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EDITOR’S
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The Ultimate Collector’s Luxury & Design Magazine Returns to the Main Platforms of Design Welcome to a Celebration of the Best Achievements in the Industry By Defining our ground in the world of design and aiming to improve with every single edition, CovetED Magazine celebrates the world’s top industry professionals and has become a vigorous source of inspiration through a dedicated and committed approach. Once Again, CovetED will be launched in the largest stages of design, such as Maison et Objet Paris and London Design Festival. Inside our 8th edition, design enthusiasts will have the opportunity to take a closer look at upcoming events that will showcase the latest trends in this wonderful industry, from lighting to furniture, to accessories, and much more. Furthermore, one will have access to a complete decoration guide replete of design tips by the world’s best interior designers that will allow you to decorate like a professional. Be prepared to be inspired by the most astonishing design and architecture projects that are an epitome of art, sophistication and functionality. As per usual, an exclusive interviews segment will grant you the chance to have insight on the work and life of some of the most influential figures in the industry. Inspiration is one of our main purposes. Consequently, this edition will take you on a unique journey through well-appointed showrooms, luxurious hotels, fine dining restaurants as well as displaying a series of the latest news and trends. Embrace the phenomenal aspects of design in this exceptional and thoughtfully curated issue and be a part of CovetED’s World.
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CONTENTS SEPT. / OCT. 2017
NEWS & TRENDS 018 The Exclusive Gift Selection 022 High-End Furniture Meets Contemporary Art UPCOMING EVENTS 026 Maison & Object Paris 028 100% Design 030 Design Junction 032 Yecla Furniture Fair 034 Big Boys Toys 036 Boutique Design New York 038 Downtown Design SHOWROOM WE COVET 040 Covet London 042 Llandró New York EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 044 Areen Design 046 Ash Design 050 Christophe Pillet 052 Christopher Guy 054 Nicolò Favoretto Rubelli 056 Sybille de Margery PROJECTS 076 Odette 080 Contemporary Apartment 084 Lili’s Bar 086 Penthouse, Mallorca, Spain 090 Fontain Square Apartment 094 The Bennet Bar
COVER PROJECT Contemporary apartment in Kiev Maya sofa | Essential Home
PROJECTS 098 Barcelona Apartment 100 The Villa 102 Country House 106 Heritage Home 108 Casa do Passadiço 110 Khalkedon House 112 Eclectic Apartment 114 Info Center 116 Mayfair Townhouse 118 French Quarter 120 Flamingo Restaurant 122 Masquespacio Workspace 124 GQ Bachelor Pad 126 Mandarin Oriental Paris 128 Mandarin Oriental Barcelona 130 Bar 228 132 Chelsea House 134 Fifth Avenue Apartment 138 Nobu Downtown NYC 140 Podol Loft 142 Petit Palace 144 Radisson Blu 146 Cooper Project 148 Café Moullien
INSPIRATIONS 142 How to decorate like a pro 154 Fall 2017 Trends for Home
BOOKS WE COVET 150 Bold, Elegant and Refined London Interiors 152 The Glamour of Dior by Yves Saint Laurent
DESIGN GALLERIST 154 Rare & Unique products STYLE ICONS 158 Catherine Deneuve 160 Twiggy
Twiggy | Style Icons
FASHION 162 Style icons HOTELS WE COVET 164 Hotel Plaza Athenee 166 Hotel Vernet
Ellen dining chair | Essential Home
WORLD’S FINEST RESTAURANTS 168 Baraka Restaurant 170 Nikkei Nine 174 L’Abeille 176 Le Grand 178 Darwin Brasserie 180 Spiesesteded Feed 181 Novikov 182 Le Gabriel 185 Porte 12 186 Le Cinq 190 Le Pain Français 192 Erwin Restaurant Bar 194 Lili 196 Tempura 198 Baccarat
Bone Bowl | Tom Dixon
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THE EXCLUSIVE GIFT SELECTION
TANTALISING TREATS FOR SPECIAL PEOPLE WITH THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Whether to mark a special occasion or just a timeless memory, it’s difficult to curb the appetite for luxury of those who have a refined taste. Discover a curated gift selection from the world’s leading designer brands, from fashion, accessories, technology, to champagne and safes. Tantalising treats for demanding people, or just design enthusiasts, suitable for a wide variety of interests; yet sharing the appreciation for quality, craftsmanship, legacy, design, and exclusivity for those who are used to the best things in life. Just make sure special people win the next round by giving them a memory that measures the effectiveness of their swing.
AQUANAUT WATCH BY PATEK PHILIPPE The luxury brand celebrated this year the 20th anniversary of one of its modern icons, the Aquanut. The first men’s Aquanaut wristwatch in 18K white gold dial. With a warmer blue hue, it gets darker to a subtly graduated black toward the outsider from stainless steel.
DOM PÉRIGNON ROSÉ BY MOËT ET CHANDON From the largest Champagne house in France, Moët et Chandon, only 10 bottles were designed by the renowned Hollywood director David Lynch. The vintage rosé has floral, orange-peel, and dried-fruit aromas and reveals a fullness of texture coupled with a balanced structure that is clear-cut to the taste.
EYE-TRUNK IPHONE CASE BY LOUIS VUITTON French luxury house has launched Eye-Trunk for iPhone 7 Plus and it can come in precious Golden Crocodile leather. Designed to pay tribute to the company’s origins as a trunk designer, the selection includes a classic Monogram canvas, a Monogram Reverse canvas, a Monogram Eclipse canvas. A case to bring glamour on daily basis.
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VIKINGS, PEN OF THE YEAR 2017, BY GRAF VON FABER-CASTELL Luxury Bed Maker Savoir launched the ‘B’ bed, its latest collaboration with product designer and Creative Director of Christian Lacroix, Sacha Walckhoff. Walckhoff ’s taste for extravagance and flair is masterfully translated into his haute couture design and brought to life by Savoir’s master artisans. Celebrated for his theatrical style and use of intricate detail, Walckhoff took over the reins of Christian Lacroix in 2009.
MILLIONAIRE JEWELLERY SAFE BY BOCA DO LOBO Treasures may come in many forms: money, books, cigars, wine, perfumes, diamonds and this is the perfect place to keep deepest secrets secure. Millionaire safe integrates watch winders and its made with polished brass and nickel plated details. An iconic and contemporary piece handmade with the highest standards.
PANTHÈRE RING BY CARTIER PEGASE LEGERE SUITCASE BY LOUIS VUITTON
A truly wild animal, the Panther is more than a mere symbol for Cartier. Panthère de Cartier ring in incredible 18K pink gold, set with 137 brilliantcut diamonds totalling 1.15 carats, emeralds, onyx. The lust of the eyes.
A piece of luggage inspired by the iconic Pégase and it features creative director Nicolas Ghesquiere’s playful take on classic hotel stickers. Light and luxurious, it includes a modernized design with increased volume and lighter lining. Sleek and chic, it is the perfect travel accessory for the jet setter with classic style.
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DESIGN BY APPLE IN CALIFORNIA COFFEE TABLE BOOK BY APPLE It’s finished in 22k rose gold, for one, and more importantly, it’s the most powerful compact speaker Devialet has ever created. Like its predecessors, the Gold Phantom’s vibrations make for a vibrant visual experience — and produce audio with zero distortion, zero saturation and zero background noise.
JEFFREY’S BAY SURFBOARD BY ELIZABETH WEINSTOCK A handcrafted Exotic Snakeskin surfboard that will add striking style to any home or work place. For surf enthusiasts or just appreciators of the California beach vibe, this is the ultimate luxury objet d’art.
DEVIALET GOLD PHANTOM SPEAKER BY DEVIALET It’s finished in 22k rose gold, for one, and more importantly, it’s the most powerful compact speaker Devialet has ever created. Like its predecessors, the Gold Phantom’s vibrations make for a vibrant visual experience — and produce audio with zero distortion, zero saturation and zero background noise.
HOMERUN BASEBALL GLOVE BY HERMÈS An American classic handmade by the French fashion house Hermès, this baseball mitt is constructed of hand-stitched gold swift calfskin and it takes 25 hours to finish. An incredible gift for sports’ fans yet with sophisticated taste.
DRAYCOTT II | WALL: H 108 cm | L 20 cm | D 12cm
EMPIRE | SUSPENSION: H 40 cm | 15,7'' D 100 cm | 39,4''
DARIAN | SIDEBOARD: W 210 cm | D 50 cm | D 92 cm
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High-End Furniture Meets Contemporary Art A cultural fusion
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“BRABBU & VELVENOIR joined forces in an international partnership with the fundamental goal of disseminating the importance of contemporary art within the design industry.” The world of high-end interior design is about to be transformed by combining it with contemporary art. It is an innovative cultural fusion that brings together BRABBU, a high-end furniture design brand that reflects an intense way of living with VELVENOIR, an international art consultancy and gallery that works with a global network of art experts on various hospitality, commercial and
To show the world how it all comes together, we’ve designed the first Art x Interior - Ambiances which embody the most beautiful and delicate features of both an international array of museum standard established and emerging artists, such Chen Ping, Mark Perlman and Ivan Marchuk in a combination with a sophisticated design concept and furniture crafted by the BRABBU team such as Vellum, Maya or Sequoia designs. All Lifestyle Images combine fierceness and elegance through the techniques used in the artworks and the bold design of each piece. Together they make a statement and allow an innovative and extraordinary experience and perception of interior design and art themselves. The recognition of the value and benefit of this new Art x Interior concept, will come to life at Maison & Objet Paris in September.
residential projects. Together both firms are taking contemporary art out of the white cube space and placing it into high-end interior design concepts to allow collectors and clients to experience art and design in a one-of-a-kind symbiosis. BRABBU & VELVENOIR joined forces in an international partnership with the fundamental goal of disseminating the importance of contemporary art within the design industry. COVETED MAGAZINE PAGE 25.
The core behind this international collaboration is that it offers a wideranging, in-depth knowledge on art and design, with the awareness of the strong power art has on the ambience, sophistication and personality of a well-designed interior. Therefore, BRABBU offers in-house art consultancy for their international clients together with the international experts from the VELVENOIR Network. VELVENOIR assists the entire team with regards to the art on any residential, commercial or hospitality project. A designed piece of furniture by BRABBU is much more than a high-end product. Each one, carefully designed, tells a story and transforms the space into a unique atmosphere. Every design embodies fierceness and a powerful sense of refinement. It leads people to a comfortable yet intense way of living. An artwork is unique, something special, a masterpiece of an artist who dedicated his life to this profession, building his career within the art market as well as using various techniques, to make each piece, one of a kind. The artwork suggested by the independent art consultants from VELVENOIR adds character to the space and allows a personal and meaningful experience of elegance and sophistication. This is the start of a new artistic sense and perception of interior design, which is all about providing elegant and unique experiences, bringing together the sophistication of interior design and contemporary art with international expertise, which as a result offers international clients everything from one source.
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MAISON&OBJECT PARIS, FRANCE
“In September 2017, François Bernard will take over the Inspirations Space to present a selection of objects by exhibiting brands as well as the Bookshop-Café that will present a space defined by soft tones of almond and Linden greens evoking a perfect garden-like setting. ”
The September edition of the esteemed furniture fair, Maison et Objet Paris is scheduled to happen from 8-12 in Paris Nord Villepinte. The theme selected for this edition is Comfort Zone, which resulted from the year-round collective work of members of the M&O Observatory. In September 2017, François Bernard will take over the Inspirations Space to present a selection of objects by exhibiting brands as well as the Bookshop-Café that will present a space defined by soft tones of almond and Linden greens evoking a perfect garden-like setting. It will also showcase a wide variety of sources that illustrate the theme. Furthermore, the Inspirations Books will demonstrate the theme from countless forward-looking perspectives, while the Conference Space will provide an opportunity to further explore the notion of Comfort with a five-day programme of debates on current related trends. The coordinator of the M&O Observatory and Editor-in-Chief of the inspirations book, Marie-Jo Malait, explained the essence of the theme, "To satisfy our yearning for rest and quiet, shapes become
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rounder, more enveloping. They wrap us up in a protective and
also count with a series of humorous design, while still not losing
comforting cocoon. Funny-looking cushions on legs replace chairs
the concept of comfort, such as the AP Collection chair which is
and provide the perfect place to sit and relax. Soft materials are
covered with dozens of stuffed animals. Softer lines have come
everywhere and contribute to our well-being,” she continued by
to replace right angles regarding the main trends to be seen at the
saying, “Both warm and casual, contemporary comfort meets
prestigious exhibition. Seating has taken on organic shapes and
comforting design. 100% feel good lifestyle.”This year, the
pod-inspired designs, just take, for example, the Beatnik chair by
Inspirations Space went through some modifications seeing that
Donar that contradicts the linear furniture trend that has been
the organisers expressed the desire of opting for a more pragmatic
seen as of recent years. The Inspirations Space will accurately
approach in regards to the layout of the fair in order to optimise
translate the nature of Maison et Objet by combining cutting-edge
the ultimate visitor experience. It became a sort of insightful
technology with artisanal elements, thus showing M&O’s sense of
preamble bound to make the visitors’ journey more practical and
diversity and openness. To this date, Maison&Objet Paris is still
easy. François Bernard devised a game comprised of an illustrated
regarded as an exceptional event that starts conversations and to
alphabetical exhibition around the notion of comfort, using
research, offering the necessary material to reflect changes in taste,
exhibitors’ products. One of the highlights of this edition will be
aesthetics, habits, which is quite telling about our past, present
armchairs showcasing increasingly enveloping shapes, including
and future society.
the noteworthy Marie-Christine Dorner’s Cover for Cinna or the stunning Nuvola 09 by Paola Navone for Gervasoni. Visitors can
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100%
D E S I G N
20-23 September 2017
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100% Design is currently the UK's largest trade show for architects
place in the commercial heart of design in the country. With five
and designers and it is returning to Olympia, London from 20-
distinct sections: Interiors, Workplace, Kitchens & Bathrooms,
23 September for its twenty-third edition. The show welcomes
Design & Build and Emerging Brands, 100% Design is unique
hundreds of exhibitors and more than 27,000 visitors to the
in its cross-sector appeal to design professionals. Interiors is the
burgeoning design district of West Kensington, over four days, as
longest running section at 100% Design, presenting prestigious
the foundation event of the London Design Festival, helping to
international brands with products ranging from furniture and
foster relationships between some of the world’s biggest architects,
lighting to fabrics and accessories. Mid-century and art deco-
designers, specifiers, retailers and developers.
inspired designs are prominent in this section this year, with
Each year, 100% Design adopts a theme, which is reflected across
brands such as Mambo Unlimited, Due and Mullan Lighting, who
its installations, features, talks, programmes and show design.
will launch a new range of lights for hotels at the show. Lastly,
Overseeing the implementation of the theme across these areas
Design London will return for the second time where a carefully
is newly appointed Content Editor, Max Fraser, a leading design
selected group of brands showcase the very best in high-quality
journalist. For the 2017 edition, the chosen theme is Elements,
design, detail and craftsmanship, with each company contributing
which encompasses everything from the fundamentals of design
to London's reputation as the design capital of the world.
to the component parts that make up a product, the materials used to the stories and processes of development. The show’s ‘Talks with 100% Design’ presents an agenda-setting programme that explores trends in contemporary practice as well as the future of design, while a second programme focusing on professional development takes place in The Forum. For this year’s edition, the show will host Dealer Day, a professional programme of networking, seminars and talks for this influential design community. With the latest UK product launched from an array of brands and designers, 100% Design occupies a crucial
“The show’s ‘Talks with 100% Design’ presents an agenda-setting programme that explores trends in contemporary practice as well as the future of design, while a second programme focusing on professional development takes place in The Forum.”
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DESIGN JUNCTION LONDON, UK
21-24 September 2017 “Dedicated to the world’s most iconic audience comprised of architects, interior designers, retailers, and media, designjunction is a place where all industry professionals and enthusiasts can meet, do business and be inspired by each other.” The leading design exhibition for contemporary interior design and
will take place across five destinations: Cubitt House and Cubitt
culture, designjunction is set to return to the outstanding King’s
Park, The Canopy, Granary Square and The Crossing. A great
Cross area from 21-24 September for this year’s London Design
amalgamation of international furniture, lighting, accessory and
Festival. According to Deborah Spencer, the managing director, the
technology brands will be showcasing their pieces and projects.
2016 edition was one of the most ambitious and exciting shows,
These spaces will also highlight pop-up shops, installations and
presenting more than 200 exhibiting brands and attracted 27,000
interactive features. One of the main projects that will headline
visitors. Following this success, the event will be expanding across
the Granary Square will be a new collaboration with Renault UK.
new King’s Cross locations for its flagship London show.
The renowned car manufacturer will demonstrate their design
Dedicated to the world’s most iconic audience comprised of
philosophy in a unique and playful way, creating a mesmeric
architects, interior designers, retailers, and media, designjunction
experience that follows the concept ‘Beautiful Life’. Moreover,
is a place where all industry professionals and enthusiasts can
Turkishceramics will produce an installation in the central
meet, do business and be inspired by each other. The flagship event
fountain in celebration of the rich history of ceramics in Turkey.
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Cubitt House and Cubitt Park will present a stellar line-up of international design brands including Lammhults, Design House Stockholm, Friends and Founders, Fredericia, Icons of Denmark alongside Channels, LSA, Decode, Another Country and Very Good & Proper. The decorative lighting section, Lightjunction will come back this year with a curated selection of leading global lighting firms. Since its inception, lightjunction has attracted world-class brands including Artemide, DCW Èditions, FontanaArte, Marset, Northern Lighting, Örsjö and Slamp. Designjunction has joined forces with design-led watch brand Rado that will be launching the very first UK edition of the Rado Star Prize design competition which targets emerging British designers that work within the interior, industrial and technology design industries, ending in a spectacular exhibition as well as an awards ceremony at the show. Moreover, visitors can expect original talks programme at The Office Group in King’s Cross. This space was conceived by Wels Mackereth and Studio Downie Architects. A series of engaging presentations and demonstrations regarding 21st-century design will be hosted.
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YECLA FURNITURE FAIR YECLA, SPAIN
25-28 September 2017
UPCOMING EVENTS// The premier and most prestigious furniture fair in Spain, Feria Del Mueble Yecla is set to occur from the 25th to the 28th of September. Inmaculada Hernandez serves as the director of the successful event, which expects more than 4000 exhibitors from all the parts of the world, including France, the Czech Republic, Romania, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Mexico and Taiwan. For the past three years, the prominent fair has had as its protagonist the premium showcase Channel Contract. Celebrated for 56 years, Yecla is the oldest furniture fair organised in Spain that has never stopped being celebrated, and for a reason. The Traditional source of income of the municipality was wine and, due to a plague, a good part of the vines was destroyed, something that affected not only the farmers and winemakers but also the auxiliary industry. As a result, several carpenters and cabinet makers started making furniture and found out that the best way to achieve their goals was to commence a fair. Another delicate moment in the history of Yecla was the economic crisis which affected nearly everyone at the end of the last decade. In addition, there was also an increase of competition which compelled the organisers to find new ways of relaunching and renovating. From this was born the contract that changed everything and allowed the firm to steadily grow more and more each year. The furniture fair makes sure to establish a particularly close collaboration with prominent institutions, such as the Promotion of the Region of Murcia, which together they consolidate the bilateral meetings between international prescribers and exhibitors. The representatives of the fair assure that everything is executed perfectly in advance and that those who are meant to occupy the stands of the two exhibition areas, habitat and contract, have been confirmed. Year after year, the interest of furniture professionals, merchants and prescribers increases, making Yecla a worthy reference within the industry. In regards to parallel events, the “Interior Show Yecla” is a continuing event that focuses on showcasing the high-quality productions of its exhibitors, even after the daily closing of the main exhibition. To this end, an emblematic place of the city of Yecla is chosen and through a very special assembly, they create a show directed to the prescribers of the contract channel. Renowned for taking the meaning of design to a new dimension, the company BIMBAMBUM is responsible for the development of this activity which happens outdoors. Each season, Yecla allows exhibitors to innovate by creating the most avant-garde and high-quality designs. This has been one of the most positive factors for the fruition of the event. While the Habitat area remains a vital feature, the Channel contract has
“Another delicate moment in the history of Yecla was the economic crisis which affected nearly everyone at the end of the last decade. In addition, there was also an increase of competition which compelled the organisers to find new ways of relaunching and renovating.”
gained distinction within the event, becoming a focal point that is aimed at the corporate and institutional client whose exhibitors display outstanding projects. This is the reason why Yecla is perceived to be at the vanguard of design.
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BIG BOYS TOYS DUBAI, UAE
These products are conceived by a remarkable roster of the most ingenious manufacturers and creators from all around the world.
02-04 November 2017
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Big Boys Toys is regarded as the premier innovation and luxury
products dubbed as Woman’s World. This massive new exhibition
lifestyle exhibition in the Middle East, and its upcoming 8th
was added to the already phenomenal BBT in 2016. It is purely
edition is bound to surprise its visitors with the latest and most
destined to women’s luxury lifestyle and thus it provides a series
exceptional products across 13 categories, including digital, marine
of unrivalled experiences that have, first and foremost, a women’s
lifestyle, fashion, aviation, kid’s world, wellness, arts, pets, and
needs at heart. Ranging from a wide range of sectors in the luxury
much more. These products are conceived by a remarkable roster
segment, visitors will be able to explore this area and find the most
of the most ingenious manufacturers and creators from all around
luxurious exhibits and newest additions to the world of fashion,
the world. Moreover, the event also highlights a cluster of enticing
wellness, lifestyle, shopping, travel, beauty, interiors, jewellery,
features, including a BBT Supercar Drive Test, which consists
finance, art and antiques, and countless others.
in enjoying a once in a lifetime adventure driving an exclusive
Consequently, it becomes the idyllic platform to unveil products
range of supercars, from Ferraris to Lamborghinis. BBT Style Icon
and services, getting advice from experts as well as meeting local,
comprises a competition that selects the most sophisticated and
regional and international brands and retailers.
stylish visitors and a limited Club Royale that allows one to enter
“Our visitors will be a part of an exclusive journey in experiencing
an imperial and luxurious area for 5-star hosting and networking
the world’s most unbelievable inventions. The event offers a once
opportunities. In addition, adjacent to Big Boys Toys, one can
in a lifetime opportunity to view an amazing lineup of products
find a highly curated area dedicated exclusively to women’s
and services under one roof,” disclosed a spokesperson of the show.
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BOUTIQUE DESIGN NEW YORK, USA
12-13 November 2017
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“This year, BDNY will expand to 125,000 square feet of exhibit space, with more than 700 manufacturers and marketers of furniture, fixtures, lighting, seating, wall coverings, accessories and other design elements for hospitality interiors.” Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is a fast-growing trade fair and conference that draws around 7,800 hospitality designers, architects, purchasing executives, owners and operators. The event is to be held from 12-13 November, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center for two days. Now in its eighth year, BDNY has been collecting a double-digit growth each year since its 2010 inception, garnering recognition in Trade Show Executive (TSE) magazine’s annual ranking of the 50 Fastest-Growing Shows for four consecutive years. This year, BDNY will expand to 125,000 square feet of exhibit space, with more than 700 manufacturers and marketers of furniture, fixtures, lighting, seating, wall coverings, accessories and other design elements for hospitality interiors. An estimated 7,800 hospitality design professionals from the
Association (BLLA); the International Society of Hospitality
eastern United States, Canada and Europe are expected to attend
Purchasers (ISHP); the Hospitality Industry Network (NEWH);
BDNY, including interior designers, architects and purchasing
and the International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC).
executives as well as hospitality owners and operators. Held
HMG is a privately held company serving the global hospitality
concurrently with HX: The Hotel Experience, the BDNY trade
and related industries and specialising in trade fairs, conferences
fair combines inventive elements for hospitality interiors with
and event management and development. Events in the HMG
signature educational and social events; NYC design tours; unique,
portfolio include BDNY; BDwest; management of HX: The
on-floor Designed Spaces created by leading hospitality design
Hotel Experience; Boutique Design Forums; Boutique 18; Senior
firms; and an extensive conference program with CEU sessions,
Lifestyle Design Match; and production of the Gold Key Awards
hands-on demos and interactive discussions with industry
for Excellence in Hospitality Design.
innovators. BDNY is produced by Hospitality Media Group LLC (HMG) in association with the Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging
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DOWNTOWN DESIGN DUBAI, UAE
14-17 November 2017
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“Downtown Design is the sole platform in the entire Middle East that is dedicated for the region’s trade professionals to find the best highquality and most innovating designs from all over the world.”
world - “The rapidly evolving landscape of the Middle East brings
Located in the heart of the Middle East, the prestigious and
to connect and to do business.
a world of opportunity for international design brands to meet the leading buyers of the region.” For its 5th edition, the fair will be occurring at the Dubai Design District where it will highlight a carefully curated selection of the most ingenious emerging brands that are specialised in a wide variety of product categories, from furniture to lighting, to textiles and accessories. In other words, Downtown Design is the perfect stage to interact,
impressive Dubaian show Downtown Design is organised under the sponsorship of Vice Chairman of the Dubai Culture & Arts
Through a dynamic and efficient environment, buyers and brands
Author and Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin
are able to seek extraordinary opportunities, after all, design adds
Rashid Al Maktoum.
value to life. At the esteemed fair, design enthusiast can expect a cluster of renowned brands and references to headline the event,
The fair is owned and managed by the Art Dubai LLC, a joint
including the likes of Fendi Casa, B&B Italia, Vondom, Bacarrat,
venture company between the DIFC and Middle East Fairs Ltd.
