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IN SID E R LO O KBO OK

THE DESIGN ISSUE

JULY 2022

Andronis Arcadia Page 67

The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts Collection Page 9

VILLA AZZURINE AT VILA VITA PARC Page 4 CONTEMPORARY MAJESTY AT THE LODGE AT BLUE SKY, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION Page 9 THE TAPASAKE CLUB AT ONE&ONLY PORTONOVI Page 10 CONTOURS OF THE EARTH AT THE LINDIS Page 14 ECO-CONSCIOUS DESIGN AT ONE&ONLY MANDARINA Page 19

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THE AUTHENTIC NAPA EXPERIENCE AT CARNEROS RESORT AND SPA Page 23 COWBOY CULTURE AT BISHOP’S LODGE, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION Page 25 VILLA LUISA AT PALAZZO FIUGGI Page 28 LE CHURCHILL & LE CINÉMA AT LA MAMOUNIA Page 33 RURAL INSPIRATION AT HERDADE DA MALHADINHA NOVA Page 35 ARCHITECTURE PROGRAMME AT SHANGRI-LA THE SHARD, LONDON Page 38 STRIKING SPACES AT ROYAL MALEWANE Page 41 STYLE STEEPED IN HISTORY AT ROSEWOOD CASTIGLION DEL BOSCO Page 44

La Mamounia Page 33

CONTENTS

AN ART-FILLED GEORGIAN HOME AT HECKFIELD PLACE Page 49 OFF-GRID, FLY-IN LUXURY AT CLAYOQUOT WILDERNESS LODGE Page 50

A PAINTED PALACE WHERE THE PATINA OF TIME IS PRESEVERED AT PALAZZO MARGHERITA Page 55 BUILT INTO THE CLIFFS AT ULTIMA CORFU Page 56 ART DECO INSPIRED URBAN ESCAPE AT THE SIAM Page 59 WHERE ART AND ARCHITECTURE COLLIDE AT THE SILO HOTEL Page 62 DIVINE LIVING AT ANDRONIS ARCADIA Page 67 ART IS THE HEART AT VILLA NEO Page 71 A NEW HOME IN FLORENCE AT THE PLACE FIRENZE Page 72 DESIGN FOR A CAUSE AT SIX SENSES RESIDENCES & SPA COURCHEVEL Page 77

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge Page 50

HOTELS AND RESORTS

VIL A VITA PARC

Algarve, Portugal

The newly available Villa Azzurine is a place to be inspired. The centrepiece of this stunning 18,000 square foot, 6-bedroom ultraluxe villa, is a 22-seat dining table crafted from a single mango tree.

The eclectic character of each bedroom expresses a different aspect of the Atlantic Ocean which sits right in front. Handcrafted Bisazza mosaics are found throughout and took a team of 8 Italian craftsmen 2 months to complete. The house also has pieces of art from Belgian artist, Arne Quinze and most of the furnishings and fixtures have been customed designed.

The spa, indoor and outdoor pool, a fully equipped gym, sauna, and steam room create a tranquil oasis. Discover the culinary delights of Michelin-starred chefs, complemented by a spectacular private collection of rare vintages. Fully staffed and with access to all the 5-star resort’s facilities, the villa comes with two chauffeured limitededition Porsche’s and access to a private yacht.

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VILLA AZZURINE AT VILA VITA PARC Algarve, Portugal

The centrepiece of this stunning villa is a 22-seat dining table crafted from a single mango tree.

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CONTEMPOR AT THE LODG

RARY MAJESTY GE AT BLUE SKY THE LODGE AT BLUE SKY, AUBERGE RESORT S COLLECTION

Unlike other luxury guest ranches in the Rocky Mountain West, The Lodge at Blue Sky’s architecture eschews rustic log cabins for a contemporary aesthetic that mirrors the majesty of the surrounding mountainscape. A dramatic canyon is the focal point around which the entire resort was developed, connecting guests to the natural environment.

All but 5 suites are west-facing, offering guests showstopping views of the sun setting over Alexander Canyon — while 5 freestanding Creek Houses are nestled

Park City, Utah

into a private aspen grove situated along the tranquil banks of Alexander Creek, which flows through Blue Sky’s property.

