Nobu Hotel in Los Cabos combines the brand’s unique approach to lifestyle, bolstered by its roots in the culinary world and distinctive Japanese influences

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iven its convenient proximity to major markets such as Los Angeles, Los Cabos in Mexico has long been a draw for visitors seeking rest and relaxation in a place with distinctive natural beauty. The region that contains the neighboring cities of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, as well as other small towns that dot the bottom of the Baja California peninsula where the Sea of Cortés and the Pacific Ocean meet, has been the focus of a new development wave bringing more upscale, design-forward resorts. Nobu Hotel Los Cabos with architecture and landscape design by international firm WATG combines the brand’s unique approach to lifestyle, bolstered by its roots in the culinary world and distinctive Japanese influences. “Nobu Hotel provides guest a luxurious, private and serene experience while immersing themselves in the Cabo culture and venturing out to great food experiences as well”, Lance Walker, Vice President, Landscape, WATG. The 200-room property hugs the landscape with minimalist, horizontal volumes that appropriately frame views of the Pacific Ocean. Ocean swimming and beachfront access is prohibited — a regulation that is IFDM | 95

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common at most resorts in Los Cabos because of dangerously powerful ocean currents — so Nobu Hotel Los Cabos’s property incorporates 18 pools to provide a variety of water recreation and wellness experiences that capture the atmospheric setting. Swim-up bars and immersed lounge seating in select pool areas add to the variety of experiences to maximize the coastal climate. Carefully selected woods that were milled and joined using traditional Japanese methods are seen in features including the teak soaking bathtubs and outdoor trellises. WATG selected a neutral stone palette including black marble and limestone to integrate an earthy feel with refined luxury. The woods and natural materials used for custom furnishings are artfully juxtaposed with the clean contemporary lines and minimalist volumes of the hotel architecture itself. “The wellness imagery design was inspired by Japanese clean lines, simple, minimalistic and open space to deliver laidback luxury 96 | IFDM

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while being swept away by the view of the Pacific Ocean.” Monica Cuervo, Senior Vice President, Regional Director NA & SA, WATG. Amenities include food service at multiple venues by Nobu restaurants, and an outpost of the popular Malibu Farm restaurant, which was founded near Nobu Malibu in California by farmer and chef Helene Henderson and has since expanded to locations in other U.S. cities as well as in Japan and Mexico. The 1,270 square meters Esencia spa with 13 treatment rooms is located at the main pool.

Nobu Hotel contains extensive meeting and event space, and a kids’ club for families. Landscaping is a key component of the project, with a scheme that uses locally sourced stones, plantings, and other elements from Baja California, along with nods to Japanese garden design and that nation’s landscape heritage. A set of large hewed sculptures that stand like craggy stone sentinels in a zen sand garden mark the hotel entrance from the driveway, while subtle landscape design is used to express other quiet moments throughout the property.

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Space, light & happiness The New York based architect, Peter Marino, reinvented the Louis Vuitton store in New Bond Street, London. Vivid colors interiors with 43 artworks from 25 artists including site specific commissions and iconic design furniture

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want space, light and happiness with no feeling of intimidation”, says Peter Marino about the renovated Louis Vuitton boutique in New Bond Street, home to the Parisian maison in London since 2010, reopened after 14 months of renovations. Outside, on the façade, the multicolor explosion of Louis Vuitton monogram dominates Mayfair luxury neighbourhood. Inside, crossing the threshold, on the floor the Damier check pattern made of

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Croix Huyart stone and Pierre Bleue du Hainaut marble welcomes the visitors to the changeable gallery space populated by 43 artworks from 25 artists including site specific commissions from Sarah Crowner, Peter Dayton, Jim Lambie, Josh Sperling, Farhad Moshiri and Matt Gagnon, just to name a few. For design lovers, a selection of iconic furniture pieces: hung from the double height ceiling, four Cocoons by Campana Brother from the Objets Nomades collection; the fashion

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jewellery area has a ceiling made up of 10 Concertina Shade lamps designed by Raw Edges, while the Origami flowers by Atelier Oï are collected in bouquets and their bright stools lined up in a real installation. And also: the doors of Gaetano Pesce, many tables of authors such as the Wom table by Martino Gamper, a table by Angelo Mangiarotti

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from the 1970s, The Basilica Table by Mario Bellini for Cassina and the sideboard by Charlotte Perriand from 1958. Three open floors, with a beautiful double helix staircase, almost a sculpture, crafted in cerused oak, monumental spaces and play of volumes: “Volumetrically, we wanted to expand the existing space”, says Peter Marino.

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“We found that people react to impressive volumes by wanting to spend extended periods of time in these spaces, so we removed slabs and created double volume spaces for women’s shoes and women’s ready-to-wear. There are three double volumes in the New Bond Street Maison, which are approximately 25 feet each, and a triple volume where the staircase is, of almost 40 feet.

These volumes are only achievable when you work with a Maison that is so confident in design, that it can remove square footage from the store itself to give a feeling of wow and luxury to its visitors”.

The architect has worked with Louis Vuitton since 1994: “We have moved away from all the brown wood we used at the beginning. There has been a real evolution towards something lighter, clearer and dare I say, happier. We are using immense washes of colour in the artwork, which is displayed in a lighter, clear environment. Why? We find people respond better to these tones, colours that resonated with the public 25 years ago don’t really work today. People feel cheered by colour and there is a direct relation between bright colours and sales”.

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Theatrical SPA A profound sense of ethics in the project by noa* for the new wellness area of the Mohr Life Resort, in the Austrian Tyrol. Principles of dramaturgy govern the architecture to put the spotlight on a single character: nature

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which marks the boundary between Austria and Germany with its 3000-meter height. “Precisely the mountain, a majestic presence full of energy, becomes the proving ground of our project,” says the architect Christian Rottensteiner, partner of studio noa*. “The Zugspitze, in particular, due to its beauty, force and complexity of form, is undoubtedly the main inspiration, the true protagonist of the project. The new wellness area, in fact, has been designed like the seating area of a theater, from which to watch the extraordinary spectacle of nature, relaxing in complete tune with the landscape. Our challenge is to create works of architecture that expand and make the perception of the spaces more intense. Places capable of bringing wellbeing and new emotions to those who spend time inside them.” The complex is organized on two levels, with a shift of altitude that permits creation of the volume of the swimming pool, another reflecting surface that amplifies the surrounding nature. An area of 600 square

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meters composed of a covered portion, built from scratch, and an open-air zone which with the pool also functions as an indoor-outdoor connection, thanks to a central appendix that extends into the spa. The ‘theater factor’ intentionally returns in various parts. Like the island-boxes, designed for the occasion and made by measure with fine craftsmanship. Relaxation areas offering different sensorial experiences, expressed in a sumptuous way especially in the indoor zones. Organized like the balcony seats of a theater facing the mountains, each ‘box’ contains two cots with different design solutions: two-story spaces with large swings hung from the ceiling, wrapped by drapes or by metal cones to frame the view of the mountain, alternate with closed loggias for greater privacy and calm (still open to the landscape).

The colors and fabrics also suggest the boxes of a theater, with cottons and soft velvets that play with the warm nuances of bordeaux, shifting into brown. For the lighting, the points follow the

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Owner: Hotel Mohr Life Resort Familie Künstner-Mantl Developer: Franz Thurner Hotel operator: Familie Künstner-Mantl Architecture & Interior design: noa* network of architecture Lighting design: Lichtstudio Eisenkeil Furnishings: on design manufactured

by Fischnaller, Baxter Bathrooms: Peter Wörz Installations Ceilings: HTB; STO Silent acoustic ceiling Walls: Wall&Decò Curtains & Fabrics: Delius, Glamour, Silvera Carpets: Besana Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Alex Filz

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leitmotif of the glass sphere, interpreted in different versions, case by case, depending on spaces and needs: a dramatic chandelier accompanies the ascent of the helical staircase, while a ribbon of light bulbs suggests the lamps in dressing rooms,

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with a simple sphere that punctuates the walls. Finally, the floors are covered in resin and concrete, avoiding the need for joints, perfectly matched in terms of color but without ever losing their identity, thanks to a range of different textures.

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Immersion à la carte Under plunges into the icy waters of Norway, at Lindesnes, gathering three projects in a single work of architecture: an underwater restaurant, a research center on the underwater biosphere, and an observation station for local aquatic wildlife

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alfway between a partially submerged shipwreck and a periscope that has slipped down from the steep shore, the restaurant designed by Snøhetta has the form of a 34-meter monolith that slopes down to anchor its lower extremity to the seabed, at a depth of 5 meters. A new perspective and a new way of looking at the world – simultaneously above and below water level – at the southernmost tip of the Norwegian coast, where ocean currents converge and marine species thrive, contributing to boost the area’s biodiversity. To facilitate the

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rooting and growth of seaweeds and shellfish, and thus to attract other marine species, the designers have encased the volume in a rough concrete shell. The rugged surface will become a true artificial reef, while the slightly curved walls with a thickness of half a meter make the structure stand up to the force of the waves and the water pressure. An impressive, massive acrylic ‘eye’ of 11x4 meters opens to the depths, offering visitors a spectacle that changes across the hours of the day, with the changing seasons and the conditions of weather and tides. The natural light

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Owner: Lindesnes Havhotell (Stig Ubostad and Gaute Ubostad) Architecture: Snøhetta Main contractor: BRG Entreprenør Structural consultants: Asplan Viak AS Consultants on wave impact: CoreMarine Acoustic consultants: Brekke & Strand Akustikk Lighting consultants: ÅF Lighting Marine biologist: Trond Rafoss Acrylic windows: Reynolds Polymer Technology Wood cladding indoors and outdoors and furniture producer: Hamran Snekkerverksted Furnishings: Hamran, Kvadrat Lighting: iGuzzini Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Ivar Kvaal, Inger Marie Grini/Bo Bedre Norge, André Martinsen, courtesy of Snøhetta

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screened by the water penetrates the restaurant, triggering evocative effects of brightness and shadow. To draw attention to the wildlife during the day, the lighting is concentrated on the tables, enveloping the rest of the space in darkness; after sundown the artificial lighting becomes more intense, glowing in the sea and attracting fish to approach the glazing. Guests ‘dive’ gradually down through three levels, in a metaphorical voyage to the bottom of the sea. They move from an entrance in raw oak – which will change color over time, reaching a gray similar to that of

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the concrete – leading to the Champagne Bar. Here the coast-ocean transition is underscored by a narrow acrylic window that cuts vertically across the levels of the restaurant, offering visibility not only for the depths, but also for two long dining tables and various smaller tables arranged in front of the large panoramic screen, on the third level. The chromatic choices range from pale tones of rocks and seashells to ceiling panels covered with a fabric that echoes the hue of the sunset, which gradually dissolves into dark blues and greens of the seaweed and the ocean floor.