L’Objet, Interiors LLC, Kettal, Lladro, Minotti, among countless
This year’s edition is scheduled to take place from the 14th to
other compelling brands.
17th November which will be a chief element of the Dubai Design
Returning to the event is the Buyers Programme which will provide a
Week. Downtown Design is the sole platform in the entire Middle
dynamic platform for pre-qualified trade professionals to discover new
East that is dedicated for the region’s trade professionals to find the
brands alongside some of the world’s most established while offering
best high-quality and most innovating designs from all over the
the opportunity for industry learning and peer-to-peer networking.
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COVET HOUSE LONDON, UK
SHOWROOM//
“The exclusive Covet London also offers Finishes samples, such as woods, lacquerers, glasses, mirrors, metals, ceramics, alongside a wide variety of fabrics.” Looked upon as “ the private house of design”, Covet London is a flat located in the heart of Chelsea, London, just five minutes away from the Chelsea Design Centre, that offers an intimate and authentic design experience. Acting as an exclusive content for interior designers, here, industry professionals can find an avid support to develop or conclude their projects as well as finding stunning statement pieces and true art works that will help one give the final touches to their projects. Basically, Covet London is a wonderful celebration amongst friends. Conceived with different collections of furniture, lighting and accessories, which are constantly being updated to showcase Covet London’s diverse essence, this show flat is a source of inspirations where guests can take a private tour and find out the amazing stories behind each curated design. Highly trained designers are waiting to tell every detail of each exclusive luxury furniture brands, including, Boca do Lobo, Essential Home, Brabbu, Luxxu and DelightFULL. In addition, these attentive designers are proficient in answering any design question one may have as well as helping you finish a project by giving a few suggestions. The house was recently remodelled with a new environment to present Covet House’s Spring/Summer 2017 collection. Combining an intense and romantic spring collection with an exotic and mysterious summer portfolio, Covet London has the ultimate design inspirations in a new, improved and welcoming setting, composed of the most astonishing and unique furniture pieces that reflect these seasons. It almost feels like an interior design guide that has taken a physical presence. The renewed flat features a series of enticing and luxurious pieces, including the Niku Floor Lamp and Oreas Sofa by Brabbu, the Lapiaz sideboard and the Fortuna Dining Table by Boca do Lobo, the Monocles Cabinet, the Diamond Mirror and the Russell Armchair from Essential Home, the Coltrane Table Lamp, the Galliano wall lamp and the Sinatra Floor Lamp by DelightFULL, the Beyond Console and Empire Mirror from Luxxu, and much more. The exclusive Covet London also offers Finishes samples, such as woods, lacquerers, glasses, mirrors, metals, ceramics, alongside a wide variety of fabrics. Overall, Covet London is a space where you can associate work to a moment of celebrating design with friends.
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LLADRÓ
NEW YORK, USA
SHOWROOM// Most recently, the Portuguese high-end furniture brand BRABBU closed a new partnership with the Spanish porcelain brand Lladró, in New York City. The Spanish showroom, right in the heart of Manhattan, underwent a renovation and BRABBU was the obvious choice for a design inspired ambience. Located at 979 Third Ave., in Decoration & Design Building, BRABBU’s most iconic pieces are carefully displayed in beautiful sets. The modern interior design brand finds inspiration in different cultures around the world, resulting in pieces with bold colours and strong statements. In the showroom, one can find Bourbon Dining Chair blending perfectly together with a lively nature inspired wall covering. Going further in the exhibition, there is Hermes sofa breaking interior design boundaries with its beautiful lines and Maya Armchair, a unique design piece with sensual and delicate forms. Earlier this year, Lladró was the official sponsor of NYCxDesign Awards presenting The Guest, a platform for artists from different disciplines to collaborate with the brand. The Spanish producer of charming figurines has been growing worldwide since the nineties, when it first opened a store in Beverly Hills, California. Always in a constant transformation, Lladró keeps on improving itself in its new classics, featuring bright colours, original shapes and innovative textures. It is now easy to understand why the two brands combined forces to celebrate design.
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH AREEN DESIGN
CM: What is your philosophy on work and life? AD: I work to live! The effort needed to achieve your work goals is immense, but you need to know when to switch off, energise and live life to the full. CM: If you could be an object, which one would you be? AD: A mobile phone, mine’s got my whole world in it! It would, of course, have to be the latest model with more memory than an elephant and more beautifully designed than the Taj Mahal. Just The experience of self-awareness to find in every day a new
imagine the potential!
challenge is something real in Areen Design world. In an exclusive
CM: Describe yourself in three words.
interview to Areen, you will find inspiring notes from someone who
AD: Particular - Passionate - Inquisitive
has an authentic and passionate vision on design creative process
CM: What do you love in a room?
that also reflects his vision of the cultural experience of life. Areen
AD: Natural daylight is top of my list, but for me, it’s not always
revealed the genius inside its personal taste for things capable of
about what’s in a room but what’s outside it. The relationship
creating new ones from zero, like the experience of travelling and
between our interiors and what is happening on the outside is crucial.
cooking. Get inside the inspiring work and philosophy of Areen
And whether designing interiors in the city or the countryside,
Design in an intimate talk he conceived to Coveted Magazine.
natural daylight counts for so much in creating interiors that can
Coveted Magazine (CM): What do you love about your work?
embrace and entice, enhance and excite. Quite simply, it can be the
Areen Design (AD): It sounds unreal but I love everything about
single most important factor in the design process.
my work; even the difficult client. Perhaps I was just lucky in
CM: How would you describe your style? Do you have a signature touch?
picking a career which gives me the opportunity to travel the
AD: We would never go down the design route of ‘one size fits
world, something I always wanted to do and still enjoy. To
all’. Each and every client is different and we have a responsibility
experience changing environments and different cultures is
to inspire and expand their thinking, to open their eyes to what
incredibly rewarding on a personal as well as professional level.
is possible. The result will reflect how well we’ve achieved this
Alongside the travelling, I also love the opportunity to work with
goal. But one aspect of design which I am obsessed with is an
so many talented visionaries, be they talented designers on the
attention to detail. Perhaps a signature, if it exists, might be the
supplier side, or project managers on the client side. I’m faced with
most beautiful detailing and the most satisfied client.
new and different challenges on a daily basis: never the same and never boring. CM: Where do you draw your inspiration from? AD: Nothing inspires me more than travel. New experiences stimulate new emotions as well as reigniting ones from the past. I come from a family of chefs where culinary creativity and entertainment have been at the heart of our way of life. It may sound bizarre, but the similarities between design and cooking are very close. My obsession with detail is on a par with my love for Japanese food which presents itself in the finest way. I’m also inspired by the progressive advancements in technology and the way we can manipulate new materials to break boundaries and set new goals. All this said, I do like the spaces I design to have a sense of place with the subtlest of cultural reference…. unless the project is in Las Vegas.
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CM: What are your favourite materials to work? AD: Glass and metal. Whether used together or apart the potential is limitless. They can be used in so many ways and in so many forms. From enclosing or fitting out a space, glass and metal offer creative interpretation and styling, ranging from the industrial to the romantic. Anything is possible. We often design custom light fittings for private installations, which can include hand blown glass elements. We recently installed a three storey drop (18m) acrylic sculpture, which gives the feel of glass, but with greater durability, down through the centre of a spiral staircase. The sculpture occupies a circular space, but was actually made up of two curved clusters of suspended acrylic blocks, leaving a path through the suspension wires on ground level, allowing users to walk ‘through’ the piece and feel enclosed in the light and reflections. By choosing to light only particular blocks scattered throughout the drop, and concentrate the volume of blocks at the base of the drop, we were able to create a very effective atmosphere. CM: Do you have any guilty pleasures like certain steps you don’t let go off on your creative process? AD: Guilt is a relative term. I’d simply say, in admission of any guilt, that I do always want to be in total control of the full creative response. From the first rough concept sketch to handing the completed project over to the client. I find any departure from this approach runs the risk of diluting the integrity of your offer and can lead to frustration on both sides. I like to form a bond with my clients to ensure the creative journey reflects a meeting of minds and the passion needed to exceed expectations.
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH ASH DESIGN
Ash Design is a London-based interior design studio, but that wasn’t always the case. More than ten years ago, Ash Design’s founder Sharon Elafouf was travelling around the globe, gathering experience and expertise in the interior design world and working with some of the best names and challenging clients. Having earned a degree in Interior Design, Sharon Elafouf started her journey as an interior designer in Paris in the most “organic way”, as she nicely puts it. Working with mainly French clients and achieving successful results, her business came to grow by word of mouth and it ended up changing as the years went by. From a work based on “decorative schemes”, Ash Design’s founder switched to projects that involve “space planning and architecture”. It was around that time that she integrated her approach, “offering clients a new dimension” of what she was doing. However, the choice to embrace this profession was something that came fairly easy to the interior designer, seeing as she was never a stranger to the world of travelling and staying at different hotels within each stay. This enabled her to “experience hotels and restaurants of authenticity and of significance”, meaning her vision and perception of these places ended up being different than the ones of an ordinary person. With this strong perception background, and with the growing interest in collecting contemporary decorative art, Ash Design’s founder believes her work is an extension of her private life and all the experiences that influence her on a daily basis. And even though this is one of the ways she keeps up with the latest trends - visiting all the art and design shows, travelling between Paris and Miami all the time, and keeping a close eye on a handful of her favourite interior designers - the most important element in every Ash Design project is their timelessness. They try to create spaces which are to be enjoyed by families and that at the same time “must be carefully thought out spaces that stand the test of time”. But of course that, in order to create these unique spaces, Ash Design’s founder must find inspiration somehow. And she had just told us that one of her biggest sources of inspiration is Peter Marino. Why? Because “his work encapsulates the benchmark brands he is designing so accurately through his sophisticated and forward thinking interior architecture, textiles and art”, as Sharon Elafouf so gracefully stated. However, Jean Louis Deniot and his architectural choices and colour palettes are also at the top of the list of inspiring interior design personalities for the Ash Design team. It is with this in mind that they always decide upon French artisans and craftsmen in their bespoke work for clients, as well as vintage and contemporary decorative art, which enables them to be in constant touch with many galleries and artists, sort of becoming their own source of inspiration.
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW // Design’s 2017 projects in Tel Aviv, the founder’s hometown. “This is a 3,000 square foot multiple bedroom apartment, located in Richard Meier’s iconic architectural skyscraper,” explained Sharon. And what is so unique about the apartment is how it is “purposely pared back of statement monochrome, predominantly black and white, teamed with bright contrasts.” Geometric patterns have also been chosen to complement the architecture both inside and outside of the apartment. Multiple precious metals, stones and textured finishes were also chosen and inspired by the “luminous light” that the designers found at that level. In the end, and as Sharon stated, “The apartment is a subtle backdrop designed and expertly curated to maximise the growing decorative art collection it houses”. More recently, and actually still in development, Ash Design is designing a large home in the sunny island of Ibiza. The team is currently involved in every aspect of the design, both indoors and outdoors. According to Sharon Elafouf, “it is a unique opportunity to create something truly bespoke” and put all their knowledge and expertise in the field on this one specific project. And while we still don’t know what comes next for Ash Design, we definitely know we can only expect truly bespoke interiors, with high-quality materials and a feeling of effortless elegance.
Design’s work is how they encapsulate all their values in their work, and the philosophy they follow as a team and as an interior design studio. Thankfully, Sharon was kind enough to answer that for us and explained that her philosophy is to treat each project as it was her own, always being very detail oriented. In a second phase of the conception, she also likes to “add a personal touch to the project which makes it unique to the client living in the space”. Moreover, they have been working with scent, especially vanilla and wood. Sharon, for example, like “to create a personal fragrance to enhance the atmosphere” at the end of each of her projects. We can appreciate every single one of these elements in one of Ash
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH CHRISTOPHER PILLET
“Nonetheless, the designer believes that time is a necessity when developing a new piece so as to guarantee that every single process is accurately completed. He is also quite careful when selecting colours, materials and textures.” Being a latecomer to the fascinating world of design, the proficient designer, Christophe Pillet was actually considering becoming a musician as he immensely enjoyed playing music, however, once the design bug was manifested into his mind, there was no other option going forward, as he explained, “Step by step I discovered the design, it was not a passion it was just interesting people, curious people. I still believe that today, I’ve really found my job.” Specialising in interior design and interior architecture, Pillet has a wide array of successful projects that reflect the contemporaneity of French Design, from the astonishing Hotel Sahrai in Morocco to the awe-inspiring St. Tropez Villa, along with many furnishings, such as the Agatha Dreams lounge chair and the comfy Pillet Pine Beach sofa. Some of the characteristics that the French artist absolutely esteems about design are the context of the work, discovering brand-new perspectives and creations as well as learning from other tremendously talented individuals. Furthermore, the designer does not differentiate working on a furniture or interior space, or whatever the case may be because although each project has a different value, the most important thing is to express oneself and telling a narrative that is not only about the product but also the people who are acquiring it. To Pillet, it is all connected to sharing his point of view to the public. In regards to his signature style, Christophe Pillet highlighted the fact that most of his pieces obey to an eclectic abundance. Additionally, he views design as a way to create daring and playful projects, and not to take everything in a serious manner. Nonetheless, the designer believes that time is a necessity when developing a new piece so as to guarantee that every single process is accurately completed. He is also quite careful when selecting colours, materials and textures. Pillet recommends young designers not to accelerate their careers, to give a certain time and space for things to happen naturally, however, he adds that in this business one must really trust in themselves and always listen to their heart and intuitions. Young designers should also be aware of their surroundings and what other designers are doing.
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH CHRISTOPHER GUY
It creates the fabulous backdrop for a showcase. When I did The Georgian restaurant in Harrods, the reason why I wanted to do it was because it was a great showcase, it was a great environment, so whenever you have the opportunity to devote your products into a great environment it makes it all worthwhile. CM: Handcrafted process was on spotlight at Maison et Objet in January, what do you think about the role of crafts in interior design? CG: With handcrafted you can change directions very quickly and that is the great opportunity that it offers once upon a time you would have a sofa with a matching coffee table, everything would look the same, like in a bedroom, the headboard, the side night stands will look the same. Now design is all about how to get movement and how to get variation, so you look at different materials and the combination, but somehow they will work together. To do that, craftsmanship works so much better as a result. CM: Your design includes the Chris-X leg design, how would you describe it to a design lover? CG: The Chris-X came about when I was looking at dining chairs. When you look at a dining chair... they always tend to be designed from the front, you see a little head on the front of the dining, when they slip under the table you see the front head. That part, that top third was important, but you mainly see the backs. If you saw the film Gone with The Wind, and you look at Scarlett Designer Christopher Guy was at Covet House Porto on a sunny day to talk about inspiration, crafts, the beginning of his career, also the famous Chris-X leg design and technology as a challenge. Let’s discover some thoughts and ideas of Christopher Guy’s brand founder and head-designer! Coveted Magazine: What inspires you in the city of Porto? Christopher Guy: There’s a sense of design, knowledge and skills, which I can see through the group here (Covet Group) that has really put it into practice. We always talk about design from Italy, and why from Italy? Maybe because Michelangelo came from Italy, so it’s very easy to associate design with Italy, you know, associating design with Porto... and Porto is now getting these little and larger companies as a center of design and creativity, which is why I am here today! CM: What do you think about Covet House project? CG: I’m very jealous (laughs). I said: “When I’ve gone wrong in life!?” (laughs) It’s a beautiful house and it’s lovely to see. It’s in the perfect environment as well: you’ve got water, you’ve got vegetation, and a beautiful house which showcases all the work.
O’Hara, you had that waist line , you have the shoulders, you have the waistline, but then I needed a leg, and if I had gone down to a single leg it wasn’t gonna give me the stability that I was looking for. So I thought “well, I need a Chris-X leg, a cross leg”. Then it happens to match my name, so Chris-X (laughs)! CM: Which major international events do you attend/follow to get all the latest novelties? CG: You have two main American shows: High Point Market and Las Vegas Market. Las Vegas deals more the South American Market, High Point still more about the rest of the country, and then in Europe people always talk about either Maison et Objet, which is more for the decorative items and for the furnishings, which turns us down to Milan (iSaloni). I think you can learn a little bit from each one of them for various reasons, but you don’t probably need to go to them every single year, there’s always gonna be something new... I mean, as long as you get to go to these every couple of years, you’re pretty much following the trends. But some of the times, is the smaller artisans. That’s where the hard work comes in design, those individuals, the smaller companies are able to produce individual items and the company isn’t large enough the be able to do some of the shows.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW //
“even when he was outselling me ten to one I was still not wanting to go back classic furnishings”
CM: How do you see the brand Christopher Guy in the future, 10 years from now? CG: Hell, actually we just celebrated our 10th anniversary this year. The design is not the challenge, manufacturing is not the challenge, the challenge is distribution, and that is why we’ve
CM: Who or what inspired you to grow personally and professionally?
been working in technology. Cause, last 10 years everything
CG: I think what inspired initially was how to put a roof over your
has changed. 20 years ago China brought new challenges and
head and how to feed yourself (laughs), that’s a good start. And
new possibilities to the market and then industry has changed,
from everything else, you want to do something which gives you
anyone who is now in the traditional business, I mean, many
passion, I can never do anything without passion, if I don’t have
companies have closed down because frankly the younger market
passion I can’t do. So, when I originally started, I’ve had discovered
is not interested in traditional. Even the fashion houses had to
about English classic furniture, like Chippendale’s furniture, how
change. If you’re Channel... I see that sometimes... they sell the
they were made. I remember, I tell my brother, I said: “Richard,
purses in sandwich boxes, in plastic sandwich boxes, which Coco
you’re looking for something to do, here is a business for you, to
Channel would have died if she ever saw that, but they are trying
do that.” He was doing all the classic furniture from Chippendale
to cater for the new market. So everyone is saying: “Here’s a new
and I said, well I’m gonna start my own mirror collection, and I
market, how do you cater for that market?” Well technology and
remember we did a show at the same time in Madrid, our first
conveniences are certainly central to that, how do you make sure
show. He outsold me ten to one (laughs). Everyone has wanting to
that your costume, your pricing is in the right range, so there’s a
buy classic furniture no one wanted to buy my mirrors, so I knew
lot of little things that are needed to be able to success moving
that I had to work a little bit harder on what I was doing, but still,
ahead. But design uniqueness, service and convenience. If you
even when he was outselling me ten to one I was still not wanting
maintain those, then you’ll have a business in 10, 20 and beyond.
to go back classic furnishings. CM: What happened next? What was your move? CG: (...) If you believe in something you try, you have to put a lot of hours into it and you really have to believe. You need to be unique in the industry, but unique in a sense that it has to be still marketable. Sometimes you go to a design school and someone has won an award for some fancy chair and from one side you could say the chair looks great, it’s like a sculpture, but is it marketable as a product? So you have to draw the line, how do you make that difference? When is it marketable? When is it a unique piece? So when I started creating one of the lifetime lessons, it is about how multiple pieces fit together. That’s actually a lot more difficult than doing mirror frames, cause when I was doing mirror frames it is one piece of design, no one fills a room with mirrors, but if you fill in with furnishings, then they do. So then how do they’ll work together without looking the same? And that’s when you need the different materials and different processes to do that. In my case, we’re manufacturing everything a 100% in the house, so you have to learn a lot of techniques and they cannot look the same as the technique in the other room.
“the design is not the challenge, manufacturing is not the challenge, the challenge is distribution”
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
WITH NICOLÒ FAVORETTO . RUBELLI Renowned for producing high-quality textiles and precious silks as
he explains, “we have to evolve to update ourselves,” he continues,
well as dressing up the most amazing homes and furniture designs
“the original place was a small loom mill and a shop in Venice, the
with exquisite materials and textures, the Rubelli Group was
mill evolved with evolved to a high-tech mill, we still have it, we
originated by a Venetian family and is regarded as one of the best
are still weavers, that’s very important because this allows us to do
luxury brands in the world. The brand is currently managed by
textiles, which are very different, this gives us a different state of
Nicolò Favoretto Rubelli. When it comes to everything regarding
mind and gives us the knowledge and craft to make real quality not
textiles, Venice was the privileged location to find luxury products,
just a pattern, but make quality in the fabric which is something
especially in the golden ages. According to Rubelli, there was a
that is characteristic and distinguished.” Rubelli has developed into
decadence period in the 19th centuries and many activities had
an international reference having opened stores in Paris, London,
expired production. In 1889, his grandfather purchased an antique
New York, and several other countries. In addition to knowing
activity that led the way to create the Rubelli brand, which has
where the real market and clients are, the brand has also acquired
been rather successful for over 135 years. It started with the
or partnered with a cluster of brands, such as Kieffer, which was
development of a small mill and a shop in Venice and it transformed
a more informal collection provided by Paola Navone; Rubelli has
itself into a full-fleshed company which guarantees that the needs
also joined forces with Armani Casa, providing exclusive textiles
of the clients of today’s market are completely satisfied. The Brand
from the Rubelli Collection, and lastly Donghia, American brand
concedes great importance to blending, tradition and innovation.
specialised in textiles and wallcoverings as well as the lifestyle
Nicolò Favoretto confessed that he is extremely aware that a
business. Through the latter, Rubelli received the knowledge to
company cannot evolve only on textiles and the same methods, as
decorate a full home.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW // The designer has also mentioned that fashion is one of the brand’s
called Domino which reaffirms the statement of reinvention by
main inspirations when creating newly bespoke and custom-made
adding a sparkling allure while still starting from the tradition
products. One of the most exciting and engaging achievements
standpoint. Moreover, Rubelli also has a Damantio, a new resin
of the brand was doing the curtains of the Bolshoi Opera House.
surface design which is transparent and gives the sensation that a
“We still want to do those things, if a decorator comes and say
fabric is floating inside, which is quite intriguing.
I have a beautiful home, I want something unique, we will do
Lastly, when asked what was the definition of luxury nowadays,
it. We will study, it could be linen, it could be cotton, could be
the designer responded by saying that bespoke, custom-made and
frame retardant, highly technical, could be golden silk. We don’t
uniqueness are what constitute that word, it is not about the gold
care, Entering the world of furnishings started for Rubelli with
and preciousness of thing, it is all about uniqueness.
Donghia, in which they presented a marvellous collection at Salone del Mobile, earlier this year, targeted specifically for the American market. The tailored-made collection is characterised by top-notch quality and a strong presence of Italian style. The brand also collaborated with late Milanese architect and designer, Luca Scacchetti, who created the first line. Slowly by slowly, the brand started to expand their territory in regards to furniture by introducing new designs that hadn’t been properly presented or were made in an erroneous time. Nicolò Favoretto revealed that it is a continuous challenge to modernise the company, because people’s perception may still lie on a company of antique fabrics, which is not entirely true since Rubelli has lingered onto other ventures as well. In regards to communication, the brand is quite precise on fomenting this idea, and they also present their new pieces or collection in a curated catalogue, which displays a few images that are rather unexpected as well as combining traditional fabrics with contemporary designs and settings. In regards to novelties, Rubelli enlisted the help of two young designers, the leaders of Nava+Nava, who created a versatile seat dubbed as Pila 47. The company also launched a wonderful contemporary sofa
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH SYBILLE DE MARGERIE
have to get our eyes open, because curiosity is the base of creativity, especially that things are going fast, that evolution is going very fast, so you’ve always to be updated in the expectation of people that is changing a lot every day.” Although Margerie has a master degree in law, her passion was always to be an interior designer, nonetheless, it came quite at hand since design is an area that on occasion focuses on business and investments worldwide. Her vocation for design started due to the fact that her family owned a chain of luxury hotels, as she disclosed, “It’s a part of my DNA and my expertise, I know naturally what luxury is, and so I think it has helped a lot in my career.” Sybille’s keenness to working with spaces is one of her most alluring qualities. She believes that this aspect is the core of an interior designer’s work: to develop an original space and to provide an exclusive and different design each time that conveys emotion, luxury and comfort. In concordance with a certain context or setting, the French designer often plays with different textures and colours in her designs. Even though Sybille de Margerie is the driving force of the studio that controls every step of the way, she is tremendously receptive concerning her team’s ideas and input. Frequently, SM Design has an exclusive team for the creation part and other for development, this is a key strategy that shows off their accomplishments and efficiency. Sybille de Margerie cites her favourite projects to be Cheval Blanc located in Courchevel as well as the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Paris. The Designer simply esteems the idea of working on challenging and complex projects which are as rewarding to the general public as to all of those involved in the production and development of each design. SM Design has recently launched a collection of furniture pieces, including dining table, coffee Understood as an area of expertise and luxury, Design is a culmination
tables, console tables, lighting pieces at Paris DECO OFF 2017.
of various movements of expression and knowledge. A worldwide
Combining various materials, such as glass, marble and wood with
craft that has created a gathering of professionals and enthusiasts
metal finishes, this new collection is rather singular than standard
alike that only keeps on growing. By virtue of such, discover the
exhibitions, having its own flair of luxury textures. The talented
wonderful working essence and ideologies of the renowned design
group added furnishings to their projects as a way to provide
group, SM Design which is guided by founder, Sybille de Margerie.
even more exclusive interiors while also employing pieces from
Sybille de Margerie best describes her design philosophy as a trinity
other accomplished designers and suppliers. Sybille de Margerie
of luxury, emotion and colours. The French designer always keeps
disclosed that the studio works with several designers, including
an open-mind and a sense of curiosity alert when it comes to
the likes of Hervé van der Straeten and Jean-Luc Monet.
designing. SM Design’s main objective lies in creating unique and bespoke projects. To the designer, paying attention to detail and a timeless design are two of the major components of conceiving a luxurious setting without ever compromising the idea of comfort. “I think that to do well, the project and our business is to stay curious and open-minded to what is around. So I mean every time you travel, you know we have to travel, we have to visit, and we
“you know we have to travel, we have to visit, and we have to get our eyes open, because curiosity is the base of creativity...”
