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The Art of Place
Style That Endures
In the early days of Four Seasons, I had a clear vision for how our hotels should be built. As a builder by trade, I wanted to create places that were thoughtfully designed, enduring, and centred on the needs of our guests. But it was my wife, Rosalie, who helped bring those spaces to life. A designer, artist, and collector, she has a remarkable appreciation for beauty, craftsmanship, and detail. Her influence helped shape the character of Four Seasons in ways that continue to inspire us today. As Four Seasons grew, we had the privilege of working with talented artists, designers, and craftspeople who brought each property to life with creativity and a deep respect for its surroundings. Drawing inspiration from local cultures, traditions, and landscapes, they helped create hotels that feel both authentic and welcoming. This commitment to thoughtful design and artistic expression remains at the heart of Four Seasons. Looking back, I am proud that the qualities that shaped our earliest properties continue to define us today. From intentional design to the belief that details matter, these principles help establish places with distinctive character where people feel genuinely cared for and connected to the destinations they visit. I hope your next stay with us is a memorable one. And, as always, if there is anything I can do to make your experience more enjoyable, please let me know.
Style is often associated with what is new, yet its most enduring expressions are rooted in something deeper. The ideas that resonate across generations—whether in fashion, design, craftsmanship, or hospitality—are those that remain connected to their origins while continuing to evolve with purpose. This balance between heritage and reinvention is something Four Seasons has achieved throughout its history, and it is one of the attributes I most admire about the company. While the world around us changes and expectations continue to evolve, the values that define Four Seasons remain constant: an unwavering commitment to quality, genuine care for people, and a belief that excellence is found in the details. To me, style is not simply about aesthetics. It is a reflection of intention, discipline, and thoughtful stewardship. It is the ability to create something meaningful today while ensuring it remains relevant and valued tomorrow. True style endures because it is rooted in substance.
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Design Brought to Life What has always distinguished Four Seasons is not simply the places we bring to life, but the people behind them. Across our portfolio, each property reflects the vision and talent of designers, artists, craftspeople, and our own team members, whose dedication shapes every destination while remaining united by the values of care and service that define Four Seasons. What often stays with us long after a journey are the thoughtful details: a remarkable piece of art, a beautifully designed space, the quiet touches that make a stay feel effortless. Our goal is to create environments that invite discovery, encourage connection, and foster a genuine sense of place. I am continually inspired by the many ways this comes to life, especially with the artistry and imagination behind our new properties opening this year in Cartagena, AMAALA at Triple Bay, Red Sea at Shura Island, Mykonos, and our reopening of the historic Danieli
in Venice. Each reflects a distinct expression of Four Seasons, but collectively they share a purpose: creating meaningful experiences and lasting memories. What excites me most is seeing Four Seasons continue to evolve in response to how our guests experience the world today. We are finding new ways to celebrate culture, creativity, and connection while remaining grounded by our ongoing commitment to creating moments that are both deeply personal and distinctly Four Seasons. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey.
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Venice Reclaimed
Sophisticated resort style shines amid the lush gardens and dramatic landscapes of Four Seasons Resort Lana‘i and Sensei Lana‘i, A Four Seasons Resort.
As Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel emerges from an inspired renovation, Dries Van Noten, Diane von Furstenberg, and more cultural figures share their favourite spots in the Floating City.
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Threads of Tokyo These ascending Japanese fashion designers are reshaping menswear on their own terms.
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Extraordinary By Design Three acclaimed architects—Jean-Michel Gathy, Joseph Dirand, and Gerard Evenden—reveal the inspirations shaping Four Seasons hotels, resorts, and Private Residences across the globe.
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A striking natural history museum opens in Shenzhen … Inspiring Four Seasons stays on the Côte d’Azur … The otherworldly couture of Iris van Herpen … and other can’t-miss sights.
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One of One, the dinner series uniting art, haute gastronomy, and world-class hospitality … The tranquil new spa at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea … Winter chic … and more.
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Fashion designer Sandra Sándor, pro golfer Joel Dahmen, and more insiders reveal their personal guides to Budapest, Scottsdale, Macau, and Doha.