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Avant-garde opulence The portfolio of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts grows at a steady pace. In the Golden Square Mile of Montreal, they have opened a multifunctional 18-floor structure that is an iconic statement of luxury and modernity

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he past and recent history of Montreal is concentrated amidst elegant Victorian buildings from the 1800s, converted for new residential and institutional uses, along with tall towers marked by transparency and technology. The new Four Seasons Hotel stands out in this context as an ethereal, sophisticated presence, clad in the project by Lemay and Sid Lee Architecture in a daring ‘raiment’ of black glass, with gilded vertical highlights on the facades across staggered surfaces. The granite of the lateral fronts reflects the rhythm of the glass panels, while its different patterns are influenced by the environmental lighting. In clear contrast with the linear facade, and to announce the organic forms, the precious materials of nature set the tone of the interiors

by Gilles&Boissier in collaboration with Philip Hazan, with the installation Contemplation by Pascale Girardin that forms a cascade in the open lobby of the building, suspending over 90 floral elements from the 17th to the 8th floor. The suspended parts are made in light white aluminium with 24k gold accents, and suggest the cycles of nature in a majestic and very delicate composition. From the commercial spaces on the lower levels, golden elevators with pink and gray velvet walls lead to the reception area in white marble.

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classicism, immersed in a palette of warm, enveloping colors that combine soft velvets, mirror surfaces, fine marble, dark wood and gold finishing.

This seductive mix is joined by elegant furnishings in pink velvet, circular étangères, minimalist canopy beds and large backlit mirrors, as well as spacious marble bathrooms with freestanding tubs. Equally sophisticated luxury can be seen in the 18 prestigious private residences created at the top of the tower, from the 14th floor up, enhanced by panoramic terraces at the corners. On the third floor, right next to the lobby and with direct access to the historic Ogilvy department store, the Social Square features the culinary talent of the chef Marcus Samuelsson, with a restaurant, lounge, bar and terrace: four distinct but complementary worlds created by Atelier Zébulon Perron to be used not only by the hotel’s guests. Another contribution to

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the atmosphere is definitely provided by the use of materials. Perron and his team have utilized large quantities of brass, in both polished and oxidized form, as well as velvets, fine wood varieties and marble. The day lounge is an airy space lit by an impressive crystal wall, releasing countless lighting effects. The space stands out for the sensual forms of the custom furnishings in an ivory hue, with pale tones like cream and aqua green for the various coverings, but also gray velvet as the protagonist of the very long seat that magically winds in suspension, attached to the vertical volumes.

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to forest green for the wallpaper, with the reproduction of Mount Royal Park, seamlessly covering the walls and ceiling and basking in the luminous rhythm of gold-color lamps by Lambert & Fils.

The Marcus restaurant is based on the classic bistro, with an array of vintage photographs on the walls, semicircular settees in leather, chairs in wood and rattan and black and white flooring that avoids the typical checkerboard scheme, opting instead for an original installation. Connected to the restaurant, the large heated terrace expands the culinary facility throughout the year, with a special view – shared by the large ballroom – of the mural of the great Leonard Cohen on a nearby building facade. With artificial lighting, marble and optical luxury, the two restrooms capture both men and women (and their multiples) in the Droste effect of the mirrors.

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Into the great wide open Spaces gaping at the most impressive views of Los Angeles and a high level of privacy: this is the contradiction behind the design by XTEN Architecture for RF House, a private residence on the Hollywood Hills

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outhern California offers a year-round gentle climate, for extensive use of outdoor spaces.

A lifestyle that reconnects the individual with nature. For this reason, the clients for the RF House – a single-family residence perched on the Hollywood Hills – had precise requests to make of the firm XTEN Architecture, designers of the project: to create a house that would fully exploit the spectacular views of the city with fluid spaces open to the outdoors, while providing an adequate level of privacy for family life. Not by chance, then, the seamless dialogue between inside and outside is the greatest achievement of the project. A building on an area of 2,500 square meters reached by a deadend drive, developed as a series of interconnected volumes and levels, which seem to float when seen from the street. Passages and openings set the pace, starting with the impressive pair of oak doors at the 126 | IFDM

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entrance. The pathway continues inside, along corridors that open – with ceilings over four meters in height – to the dining room and kitchen, all the way to the theatrical sliding glass doors spanning a length of 17 meters. This invention creates the perfect connection to the panoramic outdoor terrace and the infinity pool. “The sliding glass doors open onto the large outdoor spaces,” the designers say.

“With the push of a button, they vanish from view.

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Architecture: XTEN Architecture Interior Design: Chimera Interiors Furnishings: B&B Italia, CB2, Fendi Casa, Gallotti&Radice, Giorgetti, Living Divani, Minotti, Molteni&C, Poliform Chandeliers over the dining table: Henge Kitchens: Armani/Dada Bathrooms: Boffi Stone facade: Antolini Interior doors: Longhi Sliding glass doors: Fleetwood Curtains/drapes: Villa Nova Wallcoverings: Armani Casa Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Steve King

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a barrier between the street, the nearby properties and the garden-terrace space of the house. The side towards the street has very limited openings. Nevertheless, after the large wooden entrance doors, the space opens completely to the view of the city from above.” Inside, texturized stone panels form a contrast with the smooth white plaster, juxtaposed with a range of carefully chosen materials, such as natural Bronze Amani stone, an exclusive fine marble by Antolini, unique for its characteristics of depth and three-dimensional effects. “We worked very closely with the clients,” the architects comment, who are lovers of design and architecture, and helped us to put many questions into focus with great ease. They were interested above all in having a timeless design.” The furnishings chosen by Chimera Interiors include pieces by many excellent Italian brands.

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Imperial décor At Rue du Faubourg St. Honoré in Paris, the renovated Dolce&Gabbana boutique in collaboration with Eric Carlson of the studio Carbondale, we are welcomed by two remarkable personages: Napoleon Bonaparte and Joséphine de Beauharnais, his first wife

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century building with a restored facade, behind which the Uomo & Donna boutiques (at numbers 5 and 3) have been combined. The protagonists of the space, besides the two handmade mosaics in glass and enamel (seven meters high) reproducing the portraits by Baron François Gérard and realized by Friul Mosaic, are the staircases. One connects the two levels of the women’s area, under the gaze of the elegant Joséphine de Beauharnais,

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while the other joins the first floor of the women’s boutique to the men’s area on the ground level, flanked by the figure of Napoleon. Both staircases are in Rouge de Roi marble, a color that goes nicely with the hues of the entire Baroqueflavored space. The floors of the boutique feature a diamond pattern of fine marble varieties like Fior di Pesco, Salomé and Sequoia Red, while the curved walls are clad in Fior di Bosco, Rosa Tea and Rosa Libeccio marble, with bands of shiny gilded brass. For the furnishings, Eric Carlson has concentrated on stylistic continuity for the two zones, choosing cylindrical pieces in glass, brass and briar to accompany the curved walls, creating boundaries between different retail areas. The display cases, tables and wall fixtures are in polished brass, briar and Rosa Libeccio marble, punctuated by settees in velvet and briar, and cabinets in Baroque style. The sole exception in the image is for the exclusive bespoke men’s tailoring service. Here the floors alternate a combination of Salomé and Rouge de Roi marble, while the walls feature panels in ebony, mango wood and briar, with horizontal bands of shiny gilded brass.

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Client: Dolce&Gabbana Interior design: Eric Carlson (Studio Carbondale) General contractor: Sice Previt Furnishings: Arco Arredamenti, Battaglia Marble coverings: Budri Marmi Mosaics: Friul Mosaic Author: Francisco Marea Photo credits: Alessandra Chemollo

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UGC Vélizy, the world of images Stemming from research on vertical thrust, on volumes that float in space and the possibility of ‘walking in the air,’ the UGC multiplex cinema in France, at Vélizy-Villacoublay, becomes the entrance of a new adjacent shopping mall

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true project of aerial architecture, because it alternates volumes, open spaces and 18 theaters (for a total of 3800 seats) organized around a system of raised streets and connections. Designed by the Paris-based Atelier Architecture Lalo, this project confirms the architects’ interest in the creation of public spaces, based on the need to design ‘places of urbanity’ and the desire to share the present in evocative locations.

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (the Franco-Dutch group active in the sector of real estate management, and a worldwide giant in shopping and retail real estate) and UGC have incorporated the new UGC Ciné-Cité in the project of revitalization of a shopping center and tramway. UGC Vélizy 2, for those who cross the threshold, is like a city with facades, balconies with metal railings, two dramatic escalators connecting the various levels, perspectives and suspended volumes in concrete that welcome the public on the way to the movie theaters, permitting gradual passage between the walkways and the cinemas. The spaces are cubical and flexible, with a solid look, designed as belvederes or zones for events. The various cinemas are spacious, offering from 100 to 450 seats, with screens IFDM | 137

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perfectly proportioned to the size of the rooms, lighted by ceiling fixtures that alternate with softer lateral lamps, similar to drops of water clinging to the walls. The multiplex stands out for its sober architectural choices, with ceilings that create interesting geometric effects thanks to triangular panels hung at different levels. The lighting combines spotlights with white beams that also mark the raised walkways. The box offices in wood are positioned below the staircases and the connections, to make room for the customers who can relax in the central foyer, where seats and tables alternate with wooden structures resembling small flights of steps. Architecture and cinema cross paths in this project that also offers spectators two works of art. The first is a video by the Spanish artist Hector Castells Matutano, projecting abstract, vibrant, colorful forms on a giant screen, using optical effects of his invention. The second, with two large blue cat’s eyes, appears suddenly on an enormous raw concrete wall. The Cat is a neon work by Claude Levêque that captivates and welcomes film buffs before they enter the theaters.

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Owner: UGC Main Contractor: Unibail - Rodamco West Field Interior design: Atelier Architecture Lalo Lighting: Ambiance Lumière, Osvaldo Matos Acoustics: AAB Furnishings: RBC Mobilier Bathrooms: Brouillet Ceilings: D3A Walls: Filisa / Creative Digitaly Fabrics: HTI Esprit & Matieres Author: Francisco Marea Photo credits: Michel Denancé

Our world into your kitchen Il nostro mondo nella tua cucina

WONDER. LEIDEN, HOLLAND | NATURALIS BIODIVERSITY CENTER | NEUTELINGS RIEDIJK ARCHITECTS, IRIS VAN HERPEN

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The new Naturalis boasts a collection of 42 million objects, now united in 9 exhibition halls, research facilities and laboratories in one magnificent combination of interconnected structures. Using a specifically developed

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construction technique, 263 panels were moulded from a tailored blend of hand-sanded concrete and small grain sized white marble aggregate, resulting in a delicate texture that feels as smooth as fabric.

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WONDER. LONDON | HOUSE OF DOTS | CAMILLE WALALA

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The artist was invited to bring LEGO® DOTS to life in a public art installation, a whole house comprising 5 rooms, to celebrate shared values of creativity, self-expression and accessibility.

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Salzburg, Restaurant “wer ist Stratmann?” | project by Smartvoll Architekten

KOBI COLLECTION designed by Patrick Norguet

WONDER. GOOGIE | TRANSPARENCY MATTERS | DRAGA & AUREL In their latest collection, the duo interpret the power of transparency to illuminate, delight, transform and distort. The Googie lamp performs wonderfully as a singular piece as well as in a composition of multiple units.