22 Earth Suites are built into the natural contours of the lush hillside and look as though they are growing out of the land itself. Living grass roofs that are sewn with native Utah grasses and wildflowers further enhance this “one with nature” effect. The aptly named Edge Spa also has a living roof, and is situated on a precipice overlooking Alexander Creek.

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ONE&ONLY P ORTONOVI

Hercegnovi, Montenegro

Combining the sophisticated style of the Adriatic Riviera, The Tapasake Club combines fusion elements of Japanese cuisine with a unique nautical glamour. The stylish surroundings of the club offer One&Only’s signature cabanas where chic architecture meets spacious elegance, a picturesque swing above the water and an aqua bar for guests who want to enjoy authentic cocktails while cooling off in the 40-meter pool.

In the warm Mediterranean sun, with the freshness of the sea, the atmosphere in Tapasake slowly changes from day to night with magical sunsets, DJ sets and global names from the world of entertainment, music and art. At night, Tapasake moves into the restaurant interpretation of the club, where guests are greeted by interiors shaped from onyx, dark wood and oriental screens of geometric design.

Tapasake is a unique destination on the Montenegrin coast and the ultimate place to spend time on the Adriatic.

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The Tapasake Club combines fusion elements of Japanese cuisine with a unique nautical glamour.

THE TAPASAKE CLUB AT ONE&ONLY PORTONOVI Hercegnovi, Montenegro

CONTOURS OF AT PRIVATE VILLAS AND RESIDENCES

THE LINDIS

Ahuriri Valley, New Zealand

Near the bottom of the habitable world is the pristine Ahuriri Valley.

Carved over millions of years by the once fierce glacial waters of the Ahuriri River, the valley is a tranquil, yet rugged slice of paradise in New Zealand’s South – where the quiet of nature becomes amplified and where connecting to the land seems to happen simply by default.

Resting almost imperceptibly on the floor of the valley is The Lindis, a truly unique luxury lodge. With an elegant wooden slatted roof paying direct homage to the contours of the earth below, the design of the building creates an undeniable sense of harmony between structure and land. A harmony that has diffused itself through everything that is done at The Lindis. The interior of the building features Spotted Gum wooden panelling and imposing Bluestone masonry throughout, reflecting the tones and geography of the outside environment – with sweeping windows blurring the barriers between the inside and outside worlds.

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Sweeping windows blur the barriers between the inside and outside worlds.

CONTOURS OF THE EARTH AT THE LINDIS Ahuriri Valley, New Zealand

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CIOUS DESIGN AT ONLY MANDARINA HOTELS AND RESORTS

ONE&ONLY MANDARINA

Riviera Nayarit, Mexico

Nestled amidst rich biodiversity, great measures were taken when designing the eco-conscious retreat to ensure the pristine Riviera Nayarit remained untouched. From the Cora ruins to our majestic Higuera trees and the ancient rituals - the energy, joy and colour of Mexico’s culture is celebrated throughout One&Only Mandarina.

The resort’s made-in-Mexico accents begin in the reception, which is strikingly adorned with a custom-made, cast-bronze gong by the Grez family, based in Hidalgo. This creative clan has been fashioning bells and religious articles for cathedrals throughout the Mexican Republic for more than 60 years. Constructed with clay, wood, precious metal and stone, all indigenous to the region, the resort’s villas are private sanctuaries, grounded in the earthen spirit of the local Cora and Huichol cultures. Within the resort design pieces, furniture and furnishings showcase artisanal makers and local creators. Many of the featured artists and designers fuse traditional, time-honoured techniques with the latest technology and a modern outlook.

ECO-CONSCIOUS DESIGN AT ONE&ONLY MANDARINA Riviera Nayarit, Mexico

The resort’s villas are constructed with clay, wood, precious metal and stone — all indigenous to the region.

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THE AUTHENTIC APA EXPERIENCE RNEROS RESORT HOTELS AND RESORTS

CARNERO S RESORT AND SPA

Napa, California

Nestled on 28 acres surrounded by rolling vineyards, this revitalized resort lets guests experience stylish cottage-style accommodations that reflect the area’s distinct charm. Each cottage features a private front porch and a backyard garden with a sundeck, table and chairs, garden, fire pit, and chaise lounge resulting in a true residential feel.

