A NEW DESIGN DIRECTION
Interior Designers at the Forefront of
MEET WORLD’S BEST PROPERTY
Eywa is a game-changer in the real estate market. It’s more than a building – it’s a living breathing ecosystem designed to enhance every precious moment of life – ancient knowledge combined with the most advanced modern technologies to ensure well-being, health and longevity. For those who yearn for positivity, seek originality, and crave a deep connection to nature, Eywa elevates luxury to an unprecedented level – Wild Luxury. Simply put, a life that is head and shoulders above the rest.
With only 48 exclusive 2 to 5-bedroom waterfront residences with sizes ranging from 3,064 to 16,256 sq ft, nestled on the banks of the Dubai Water Canal in Business Bay, Eywa enjoys a prime location in close proximity to the city’s finest restaurants, shopping centres and attractions and offers a combination of magnificent views of the water and Downtown Dubai with the Burj Khalifa. A home where well-being is truly the essence of living.
Each residence is a light-filled spacious haven, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing breath-taking cityscapes. Seamlessly blending contemporary design with stunning natural elements, each unit features greenery, a private pool and waterfall , and unique stone slabs, fostering a deep connection to nature. A cut above the rest – the Sky Collection units are located on Eywa’s higher floors, levels 14-17. The super-spacious units feature nest-like balconies, suspended on the façade of the building facing the canal. For the select few.
WELCOME
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the first edition of IP&T+ magazine! Throughout the conception and planning process of this edition, I kept being struck by the deeply personal nature of design – from our homes, to our workplaces, to the buildings that make up our cities. Design impacts every part of our lives, and our environment affects how we feel and how we live our lives.
In this edition, we exhibit multiple Award-winning properties from across the globe, from Mexico to Singapore to Australia, and explore the innovative ways they use design to make an impact. The staggering Century Spire is a new edition to the Philippine skyline, while R.Evolution’s Bac de Roda challenges the boundaries between workplaces and the natural world. Projects like these demonstrate the impact that design has not only on our productivity, but on our physical and mental wellbeing as well. Our Industry News section uncovers the latest advancements in the property and design world, presenting trend predictions for the following year as well as up and coming developments to keep an eye out for.
While researching for our Interiors & Lifestyle section, it became apparent that people are choosing to invest in statement pieces for their homes and are regularly focused on quality. With this in mind, we have highlighted products that are testament to the unique designs that underscore residential living.
Finally, we turn to the USA to showcase the projects of several cutting-edge architects and interior designers, discovering how their styles are driving the trends in home and commercial design and observing a resurgence in bold colour and striking patterns that embody the creative personalities they represent.
Please enjoy perusing through this shiny new edition and, as you read, I hope you’ll come to agree with me that design really does have the potential to change lives.
Eleanor Le Maistre Smith eleanor@ipropertymedia.com
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developments from the property industry around the world
Predictions for the upcoming year from property professionals
Projects from around the world that have achieved Award recognition
Discover the architects pushing the boundaries of traditional architecture
The designers at the forefront of American style
Uncover some of the USA’s most iconic hotels for your next visit to the Land of Opportunity
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English EXCELLENCE
Multi-award winners Cranberryhome credit their success to a skillful blend of tradition and modernity.
Following their launch in 2014, English interior design firm Cranberryhome have made a name for themselves in the UK property sector for their attractive, functional projects that are designed bespoke for each client.
Headed by design director and founder Hugo Fleming, Cranberryhome has been on a consistent path of organic growth since their inception. In 2018 they formed a partnership with estate agencies Fine & Country and Taylor Walsh to act as their styling and staging agency. They have received award recognition from BUILD Real Estate & Property Awards, the Best of Houzz awards, Global Business Insight awards, the Prestige awards and most recently for the second year running, the International Property Awards. The root of their success is credited to their philosophy of providing cost-effective design that incorporates modern ideas and concepts but with a traditional heritage.
The range of projects undertaken by Cranberryhome range from custom kitchens and unique bathrooms, to hallways and children’s playrooms. Particularly over recent years, Cranberryhome have become increasingly known for more bespoke projects such as furniture, walk-in wardrobes, bar design, spa bathrooms and unique kitchens. They have great relationships with
high end suppliers such as Porta Romana, Designers Guild, Visual Comfort and Little Greene among others and frequently enlist local bespoke furniture makers and specialist finishing contractors for plastering techniques, flooring and lighting options.
Through the success they’ve generated from their outstanding design projects and their many award wins, Cranberryhome have managed to extend their clientele beyond the British Isles, attracting overseas clients and facilitating their design dreams for their properties in South East England. To date, they have assisted clients from as far as Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Canada and South Africa.
Following a large expansion of operations in 2023, the future looks bright for Cranberryhome, and they plan to keep scaling as the demand for their superb services continues to grow.
Cranberryhome www.cranberryhome.co.uk
ON TOP OF THE WORLD
Sydney’s record-breaking opulent residential development by Top Spring Australia, Ode in Double Bay, has received award recognition by the prestigious International Property Awards in London.
Top Spring, a distinguished property group renowned for its commitment to excellence in premium residential developments enlisted acclaimed architect Luigi Rosselli to create Ode, which will stand as a six-story architectural marvel of European refinement, curves and asymmetry on a prominent corner site with dazzling views of Sydney harbour and the luxury village lifestyle the precinct is known for. Having also enlisted Alwill Interiors, the exquisite boutique residences within Ode have been meticulously designed to allow residents to personalise each inch of their spaces, offering a living experience that is genuinely unique, artistic and unlike anything else on the marketplace.
Top Spring Australia Director, Henry Wong, declared that, “Top Spring Australia is honoured to be recognised amongst the most illustrious property developers. The International Property Awards are a mark of excellence and puts Ode firmly on the world’s stage.”
Purchasers have since flocked to Ode, shattering sales records for the historic harbour-side enclave of Double Bay with a penthouse selling off-plan for AUD$24.9M (USD$16.25M).
OMAR EL HAMAMSY
Group Chief Executive Officer Orascom Development Holding www.orascomdh.com
RISE OF FIT TRAVELLERS:
Orascom have predicted there will be a rise of Free Independent Travellers who will be seeking creative, experiential itineraries. For this trend, Orascom Development have curated destinations that resonate with the preferences of discerning travellers seeking personalised adventures.
DIGITAL NOMADS UNITING:
Buyers are looking for more home space, and room layouts that allow for multiple screens and connectivity. Digital nomads, who may only need to be in the office once a week or less, are typically choosing more quaint areas in breathtaking environments over dense downtowns. Focused on offering worklife balance, Orascom Development’s destinations feature state-of-the-art work spaces and products with home offices.