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David Camp

DELIVERING SUCCESSFUL URBAN PROJECTS With 30+ years of experience, Stanhope is one of the most influent developers and investors in London. David Camp, CEO, talks about his upcoming projects designed by internationally acclaimed architects to meet people and buyers’ needs and dreams

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tanhope has been working with internationally acclaimed and award-winning architects, Renzo Piano and Fletcher Priest for the Central Saint Giles project, David Chipperfield and Gensler for the Selfridges department store refurbishment and reorganisation, Fosters+Partners for the Bloomberg’s new London headquarters. David Camp, CEO of Stanhope, explains about his approach to deliver such successful projects from residential to culture, choosing always the best partners, because “getting the chemistry right is important”, he says.

Research and teamwork are at the core of our approach. “We undertake research into all aspects of development. This encompasses identifying growth locations, understanding trends in terms of occupier requirements and how to deliver our projects in the most efficient way.”

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Could you describe your approach to deliver successful projects?

Our experience is that working with the best architects results in great buildings and public realm – projects which will be appropriate into the long term.

The results create value for those who work/live in, or just visit, the developments. Furthermore, the leading architects tend to be at the forefront of forward thinking in terms of the impact of technology and sustainability on the built environment and the needs of occupiers. We believe that every project is different and that we must start with a blank canvas and build the picture by analysing the needs and opportunities of the location, including the existing local community, and overlay on this the experience and knowledge we have acquired over the last 30 years.

How is working with the best international architects?

Working with the best UK and international architects brings ideas and approaches to the challenges

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of a given project that we could not hope to answer on our own. We firmly believe in teamwork, and asking challenging questions of the team delivers unexpected and valuable solutions. We have to strive as a team to always do better than ‘business as usual’ if we are to meet the expectations of our investors, government, occupiers and the individuals who make use of our buildings.

How do you choose your suppliers and partners?

We like to get to know the businesses and the individuals within those businesses before we engage our consultants. A typical project for us from inception to completion is 5 years or more, so getting the chemistry right is important, and understanding the interests and strengths of a particular architect will deliver the best outcomes. Sometimes we will run competitions to select architects with only a small number of practices – mostly we simply select who we think would be the best team for a given project.

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You make research into the sites to invest in and into the design, but also into building occupancy and managing.

We undertake research into all aspects of development. This encompasses identifying growth locations, understanding trends in terms of occupier requirements and how to deliver our projects in the most efficient way. Research is part of the way we work. Much of the thinking is undertaken in collaboration with our professional teams and contractors, not just the architect but also with our engineers and cost consultants, together with our supply chain. Our contractors provide valuable insights into the best way to deliver projects on time and to budget whilst meeting stringent sustainability targets. Our projects are also informed by the post occupancy analysis of our completed schemes to inform what we have got right and what can be improved.

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Which are your most important current developments?

Our two most important current projects are in partnership with Mitsui Fudosan and AIMCo and sit adjacent to each other within the White City Opportunity Area. Across the two sites, we are providing a rich mix of uses with 5 million square feet of accommodation. Our projects which are designed by AHMM and Allies and Morrison sit adjacent to the development of a new campus for Imperial College and Westfield which is the largest shopping centre in Europe. White City is a significant and growing district of London connected, by excellent underground services, to Central London within 15 minutes. Our projects include the reimagining of the headquarters of BBC Television, with the BBC continuing to operate 3 state of art television studios within the development, Soho House, an hotel, restaurants, food and beverage, leisure facilities, a gym and boutique cinema, together with 950 new homes and 3 million sq ft of work space for the creative industries. Other important projects currently under construction include two towers in the City of London. 6 Bishopsgate, being developed for Mitsubishi Estates and 150 | IFDM

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designed by Wilkinson Eyre, is on 50 floors and provides ca 600,000 sq ft of workspace which will appeal to a wide range of businesses. 1 Bishopsgate Plaza is designed by PLP and over 41 floors will provide 160 residencies and a 5 star hotel and ballroom. We were also fortunate to have worked on Bloomberg’s new London headquarters which is a truly unique building designed by Fosters.

And what about the upcoming developments?

In terms of future projects two of the most important are the development of a second phase of the British Library adjacent to Kings Cross Station and at Royal Street in Waterloo in conjunction with Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital. The British Library project is in partnership with the Library and Mitsui Fudosan and is designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour. The project will provide new accommodation for the British Library together with 500,000 square feet of workspace.

Given the project’s proximity to the Crick Institute as well as the Library and the Alan Turing institute, we believe that this will appeal to businesses involved in Life Sciences which is a major growth industry in London. Our project at Royal Street will provide

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a major new district of c2m square feet adjacent to St Thomas’ Hospital and will be of particular appeal to MedTech occupiers wishing to connect with the hospital and its research. The project is in partnership with the Hospital Trust and Baupost.

Which areas of London are having the greatest development now?

The major growth in London is being seen in key areas which are on the periphery of central London which are well connected and can provide major new districts. This has been seen very successfully at Kings Cross and Stratford and is now happening at White City and Elephant and Castle. The City of London is also seeing a renaissance with a densification through the provision of taller buildings such as the Bishopsgate buildings mentioned above and an expansion of the City into previously fringe locations.

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And what about the interiors?

Our experience is that keeping the interiors simple but well designed in the detail is the best approach.

Ensuring that the interiors are authentic taking a lead from history and the external design is also important. At Television Centre we have tied in some of the interior finishes to the classic features of the original 50’s design.

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Above: One Bishopsgate Plaza, PLP Architecture, Yabu Pushelberg and MSMR Below: White City Place, Allies & Morrison

Talking about residential, what are the trends?

Residential schemes in London over past years have tended to provide very similar product. More recent successful projects have been those that are well designed and have a particular brand and theme as well as well thought through amenities and green credentials. We have found that the homes at our Television Centre project have had a specific appeal due to its heritage and historical and current connection with the BBC.

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OFFICES

Not your ordinary office Rethinking the classic concept of the workplace in terms of form and function, Fosbury & Sons Prinsengracht, a co-working company, for its facility in Amsterdam, chooses a former hospital now listed as national heritage. Architectural renovation by Roberto Meyer/MVSA Architects, interior design by Going East

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he founders of Fosbury & Sons, the Belgian co-working company, did not have a former hospital in mind when they were searching for the right location for their first facility outside the national boundaries. In Amsterdam, this is not the first case of conversion of such structures for hospitality, an operation that always leads to interesting results. The new Dutch headquarters of Fosbury & Sons Prinsengracht

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is no exception. Previously the Prinsengrachtziekenhuis (Prinsengracht Hospital), this monumental building from the 19th century was operative until 2004. Already in 1994 it was simply a walk-in clinic, followed by the elimination of the beds two years later. Next came the definitive takeover by the real estate developers of Millten and Million Monkeys, leading to conservative restoration work that lasted 5 years, thanks to

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the collaboration of the architect Roberto Meyer of MVSA Architects. The building along a canal is listed as national heritage, and today its 6,000 square meters host offices, workstations, meeting rooms and event spaces, all entirely furnished. The duo Going East has focused on the interior design, starting with the aim of boosting the status of the whole complex. “We decided to reinstall the parquet floors in the suites, precisely as we had seen in old photographs – says Anaïs Torfs of Going East. – We set out to recreate an authentic ‘Italian palace’ atmosphere along the canals, underlining the splendid existing arches and restoring some of the damaged ceilings.” The results are spaces where contrasts play a leading role - old vs. new, classic vs. modern – combined with painstaking details like the use of colored marble, fine wool fabrics and vintage furniture. Alongside the design, art is an important presence in the spaces.

In collaboration with the Grimm and Ravestijn galleries, the communal zones feature modern art and photography (Nick van Woert, Koen Hauser), as well as a series of pieces made for the occasion by the artist Sarah Yu Zeebroek. The interior design by Going East has been fundamental to

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convey the basic concept of the Fosbury & Sons philosophy. To offer services and an atmosphere very similar to those of a hotel, to be the opposite of a boring, monotonous workplace, to create a pleasant atmosphere of complete autonomy, flexibility and connection with other business realities. Each member – the facility has room for 250 companies and entrepreneurs – has such a high level of comfort as to feel right at home, free to share spaces with family or friends, and to enjoy time with them in the pleasant cafe set in an idyllic internal garden. Private life and work are interconnected without problems: “not your ordinary office” is the motto of Stijn Geeraets, Maarten Van Gool and Serge Hannecart, the creators of Fosbury & Sons. “It’s our first location outside Belgium’, says Stijn Geeraets, “It speaks for itself to launch in a leading business hub such as Amsterdam. While researching suitable locations we came across the building’s owners, Millten (Foppe Eshuis and Lennard Rottier) and Million Monkeys (Maarten Beucker Andreae). As partners we opted for a joint venture to operate the former Prinsengrachtziekenhuis. It’s almost unreal that we’ve been able to occupy this beautiful canalside building with so much history. Obviously, we treated it with utmost respect, and we set out to make it a special place for locals”.

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Owner & Developers: Millten and Million Monkeys Main operator: Fosbury & Sons Architecture: Roberto Meyer/MVSA Architects Interior design: Going East Furnishings: custom design and vintage pieces Art works: Grimm Gallery, The Ravestijn Gallery Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Francisco Noguiera

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LEISURE

Shenzhen

Feel, imagine, communicate A versatile, visual, engaging experience. Yanlord Clubhouse Shenzhen, in China, is a multifunctional facility for leisure time, ‘interpreted’ by CL3 Architects according to emotional parameters

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lexibility and cultural context are the winning cards played by CL3 Architects for the design of the Yanlord Clubhouse Shenzhen, a multipurpose space for leisure time in the industrial zone of Huilongbu, in the Chinese city of Shenzhen. Commissioned by the property developer Yanlord Land in the context of an operation of urban regeneration, the project has been approached in an original way by the architecture firm CL3, based in Hong Kong with offices in Shenzhen, Beijing and Shanghai. The firm is

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helmed by its founder William Lim, with the aim of bringing contemporary flair to the oriental aesthetic, combining architecture and art. The target of the clubhouse is a young metropolitan audience, leading the designers towards emotional and intuitive stylistic choices, adapting to the needs of quick-witted, receptive users while taking the social and territorial context into account. Hence the interior design approach is fresh and captivating, ready to stimulate interpersonal connections, marked by repeated references to stylemes of the

Owner: Yanlord Land Interior design: CL3 Architects Main Contractor: China Huashi Enterprises Company Furnishings: on design, Tribù Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Nirut Benjabanpot, b+m studio Kelvin

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typical nature of the place, reprised in furnishings and architectural features. The cafe is the most striking example. A natural peacock green color dominates in a space with a flexible layout to respond to a variety of needs, hence equipped with mobile glass panels that serve as dividers. A true hub of multifunctional communication for events and encounters, ready to welcome about 60 people, with a network of three-seat ‘islands,’ large sofas and a counter faced by a row of stools. Made with a series of volumetric and material overlays, the latter intentionally references the mountains surrounding Shenzhen. Just as the blades of the ceiling, with vertical, horizontal and oblique alignments, together with the semicircular terrace, are abstract reminders of the sea that touches the city, and the pattern of the urban streets. Not far from the cafe, the outdoor swimming pool features a series of geometric designs that again shift the imagination towards the mountains, with the help of a palette of white and peacock green, which takes the mind off the frenetic pace of life and into a time built around quality and relaxation. Finally, a series of supplementary spaces have been created for the clubhouse, such as the multifunctional kitchen and the recreation area for cooking schools, demonstrations and parties.