Properties from the global portfolio to inspire your next Four Seasons journey, from Naples, Florida, to Hangzhou, China.
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Jenna Mahoney TRAVEL AND LIFESTYLE EDITOR
“Madrid!” says the Brooklyn-based Mahoney when asked about her favourite destination. Mahoney— who wrote this issue’s story on enticing food-and-drink flights— visits the Spanish capital annually. She especially loves stopping by the Museo Reina Sofía to see one painting: “There are few works of art in the world that bring such emotion as Guernica.”
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For this issue’s fashion feature, “Golden Hour,” Rice travelled to the serene island of Lana‘i. “I have family ties to Hawaii and have spent many vacations imagining fashion stories set among the islands’ unparalleled natural beauty,” he says. “Chasing the light with a camera— in this case from sunrise at [the coast] to sunset atop the Pu‘upehe trail—is my favourite way to experience a location.”
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148 Ingrid Abramovitch DESIGN AND LIFESTYLE WRITER
Based in New York City, Abramovitch is the former executive editor of Elle Decor and the author of Restoring a House in the City. She wrote “Extraordinary By Design,” spotlighting architects who have designed properties across the Four Seasons portfolio. “I was amazed at how much research goes into understanding the local culture and environment before a single line is drawn,” she says. “It’s why every one of their hotels feels so special and inevitable.”
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“I think there’s a fearlessness to Japanese design, a confidence that even if an idea seems crazy, the rest of the world will catch up to it sooner or later,” says Los Angeles–based Dean, a contributing writer to GQ, who journeyed to Japan’s capital city for “Threads of Tokyo,” this issue’s feature on Japanese fashion. “Seeing the way those designers think about getting dressed has made me want to be more daring when I put on my outfit every day.”
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During her time at National Geographic, Alipio helped produce stories on locales from the Arctic to Zanzibar, developing an eye for what makes a place worth writing about. Drawing on her time living in Budapest, she penned this issue’s Connection story highlighting designer Sandra Sándor’s favourite places in the Hungarian capital. “I still consider it Europe’s most beautiful riverside cityscape,” says Alipio. “With its complex history and distinctive culture and cuisine, it’s the type of place that artists can’t help but be inspired by.”
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the theme of Style—we showcase fashion and design as profound forms of storytelling. From one-of-a-kind workshops and ateliers across the globe to some of the world’s leading architecture studios, we examine how craftsmanship and visionary thinking reflect identity, historical legacy, and the timeless beauty of things made with care. That spirit takes centre stage in “Extraordinary by Design” (page 148), our feature story highlighting three acclaimed architects: Joseph Dirand, Denniston’s Jean-Michel Gathy, and Foster + Partners’ Gerard Evenden. They share the creative visions and local inspirations that have informed their work on Four Seasons hotels, resorts, and Private Residences— from Saudi Arabia and Miami to Gstaad, Tokyo, and Bangkok. In “Venice Reclaimed” (page 130), we look at how cultural stewards— including iconic fashion designers Diane von Furstenberg and Dries Van Noten—are preserving the heritage of the Floating City while also imbuing the storied destination with fresh energy. That same thoughtful balance is on display at the newly opened Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel, where interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon’s meticulous restoration has infused the landmark property with new vibrancy. The Style issue also takes us to the Hawaiian island of Lana‘i, where photographer Robb Rice captured the season’s most sophisticated resort looks—set against the lush landscapes of Four Seasons Resort Lana‘i and Sensei Lana‘i, A Four Seasons Resort—for “Golden Hour” (page 118). And we journey across the Pacific to a stylish capital city in “Threads of Tokyo” (page 140), which explores how today’s Japanese fashion designers are garnering global attention for their meticulously crafted takes on menswear. Beyond the feature stories, you’ll find insider guides to Doha, Macau, Scottsdale, and Budapest in this issue, as well as a peek inside a tranquil new spa in Maui, a spotlight on the expansive two- to fourbedroom Yacht Residential Suites aboard the highly anticipated Four Seasons II, and much more. Wherever these pages take you, we hope they offer fresh inspiration for the season ahead.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Ingrid Abramovitch, Amy Alipio, Laurie Brookins, Nicola Chilton, Peter Cury, Jillian Dara, Tres Dean, Alesandra Dubin, Beau Hayhoe, Jenna Mahoney, Jen Murphy, Ali Pew, Julie Pham, Robb Rice, Jordan Riefe, Pavia Rosati, Chris Schalkx, Natalie Stoclet, Dana Thomas, Shaun Tolson, Eric Twardzik
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In “Venice Reclaimed” (page 130), author Dana Thomas’s city stay included a tour of the newly reimagined Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel. Thomas recalls that when she visited the historic property more than two decades ago, “it felt very dark and cavernous.” Today, after a thoughtful restoration by French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, “it just looks so luminous,” she says. “It feels fresh and clean and modern, yet they didn’t sacrifice the history.”