Top Spring Australia www.topspring.com.au
WHAT’S
ON THE CARDS FOR 2024
Leading international developer Orascom Development Holding have revealed their predictions for the real estate and hospitality trends in 2024 and beyond.
Initially launched over 30 years ago, Orascom Development has grown into an international powerhouse for world-class destination development and integrated towns with thriving communities across Europe, the Middle East and Egypt. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, Orascom Development’s top line, bottom line and real estate sales were the most robust in more than a decade, closing the FY22 year with a net profit of USD$56.9m. At the helm of Orascom Development’s transformation is Omar El Hamamsy, who joined the business as Group CEO in late 2020.
NATURE-CENTRIC LIVING:
Homebuyers are increasingly drawn to properties that seamlessly integrate with natural surroundings. Having identified this trend, Orascom Development have expressed their commitment to creating residential spaces that harmonise with the environment.
COMMUNITY CONNECTION:
There is a growing demand for authentic communities with ample facilities and amenities that foster genuine human connections. Each of Orascom Development’s towns are designed with this in mind, filled with natural meeting points – from clubhouses to commercial areas to parks and sports centres – where people can gather and connect, build friendships and develop both professional and personal networks.
MagicMALDIVES in the
Atoll Estates to launch Zamani Islands: the Maldives’ first truly integrated resort, with private estates and mansions for residential purchase.
Atoll Estates has announced the development of Zamani Islands, a lifestyle destination in the Maldives’ South Malé Atoll, including the country’s first superyacht marina and yacht club. Launching its first phase in Spring 2026, this ground-breaking destination will redefine luxury and sustainability in the real estate and hospitality sphere.
Extending to 5km in a natural lagoon and located only 21 nautical miles from the main international airport, Zamani Islands will make up three resorts spread across eight islands, designed in partnership with resort master planner Killa Design. Zamani Islands aims to be the first resort in the Maldives powered completely by clean, renewable energy.
Atoll Estates founders Amit Majumder and Dmitry Bourtov have stated that “it was our intention from the outset to conceive a resort with sustainability truly at its heart that will do good for both people and place. Zamani Islands will set new standards for a lifestyle destination both within the Maldives and globally. We are redefining what is possible in the Maldives whilst respecting the unique natural environment of the setting: creating a harmony between nature and luxury.”
The first phase will launch a collection of private estates and mansions, with 14 available for residential purchase off-plan. Developed with the utmost attention to detail, the private beach front residences offer between four to eight bedrooms,
multiple private pools across different levels, a screening room, personal spa and wellness area as well as dedicated fitness and game spaces. There will be a personal butler service and included with each residence is a private berth within the Maldives’ inaugural superyacht marina with fullservice facilities.
Additionally, owners of Zamani Islands will receive unrestricted access to the resorts, including three spas – one of which will be the first medical spa in the Maldives. The delights don’t finish there, as Zamani Islands will offer an exceptional gastronomic experience across 28 venues, the crown jewel of which will be the Maldives’ largest underwater restaurant.
LAUFEN 1892 | SWITZERLAND
A TOWERING ACHIEVEMENT
Century Spire, a remarkable mixed-use tower situated in the Philippines, stands as a towering marvel over Makati City.
This architectural gem is the outcome of an unprecedented collaboration between Daniel Libeskind, renowned for his master planning of New York’s Ground Zero restoration; Armani/Casa, the home furnishings division of Giorgio Armani’s fashion empire; and Century Properties, a distinguished Philippine real estate developer. Serving as a testament to Century Properties’ reputation for pioneering residential concepts, Century Spire is a landmark creation.
This iconic tower marks the debut of both Libeskind and Armani/Casa in the Philippines, aspiring to elevate the country’s stature in global real estate design. With its bold and visually captivating
features, Century Spire sets new standards for opulent accommodations within the Philippines.
Strategically positioned at the heart of Century City, amidst a diverse array of residential, office, and commercial establishments, Century Spire stands as the focal point of the development. Ascending gracefully, its glass-clad high-rise silhouette culminates in climactic interlocking formations at its zenith. The tower’s pinnacle features a tilted glass-clad structure, expanding floor space to accommodate spacious, light-filled penthouses offering stunning views of the city and Manila Bay.
The slender profile of the tower’s base maximises public space to the east, creating a lush, landscaped
public plaza. With its luxurious amenities and groundbreaking design, Century Spire represents a monumental achievement and a symbol of the burgeoning real estate market in the Philippines.
CENTURY PROPERTIES GROUP, INC.
Century Diamond Tower, Century City, Kalayaan St Poblacion, Makati Philippines t. +632 779 35500
e. ask@century-properties.com www.centuryspire.com
AT ONE WITH NATURE
R.EVOLUTION PRESENTS BAC DE RODA, A UNIQUE WORKSPACE DESIGNED TO CHALLENGE THE BOUNDARIES BETWEEN BUSINESS AND BOTANY.
Bac de Roda, a remarkable 17,700 square metre office complex in Barcelona’s post-Covid 22@ North district, redefines the modern workspace. Comprising two interconnected towers and a third-floor terrace, its design seamlessly merges Catalonian cultural motifs with 21st century architecture, setting new global standards for office facilities.
Strategically situated in the innovative, green, and community-focused 22@ North area, Bac de Roca offers convenient access via various transportation modes, from public transport to cars to bicycles. Architecturally striking, it features a sustainable waterfall reminiscent of Catalonia’s Salt de Sallent and hosts a lush ‘forest’ of 285 plants, creating a serene environment throughout the building.
Flexible open spaces with ample natural light overlook the vertical forest, catering to various workstyles and activities, from traditional offices to collaborative meetings and leisure pursuits. Shared areas like the forested terrace are designed specifically to foster collaboration and relaxation, with the aim of enhancing the overall workspace experience. Built on the principles of wellness and sustainability, Bac de Roda incorporates lighting systems that mimic natural seasons, promoting psychological and physiological harmony. Its amenities include two rooftop terraces, bars, lounges, a canteen, and serene spots for yoga and meditation, blending work with nature.
Bac de Roda offers a unique and inspiring workspace in Barcelona’s Triangle of the Future.
With its adaptable design, evidence-based foundations, and stunning features, it caters to companies prioritising wellness, innovation, and sustainability.
R.EVOLUTION DEVELOPMENT
Carrer del Peru, 178-184. Barcelona, Spain
t. +(346) 37213062
e. es@rvlcgroup.com www.rvlc.lv
VISION ofNATURE
A fusion of natural beauty, elegance, and modernity, set in the picturesque Valle de Bravo.
Created and skilfully executed by Gerbilsky Wainberg architects, Ruta del Lago, an apartment spanning 12,000 sq. ft. is testament to the clients’ wishes and the architect’s vision.