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In regards to interior design serving as an improvement tool in people’s lives, Sybille disclosed that, “What we provide is professional work so we are professional first, and this seems ridiculous to say that but this is what people expect when they go and sign with you, that you provide, that you have an expertise and that you are going to share this expertise. So this is key because I think the success of a place is not only a nice design, it works, it is functional, it is timeless, it is comfortable, you have inserted technology in a way that it is easy to use.” She also believes that interior designers don’t function as specialists but rather experts on a certain matter, to create something functional and efficient that is both creative and emotive, therefore, satisfying the client’s needs. Furthermore, the designer draws inspiration in everything, from nature to museums, to artists, painters, architects, basically anything that reaches a level of impressiveness and emotionality, and something that is inimitable and knows no limitations. Lastly, Margerie recommends young designers to be strong and passionate about what they do, to be curious and creative, it is not only a matter of talent, one must have that willingness to triumph, to work internationally, to travel, to be adventurous. In the end, it is all of these components that lead to success. Out of curiosity, SM Design often works with interns which sometimes gives the opportunity to discover raw and ambitious talent.
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HOW TO DECORATE LIKE A PRO
WITH THE BEST INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS EVER From time to time, we think about what we could do to modernize our home decor, giving it another level of sophistication and charm. And even though after we have checked all magazines and gone online to search all about decoration, sometimes we just do not know how to apply properly all those home design ideas in our own space. Does it happen to you too? If so, have no fear because, in order to help everyone that is seeking a more appealing home decor, this practical decorating guide certainly contains some important tips and advice to pay attention. Just like any other professional field, Interior Design requires a knowledge that is renewed with the passing of the years and, with each new season, it's possible to point out new decorating trends to be followed, since this industry brings us innovations, new concepts and even experimentations in different styles, always providing beauty and style for any interior design projects.
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A new season is approaching and with it new decorating trends as well. But, there’s no need to wait for a new season to start sharing with you what is or isn’t trending when it comes to interior design. On the contrary, it’s always a great opportunity to anticipate, even because the trends are cyclical and renew themselves automatically. One thing is for sure, it does not matter if you have the best professionals by your side. That will be a great help, that's true. But the first — and perhaps the most important of all — advice on interior design is "research, research, research". It's crucial that you know what you are expecting as the final result. That's because, in addition to making your home decor look even more impressive, knowing the hottest decor trends will let you know how to compose beautiful, comfortable and stylish interiors, making your home even more attractive and cosier, but also ensuring each room gets the maximum potential from your decorating projects. Experts point out that many of the decoration trends for this season will remain strong by the end of the year, with some concepts, such as the conscious use of colours, the choosing neutral tones in the decoration and so on. Also optimized spaces and the use of wallpaper — especially metallic and matte — will continue to rise next year, ensuring that your decor looks not just beautiful and but also contemporary.
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10 HOME DECOR TRENDS TO COPY Season after season, professional designers around the world continue chasing the hottest decorating trends. The main goal is pretty clear: innovate without losing style! And as it has been said before, having a good professional guiding you while your dream project comes true is an important factor, but if we are talking about the decoration of your house, your home sweet home, everything, every single detail has to reflect the soul of the people who live in this place. So sit back and relax, because you are about to get the trendiest home decorating tips. Some of them you’ll want to apply right after this reading, for sure.
1. Open Spaces: The Best Quality on Industrial Style
The convenience of this sort of spaces is notorious, sparing walls and giving greater amplitude to the rooms. However, in order to achieve successful results, care should be taken in terms of decoration: maintaining a visual harmony through the proper choice of colours and furniture will be the master trick in industrial style designs.
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2. Go bold and Choose Furniture Pieces with Vibrant Colors
3. Plan a Highlighted Spot in the Room with Frames
This is a great way for those who want to embellish the spaces of the house by creating a seductive and unique composition. The vibrant and coloured furniture piece can be red, blue, yellow or any other colour that stands out among the other pieces of the ambience, giving identity to the place according to the personality of its owners. Remember: be careful when choosing the pieces of furniture with vibrant colours; they will be more favoured if the decoration has a neutral base such as black, white or grey.
This approach to decorating walls is equally ideal for those who want to convey a particular theme as it is for those looking to showcase any and all beautiful things. It's really important curate carefully the content of your frames around a central theme — like black-and-white prints or travel memories, for instance —, adding continuity to the design, while the grouping itself lends cohesion to even seemingly unconnected pieces.
4. Pick a Spectacular Plant for Your Favourite Room
5. Tiles is a Wonderful Way to Improve Your Kitchen
This is one of those decorating tips which fits beautifully in any room of your home. In order to create a more original and organic mood in your favourite spot, place the plant next to a big window, this way it will receive all sunlight necessary to keep it beautiful and healthy. After all, plants always give a very natural and delicate touch to any decor.
If you ask any interior designer what is the best way to improve the look of your kitchen, the answer will probably be always the same: the kitchen walls are essential in creating the mood that prevails in this room. But if you think the current wall colour is boring, you should think about choosing new tiles and renew the style of your kitchen. This is a fashionable decorating idea that will create a dynamic look in this area of the house.
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6. Small Plants Are a Smart and Trend Decor Idea
7. Wallpaper is Definitely a Decorating Trend to Copy
There is nothing more pleasant than seeing small plants populate all the rooms of our house, don’t you think? Among the most famous kind are the cacti: lovely and simple to maintain, this is a great choice to give a unique and modern touch to the ambience.
It has been used for many generations to beautify the interior of houses across the world, the wallpaper decorating style has evolved. Then to make a wall stand out, why not bet on it? It can be the wall behind a sofa, behind the headboard, close to the fireplace and so on. Choose a wall of relevance within your home and start working from there!
8. Celebrate the Shared Spaces in Your Home
9. Industrial Style with Bricks Will Rock Your World
When it comes to interior design, studio apartments will always be an interesting thing to pay attention. They stand out by the shared areas, delimited only by using some decorating elements such as furniture or rugs. Do you have a space like this? If so, remember that the key to this decorating approach is choosing a fabulous modern dining table, or a unique contemporary rug, or a gorgeous modern sofa, or even put all those together, making clear that there are different rooms without using walls to it.
Bricks are one of the most used materials nowadays, especially for those who love a decor style with an ultra modern touch. In fact, to achieve the perfect contemporary look by using bricks, bet on an industrial style decor, using bricks in their natural mode, without any kind of finish.
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10. Make Your Bed the Centre of Your Private Universe
Who has never dreamed of having one of those dreamy bedrooms that are usually seen on the covers of the worldwide interior design magazines that throw the first pillow! "But how to get it?", you may ask. Well, using good textiles in bed might be a good start. Also, soft cushions, blankets, and sheets are good allies when creating your own nest. But do not forget that this is your private universe and if there is a space in your home that you can be bold when decorating, it is the bedroom. Make this room your favourite spot in the entire world. Just do it!
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THE MOST COVETED INTERIOR DESIGN MAGAZINES Whether you are a professional designer or just a design lover, when it comes to decorating, being well informed and up to date following the latest trends will always be a deciding factor for a successful design project. In this case, one of the best sources of inspiration that you can easily get are the magazines specialising in interior decoration. Thus, the following magazines are just some of the best available on the market today. But sure they are an excellent starting point in the design race.
Architectural Digest
The magazine presents itself as “the international design authority� and, in fact, it has been a reference for decades, usually presenting the best works of architecture and design.
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One of the best resources for interiors designers and architects, presenting real-time design industry news, groundbreaking projects, innovative new products and exclusive in-depth research.
One of the most influential worldwide magazines, it has set the design agenda as one of the world’s most important design and lifestyle magazines.
With a fresh and international viewpoint, it presents informative articles on interior trends and architecture, interviews, shopping guides and more.
This publication brings together the broadest spectrum of homes, art features and product shoots, with editorial of the highest integrity, produced to the highest specifications.
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TOP 10 INTERIOR DESIGNERS OF ALL TIME As you may have already figured, architecture and design are not static fields: styles evolve, as well technologies advance, driving new daily challenges. Among so many tips we could give you, one of the most important — probably the infallible one! — is keeping an eye on what the best professionals across the Globe have done. The following famous interior designers are recognised worldwide for their imaginative, intelligent and inspiring work.
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Expansive Living Area in residence project in Austin, TX by Kelly Wearstler
Contemporary Entry and Hall in Los Angeles, CA by Jean-Louis Deniot
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Dior London flagship store, designed by superstar New York architect Peter Marino
Callas House in Budapest, designed by David Collins Studio
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Private Residence Taipei Lovingly conceived and richly designed by Marcel Wanders
Rustic Chic Living Room Design at the Ski Chalet in France by Kelly Hoppen
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The chic and cosmopolitan Ha(a)ĂŻtza Hotel, in France, by Philippe Starck
Designing is storytelling in this renovation of a TriBeCa apartment by Rockwell Group
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Remarkable living room interior design in neutral colours by Victoria Hagan Interiors
Designed by Marmol Radziner, the Summit Ridge interiors have a strong mid-century modern European influence.
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FALL 2017 TRENDS FOR HOME INTERIOR DESIGN ACCORDING TO PANTONE
Every season, Pantone colour Institute creates THE PANTONE Fashion Colour Report based on the colours shown by fashion designers in their collections at New York Fashion Week. That report highlights the top colours for men's and women's fashion for the upcoming season. Inspired by the colour palette for Fall 2017, luxury brands, Brabbu and Boca do Lobo created a unique colour guide applied to home interior design that you cannot miss for your upcoming project. Classic autumnal colours like the dynamic Grenadine red or the tawny Autumn Maple embrace the warmth and comfort that are so typically associated with this season. At the same time, we have more striking shades like pink Ballet Slipper, the refreshing Golden Lime and the bright Marina blue.
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PANTONE 19-1725 Tawny Port
PANTONE 19-4029 Navy Peony
Taking the Red family to new levels, Tawny Port is elegant, sophisticated and tasteful.
Solid and stable, Navy Peony is a dependable and an anchoring shade, taking some of the load off of black as a go-to neutral.
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PANTONE 17-4402 Neutral Gray
PANTONE 16-0543 Golden Lime
The standard holder of all neutrals, Neutral Gray shares the anchoring role with Navy Peony in this palette. It can be used as an accent or a head-to-toe statement shade.
Earthy tones with a twist, the golden undertones of Golden Lime makes this yellow-green shade a refreshing complement to fall classics.
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PANTONE 17-4041 Marina
PANTONE 17-1145 Autumn Maple
Marina
Cool with an enhanced vitality, Marina is truly the only cool colour in the fall palette that transmits freshness and brightness.
A quintessential autumn colour, Autumn Maple is tawny and russet, introducing warmth into the palette.
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ODETTE
LONDON, UK
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Considered by many the best restaurant of the year in 2017, Odette is much more than a name, it is a tribute to a very special grandmother. The Design company Universal Design Studio located in London, UK worked together with their clients The Lo & Behold Group to create a modern and contemporary hospitality project: The Odette Restaurant.
“The use of natural light and a bright palette offers a welcome departure from more traditional fine dining restaurants where darker, heavier tones are often found.” Situated in the newly refurbished Singapore National Art Gallery (home to the Nation's art collection), this magnificent Restaurant was designed as an art piece in itself, an extension of the collection housed in the historic building. When we asked Lee Ying Ying the Executive for Marketing and Communications for The Lo & Behold Group about the inspiration for this restaurant, he said: “ Odette is award-winning Chef-Owner Julien Royer’s first restaurant, located at the iconic National Gallery Singapore. It is a tribute to his grandmother Odette, who taught him how some of the most remarkable dishes can come from the simplest ingredients. This ethos has directed every aspect of the Odette brand – focusing on the fundamentals and applying the utmost care to every detail.” About the concept he also told us : "The design of the restaurant reflects Chef Julien's approach of keeping the integrity of ingredients and their pure flavours with a soft colour palette and décor that is comfortably elegant, all while respecting the historic and iconic National Gallery location.” The celebration of craft is demonstrated through the use of natural, raw elements presented in a soft colour palette of natural timber, pink terrazzo marble, with nickel and brass accents. The use of natural light and a bright palette offers a welcome departure from more traditional fine dining restaurants where darker, heavier tones are often found. Universal Design Studio sought to achieve these refreshing objectives all while respecting the historic and iconic location within the National Gallery – a Colonial Era, Classical building, formerly the Supreme Court House of Singapore.
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The gallery's original Corinthian columns are referenced with faceted columns in the dining room, as is the striking floor of the gallery lobby, through the use of Palladiana marble in the restaurant. A key feature central to the dining experience is the glass-encased kitchen, where diners have the opportunity to witness the chefs at work. Universal Design Studio has also collaborated with Singaporean artist Dawn Ng to create a mobile centrepiece for the restaurant. When asked about the Brand used for this project Lee Ying Ying replied: “We've worked with quite a lot of brands, some of which include makers, artisans and craftsmen such as Montgolfier, Plane & Bevel, Sugahara, Safran, Kevala, Luesma & Vega and Serax. Other furnishing brands include Shine by S.H.O., Mario Botta, Palau, Michael Anastassiades.� "We also decided to choose DelightFULL Galliano Lamp because it is a simple linear brass wall light that is installed on each column in the restaurant to add visual interest and a human scale to the grand space. The lights also help highlight the columns and provide detail to the architecture.� In addition to this distinct decoration, Odette is an excellent destination for the most distinguished palates.
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CONTEMPORARY APARTMENT KIEV, UKRAINE
This contemporary apartment in Kiev is inside a 19th-century
The interior designers' fingerprint is present in every single detail of
building and it's shimmering with trendy retro lighting designs.
this project, specifically in the sculptural elements that were added
Alena Makagon, Alexandr Ivasiv and Artem Zavarzin worked
in the ceilings and walls.
together on this interior design project in Kiev, Ukraine. This
The project also reflects the perfect combination of old and new,
contemporary apartment was a tribute to the decorative facade
making this a dazzling and stunning residence. “Our idea was to
of the 19th-century building, as it is possible to see through the
keep the interior space simple in shapes and put an emphasis on
architecture and contemporary design of this unique apartment.
classical white walls that contrast with a modern, predominantly dark furniture and floor."
“In the dining room area, a mid-century suspension lamp by DelightFULL anchors the dining table and highlights the room’s sense of modernity and usage of space. ”
The Designer told us. When entering the apartment, we’re immediately taking aback by the beautiful turquoise metal elements all over the home’s foyer. It’s impossible to miss this mirrored section of the house, with opens up as a closet and it almost gives the sense of a ‘house within a house’.
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PROJECTS // Pastorius is a sophisticated and highly functional piece with an extendable arm can be adjusted into different positions, making it the perfect lighting design for this lovely master bedroom.There is also a nursery, where colourful artwork adorns the walls in the most beautiful way, with a geometric rug that adds playfulness and a soft surface where the kids can play freely. The two bathrooms are covered in colours and key elements that create focal points. In one of the bathrooms, there is a vanity with sleek grey cabinetry and a tall mirror that makes the space feel wider. There is a luxurious suspension lamp, also by DelightFULL, in black and golden finishes that complete the look and makes the bathroom feel as sophisticated as the other stunning rooms in the house. Finally, it’s important to emphasize that DelightFULL lighting designs add a unique touch to this Kiev apartment, through its sophisticated and sober lines. Each DelightFULL piece embraces a story and fits the sculptural elements that are present in every
“There is also a nursery, where colourful artwork adorns the walls in the most beautiful way, with a geometric rug that adds playfulness and a soft surface where the kids can play freely.”
single detail of this project perfectly. The lighting designs also represent the new character of the building, providing a fine contrast with the more traditional side of the apartment. Therefore, DelightFULL lamps bring a mid-century and welcoming vibe and brighten up this dazzling interior design project in the heart of Kiev.
Another great thing about this private closet is what’s behind it… there is an actual private space for a dog house, with hidden ventilation in the equally turquoise pipes that climb up to the ceiling. Making way to the living room, it is easy to understand how the whole space stands inside a 19th-century building, with tall and bright white walls going multiple feet high towards a white embroidered ceiling. These classic white walls make a stunning contrast against the contemporary furniture and the dark wooden flooring. In the dining room area, a mid-century suspension lamp by DelightFULL anchors the dining table and highlights the room’s sense of modernity and usage of space. Just behind the dining table, and hidden behind the tainted dark glass doors, we can see the kitchen. Standing behind the doors, they allow for it to enjoy a more private space away from the dining and living rooms. However, there’s a twist: there is actually an artificial mirror that conceals a television behind it! Going into the master bedroom, what promptly pops up are the colourful built-in closets located right in the middle of the room, thus creating two main spaces: the bed and the dressing area. A nice soft glow comes out of the hidden LED lights above the closet, which gives the room the perfect cosy ambience. Cleverly hidden on the side of the closet there's a small area with a quaint desk that is ideal for a nice afternoon working. Above the bedside tables, it's impossible to miss the mid-century wall lamps by DelightFULL.
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LILI’S BAR
FRANKFURT, GERMANY
PROJECTS // At the heart of Frankfurt is the recently opened 5-star-hotel Sofitel Opera. Not only does it provide a luxurious sense of comfort, but also a unique experience through the combination of the mid-century French Design style with the contemporary and modern culture of the city itself.
“All of these handmade pieces make a statement through the highquality fabrics used and the colour combination. It fits perfectly within the charm of the hotel.” This stunning palace at Opernplatz first opened in October 2016 to show the world the infinite possibilities of luxury and creativity, being the main inspiration for the architecture of the 17th and 18th centuries in today’s world. This concept was developed by Nicolas Adnet from MHNA Paris. As they describe themselves, they intend to offer “(…) a certain vision of elegance, a cultured, respectful and approving look at history", and this was exactly what they managed to do in this project in Germany. As you come to the Hotel, you are overwhelmed with the lobby's refreshing feeling of elegance and sophistication, and you have a similar yet exclusive experience in each of the 120 rooms. The entire concept relies on this magical sense of standing in a wonderland where everything is extraordinary. And it truly is. The grace of every detail throughout the corridors lead the guests to astonishing places within the hotel, making them feel and believe in an artistic and conceptual design style. Every single feature of the project was carefully thought out, such as Lili’s Bar. Named after Lili Schönenmann, the great love of Goethe's life, the hotel bar is a perfectly shaped design with the most beautiful and high-end quality furniture by BRABBU. The entire space is fulfilled with luxury design pieces by this Portuguese design force which also contributes to enriching the poetic and romantic idea behind the project. Lili's Bar is a sophisticated space, perfect for a leisure or business meeting. Together with the graciousness of the staff, the entire atmosphere provides you with a soothing and refine date. The strength and naturality embodied in the furniture add personality and character to the design that, when combined with the concept behind, it makes Lili's Bar a powerful and influential place to enjoy. The design features BRABBU’s Kansas armchair, MAA armchair and the stunning MAASAI sofa. All of these handmade pieces make a statement through the high-quality fabrics used and the colour combination. It fits perfectly within the charm of the hotel. Both the Hotel and the Bar Design are living celebrations of interior design and L’Arte de Vivre that characterizes the French design style. In Frankfurt, one of the most important cities in Germany, stands a great palace that carries memories, history and culture.
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PENTHOUSE
MALLORCA, SPAIN
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“Palm trees, neon lights, exquisite Jonathan Adler designs and bespoke rugs carefully woven with the unique Beiriz Portuguese knowledge...� When Hollywood Deco style meets Miami colourful vibe by the sea, the final result is this breathtaking penthouse anchored in sunny Mallorca. A three bedroom apartment where Bconnected Living Concepts and designers Monica Cernich and Marie-Luise Leja let the inspiration take over. Palm trees, neon lights, exquisite Jonathan Adler designs and bespoke rugs carefully woven with the unique Beiriz Portuguese knowledge come together with the solid and elegant design of a Knoll calacatta marble dining table and Pieere Frey wallpaper to make this feast for the owners. The placement is unbeatable: terraces hanging from heaven, nature embracing every corner and the swift breeze of the Mediterranean haven. The Mid-Century Glam is more visible in the lighting all around the Penthouse with DelightFULL Brand to gain prominence with Brubeck Suspension in the Dinning area. Also taking the centre stage is one of the most iconic Floor Lamps from DelightFULL: StarDust Lamp is the showstopper from the Living room area. A true star.
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This beautiful family chose the perfect place for their vacation home. The challenge was set and what started out as a shy attempt to upgrade a tailored space with luxurious embankment turned out to be the design of a lifetime. Monica and Marie-Luise were responsible for the shaping of an elegant diplomatic suit into a sassy cocktail dress, flamingos and pineapples included: the best for the very best; an exquisite place for an exquisite family and as they said in their own words: a client like this comes around once in a lifetime! Bconnected is a creative lifestyle company born out of a love for a place and a passion for design. When Christine Leja and Andree Mienkus started bconnected in Santa Catalina in 1997, the neighborhood was still a sleepy fisherman’s village, but Christine and Andree felt an immediate connection to the area which would become the center of their dynamic business. If Andree has a sharp eye for real estate and strong market sensibility, Christine is the passionate visionary with an intuitive approach to business, ready to take action and put the projects into place.Together their vision is one that encourages creativity, positive living, and inspiration. Bconnected believes in a holistic approach towards design and living. “Everything is connected,� Leja likes to say, and that is exactly how they grew their business to include real estate, architecture, design, living concepts, and even chocolate. The bconnected team makes this holistic concept possible. Over the years, the team has become like a big family, each person plays an important role in developing the business, supported by their mentors, Christine and Andree.
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FONTAIN SQUARE APARTMENTS KIEV, UKRAINE
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“We removed as many walls as was possible to achieve an open space effect. A wooden wall acts as a partition between the entrance hall and living area.” The project consists of 2-bedroomed apartments located in the centre of Kiev, Ukraine, with a total area of 175m2 designed
concept. We removed as many walls as was possible to achieve an open space effect. A wooden wall acts as a partition between the entrance hall and living area. The bedroom is a special place. Deep and warm textures of wood, ochre and bronze create a cosy feeling in the space. Bespoke design wood panels feature here. The open bath tub installed in the bedroom is an unusual solution, but it worked. Walls in the section containing the bath are covered with panels of glass and wood.
by Nataly Bolshakova. (Lead of the Interior design Company,
Nataly Bolshakova: Minimalism and discreet luxury - so you
Member of the Society of British International Design SBID,
can briefly describe my “signature” style that can be traced in
Regional director SBID Ukraine, Winner of European Property
almost every project of our studio. We managed to create our
Awards 2015, and Winner of SBID International Design Awards
own style which is sustained, recognizable, elegant, developing
2012). This project was created for a young couple, who are well
in line with the European traditions, but at the same time it
travelled and have formed their own vision and taste in decor. The
is modern. Clean architectural lines, impeccable selection of
aim was a symbiosis of hotel style, luxury contemporary design
furniture and contemporary art raise questions - indispensable
and not dry minimalism.
components of our interiors. Another important part of our
This interior is most impressive in the evenings, when the whole
approach to the creation of the interior is the cooperation with
scenario glimmers with the exclusive sets of lighting. Dark
the best producers and legendary brands. I sincerely believe
tints and contrasts dominate here; one can feel totally at ease
that It is not necessary to agree to a compromise in matters of
surrounded by these deep colours.
quality, because it is the only way to achieve the best result.
The living-room is organized as a studio, the kitchen is incorporated into in the living area and designed to complement the main
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The significant and decorative elements in the bedroom area are the lighting Coltrane by Delightfull. It’s very special, untypical. The lighting is composed chiefly from metal. To achieve a beautiful colour contrast we chose the 100% sea tint wool textile by Dedar. NB: “DelightFULL - one of those brands, which combines the excellent quality and the "spark". Looking at each products of the brand, you immediately understand that the brand is created with great love. Of course, this energy fills the space where we use lighting of DelightFULL. Unexpected solutions, stunning, interesting design – It seems to me that when you start working with this brand once, it will be impossible to stop working with it“. We chose the furniture from our portfolio of Italian brands. White arm-chairs Jensen by Minotti – unbelievably comfortable, aesthetics are important but comfort is fundamental to the design. The other furnishings in the sofa zone are also by Minotti. In the kitchen we used – Varenna Poliform – perfect quality and design. The dining area has a Lennon table by Minotti and conceptual Manta leather chairs by Poliform. Dining lightning by Penta Glo adds gloss and shine to the whole interior. The picture by the Ukrainian artist Yaroslav Prisyagnyuk is the centrepoint of the living-room. A Pallet of this work was the starting point for choosing colours for this zone. The best match, in terms tint and facture came from from Dedar. NB: Of course, professionalism, excellent taste and knowledge are the basis in our job, but only sincere involvement into work separates the ordinary designer from the gurus of its field. I like working in all phases - acquintance with the client and knowledge of his/her needs, hobbies, character, design, implementation and decorate of our spaces. Another important point which a leader should take into account is the love and care with regard to each member of his/her team. If you want to make the team works well and harmoniously, you should make every effort to keep it as comfortable as possible, and to give a comprehensive development.
