PROJECTS & HOSPITALITY
Owner: R Collection Hotels Hotel operator: Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & SPA Architecture and Interior design: Studio Pè Architettura & Design Furnishings and glass walls: AGC, Flexform, Medea, Resstende, Schüco, Starpool, Talenti, Thema Lighting: Flos, Linea Light Group Wallpaper: Wall&decò Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Marcello Mariana, courtesy Theatro, R Collection Hotels
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late 19th-century structure. The expansion was designed respectfully by the architect Franco Pè and his studio, which managed to preserve the atmosphere of the ancient manor house, a building full of memories of the Belle Époque and the aristocratic families who came there. History and tradition meet modernity through a project that enhanced historical elements by inserting into it elegant contemporary design. The historic villa maintained its allure with its high ceilings, stained glass windows, stuccoes, original plaster decorations, and chandeliers, returned to glory. On the upper floors, the walls were conserved with openings to the outside, and elegant details such as mirrors, fireplaces, and the large stained glass windows on the stairwells. The new building holds 47 rooms, furnished by Medea, along with common areas featuring Flexform furnishings. The façade of the historic hotel is evoked through the use of concrete, wood, and iron, creatively mixed with modern style. Glass is the key player, with AGC elements, about 50 meters of transparent paths, including connection tunnels and large external windows so guests can enjoy the magnificent view throughout. And the transparent walkway about 30 meters long
Menaggio, Italy
Owner: R Collection Hotels Hotel operator: Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & SPA Architecture & Interior design: Studio Pè Architettura & Design Furnishings: Flos, Linea Light Group, Starpool, Talenti Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Marcello Mariana, Courtesy of Theatro & R Collection Hotels