The four-tiered architecture, replete with marble-like façade, flawlessly integrates public and private spaces and allows for breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Not only does Ruta del Lago display an open and harmonious design, it also basks in natural light. The layout seamlessly flows from the cosy fireplaceadorned living room to the interior kitchen, then onto a spacious dining area capable of hosting ten guests. An expansive terrace extends the living space outdoors and features an outdoor kitchen, a comfortable lounge area and a daringly positioned Jacuzzi overlooking the edge. A circular stairwell, adorned with branch-like luminaries crafted from brass adds an artist flair to the space. The inclusion of a guest house and clubhouse, facilitating easy access to the lake, generates even greater allure.
Equally well planned by Gerbilsky Wainberg are the private areas of Ruta del Lago. The apartment has four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and balcony offering views of the lake. The lower levels boast a high-tech multimedia room, a pool bar, and a wine cellar. Exemplifying the possibilities of luxury living coexisting with nature, this project was executed with sustainability as a primary focus, its environmentally friendly construction garnering approval from local authorities.
GERBILSKY WAINBERG ARQUITECTOS
Blvd. Palmas Hills 1, (Edicificio Wework) Piso 11, Oficina 101, Valle De Las Palmas, 52763, Ciudad De México, México. t. +632 779 35500 | e. info@gerbilsky-wainberg.com www.gerbilsky-wainberg.com
NOMINEE BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE AMERICAS Ruta del Lago by GERBILSKY WAINBERG ARQUITECTOS
BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Ruta del Lago by GERBILSKY WAINBERG ARQUITECTOS Award Winner RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR APARTMENT MEXICO RUBEN DARIO 225 by GERBILSKY WAINBERG ARQUITECTOS
THE BESPOKE
AWARD-WINNING DEVELOPERS DESARROLLOS SEMPITERNO PRESENT THE BESPOKE, AN EXCLUSIVE BEACHFRONT REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT IN TULUM, MEXICO.
Spread over 3,824 square metres, The Bespoke holds a prime location at the entrance to Tankah Bay, with 50 metres of direct beachfront access.
The integration of exclusive, personalised service, such as the kind commonly found in boutique hotels, was made necessary by the development’s proximity to the Tulum archaeological zone, at just 9km away. Muro Rojo Arquitectura, renowned for their work in the Riviera Maya, boutique hotels and high-end residential architecture, were brought on board for this task.
From the outset, this project was envisioned to be completely ‘tailor-made,’ offering 22 unique housing units, ranging from one to two levels and spanning 100 to 400 square metres. The development also includes exclusive highend amenities such as a beach club, bar, spa with a Nordic circuit and a fully equipped gym.
Seamlessly integrating the surrounding natural beauty of the Caribbean Sea, tropical jungle and mangroves into its architecture, The Bespoke itself becomes a work of art. For its design, inspiration was drawn from the Mayan worldview
and it ultimately symbolises the Mayan cosmology of the universe and the emergence of the earth from the sea. The ceiba trees, positioned to represent the pillars supporting each direction, integrate the development with the starry sky.
The project offers new dimensions of luxury and exclusivity unique to Tulum, illustrating meticulous craftsmanship and a commitment to quality. A redefinition of luxury living in Tulum, The Bespoke Villas extend a harmonious blend of architecture, nature, and culture that will undoubtably leave a lasting impression.
DESARROLLOS SEMPITERNO
Manuel Gonzalez 427, Sur San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, CP 66230 t. +52 81 8031 2404 | e. rosa@puntatankah.com www.thebespoke.com
NOMINEE BEST ARCHITECTURE MULTIPLE RESIDENCE AMERICAS The Bespoke by Desarrollos Sempiterno S.A. DE C.V.
BEST ARCHITECTURE MULTIPLE RESIDENCE MEXICO The Bespoke by Desarrollos Sempiterno S.A. DE C.V. Award Winner RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT 20+ UNITS MEXICO The Bespoke by Desarrollos Sempiterno S.A. DE C.V. Award Winner MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT MEXICO The Bespoke by Desarrollos Sempiterno S.A. DE C.V.
PARAMOUNT on PARKES
A new development on the Parramatta River offers an unparalleled living experience for its residents.
Paramount on Parkes, an architectural masterpiece, stands proudly at 14-20 Parkes Street, Harris Park in Sydney, Australia.
Nestled within Parramatta CBD, Sydney’s second Central Business District, this towering structure spans 46 storeys, representing a marvel of contemporary construction. Seamlessly integrating various components, including six basement levels, 331 luxurious apartments, inviting ground floor retail spaces, and a rare 3,356 square meters of skyhigh commercial suites situated on levels 40 to 45, Paramount on Parkes is a remarkable feat of design.
Notably, it holds the distinction of being the first tower in the Parramatta Local Government Area approved for commercial usage at its summit. The commercial segment of Paramount on Parkes
offers options ranging from entire floors to smaller boutique tenancies, with the uppermost floors housing premium commercial offices boasting breathtaking vistas.
For residents, Paramount on Parkes promises an unparalleled living experience. The podium level features a captivating swimming pool, perfect for warm summer days. Every facet of this development has been meticulously crafted to cater to the desires and needs of its inhabitants.
Inspired by the graceful curvature of the Parramatta River, Paramount on Parkes’ design echoes the fluidity of nature, with flowing forms and curved balconies evoking a sense of perpetual motion. The façade of the building achieves an interplay of textures, with fluted precast concrete panels
embellishing the western side, while the eastern side gleams with floor-to-ceiling windows in a glass façade. This contrast between smoothness and roughness creates a captivating visual dynamic which leaves behind an enduring impression.
ALAND
8 Gould Street, Strathfield South NSW 2136
t. 0439 273 636
e. media@aland.com.au www.aland.com.au
Dream AMERICAN the
In this special feature, we journey across the United States of America discovering the projects of some of the country’s most talented architects and designers currently working.
The influence of traditional American style architecture is apparent in works by studios such as Haver & Skolnick and Barker Architecture Studio, both of whom draw on classic American and European elements to seamlessly merge their projects into the surrounding environment, all whilst updating their buildings for the modern era.
This drive for the future is similarly echoed by architects Phil Kean Design Group and Studio Gang, whose designs seek to challenge pre-existing ideas of public architecture.
Designers such as Onyx & Oak Interior Design, En Masse Architecture & Design and Studio Sven report seeing a re-emergence of colour, patterns and the desire for statement pieces. Lauren Svenstrup of Studio Sven comments that, “We have always embraced the bold, and have never shied away from the moodier hues. It is refreshing to see the masses embrace this design direction again.”