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THE BENNETT BAR NEW YORK, USA
“To make The Bennett a truly special place, its elegance and intimacy had to stand out.”
Coveted Magazine (CM): How would you describe The Bennett Bar project? It has a signature touch? Delphine Mauroit (DM): The Bennett was previously a Belgian Café. Because of the changing dynamics in the neighbourhood, our client wanted to convert it to cater to the current demographic of
Coveted magazine had the opportunity to interview the Belgian interior designer Delphine Mauroit, currently based in New York City (where she founded her company DMDesign & Architecture in September 2008), about her recent work with The Bennett Bar. Delphine Mauroit received a License in Architecture from the University of Brussels – Victor Horta Institute in Belgium. She is dedicated to creating beautiful and original design spaces while always showcasing extreme adaptability and attention to her clients’ creative requests. Her distinctive European sensitivity to the social is uniquely applied to the spatial to offer a deep sense of balance and harmony in the movements, interactions, and energies that flow between people and spaces. Delphine Mauroit has been recognized for her unparalleled creative talent and professional success in global high-end projects with Yabu Pushelberg and Innovative design and architecture projects with Rockwell Group, including the 75-Wall Condominium Residences and Andaz Hotel;
Tribeca (downtown casual chic, high income, celeb-worthy) We started the conversation around an upscale neighbourhood bar with the signature touch of the cocktail bars we’ve previously collaborated on: Raines Law Room and Dear Irving. The neighbourhood feeling is translated in our design: the diner feel of the logo, the vintage menu boards announcing the names and shifts of each bartender. A signature touch we kept from our other concepts is the service bell, but we’ve added a slight twist: when you ring the bell for service, the table number appears in the mirror behind the bar signalling your request for service. The experience at The Bennett revolves around the art of the cocktail, so we’ve accentuated the bar as the focal point. All seating around the elongated marble-topped bar is elevated so guests can watch the bartender prepare their cocktails. CM: What makes The Bennett Bar special when compared to other bars in NYC? DM: To make The Bennett a truly special place, its elegance and intimacy had to stand out. This elegance is conveyed through the contrasting materials we used: the chevron dark wooden wallpaper, the plush blue velvet banquettes, the raw concrete floor, the shagreen leather on the table tops. To reinforce the path between the bar and the seating area,
PROJECTS // elevated wooden patterns were added onto the wall. Together with the retro golden chandeliers above the elongated black marble bar, they create a warm and intimate atmosphere. I always pay great attention to detail: when designing for the hospitality industry, this can elevate a space to the next level. The service bell I mentioned before is one of those details that no other bar in New York City has, but it is a feature a lot of people talk about and appreciate. CM: Be in love with our work is always the key to achieve better results. Are you in love with this job? What do you love most about being an interior designer? DM: There is nothing more exciting than receiving the initial brief from a client; listening to their dreams and aspirations and feeling the adrenaline pumping as creative ideas start to spark in my mind. This creative rush is what I love about my job: combining the client’s ideas with my own inspiration to create a story that reflects the client’s vision and exceeds their expectations. I am very passionate about what I do and love to create a buzz around a project. Being able to transform a space and make it successful, creating a concept people talk about and want to come experience is something I strive for with every project I take on. This is exactly what we’ve achieved with The Bennett; we’ve created a story, transporting people to another place. A place where they can breathe and unwind, enjoy a lovely cocktail and a beautiful experience. CM: Do you have a favourite project or a favourite story about one of your projects? DM: That would be the Raines Law Room on 17th Street. It was my first project with Yves Jadot (CEO of YJRG) and Alberto Benenati. The level of success exceeded what we initially expected. Yves and Alberto had never opened a lounge before and I was still working as a full-time employee at a design firm. Yves’ initial idea was to open a space for him and his friends to hang out after hours. When he contacted me via Facebook to inquire about my interest for the project, I almost did not reply! Luckily I did, and the original idea transformed to what everyone now knows as one of the best speakeasy bars in New York City. I worked many nights and weekends after my day job with a very low budget and low expectations, but this project ultimately became the one that helped launch my career. When I proposed to incorporate the service bell as a key feature of the bar, I knew it would help create that intimacy and add a special touch to the space, something people would remember. Yves initially did not like the idea and I had to push to convince him. It is now the key feature in all the cocktail bars we’ve collaborated on. This goes to show that a designer must push their client’s vision sometimes to accomplish a vision.
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CM: How important is a perfect chemistry between you and your
CM: Keep up to date on all the trends is essential for anyone who
clients to achieve the best results?
wants to conquer this market. In what ways do you keep updated
DM: I would say it is the most important thing. As an interior
with new trends?
designer, you are somewhat a therapist to your clients. You have
DM: Travel is the best way to keep up with trends and to get
to level with them to understand their vision and dreams for a
inspired. You need to see what’s happening outside your own
project. It is important to build that trust with your client to be
space. Our office is in Manhattan and as much as New York City is
able to communicate the good as well as the bad.
the heart of many things, you also encounter a lot of similarities. To
A lot of architects have a very specific style and oftentimes they’ll
break this pattern, it is important to travel outside. I recently went
want to impose it. Even though I might have developed somewhat
to Mexico City where I was blown away by the level of design. On
of a style, I like to differentiate. My portfolio is very diverse, as I
a trip to Marrakesh I not only found great design inspiration, but
really try to listen to my clients, really try to understand what they
I also connected with a furniture manufacturer who could create
want. And sometimes I have to challenge the client’s vision, but
interesting designs, generating a new opportunity to collaborate.
when you have built that trust, they will usually follow our lead.
Closer to home, in Connecticut I found many antique stores that sparked my inspiration. A lot of my friends, clients and colleagues
CM: Do you think working with teams in interior design is better
share images of places they’ve visited and found inspirational
or worse than working alone? Why?
because they know how much it inspires me.
DM: Working with a team is always better. DMDesign has
When not travelling, I would say Pinterest and design blogs are a
team members from all over the world: France, Texas, The
great place to discover on-going trends. The yearly design and art
Philippines, Poland and Belgium. A mix of cultures is crucial: it is
shows, such as the Architectural Digest Show in New York or the
extremely enriching; we find inspiration in each other and in our
Milan Expo always offer a sound overview of on-going industry
contradictions.
trends. Art shows are a very important source of inspiration to
Next to the actual design work, we also have to manage clients,
me. Interestingly, part of being recognized professional, your ex
contracts, planning and research. As we manage these parts of this
clients, friends, ex colleagues… send you images of places they’ve
job, it is important to have our team to fall back on.
been around the world, because they know I’m an avid taker of
We spend a lot of time together and work in an open space, so
inspiration.
there is a lot of cross-project input from everyone, which is a key
But most of all I learn from other people. Meeting new people or
component to enrich our work.
talking to people who are active in different fields provides great knowledge on what is going on in the world right now.
PROJECTS // CM: All artists need some inspiration to work, and interior designer are artists too. So, what or who inspires you? DM: Living and working in New York City you feel a certain invisible competition. It’s an indirect and positive competition, which keeps me inspired and pushes me to continuously do better. Some of the firms I’ve worked for never cease to inspire me: Yabu Pushelberg and The Rockwell Group. Peter Marino also inspires me a lot. As an architect, Zaha Hadid remains a true pioneer: not only for her accomplishments as a female architect, but for the architectural industry in general. CM: If you had to pick one project around the world that you wish it had been made by you, which would it be? DM: When it opened its doors in 2009, The Mandarin Hotel in Barcelona by Patricia Urquiola was a surprise to me. Her style and perspective on design were very fresh and innovative and I could feel the feminine taste translated in her design and composition of the space. CM: Choosing the best pieces to compose a project can be the secret to getting the best overall result. Although it seems easy, this is a delicate task and needs full attention on time to execute it. Do you have some tips for those who do not know well how to start a challenge like this? DM: The key is to find a very strong concept based on understanding the potential target audience; you need to get a great story, geared towards it’s intended audience. When you know why you are creating that story, you have your outline. This is the skeleton you can start building on. Without a story, you can’t create anything. CM: What are your favourite brands, those that can never miss in one of your projects? DM: I’m not married to a specific brand. My priority is to combine my client’s wishes and dreams with the brands and pieces that best fit their vision to create something truly unique. I do work with the same team of craftsman and women: someone for curtains, upholstery, carpentry etc.… A lot of our pieces are custom-made for specific projects and we often repurpose pieces to suit the space. This helps create a unique story not only for our clients, but for everyone experiencing our projects.
“I’m not married to a specific brand. My priority is to combine my client’s wishes and dreams with the brands and pieces that best fit their vision to create something truly unique.”
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BARCELONA APARTMENT BARCELONA, SPAIN
“The feature timber ceiling which runs down the rear of the dining table allowed ARRCC to highlight one of the client’s important artworks which anchored the space and created a focal point in the length of the open-plan living room.”
The renowned interior design studio, ARRCC created the flawless interiors of a Barcelona Apartment, located in the prominent area of Passeig de Gràcia. Through the combination of African influences and contemporary design, the studio led by Mark Rielly transformed the apartment into a tactile a welcoming space. In addition, ARRCC also drew inspiration from the culturally-vibrant Barcelona lifestyle and high-end fashion. An eclectic palette and the use of quality materials grant authenticity and integrity to the apartment. Moreover, a combination of metals, raw wood, suedes and high-gloss surfaces creates the ultimate sensory experience. Each division displays a spectacular narrative that is enhanced by exquisite textures and polished raw materials, such as stained oak woods, bespoke vertical brass screens, modern cladding and lacquered panelling. Throughout the apartment, minimalist and modern appeal alongside masculine and feminine finishes are quite
PROJECTS // conspicuous. “We wanted to create an intimate, warm and moody
The lengthened roof terrace highlights a landscaping ambience
interior that we found was common in a lot of high-end boutique
with custom-designed umbrella canopies which were inspired by
stores,” says Mark Rielly, “Masculine colours and darker woods
the own majestic avenue of Passeig de Gràcia. These pieces allow
provide clues to the African rhythms. To build on this, we took a
for exceptional privacy. The smoky mirrors under the bar and the
relaxed approach to curved shapes, adding draped leather sofas and
double-volume garden wall give depth to the outdoor space.
details such as the vintage endocrine coffee table,” continued the
“From an interior designer’s perspective, what may be trouble-
proficient director and project leader.
free to the eye came with great complexity. We had to adhere to
The feature timber ceiling which runs down the rear of the dining
elements of the original plan including a historical hexagonshaped
table allowed ARRCC to highlight one of the client’s important
central courtyard. Our solution to this tricky shape was to open
artworks which anchored the space and created a focal point in the
the design up and reflect elements of this shape throughout the
length of the open-plan living room.
apartment.” – Jon Case, ARRCC director
The Main bedroom displays faceted marble ledges along with
Through a refined approach to design focused on detail and
feminine geometric wall lights. This gorgeous space has a fluid
substance, the ARRCC studio conceives well-organized and life-
and luxurious warmth to it due to the addition of distressed
changing interior spaces that reflect not the only the clients’
leathers and plush suedes as well as soft cream window drapes.
desires but also the essence of the location.
In the Meantime, the kitchen presents streamlined elements of textured wood and charcoal stone making sure that the style of the apartment is upheld.
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THE VILLA
SCANDINAVIA, NORWAY
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“The Villa is a luxurious log cabin with top-notch facilities and sensational views of the Jämtland Mountains.” Anemone Wille Våge is an established interior designer who started out as a stylist in editorial work for interior magazines. The prominent designer has created her own studio, Wille Interior which focuses on private and commercial projects. The studio has shaped a characteristic style as well as an aesthetic that equals sophistication, luxury and refinement. The Wille Interior Studio was responsible for the design of a Villa, in the Copperhill Mountainside Lodge, in Åre-Björnen, Sweden. The project was concluded in 2010 and is considered to be one of the most stunning private villas in all Scandinavia. The Villa is a luxurious log cabin with top-notch facilities and sensational views of the Jämtland Mountains. Sleeping up to 16 guests, this private chalet oozes glamorous alpine charm, without losing anything in terms of comfort and intimacy. Stylish furnishings, sophisticated interior design by Anemone Wille Våge, tailored services and an ambience of warmth and luxury blend to create one of the hippest and most exclusive ski lodges in Sweden. With an extravagant sort of log cabin accommodations, the Villa was conceived as a unique set of a classic and exclusive winter resort that clearly stands out from other hospitality retreats in the Scandinavian Peninsula. It gives emphasis to the “Home Away from Home” saying and can be characterised as a faultless and entertaining “winter wonderland”, as described by the owner of the private ski lodge, Petter A. Stordalen. Every inch of the 700 square metres was supervised with first-rate designs, materials and quality. Wille Interior succeeded in creating stylish and luxurious spaces convey an unmatched flamboyance and intimacy in the great volumes and three floors. The Villa consists of seven bedrooms with fourteen beds in the main house as well as a linked apartment that holds 2 other beds. Having in consideration that this villa would be the idyllic place for a family and/or gathering purposes, whether on a professional or social basis, it was designed to provide the utmost discretion and sense of elegance appealing to everyone’s desires and needs.
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COUNTRY HOUSE MOSCOW, RUSSIA
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In 2011, the Russian designers Olesia Sitnikova and Ekaterina
As soon as the designers encounter the country house, they
Tulupova founded Arch.Predmet Interior Design Studio, located
envision an empty space without any partitions. The layout
in Moscow. The dynamic duo engages in designing private and
of the place was made taking into consideration the wishes of
public spaces all over the world.
the clients. For the ground floor, they opted for a spacious loft,
A specific feature of all their projects is eclecticism and fusion in
a lounge zone, a study, a dining room with two informal living
author’s interpretation. In 2016, Arch.Predmet Interior Design
rooms and a small kitchen is also enclosed in this space. Since the
Studio completed the project of a country house in which they
loft’s ceiling was 7 metres, the designers decided to design the
combined contemporary design and natural materials.
space in the most efficient way, including arranging a mezzanine
“This gorgeous country house is comprised of a series of custom-made elements that raise the glamorous vibe of this project.”
floor that includes a library and a cigar room. In the meantime, sleeping accommodations are located on separate floors. Each one has their own bathroom, walk-in closet, a mini-kitchen, and much more. In addition, renowned architect, Thomas bar reinforced the interior concept. However, the authors were not facing the challenge to fill the rooms with the items that are typical of a ‘house in the country’. “It is neither Chateau nor chalet. You won’t see here bearskins and reindeer heads, we carefully tried to avoid cliches. We strived to create the interior of a country house with due regard to modern trends, to make a warm and cosy space full of natural materials.
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We used very much wood in the interior to decorate the walls, the floors and partially the ceiling. This material creates a remarkable atmosphere and smells fantastic.� The idea of revealing the ceiling beams that have previously been hidden was definitely efficient. The unconventional bionic form of the beams makes the interior seem much more modern. Due to the architectural features incorporated, Arch.Predmet was also able to use battens and lamellas to produce the best effect possible. By using such techniques, it adds complexity and diversity to the interior space. In the end, the house highlights a lower amount of materials being used, laconic furniture items and quiet colours. This gorgeous country house is comprised of a series of custommade elements that raise the glamorous vibe of this project. The increasingly high day beds were made in Italy based on sketches by Olesia and Ekaterina. The carpets were made by Kover Bßr and designed by the dynamic duo. One of their favourite brands is the Portugal-based contemporary art furniture brand Boca do Lobo which was responsible for the design of the avant-garde and customised cabinets dubbed Pixel. The brand utilised four species of wood to complete them and the interior is decorated with powder-blue velvet matching the colour of the daybeds.
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HERITAGE HOME SIDNEY, AUSTRALIA
PROJECTS // Brendan Wong is well-known for its signature style of providing
A custom designed lucite desk is positioned centrally between the
an unexpected interior space, which is reflective in the interior
formal dining and living spaces. The large landscape painting by
design of a heritage home in the East of Sydney, originally built
Alexander McKenzie in the dining room inspired the bold overview
around 1890. To accommodate the needs of a modern and growing
of emerald green in the velvet dining chairs and the stunningly
family, Brendon Wong Design created a luxuriously contemporary
faceted foyer cabinet. The modern bedrooms have an extremely
and clever sanctuary where the clients’ were looking for classic
flourish and tailored feel while the master bedroom has a tan leather
architectural integrity and a special interest in collections of art.
custom bedhead as a focal point. The luxurious ambience in this
“Our clients were very keen for their home to be comfortable
sets is defined by the warm palette and fine linen drapery. Due to
and welcoming. We achieved this by layering rich textures and
the seamless and regal use of colour, the house evokes the grandeur
keeping the palette natural, so it’s visually interesting but still
of the building in a modern manner, take, for example, the deep
calm,” disclosed Wong. Embracing Sydney’s sophisticated side the
emeralds and mustard yellow tones. Adding to the high impact
structure came together by combining furnishings that are elegant
interior is Brendan’s expert curation of statement furniture and décor
yet comfortable and robust. The forms, materials and details present
which several were custom-made. A gem-like console in the entry
intriguing twists which blend perfectly in the furniture and lighting
foyer, hand-cut and faceted mirrors, or the geometric chandeliers
pieces. The grand ceilings allow the introduction of contemporary
that protrude from ornate ceiling roses. Undeniably this home is
chandeliers to update and illuminate the period details of the
distinguished by a modern eclecticism that focuses on supreme
generously proportioned living spaces, grounded by the textural
details. Altogether, the house is now improved with nuanced spaces
underpinning of wool and silk hand knotted rugs.
that have a fresh mix of warmth and modern luxury.
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CASA PASSADIÇO BRAGA, PORTUGAL
Established in 1992 by Catarina Rosas, Casa do Passadiço is based in Braga, specialising in luxurious high-end interiors and architecture of private residences, yachts and public spaces. Their signature style is described as being sophisticated and elegant, but simultaneously comfortable. The atelier was distinguished by renowned references, such as the International Property Awards in London, the International Design Awards in Los Angeles as well as the Aviation Awards. The Portuguese design firm, Casa do Passadiço was the author of the interiors architecture and decoration of the new Aquazzura flagship boutique located in the classical Palazzo Corsini, on the picturesque banks of the Arno River, right at the centre of Florence. The main concern the studio had while conceiving this project was guaranteeing that the balance between the historical setting and the contemporaneity of the brand was perceptible. The Atelier wanted to give an authentic display of high quality by coalescing contemporary elegance with discreet luxury. In regards to the exquisite brand, Aquazzura is an Italian luxury footwear reference co-founded by Edgardo Osario back in 2011. It has been transformed into a household name owing to its colourful designs that are defined by their uncompromising comfort and craftsmanship. From the fresco ceiling, which is extremely representative of Florentine architecture to the bold stripes and emerald green, the flagship boutique plays with a variety of stunning contrasts, creating modern interiors that also have traces of traditional Tuscan decor. Cláudia and Catarina Soares Pereira from Casa do Passadiço designed all the interior architecture to the very last detail, creating custom-made furniture exclusively for the project, using outstanding craftsmanship techniques and noble materials, such as rare marbles, brass furniture, hand-woven wool carpets, leather velvets, and opulent silks. The boutique is characterised by clean lines, in addition to an extremely well-appointed and symmetric use of both space and light.
“The main concern the studio had while conceiving this project was guaranteeing that the balance between the historical setting and the contemporaneity of the brand was perceptible.”
Overall, the Key to the entire project becomes clear in the spare lines and juxtaposition of high-quality textures which blend perfectly with the glamorously chosen materials. Out of curiosity, Aquazzura shoes have been worn by some of the most famous Hollywood thespians and musicians, including the likes of Beyoncé, Julianne Moore, Jennifer Lawrence, Nicole Kidman, and Rihanna, as well as European royalty and fashion insiders.
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KHALKEDON HOUSE ISTANBUL, TURKEY
PROJECTS //
“The layout is combined with two floors including one dining & living room, a kitchen, two master, one double guest, one single guest room and a wide terrace space.” Escapefromsofa is a design studio established in Istanbul in 2009 that caters to various design needs like interior and product design. Escapefromsofa creates high profile solutions by nurturing the contextual and contemporary values of their demographics. The designers at Escapefromsofa strive to create rich experiences for their clients and market, with a humble approach towards design considering the disparities in our daily lives. The design studio enjoys working with new and emerging materials and technologies, always with the belief in simplicity and worshipping the details. The mission of Escapefromsofa is to be a part of something, making dreams come true, which they believe to be the best way of communication. Khalkedon House is a penthouse apartment located in Erenköy, a peaceful spot in Istanbul, Turkey, with the design signature of Escapefromsofa. The layout is combined with two floors including one dining & living room, a kitchen, two master, one double guest, one single guest room and a wide terrace space. Contemporary modern style shows itself through every detail in the house. The living space is a blend of minimalistic lines enriched with luxurious materials such as brass and various Italian marbles are used in furnishings. Iroko flooring gives the space a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Custom designed wallpaper is the key element of the apartment. Custom designed mid-century style cabinets and storage units, premium solid wood and marble coffee tables tune up with general aesthetics designed to comfort the residents. In every room, furniture is custom designed, mostly hand crafted, expressing a style variation in between them. This penthouse apartment opens to a terrace garden with a mesmerising Prince Islands view through the living room. Considering that the greatest source of inspiration to the designers at Escapefromsofa is the smile on people’s faces, the resulting projects can only be a huge success.
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ECLECTIC APARTMENT TAIWAN
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“The dynamic duo was responsible for the interior design of an eclectic apartment, in central Taipei, Taiwan, providing a lovely family, an uncluttered yet playfully refurbished setting to live in.” Shih-Jie Lin and Ting-Liang Chen founded Ganna Design in 2010 and they believe that architecture should be blended into an environment. The Taiwanese interior design practice also focuses on balancing space and people as well as creating a comfortable place that is both aesthetic and practical. The dynamic duo was responsible for the interior design of an eclectic apartment, in central Taipei, Taiwan, providing a lovely family, an uncluttered yet playfully refurbished setting to live in. With an open-plan living configuration, the three-bedroom apartment is installed with large windows on two sides, which offer plentiful natural lighting and mesmerising views of the city. The Living room was designed to be the idyllic family nucleus, integrating not only a dining space but also an open plan kitchen. In order to add a sense of playfulness, the designers opted for furniture designs that can be rearranged at the owners’ desires, for the exception of a few pieces. One of the key pieces that mirror this concept is the six sofa-mattresses that can be moved around or placed on top of each other, almost feeling like a game of Legos. The customised glass-case display behind the counter that features the boys’ Lego collection enhances this overall sense of a sophisticated playroom, whilst a dramatic touch is added through the imposing dining chandelier and the dark curtains. The design group selected finishes that are, at the same time, both rough and delicate, which is made evident in the exposed concrete ceiling and the light coloured veneer flooring. Several other pieces, including the deep aqua-marine sofa and the kitchen counter, add a splash of colour in an otherwise desaturated palette, while a furlined rocking chair provides a spot of texture. The master bedroom maintains the same toned-down shades that can be seen in the living room, but it is embellished by light-blue patterned ceramic tiles that cover both the floor and walls of the en-suite bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. Darker elements such as the iron-cast bed and the black chandelier above the freestanding bathtub provide darker shades and a taste of theatrical style. The award-winning design practice has had its projects published by international magazines and mediums from all over the world, including Hong Kong, China, Sweden, Brazil, Australia, Russia, Poland, Singapore, Ukraine, and Bulgaria.
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INFO CENTER
NETHERLANDS, AMSTERDAM The Madrid-born designer, Jamie Hayon first rose to prominence for showing a singular vision in his creations, collections and exhibitions at prestigious galleries and art fairs all around the globe, including the “Mediterranean Digital Baroque” and the “Mon Cirque” installations. In other words, the designer gave an excelling meaning to contemporary design culture and distorted the lines between art, decoration and design. Recently, Hayon Studio was responsible for the conception of the new Info Center at the glorious Groninger Museum, in the Netherlands, which symbolises a “true pièce de résistance”.
“Recently, Hayon Studio was responsible for the conception of the new Info Center at the glorious Groninger Museum, in the Netherlands, which symbolises a “true pièce de résistance”.