Open the floor-to-ceiling patio doors of your private home, take a deep breath, and immerse yourself in nature for this is the authentic Napa experience. Shower under the sunlight. Sip wine by the fire.

Soak in an outdoor tub under a pomegranate tree. Experience Napa how it was meant to be lived - in style, luxury, and serenity.

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HOTELS AND RESORTS

BISHOP’S LODGE, AUBERGE RESORT S COLLECTION

Sante Fe, New Mexico

Situated on the 317-acre property at Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection, in Santa Fe, the 12-bedroom Bunkhouse is crafted from reclaimed New Mexican barnwood with vaulted 36-foot ceilings, and provides a one-of-a-kind experience for large families, multigenerational travelers, wedding parties and intimate groups.

Featuring an expansive great room with an oversized two-story stone fireplace, this unique retreat is inspired by cowboy culture, featuring Western tack and images by Jim Arndt whose iconic photography tells the story of the American West. Accented by Navajo patterns and shades of red, grey, and turquoise, the 2-story retreat creates a connection to the culture and surrounding scenery. Guests can set out on a day of adventures like horseback riding, fly fishing or shopping for artisan goods, and reconvene for a private meal or stories by the fire each night.

WBOY CULTURE AT BISHOP’S LODGE

Accented by Navajo patterns, the 2-story retreat creates a connection to the culture and surrounding scenery.

COWBOY CULTURE AT BISHOP’S LODGE Sante Fe, New Mexico

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PAL AZZO FIUGGI

Fiuggi, Italy

In the private park surrounding Palazzo Fiuggi Wellness Medical Retreat, just fifty minutes away from Rome, stands the recently renovated Villa Luisa. Built at the beginning of the 20th century, the property is the result of a skillful restoration of the highest standards of the facade and interior areas.

Villa Luisa maintains the original Art Nouveau style of this majestic historic building. The 7-bedroom Villa is available for exclusive use and Guests are able to enjoy all its comforts as well as privileged access to Palazzo Fiuggi’s Medical and Wellness Spa facilities.

The quintessence of luxury, privacy, and highly personalized service, the elegant 2,000-square-meter Villa is spread over five levels with a large private garden. All areas feature elegant contemporary Italian furnishings and technologies that complement the Art Nouveau style of the building.

Villa Luisa is a luxury solution that exceeds the highest expectations, with a wide range of services available, from Butler service to private Chef.

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The elegant 2,000-square-meter Villa is spread over five levels with a large private garden.

VILLA LUISA AT PALAZZO FIUGGI Fiuggi, Itali

HOTELS AND RESORTS

L A MAMOUNIA

Marrakech, Morocco

Le Churchill is a landmark for La Mamounia’s many repeat guests and embodies the soul of Marrakech. As a tribute to its illustrious visitor, Le Churchill oozes British refinement. Located in the heart of the hotel, Le Churchill is the essential port of call for epicureans and lovers of fine delicacies. In the middle is a block of carved black marble paying homage to the railway past of La Mamounia. The proportions of this space recall those of a pullman wagon.

Le Churchill is also the gateway to a dream experience at Le Cinéma that combines culture, comfort, and style.

Settle in to watch “The Man Who Knew Too Much” which Hitchcock shot at the hotel. This warm space of velvet interiors and wood-paneled walls offers weekly sessions and a snack menu specially designed by Pierre Hermé.

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LE CHURCHILL AND LE CINÉMA AT LA MAMOUNIA

RURA HERDADE DA MA

AL INSPIRATION AT ALHADINHA NOVA HOTELS AND RESORTS

HERDADE DA MALHADINHA NOVA

Baixo Alentejo, Portugal

Located in the heart of the Baixo Alentejo region of Portugal, Herdade da Malhadinha Nova is perfectly integrated into the landscape. A synergy between design and tradition combines to showcase the history of this family-style project built around wine.

The rural inspiration is evident in objects designed by artisans – the handmade chairs, the use of willow and stones collected on the estate, and the local regional marble – which coexist alongside designer objects by Olaio, Vista Alegre, Marcel Wanders and Alvar Aalto – not to mention the Agape bathroom furniture and bathtubs, and lighting by Philippe Starck, Charles & Ray Eames and Mariano Fortuny. This is a place of privacy, exclusivity, and luxury.