Indeed, a new design direction that places personality as the central focus seems to be the future, as embodied by R/terior Studio, which uses loud colours and charming designs to reflect thier
clients’ sense of self. Likewise, Jessica Helgerson Interior Design and Brad Ramsey Interiors choose to fully embrace their clients’ lifestyles, often re-designing floor layouts to optimise the usable space.
These architects and designers from all across the United States are driving the trends in residential and commercial design, pushing boundaries and re-shaping the future of property design in the Land of Opportunity. Read on to discover more…
Image credits: Photographer – Gieves Anderson and Stylist – Philippa Brathewaite
BERGEN STREET BROWNSTONE
Curves, stone and a rich colour palette were the primary ingredients used to utterly transform this New York home.
ALEXANDRA BARKER
Principal, Leed AP
BAAO Barker
Architecture Office www.baaostudio.com
In a historic Brooklyn townhouse, Alexandra Barker of BAAO Barker Architecture Office used deep colours and sculptural elements to define and maximise spaces, designing a home that met the needs of a social family of three.
Barker Architecture Office was inspired by the muted neutral colours found in stone for the additional colour palette, and chose to bring in soft curves wherever possible, which acted as a counterpoint to the traditional boxiness of brownstone buildings.
The details start from the front door, where a custom asymmetrical mirror echoes the arched door of the entryway, which is cloaked in a rich green paint from Farrow
& Ball. The curved transitions and textural details continue throughout the property from the front to the back. The soft curving furniture chosen by BAAO reflect the harder textural curves created by the marble, wood and plaster, building a unique, whimsical yet practical structure to the property.
Framing the view toward the kitchen and rear steel window wall is a deep fluted plaster arch with a bar area lit by vintage French smoked glass sconces. Soft mushroom shades were chosen for the kitchen, contrasting gently with the custom Calacatta vagli viola marble countertops and the pale oak dining table by Maiden Home.
The atmospheric media room, painted a rich aubergine, is flanked by a marbled bar area lit by Volker Haug sconces.
The primary suite is painted a gentle lavender grey and features stained oak elements. Continuing the same colour scheme, the primary bathroom uses a mixture of soft lavender walls and a green onyx and rosa aurora macchia vecchia shower to produce a calming oasis. The freestanding bathtub is positioned to look out over the garden, and the stained oak vanity is covered with gleaming onyx.
INSPIRED BY THE NATURAL WORLD
STUDIO GANG USED THE SCIENCE OF THE NATURAL WORLD, INCLUDING BEEHIVES AND GEOLOGICAL FORMATIONS TO PUSH BOUNDARIES AND EXPLORE WHAT A PUBLIC BUILDING COULD REALLY BE.
he latest addition to New York’s historic American Museum of Natural History, the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation, completed in 2023, was intended to amplify the Museum’s intellectual impact and encourage scientific enthusiasm for the natural world. To do this, Chicago-based architects Studio Gang designed the building from the inside-out, looking to the natural world for inspiration.
Internally, the building appears to have been shaped by the flow of wind and water, creating an intriguing landscape to greet visitors. The atrium is open to daylight, allowing views through the building into different spaces. Jeanne Gang states, “the architecture taps into the desire for exploration and discovery that is so emblematic of science and also such a big part of being human. When you step into the Gilder Center, you immediately feel
a sense of wonder. You can glimpse the different exhibits and see how to move between them. The building invites you on a journey toward deeper understanding, sparking your curiosity and helping you find the amazing organisms and knowledge inside.”
The building’s walls were created by spraying structural concrete directly onto custom-bent rebar cages. By doing this, the interior achieves a visual look that is seamless and spatially continuous. Milford Pink Granite, the same stone used for the Museum’s entrance on Central Park West, clads the outside of the building, projecting a sense of continuity and cohesion. The building also greatly improves visitor experience and functionality, adding new accessible entrances and creating over thirty connections between ten different buildings, generating paths that form continuous loops.
www.studiogang.com
JEANNE GANG Founding Partner Studio Gang
Nantong Golden Eagle World Nantong, China
WHEN OPPOSITES ATTRACT
A modern marvel by the Harbor and a Disney-Inspired ‘Castle’ in Orlando bring a new lease of life to Floridian homes.
Diverging from their established aesthetics, architect Phil Kean introduces two Florida neighbourhoods to a new style of home.
One mid-century modern-inspired house stands out in its traditional Floridian coastal neighbourhood. Its elegant composition of solid and transparent planes and seamlessly blended interior and exterior living spaces take full advantage of the home’s location by the Snell Island Harbour in St. Petersburg, Florida. As the 4,304-square-foot home’s design required an elevation of five feet from the ground to meet local codes, access to the home’s entrance was creatively arranged as a series of steps leading to a serene courtyard with a reflecting pool. As one approaches the front door, the glass entrance offers captivating views of the water, effortlessly blending the home’s modern lines with the scenic natural environment.
Upon stepping inside, panoramic waterfront vistas come into view. Expansive sliding glass doors blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors, effortlessly integrating the spacious lanai and pool deck with the great room, doubling entertainment space. For moments of tranquillity, the primary bedroom’s adjoining sitting area opens onto the lanai, where a whirlpool and fireplace beckon, offering a serene waterfront retreat. Here, amidst the gentle lull of the waves, residents can unwind and immerse themselves in the captivating allure of coastal living.
Another home, nestled within the Four Seasons Private Residences neighbourhood of the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, charms
The mid-century modern home © Bos Images
PHIL KEAN CEO / AIA, CRC, NCIDQ, CGP Phil Kean Designs www.philkeandesigns.com
its residents and community with its blend of island and resort casual. Inspired by the magic of Disney, architect Phil Kean, created this whimsical island-style “Castle” influenced by Spanish, Bermudian, and Alys Beach architecture.
Designed for a pie-shaped lot, the 7,367-square-foot courtyard vacation home wraps around a triangular-shaped pool to create privacy. This layout allows for pool views from almost every room, including the home’s rooftop terrace where the homeowners can enjoy Disney World’s nightly fireworks. Kean recalls, “When planning this home, the gazebo floating over the pool and the ‘fireworks viewing’ terrace were my favourite spaces. I began referring to this residence as ‘The Pearl’ when the giant glass sphere fountain by artist Allison Armour was installed at the entrance.”
I BEGAN REFERRING TO THIS RESIDENCE AS ‘THE PEARL’ WHEN THE GIANT GLASS SPHERE FOUNTAIN BY ARTIST ALLISON ARMOUR WAS INSTALLED AT THE ENTRANCE
The homeowners adore the Alys Beach-inspired design and are delighted their home is the only home in the community with a coastal design. They also enjoy the relaxed luxury interior design, provided by Phil’s interior design team, which provides comfortable living for the homeowners and their guests.