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Architecture shapes behavior The new Olympic House in Lausanne demonstrates that a building can be functional in all architectural aspects while representing the values and philosophy of the Olympic Movement at the same time

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ransparency, movement, flexibility, sustainability, cooperation. These are the five key principles that have guided 3XN and IttenBrechbĂźhl in the design of the headquarters that brings together the offices of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), once located in four different places. Olympic House, in Louis Bourget Parc, on the shores of Lake Geneva, with an area of 22,000 square meters, includes a conference center, many meeting rooms, a restaurant, fitness facilities, three floors of offices (for a total of 500 employees), a roof terrace and an underground parking garage. The master plan also covers the 18th-century Castle of Vidy, with the original facades restored, in harmony with the new construction, which respects the landscape and the natural surroundings, utilizing greenery and pathways specifically developed to conserve local biodiversity. In 2014, through a competition IFDM | 165

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with 114 participants, IOC selected the Danish firm 3XN, working in collaboration with the Swiss studio IttenBrechbühl. “Our project relies on transparency and flow to facilitate and encourage interaction, communication and knowledge exchange, while creating an efficient, sustainable working environment,” says Kim Herforth Nielsen, co-founder and director of 3XN. The plan of the Olympic House, with its organic form, has been designed with as few structural constraints as possible, organized around four circular service cores and 14 pillars that support the entire complex. This type of design permits a high level of flexibility and an agile work setting that facilitates internal interaction. Symbolic and dramatic, the Unity Staircase in oak rises to the full height of the building, connecting the levels with a form that is a reminder of the Olympic circles, chosen

by Pierre de Coubertin to represent the five continents. On the outside, the building rests on a botanical plinth that blends with the landscape and

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minimizes visual impact. The undulated, transparent and rhythmical facade becomes a metaphor of the dynamism of sport and the Olympic movement, while symbolizing the organizational transparency of the IOC. The glass rising from floor to ceiling helps to light the spaces, also in depth, guaranteeing thermal insulation thanks to a double-skin system. In terms of sustainability, the Olympic House has received three of the most rigorous certifications (international and national) for ecological buildings: LEED Platinum, SNBS and Minergie. Many features combine to make the building one of the most sustainable in the world, including solar panels, rainwater recovery systems, thermal and acoustic insulation, heat pumps (using water from the nearby lake), as well as reutilization and recycling of 95% of the materials taken from the former office complex.

Owner: IOC (International Olympic Committee) Architecture: 3XN, IttenBrechbühl Interior design & Workspace planning: RBSGROUP Architectural lighting design: Jesper Kongshaug Landscape design: Hüsler & Associés Joinery, lamella wall cladding, coffee points, furniture: Schwab-system Furnishings: Vitra + UniquementVotre Kitchens: Frigorie SA, Ginox SA, Roger Seematter SA, Service Equipement Wescher SA, Vauconsant Lighting: ISBA AG (Skylights), Roschmann AG (Ground floor facades + central skylight), S-light (Special lighting) Metal ceilings: PlafonMetal Carpets & Curtains: Lachenal SA Textile wall systems: Kvadrat AG/Soft Cell Author: Francisco Marea Photo credits: Adam Mørk, Lucas Delachaux, International Olympic Committee (IOC)

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Caribbean beat To welcome guests in tune with the ‘frequencies’ of the island. Cadences that harmoniously connect nature, architecture and design. This is the ‘mission’ of Silversands, a resort on the bay of Grand Anse, Grenada, designed by AW²

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ippling white sand with the beat of salsa music, cascades like merengues, a flourishing cha-cha-cha forest, crystal waters lapping on the shore to the rhythm of rhumba. On the island of Grenada, in Caribbean Sea, nature vibrates on musical frequencies.

The beat has such deep roots that it could not be overlooked by the studio AW², Reda Amalou & Stéphanie Ledoux, for the design of the luxury resort Silversands on the beach of Grand Anse, along the bay of the same name. For the 43 suites – 16 Garden Suites, 16 Ocean View Suites, 7 Penthouse Level Suites, 3 Ocean View One-Bedroom Suites, 1 Silversands Penthouse – and 9 villas scattered between hillside and coast – 5 facing the sea, 4 towards the hill, available for guests until they are sold – it was inevitable to connect the rhythm to the architecture and its contents. Starting with the layout, conceived around a primary need: to revel in a striking panorama, counting on a high level of privacy, enjoying absolutely unique spaces for relaxation and socializing. At Silversands the tactful style blends authenticity, luxury and modernity in clean lines, simple forms, pale colors and natural materials.

With a particular focus on outdoor living: the impressive swimming pool, 100 meters long, extends from the complex to the blue of the sea.

Owner: Naguib Sawiris Architecture & Interior Design: AW² - Reda Amalou & Stéphanie Ledoux Furnishings: items designed by AW² produced by Artespazio; B&B Italia, Bruno Moinard, Ego Paris, Expormim, Kettal, Maison Porthault, Molteni&C, Tuuci Lighting: items designed by AW² produced by Artespazio; Alex Palenski, CVL Luminaires, Loupi Lighting Fabrics: Bisson Bruneel, Kettal, Maison Porthault, Perrenials Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: courtesy of Silversands Grenada

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Terraces, pools, water games and daybed areas add comfort thanks to ample open-air zones – private and public – all equipped with design elements

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by Kettal Studio, Maia and Vieques by Patricia Urquiola, Basket by Nanna and Jorgen Dietzel, Bitta by Rodolfo Dordoni). One of the goals is to entice clients to discover the hidden beauties of this remarkable island. Most of the furnishings chosen for the resort – outdoor or indoor – have been specially designed by AW² and produced by companies like Artespazio, Kettal, Loupi Lighting, and placed alongside pieces by B&B Italia, Molteni&C, CVL Luminaires, Expornim, Tucci, Bruno Moinard. There are elegant solutions for the suites, such as the placement of the beds in alcoves facing the horizon and equipped with floorto-ceiling curtains with remote controls. Or the spacious wall wardrobe that vanishes completely, leaving a sense of great visual openness. Guests can unwind time with locally-inspired treatments and rituals in The Silversands Spa, which includes four treatment rooms, sauna, hammam, and hightech fitness center. The space is anchored around a light-filled, temperature-controlled private IFDM | 173

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swimming pool and relaxation area with poolside cabanas designed to create a cocoon of calm. In the restaurant area AW² has courageously combined marble and wood in an ice-tone hue, generating warm, enveloping situations. The resort includes two distinct dining venues. The Grenadian Grill is a casual beach club-style poolside lunch and dinner restaurant while Asiatique is an Asian-influenced dinner venue showcasing Grenada’s wild abundance of local ingredients and spices. A cigar and rum bar, Puro, entices guests for conversation over ocean views. The resort is a partner of GRENROP (Grenada Network of Rural Women Producers), the association that supports a network of women whose survival depends on rural labor, selected to supply food products with reliable continuity.

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MUSEUM

Doha

Inspired by the past, to lead the future Not vertical lines, but intersections between disks and faceted surfaces like those of a desert rose. In Doha, designed by Jean Nouvel, the National Museum of Qatar connects past and future to tell the story of a country

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he desert rose is the first architectural structure created by nature itself, through the action of wind, water and sand, across thousands of years,� says the French architect Jean Nouvel, who to achieve this effect has faced many technical and technological challenges. On an area of 33,618 square meters, the museum rises from the desert along an elliptical pathway of 11 galleries, starting from the Palace of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani. The history of Qatar is marked by three fundamental events. The first, dating back to Roman times, had to do with pearl fishing and trade; the second, after World War II, was linked to the discovery of petroleum; this was followed twenty years later by the discovery of natural gas reserves.

The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) reflects these three moments, narrating the history of the peninsula and its inhabitants in the various pavilions, the lifestyles of the coast and desert, the pearl industry and the power of a country that is a leader in the fields of education, communication and energy technologies. The building, with

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a length of 350 meters, is composed of 539 disks of reinforced concrete clad in sand-colored fiberglass, of different diameters (14 to 87 meters), which intersect to create overhanging portions and fascinating games of light and shadow. Walking through the rooms one realizes that there are no vertical lines. This love of oblique surfaces springs from the collaboration between Jean Nouvel and Claude Parent, the French architect and theorist, a forceful believer in oblique lines, who urged a total disruption of the spatial coordinates of more traditional architecture. Which is precisely what happens inside the NMoQ, where the many oblique surfaces produce a tension that grows throughout the itinerary lasting about two hours and terminating at the restored royal palace, from which one reaches the courtyard, called Baraha. The spaces for permanent exhibits (7,000

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square meters) alternate with others used for temporary shows (1,700 square meters), as well as an auditorium with 213 seats, and various workshops for restoration and conservation. The museum also contains areas for offices, two cafes and a panoramic restaurant. The complex suggests the structure of a caravanserai, with an inner courtyard that can host outdoor events, performances and exhibitions. Shady spaces are ensured by the ‘petals’ of the rose that provide protection from the torrid climate. The internal structure also comes to grips with the climate, meaning that there are few openings, and the rare windows are set back to prevent direct exposure to the sun’s rays. Thanks to these measures, the internal air condition is more economical. The entire site is surrounded by a park that embodies the typical Qatar landscape, with dunes, gardens that take their cue from the sabkha (saline sandflats), artificial lagoons and oases.

Besides the local plants and trees, there is a historical garden with traditional species, large grassy areas and a parking lot for 430 cars, perfectly inserted in the park.

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Client: Qatar Museums Architecture: Jean Nouvel (Ateliers Jean Nouvel) Landscape design: Michel Desvigne Landscape engineering: Aecom Engineers: Arup London Architect of record: QDC Roads design: Aecom & Parsons Museography: Renaud Pierard Scenography: Ducks Scéno (Michel Cova) Facades: BCS & Ingphi Lighting design: Licht Kunst Licht, L’Observatoire International Hervé Descottes, Scherler Acoustics: Avel Acoustique Signage: Pentagram-London Museographic multimedia: Ducks Scéno, Labeyrie & associés, Immersive Film consultant: Pierre Edelman Heritage consultant: Mohammed Ali Abdulla Author: Francisco Marea Photo credits: Iwan Baan, Danica O. Kus

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HOTEL

Gagliano del Capo, Italy

Absence as revelation Summing up an intense dialogue between extreme minimalism and artful 19th-century splendor, Palazzo Daniele is an art guesthouse created in the noble residence of the family of the same name. A project by Palomba Serafini Associati

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n the year of Italian unification, 1861, the local architect Domenico Malinconico designed this patrician villa in neoclassical style, incorporating courtyards and lush Mediterranean gardens. In a town of deep silence and stillness, stretching at the extremity of Puglia still untouched by conventional tourism, the setting is one of historical and morphological authenticity. At Gagliano del Capo, right there were the land ends and the sea begins, the gaze swings in an obligatory sweep, before us and behind us. In that imposing volume charged with material culture and family identity, Francesco Petrucci – the last heir and a voracious collector of contemporary art – has decided together with his friend Gabriele Salini to open the doors to art lovers and travelers, giving rise to a hospitality concept that can accommodate all the aspects of the contemporary. Including site-specific works. The Milan-based duo Ludovica + Roberto Palomba handled the architectural restoration and reorganization of the spaces, focusing on aesthetic and symbolic purification, the evocative force of subtraction as the metaphor of an absence/ essence capable of stimulating the creative impulses of guest artists. As the architects explain, “the renovation sets out to underline the theme of detachment, to take these spaces back to an idea of non-inhabited places, no longer dense but emptied and liberated from their nature and their function, steeped in an

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original aesthetic linked to furnishings for everyday habitation. A few functional furnishing elements remain, recontextualized, in dialogue with the works of art on display, in a game of reflections that underline the sacred quality of absence.� The large frontal living areas are used as shared exhibition spaces, while the back of the building contains nine suites, each different from the next, facing the outdoor pool next to a small orange grove and courtyards in Lecce stone.