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Hayon’s dedication and knowledge of artisan skills, in addition to
exclusively for the centre, including the magazine stands, the
his inherent creativity, have allowed him to push the confinements
mirrors that replicate the rippling canal of Verbindingskanaal, the
of several mediums and functions within the industry, and
tables with niches that allow visitors the chance to have more
consequently, he has produced a wide variety of collections and
privacy and concentration as well as the striking marble floor
designs that attract an extremely diverse clientele.
which is cut in hexagon shapes and has an extremely royal like
Regarded as a crucial part in the Museum, the interior of the
appearance. The copper lights, display cases and custom cinema
centre has been completely renovated and is now composed of a
elements also grant a fresher atmosphere that brims with light
small theatre where films and documentaries related to running
and energy. In the centre of the room, a unique art piece of a
exhibitions can be viewed. Instead of developing a conventional
gigantic handmade and hand painted vase gives a bright and
impersonal atmosphere that is quite conventional in this sort of
aesthetic expression, in a beautiful homage to the country. It
setting, the idea behind the Info Center was to concede a cosier
instantly developed into an attention-grabbing area not only due
yet functional approach that is more flexible. The designer also
to its bespoke residential feel but also to the visible quality of craft
incorporated a series of objects that are reflective of the latest
present in every single piece.
technological achievements. The aim was also to create a truly exceptional space that was unlike any other one could possibly visit in a museum, thus the reason why every furniture design is custom-made and manufactured
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MAYFAIR TOWNHOUSE LONDON, UK
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“... the brief stated that it was important for the design to respect the classic, period detailing but to also be workable as a family residence.� Katharine Pooley creates sumptuous, inspiring interiors for the most discerning clients. Her refined yet eclectic aesthetic has earned her a position as one of the most sought-after interior designers in London and commissions for landmark commercial and residential projects around the world. An innate sense of adventure has defined Pooley's life and shaped her design philosophy. The designer is an intrepid traveller and has visited more than 150 countries. However, what may come as a surprise, is the fact that she has summited many of the world's highest mountains, driven a team of dogs on a sledge to the North Pole and crossed the Sahara on horseback, so one begins to form a picture of a truly original and adventurous interior designer. Her vision is to become an aspiration for the Globally elite through an unsurpassable service and an understanding of the ultimate balance between timeless luxury and intelligent design. And the mission is 100% commitment to tailored interior design and luxury home accessories that enrich interior spaces through an exceptionally skilled and personalised service for both residential and commercial clients. Katharine Pooley was briefed with the complete renovation of Mayfair Townhouse, an 11,000 square ft Grade II listed property in the heart of London's Mayfair from former office block to a complete family residence. In particular, the client wanted the restoration and reinstatement of the architectural detailing, achieved sensitively, but with a contemporary finish. Being a Grade II listed property, the brief stated that it was important for the design to respect the classic, period detailing but to also be workable as a family residence. Katharine Pooley was therefore inspired to use a fresh, light palette with contemporary furniture and accessories in order to complement the traditional detailing. The brief also called for the extension of habitable space, to include the addition of a roof terrace and basement build. This was designed and executed from start to finish by the Katharine Pooley Ltd team. The glass lift shaft running through the six floors of the property with a skylight at the top beautifully floods the period staircase with natural light.
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FRENCH QUARTER KIEV, UKRAINE
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“When everything around is in a hurry and running, it’s so nice to realise that a real warmness, cosiness and harmony are waiting for you at home.” The first impression about the project was that it seemed to be not a very easy task. But after a few meetings and an open discussion with the client, a trainer and a choreographer from Borispol, Ukraine, the Malina Studio realised that they were facing a man with boundless energy! Fortunately, the solution came up by itself: the project needed to be developed in eco-style in order to balance his inner world. The task consisted of creating a full sleeping space, lounge area, spacious kitchen and organising a sufficient number of places for storage of fifty-two square meters. At the same time, there was the need to save enough “air” and create a bright modern interior. Eco-style is divided into four “elements”: fire, water, earth and air. Alexandra Davidovich and the design team from Mallina chose earth and air as their own fundamental elements. For the basic colours, the team decided to take all shades of beige, complemented with a warm brown shade and highlighted with the white colour. Eco-style is known for its wide usage of plants and
played a major role in the project, through which any fantasy can be transformed into a reality. In terms of the project itself, the first thing that was done was getting rid of unnecessary divisions, combining the corridor with the kitchen and the living room into one big open space. This way, the darkest part of the room was naturally illuminated and earned a new life. Due to the white colour, the living space also increased visually. The kitchen and living room were linked and are now a complement to each other. To achieve this result, wooden beams in two different colours were used on the ceiling and wooden panels on one wall. This duet of “light and dark”, with the correct accents, followed the interior design in each room so that the balance was kept and the task was concluded with success. The designers chose only natural materials and fabrics for curtains and sofa indoors. Even in the kitchen and in the bathroom, it’s possible to see the tiles recalling the texture of linen. And, of course, a bedroom ... the decoration of the walls in this room was a real challenge! The designers didn`t want straight lines, but, at the same time, forms needed to maintain their natural curves and character. After going through a lot of options, the best solution was found – wall panels took the form of broken boards, the beauty of which was emphasised by hidden decorative lighting.
green decor, but what should they do if their client goes frequently for long business trips, doesn`t accept art as a decoration and, in addition, doesn’t like decorative flowers or plants? The interior still needed to be alive! So, the answer relied on wood, which
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FLAMINGO RESTAURANT MADRID, SPAIN
PROJECTS // Managing her own design studio, Interiorismo, the proficient Spanish interior designer Marisa Gallo is renowned for her talent in creating singular yet balanced spaces, her style and aesthetics are rather distinctive but filled with elegance and timeless classicism.
“The central concept was to conceive a tropical and vibrant aesthetic alongside a cosmopolitan ambience.�
Together with a proficient team of designers, Interiorismo specialises in the creation of commercial and residential spaces in both Spain and Latin America. Fairly recently, the designer was responsible for the interior design of the Flamingo restaurant project involved in Casa Decor, Madrid. The atmosphere of the dining venue is very much inspired by Miami City during the 80’s while also gathering personal touches of Marisa Gallo, including most of the furniture pieces which were designed by Interiorismo Studio and handcrafted by artisans in Spain with some of the best fabrics brands. The central concept was to conceive a tropical and vibrant aesthetic alongside a cosmopolitan ambience. This idea came from the notion of escape and disconnect from the frantic spirit of the city life, and to just unwind while enjoying a scrumptious meal. The studio created an urban oasis bursting with colour that exudes tranquillity, happiness and positivity. The covering of the walls in golden hexagons was completed in order to blend multiple materials, speciality to unify the exclusivity and grandeur of the gold with the encircling natural elements. As a whole, this becomes one of the most spectacular achievements that the studio conceded to Flamingo. They were able to create a space that combines a vegetation, selected colours as well as an exquisite selection of wallpapers. As a result, the restaurant has been honoured as one of the best projects of Casa Decor.
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MASQUESPACIO WORKSPACE VALENCIA, SPAIN
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Masquespacio is an award-winning creative consultancy created in 2010 by Ana Milena Hernández Palacios and Christophe Penasse. Combining the two disciplines of their founders, interior design and marketing, the Spanish design agency creates branding and interior projects through a unique approach that results in fresh and innovative concepts rewarded with a continued international recognition by media specialised in design, fashion and lifestyle trends. They have worked on projects in several countries like Norway, USA, Germany and Spain. Masquespacio presents the recent renovation of its own studio that represents the working experience at the international creative consultancy below the concept “More” or “Mas” in Spanish. The design from Masquespacio’s workspace starts with the redesign of the design studio’s brand image set up on one hand by its logotype and on the other by its icon ‘Mas’, better known as ‘More’ in English. The letter ‘S’ in this case divides each of the graphic applications in two different parts; a division that symbolises the added value offered by the creative consultancy in each of its projects. Regarding the colour selection of the brand, it allows to play continuously with the various brand’s colours and choose the most “trendy” colour for each moment and project. This fact shows clearly the versatile nature from Masquespacio as a multidisciplinary design studio that works both on commercial as well as exclusive projects. The same concept is used for the interior design that plays with the different colours and partitions from the brand’s identity. Ana Milena Hernández Palacios, creative director of Masquespacio: “Although it is a working space, we looked to incorporate decorative elements, besides vivid colours and upholstered furniture with the aim to create a warm atmosphere above just designing a place to work at.” Entering the space, we meet a waiting room that at the same time do its job for more casual meetings and includes Masquespacio’s recently designed Toadstool collection. The right space, on the other hand, is divided into 2 different areas; Here we can encounter a meeting room, as well as the senior designer workplaces, separated as 2 individual cubes. The upper room at the same time follows Masquespacio’s identity palette of colours and finishes. Last but not least, some plants add a green touch to the working space from the Spanish design studio that has done projects in Germany, Norway, USA and Spain.
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GQ BACHELOR PAD LONDON, UK
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“In a wonderful collaboration with GQ Magazine, the designer styled the extraordinary Bachelor Pad. Maurizio was given carte blanche to source the location and theme of the two room settings.” Maurizio Pellizzoni provides unique experiences through luxurious residential and commercial home interiors as well as furniture designs, as he will personally create a bespoke piece or space that matches the clients’ needs. Pellizzoni’s signature style is defined by an ultimate modern and timeless elegance. The designer has conceived some of the most magnificent interior spaces for international references, including the stunning GQ Bachelor Pad. The project took months of preparation but the final result was simply mesmerising to its beholder. In a wonderful collaboration with GQ Magazine, the designer styled the extraordinary Bachelor Pad. Maurizio was given carte blanche to source the location and theme of the two room settings. While in search for a wedding venue for him and his partner, the designer found a Grade II listed former Georgian Chapel in Peckham, named The Asylum, knowing in that moment that it would be the perfect location for this project and all its glamorous features. The Italian designer immediately distinguished what the type of theme he wanted to create, a masculine and industrial chic space that would be rather exceptional. Originally set on a living room anchored with a Baby Grand piano, Maurizio’s natural design prowess expanded the narrative into two room sets, a living room and a music room, adjacent to the former. In the duration of four months, Pellizzoni came up with the visual mood boards to present to the team at GQ, creating as well room set floor plans, visiting suppliers, sourcing items, and other aspects. The site was rather large, so the designer felt the need to include a series of architectural features in the schemes. The partially destroyed wall doorway behind the Poliform bookcase leaks light in through the window but more importantly displays the contrast of rough texture. As with all of Maurizio’s projects, it was important to respect the appearance of the original structure of the building. He worked with the existing colours to select the final pieces to create a masculine ambience with a touch of luxury and add colour throughout using a display of artworks. Maurizio set out to translate his passion for design, art and beautiful interiors to GQ readers, but most importantly, to challenge the standard perception of luxury.
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MANDARIN ORIENTAL PARIS, FRANCE
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Mandarin Oriental, Paris is Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group's first address in France, at the heart of this fashion capital, just steps from Place Vendôme, the Garnier Opera, Tuileries Gardens and the Louvre all close by. Mandarin Oriental, Paris is a modern Palace housed inside a historic Art Deco building that comes alive with unique character. Everything about this elegant hotel says ‘Paris', from its sense of style to the immediate sense of belonging, and of luxury to be enjoyed. Comfort meets modern in a hotel that is infused with a subtle air of exoticism and romance, making every stay a singular experience.
“The style of Mandarin Oriental, Paris takes inspiration from the richness, modernity and creativity of the 1930s and Art Deco, as well as from the hallmarks of luxury and Parisian fashion. ” The hotel brings together the foremost international names in architecture and design. The architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte has supervised the renovation of the building, its facade and patio, in consultation with landscape design agency Neveux-Rouyer. Sybille de Margerie of SM Design imagined the interior design and decoration of the rooms, suites, Spa and public spaces while Agence Jouin-Manku lent its talent to the bar and restaurants. The style of Mandarin Oriental, Paris takes inspiration from the richness, modernity and creativity of the 1930s and Art Deco, as well as from the hallmarks of luxury and Parisian fashion. The 1930s ushered in elegantly simple styles for women in softly draped fabrics, trimmed with jewels and lace. Madeleine Vionnet, Gabrielle Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli are among the iconic women who left their mark on the era. Mandarin Oriental, Paris revisits the aesthetic of this abundantly creative era and pays tribute to muses past and present with its truly feminine, romantic mood, its subtle shades and textures, and delicate details… an invitation to sensual pleasure. Awarded Palace status since July 2014, Mandarin Oriental, Paris offers 138 luxurious rooms and suites are among the most spacious in Paris. Highlights of the hotel include a tree-planted indoor garden, a choice of two restaurants, a bar and a Cake Shop under Executive Chef Thierry Marx. Refined, state-of-the-art amenities welcome meetings and private events. The peaceful setting of the Spa promotes well-being and relaxation through holistic treatments. Trained therapists perform Mandarin Oriental's exclusive well-being, beauty and massage programmes as well as a selection of beauty treatments by Guerlain. The Spa, which is open to both in-house and non-in-house guests, has seven private suites, each equipped with heat and water treatments. A large indoor pool and fitness centre complete the Spa services. All in all, Mandarin Oriental, Paris encompasses the essence of Paris, providing an oasis of gentle tranquillity, a cocoon of luxury and sensual delights.
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MANDARIN ORIENTAL BARCELONA, SPAIN
“All decorative pieces and furniture have been designed by Patricia Urquiola for various exclusive collections, including the Flos lamps, sitting and tables for Moroso, sitting for B&B Italia, stool EMU, outdoor pieces for Kettal, Tapware for Axor and mosaic for Mutina. ”
Regarded as one of the most renowned architects and designers of our time, Patricia Urquiola opened her own studio back in 2001 which specialises in product design, architecture, and installations, and since then, she has created some of the most astonishing design pieces for prestigious Italian brands. The award-winning designer was responsible for the original design of the stunning Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Barcelona located right next to the prominent “Paseo De Gracia”. Quickly becoming a destination for discerning travellers, the deluxe hotel is an epitome of excellence. The Hotel is comprised of 120 exclusive and generous rooms and suites. A few years ago, the hotel was refurbished and Patricia Urquiola came back to renovate the space more vigorously than ever.
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Immediately after entering a suite, one is confronted with a
which is sometimes slightly tinted. On the upper-level suites,
vigorous environment that is decorated with natural textures and
guests can benefit from unobstructed views over the striking
graphics reflective of the oriental style. This is characterised by
city of Barcelona. All decorative pieces and furniture have been
Tai-Ping carpets and furniture exclusively designed by Patricia
designed by Patricia Urquiola for various exclusive collections,
Urquiola for the Mandarin Oriental Barcelona collection.
including the Flos lamps, sitting and tables for Moroso, sitting
The new suites are grandiose and rather flexible not only in terms
for B&B Italia, stool EMU, outdoor pieces for Kettal, Tapware for
of space including high ceilings with natural lighting on both sides
Axor and mosaic for Mutina.
of the room but also in colour, with an omnipresent bronze tone that produces an idea of generosity and nobility. In addition, the bold carpets and extraordinary artworks add a sense of brightness. The suites are also well-appointed with a walk-in closet and a lounge for meetings and private dinners. The bathrooms are almost identical to a spa, being besieged by an opaque crystal
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BAR 228
PARIS, FRANCE
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“This extension of territory allows the indispensable Head barman, William Oliveri to have more space to exercise his talents of making the most exquisite cocktails and delicacies. ”
The acclaimed creator, designer and architect Philippe Starck has a profound comprehension of contemporary changes which has allowed him to develop consecutive iconic creations. His works derives from his concern for the environment, his love for ideas as well as his desire to defend the intelligence of usefulness. Starck was also responsible for the emblematic design of Bar 228, a cosy space adjacent to the Balí restaurant, renowned for its
A few years back, Philippe Starck designed the public areas of the
sophisticated and welcoming British club style, with a nod to 18th
esteemed five-star hotel Le Meurice, located on the Rue de Rivoli,
century France. Starck’s aim was always to amplify the guest’s
in Paris. In 2016, the fearless designer came back to conduct a
experience to the fullest and to achieve that, he renewed one of the
selective reinvention of the premises steeped in surrealism, as he
main features of the bar, the counter.
explains: “The objective of this new project is to explore – more
Guests will be marvelled by a series of stunning features, including
deeply and from many more angles – the surrealist world that is
gleaming decanters in rare crystal, deep leather armchairs, dark
the life, structure and soul of Le Meurice. If God is in the details,
wood panelling, as well as the immense Lavalley frescoes created
the devil of surrealism is, too. Every shadow, every corner of this
in 1907 from depictions of garden parties at the Château de
place is bursting with the potential to surprise its inhabitants.
Fontainebleau. These touches easily harmonise with the new
Le Meurice is a space for the mind, where everything is poetry,
and larger counter’s contemporary air. This extension of territory
allusion, reference, reflection and diffraction. Where the air thrums
allows the indispensable Head barman, William Oliveri to have
like some mysterious, mesmerising, benevolent music. And, like
more space to exercise his talents of making the most exquisite
any mind, Le Meurice is unique.”
cocktails and delicacies. The ambience is enhanced by touches of the backlit Carrara marble rimmed in copper-pink distressed brass, with a top of Corian®, pink copper, and mirror-finish stainless steel.
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CHELSEA HOUSE CHELSEA, UK
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The apartment feels like a penthouse suite at a 6-star hotel as the designer continued the gold and grey theme throughout
This space is quite different to the rest of the apartment and has much more of an Indiana Jones feel to it with its dark beaten metal style wall covering and African masks. There are lots of books and personal photos that are mixed in with a rich collection of collectables from all corners of the globe.
Designed by René Dekker, this stunning bijoux apartment is located on the third floor of a beautiful mansion house in Chelsea, one of London’s most desirable postal codes. When the owners bought this apartment, they fell in love with the bright open spaces and the views across London, all the way to the Millennium Eye, but it did have a short lease and was in desperate need of upgrading. René Dekker dove straight in to tackle the task at hand. The first order of the day was to come up with some alternative layouts to make better use of the wasted passage ways. With the apartment being as small as it was, the owners were keen to get the most out of every square foot. The finished product is quite simply stunning! You enter through the hall, which is hung in a moody dark teal striped wall covering that has Grigio Carnico floor tiles. It has a sumptuous and rich feel, making a great backdrop for the clients’ art collection, which is well highlighted with strategically placed spot lights which include a gold skull on the plinth! From this space, one gets a glimpse of the master bedroom to the right and the den to the left, but the main focus is definitely the fabulous living room. The room’s footprint stayed pretty much the way it had in the original design but here Dekker added full-height-full-width joinery, part storage and part decorative. The kitchen is a complete contrast with its light coloured marble tiles, white cabinets and light grey walls and ceiling. The gold theme was also carried through into this room by installing particularly sophisticated gold tiles that act as the splashback. The apartment feels like a penthouse suite at a 6-star hotel as the designer continued the gold and grey theme throughout. In the master bedroom, the walls are draped in a gold silk wall covering, which is offset by the grey joinery. It is a cosy yet luxe room with its grey silk carpet and luxurious scatter cushions. Moreover, the restrained introduction of ice blue just adds another dimension to the palette. The bathroom is simple yet elegant with a bespoke vanity unit, a marble basin and a large walk-in shower. Finally, there is a study in the turret, basically the fourth floor of this Grande dame. It is accessed by a narrow stair case which leads to a bright and cosy room with windows on two walls.
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FIFTH AVENUE APARTMENT NEW YORK, USA
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“She wanted coveted traditional architectural details, she wanted her home to have statement-making contemporary sofas, chairs, tables and lamps.” When the owner of this fifth avenue apartment approached Robert Couturier to do the interiors of this home, she asked for a typically French look. Shortly following her request, Robert took the client on a two-day adventure through France to reassure that typical French was truly the vibe she wanted for her home. After visiting all of the top museums and private estates in France, the owner confirmed her desires for the home and Couturier got started on the project. The owner also had a very clear vision of what she wanted. She wanted coveted traditional architectural details, she wanted her home to have statement-making contemporary sofas, chairs, tables and lamps. She was looking for something more extravagant and crazier than exclusive 18thcentury furniture. She also had her mind set has to which colours she wanted to be used throughout the apartment. From the very beginning, she suggested the Hermès orange room and the pink living room.
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Combining such distinct elements into a single one is an area in which Robert excels. Set off by the electric hits of colours, the result is anything but tame. The designer considers the clash between the furniture and walls a success with a design that never fails to elicit visceral reactions. In the entrance hall, there is a contemporary bronze and crystal chandelier by Herve van der Straeten which hints that this home is anything but a typical eighteenth-century French apartment. The curtains are custom embroidered silk. In the entry hall, one can also spot a pair of Vosges sconces that flank a Croco console by the Claude Lalanne. Furthermore, two curvaceous polished stainlesssteel tables by Ron Arad enhance the atmosphere of the dining room. The tables are surrounded by Karl Springer dining chairs that are upholstered in lavender velvet and green silk. The ceiling fixture is by Eugene Printz. The living room has multiple seating areas that can be reconfigured on a whim. A Ueli Berger sofa and zebra rug anchor one corner of the space. The family is enlivened by paneling painted bright Hermès orange and brown tones, along with a Serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagen and a coffee table by Mattia Bonetti. A 1930's sofa by Leleu is the perfect fit for a nook in a women's office. Lastly, a cowhide rug stitched in a floral pattern from the Rug Company, silk curtains with tassel tiebacks, and soft pink and grey panelling by Feau & Cie create an unmistakably feminine environment. It is definitely a project that surely was a success not only for the client but also becomes a wonderful inspiration for further interior design projects.
“She also had her mind set has to which colours she wanted to be used throughout the apartment. From the very beginning, she suggested the Hermès orange room and the pink living room.”
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NOBU DOWNTOWN NEW YORK, USA
“The group has one particular and recent project that they should be extremely proud of, the Nobu Downtown, a modern exploration of materiality in Japanese craft and cuisine. ”
Based in New York with offices in Madrid and Shanghai, Rockwell Group is renowned for being an interdisciplinary architecture and design firm that highlights innovation and thought leadership in every project. The group has one particular and recent project that they should be extremely proud of, the Nobu Downtown, a modern exploration of materiality in Japanese craft and cuisine. This project was born from David Rockwell’s collaboration with Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. This collaboration came to life with one small restaurant in Manhattan’s Tribeca neighbourhood, in which the duo conceived a design concept inspired by Chef Nobu’s innovative cooking and the culture of the Japanese countryside, where the chef was born and raised. Twenty-three years later, Nobu Tribeca has been closed to make way for a new flagship - Nobu Downtown – set in a landmark building in the Financial District. For this reinvention of Nobu, David Rockwell engaged with a number of makers and craftspeople, such as John Houshmand, a Catskills, New York-based furniture maker and
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designer, Pascale Girardin, a Montreal-based ceramic artist and the
Sumi-e ink suspended in mid-air. The dining area is organised into
Philadelphia based textile designer Isabella Amstrup.
a series of experiences connected by an undulating wooden canopy
The duo’s vision for the space is a continuation of their story of
inspired by kirigami, a type of origami involving the folding and
Japanese craft. This exploration of materiality is a reflection of
cutting of paper. Abstracted ash trees, inspired by Nobu’s original
Chef Nobu’s inventive, non-traditional cuisine: the quality and
location, seem to support the canopy.
translucency of the fish, the composition of colour and texture
The main dining room is flanked by a sushi bar towards the back
in each dish, and the blending of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines.
of the space and a semi-private dining room behind the stair,
On the ground floor and cellar level of the historic building, Nobu’s
featuring plush banquette seating upholstered in custom fabrics
design connects old and new. The ground floor features a bar,
with Japanese patterns in a rich Peruvian colour. The shelves in
lounge, and informal dining area, an interior landmark, the 4,500
the 13-seat sushi bar are filled with handmade ceramic sake carafes
SF space is framed by heroic Botticino marble columns, a 30’ high
by Girardin. All in all, Nobu Downtown is definitely a wonderful
ceiling and polished limestone flooring. For the bar and lounge
and cultural experience that you must add to your must-visit list.
area, Rockwell conceived a design influenced by the Japanese art of calligraphy. Bronze, glass table and floor lamps merge modern Japanese design with art deco influences. A delicate ash wooden sculpture designed by Rockwell Group, hand-carved and realised by New York artist John Houshmand depicts a swirl of watery
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PODOL LOFT KIEV, UKRAINE
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“My workshop is the place where the pulse of my life beats. I wanted to create a workshop, which each day would inspire not just me and my team, but also my clients. I would really want for it to inspire my clients and guests towards bold experiments. ” - Sergey Makhno With 520 completed projects in sixteen different countries, the interior design from Sergey Makhno Architects consists of mixing styles incorporating custom designed products, living through a design process and making it comfortable for life. They create custom designed projects, just like the Podol Loft in Kyiv, Ukraine. Belonging to a young family with a two-year-old son, in which the father is a businessman and the mother a director of a tailoring shop, the Podol loft consists of a 128 square meter loft designed by Sergey Makhno Architects. The objective of this project was to create a modern living space with private areas for the parents and their son as well as a personal SPA. The name of the space came from the Kyiv district Podil, in which the building is located. The designers’ team restored and covered the bricks with a protective polish, which allowed them to work as the base for a design concept. The apartment contains combining living, dining and kitchen areas, separate child's room, an isolated bedroom area with a private bathroom and a giant balcony with a bathtub on one side and a desk on the other. Concrete panels, wooden rails and metal elements were combined creating the visual appearance of the space, bringing an industrialist touch to it. Solid oak covered the floors and on the walls, wooden slats added additional textures and warmth. The apartment also has several elements made of glass, from doors that separate a bedroom from the bathroom, a glass-enclosed shower floats in the centre of the bathroom, and large glass windows fill the space with light making the loft look softer The furniture line is built according to the unique sketches of Sergey Makhno. In terms of decorative items, designers opted for contemporary pieces from Minotti and Poliform. Technical lighting is combined with lighting fixtures by Artemide and Foscarini.