“We think it’s quite magical, especially the triangular-shaped pool with the cabana and the outdoor living room,” says the homeowner. “The home’s design gives us a feeling of being on vacation every day. We are thrilled to call this extraordinary place our home away from home.”
“The Pearl” © Uneek Image
STEWART R. SKOLNICK & CHARLES M. HAVER Founders Haver & Skolnick Architects www.haverskolnickarchitects.com
A MODERN
Classic
THIS TRANQUIL RETREAT IN THE CONNECTICUT HILLSIDE WAS DESIGNED FOR ITS GUESTS TO MAKE LIFE-LONG MEMORIES.
This charming swimming pool, pool house and surrounding gardens, designed by Haver & Skolnick Architects, is located on a scenic 70-acre farm in Washington, Connecticut.
Serving as a weekend retreat for a New York couple and their four children, the project is designed to emphasise social experiences whilst retaining the tranquillity of the property’s amazing views.
Inspired by the surrounding historic barns of the area, the project brings a modern touch to the classic New England ‘salt box’ design. The building is designed to blur the lines between interior and exterior, with fully retractable glass panels facing the pool and the bluestone terrace paving extending into the building. The rear of the building features a copper-clad dormer topped by a series of chimney pots, effectively concealing the building’s mechanical vents and flues.
The pool house interior has symmetric features that emphasise a porch-like lounge with seating cosily clustered around a fireplace. The simple, elegant materials of bleached pine boards and natural-cleft New York bluestone flooring are contrasted by playful light fixtures and lively fabrics.
The calming palette of blue and white complements the swimming pool to create a spa-like atmosphere. Accenting the soft tones is the rustic bronze hardware
and the jute and wool carpet in the lounge. A doublesided central fireplace allows the building to be used even into the cooler months.
The pool and terrace reflect the elegant, clean geometry of the pool house, while the surrounding planting beds create a lively contrast, providing privacy in the form of tall grasses and inspiring a resort-like atmosphere.
PROJECT CREDITS
Architecture & Interior Design: Haver & Skolnick Architects www.haverskolnickarchitects.com
Landscape Design: Haver & Skolnick Architects in association with Wesley Stout Associates www.wesleystout.com
General Contractor: Churchill Building Company www.churchillbuildingcompany.com
A SERENE SANCTUARY
Calming neutral colours and treasured family keepsakes create the soul of this inviting family home.
This 5,157 square-foot new build was built for a Nashville-based music manager with a growing family of grandchildren. Having a previous home in Alys Beach, the family outgrew it and wanted something to better fit the needs of their expanding family.
The home features four bedrooms, four and a half baths, a plunge pool perfect for indoor-outdoor living, two garages, a covered porch and a second-level pergola.
Brad, of Brad Ramsey Interiors, stuck with a neutral colour palette of soft whites and clean, modern lines, taking cues from nature while blending existing items of the family’s African tribal collection; one-of-a-kind collectables from family vacations. The living room features a shellstone fireplace, white coffered ceilings, a
custom carved Saladino furniture, round wooden table by Four Hands, and additional Palecek seating. To create a sense of warmth, Brad used textural Mark Alexander wallpaper in the powder bathroom. The room also features a floating Calacatta marble vanity. In the kitchen, the cabinetry and ceiling planks were whitewashed to give the room a clean and warm vibe, pairing beautifully with the warm oak accents of the island base and kitchen door.
Upstairs, the second-story stairwell features a striking black iron and alabaster pendent by Ralph Lauren, which pairs graciously with the natural oak stair rails.
Finally, designed as a retreat for the owners, the primary bedroom employs a neutral colour palette to create a calming oasis.
BRAD RAMSEY Interior Designer Brad Ramsey Interiors
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A NEW WAY OF LIVING IN BRAZIL
Located in Xangri-lá, on the northern coast of Rio Grande do Sul. 30 hectares for only 221 lakeside lots. Experience privacy, exclusivity and luxury.
CO LO U R in COLORADO
EVEN IN THE FACE OF POTENTIAL DISASTER, ONYX & OAK INTERIORS FOUND THE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD ON WHAT THEY HAD ALREADY ACCOMPLISHED FOR A RESULT EVEN BETTER THAN BEFORE.
FELICIA BUSHMAN & KRISTIN LOSEY
Co-Founders & Principal Interior Designers
Onyx & Oak Interiors
www.onyxandoakinteriordesign.com
alifornia-based interior designers Kristin Losey and Felicia Bushman of Onyx & Oak Interiors had their work cut for them after a fire devasted the Boulder, Colorado property on which they were weeks from finishing renovations.
The majority of the work needed to be re-done, but as luck would have it, damage to the drywall allowed for the discovery of the building’s original red brick walls, which fit perfectly alongside the bright and bold colours that that the client was calling for.
Luckily left unscathed by the fire, beautiful handpainted wallpaper lines the upstairs bedroom, and classic patterned fabrics are used to great effect throughout the home.
Kristin and Felicia chose antiques and vintageinspired furnishings for the project, inspired by the owners love of all things old and new, resulting
in a home that feels like a true sanctuary. In the kitchen, hand-painted blue and white tile mixes with the intricate parquet floors to fill the room with character, and the metallic elements from the gold light fixtures and custom copper hood bring warmth into the space.
Felicia states: “Our client gave us the freedom to think outside the box and loved seeing new and unexpected ideas. We wanted to be respectful of both the home’s architecture and historic charm and of its owner’s lifestyle and aesthetic.”
As part of this, Kristin and Felicia chose to centre the decorations around the owner’s personal art collection, which adorns every wall of the property, and draws out even further the personality of a home already bursting with character.
Primary Bedroom, Boulder, Colorado
Photography © David Patterson
Jessica Helgerson Interior Design www.jhinteriordesign.com
RENOVATION ON THE RIVER
This 1970s home inspired wooden themes and a new floor plan when updating it for the modern era.
For a couple with two young boys, Jessica Helgerson Interior Design (JHID) completed a full renovation of a 1970s home on Sauvie Island along the Colombia River, just outside Portland, Oregon. Seeking to preserve what they could of the original house, JHID redesigned the floorplan to better suit the family’s lifestyle and maximise the house’s potential.
A playful colour palette of bright yet earthy tones are reflected on the ground floor and repeated throughout the rest of the house. Oregon white oak floors in the upstairs living areas, combined with Douglas fir ceilings, walls and accents, hark back to the original 1970s feel of the
house. An abundance of varied natural wood tones and accents create a cosy but luxurious environment. The living areas upstairs were placed to maximise the stunning views towards the river. The landing leading off the custom staircase, designed for quiet relaxation, mirrors the river with serene blue tones, round edged Fred Rigby furniture, and art by Jinie Park, a local Portland artist.