The nude walls, many of which reveal perceptible signs of the passage of time, reinforce the grandeur of the frescos on the vaulted ceilings and the original floor mosaics, while the monastic, hardly furnished spaces enhance the visual impact and expressive force of antique family portraits, contemporary works and installations that move on the blurry boundary between art and design. Decorative and functional purposes thus combine in the lightbox by Simon d’Exea, the lamps by Luigi Presicce, the stools by Nicolas Party, the sculpture by Roberto Cuoghi, the photographs of Pino Pascali shot by Claudio Abate, and then the garland by Eva Jospin, a lithograph by Carla Accardi or the installation of the shower, where an antique font descends from the six-meter ceiling into a large sculptural basin designed by Andrea Sala for the bathroom in the Royal Junior Suite, alongside double washstands by Ceramica Flaminia.

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Gagliano del Capo, Italy

Owners: Gabriele Salini and Francesco Petrucci Hotel operator: GS Collection Architectural design: Domenico Malinconico (19th century) Restoration and interior design: Palomba Serafini Associati Furnishings: vintage or custom pieces; Driade, Pomodone Lighting: Flos, Ikea, Pallucco, Bathrooms: Flaminia, Zucchetti Kitchen: Elmar Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: RenĂŠe Kemps

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space at the heart of the terminal. Six flowing forms within the vaulted roof reach to the ground to support the structure and bring natural light within.

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This inventive entertainment space features immersive, kinetic lighting effects designed by Fisher Marantz and inspired by a Lenny Kravitz video, as well as bespoke hand painted murals inspired by Bosch and Dali.

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RANGALI ISLAND, MALDIVES THE MURAKA | MINOTTI

The Muraka by Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is a unique residence that lies both above and below the surface of the Indian Ocean, a perfect synthesis of contemporary design and technology conceived by Ahmed Saleem, Crown Company Pvt Ltd, Yuji Yamazaki, YYA PLLC, and aquarium technology engineer Mike J. Murphy, M.J.Murphy Ltd. Wholly surrounded by water, The Muraka - which means “coral” - spans two levels and includes two bedrooms, bathrooms, a living and dining room, a relaxation terrace with infinity pool and a panoramic pier. In the underwater level, at a depth of five metres, a bedroom with glass walls affords guests a breathtaking 180° view. Next door is a sophisticated conversation area hosting a pair of Portofino armchairs paired with a Benson coffee table. Many products from the Minotti collections were chosen for the areas above water. The ultra-bright living area, characterised by floor to ceiling windows is furnished with two Powell seating systems, some Quinn armchairs and a series of Cernobbio coffee tables. In addition to the Aston stools, designed for the counter in the lounge, a row of Leslie dining chairs brightens up the dining area.

The master bedroom features a Creed bed, a matching pair of Creed Small armchairs, the Kitaj coffee table and the Prince Cord Indoor armchair. A large Florida seating system is the centrepiece of the open-air spaces.

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VERONA | HOTEL LEON D’ORO | WALLPEPPER® GROUP

In the Hotel Leon d’Oro unique style and privacy are the leading virtues. In all the spaces, from the guestrooms to the restaurant, the hall to the winter garden, everything has been designed for a pleasant stay, whatever the purpose of the trip. Decisive factors include acoustic comfort, thanks to WallPepper® Acoustic sound-absorbing and soundproofing wallpapers, which offer both decorative impact and high performance. Applied to the ceiling or the wall and made with custom graphics to match the decor, the WallPepper® Acoustic wallpapers are made with an innovative material that keeps sound waves from spreading, remarkably reducing noise from the outside and sounds emitted inside.

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CAIRO | AMERICAN UNIVERSITY | PEDRALI

Located in Cairo since 1919 and internationally known as one of the leading schools of higher education in Egypt, the American University has recently been redesigned to offer a cultural center and new functional spaces to the community, suitable for events of different kinds and informal socializing. One of these spaces is the new cafe created by the firm Style Design Architects, where Pedrali has supplied a harmonious mix of materials and products from its collections. From the Arki-Tables and Fox chairs designed by Patrick Norguet, where the shell in tones of sand and pale blue is matched with ash wood for the border and the legs, to the Nym chairs and stools by CMP Design, a reinterpretation of traditional English Windsor chairs.

These are joined by the Malmรถ chairs, Lunar tables, Intrigo chairs and Babila stools.

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SANDTON, SOUTH AFRICA | EMBASSY TOWERS | PORADA

MĂŞha Art & Interiors has done the interior design of the penthouse in the impressive Embassy Towers apartment complex, at 175 Empire Place Sandhurst, in the center of Sandton. The result is a timeless habitat, elegant and inviting, with the practical advantages of cutting-edge technology. The bedrooms have similar motifs and compositions, but with differences of design and color: vivid brown for the male bedroom, sober but intense orange for its female counterpart. The protagonists in the double-volume living area and the bedrooms are the high-end furnishings by Porada, deployed here with rich wood tones and sophisticated lines, combined with fine fabrics and marble. From the Quadrifoglio table to the Trittico round tables, the Argo modular sofa to the Killian and Ziggy beds, and the Vera armchairs and ottomans with canaletta walnut structure and cowhide backs.

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VIENNA | BAR CAMPARI | CASSINA

Dynamic and lively, with Futurist graphics by the artist Fortunato Depero designed in the 1920s, the Bar Campari in Vienna has been created

by Matteo Thun with furnishings supplied by Cassina. The facility is organized on two levels with an elegant bar clad in wood, brass details and carefully studied lighting. The entire interior creates a vital, energetic atmosphere, starting with the tables and seating (with the red, white and black colors of the Italian brand), all the way to the wood floors with geometric designs and the mosaic wall with a motif by Depero. On the first floor, the Accademia is an ideal location for special events.

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NEW YORK | FIFTYTHREE INC. | FLEXFORM

Designed by Studio Fierro (former +ADD), FiftyThree INC. is a space to create - a combination between work space, library, home and a forest. It is located in 60 Hudson Street Building, formerly known as the Western Union Building, a full block telecommunications building built in 1928-1930 designed by Ralph Walker. Both the interior and exterior of the building were designated New York City landmarks in 1991. The space involves a very honest and open layout that promotes teamwork and collaboration. For example, the wood platforms in the center of the space consist of an elevated space that has the function to gather people, but it also allows to have a different perspective of the space by the simple fact that they are elevated. The simple but organized variation of spaces are enhanced by the selection of materials: walnut wood, blackened steel, glass, and concrete complemented by a couple of accents of marble. A massive composition of the Feel Good sofa designed by Antonio Citterio was selected for the recreation area as its generous seating allows moments of relaxation and leisure. A Fly coffee table with marble top rounds out the decor.

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DUBAI | ATLANTIS THE PALM | PRECIOSA

Preciosa’s lighting transforms a luxury hotel into an art gallery: the technical and decorative skills of Preciosa designers Petr Kořínek and Anežka Závadová in collaboration with interior designers HBA Dubai and Allen Architecture Interiors Design make the renovated Atlantis, The Palm into a gallery of light. Seven spaces have been set aside for the Czech-based firm, starting with the spectacular ‘spiral shell’ in the Plato Coffee & Tea Lounge, made with about 35,000 cut beads in three shades of blue, in an aquatic metaphor. Another luminous sculpture by Preciosa enhances the Ossiano Underwater Bar & Restaurant, featuring an impressive central chandelier whose decorative theme is also connected with marine life. Every contribution from Preciosa is an installation, also in the insertion of the Muutos collection of small lighting elements in the interior. Design expertise, a sense of decoration, technical know-how and human resources at the highest levels: this is the recipe for success of Preciosa.

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OGGIONO, ITALY | BIANCA RELAIS | RIFLESSI

The designer Giuseppe Manzoni and Domestic Landscape have overseen the renovation and expansion of Bianca Relais, a 5-star boutique hotel overlooking Lake Annone, a few minutes away from Como. With a contemporary image, the warm, welcoming hotel features furnishings by Riflessi, utilizing many seats from the Abruzzo-based company. The Carmen chairs – with graphite legs and Bubble fabric – can be seen in the suites and the gourmet room of the Bianca sul Lago restaurant, finished in the latter case with quilted Econabuk. The cafe-lounge area of the restaurant also contains over 60 Sofia chairs, with armrests covered in Econabuk. All the seating by Riflessi has elegant design, and offers remarkable comfort thanks to the structure in expanded polyurethane made with innovative molds developed and patented by the company.

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ROVINJ, CROATIA | GRAND PARK HOTEL ROVINJ | PORRO

Designed by Piero Lissoni in collaboration with the Croatian studio 3LHD, the Grand Park Hotel Rovinj has six levels, facing the island of Saint Catherine.

The furnishings by Porro enhance the daytime and nighttime zones with geometric simplicity, elegant finishes and technological details. The Fractal tables with a structure in black coated aluminium and tops in sturdy black lacquer are used in the Viva Eufemia Lobby Bar. In the Cap Aureo Signature Restaurant the Neve chairs in black stained ash have seats covered in cowhide.The suites feature the Storage wardrobe in mongoy wood, while the lounge areas facing the sea have Tiller sideboards in eucalyptus. The suites alternate Metallico tables in antique red or the Minimo Light model in hemlock, combined with the Boxes chest of drawers with fronts and drawers in sulfur yellow backpainted glass, contrasting with the eucalyptus inside, and the Groove bench in black stained hemlock.

Photo Š Maistra, Grand Park Hotel Rovinj

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MYKONOS | THE WILD HOTEL | BAXTER

“Simple, raw, beautiful and wild” are the attributes of a memorable sense of relaxation entrusted to details that blend luxury with authenticity. From the infinity pool to the private beach, the fitness room to the suites. The Wild Hotel designed by Alexandros and Filippos Varveris with Sofia and Matina Karavas seems to have been generated by the rock, taking its cue from the Cyclades to formulate the various spaces – indoor and outdoor – with minimal furnishings created with natural materials like bamboo and wood, in colors that shift from gray to earth tones, dark green to blue. The products supplied by Baxter are from the Open Air collection designed

by Paola Navone, combining soft leathers crafted for life in the open air with materials like copper and Manila rattan.

