PLACES Perfumery, culture, gastronomy and a destination in paradise

WISH LIST

Feel invited to visit incredible places

1. FUEGUIA 1833 | BUENOS AIRES Fueguia 1833 is a unique concept in the world of perfumery worldwide. The heart of the brand is in Patagonia, in its pristine territories, dominated by nature. In this environment, the brand finds native species that are cultivated and distilled. Since Julian Bedel created it in 2010, Fueguia 1833 fragrances are produced in limited editions, in crystal bottles that reveal the year and lot number—from 1 to 400—with a unique set of characteristics and peculiarities of the natural ingredients available at the time of each production.

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2. FONDATION CARTIER | PARIS Started in the 1980s by Alain Dominique Perrin, then President of Cartier, Fondation Cartier is a unique example of corporate philanthropy in France. Since it established in Paris in 1994, the foundation has been in an airy, light-filled building designed by architect Jean Nouvel. In this unique setting, exhibitions, conferences and art productions come to life. Its collection is estimated at almost 1,500 works acquired through donations from more than 350 artists from all over the world.

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3. EL&N COFFEE | LONDON With an unwavering dedication to producing exceptional dishes, Alexandra Miller has been at the helm of EL&N since 2017, when the first branch opened its doors in the heart of Mayfair, on Park Lane. From field to plate, the concept of the Café follows the same premise as that of the bean to bar. In particular, coffee. Its journey begins on the farm with cultivation in exclusive terroirs to nourish the coffee cherries. Every lot of EL&N is hand-roasted to ensure a unique flavor. Everything so that visitors can enjoy a perfect espresso.

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4.ELENA RESTAURANT | BUENOS AIRES At the Four Seasons hotel, the Elena restaurant hosts gourmand events and it is an oasis amidst the bustle of Buenos Aires. On the menu, visitors find an extensive selection of meats appreciated by Argentines, from dry aged matured pieces to fresh seafood. The space is an added attraction for those who enjoy good design. With a double height, the restaurant has 123 seats, a spiral staircase that leads to tables on the balcony level, black and white marble floors, arranged in a herringbone pattern, leather-clad tiles and metal light fixtures.

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5. 5. LE TOUESSROK RESORT & SPA | MAURITIUS ISLAND With a private and isolated island in the Mauritius Islands, Le Touessrok has rooms and suites facing the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Some have direct access to the beach, while the others have a view to the sea from their balconies. The place is special because it is located on the pristine coast of Ilot Mangénie, with an exclusive beach for guests, extending for 3.5 km. Close to the edges of the hotel, I’lle aux Cerfs is home to one of the best golf courses in the world.

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BY: CLAUDIO GUES

100% DIGITAL

Born after 2010, the Alpha Generation is hyper-connected to the digital world and, given the volume and quality of information in the palm of their hands, they will be more demanding adults, careful in their choices and determined to make a difference

Sources: WGSN | Pew Research Center | Wunderman Thompson Commerce

Did you know that those born after 2010 are in the Alpha Generation? Despite still being children, they have more digital literacy than their parents because of their intense interaction with mobile phones and computers from an early age. For them, technology is an extension of their way of perceiving the world. According to the American Pew Research Center, this new generation sees the world through a screen. Experts from the institute state that more than 2.5 million alphas are born every week in the world. And by 2025, when the other generation emerges, they will be more than 2.5 billion people.

Alphas are raised in families where household chores are shared, where fathers and mothers seek a balance between work and personal life like no other generation before. With this feedback, alphas are characterized by the behavior that exchanges the “me” for “us.” The idea of interacting, collaborating and sharing with others is a connection as important as being familiar with and skilled in the use of computers, apps and other electronic devices. According to the trendhunters, this generation will receive more care than previous generations, not only for the improvement in the quality of life in first-world western countries, but for the very close relationship with their parents, seen as mentors, and teachers, who will be more willing to give guidance to a generation that has access to all sorts of information in the palm of their hands. But there is a downside pointed out by researchers in education and technology. Because of the long time spent on a monitor screen, alphas demonstrate oral communication problems. Something that can already be seen today with people talking through apps, even when they are in the same space. They will intensify group conversations via messaging apps. “Still developing, it is too early to affirm what they think, but the trend indicates that they are much more independent and will be very skillful in adapting to each new upgrade in the digital world,” says psychologist Vanessa Vieira Beraldo, specialist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Strong values and principles The retail market has to be ready to embrace them, treating them as human beings, not consumers. According to a mapping produced by Wunderman Thompson Commerce - a global e-commerce consulting firm - 66% of the Alphas will only buy products from companies trying to do good to the world; 63% of them would like to work somewhere that will help save the planet; another 59% in companies that will help save lives, and 51% will seek jobs where technology makes a difference.