The 2-suite, Casa Das Artes e Oficios villa pays living homage to what was once a communal space where clothes were washed and bread baked. Each decor item is a work of art. Almost every object can be bought and each relates to a memory connecting the arts with the nearby river. The style and design are in perfect harmony with an unmatched view of the Alentejo plains.

RURAL INSPIRATION AT HERDADE DA MALHADINHA NOVA Baixo Alentejo, Portugal

The style and design are in perfect harmony with an unmatched view of the Alentejo plains.

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HOTELS AND RESORTS

SHANGRI-L A THE SHARD

London, United Kingdom

Located across floors 34 to 52 of London’s Shard, designed by Renzo Piano, Shangri-La The Shard, London takes residence within Western Europe’s tallest building as its highest hotel, hotel bar and infinity pool. With views from the London Eye to St Paul’s Cathedral, the City of London and Canary Wharf, there is no better spot from which to appreciate the history and magnitude of London’s architecture.

In September, Shangri-La The Shard, London is launching a new architecture

programme approved by The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), taking guests beneath the surface of London’s skyline with a new walking guide and entry to architectural gems including The British Museum, The Tate Modern, City Hall and White Cube Gallery. The hotel’s suites will become home to a curated library of books inspiring wonder and curiosity about architecture, while a QR code at TING restaurant will reveal stories from an architect on the buildings that can be spotted from your seat.

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RIKING SPACES AT ROYAL MALEWANE HOTELS AND RESORTS

ROYAL MALEWANE

Limpopo, South Africa

Royal Malewane’s three luxury lodges offer an unrivalled safari experience in the Greater Kruger National Park. Owner Liz Biden has mastered the art of creating spaces that are at once both comfortable yet strikingly bold.

The Lodge presents a more classic, traditional safari style. As guests approach, they are greeted by two powerful, life-sized cheetah’s designed by Dylan Lewis – one of the world’s foremost sculptors of the animal form.

Injecting a flush of modernity into Royal Malewane, The Farmstead boasts a contemporary feel. In the main dining area there is a vintage North African banking kiosk that was repurposed by Liz as a serving hatch for delicious meals.

Lastly, Waterside, the newest addition to Royal Malewane, proves that Liz is not afraid to play with colour. Elevated above the banks of a bustling watering hole, its rooms are eclectic, abundantly generous and their aspect has been strategically considered to ensure complete privacy and life-changing views across the African bushveld.

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STRIKING SPACES AT ROYAL MALEWANE Limpopo, South Africa

Owner Liz Biden has mastered the art of creating spaces that are at once both comfortable yet strikingly bold.

STYLE STEEPED IN AT ROSEWOOD C DEL BOSCO PRIVATE VILLAS AND RESIDENCES

RO SEWOOD CASTIGLION DEL BO SCO

Tuscany, Italy

Every view, every moment is full of history and architecture that has existed for over 800 years on the Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco estate. Ancient castle ruins and a medieval church dot the landscape.

Guest suites feature antique furniture, genuine textiles and artisanal pieces that blend seamlessly with exposed wooden beams and cosy corners. And 11 villas have been created from restored 17thand 18th-century farmhouses. Stone, wood, antiques and bespoke furnishings all come together to represent an architecture, style and design that is quintessentially Tuscany. Every guest has romanticized notions of a stay in Tuscany. The careful restoration of centuries-old buildings and thoughtful design of spaces and furnishings creates the quintessential setting for a stay in Italy.

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Stone, wood, antiques and bespoke furnishings all come together to represent a quintessentially Tuscan design.

STYLE STEEPED IN HISTORY AT ROSEWOOD CASTIGLION DEL BOSCO Tuscany, Italy

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HECKFIELD PL ACE

Hampshire, United Kingdom

Heckfield Place has always stood as a meeting point: a place of new ideas and new connections.

Outside, this comes to life in its working Home Farm - which re-knits past to present. Inside, modern interiors woven together with natural materials create intimacy and space to slow down and rediscover a simpler time.

A collection of over 400 art works, spanning nearly 150 years of history brings this idea to life with a sense of character. It represents the breadth and depth of British art through well-known artists such as Mary Fedden, Elsbeth Juda and David Spiller – each beautiful and inspiring in their own way.