Photo © Christopher Kennedy, George Kordakis

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ZURICH | LA RÉSERVE EDEN AU LAC | TUBES

La Réserve Eden au Lac Zurich is a proud, serene building, reminiscent of the wonderful days that have passed since its construction 110 years ago on the lakefront. Under the impetus of La Réserve and the vision of its owner Michel Reybier, the Eden au Lac hotel has been completely redesigned as a new 5-star development by Philippe Starck to provide an elegant and timeless experience in the heart of an imaginary yacht club. Philippe Starck conceived the renovation to be minimal yet not minimalist, based on a quest to reveal the structural soul and raw poetry of the place, releasing the light and maximizing the architectural volumes.

From its unique position in the city and on the waterfront, two bars and restaurants, the 40 rooms and suites offer spectacular views of the city and the lake. All guest rooms are fitted with a custom made version of Soho radiators, design Ludovica + Roberto Palomba, by Tubes.

Photo © courtesy of La Réserve Eden au Lac - Starck Network - Grégoire Gardette

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LONDON | ANGLER RESTAURANT, SOUTH PLACE HOTEL | BROSS

It is no coincidence that the interiors of the Angler Restaurant in London have been done by Conran + Partners, the British team with the longest list of prizes in the hospitality and office sectors. Located inside the South Place Hotel, a 5-star facility near busy Liverpool Street, Angler is an expression of the best English hospitality – impeccable elegance and high-end services – as a star-studded temple for the gourmet cuisine of Gary Foulkes. Inside the dining room with panoramic windows, decorated by laser-cut metal surfaces, the seats of the Break collection by Bross fit perfectly, chosen by the designers in the versions with and without armrests, with structure in black lacquered wood and a shell covered in violet fabric. The subtle stitching of the padded backs, designed by Enzo Berti, establish a dialogue with the kaleidoscope effect of the architecture by Allies and Morrison.

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SALZBURG | DAS EDELWEISS MOUNTAIN RESORT | ATLAS CONCORDE

A few kilometers from Salzburg, surrounded by the peaks of the Grossarl, Das Edelweiss Mountain Resort is an oasis of wellness and luxury where materials give rise to settings that are welcoming and contemporary art the same time. Products by Atlas Concorde have been chosen to create a typically Italian decor for several indoor and outdoor areas. The terrace, bathrooms and restaurant area stand out for forceful surfaces full of details, inspired by the look of natural stone to create atmospheres of natural warmth, ranging from vivid tones to more delicate nuances. The enveloping force of a wood effect adds vivid personality, through accurate interpretations of original varieties and the typical irregularities of natural wood.

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ANKARA | VANTAGE | ARAN CUCINE

The buildings of the Vantage project, created by a team of local architects, rise over the city of Ankara, Turkey. In one of the city’s most panoramic districts, this residential complex composed of two blocks immersed in greenery conveys the image of a villa, with roof gardens and exclusive services such as recreation zones, indoor pools, trails and bicycle paths. The apartments stand out for their large size, with a maximum of two units per floor, penthouses and duplexes on the upper levels. For the furnishings, the Aran Bathroom Collection and Aran Night Collection have been used in 350 bathrooms, 70 closets, 70 wardrobe cabins and 280 wardrobes with sliding doors. Aran Cucine has provided the Mia model for the 70 service kitchens, with a metropolitan and always versatile character.

For the 70 main kitchens, the choice has gone to Volare, with large volumes, central islands and glossy canaletto walnut finish, combined with cream-color glossy lacquer and marble.

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COMUNIDAD VALENCIANA, SPAIN CASA MADRIGAL | TALENTI

Casa Madrigal is a residential project by RamĂłn Esteve, consisting of a series of light volumes and patios set between two horizontal platforms that define the space. A game of boxes where the house is enclosed by stone walls, generating an intimate space. A microcosm of clear, simple lines for the perfect insertion of two collections created by the Spanish designer for Talenti: Casilda and Cottage. The former is minimalist, with cots, sofas and dining chairs, while Cottage has a more rustic spirit, offering seats with ample proportions and high backs that combine materials like aluminium or synthetic bands with other more traditional ones like cord.

Photo Š Mariela Apollonio

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LONDON | ONE TOWER BRIDGE | EUROCUCINA SNAIDERO

Adjacent to the Grade I listed Tower Bridge, the masterplan for One Tower Brigde by Berkeley Homes was conceived by Squire and Partners’ as a lasting new piece of the riverside between London’s contemporary architecture and the warehouse vernacular of Shad Thames. Designs identified hotel and residential accommodation supported by significant cultural, leisure, restaurant and retail uses, as well as new public spaces. Set within a central landscaped courtyard is The Tower, a 20 storey slender ‘campanile’ offering one apartment per floor, topped by a glazed garden terrace. The 183 kitchens has been custom designed by Snaidero. The whole Snaidero System offered multiple design solutions mixing elements, compositions and finishings to achieve full personalization in each single residence.

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MÉRIBEL, FRANCE | LE COUCOU HOTEL | ETHIMO

On the slopes of Méribel, Le Coucou is the colorful contemporary version of a classic Alpine chalet. The structure designed by the architect Pierre Yovanovitch distributes 55 rooms, of which 39 are suites, two large independent chalets, two restaurants, a spa, wellness area and two swimming pools, one inside and one outside but perfectly aligned to create an optical illusion of a single visual perspective, on gently terraced terrain. The ample interiors with high ceilings in pale wood feature an original combination of vintage elements and innovation, geometric order and crafted imperfection. An important contribution has been made in the updating of ‘Alpine codes’ by Ethimo, which has supplied the Sand cots for the spa, and the outdoor furnishings, replacing the traditional red and white checked prints with a plaid design from the Allaperto collection, created by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez.

Photo © Jerome Galland

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GIVISIEZ, SWITZERLAND | SCOTT SPORTS | ALIAS

An established partnership between Scott Sports, the Swiss producer of bicycles, winter gear, equipment for motorcyclists and sportswear, and Alias, which has supplied the furnishings for the new headquarters of the company in Givisiez. In a futuristic building with an area of about 4,000 square meters, Alias provides specific products for the offices, the dining hall and the auditorium, as well as 50 meeting rooms and other spaces.

The office floors feature Rollingframe+ seats on wheels and the Landscape Essential tables. The meeting rooms rely on modular spatial design, as in the Slim conference seating in dialogue with the Landscape table by Simon Pengelly. For the conference rooms the Frame chair offers a light structure, also in the Bigframe version, ready for stacking to save space.

Photo Š Simon Ricklin

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LONDON, UK | THE MAKERS | LEMA

To live in Shoreditch, the vibrant creative district of London, with the refined style and quality of furniture made in Italy: Lema UK decorates a show flat and provides all the custom wardrobes for The Makers, the new residential complex created with the developer Londonewcastle. Two buildings, one of which is a 28-story tower, for 175 residences, from studios to three-bedroom homes and duplexes, offering 42 different layout variations. The interiors are tailor-made and complete: Lema offers the new owners the possibility of choosing a specific furnishings package, availing themselves of the design services provided in the flagship store at King’s Road, Chelsea. “What makes the selection for The Makers so special,” says Angelo Meroni, president of Lema, “is that for the first time in London the Casa and Contract divisions have worked together to create a complete lifestyle project.”

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KUALA LUMPUR | PACIFIC STANDARD BAR, ALILA BANGSAR | STELLAR WORKS

A Morgan’s Mule or Sunset Swizzle or Old Fruit Fashioned to sip at sundown, in the vintage atmosphere of the Pacific Standard Bar on the 41st floor of Alila Bangsar, the hotel designed by Neri&Hu Design and Research Office. In an up-and-coming zone of Kuala Lumpur, the hotel occupies the ground level and last 8 floors of a new tower, with five levels of guestrooms and three of public facilities. These are concentrated around the external courtyard that extends for three levels, defined by a regular grid of columns and beams, the leitmotif of the entire building. The two upper levels of the courtyard contain the restaurant, the cocktail bar and an outdoor bar. The Pacific Standard Bar, with gilded accents and green marble walls, is furnished with the Utility collection by Stellar Works, designed by the duo Neri&Hu. This sophisticated series of seats and bar stools combines luxurious materials like wood and leather with elegant lines. The collection is ideal for any setting, from high-end hotels to residences.

Photo Š Pedro Pegenaute

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SPHERIENS | FLORENCE | DE PADOVA, MA/U STUDIO

The headquarters of the Spheriens law office is on the third and last floor of a historic building in one of the most dynamic zones of the center of Florence. The 850 square meters of space contain an international law firm, guided by a global approach and constant pursuit of creative solutions. The objective of the project by the architect Manuela De Marzi was to establish a dialogue between past and present and to create a domestic, welcoming atmosphere in the workspaces, relying on rigorous layout, essential and contemporary forms, fine materials, natural lighting and quality of spaces and furnishings. The latter have been chosen from the collections of tables and seating of De Padova, and the systems designed by Ma/u Studio, forming dynamic, unconventional zones for the offices.

Photo Š Filippo Bamberghi

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SAN GIOVANNI IN FIORE, ITALY | HYLE | LAPITEC

Set amidst the mountains of La Sila and immersed in forest, there is a gem where you can discover typical local flavors: Hyle is the new restaurant of the chef Antonio Biafora located at San Giovanni in Fiore, in the province of Cosenza. Rugged, wild nature has been interpreted inside a contemporary atmosphere by the architect Francesca Arrighi and the engineer Giuseppe Pio Mazzei. A temple of fine cuisine, featuring warm materials like wood for the floors and furnishings, and Lapitec, the high-performance sintered stone surface, non-porous, stain and scratch resistant, ideal for contact with foods and high temperatures. The Lapitec slabs have been deployed here in the glossy absolute black version to personalize various areas, like the kitchen worktop visible from the dining room and the large central cabinets.

Photo Š Roberto Iannello Photography

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DOHA | FIFTY ONE EAST SHOES & BAGS | IGUZZINI ILLUMINAZIONE

The play of lights and shadows, reflections and semi-transparent surfaces, hard and soft materials, forms the basis of the architectural design for the space of Fifty One East Shoes & Bags in Doha. Developed down to the details by the studio Dobas, with the collaboration of textile designer Claudia Cavieze who has created the colorful work behind the reception counter, the space of 1000 m2 stands out on the first floor of the Lagoona Mall, thanks to a luminous atmosphere created with fixtures by iGuzzini.

The variations of the optical effects and brightness of the built-in Reflex fixtures makes it possible to create different levels of lighting, alternating lively atmospheres with quieter zones, ideal for a pleasant shopping experience. One of the lines utilized is Reflex CoB (LED Chip on Board), with fixed or adjustable built-in units and a range of optical parts from medium to wide flood, all sharing the color temperature of 3000 K and ICR 90.