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“Lana‘i is such a special hidden gem,” says Los Angeles–based stylist Ali Pew, who curated the looks for “Golden Hour” (page 118). Shot on location at Four Seasons Resort Lana‘i; Sensei Lana‘i, A Four Seasons Resort; and the island’s pristine landscapes, the wardrobe mirrors Lana‘i’s relaxed and refined spirit. “I wanted it to feel very easy,” says Pew. “You can have bare feet and no makeup and just slip on this dress to go to dinner. Or you can throw on a really cool, directional dress over a swimsuit and go for a walk [to] the cliffs.”
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48°86' N, 2°34' E In a recent show at Paris’s Bourse de Commerce, Japanese artist Fujiko Nakaya
transformed the rotunda into an ethereal landscape with Cloud #07156, one of her signature “Fog Sculptures.” The circular concrete gallery—set beneath a 360-degree panoramic painting from the late 1800s—was designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando as part of the building’s transformation from a grain exchange into an 11H45 / PINAULT
exhibition space for the Pinault Collection. On October 7, the Bourse de Commerce opens Remember Me, an exhibit of some 700 photographic works.
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Located just a 15-minute drive from Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, the fledgling Dib Bangkok museum occupies a former warehouse that has been thoughtfully redesigned by Los Angeles–based Thai architect Kulapat Yantrasast. Alicja Kwade’s solar system–like Pars pro Toto stone spheres anchor the central courtyard, while a James Turrell sky-viewing room rises amid a second-floor outdoor sculpture garden. From September 26 of this year to May 3, 2027, the museum (whose name Dib comes from the Thai word meaning “raw” or “natural”) will present Giving Life, a group exhibition placing works by sculptor Alexander Calder in dialogue with nearly three dozen international and Thai artists.
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Reachable by a brief ride aboard a wooden dhoni, ŪRJĀ Naturopathy Island at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa is a transformative sanctuary set on its own islet. Opened in late 2025 and named for the Sanskrit word for “vitality,” the spa retreat creates personalized journeys for guests that encompass everything from sleep enhancement programs and mud therapy to sound healing and starlit night treatments.
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With an undulating form that seems to rise organically from the earth, the Shenzhen Natural History Museum opened in July in the city’s Pingshan District. Spanning over 100,000 square metres, Southern China’s largest natural history museum features a lush rooftop park and a
dedicated Dinosaur Hall, home to the Bingling Great Summer Dragon, a 60-foot giant sauropod skeleton. Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen—where rooms are hand-painted with serene cloud motifs—offers an ideal base for exploring the city’s newest cultural crown jewel.
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Perched on the top floor of the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, the Grand-Hôtel Suite captures the timeless romance of the French Riviera. Preserved in its original Belle Epoque grandeur, the suite features an expansive balcony with views of the sparkling Mediterranean framed by stately columns. Beyond the main hotel building, guests can retreat to three private villas, including the fivebedroom Villa Beauchamp, part of the Four Seasons Villa & Residence Rentals collection.