Connected by a stunning two-way tiled fireplace, the kitchen and living room present co-ordinating colours and a custom tiled island with recurring wooden elements and ample storage. This warm wooden theme is followed into the dining room, which features a custom walnut chandelier. Wallpaper by William Morris and curtain fabric by Susan Deliss apply alternate patterns to complement each other and complete the room.
JESSICA HELGERSON Principal and Design Director
MAKING AN IMPACT
RYDHIMA BRAR DESCRIBES HOW SHE MATCHES HER UNIQUE STYLE TO HER CLIENTS’ PERSONALITIES SO THAT EVERY PROJECT IS COHESIVE AND CREATIVE.
ydhima Brar, Founder and Creative Director of Los Angeles-based R/terior Studio, believes that interior design should impact your life. Her style, developed throughout her life by her unique experiences and upbringing, can be characterised by bright, charming colours complemented by soft relaxing neutrals, exciting patterns and interesting textures that combine to form a space unlike any other.
Raised in Kuwait, Rydhima describes how she grew up surrounded by breathtaking architecture, which would spark her life-long love of design, before she moved to New York and later her current home of California, where she lives with her husband and daughter. Her style is set apart by her willingness to explore different avenues of design, looking to her own and her clients’ experiences for inspiration and refusing to shy away from bold choices and intense colour schemes.
Rydhima is still all about the practical, and ensures that her interiors have ample storage and are high on efficiency and practicality for her clients. This is even the case when it comes to the design decisions themselves, as she explains. The living room of one project, featuring an eye-catching 1970s style wallpaper, was one the client’s husband was less certain of. Rydhima described how she was able to compromise by installing removable wallpaper, so that the option didn’t have to be permanent in case he later changed his mind. The ability to build such steadfast relationships with her clients is one that Rydhima has honed over the years, and is necessary when it comes to designing homes that are so personal in their composition.
Founder & Creative Director
R/Terior Studio www.rteriorstudio.com
RYDHIMA BRAR
The 70’s Project, Valley Village, California, USA
Winter Palace, Bay Area, California, USA
Her style, which is regal yet not old-fashioned and maximalist without being cluttered, uses strong colours to reflect the personalities of the clients and interesting elements such as lighting to provide balance and draw the eyeline up, emphasising high ceilings and making the space feel larger and more open.
The artworks chosen for her projects are a bit of fun – charismatic pieces that fuse nicely with the walls and furniture, which is chosen not just for its design potential but also for how well it will serve the space.
The final product, chic and electric, always accentuates the unique character of the home and the people in it, creating a property that is captivating in vision and feel.
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For this dynamic project, Chicago-based interior designer Lauren Svenstrup, of Studio Sven, was brought on to design a home around one specific feature: the view.
LAUREN SVENSTRUP
Principal Designer
Studio Sven www.studiosven.com
This property featured floor-to-ceiling windows and a panoramic view of Chicago’s entire skyline but was otherwise a white box. As Lauren describes, “it was a solo pad for a bachelor who was in desperate need of some colour and whimsy to express their fashionforward, artistic side.”
Looking to build a seamless transition from the outdoors that would blur the lines between where the views stop and the space begins, Lauren placed the ceiling as the primary focus. Local artist Erin Murphy was conscripted to hand-paint an abstract mural that spanned the entire unit ceiling.
The walls blend in as a soft sky blue and silver leaf finish was added to the corner support column to allow it to effortlessly disappear into the view. To provide some necessary complementary colours to the space, jewel-toned furniture was added in the form of a salmon velvet sofa and green vellum coffee table. To meet the client’s ‘work from home’ needs, Lauren used lacquered black in the foyer, leading into a light-driven living room, a dramatic Frank Lloyd Wright-
inspired contrast that creates an effective division between work and play.
In the bedroom, some light-hearted, feminineleaning elements were added to provide some distinction against black metal accents and the chocolate velvet upholstery. The homeowner expressed particular intrigue for shapes and artistic pieces, even in furniture, so triangular chairs were selected for the dining room, along with a mismatched pendant chandelier and rounded banquette.
Lauren describes that they drew much of their inspiration from one unexpected source – a Miss Aniela photograph ‘White Witch Awakening’. “The homeowner was very moved by it,” she explains, and the piece soon motivated the rest of the home’s mixed media collection, including sculptures, a Grecian-inspired tapestry, and the kitchen’s blue blocks installation by artist Brittany Sazonoff.
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En Masse Architecture & Design www.designenmasse.com
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BREAKS DOWN THE WAYS OUR SPACES REFLECT OUR LIVES, EXPLORING THE INSPIRATION OUR RAISON D’ÊTRE LENDS TO OUR DESIGN CHOICES.
En Masse Architecture & Design had to approach these two projects very differently, in ways that allowed them and their clients to explore the projects’ full potentials. Of the two projects featured, known colloquially by the En Masse team as ‘Wayne’ and ‘Ricci’, the divergence in style came from the separate clients’ drastically different wishes for their properties.
For Wayne, the clients decided to emphasise the lakeside landscape as the property’s main feature, keeping the project itself as a neutral backdrop to the natural beauty around it. However, the opposite was true for the clients of project Ricci – they chose to let their space reflect their personalities, deciding on maximalist decorations and bright colours to celebrate their joie de vivre.
The En Masse team took these remarkedly contrasting desires in stride, and succeeded in creating two distinct properties that despite their differences, still display the complementary chic style that is the foundation of En Masse’s work.
When the clients of project Wayne approached Lucas Goldbach and the rest of the En Masse team
to redesign their lakefront property, they were motivated by the memories they wanted to make along the shoreline. With this in mind, the En Masse team chose a neutral, organic and textured palette of materials to let the landscape itself create a ‘natural mural’ and allowing the space to speak for itself.
Wanting to use this property as their second home, the clients dreamed about having a full house of guests and lingering over cocktails while the sun set, so a central and prominent dining room was a must. A custom dining table with shaker-inspired chairs, impervious to wet swimsuits and sandy feet, takes pride of place, enhancing the lakeside ambiance. A very functional kitchen, complete with scullery and breakfast nook was necessary for the clients to accommodate both their guests and their own children and the fabrics used throughout the property were deliberately chosen by En Masse to be special but not too precious, on the client’s wish that their guests should feel able to put their feet up without worry.
Despite the substantial neutrality, areas of contrast peek out among the neutral colour scheme, with the dark green pantry making its presence known
alongside the inky grey-blue lower-level lounge, pine-inspired main bedroom and black powder room, the stimulus for which came from the property’s adjacent meadow filled with wildflowers. For the primary bedroom, the client wanted the bed to have a view of both sides of the lake, so a custom bed was crafted and placed in the centre of the room. And as with other parts of the home, the tones in the bedrooms and bathrooms are light, natural and pulled from the view.