Photo Š Dow Photography

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MATERA, ITALY | LA SUITE HOTEL | VESCOM

Essential design and rigorous forms, the use of local materials and color, in a project completed

by Studio Marco Piva for La Suite Hotel. A 5-star facility in a strategic position in the historical center of Matera, composed of 40 rooms of different sizes equipped with flexible spaces and custom furnishings. Geometric lines, volumes and materials, from the technical flooring to the structural laminates and traditional stones, gain expressive impact thanks to refined workmanship and elegant details, creating a timeless style. One excellent presence inside La Suite is Vescom, with its Onari wall covering in all the rooms, the Liran and Syrna drapery fabrics in the breakfast room and one of the meeting rooms, and wool-velvet fabrics to cover some of the furnishings.

Photo Š Andrea Martiradonna

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LIAISON | SARA MORONI | AXOLIGHT

A collection of suspension lamps which can be hung individually or in compositions of 2, 4 and 8 elements. Each lamp is available in 3 sizes (diameter 45, 80 and 100 cm), 3 shapes – circle, cylinder, and sphere – and its color can be personalized with black and matt gold shades. The new Plug&Light system, made in partnership with Insta, has a magnetic quick click-on rosette that requires no screws or electrical wiring.

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INDISSIMA | MATTEO THUN, ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ | INDA

Designed to be used both as single pieces and in custom-made combinations, the modular, extremely flexible collection is made of elements which feature a geometric steel structure combined with wooden containers. It includes four versions of wall units with open compartments and column-mounted arrangements, along with a wide array of finishes: white, black and brushed steel combined with brown larch, black flower and painted platinum.

ALISON | CARLO COLOMBO | FLEXFORM

The Alison armchair draws upon Scandinavian design tradition, reinterpreting it through a completely contemporary lens. The combinations of materials and colors can be as endless as they are unique by marrying the structure in solid Canaletto walnut or solid ash - stained in many shades with the seat back in saddle hide, available in nine colors, and the padded seat that can be upholstered in any of the exclusive fabrics and leathers from the Flexform collection.

GENTLEMAN | MARCEL WANDERS | POLIFORM

With the Gentleman collection, Marcel Wanders has revealed a new sense of hospitality and welcome, expressed in the encounter between design and lifestyle, suited not only to residential situations but to any occasion where lounge spaces are essential.

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IL PAVONE TRONO | MARC ANGE | VISIONNAIRE

Il Pavone (The peacock) is the allegory to Luxury. This majestic animal is never worried about survival: he doesn’t hide or defend himself, he doesn’t escape. His time and energy are used to display his Beauty.

FILIGNO | SEBSATIAN DESCH | TEAM 7

In a refreshingly light-footed way, the Filigno writing desk combines practical, analogue storage space with technical features of our digitised world, all packed into a neat, elegant form. A characteristic feature of Filigno is the slim casing of solid wood, just 12 mm thick, made using our innovative three-layer technology – incredibly strong despite the slenderness of the material.

DOVE | MARCEL WANDERS | NATUZZI

The chaise-longue is light and dynamic, taking its inspiration from the silhouette of a dove, its backrest adjusts to two sitting positions. The armchair is given its original asymmetrical shape by armrests of different lengths, one of which is topped by a useful wooden tray. Both are made in structural polyurethane with a swivel base in glossy metal.

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CLIFF DÉCO | LUDOVICA + ROBERTO PALOMBA | TALENTI

Cliff Déco enriches the already wide Cliff family and it is the result of a deep projectual research for a collection, that wink at the indoor furnitures. An elegant and modern sofa, characterised by its timeless design. It features sumptuously deep and inviting cushions, fine colour palettes and hand-woven backs and armrests. Cliff Déco is synonymous of great versatility, thanks to the modularity of the structures makes it possible to arrange the elements in absolute freedom, generating infinite possible combinations.

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MOLO | RODOLFO DORDONI | KETTAL

Molo a modular sofa in its purest form, each single module can be taken apart and re-organised, creating new configurations according to different uses and spaces. Its orthogonal geometry is based on a rectangular modularity design, which is aesthetically minimalistic with intentionally oversized pieces. Various combinations of fabrics, colours and details take centre stage in the composition.

COMPASS 55 | LUALDI

Perfectly aligned and equipped with a pivoting door, Compass 55 can be compared to a large, silent stage curtain, which can be incorporated in the architectural structure enabling fluid and easy communication within different areas. Part of the Rasomuro 55 System, the door is made in 55 cm thick wood and comes with magnetic lockset, locking pins and anti-noise gasket. Available in wooden essences and metal with a palette of glossy or opaque lacquered colours.

AARON | PIO&TITOTOSO | LAPALMA

Featuring a metal core that divides into two to accommodate, on the one hand, a comfortable upholstered seat and, on the other, a swivel top, the stool is a useful support for meeting various needs for working, waiting, or conviviality. Available in two heights (H. 78 with a footrest or H. 60 without a footrest), Aaron offers a contemporary, compact and functional design, suitable for work enviroments, retail or the catering sector.

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WAFFLE | PIERO LISSONI | ANTRAX IT

Textured’ warmth, contemporary design and creativity for Waffle, the new, mesmerising radiator arising from the partnership between Antrax IT and Piero Lissoni. With Waffle, Antrax IT expresses a new conception of matter, of its functions and possible applications: matter gives warmth substance and shape, transforming it into wellbeing and comfort.

ARI | MARCO SPATTI, MARCO PIETRO RICCI | FABBIAN ILLUMINAZIONE

The pendant lamp reinterprets the chandelier according to a minimal and customizable aesthetics. Deprived of the stylistic features of the past, it is made of simple anodized aluminium tubular parts in different lengths and finishes (white, black or bronze). Depending on the configuration, Ari can vary in the number of elements (from 2 to 16) and its shape: the modules can be ordered according to a geometric pattern or with an irregular rhythm.

DELINEA | VUESSE | SCAVOLINI

Scavolini introduces the new DeLinea kitchen - design by Vuesse - a sophisticated offering boasting a strong scenic presence. The model is an emblem of the concept of lifestyle, and it stands out for its utmost sophistication where details make the difference. Harmonious and seductive silhouettes, trendy materials and a truly contemporary modularity with 80 cm high base units and a 7 cm plinth. The result is greater user-friendliness combined with powerful styling.

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ALINE | STUDIO VIGANĂ’ | NUBE

The modular sofa has a metal and multi-layered wooden base with braided elastic belts. Padding in shape-retaining polyurethane foam with differentiated density and daunen back cushions. The oven painted metal legs are available in silver, black, white, black nickel and auburn.

BRAC | NATHALIE DU PASQUIER | MUTINA

BRAC is a design element which is the natural evolution of BRIC, the artistic project specifically developed by Nathalie Du Pasquier for the MUT - Mutina For Art exhibition space. The artist has elaborated it as a module to be arranged vertically or horizontally, generating unexpected interplays of light and shadow within any environment. The BRAC collection has a range of 5 colours: clay, with a natural matte surface, white, sage, brown and black with a bright glazed finish.

FORZIERE ROSSO | AGRESTI

An armored jewelry chest in glossy red briar, with an internal safe in the same color. It comes with pull-out necklace bars and accessories in 24k gold-plated brass.

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DISCOVERY VERTICAL | ERNESTO GISMONDI | ARTEMIDE

Discovery is an unobtrusive, utterly absent and immaterial element. Its volume is only perceived when switched on, thanks to the light that outlines the central emitting surface. The result is a uniform light, ideal for working environments.

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CONTEMPORARY WALLPAPER COLLECTION 2020 | WALL&DECĂ’

The Contemporary Wallpaper Collection 2020 extends over three three different style interpretations, three photographers and three narrative cuts, which are inspired by fashion trends and enriched by innovative colours and a range of material textures. While Beyond Borders encloses its identity in a modern nomadic caravan, constantly moving from place to place, Materic Freedom freezes a multi-reality that comes from observation and unlimited variations. The story of a solar powered motorbike and the desert is told in Utopia, whose colour palette has been inspired by desert shades in combination with fluid and organic shapes.

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DESIGN INSPIRATIONS MYSA | BROSS

Of Nordic inspiration, the Mysa chairs come in two lounge versions, with high or low back. The structure in solid natural oak, stained or matt lacquered, supports the ergonomic shell, which is a three-dimensional extruded piece, curved, bent and reclined, and which is made more comfortable by a seat cushion.

BUREAURAMA | JERSZY SEYMOUR | MAGIS

A collection of tables, stools and bookcases, ideal for a dynamic workspace thanks to its flexible solutions. All the products are in welded and completely recyclable aluminium, and come with a spray-coated finish or in four lively colors. Black sprayed with white for the tables and bookcase, orange (fluo), yellow, blue, gray, black (sprayed with white) for the stools. The table and stools are flame-resistant and also suitable for outdoor use.

ELASTICA | DESIGN HABIT(S) MARTINELLI

Elastica enables you to play with light thanks to the LED strip that spreads light from one side while accenting space with color on the other. Available in red, yellow, gray, black or blue, the light can be turned on and off or dimmed by directly touching the strip of fabric.

To adapt to different heights, one extremity is attached to a ceiling support with a belt that regulates the length, while the other is fastened to the cylindrical mobile base, in metal coated in the same color, acting as a counterweight and keeping the proper tension.

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BUZZIJET STANDING | BUZZISPACE

The family has a new member. BuzziJet Standing is a simple and stylish sound-absorbing floor lamp, designed with flexible and open spaces in mind.

Wide in diameter, its aerodynamic design allows sound waves to bounce back-and-forth within its circular body, in turn reducing noise, while emitting warm dimmable light from above with its tall, elegantly curved frame. BuzziJet Standing is available in a wide range of fabrics, allowing to easily match it with the decor to create a harmoniously-designed space.

TRIEDRI | VENINI

Venini lights the underground atmosphere of the new bistrot Carlo & Camilla in Duomo. The light from the Venini lamps enlivens the dark settings and reveals its extraordinary architectural qualities, thanks to a spectacular custom-made chandelier, the wall lights, and the ceiling lights that reinterpret the Triedri design, created by the artistic glassworks between 1958 and 1960.

STRONG | EUGENI QUITLLET | DESALTO

Strong is that thin wall which separates the void from the image of poetry.... It’s curving, bending reality to create the dream. Strong is a new alphabet for writing new stories... Nothing more, nothing less.

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BUILT-IN WINE CELLAR SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE

Two widths, separate climate zones regulated for temperature and humidity, make it possible to conserve different wines in the same unit. The beech shelves help to eliminate odors and substances that could alter the properties of the wine. Thanks to the Knock Door technology, two knocks on the glass activate the internal lighting, making the labels visible. Without opening the door, and thus without impact on conservation and energy efficiency, it is possible to choose the wine best suited to the occasion and the moment.