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FIFTH AVENUE APARTMENT PETIT PALACE BRAGA, PORTUGAL MADRID, SPAIN
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“This terrace borns from the desire of Petit Palace Hotel to transform an empty patio into a lounge open to the hotel users, but also open to the city.� - Teresa Sapey
Given the characteristics of the building and its large courtyard,
A team with great curiosity, Teresa Sapey Architecture energetically
spaciousness to the box, in which the courtyard is located.
designs spaces for many different sectors and are also involved in
Many large plants and trees of different leaf were used to convert
the design of ephemeral installations, graphics and product design.
this space into a vegetable urban oasis. And finally, three different
Their projects stem from emotions and feelings, and the aim is
zones were created to provide various customer services; an
to produce results that convey these same emotions to the users
outdoor dining area, a cocktail bar and the wider one, a rest area
of the space. The team is expert in expressing sensible thought
where one can relax in front of a large fireplace. The furniture
the built space. Several consistent themes run through the work
plays a very important role into the decoration, national furniture
of Teresa Sapey Architecture, being humour, colour, harmony
firms are combined with prestigious Italian brands to achieve the
with the users and purpose of space. Their personal style speaks of
best contemporary design that keeps functionality and comfort
freedom of thought and expression.
in the same way. The touches that recall the design of Teresa
Blending creativity, functionalism, art and design appropriately,
Sapey are clearly recognisable in its entirety. The walls painted in
their intuition produces spaces that communicate ideas clearly.
aquamarine green, the hydraulic tile designed ad hoc for the area
The Petit Palace Santa Barbara is located in an old palace in
and the light garland are touches that make this terrace one of the
Alonso Martinez Plaza, making it its own right in a surprising and
best places to be in Madrid.
Teresa Sapey Studio projected a magical place to accompany the romantic spirit of the building. A wild garden but cosy at the same time, in which anyone would retreat from the city's chaos. It was thought a complete renovation to transform an old and dowdy wasted space in a reference point among the terraces of the capital. The first step was to colour the walls, which would bring light and
captivating space in the heart of Madrid.
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RADISSON BLU
FRANKFURT, GERMANY
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“The challenge proposed to JOI design was to develop two space-personalities that would be able to evoke different sensations and experiences.” The partnership between the experienced interior design company JOI Design, the well-known German magazine WOHNIDEE and the Radisson Blu gave birth to an extraordinary project. Two suites in Radisson Blu Frankfurt were transformed into spaces of design and style. The challenge proposed to JOI design was to develop two space-personalities that would be able to evoke different sensations and experiences. For JOI Design this meant a space with chic colour schemes, highquality finishes and sophisticated design pieces while enveloping them with a feeling of comfort and familiarity. The result was a design pleasure for all of us in love with what quality luxury expression has to offer. The suites have truly become alive personalities singing through their composition. The “Modern Serenity” Suite shares the understanding and need of a modern traveller in search of peace and familiarity. So how often do we hear people talking about inner peace and about finding oneself? How lucky are we when we find a space that may conjure that in us? Tranquility and serenity aren’t a place but can be found in one where a relationship between our inner self and the outer world can be fostered. Natural light embraces the entire room which is embellished by welcoming pastel blues and antique pinks as well as light wood colours. The gently rounded corners and upholstery soft forms invite us to feel completely at ease and enjoy that precise moment in which we are alive. The “Classic Monochrome” suite, on a very different note, has been transformed into a space of modern style and urban nature. Sophisticated leathers and darker tones are brought together to deliver passion for urban life and a comfortable home. There is an intelligent play of patterns and colours that dance harmoniously together. WOHNIDEE, the Radisson Blu and JOI Design should definitely develop further projects in the future and COVETED Magazine promises to continuously be very attentive and ready to share the passion for design with friends.
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COPPER PROJECT KIEV, UKRAINE
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Monochrome colours are diluted by the upright green wall, not to mention that the turquoise chairs by Ligne Roset made a striking accent. Design kitchen, table of Danish company Vipp and famous lamps Tom Dixon are very laconically and show the status. ZOOI Studio is all about a distinction that comes from an extensive experience of work with different premises, whether it is an interior design for an apartment, a cottage design project, architecture, or even offices, cafes, restaurants and trade areas. In developing a project, they always take into account the objectives, budget and technical features. Designers at ZOOI Studio follow the method of matching and contact whenever it's convenient for the client, having in consideration their busy lives but not discarding their personal tastes. With simple words, they offer guidance and orientation about the pros and cons of different layouts, styles, and explain the meaning of various repairs and decorative works, as well as the
style. And yet, this brutal interior had its own chic style, thanks to the saturated colour of copper and its gloss. Components presupposed expensive Italian brands that feature an expressive look at the background of burning metal. Monochrome colours are diluted by the upright green wall, not to mention that the turquoise chairs by Ligne Roset made a striking accent. Design kitchen, table of Danish company Vipp and famous lamps Tom Dixon are very laconically and show the status. In general, this is an open space. The wall that separates the kitchen from the hallway is lined with copper plates. Throughout the ceiling, it was decided to leave the primary concrete texture and, in part, the cooker hood. In the centre of the kitchen, right on the ceiling, a plasterboard element was designed with a microcement finishing. The staircase was also designed by ZOOI studio, consisting of perforated metal handrails and steps console, fixed in the wall. In the living area, you can find floor lamps of the Korean designer Seung Yong Song and a coffee table. In the evening, a light of the torches creates convoluted shadows, which flirt with each other, causing a special romantic atmosphere. To sum up, Interior ZOOI is always about new designs, made specifically for a particular customer.
characteristics of the different materials. This is the key to successful interiors that feature ZOOI Studio’s portfolio and outline their future. Designers start from their experience and sometimes with the boldest ideas. Copper Project is a design project - “maisonette” - in the residential complex Novopecherskie Lypki, which was designed for a young successful manager. The client wanted a manly, yet positive cheerful interior. ZOOI studio offered the client the design in a loft
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MOLLIEN, FIFTH CAFÉ AVENUE APARTMENT PARIS,PORTUGAL FRANCE BRAGA,
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“standing on the landing of the monumental Mollien double staircase built in stone and bronze, with a labyrinth of the finest art galleries in the world stretching ahead of you; the most spectacular, never-ending view over the Tuileries Gardens at your back, and the haunting soul of the nearby Mona Lisa floating through the air… what more could you ask for?” - Mathieu Lehanneur.
in the running for the “outstanding bar” award in the US1, Mathieu Lehanneur went on to tackle the remodelling of the Café Mollien in the Louvre, the most prestigious monument and museum in Paris. Café Mollien comprises an L-shaped dining room and a 230 terrace offering the best view of the Louvre Pyramid. Inside, 66 seats are arranged around a magnificent brushed-brass, acrylic lighting structure, with organic-like extensions stretching up to 4.5 meters high. In the alcoves of the tall historic windows, the presence of lacquered wooden benches upholstered in fabric alongside mat-white furniture is almost "blasphemous in this palace of colour", and seems to set and accentuate the rhythm of the space. The white of the furniture is also echoed in the marble of the 10-meter long bar at the entrance. Throughout his various assignments, notably in the Church
Located in the Denon Wing of the Louvre Museum, the Café
of Melle (UNESCO World Heritage) and the Château Borely in
Mollien reopens its doors after a one-month closure for remodelling.
Marseille, and his next mission within the context of the complete
Managed by Elior Group and redesigned by Mathieu Lehanneur,
remodelling of the Grand Palais in Paris, Lehanneur has proven
the Café is a new venue linking the Carrousel and the Tuileries
his ability to re-examine and update the iconic monuments of
Gardens with the Louvre and its collection of masterpieces. In this
our heritage. Ranked among the "World 100 top designers and
monumental setting of 150m², with its vertiginous ceilings and
influencers" by Wallpaper and Surface magazines,
marble tiled floor punctuated by massive columns, the designer
Lehanneur is described as the "champion of the intellectual agility
has succeeded in creating a prestigious cafe on a human scale.
in the contemporary design field" by Paola Antonelli, Senior
After designing the Café ArtScience in Boston, which is currently
Curator, Department of Architecture and design at MoMA, NY.
Mathieu
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BOLD, ELEGANT AND REFINED LONDON INTERIORS
Written by Barbara Stoeltie, foreword by David Gill, this is a book
by exquisite photography. Step inside Christopher Gibbs's classic
that takes readers on a diverse and personalized journey through
English home on Cheyne Walk; David Gill's cavernous renovated
London’s most elegant, quirky, bold, and original residences.
glove factory in Vauxhall; Gabrielle Cross's extensive collection
London Interiors: Bold, Elegant, Refined is a book for interior
of inherited art; Sera Hersham-Loftus's ultra-feminine Victorian
design lovers with a passion for the British way of life. From Sloane
house in St. John's Wood; and also Anthony Redmile's antique-
Square to Notting Hill and from Spitalfields to Piccadilly, discover
filled abode or Duggie Fields's post-modernist art collection housed
the most original and exceptional homes that London has to offer
in Earls Court. This volume presents an exclusive array of London
through the lens of photographer Rene Stoeltie.
homes that perfectly reflects the diversity and eclecticism of the
Readers can integrate ideas into their own home, as the Stoelties,
city's inhabitants and will also provide a source of inspiration for
true connoisseurs of the world of interior decoration, dissect the
contemporary interiors.
style of each home in concise and enlightening texts accompanied
BOOKS WE COVET //
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THE GLAMOUR OF DIOR BY YVES SAINT LAURENT
BOOKS WE COVET //
Dior by Yves Saint Laurent 1958-1960 is the second volume in
will find Yves Saint Laurent’s most iconic haute couture designs
an unprecedented series of books devoted to each designer of a
for the house of Dior which were conserved in the world’s great
couture house. Get to know the ultimate compendium of the most
museums and institutions. From the Trapèze silhouette of Yves
memorable haute couture creations conceived and handcrafted by
Saint Laurent’s debut Spring-Summer 1958 collection to the
the house of Dior, published in a delux edition by Assouline.
beatnik inspiration for Autumn-Winter 1960, the book features
If you think in all the great Parisian couture houses, Dior is
photographs by Laziz Hamani.
perhaps the most famous and prestigious in the world. That
Laurence Benaïm is a journalist and author of Yves Saint Laurent’s
happened due to Christian Dior’s sublime vision of femininity,
biography of reference, among other haute couture related books.
which Saint Laurent elaborated and evolved into the beginning
At Dior by Yves Saint Laurent Laurence Benaïm recounts details
of the tumultuous decade of the 1960s. In this his volume you
and anecdotes behind more than 30 selected pieces, providing insight into Saint Laurent’s inspirations, influences, and vision for the evolution of the house of Dior.
“In this his volume you will find Yves Saint Laurent’s most iconic haute couture designs for the house of Dior which were conserved in the world’s great museums and institutions.”
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Design Gallerist Rare & Unique Products
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EXOTIC, MULTICULTURAL, HISTORIC AND BARROC INFLUENCES DEFINE THIS ECLECTIC AESTHETIC. Design Gallerist selects a set of unique pieces, contemporary and with a high decorative and colour impact.
1o GUCCI HOME COLLECTION Gucci Launched new line Gucci Décor, an eclectic collection of items with which customers can dress their own spaces. The collection will include cushions, candles, incense trays, chairs, screens, wallpaper, metal trays, and metal folding tables. www.gucci.com
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2o WING’S CHAIR BY ROBERTO CAVALLI The ‘Wings’ chair Roberto Cavalli gave a new lease of life to his iconic “Wings” chair with this latest version finished with mink or kidassia goat skin. jcpassion.robertocavalli.com
3o DIESEL LIVING COLLECTION 2017 Diesel Living hits the desert roads, and finds a barren landscape full of possibilities… From Arizona to California, the American highway rolls past wind-blown tables, spindly cactuses, and sandy no-man’s-lands, where rusty shades of copper, clay, and amber reveal themselves in sunbaked layers of the panorama. www.moroso.it
4o CANAL CHAIR by Luca Nichetto for MOOOI. Inspired by a historical ship that dominated the Mediterranean waterways for centuries, the Canal Chair resembles the bow of a boat and displays striking compositions of matching or contrasting textiles. www.moooi.com
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5o Hayón x Nani hand tufted rug by Jaime Hayon. Hayon x Nani hand tufted rug series on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Nanimarquina, by Jaime Hayon. Designed for the rug maker’s 30th anniversary, the Hayon x Nani collection is based on original sketches created by the Spanish designer. The spidery illustrations feature an array of unusual characters, including human figures with animal heads and abstract patterned shapes. www.hayonstudio.com
6o GOD project by Alberto Biagetti and Laura Baldassari GOD is a project by Alberto Biagetti and Laura Baldassari curated by Marie Cristina Didero. The Island: Swing with brass structure hand-coated with gold foils and gold silk rope and fringes. atelierbiagetti.com
7o Normanna, a new collection of lamps designed by VI + M studio for Purho.Baldassari Complementary furniture related to Sicilian’s history and inspired by the beauty of the Norman period, known for its elegance, noble atmosphere and richness of colours. www.vi-mstudio.com
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8o FORNASETTI: DON GIOVANNI The Don Giovanni collection is a tribute to the world of opera The design elements were inspired by the stage sets of the Fornasetti version of Don Giovanni and reference its main themes. The collection is composed of a variety of pieces, including limited edition furniture items, accessories, and chinaware. www.fornasetti.com
9o “Cangaço” collection BY Campana Brothers The Cangaço collection was created for São Paulo gallery Firma Casa – also designed by the Campana Brothers – and consists of six leather and wicker furniture pieces. It is based on clothing associated with the late 19th-century Cangaço movement of nomadic bandits, which occurred when peasants in Brazil’s arid northeast rose up against wealthy landowners. www.fornasetti.com
11o Sevillana sofa by Koket Inspired by wild, passionate nights of the Spanish dance, the Sevilliana sofa design embodies the graceful curves and attire of Sevillana dancing girls. Become entranced in the movement of modern lines drawing your eye down to the flirtatious fringe that skirts the base. http://www.bykoket.com/
HERITAGE SIDEBOARD by Boca do Lobo LIMITED EDITION Sideboard lined with hand painted tiles. In its interior, there is one door and four drawers fully lined with gold leaf. www.bocadolobo.com
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STYLE
ICONS From the first appearance of the mini skirt to mod-inspiring styles, the 1960’s were known for breaking traditions, with clothing styles going through radical changes. With the influence of British fashion, and the breakout of Twiggy, as well as the emanation of Parisian beauties like Catherine Deneuve, there was plenty to be inspired by the ‘60s.
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“Described as reserved, enigmatic and secretive, the French film actress always had her hair impeccably coiffed and her eyeliner immaculately applied.”
CATHERINE DENEUVE Numerous books, magazine columns and web posts have been dedicated to the graceful style of French women, and if anyone deserves the greater part of the credit for that, it’s Catherine Deneuve. Not only has she grasped natural glamour with her typical trench coat looks, chandelier earrings, and humble heels, her timeless blonde beauty and an air of mystery, made her the iconic Parisian woman. Described as reserved, enigmatic and secretive, the French film actress always had her hair impeccably coiffed and her eyeliner immaculately applied. Likewise, her trademark image included a thick mane of blonde hair and a ubiquitous cigarette in her hand.With her increasing success, the golden girl of French cinema, also became very well known as the muse of famous designer Yves Saint Laurent, whom she met at the set of Luis Buñuel’s film, Belle de Jour in 1966. The classic style of clothing of the character from their first movie collaboration is still iconic today for its eternal femininity.Deneuve was later chosen by Empire magazine as one of the 100 Sexiest Stars in film history (#38), and that was in part due to her cagy posture. She also became known as the “ice queen” of French cinema thanks to iconic roles as a twin in Les Demoiselles de Rochefort and as a psychopath in Roman Polanski’s Repulsion. Moreover, an authentic model for French splendor, her image was used to represent Marianne, the national symbol of France, from 1985 to 1989. Interesting fact is that Deneuve’s ads as a spokesmodel for Chanel No. 5, caused sales of the perfume to soar in United States.To this day, with 133 films, 16 Vogue Paris covers and a myriad of photo shoots with the world’s greatest photographers, Catherine Deneuve became a muse for the world of cinema, fashion and photography.
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TWIGGY Twiggy is best evoked as one of the first international supermodels, muse for the youth population and a fashion icon of the 1960’s, as well as the face of London’s “mod” scene. From her debut, at 16 years of age, her look based on three qualities: her stick-thin figure, a short boyish haircut and extraordinarily dark eyelashes. She was short for a model at 5’6” (167 cm), and extremely thin, which gave her a new kind of streamlined, androgynous sex appeal. Skinny to the point of emaciation, Twiggy’s intersexual charm became the big-eyed portrait of a modern girl. Her short hair, and exaggerated eye makeup gave her a unique look, letting her capture the spirit of the “swinging sixties” in London’s Carnaby Street mod scene, recognizable to this day. She had her career breakthrough when she was named The Face of 1966 by the Daily Express newspaper and voted British Woman of the Year. She soon appeared on the cover of many leading fashion magazines, including Elle, Vogue and The Tatler, and by 1967, she had modelled in France, Japan, and the US. Twiggy’s adolescent shape was the perfect starting point for the androgynous styles that began to emerge in the 1960’s.
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“She also started a fashion line called the “Twiggy London” collection, and has begun a fashion blog to discuss fashion-like themes.” The trend was manifested in numerous elements: sweet A-line dresses with collars and ties, suits and dresses that took their details from military uniforms, or, in the case of Yves Saint Laurent, an explicit transposition of the male tuxedo to women. At the same time, under the title of “unisex”, designs that were minimalistic were suggested by designers such as Pierre Cardin and Andre Courreges. Ultimately, Twiggy became so beloved in America that she even inspired her own Barbie doll. Extra Twiggy merchandise soon followed, including a board game and a lunch box. Admirers would even copy her characteristic eye look with their own set of Twiggy fake eyelashes. Her timeless beauty surpasses the decades and her style remains in the vanguard of fashion for women of her age. She also started a fashion line called the “Twiggy London” collection, and has begun a fashion blog to discuss fashion-like themes.
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FASHION ICONS THAT ENDURE THROUGH TIME AND BECOME TIMELESS Our world is fulfilled with amazing and wonderful objects of desire that conquer thousands of admirers all over the world, breaking all boundaries of time over the years. It can be for their simplicity, their extreme beauty, the high-end materials beneath the execution or it can be for the brand or designer's signature. The truth is that unique people are surrounded by unique pieces of clothing, accessories, shoes, bags and jewellery. Unique, exclusive and, sometimes, custom-made. The Handbag The iconic Hermès Birkin bag, originally designed for the actress Jane Birkin, is now one of the most desirable and sought after bags in the world. The ravishing Hermès Himalaya Birkin Bag is considered the Holy Grail in a Handbag collection and is made of Nilo crocodile, rendered in a subtle coloration that is meant to evoke images of the majestic Himalayan Mountains. It features 18-karat white gold hardware studded with white diamonds and a Cadena lock with 68.4 grammes of 18-karat white gold and encrusted with 40 white round brilliant diamonds, totalling 1.64 carats. On the bag, three different structural elements - the Touret, the Pontets, and the Plaques de Sanglons - feature more than 200 diamonds for a total of 8.2 carats. This is arguably the rarest, most spectacular, and most jaw-dropping Birkin to ever be made, and it is likely the only time a bag of this calibre will be offered on the luxury resale market.
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The Earrings Marketed as ‘The divine diamond twins’ by Sotheby’s, they were valued at £55 million (or a little over $71 million US), which makes them the world’s most expensive earrings, by a long margin. These exquisite two brightly coloured diamonds were named Apollo and Artemis and were cut and polished luxuriously to adorn a very lucky lady’s ears. Artemis is a fancy 16-carat Intense pink diamond, while the Apollo is considered to be a 14.54-carat Fancy Vivid blue diamond.
The Sneakers Aston Martin’s modern and sophisticated aesthetic combined with Hogan’s beautiful Italian construction to create the exquisite ‘Aston Martin x Hogan’ luxury sneaker. The exclusive sneaker reflects the elegance of the silhouette of an Aston Martin sports car and includes detailing from Aston Martin’s artisan leather craft. Applied to the exterior of the shoe, layers of leather create a wave of beautiful colours and materials that are sewn with superb attention to detail. The tongue of the sneaker is cut from Aston Martin’s classic kestrel tan leather with pinched seam detailing and feature the iconic Aston Martin wings. Each single pair is crafted to the same high standards that are expected by customers of the luxury British marque’s sports cars and those of the Italian master of casual-luxury shoes. Limited to a run of 3,000 pairs, the ‘Aston Martin x Hogan’ exclusive collection is available at Hogan flagship stores worldwide, on Hogan.com and at the Aston Martin Dover Street brand centre since the end of June.
The Watch Aston Martin’s modern and sophisticated aesthetic combined with Hogan’s beautiful Italian construction to create the exquisite ‘Aston Martin x Hogan’ luxury sneaker. The exclusive sneaker reflects the elegance of the silhouette of an Aston Martin sports car and includes detailing from Aston Martin’s artisan leather craft. Applied to the exterior of the shoe, layers of leather create a wave of beautiful colours and materials that are sewn with superb attention to detail. The tongue of the sneaker is cut from Aston Martin’s classic kestrel tan leather with pinched seam detailing and feature the iconic Aston Martin wings. Each single pair is crafted to the same high standards that are expected by customers of the luxury British marque’s sports cars and those of the Italian master of casual-luxury shoes. Limited to a run of 3,000 pairs, the ‘Aston Martin x Hogan’ exclusive collection is available at Hogan flagship stores worldwide, on Hogan.com and at the Aston Martin Dover Street brand centre since the end of June.
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HOTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE PARIS, FRANCE
Founded in 1913, the Hotel Plaza Athénée has always been an Haute Couture destination in Paris. Regarded as one of the best hospitality services in Paris, the Plaza Athénée is the idyllic venue to shop in the renowned avenue Montaigne while enjoying supreme views of the Eiffel Tower. The Hotel is a part of the prestigious Dorchester Collection of hotels. If is looking forward a fun winter gliding around the hotel’s ice rink or al fresco summer dining in the charming Court Jardin, the Hôtel Plaza Athénée thinks about every single detail in order to ensure that your trip to one of the fashion capitals of the world is an unforgettable one. The Hotel has been recently restored and, as a result, it is now comprised of 154 guestrooms and 54 suites, all with a characteristically Louis XVIinspired decor. The accommodations are reflective of the Parisian glamour and each room features room features bespoke linen, Italian marble bathrooms, antique furnishings, elegant sitting areas and a pillow menu for unequalled comfort.Le Bar du Plaza Athénée has been lavishly redesigned and is the perfect place to indulge in a cocktail or two. The Hotel also features five stunning restaurants, all of which are overseen by our world-renowned, multiple Michelinstarred Chef, Alain Ducasse. We had the pleasure to visit the Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée – which has won three Michelin-stars where we were greeted with an impressive combination of exquisite flavours and natural ingredients that resulted in scrumptious and
healthy dishes. The restaurant has been newly designed by Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku, featuring a colossal crystal ceiling that leaves guests absolutely flabbergasted, such as us. The restaurant presents a diverse menu that represents its essence of naturalness, one of the dishes we had the opportunity to joyfully savour was the Gamberoni from San Remo accompanied with avocado grilled on coffee beans, which was a complete out-of-body experience. Logically, the restaurant also has a heavenly wine selection that is overseen by the experienced sommelier, Gérard Margeon. As if everything we listed to this point wasn’t enough, the hotel also houses the only Dior Institute in Europe where guests can benefit from exclusive spa treatments in an opulent and relaxing ambience.
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HOTEL VERNET PARIS, FRANCE
Located near the emblematic Champs Elysées, the Hotel Vernet benefits from an authentic Haussmann style. The deluxe hotel is a member of the prestigious family-run hotel group, B Signature Hotels & Resorts. The interiors were designed by the extremely talented François Champsaur who paid homage to French elegance and savoir-faire - “The hotel itself is now entering its hundredth year in a spirit of modernity, whilst remaining proud of its history and of its splendid position between the Golden Triangle and the Etoile in Paris”
Upon entering the hotel, we were submerged into an unparalleled world of luxury, from the richness of the materials to the vibrant colours, to the original marble floor, to the white columns and arches, as well as the superb art works, all answerable for the unique and refined touch to Vernet.
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Upon entering the hotel, we were submerged into an unparalleled
mural by Jean-Michel Alberola located on the ceiling leads you into
world of luxury, from the richness of the materials to the vibrant
an ultimate visual journey that offers a multitude of emotions and
colours, to the original marble floor, to the white columns and
experiences. If we left the bar thinking nothing else could surpass
arches, as well as the superb art works, all answerable for the
our expectations anymore, we were surprisingly mistaken as we
unique and refined touch to Vernet. We felt like each design and
were stunned by the vast glass roof of the astonishing restaurant.
space had their own narrative and we were simply mesmerised
The exquisite dining venue is surrounded by contemporary works
by them. It became quite evident that the design of the hotel was
of arts and the majestic furniture is arranged in a ring disposition.
the result of brilliant minds who firmly believe in anchoring the
Our team was even more enthused to have a genuine culinary
beauties of modernity while keeping the French splendour and
experience by being able to observe the kitchen through a wide
tradition very much alive.
glazed panel. In a further thrill, the scrumptious dishes created by
The bedrooms at the Hotel Vernet are devoted entirely to provide
the amazing chef, Richard Robe did not disappoint as our taste
comfort and discreet luxury as well as that deep sense of well-being
buds were bestowed with a series of flavours and French classics,
and intimacy. Creating a warmth environment, wood was the
including the roasted veal with butter and green pepper, melon
dominant material utilised yet improved by a cluster of smooth
with balsamic vinegar, pan fried mushrooms, which was simply
features, from an outstanding selection of fabrics to organic cotton
delicious! Ultimately, a stay at Hotel Vernet will allow one to
curtains from Pierre Frey. The bathrooms are an absolute luxurious
pleasure in the most outstanding and relaxing pleasures.
delight and one could see that a lot of effort went into its design, since it almost felt like we were in a spa with all the astonishing features, such as the stunning glass mosaics and the Carrara marble washbasins. We were so thrilled by the sparkling and private ambience of the bar, especially in the copper and marble details used to evoke a sense of elegance. In addition, the fresco
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BARAKA RESTAURANT BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
“The dining room is best defined by a sophisticated and serene ambience with a view to an open kitchen, which brings creativity, simplicity and curiosity to the table offering guests the chance to have the ultimate gastronomic experience.”