Lucas states, “Second homes are an opportunity to try something new, experience a different lifestyle, and lean into a sense of fantasy and escapism. For our clients, this home epitomised those ideals. The ease that careful planning, and hardworking, high quality, natural materials can lend to a space cannot be understated. Designing a home is an immense privilege and creating a space for generations to enjoy is a lasting reminder of the value of good design.”
The clients of project Ricci decided it was time to redesign after their children moved out. They reached out to En Masse with the desire to reinvent their space to meet their new needs rather than downsize and be forced to leave behind all of the
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precious memories they had made in the property. They made it clear that they wanted their new interior design to reflect their vibrant personalities. The En Masse team took this on board without hesitation. Without the kids at home, they removed a (now unessential) linen closet and converted it into a sauna adjacent to the home gym. They converted what used to be the son’s bedroom into a dressing room for one of the clients, who works in fashion and art.
The mixture of patterns used throughout the project reflect the clients’ passion for travel and their zest for life. The objects and furnishings used are a further example of a life well-lived, as they were collected abroad and through vintage sellers. They provide an effectively cosmopolitan vibe enhanced by the suiting-inspired wallcovering.
A 1920s deco-inspired design was used in the kitchen along with a high-contrast black and white colour scheme. En Masse replaced the breakfast room with a pantry and a now-unused homework area with a casual dining space.
Overall, the project uses a sophisticated yet maximalist approach, layering geometric, abstract, and floral patterns. The trim, profiles and wood floors create a more serious backdrop to more personal design details, so that throughout the home, exuberant colour and patterns is tempered with adherence to original details.
En Masse Architecture & Design www.designenmasse.com
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Curious, whimsical and captivating, the Parker Palms Springs is unlike any hotel you’ve experienced before.
hroughout its 70-year history, the lush Parker Palm Springs hotel has endured as one of the most glamorous and exclusive lodgings in the Coachella Valley.
Acquired in 2003 by real estate developer Jack Parker Corporation, designer Jonathan Adler was hired to develop the hotel’s signature aesthetic of eccentric, colourful and whimsical details, with colourful glass sculptures, circular hanging fireplaces, and original works by major artists such as Hollywood photographer Bert Stern and HungarianFrench artist Victor Vasarely. Similarly, landscape designer Judy Kameon was brought in to dream up the botanical surroundings and enticing outdoor spaces.
access to both the adults-only Gene Autry pool and the family-friendly Silicon Valley pool. For an even greater escape into peace and tranquillity, twelve one-bedroom villas are scattered around the grounds, each with private enclosed patios, living rooms and complimentary poolside cabanas and minibars to meet your every desire.
The ultimate Palm Springs experience is the Gene Autry Residence, a 2,200 square foot hideaway complete with kitchen, sauna, and a secret screening room hidden behind a movie poster.
Satisfy your palate at the five-star diner for breakfast and pay a visit to the poolside Lemonade Stand if peckish at lunch. Dress for dinner at the glamorous mister parker’s restaurant and finish the night at your leisure in any number of the charming bars available.
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Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach
A SEASIDE HAVEN SET ON NEARLY FIVE ACRES BETWEEN MIAMI AND FORT LAUDERDALE, THE FIVE-STAR ACQUALINA RESORT IS SOUTH FLORIDA’S TRUE LUXURY
eminiscent of a Mediterranean villa with its leisure-focused lifestyle and grand design, Acqualina is Florida’s only hotel of its kind to be built completely open to the ocean, free of barriers between the 51-story tower and its 400 feet of glistening Atlantic shoreline. The distinctive architectural features, such Baroque fountains and sculpted archways, create a solid distinction between the resort’s serenity and the bustling cityscape of the outside world.
With a wide range of restaurants to choose from, Acqualina can satisfy your every craving, from Japanese fusion cuisine to Italian and Greek, making this resort a true destination.
Guests can indulge in the award-winning Acqualina Spa, which provides customisable treatments for each guest. For total rejuvenation, guest can unwind in relaxation lounges featuring Himalayan salt walls, crystal steam rooms, arctic ice fountains, experience showers and Finnish dry saunas. Also available to enjoy is the pool terrace, heated jet pool and Roman waterfall spa.
Acqualina’s three additional swimming pools form a personal outdoor sanctuary: the Beach Club Pool is ideal for guests of all ages; the adult-only Tranquillity Pool offers uninterrupted sunbathing and relaxation; and the Recreation Pool acts as the epicentre for the resort’s aqua fitness classes and games.
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Located at the centre of Miami’s glamour, beauty and excitement, Acqualina Resort is the prime location for trips into the city’s most desirable destinations, including the natural beauty of Sunny Isle’s shores, endless nightlife and dining options in South Beach, and glamorous shopping at brands such as Louis Vuitton and Gucci at the nearby Bal Harbour Shops and Aventura Mall.
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A beautiful hotel with a rich history, The Georgian is ready to make its mark on the scene once again.
In Santa Monica, historic oceanfront hotel The Georgian recently reopened its doors to the public in April, 2023. Steeped in the history of old Hollywood, the famed Art Deco property has seen several iterations over the years, with regular guests including Charlie Chaplin, Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe and mother of JFK, Rose Kennedy. A hotel of grand proportions, dramatic in appearance but with a cosy, intimate feel, the landmark property has been lovingly restored to its former glory.
Maintaining the original concept’s striking features and presence throughout, complemented by thoughtful design, the property offers 84 keys –including 56 classic rooms and 28 one bedroom suites – with sweeping ocean views.
Rooms at The Georgian embrace the hotel’s Art Deco heritage, many with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Pier, stretching out from Santa Catalina Island across to Malibu.
Every element of The Georgian creates an extravagant but equally refined stage for a contemporary set of service standards. Suites feature separate bedrooms and large living rooms. Each suite contains thoughtful touches to accent each guest’s stay, including Polaroid cameras to chronicle the visit to Santa Monica on film and Victrola record players to provide the perfect vinyl soundtrack.
The highlight of the suites is the custom-made floor to ceiling bar with unique buttons to call for concierge service to deliver anything from champagne and dessert to an antique cart of rare books, directly to the suite door.
On the ground level of the hotel, The Georgian hosts a breakfast, lunch and dinner restaurant known simply as The Restaurant, which stretches across the Sunset Terrace, Sunset Bar, and Dining Room. It seeks to explore the intersection of timeless culinary classics with Italian cuisine reaching from the Italian North to Puglia to the Amalfi Coast, making it the perfect place to sample some of Italy’s most famous culinary delights.