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MIPIM PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON HOSPITALITY

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The 2020 edition focuses on investments and innovations in the hotel and hospitality sector, marking the passage from niche trend to key of interpretation of the evolution of the real estate industry ability, as well as security. Mipim 2020 focuses on the need to put humans at the center of businesses regarding construction and mobility, encouraging the development of open, connected and inclusive cities. A goal that

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The future is human. The tech revolution and the changes of cities and lifestyles shouldn’t lose sight of the needs of human beings, their natural striving for better quality of life, environmental and economic sustain-

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can be reached by passing through one of the leading sectors at this edition of the event: hospitality, which has a crossover impact and contaminates every segment of the real estate industry. The theme is very timely, as is borne out by the return of global funds to investment in hotels, marking the passage from a niche trend to a key indicator. The 2020 edition organized in Cannes from 2 to 5 June by Reed MIDEM provides about a dozen conferences and networking events, an exclusive summit and an entire display area of 1,000 square meters in Pavilion 3 precisely for this theme. Finally, hospitality will be a special category in the Mipim Awards. In recent years hotels and hospitality have been the protagonists of a phase of transformation, challenging certain traditional schemes. Hybrid solutions have reached the market that diversify the choices available to guests, wagering on art and design, communal spaces, food&drink, technology and affordability. “Space as service; this is one of the emerging trends,” says the director of Mipim Ronan Vaspart. “This is why the fair will examine the best ways to serve users of cities.” The various panel discussions, including the visionary contribution of Philippe Starck, will analyze how new hosting modes are favoring growth in the real estate sector.

Putting people and the environment at the center inevitably means paying attention to social and environmental issues. Mipim 2020 will respond to the global demand for sustainability, concentrating on new developments for the reduction of consumption and emissions in the real estate industry, and for inclusion, imagining cities that are open to diversity and sensitive to questions of gender. These themes will also be discussed by authorities and mayors of many important cities: over 550 will be on hand for the fair. In the meantime, the finalists of the Mipim Awards have already been selected: 45 projects in 19 countries, from which winners will be chosen in 11 categories.

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REYKJAVIK | LIVING LANDSCAPE | JAKOB + MACFARLANE ARCHITECTS

A mixed-use building with a minimal carbon footprint and a positive impact on its environment: it is Living Landscape, in Reykjavik, the project by the Paris architecture firm of Jakob + MacFarlane that won Reinventing Cities, the international competition launched by C40, a global network of metropolises resisting climate change. Living Landscape has been imagined as a sample of the local ecosystem: indigenous plants, local boulders, a topography imitating nearby wetlands, a rainwater management system inspired by phenomena observed with stratovolcanoes and the whole contributing to the creation of a rich focal point for the site, the city and the planet. The goal is a new urban extension of Reykjavik toward the east, with a living ecosystem-based landscape typology serving as a precedent for future developments. The structure will host diverse activities, like commercial space, restaurant, kindergarten, office, apartments, while the roof includes five shared greenhouses and can accommodate any sort of leisure, as fitness or tearoom, all linked by a circular path.

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YIWU, CHINA | YIWU GRAND THEATER | MAD ARCHITECTS

As a boat floating on the river: it is the poetic Yiwu Grand Theater designed by MAD Architects, under construction in Yiwu, China. Located on the south bank of the Dongyang River, the Yiwu Grand Theater encompasses a grand theater (1600 seats), medium theater (1200 seats), and international conference center (2000 person capacity). The structure is defined by a layering of glass sails that are reminiscent of the Chinese junks that once transported goods across the waters, while their subtle curves echo the Jiangnan-style eaves of the ancient vernacular architecture that is typical of the region. The transparent layers of glass look like thin, silky fabric, creating a dynamic rhythm that makes them appear as if they are blowing in the wind.

A green building: the semi-transparent glass curtain wall act as a shading system, but also optimize the use of natural light within the indoor public spaces, forming a solar greenhouse effect in the winter, while in the summer it serves as a ventilation system, enhancing airflow circulation in&out.

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DOHA | ORYX TOWER QATAR AIRWAYS BUILDING | STUDIO MATTEO NUNZIATI

A 30-storey luxury residential tower is rising in Doha, Qatar: it is The Oryx Tower, curated by the Italian Studio Matteo Nunziati as artistic director together with the local firm Arab Engineering Bureau (AEB), in order to design and coordinate the realization of all the interiors. The skyscraper – scheduled to be inaugurated next year - will be a residence apartment with 168 units from 150 to 200 square meters, and with common areas like lobby, concierge, restaurant, spa, swimming pool, game room and fitness area. The tower is owned by the airlines company Qatar Airways: the concepts of the lightness of air and flight are the fil rouge of the entrance lobby, with three decorative chandeliers suspended from the ceiling that look like clouds of light. The interiors are elegant and timeless, with a color palette concentrating on the delicate shades of beige – sometimes enlivened by touches of blue and amaranth red - and natural and precious materials like wood and calacatta and Carrara marble.

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BRUSSELS | KEY WEST | BPI REAL ESTATE, IMMOBEL | HENNING LARSEN ARCHITECTS, A2RC

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Beginning of 2021 BPI Real Estate and Immobel will kick off the transformation of the former industrial site next to the Brussels canal. Key West will be a mixed project where living, working and leisure time seamlessly connect with one another. More than 500 apartments of various sizes, offices, a day-care centre, retail premises with a supermarket, cafĂŠs and restaurants will contribute to the revitalization of the neighbourhood along the canal next to the Crickx Park and Kuregem. The international architects team of Henning Larsen Architects and A2RC have looked at sustainability for Key West in the broadest sense. In addition to the concerns about sustainable energy and efficient mobility, the entire neighbourhood will benefit from both a public esplanade alongside the water and a private garden for the residents of the complex. All patios are south-west facing and offer views over the canal while the roof of one of the buildings will be reserved for a 1.200 sqm city farm.

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SĂƒO PAULO | HERITAGE | PININFARINA | CYRELA

Heritage is the new project in progress of Cyrela Brazil Realty, based in Sao Paulo and listed on the BM&F Bovespa, and Pininfarina. On Via Leopoldo Couto Magalhaes Junior in the Itaim Bibi zone, the new work of architecture aims to become one of the leading icons of the city. The tower will have a height of 32 floors with 31 large, luminous apartments, one unit per floor, with large terraces and areas of 570 to 700 square metres. The complex offers private parking places, indoor and outdoor pools, a pool for kids, a playground, tennis courts, lounges, a bar, a ballroom with outdoor terrace, a cutting-edge gym and spa.

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LONDON | PADDINGTON SQUARE GREAT WESTERN DEVEOPMENTS, SELLAR | RENZO PIANO BUILDING WORKSHOP

Paddington Square by Renzo Piano Building Workshop will be the centrepiece of Paddington’s regeneration, scheduled by 2021 and developed by Great Western Developments Ltd and Sellar.

The project will reimagine the approach to Paddington Station, including a new concourse for the London Underground Bakerloo Line. The mixed-use scheme will offer 360,000 sq ft of office space across 14 light-filled floors, four tiers of curated retail with 78,000 sq ft of new retail space, 1.35 acres of comprehensive public realm improvements and West London’s highest rooftop dining experience with views across the city’s skyline.

The scheme will also bring about the pedestrianisation of London Street, enabling a direct pedestrian link between the mainline station and Paddington Square, which, together with the new Bakerloo line entrances, will eradicate the rush hour traffic that has beset the area for years.

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Overview

New hotels: investment growth in the USA and Middle East

T top hotel Marriott International HOTEL: 6,700 ROOMS: 1,190,604 ONGOING HOTEL PROJECTS: 2,590 PROJECTS IN TOP COUNTRIES

he projects for new hotels in the United States are multiplying, reinforcing the central role of that market. Growth can also be seen in the Middle East, while in Africa investment fails to take off.

With 1784 projects, of which 627 slated for completion before the end of 2020, the United States continue to play a leading role in the sector of construction of new hotels. The most attractive city for investment remains New York, with 77 projects, followed by Los Angeles (51) and Atlanta (46). In the top ten cities, Washington with 26 and Austin with 22 projects enter the ranks this year. While in Las Vegas what will be the biggest hotel in America is being built by Kuhn and Sons, with 6583 rooms. The construction of new hotels in the Middle East, after a slump in 2019, resumes its rise thanks to 746 projects, of which 260 will be completed this year. The leadership of the United Arab Emirates is confirmed, with 277 projects, well ahead of Saudi Arabia, also on an uptrend with 189. Next in the ranks, with a slight decline, is Turkey with 67 units. The most impressive project is that of Prohaska, Kautzer and Leuschke in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, with 9760 rooms. Africa takes a step back in terms of investment in new hotels, with 314 projects in progress, with respect to 326 reported in August 2019. There are 91 openings in 2020. The three top countries in the rankings have fewer worksites at the moment: Egypt has 56, Morocco 36, Nigeria 28. Morocco will have the largest hotel: the Marina Resort of Chbika, with 2500 rooms.

USA: 1,065 - CHINA: 397 - INDIA: 877 GERMANIA: 69 - MESSICO: 56

Hilton Worldwide HOTEL: 5,600 ROOMS: 900,000 ONGOING HOTEL PROJECTS: 1,912 PROJECTS IN TOP COUNTRIES USA: 913 - CHINA: 196 - UK: 84 RUSSIA: 52 - TURKEY: 44

InterContinental Hotels Group HOTEL: 5,656 ROOMS: 842,759 ONGOING HOTEL PROJECTS: 1,101 PROJECTS IN TOP COUNTRIES USA: 289 - CHINA: 171 - GERMANY: 84 UK: 70 - AUSTRALIA: 37

AccorHotels HOTEL: 4,800 ROOMS: 704,000 ONGOING HOTEL PROJECTS: 1,083 PROJECTS IN TOP COUNTRIES CHINA: 155 - GERMANY: 71 - RUSSIA: 59 AUSTRALIA: 55 - SAUDI ARABIA: 53

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PROJECTS IN TOP COUNTRIES USA: 244 - CHINA: 131 - INDIA: 32

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VISION 66 PRE-PLANNING 257 PLANNING 565 UNDER CONSTRUCTION 609 PRE-OPENING 175 OPENED 112

VISION 1 PRE-PLANNING 28 PLANNING 86 UNDER CONSTRUCTION 158 PRE-OPENING 30 OPENED 11

VISION 6 PRE-PLANNING 61 PLANNING 155 UNDER CONSTRUCTION 419 PRE-OPENING 78 OPENED 27

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2020 91

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NEW YORK 77 LOS ANGELES 51 ATLANTA 46 NASHVILLE 39 MIAMI 37 ORLANDO 30 WASHINGTON 26 CHICAGO 23 CHARLOTTE 22 AUSTIN 22

EGYPT 56 MOROCCO 36 NIGERIA 28 ETHIOPIA 25 KENYA 21 SOUTH AFRICA 18 ALGERIA 15 CAPE VERDE 12 COTE D’IVOIRE 10 TUNISIA 9

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 277 SAUDI ARABIA 189 TURKEY 67 QATAR 53 OMAN 36 GEORGIA 23 ISRAEL 23 IRAQ 15 KUWAIT 15 BAHRAIN 14

TOP PROJECTS USA Kuhn and sons in Las Vegas

CANADA: 23 - MESSICO: 14

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation HOTEL: 868 ROOMS: 162,163 ONGOING HOTEL PROJECTS: 668

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Phase: Under Construction 4 star - 6,583 rooms

AFRICA Marina Resort Chbika in Tan-Tan Beach, Chbika, Morocco Phase: Planning 4 star - 2,500 rooms

MIDDLE EAST Prohaska, Kautzer and Leuschke in Makkah, Saudi Arabia Phase: Under Construction 5 star - 9,760 rooms

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