AN ART-FILLED EORGIAN HOME ECKFIELD PLACE

OFF-GRID, FLY-IN LU CLAYOQUOT WILD HOTELS AND RESORTS

CL AYOQUOT WILDERNESS LODGE

Vancouver Island, Canada

Smack bang in the heart of Vancouver Island’s UNESCO protected wild-west playground, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge offers offgrid, fly-in luxury that takes glamping to the next level. In between adventures to spot Canada’s Big 5 or perhaps canyoning down a glacier-fed waterfall channel, guests relax in prospector-style tents.

Décor is designed with the modern traveler in mind: king beds dressed in fine, organic linens offer over-the-toe views of the wilderness, accented by hand-woven textiles and artworks by local artisans. Ensuite bathrooms with heated floors dispel any lingering sense of roughing it. Remodeled from the remote outpost’s original general store and packed with curios from a bygone era, the Cookhouse is the lodge hub for dining. A vast double-sided dry-stack fireplace is at the heart of two signature outdoor lounges while the speak-easy inspired Ivanhoe bar with sexy rooftop lounge overlooking the magnificent Clayoquot Sound earns the lodge its stripes as the O.G (Original Glampster) of under the radar luxury retreats.

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OFF-GRID, FLY-IN LUXURY AT CLAYOQUOT WILDERNESS LODGE Vancouver Island, Canada

King beds dressed in fine, organic linens offer overthe-toe views of the wilderness.

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PAL AZZO MARGHERITA

Puglia, Italy

Located in the untouched Basilicata region, Palazzo Margherita is a true 19th century neoclassical/composite palazzo transformed into an intimate luxury hotel thanks to director F.F. Coppola.

The Palazzo offers a luxurious yet authentic Italian experience, with vast bedrooms, ornate reception rooms and an inner courtyard opening onto a preserved private garden. The Garden is the Palazzo’s most magical feature and extends through a network of

secret paths and four old palms that are reminders of the African colonies from the beginning of the 20th century.

In keeping with Coppola’s desire to create an environment his children would want to return to, the entire family collaborated with acclaimed French designer Jacques Grange, with special advice from Oscar-winner set designer Dean Tavoularis and the valuable craftsmanship provided by painters and artisans in the region.

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ULTIMA CORFU

Corfu, Greece

With spectacular 180 degree views of the Greek and Albanian coasts, the entire vision for the design of Ultima Corfu is to take advantage of its cliffside setting. Terraces, pools and balconies jut out from the cliffs like stairs stepping down to the Ionian sea. Water pours from an infinity pool on one level to another pool on another level through an extravagant waterfall. And lounge areas are literally carved out of the cliffs to create spaces to relax in the Greek sun. A picturesque glass elevator connects the levels with a waterfront terrace and dock. With its iconic cliffside setting, every element of the the architecture and design is meant to create a feeling of dangling on the side of a cliff with nothing but ocean and sky in the distance.

BUILT INTO THE C AT ULTIMA CORFU

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THE SIAM

Bangkok, Thailand

Founded in 2012 by musician, actor, and creative director Krissada Sukosol Clapp, The Siam is much more than just another city hotel.

With the help of internationally acclaimed Bill Bensley — architect, interior & landscape designer — the property is a true East meets West luxurious mansion on the Chao Phraya River in the royal Dusit district; an historic and majestic part of the buzzing Bangkok. Part Hotel. Part Resort. Part Museum.

The property is opulent with thousands of pieces of antiques, artworks and curios from the private collections of the hotel’s owning Sukosol family, ensuring guests staying at The Siam will hesitate to even leave the hotel grounds. The 3-acre span of river frontage houses 38 suites and villas, each personally curated by Krissada himself with their own unique design, nestled amidst the property’s premises and four traditional teakwood houses.

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The property is opulent — with thousands of pieces of antiques, artworks and curios from private collections.

ART DECO INSPIRED URBAN ESCAPE AT THE SIAM Bangkok, Thailand

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THE SILO HOTEL

Cape Town, South Africa

The Silo Hotel is an architectural and design masterpiece that was built in a converted grain silo building towering above Zeitz MOCAA – Africa’s largest contemporary art museum. Owner Liz Biden worked closely with Heatherwick Studios on the design. Liz was responsible for the design of the interior of the hotel, while Heatherwick Studio’s envisioned the exterior shell comprising of 82 distinctive pillowedglass windows that perfectly frame Cape Town’s natural beauty.