Revered as an alluring location of French-Asian cuisine and fine dining, Baraka restaurant was established in 2001 and is managed by dynamic duo Leora and David Seboek. In 2015, the renowned destination was strategically relocated to the heritage Dorottya Palace right in the heart of historic Budapest as now it only a stone’s throw to five-star hotels and the banks of the Danube.
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The dining room is best defined by a sophisticated and serene ambience with a view to an open kitchen, which brings creativity, simplicity and curiosity to the table offering guests the chance to have the ultimate gastronomic experience. Prepared by Chef Norbert Biro and sous chef André Bicalho, the dishes are balanced with a mix of textures and flavours through molecular techniques making sure that the customers’ desires are satisfied and exceeded. In actuality, the menu at Baraka switches four times a year giving guests a versatile and curated reality. Baraka's cooking approach combines old and new techniques while maintaining the basics of French-Asian cuisine, as well as exploring new ingredients and methods. When tasting a dish at Baraka, one is immediately surprised by a tremendously wellbalanced seasonal combination like salty, sweet, sour and spicy flavours, and this is way Baraka is rather unique. Materials such as wood, glass and steel were used in the decor of Baraka to guarantee a harmonious environment that is both comfortable and stylish, and this is quite notorious in the lighting design provided, like the majestic Coltrane Ceiling Lamp by DelightFULL that can be seen in the bar, which has an extremely relaxing and natural ambience to it. “When we moved to the Dorottya Palace, it was the first time we designed a restaurant from scratch. We knew that it was important that the service areas were all part of the design and should be functional and beautiful. We knew that we wanted the kitchen and the service area for the waiters to be an extension of the other for the waiters to work. We think that one of the ultimate goals of any restaurant at this level is absolutely to receive a Michelin star. This is an affirmation that the hard work we put in to running this restaurant day in and day out is recognized by people who really understand what makes a restaurant great. Michelin symbolizes excellence in food, design, and service, and it would be amazing to be recognized by our peers from all over the world. It would bring us many guests who follow Michelin restaurants all over the globe who appreciate the efforts we put in to deliver the best experience possible."
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NIKKEI NINE
HAMBURG, GERMANY
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The Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Hamburg has opened the new design-restaurant NIKKEI NINE, offering innovative Japanese cuisine incorporated with Peruvian ingredients. In the age of global proximity country-specific dishes and cooking techniques melt with unusual ingredients from other countries and regions.
“The new restaurant NIKKEI NINE is decorated entirely in shades of gold, cognac, amber and black. The focus of the innovative concept is its unusual theatre-kitchen that is accessible for guests.” This interplay of contrasts is especially exciting when whole continents are connecting in a culinary way: the so called NIKKEI CUISINE represents Japanese cuisine with a Peruvian influence originated from the kitchens of Japanese immigrants in South America – predominantly in Peru and Brazil. Using surprising combinations and intense flavors, NIKKEI cultivated a style that complements the Japanese fine sense of classically elegant dishes by adding cheerful, hearty Peruvian elements.
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The new restaurant NIKKEI NINE is decorated entirely in shades of gold, cognac, amber and black. The focus of the innovative concept is its unusual theatre-kitchen that is accessible for guests. Furthermore, a double loaded bar, at which especially for the NIKKEI NINE created drinks as well as dinner can be served, brings additional value to the restaurant. In the evening from Thursday to Saturday a DJ creates a relaxed and international atmosphere discreetly. The interior concept of NIKKEI NINE was created by General Manager Ingo C. Peters and his Executive Team. The name NIKKEI represents the culinary direction of the restaurant, while the number nine is considered as highly positive in the Japanese culture and was therefore added to the name. In Japan, nine hours are the length of a good sleep. Additionally, the number nine represents the highest level of economically achievable success and the ideal number of people at a table in restaurants. Coincidentally the street number 9 of the previous Doc Cheng's serves as a connection between the innovative future and the traditional heritage of the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten at the Inner Alster Lake. This clear connection represents the thought of longevity and an exclusive restaurant concept.
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L’ABEILLE
PARIS, FRANCE
Well-known for its royal reception services, the Luxury Five-star
One of the most enticing features of the hotel we had the
Shangri-La Hotel Paris is a must destination that offers mesmerising
chance to experience was the Two-Michelin-starred restaurant,
views over the Eiffel Tower and the River Seine showcasing all the
L’Abeille. The restaurant offers a sophisticated French gastronomy
excellence of the city of lights. The Privileged location of the hotel
exclusively made by Executive Chef, Christophe Moret who is led
will allow you to have access to the most splendid attractions,
by the desire to express himself through a very carefully prepared
from fashion houses to colossal monuments. Just out of curiosity,
elegant cuisine. The Hotel was named in tribute to Napoleon’s
the prestigious hotel used to be the former home of Napoleon
preferred emblem, the Bee. In an enchanting atmosphere next to
Bonaparte’s grandnephew, the Prince Roland Bonaparte.
the garden, L’Abeille promises to reveal new emotions in aesthetics and flavours through hallmarks of culinary excellence including exceptional products and technique. This enchanting gastronomic restaurant endeavours to make the symbolism of the bee its own, using patience, technique and exceptional products as the hallmarks of culinary excellence.
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A plush interior in tones of silver, grey and taupe signed by PierreYves Rochon lends a chic ambience to this discreetly luxurious space. Unique details such as taffeta curtains inspired by 19thcentury motifs by Lelièvre, bespoke porcelain and a smoked crystal chandelier designed by Rochon provides the finishing touches of the intimately spectacular restaurant. We were so delighted by the attentive service of the restaurant. The Chausey Isle’s lobster on almonds shells cooked in a casserole, sangria marinated peaches with a chaud-froid claw was an entryway to heaven, absolutely divine, and the same can be said by the Frosted Corsican honey which is perfumed with lemon and eucalyptus. The Royale of sea urchin and gold urchins is also a must try! L’Abeille is the perfect dining destination for those who are connoisseurs of wine as it offers an extensive and alluring selection of wines from all around the world. You will be completely enamoured with the ambience of the majestic Shangri-La Hotel as well as the magnificent restaurant, so you will have a hard time leaving this spectacular venue.
“This enchanting gastronomic restaurant endeavours to make the symbolism of the bee its own, using patience, technique and exceptional products as the hallmarks of culinary excellence.”
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LE GRAND RESTAURANT PARIS, FRANCE
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Situated in the heart of Paris, Le Grand Restaurant takes you on an intimate journey created by Chef Jean-François Piège who wanted to express his creativity and ambition and let gastronomy enthusiasts discover his world. The signature restaurant presents perfectly cooked dishes through the hands of an experienced and passionate team led by Piège. At the restaurant, freedom and timing are two words that are taken extremely serious which was rather visible during our visit.
“The restaurant is characterised by a bold and creative appeal that is not only rendered into the cuisine but also to the interior decor...” Le Grand Restaurant offers modern and innovating cooking techniques that together with an astonishing and comfortable ambience completely transport you into a unique voyage into selfdiscovery. The restaurant is characterised by a bold and creative appeal that is not only rendered into the cuisine but also to the interior decor which was conceived by Iceland-born designer, Gulla Jónsdóttir who masterfully combined noble materials with concrete in the 25-seat venue. The first thing that guests discover is the black and white marble kitchen where the vast oval oven allows people to easily pass. After crossing this area, one can also find the phenomenal wine cellar, and ultimately, arrive in the dining area. We were immediately hypnotised by the massive skylight with grey geometric forms that are absolutely striking. On another note, the attentive staff was always ready to tend to your every need which is something extremely important in luxury dining services. As we left the restaurant we felt like we really had experienced an authentic sense of French cuisine, from the scrumptious entrées to the delicious main course, not to mention the fabulous dessert, all delightfully served next to a wide variety of wines. The dishes were presented marvellously and one could almost see the reasoning behind each and every ingredient. Each aroma and flavour is maximised and you can almost feel the full transformation of the ingredient. One particularity that left us craving for more was the fact that from where we were sitting in the dining room, we could see the artist techniques of the chef while he was cooking which is a truly beautiful process to witness. Another one that we were thrilled about was the display of a wide variety of cheeses that really brings one of the most important aspects of French cuisine to light.
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DARWIN BRASSERIE LONDON, UK
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With a magnificent view over the Thames, on the level 36 of the Sky Garden, you can find the Darwin Brasserie. This is the perfect place to enjoy the first meal of the day, and that was what we did! A relaxed place designed by multi-award winning landscape architects Gillespies and the interiors of Darwin by O1 creative. The inspiration for the project was the nature and understated decor, which allows the food and the view to do the entire job! In the London’s highest brasserie you can enjoy a brisk breakfast meets, working lunches or even relaxed dinners. The next step is the ‘brunch tails’ in Darwin and launch rhubarb as a company, which will be opening in Centre Point later in the year.
“The inspiration for the project was the nature and understated decor, which allows the food and the view to do the entire job!”
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SPISESTEDET FEED RESTAURANT COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Located in the trendy district of Nørrebro, Spisestedet Feed is a
are also great choices. The dessert tasting is the cherry on top of
must-go in Copenhagen. This modern restaurant offers delicious
all offering several small and sweet courses, such as the cheesecake
dishes from South Europe with a twist of the young chefs’
with gingerbread crust, made with homemade crème fraîche and
expertise, providing an interesting and unique dining experience.
organic creme cheese; the apple crumble with two apple purées also with the crème fraîche; or the modern banana split, a chocolate
The excellent food at reasonable prices makes Spisestedet Feed one of the favourites places in Copenhagen The atmosphere in Feed is hearty, open and energetic. The raw wooden tables combined with a modern style with a cosy feeling makes this the perfect spot for an intimate and quiet dinner. The dishes, cooked with passion using only high-quality ingredients, are an enjoyable surprise. Despite their young age, the chefs Jacob and Christopher, only in their 20s, have a lot of experience in the restaurant industry. After serving in several places, Jacob has been in Australia and Canada for two years working in high-profile restaurants. Christopher took a trip to Asia. In the summer of 2015, they took the inspiration and the experiences from those countries and open their own restaurant: Spisestedet Feed was born. The three-course dishes changes every week. As a starter, the tasting platter allows the customer to taste several small dishes such as the salmon tasting with beetroot/blueberry cured salmon, salmon tartar with apple, dijon and trout roe, rye bread croutons and homemade crème fraîche; the beef tenderloin carpaccio with truffle aioli, parmesan crostinis and arugula; the simple but delicious stuffed mushrooms with goat cheese, aged parma ham and parsley on a dijon aioli; or the fresh baked focaccia bread with smoked scamorza cheese and tomato bruschetta. As main dishes, the Pan Seared Duck Breast with celeriac purée, mashed potatoes, red wine sauce and sautéed vegetables or the Grilled Entrecôte, a grilled Danish beef entrecôte with burnt carrot purée, mashed potatoes, red wine sauce and sautéed vegetables,
brownie with hazelnuts and banana parfait. The excellent food at reasonable prices makes Spisestedet Feed one of the favourites places in Copenhagen, attracting many visitors to the restaurant. Guests should, therefore, reserve a table to enjoy this amazing experience and the perfect service provided by the friendly staff.
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NOVIKOV
LONDON, UK
Novikov Restaurant has 4 distinct areas: Bar, Asian Restaurant,
dressing, pomegranate & quail eggs that made us crave for more.
Italian Restaurant and Club and that is the main reason why it
We were served with fresh Sea bass carpaccio with taggiasca
captures different publics.
olives & lemon dressing. Then, the Chef presented the three iconic kinds of pasta of the Italian Menu: a vegetarian option -
“To finish the Pasta dishes, they impressed us once they started cooking Tonnarelli “in the Parmesan wheel” with black pepper right by our side.” The owner, Arkady Novikov chose Mayfair for his first restaurant out of Russia.The Italian restaurant, that we had the pleasure to dine in, is very spacious and rustic, in an elegant way. The venue’s interiors are the work of Geometry Design Moscow, overseen by Keir Townsend Project Manager. The main feature of the decoration is the wood-fired oven that fills the space and adds character to the Restaurant. The chandeliers with candles give a warm feeling and turn the space into a more comfortable environment. All the lighting of the Restaurant has a variable light intensity that can be adjusted to different situations. There are several trees that are spread through the dining room and that makes the customers feel surrounded by nature. We had a phenomenal tasting experience that was suggested by
Baked aubergine parmigiana; a meat option, Orecchiette duck ragu & savoy cabbage; and a seafood option, Spaghetti with clams, bottarga, garlic with chilli & olive oil. To finish the Pasta dishes, they impressed us once they started cooking Tonnarelli “in the Parmesan wheel” with black pepper right by our side. In regards to the main dishes, they served first the Sea bass fillet wrapped in foil & baked, with datterino tomatoes & clams, that was absolutely flawless in flavour and presentation. The Roasted baby lamb leg with herbs bread crumb was perfectly cooked as the meat deliciously fell apart from the bone. The desserts are usually the best part of any meal and this selection was no exception. Followed by the Classic Italian tiramisu, was the Strawberry Mille Feuille with zabaione cream, the mango & passion fruit pannacotta with fresh fruit and we finished with dark Valrhona chocolate fondant with hazelnut praline served with mint and mango ice cream. To highlight, the Sommelier served the most suitable and tasteful wines to go along with the dishes. Exquisite! Mesmerising!
the Chef, Marco Torri. We started with Burrata with datterino tomatoes & olive oil, and Scottish salmon tartar with yoghurt
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LE GABRIEL RESTAURANT PARIS, FRANCE
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Located in a capital as stimulating as Paris when it comes to
Such profound respect for nature and its produce goes hand in
gastronomy, La Réserve Paris – Hotel and Spa rises skillfully to
hand with fanciful gustatory journeys paying tribute to culinary
the challenge with its restaurant, Le Gabriel, where the Executive
inspirations from around the world, and surprising discerning
Chef Jérôme Banctel offers contemporary French cuisine inspired
palates through revisited interpretations of the great classics. This
by the seasons. This approach implies unforgettable dishes to be
is not about a delirious avant-garde frenzy, but instead just enough
discovered and rediscovered in all their natural glory: enhanced yet
creativity to give each dish the excitement of “a first time”. And
never disguised. The result is a cuisine entirely in tune with the
that’s exactly what you feel.
philosophy cultivated by La Réserve owner, Michel Reybier, who
But the restaurant is also the chef behind it. Passion and precision
advocates “excellence dedicated to serving a clientele that must be
are undoubtedly the reasons that have driven the success of
able to dine here on a daily basis and consistently find exceptional
Jérôme Banctel. The Brittany-born Executive Chef was trained
dishes.”
by the greatest contemporary talents in gastronomy, including Alain Senderens at Lucas Carton. He has worked for prestigious
“...when it comes to gastronomy, La Réserve Paris – Hotel and Spa rises skillfully to the challenge with its restaurant, Le Gabriel, where the Executive Chef Jérôme Banctel offers contemporary French cuisine inspired by the seasons.”
establishments such as the Crillon and Ambroisie hotels in Paris. His extensive travels in Japan have also had a strong influence on his culinary style. Wherever he goes, he constantly refines his knowledge of traditional French cuisine. Unfailingly rigorous in terms of both product quality and meticulous techniques, he pursues the ultimate objective of delivering deliciously authentic flavours. Jérôme Banctel is definitely a chef with a fine career to date, who dazzles with a cuisine that is as technically solid as it is distinctive in terms of flavours. He serves dishes based on superb produce, never straying too far from his firmly traditional foundations, yet capable of venturing beyond them when this is justified. You can, for instance, find a few cleverly balanced Asian touches ... A real success that you must try for yourself!
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PORTE 12
PARIS, FRANCE
It is in the Rue des Messageries that we find the oriental influenced
The Chef Vincent Crepel is a French native who spent much of
restaurant Porte 12, in the tenth district, located near the metro
his childhood and formation years in the region of Midi Pyrénées
Poissonière. Exactly because it is outside the chic Parisian area, the
and along the shores of the French Atlantic Ocean. He expanded
chef Vincent Crepel, under master André Chiang’s directions, de-
his culinary knowledge notably under the wings of Chefs Philippe
cided to choose this atypical location.
Rochat and Benoît Violier of the famous Hotel de Ville Crissier in
“We intended to escape from the center and look for a cozier and
Switzerland and Chef André Chiang of the eponymous Restaurant
disconnected place from the central Parisian restaurant area”, ex-
André in Singapore. Crepel has developed his knowledge in cuisine
plains Crepel. Reactivating what was once a textile and lingerie
through its travels between Europe and Asia.
atelier, Porte 12 has been created in harmony within the funda-
His influences are vast. “I have changed the way I see cuisine, I
mentals of its predecessors – the marvelous artistry works of one’s
could quote, Benoit Violier, André Chiang, Philippe Rochat, Juan
pair of hands and ceaseless interminable inspirations - merged in a
Mari Arzak”, he adds.
blend of contemporary and old, creativity and simplicity. It is im-
“I express myself by signing a cuisine of author rooted in the mo-
possible not to be enchanted by the oriental influences that guide
dernity, but which does not forget its original roots”, note. As the
the genesis of Porte 12 restaurant: from the diner starters to the
product dictates his delicacies, he only sublimates it.
final dish everything evokes the Asian flavors. A pure experience conceived on an honest and yet imaginative journey.
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His signature plate is grilled mackerel, of a formidable agility in tastes and textures. Regarding the wines, the ex-sommelier of the restaurant André in Singapore, Thibault Passinge rakes wide and good in the beautiful family of author wines with organic and biodynamic trends: Pinot gris the Fromanteau 2010 Josmeyer in Alsace, Ermitage du pic Saint-Loup Cuvée Sainte Agnès ... a panoply of choices. André Chiang, his main master with whom he learned a lot about Asiatic cuisine, is one of those young, modern and creative chefs who animate the world’s gastro-planet. It was him who guided the young French chef from the Basque Country in Singapore. Top ten of the best restaurants in the world, the chef/ artist André Chiang of Restaurant ANDRE in Singapore, is the helping force behind the “bistronomique” adventure of his longtime protégé. The table is a true invitation for an unforgettable gastronomic experience: Crepel is elaborating an enthusiastic cuisine, resolutely contemporary, inspired by his travels and his various professional experiences (Asia, still and always). Although, he inspired himself in different learning methods: he went to Herzac in Spain, which is a very different culture, but the basic bases of cooking were learned in France. “What we learn in Asia is another way of working, products, cooking, techniques and lots of flavors.”, he explains. “Asian cuisine has changed my cooking and how I work. It has enriched me, and it feels on my plates.”
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LE CINQ
PARIS, FRANCE Four Seasons Hotel Georges V is everyone’s daydream coming true.
you can enjoy good weather during these days, with the dining
As you cross the entrance you are immediately astonished by the
room on the right of the lobby as you enter.
majestic decoration and the chic details. Immediately, you are as-
This is quintessential Paris in its finest form. You walk through the
sisted by the kind employees that are at your service. You cross at
hotel main lobby and are welcomed by an almost overwhelming flo-
your left and you are redirected to Le Cinq, one of Four Seasons
ral arrangement. Somehow it is not overwhelming, as tourists flock
Hotel Georges V’s restaurants.
to the lobby to see the flowers alone, but they’ll also head inside
A few steps from Champs-Elysées, the restaurant Le Cinq is locat-
La Galerie for a refreshment. Fashionable Parisians as well as classy
ed at the center of the Golden Triangle, the most visited area the
tourists have there their drinks amid breathtaking tapestries, 19th-
capital. Le Cinq offers sumptuous gourmet dishes inspired by the
century paintings and furniture.
spirit of the times, aesthetic, colorful, elegant. Wide and luminous
We are immediately impressed by the exquisite dining room, outfit-
in shades of gold and gray, the hall of the restaurant Le Cinq was
ted in grey and gold. The tablecloths, china and silver were all cre-
created to give guests the feeling of being in the private dining room
ated specifically for this legendary hotel. Unveiled at the end of the
of a house.
famous Historical Gallery, behind two majestic wrought iron doors
Open in 2001, part of the luxury Georges V palace hotel, Le Cinq
it is furnished in a classic French-English style. There are beautiful
hides an art deco landmark dating back to 1928. Historically mark-
furniture French and Louis medallion chairs XVI gilded to the leaf.
ing, this was General Eisenhower’s headquarters during the Allied
From this set bathed in light with rich tones, a warm and cozy at-
liberation of Paris. There is a fine-looking central courtyard where
mosphere is achieved. Tables were nicely spaced to give diners more
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privacy. They included many hotel guests from around the world. And it’s among graciosity and perseverance that we find Christian Le Squer haut cuisine. Christian Le Squer shapes and assembles Its products to sublimate them and to obtain the most accomplished flavors, in a perfect consistency. He grew up in Brittany, where he discovered cooking through the preparation of fresh fish and vegetables. Parisian haute cuisine is his signature. With exemplary regularity, the Chief was rewarded twelve consecutive years with 3 stars in the Michelin guide. At the end of 2014 he joined the kitchens of the restaurant Le Cinq. It’s in the year of 2016 that he would be crowned again with 3 stars. Le Squer defines his kitchen as “made of flavors concentrated and moving “. Christian Le Squer considers himself a delighted man for having picked up the 3rd star in such a distinct place. He had to use his versatile skills to satisfy the most demanding tastes and adapt himself to a clientele that is always on the lookout for the detail that makes all the difference, playing with the codes of luxury hotels. And he highlights Parisian flavour instead of international specialties. “If you want to dine international, there are many places to do it in the city. What we do here at Le Cinq is Parisian, and we do it very well.” We must agree since menus draw on classic French culinary techniques and also embrace newer, lighter cooking styles, always incorporating the freshest regional ingredients. Le Squer feels honored to be part of “the long line of very big chefs” that turned the George V into a destination for French haute cuisine. Even more, he continues, was the opportunity to move to an international stage. “At Pavillon Ledoyen, (his ancient working place) we had no public relations at all. Here, there is a new way of communicating our passion. I love speaking with journalists, and being able to get word out about what we create is very gratifying.”, he adds. What Le Squer creates is “the art of eating French style.” He draws from the local tradition of le cuisine bourgeois – that is, cuisine as it was prepared for families by private chefs – as well as the myriad regional influences – from the coast of his native Brittany to the south of France – that shape culinary offerings and delight palates across the city. He has a passion for seafood (in fact he wanted to be a fisherman when he was younger) so he was determined to bring flavours of the sea to the menu at Le Cinq. A detail that is not known
generally is that he swims for an hour every morning before cycling to work, adjusting his hobbies to his renowned career. Michelin Guide describes him as a “composer of tastes”. The truth is that Le Squer reinterprets traditional French dishes with lighter, softer and more refreshing touches preferred by contemporary diners. Like a perfumer or a couturier, he fashions flavours that linger long in the mouth, piecing together signature dishes that combine tastes, textures and colours – such as Transparency of Ginger, Campari and Orange; Essence of the Sea with scallop au naturel with iced tarama; and gratinated onions à la Parisian that burst with soup at the touch of a spoon – to evoke “unexpected sensations.” And it was that exactly that feeling that invaded us during our experience at Le Cinq. It’s amazing how graciously we are served, the attention to detail, the delicacy of the suggestions and the mastery of the organization around us. We were leaded through a world of unique flavors, in which the palate rejoices with the intensity of the flavor that fills us. It is interesting to note that although it is a luxury restaurant, there is a certain subtle formalism that is unpretentious. All the surrounding ambiance catapults us into an idyllic, charming setting where ambiance and gastronomy make the perfect match. We were invited to start firstly with some unique experiences: on a spoon there was what a ginger bubble which exploded with flavours of campari and orange in the mouth. A tremendous sensation that is felt intensely while multiple sensations of delight are lit. After this deep dive into Le Squer delicacy, we experienced divine lunch starters: iodized flavors foie gras / caviar, accompanied by specially designed wines: wines chosen by Eric Beaumard ( director of le Cinq) such as Vrouvray Demi -Sec 2012 Domaine Forean. All this served in a careful and meticulous way, with a refined touch and an incredibly intense taste. During this unforgettable experience, they introduced us the wine list which has a vast repertoire of wines but we let ourselves be led by the suggestion of the already experienced director of Le Cinq.