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Michelle Gerson Interiors www.michellegerson.com
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CUSTOM DESIGNS MADE BY YOU, FOR YOU FROM THE ARTISTIC TILE COLLABORATION WITH INTERIOR DESIGNER, MICHELLE GERSON
Artistic Tile launches their latest collaboration Game On by Michelle Gerson, a design talent they have admired for years. After leaving a successful career in fashion design, Michelle has forged a new path in interior design, with designs that are bold, luxe, and thoroughly modern. She drew upon her wealth of knowledge about textiles and production to launch her own design firm, Michelle Gerson Interiors, in 1998.
Throughout the design process, Artistic Tile had a singular goal: to express Michelle’s distinct point of view in a tile collection. Game on by Michelle Gerson is a set of four customisable designs –Slide, Zip, Spot On and Stix – each available in both mosaic and large format tile. Artistic Tile’s hand selected palette offers joyful combinations of soft colour and dark mixes.
Game On is designed to be customised, while Michelle’s curated colourways serve as an inspiring starting point. Created entirely in-house, Artistic Tile’s ‘Tailored To’ program opens a deep library of natural stone options, allowing one to craft their own distinctive version from one of four dynamic Game On patterns.
Artistic Tile pride themselves on designing and sourcing their products for the primary aim of enhancing the lives of their customers and making their spaces more beautiful. Their standards for quality and innovation are unparalleled, as their rigorous QC process requires that a company executive personally signs off on every incoming shipment. In the words of their founder, Nancy Epstein, their mission is “to make the world a better place, one tile at a time.”
A MARVEL CARVED IN MARBLE
Crafted by Boca do Lobo, the new Diamond Collection from Maison Valentina presents a stunning ensemble to elevate your bathroom design.
The crown jewel of the collection is without a doubt the Diamond Marble Bathtub. A modern bathtub carved entirely from a block of Carrara marble, it effectively transforms the space into a sanctuary of opulence and style. Its irregular shape, inspired by the unique lines and features of a diamond, has a built-in oval bathtub designed for comfort and relaxation.
In a harmonious blend of raw modernism and sleek sophistication, this unique design pushes the boundaries of contemporary aesthetics to redefine the essence of opulent living. Upholding the equilibrium between timeless interior design principles and utmost quality, it embraces an ever-evolving modern perspective.
Also included in the collection is a Towel Holder, a Pedestal Sink and a Single Vanity Cabinet, with the Diamond Pedestal Sink being the ultimate piece to match the opulence of the Marble Bathtub.
The collaboration between Boca do Lobo and Maison Valentina represents an epitome for sophisticated bathroom design, with the Diamond Collection serving as the cornerstone for luxury living. From the magnificent furniture products to the exquisite bathroom fixtures, the diamond shape intricately woven throughout various rooms ensures a cohesive and lavish aesthetic.
With the ability to customise and tailor each element to each individual’s preferences, this collaboration presents the perfect solution for crafting a truly luxurious home that embodies timeless elegance and unparalleled style.
Diamond Towel Rack, Eden Pedestal Sink, Shield Round Mirror, Cristal Larzac Wall Panel, Origin II Floor
Mounted Bathroom Tap by Maison Valentina, and Naicca Pendant Lamp by Brabbu at Boca Do Lobo
Diamond Marble Bathtub, with Victorian Bathroom Tap, by Maison Valentina at Boca do Lobo
CULINARY CHARISMA
For Ethimo, the modus operandi has always been characterised by the creation of comfortable open-air spaces that set trends for quality outdoor living, in perfect empathy with nature and in line with new lifestyles.
This is the creative spirit behind ‘Phil’, a kitchen that simplifies the art of outdoor cooking. A new collaboration between Ethimo and Gordon Guillaumier, Phil sees a new element take shape, with an unconventional design that, thanks to its special ‘nomadic’ configuration, emphasises the concept of outdoor entertaining, providing an original way to personalise outdoor settings and to enjoy contemporary cooking in a creative, relaxed way.
With its elegant yet informal look, Phil is the result of careful reflection on outdoor living: whether it be a portico, patio, terrace, poolside or city balcony, it makes any setting, however small, easy to manage simply, functionally and quickly. Its constructive equilibria, like stability and sturdiness, are highlighted by its ‘soft’ unconventional design.
With Phil, Ethimo and Gordon Guillaumier provide a new kitchen experience, creating a versatile concept that is the perfect balance of freedom and formality, able to adapt to settings of different sizes and uses, and the natural choice for completing open-air spaces.
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the BUSINESS OF Gifting
British leather goods maker, Ettinger, has become world renowned for their exceptional quality and timeless design. Founded in 1934 by Gerry Ettinger, the company is still family owned and run by his elder son, Robert Ettinger.
As one of the few remaining British luxury leather goods companies still manufacturing in the UK, Ettinger benefits from expert craftsmanship, honed over generations. In 2017, Ettinger launched their corporate gifting arm which allows companies to create bespoke pieces in colours to suit their brand with custom logos and packaging.
Gifting partnerships have ranged from key rings for Bentley to notebooks for the Financial Times and in 1996, following work carried out for the Royal Household, Ettinger was appointed with a Royal Warrant to HRH the Prince of Wales.
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AN EVOLUTION OF IDENTITY
ore than ten years since the MB&F M.A.D.Gallery first opened its doors on Geneva’s Rue Verdaine in 2011, MB&F are launching a new interior design and architectural identity for its M.A.D.Galleries.
“I really wanted to elevate the gallery to be at the level of the art pieces,” Said MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser. “I wanted to bring a sense of dignity and importance to the artists.”
The galleries were originally created in 2011 in order to situate their Horological and Legacy Machines in appropriate context, and have since taken off and grown organically. In collaboration with Voltige Design & Architecture, a highly experienced team with offices in Geneva and Lausanne, MB&F have redefined their spaces, starting with their largest gallery, located in the famous Dubai Mall.
The fresh identity is also applied to the growing number of MB&F shop-in-shops at the brand’s retail partners around the world – such as the MB&F corner at PMT-The Hour Glass in Bangkok – as well as a new retail format dubbed ‘MB&F Lab’.
The visual marker of a giant reflective lens was used as the focal point for the new design, a theme mirrored by the domed display cases specially made for the MB&F Machines. The custom furniture acts as the third key element of the redesign, taking its inspiration from the furniture craftsmen of the 50s and 60s. The lighting was the last element noticed by visitors, but the most important.
Voltige installed a state-of-the-art system combining exhibition track lighting, allowing
surgical precision for the art pieces and ensuring that the atmosphere and light intensity are always right, no matter day or night.
Where the previous M.A.D.Gallery interior design could be slightly overwhelming, Voltige and MB&F have paid particular attention to creating a discovery path through the space, starting with the most impressive artworks and leading to the smaller, more affordable pieces at the rear. Each domain has its own clearly defined space, and MB&F has its own space at the centre of the gallery.
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