Heatherwick’s original plan had no opening windows, which Liz thought were critical for her guests. Together they found a way to incorporate them into the design - and now each of the 28 rooms in the hotel has a scenic balcony. Liz’s in-room interiors each take their own unique character. From Ardmore fabrics to over 300 pieces of contemporary African art, Liz has filled The Silo Hotel with colourful and eclectic pieces that promise to surprise, delight and warmly welcome any visitor.

ARCHITECTURE SILO HOTEL

WHERE ART AND ARCHITECTURE COLLIDE AT THE SILO HOTEL Cape Town, South Africa

82 distinctive pillowed-glass windows perfectly frame Cape Town’s natural beauty.

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ANDRONIS ARCADIA

Santorini, Greece

Named after the mythical home of the god Pan, Arcadia was a place of natural harmony and pastoral enchantment.

This earthly Arcadia is located on the fringe of picturesque Oia, an easy stroll from the village center, but far enough away to ensure peace and privacy.

Inspired by the landscape and culture, the design focus on this all-suite hotel is on comfort, elegant living, space, and solitude. Each luxury suite has its own pool, situated to capture the magical views towards the Aegean Sea and the island’s unforgettable sunsets.

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DIVINE LIVING AT ANDRONIS ARCADIA Santorini, Greece

Each luxury suite has its own pool, situated to capture the magical views and the island’s unforgettable sunsets.

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VILL A NEO

St. Barts, Caribbean

Art teaches us to see the world excluding all that is superfluous — it’s an expression that allows us to discover infinite universes and to write wonderful stories. From acrylics and diptychs to watercolours and sculptures, art serves as the very heart of Villa NEO. The owners carefully curated their collection to represent local talent and environments and each piece serves a purpose in its designated area of the house.

From the entrance, guests will be welcomed by a striking art installation

of a woman, Cyané. Created from polished stainless steel nuts which seem to fly backwards, giving it a strong effect of movement, Cyané represents the goddess of the wind. She is not in the wind. She is the wind. The artist specifically chose stainless steel as it is widely used in the construction and development of villas in St Barths.

Whether guests are admirers or collectors, there is art throughout the villa that speaks to all.

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ART IS THE HEART AT VILLA NEO

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THE PL ACE FIRENZE

Florence, Italy

Refreshed and transformed in body and soul, this boutique hotel that has been showered with awards and reopened with a new identity of “transformative travel.” Like a stylish, well-connected friend, THE PLACE allows its guests to go behind the tourist façade, to meet fascinating local people to enjoy enriching, one-of-a-kind experiences.

Aiming to create an urban design scheme with a contemporary feel, Architect Luigi Fragola centered a fresh new design concept for this elegant Florentine home on a fertile, active dialogue with Piazza Santa Maria Novella, the historic square on which the doors of THE PLACE open.

THE TERRACE has been totally restyled with a convivial ambience of cultured ease and culinary passion making it the new Florentine evening meeting place. THE KITCHEN & THE BAR are brand new and feature a spacious new dining room with tables running the length of a “Gallery of Mirrors,” a feature that plays a rich game of call and response with motifs from Alberti’s church façade.

FLORENCE ENZE

Like a stylish, wellconnected friend, THE PLACE allows its guests to go behind the tourist façade.

A NEW HOME IN FLORENCE AT THE PLACE FIRENZE Florence, Italy

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SIX SENSES RESIDENCES & SPA COURCHEVEL

Courchevel, France

Each of the 53 apartments at Six Senses Residences Courchevel were designed to feature palettes of earth and forest shades, echoing the striking natural landscape. Inspired by the picturesque alpine setting, many elements of the apartments take advantage of local, natural materials as well as sustainably sourced materials that support local communities in Africa. The decor features organic materials like natural mohair throws and organic tree bark textured feature walls. Bedrooms feature beautiful pendant lights which move freely and reflect the natural movements of the outdoors.

Many of the fabrics and bed finishes were sourced from Lalibella, a not-for-profit organization that supports African artisans ethically producing luxurious products. At Lalibella all profits go to a charity called Give a Future, which builds schools and educates children and adults in Ethiopia.

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