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Bread service came along we’re presented with a gorgeous tray filled with three types of rolls. The baguette, a buttery, flax seed topped croissant roll and dark rye roll were overall delicious. Everything was chosen in detail, and the wine fits perfectly in the palate harmoniously with the lunch starter. On the other hand, it is hard to come to Le Cinq and not to taste Le Squer ‘mise en bouche’ Large Dublin bay prawn from Brittany warm mayonnaise, crunchy buckwheat pancake. Try it with the explendid Meursault 2014 Les Narvaux Domaine Ballot Millot and it will be a terrific experience. For the main meal we picked up blue lobster creamy coral emulsion and grilled and glazed pigeon watercress coulins / shredded green pear, with Nuits Saints-Georges 1er cru 2013 Les Procés Domaine Duband. And what a delightful dessert we could expect: iced dark chocolate crus roasted peanut /carambar with Banyuls 1990 Cave de l’Etoile made our day. Undoubtedly, a touch of pleasing refinement to the palate. The final touch for one of our inviters was a refreshed marinated red berries cheese cake meringue, which was tremendously delicious, accompanied by Jurançon 2013 Domaine de Souch. Combined with the striking tableware, stunning floral sculptures, and exquisite grey-and-gold colour scheme of Le Cinq, the result is a thoroughly Parisian lunch experience, indeed. Finally, it is served a mineral water 100% natural from the fountain, one of the purest waters you’ll be able to taste. Then, you’ll be invited to drink a coffee along with chocolates. It is also offered a soft gift from Le Cinq: typical sweets from Paris. The experience couldn’t be more pleasant and the thing is that it awakes all the five senses: you’ll feel as if you were in another atmosphere. Regarding his menus, although they could be categorized as seasonal, Le Squer prefers to describe them as “moving,” as in “when an ingredient is no longer available at peak quality, I move on to something new.” He has also brought a refreshing openness to the kitchen, based upon his belief that anyone, “even an 18-year-old who is two months into his or her first job,” can contribute creatively to the cuisine. He likes to enable, challenge and motivate his team, encouraging chefs to shop and dine out in the city, the better to spot or even launch new culinary trends. Similarly, Le Squer believes strongly in research and development, assigning team members to explore new culinary directions, techniques and flavours that originate from his own ideas. Everything that comes out of his kitchen is tasted and meticulously calculated, while dishes – even those that seem simple in appearance – require rigorous work and precision to come together on the plate. In the end, nothing is superfluous and everything has its own place. Le Squer wasn’t drawn to the culinary world by anyone or thing in particular. Rather, he says, he just loves to eat, “and I absolutely love French cuisine.” The tastes he recalls from his youth along the coast of Brittany often find their way onto his menus: line-finished sea bass with caviar and fermented milk, for instance, is highlighted
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as “from my childhood” at Le Cinq, and he describes ham and cepe mushrooms with spaghetti as “an almost childish dish that I enjoyed as a kid” – albeit now dressed up to the hilt for the Four Seasons crowd. His goal, he adds, is to create dishes that “get emotions going so that guests feel the love that I have for what I create.” There is no one thing about life in Paris that inspires him, but everything. Beyond obvious things like fashion and art, Le Squer is moved by the “everyday life” he spies while walking the streets of the city. “I pay attention to all details, everything I see,” he says. And how couldn’t we understand it if everything he sees he devotes to his haute cuisine art? A devotion that is accompanied by Eric Beaumard, also a native of Brittany. It is to his grandparents that Eric Beaumard owes his interest in gastronomy. They conveyed to him their passion for flavors, and their sense of harmony of haute cuisine and wine. Backed by Patrick Simiand, he manages a team of 48 people. It was him who took the initiative to create the wine cellar of the restaurant Le Cinq. Eric Beaumard’s has developed a passion for authenticity, diversity and richness of the great viticulture and he always like to study more about this science so vast and to add references to the extended list of the most exquisite wines. Eric Beaumard’s mission is to match them intimately with the kitchen of Le Cinq, a task that he accomplishes perfectly, since he manages masterfully not only the orchestra of waiters but also achieves all the conditions for the brightest of the ambiances in the outrageous dining room. With an incredible Michelin three stars Chef, along with a wines expert director and an extended network of dedicated employees, the result can only be an authentic unforgettable journey through Le Squer peerless delicacies.
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LE PAIN FRANÇAIS GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN
The story of the Gothenburg’s favorite French café has an unex-
cold French dishes and pastries are served. The service is friendly
pected beginning. Le Pain Français was neither a bakery, a cafe nor
and attentive. The interior design of the bistro, designed by Stylt
a pastry shop when founded on August 18, 1995. Instead, it began
Trampoli, has received attention in the international media, since
as a dream in a courtesy truck, with which the company’s founder
its opening. It has been selected by design magazine Bored Panda as
delivered baguettes to convenience stores. But, during the long ex-
one of the world’s twenty best-designed restaurants and bars. The
peditions around Gothenburg, a vision emerged to create a French
slightly over-the-top and eclectic interior decor of this restaurant
café with bakery and pastry shop. Against all odds and advises,
can take us back to the days of Jules Verne and Gustave Eiffel. It’s
two French bakers started the café. In the coming years, the French
a wonderful venue with fantastic decorations. Even the bathroom
concept was further refined. Today, Le Pain Français Bistro is a
is worth visiting since it is so nice. It’s truly a magical Parisian flair
restaurant, bar, café and tea room that extends over 1,200 square
in the heart of Sweden.
meters, has 400 seats and four different levels, each one with its own and special theme. The entry level is inspired by La Belle Époque and serves lunch, dinner and snacks. At the basement’s bread workshop one can have a peak at the chefs working, whilst on the second and third floor one will find chic tea rooms, a VIP room, bars, and an orangery. The Bistro’s French menu offers everything from breakfast to dinner, and the three bars are open until late on weekends. Sunday is brunch day, when a buffet of hot and
“The slightly over-the-top and eclectic interior decor of this restaurant can take us back to the days of Jules Verne and Gustave Eiffel.”
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ERWIN RESTAURANT AND BAR MOSCOW, RUSSIA
Erwin is one of the best places to eat in Moscow. From the
quality seafood: langoustines, prawns, crabs and other deli-
food, to the location and the décor. Situated at the foot of Ho-
cacies, divided between “River ” and “Sea” depending on their
tel Ukraina with a view across the river to the Russian White
provenance.
House, Erwin has gone under a renovation and reopened with a
Regarding the interior design, MMZ Bureau considered the
new concept and an extended name “RekaMoreOkean” (River,
whole project a work of contrasts: not only the colors, but also
Sea, Ocean). The restaurant, run by Alexander Rappoport - a
materials and fabrics, diverge from one another. Copper colored
man whose list of previous projects reads like who’s who of
synthetic leather seats contrast with colorful velvet dining
high-end Moscow dining, - has a remarkable menu of fish and
chairs, metal differs from fabric, and the final result is a luxuri-
seafood, famous for the unique assortment of fish caught do-
ous groovy set where clients can have a great meal or relax after
mestically (25 rivers and seas in Russia) at definitely good pric-
a busy day. The studio projected the bar area as a sophisticated
es, according to the capital standards. And, when the kitchen,
contrasting set with copper and a bright color palette. “The
headed by talented chef Yana Pershina, takes its seafood so seri-
idea of the look was to make a huge metal bridge in an elegant
ously, one can forgive Erwin its ostentation. Erwin’s décor was
atmosphere and add some bright spots” says Maria Zhukova,
not easy to complete, or so it says the team of designers from
the Chief Architect. Besides the quality food and the rich inte-
MMZ Bureau. The restaurant’s area has 230 seats inside plus a
riors, another two of the reasons why this place has become so
large terrace on the outside, making it possible to have almost
popular are the fact that the restaurant is located at the bank
400 guests. It’s an amazing place for celebrations, be it roman-
of the Moscow River with available parking space along em-
tic, in large groups, special occasions, or business meetings.
bankment from both sides of the driveway, an area turned into
In the main room, guests are welcomed by a column enclosed
a restaurant cluster with a number of amazing restaurants. In
by a shoal of free-hanging metal fish, a statue of Poseidon in
addition to that there is Badaev factory area located 5 minute
swimming trunks, and a huge stage displaying Erwin’s high-
walk away where they have the famous Krysha Mira night club and several other restaurants and bars.
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LILI RESTAURANT PARIS, FRANCE
Located at the Peninsula Paris hotel, Lili Restaurant is all about two
To succeed in this ambitious challenge, Christophe Raoux, French
chefs, two culinary traditions, four hands but a single and unique
chef and Best Craftsman of France 2015, wanted to join forces with
menu. The new recruits at The Peninsula Paris luxury hotel, French
the excellence of Chinese chef Peter Ma’s technique, to develop
Executive Chef Christophe Raoux and Chinese Chef Peter Ma, are
a unique, four-handed menu, perfectly blending the subtlety of
in charge of the hotel’s Cantonese gourmet restaurant, combining
Asian flavours with the elegance of local and seasonal French
their talents to co-sign the latest LiLi menu. When Asian technique
products. Chef Ma is a high-calibre technician. As a perfectionist,
is applied to French produce, it can only promise to be inspiring.
he pays particular attention to the precision of cooking times in
And we truly felt inspired during our experience at Lili Restaurant.
order to preserve the aromatic subtleties of traditional Cantonese cuisine. Chef Raoux enjoys life to the fullest. A lover of produce and passionate about discovering the best that the terroir has to offer, he understands the importance of sourcing from local farmers working closely with the best growers to get an unparalleled range of the finest fresh produce.
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Inspired by their vocation, they design and create new culinary combinations to transform the products that are so crucial to their respective signatures, without betraying the principles and the very essence of traditional Cantonese cuisine. Beef sautéed with Thai basil, truffle and comté macaroni gratin, fruit tea desserts with a twist on the famous almond pastry calisson d’Aix, this extraordinary menu reveals a myriad of flavours that is full of poetry. The menu also tells a story of two chefs separated by culture and language but united through taste and the love of their art, thereby confirming that the complicity of a meal is shared long before it is tasted. This unique and delicious experience will highlight the gourmet sin of the captivating atmosphere featured by LiLi’s Chinese opera setting, creating an ode to authenticity, culinary delights and products, and by paying tribute to all those who work to preserve good taste.
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TEMPURA MATSUI NEW YORK CITY, USA
New York’s high-end Japanese market got its first Tempura
between the two countries – the US and Japan – through food and
restaurant in July 2015. And since then, its reputation has evolved
tempuras”. Tempura Matsui’s amazing dishes dazzle the ones who
in the Manhattan food scene. Their amazing skills in tempura
try them. The tempura option ranged in the best of the best when
cuisine got them two Michelin stars in a row.
it comes vegetables and seafood. The tempura on each dish is right on point: Light without being greasy. Recently, New York City’s
“The tempura option ranged in the best of the best when it comes vegetables and seafood.”
only traditional-style Tempura restaurant is now serving lunch.
The 19-seat restaurant serves a tasting menu of seafood and
The dishes change seasonally to properly highlight ingredients at
vegetables that has been exceptionally carefully battered and fried.
their peak. This menu includes an appetizer, a Tenjy, a Homemade
A succession of small bites and plates will be served in turn by a
Soba and a dessert. Lunch will be served Monday through Friday,
chef. The fry master in question here is Kiyoshi Chikano. Firstly,
12:00pm-2:00pm. Seats are limited, and reservations are strongly
he mastered his art in his home country in Japan and then took
recommended. So, if you are in NY and you didn’t get the chance
the leap when Chef Masao Matsui, a veteran chef/owner of several
to visit Tempura Matsui now, this is the time. Don’t miss your
Tempura Restaurants in Tokyo, was opening a Tempura restaurant
chance to go to the finest tempura dining in NYC.
in NYC. Chef Chikano states that he wanted to “build a bridge
Chef Kiyoshi Chikano, with over 20 years of experience, decided to add a quality lunch option for Midtown Manhattan. The set course lunch menu costs $40 per person and it is the ultimate deal.
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BACCARAT HOTEL & RESIDENCES NEW YORK CITY, USA
“The Afternoon Tea Experience takes place in the Grand Salon, from Wednesday through Sunday, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.” If you´re planning on visiting New York City (NYC) soon, and want to try a different and relaxing pace in the afternoon, we recommend a fantastic Afternoon Tea experience. This kind of experience is growing in the city that never sleeps, especially in the most exquisite and refined hotels, that offer it with different particularities. Coveted Magazine had the amazing opportunity to experience one of the best places in NYC, the Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York. The Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York is the first hotel and global flagship for the more than two-hundred-andfifty-year-old Baccarat crystal brand, and it can be found directly across the street from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) as well as steps away from the Fifth Avenue. This sumptuous fiftystorey tower features sixty private residences with access to all hotel amenities, 114 guest rooms and suites as well as a glamorous second-storey lobby salons and bar. The conception and aesthetics were the responsibility of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill that served as architects for Baccarat. The Paris-based interior design firm, Gilles & Boissier led the creation of the hotel´s interiors, the New York- based designer, Tony Ingrao – which was honoured in Architectural Digest Top 100 - managed the residential design. The hotel occupies the first twelve floors of the split-level tower and pays tribute to two hundred and fifty years of history of the Baccarat Brand, mixing French classic aesthetics with modern contemporary design. In the ground-floor-entrance, we can find four-foot-tall dual-sided fireplaces that pay homage to Baccarat´s furnaces. Behind the entrance, there’s an installation that features in a horizontal disposition 2,000 of Baccarat’s most iconic crystal, the Harcourt, which are illuminated with Led lights, creating a 24-hour light show. The Afternoon Tea Experience takes place in the Grand Salon, from Wednesday through Sunday, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This space can be described with a theatrical or cinematic feel, presenting a 35-foot ceiling and a plush, platinumand-champagne-hued palette creating an incredibly glamorous backdrop for all-day lounging. In the Grand Salon, we can admire selected classic and reinterpreted pieces from the brand’s archival and contemporary collections displayed in towering vitrines.
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Baccarat Tea Experience sets apart from other tea experiences
L´Opera and Earl Grey D´or, both are delicious but also consider
by having their own Tea Sommelier, Gabrielle Jammal which
the Earl Grey D´or which is simply superb.
offers guests a unique immersion in the fine art of tea through
The Champagne choice was Ruinart Champagne Brut Rosé NV
an exclusive partnership with Mariage Frères. Gabrielle Jammal is
served in the signature Baccarat fluted glasses.
certified as a tea sommelier with the International Tea Master’s
The presentation is just stunning, everything tasted fresh and
Association, her passion for tea can relate to her family heritage,
delicious, especially the Savories. Baccarat achieved a good balance
by her mother´s English roots and her father´s Middle Eastern
in between courses.
ancestry, this prompted her to develop an interest in organics and
After the tea experience, we had a guided visit through the other
wellness as well as having a better understanding of the role that
areas of the hotel, visiting the Petit Salon’s smoked oak walls
tea plays in this desired lifestyle.
and emerald green velvet seating allowed guests to enjoy a more
For the experience, we´ve chosen from the menu the Prince of
private and tranquil environment. In addition, we visit the darkly
Wales, An English Tea at Windsor.
opulent 60-foot bar that features crimson velvets, dark leathers as
Savories
well as a black-and-white checked floor inspired by the stables at
Honey Crisp Apple Tartelette with Jambon and Fromage Blanc
Château de Versailles and boasts a dramatic barrel-vaulted ceiling,
Foie Gras Mousseline with Blackberry and Pistachio Financier
three monumental chandeliers and tracked stage. Beyond the bar,
Filet Mignon with Horseradish Crème and Onion Fennel Roll
oversized French doors lead to the hotel’s beautiful landscaped
Maine Lobster Salad with Parsnip on Black Sesame Pizelle Savory
terrace, dotted with topiaries and comfortable seating overlooking
Pain Perdu with Spinach, Mushroom and Mimolette.
MoMA. The hotel´s art collection is assembled by the French
Sweets
curators Stéphanie and Frédéric Chambre, which includes works
Black Orchid Mousse au Chocolat, Tartlette aux Fruits, Jasmine
from important movements over the two hundred and fifty years
Pistachio Genoise, Charlotte Framboise.
since Baccarat’s foundation. Commissioned original art and one-
Warm Housemade Sconces
of-a-kind furniture from renowned French artists Francois Houtin
with Devonshire Cream and Seasonal Gelée.
and Armand Jonckers can also be found throughout the hotel.
The exclusive mixes and blends of the renown French Mariages
The Hotel features the first ever La Mer Spa in the United States,
Frères are just perfect for tea lovers. The choice of teas are the À
it is also open to general public for booking. In the same floor of
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the Spa, you will encounter a 50-foot indoor swimming pool with black and white tiles, reminiscent of a sunken ballroom and an elite fitness training facility open to guests. We visited two kinds of hotel rooms in Baccarat, a regular guest room, the Classic King and the pièce de résistance, the Baccarat Presidential Suite. All rooms and suites feel like a private pied-àTerre and feature floor-to-ceiling windows, seating areas, and custom jacquard linens by Mascioni. Hidden from the sleeping area by hand-painted French doors, white marble bathrooms boast glass-enclosed showers with oversized showerheads and exclusive amenities created for the hotel by Parisian perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. Since its origin, Baccarat has created exquisite products for the world’s most discriminating figures including kings, queens, tsars, sheikhs, emirs and sultans, modern moguls, designers and rock stars. The opening of the hotel marked the brand’s new evolution into a perfectly crafted lifestyle and hospitality brand. This is an NYC experience to Covet!
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100% Design Website: www.100percentdesign.co.uk Address: Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London W14 8UX, UK Ai Fiori Restaurant Website: http://aifiorinyc.com/ Address: 400 5th Ave #2, New York, NY 10018, USA Andersen Boutique Hotel Website: www.andersen-hotel.dk Address: Helgolandsgade 12, 1653 København V, Denmark Anemone Wille Våge Website: www.anemone.no Address: Wille Interior, Bygdøy Allé 58, 0265 Oslo Arch.Predmet Website: www.arch-predmet.com Address: 12 Maly Vlasievsky Side Street, Moscow ARRCC Website: www.arrcc.com Address: 109 Hatfield St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Bar 228 - Hôtel Meurice Website: www.dorchestercollection.com /en/paris/le-meurice Address: 228 Rue de Rivoli, 75011 Paris, France BARAKA Restaurant Website: http://barakarestaurant.hu Address: Budapest, Dorottya u. 6, 1051 Hungary BConnected Living Concepts Website: http://bconnectedmallorca.com/ Address: Calle dameto 4 - 6, Santa Catalina, 07013 Palma, Spain Boutique Design New York (BDNY) Website: www.bdny.com Address: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 655 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA Big Boys Toys – Woman’s World Website: www.bigboystoysuae.com / www. thewomansworldexpo.com Address: #28, RBH Pearl, 5th D Main, 4th Cross, HRBR Layout, 2nd Block, Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru - 560043, Karnataka, India. Boca do Lobo Website: www.bocadolobo.com Address: Rua Particular de Regueirais nº33, 4435-379 Rio Tinto, Porto, Portugal Brabbu Website: www.brabbu.com Address: Rua Particular de Regueirais nº33, 4435-379 Rio Tinto, Porto, Portugal Brendan Wong Design Website: http://brendanwong.com/ Address: 1 Kendall St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia Cap Horn Restaurant Website: www.caphorn.dk Address: Nyhavn 21, 1051 København K, Denmark Casa do Passadiço Website: www.casadopassadico.com Address: Largo de S. João do Souto, 4700-326 Braga Portugal Circu Website: www.circu.net Address: Rua Particular de Regueirais nº33, 4435-379 Rio Tinto, Porto, Portugal Cofoco Restaurant Website: www.cofoco.dk Address: Abel Cathrines Gade 7, 1654 København V, Denmark
Covet House UK Website: www.covethouse.eu Address: Regal House, Lensbury Avenue Fulham, London SW6 2GZ Covet House USA Website: www.covethouse.eu Address: 9255 Center Street, Suite 102 Old Town Manassas Virginia 20110
Interiorisimo decoración y eventos S.L Website: http://interiorisimo.com/ Address: C/ José Rizal 27, 28043 Madrid
René Dekker Design Website: www.renedekker.co.uk Address: 15 Ingate Pl, London SW8 3EG, UK
Katharine Pooley Website: http://katharinepooley.com/ Address: 160 Walton St, Kensington, London SW3 2JL, UK
Restaurant Le Gabriel Website: https://www.lareserve-paris.com/fr/ hotel-5-etoile-paris-palace/presentation/restaurantgastronomique/restaurant-le-gabriel Address: 42 Avenue Gabriel, 75008 Paris, France
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United Kingdom Lili Restaurant Механізаторів, 2, оф. 482, Kiev, Ukraine, 03035 Website: http://paris.peninsula.com/en/fine-dining/ Downtown Design Dubai Sofitel Frankfurt Opera Hotel lili-cantonese-gourmet-restaurant Website: www.downtowndesign.com Website: www.accorhotels.com/pt/hotel-8159-sofitelAddress: 19 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France Address: Dowtown Design Building 7, Floor 4, A frankfurt-opera/index.shtml 403-4 Dubai Design District (D3), PO BOX 72645 Luxxu Address: Opernplatz 16, 60313 Frankfurt Dubai, UAE Website: www.luxxu.net am Main, Germany Escape From The Sofa Address: Rua Particular de Regueirais nº33, 4435-379 Spisestedet FEED Website: http://escapefromsofa.com/ Rio Tinto, Porto, Portugal Websitewww.spisestedetfeed.dk Address: Kuloğlu Mh., Faik Paşa Cd. MAISON&OBJET PARIS Address: Fælledvej 5, 2200 København N, Denmark No:3, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey Website: www.maison-objet.com/en Essential Home Address: Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre CD Sybille de Margerie Website: www.essentialhome.eu Website: www.sybilledemargerie.com/fr 40, ZAC Paris Nord 2, 93420 Villepinte Address: Rua Particular de Regueirais nº33, Address: 52 Avenue Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris Maison Valentina 4435-379 Rio Tinto, Porto, Portugal Website: www.maisonvalentina.net Teresa Sapey Studio Filario Hotel & Residences Address: Rua Particular de Regueirais nº33, 4435-379 Website: www.teresasapey.com Website: www.filario.it Rio Tinto, Porto, Portugal Address: Calle Ruiz de Alarcón, 7, 28014 Address: SP583, 89, 22025 Madrid, Spain Mallina.Studio Lezzeno CO, Italy The Bennet Bar Website: http://mallina.studio/ Website: www.thebennettbar.com First Hotel Kong Frederik Address: Obolonsky district, the Minsk metro, Address: 134 W Broadway, New York, Website: https://www.firsthotels.dk/hoteller/ Prospect of Heroes of Stalingrad, 27, Kyiv, Ukraine NY 10013, USA danmark/kobenhavn/first-hotel-kong-frederik/ Mandarin Oriental Hotel Address: Vester Voldgade 25, The Principal Madrid Hotel Website: www.mandarinoriental.com/barcelona 1552 København V, Denmark Website: www.theprincipalmadridhotel.com Address: Passeig de Gràcia, 38-40, 08007 Address: Calle Marqués de Valdeiglesias, Ganna Design Barcelona, Spain 1, 28004 Madrid, Spain Website: https://ganna-design.com/ Address: Fl. 1, No. 10, Ln. 35, Andong St., Masquespacio The Jane Antwerp Restaurant Da’an Dist., Taipei City 106, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Website: http://masquespacio.com Website: www.thejaneantwerp.com Address: Calle Roger de Lauria 11, pta 1, 46002 Address: Paradeplein 1, 2018 Grand Hotel du Palais Royal Valencia, Spain Antwerpen, Belgium Website: www.grandhoteldupalaisroyal.com Maurizio Pellizoni Address: 4 Rue de Valois, 75001 Paris, France The Sleep Event Website: www.mauriziopellizzoni.co.uk Website: www.thesleepevent.com Grant White Design Address: 75 Burnaby St, Chelsea, Address: Business Design Centre, 52 Website: www.grantwhitedesign.com London SW10 0NS, UK Upper Street, London N1 0QH, Address: Parsons Green Depot, 33-39 Nataly Bolshakova Design Studio United Kingdom Parsons Green Ln, Fulham, Website: http://nataly-bolshakova.com.ua/en/ London SW6 4HH, UK VILA VITA Parc Resort & Spa Address: Bolsunovska Str., 2, Kyiv city Website: https://vilavitaparc.com Greg Natale Design Studio Address: Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, Nikkei Nine Website: www.gregnatale.com 8400-450 Porches Website: www.nikkei-nine.de Address: 62 Buckingham Street, Surry Hills NSW Address: Neuer Jungfernstieg 9, 20354 Hamburg, 2010 Australia Yecla Furniture Fair Germany Website: www.feriayecla.com Hotel Kong Arthur Address: Av. Feria, 7, 30510 Yecla, Website: www.arthurhotels.dk/dk/hotel-kong-arthur Odette Restaurant Murcia, Spain Address: Nørre Søgade 11, Website: www.odetterestaurant.com 1370 København K, Denmark Address: 1 Saint Andrew’s Road, #01-04, National Zooi Design Gallery, Singapore 178957 Website: www.zooidesign.com.au Hotel Vernet Address: A. office 4, Level 2, 1794 Website: www.hotelvernet-paris.fr Piet Boon Group B.V. David Low Way, Coolum, Po Box 82, Address: 25 Rue Vernet, 75008 Paris, France Website: www.pietboon.com Peregian Beach, Gld 4573 Address: Skoon 78, 1511 HV Oostzaan, Netherlands InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile Website: www.icchicagohotel.com Plaza Athénée Address: 505 Michigan Avenue, Website: www.dorchestercollection.com/en/paris/ Chicago, IL 60611, USA hotel-plaza-athenee Address: 25 Avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris, France Christophe Pillet Website: www.christophepillet.com Address: 29 Passage Dubail, 75010 Paris, France
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