The face of 21ST Century

With creative design, Asymptote’s architecture is considered extraordinary

BY: LUIZ CLAUDIO RODRIGUES | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF ASYMPTOTE ARCHITECTS

Created by Hani Rashid and Lise Anne Couture, Asymptote Architecture in New York stands out among other contemporary architecture studios for its amazingly shaped buildings, with projects that combine intelligence and innovation. More than creation, the architectural duo uses new digital technologies and tools to advance in solution engineering and environmental sustainability, in addition to the perspective of the projects integrating with the surroundings and urban planning of each city. Their best known projects include the Yas Viceroy Hotel, in Abu Dhabi; the ARC Multimedia Theater, in Daegu, South Korea; the HydraPier cultural pavilion in the Netherlands; and the Univers Theaters in Aarhus, Denmark, among others. Asymptote Architecture recently completed the building of the ING bank headquarters in Gent, Belgium; and Velo Towers in Busan, South Korea.

Its work philosophy is based on the search for challenging and engaging projects that are generally unprecedented, with a multiscale and multidisciplinary approach,” says the architectural duo who are proud to work in partnership and collaboration with their clients and have a team of talented professionals and specialists in different areas. “Asymptote Architecture believes that collaboration is a mechanism that drives extraordinary people,” say Rashid and Couture. Another pillar of the office’s creative process is the search for cuttingedge materials, techniques and technologies and bold approaches to sustainability issues, which are taken into account from the beginning of the projects, in collaboration with specialized consultants. The vision of the future of the “Asymptotes” (as they call themselves) is to believe in the use of knowledge acquired empirically through experience and observation, in addition to research and continuous professional development. “The combination of curiosity, critical thinking and creativity generates the kind of inspiring architecture and urbanism that brings new experiences and meaning to today’s life in a world of rapid change,” add the architects.

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01. Yas Viceroy Hotel, in Abu Dhabi. 02. Architects Lise Anne Couture and Hani Rashid. 03. ARC River Culture Pavilion, in South Korea. 04. HydraPier, in the Netherlands.

Fashion, design and Luxury

The flirting between fashion and design in the Salvatore Ferragamo-Molteni&C partnership

BY: LUIZ CLAUDIO RODRIGUES | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF FERRAGAMO | MOLTENI&C

Since the 2010s, Salvatore Ferragamo has flirted with the universe of decor. Even without having a Home product line like some fashion designers, the Italian shoe brand often partners and carries out events with important Italian furniture manufacturers. This affinity is not by chance. Salvatore Ferragamo was fascinated by architecture and design, which inspired many of his creations. His legacy has creations considered as masterpieces of design, which are easily associated with the design of furniture, household objects and contemporary architecture.

To begin with, Cassina is his partner in developing his concept stores worldwide, designing the interiors according to specifications from Ferragamo’s design team. In 2014, during the Furniture Expo in Milan, the brand, in association with Molteni&C, presented the installation ‘Affinità Elletive’, curated by designer Rodolfo Dordoni. The protagonists of the installation, at the Salvatore Ferragamo boutique, on Via Montenapoleone, in Milan, were pieces from the Gio Ponti collection, produced by Moltoni&C from original sketches kept in Gio Ponti’s archives, accompanied by reproductions of original documents from the famous Italian designer and sketches from the Salvatore Ferragamo Museum. In particular, the reissue of the D.153 armchair, with a satin brass structure and upholstered in leather or fabric. Another highlight is the D.655.2 dresser, with drawers hand-painted in white with wooden knobs, in various sizes, in elm, mahogany, rosewood and Italian walnut.

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01. Living with classics re-edited by Molteni&C. 02. Re-edition of the armchair D.153, by Italian Gio Ponti. 03. The D.665.2 dresser, also by Gio Ponti. 04. Salvatore Ferragamo showcase with furniture, in limited edition, by Molteni&C. 05. The chest of drawers Teorema. 06. Living room with the ‘Affinitá Elettive’ installation at

SF’s store in Milan. 07. Armchair D.1563, by Gio Ponti, in a re-edition by

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In 2018, both brands presented the Outside/Inside installation, with exclusive seat design from the Silkroad Collection, by designer Alan Chan. Store windows highlighted the Heritage Collection by Molteni&C, exploring the East/West dialog through significant works of modern and contemporary design, mixing cultures, crafts and cutting-edge technology. This year, the Teorema chest of drawers was presented in the form of a revolving sculpture, designed by Ron Gilad. All reissued or new pieces developed in the two partnerships between SF and Molteni&C are exclusive collections, with limited and numbered editions. Nothing has been disclosed so far for 2020, but let’s hope that this partnership between fashion and decor continues for many years.