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The retrospective Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses, running through December 6 at the Brooklyn Museum, showcases the Dutch fashion designer’s exquisite nature-inspired creations. The show features more than 140 arresting designs merging traditional haute couture techniques with cutting-edge technologies, like 3D printing, alongside scientific artifacts and natural history specimens that inform her process. As van Herpen once told The New York Times, “The potential of technology merged with craft is infinite.” n photograph by PAULA ABREU PITA
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HAT HAPPENS WHEN the worlds of art and gastronomy converge at the highest level? A new kind of cultural experience
emerges—one where creative expression is not simply observed but savoured. Last October, Four Seasons, in collaboration with Art Basel, debuted One of One, a dinner series held in select international cities and created to champion craft in all its forms—be it artistic, culinary, or hospitality. The inaugural event at Le George restaurant inside Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris, brought together a few dozen of the globe’s most influential art lovers for a night of gastronomic and artistic exploration. With acclaimed artist Charlotte Colbert as muse, chefs from the hotel’s three Michelin-starred photography by R O M A I N R E G L A D E X A I S H A W I G G I N S
restaurants dreamed up a multisensory five-course menu to complement her surrealist, reality-bending works and challenge the palate. Watched over by one of Colbert’s sculptures, which features an eye with a blue iris atop a cascade of metallic tears, the evening was a chef d’oeuvre in every sense of the word, from the dramatic, blueshaded décor and bespoke light-and-sound design to the inventive plating. The momentum has continued with two more extraordinary editions. This past March, invitees gathered at Caprice, the three-Michelin-starred French restaurant inside Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, to celebrate artist Wing Po So and her mesmerizing installation inspired by Chinese medicine. So drew on her upbringing as the daughter of an apothecary for her site-specific commission, a sinuous, tubular light installation that she painstakingly covered with the papery seeds of the Damocles tree (long used in medicinal teas). Seated beneath the colossal sculpture, guests enjoyed dishes that combined Eastern philosophy with French technique. The menu was the first collaboration between chef Guillaume Galliot of Caprice and chef Chan Yan Tak of the hotel’s two-Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant Lung King Heen. This past June, the choreographer, performer, and visual artist Maria Hassabi designed an evening to remember at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens. Guests dined alfresco on a bespoke four-course Mediterranean meal by chef Luca Piscazzi of Michelin-starred Pelagos that reflected the artist’s practice at the interplay of stillness and motion. Photographic works by Hassabi—capturing dancers in motion reflected across golden surfaces—framed the dining space. Further elevating the experience, the staff presented each dish with a theatrical synchronicity that reflected the night’s theme of a lived choreographed performance. This October, the One of One series returns to Art Basel Paris for another immersive night of fine dining meets fine art—where unparalleled craftsmanship and creativity will once again take centre stage. —Fan Winston Clockwise from top left: The One of One dinner in Hong Kong, adorned with Wing Po So’s glowing light installation; Charlotte Colbert’s eye sculpture at the One of One event in Paris; Maria Hassabi’s photographic works in Athens.
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“Glass is a partner with whom I converse and breathe,” says Californiabased Japanese artist Aya Oki. For each piece in her Bloom series, she starts with a base shape and then adds to it, creating a mesmerizing cluster of individual bubbles. The Cher dining table by Italian architect and designer Achille Salvagni boasts a base influenced by one of the pop-culture icon’s signature looks: flared pants. It’s topped with sumptuous marble that is edged with a rose-gold finish. Inspired by traditional fabric-painting techniques, Batik wallpaper from Milan-based Fabscarte features a geometric woven pattern in cyan blue. Every stage, from brushwork to overlapping moulds, is carried out by hand. In her collection Carte Blanche for Serax, Dutch designer Annebet Philips gives coffee cups and teapots a 2D effect. She starts by cutting purposefully uneven, simple cardboard shapes—then turns them into striking white porcelain pieces hand-painted with black stripes. —Degen Pener
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FROM CRAFT BEER TO ARTISANAL CHOCOLATE, THESE EXPERTLY GUIDED TASTINGS EXPLORE THE ART OF FLAVOUR. TEQUILA IN CABO At Four Seasons Resort Cabo del Sol, the Sipping Through Mexico’s Spirits experience showcases eight varieties of the country’s agave spirit—from rare tequilas and mezcals to unique raicillas and more—paired with bites from the corresponding region. CHOCOLATE IN COSTA RICA Long before it was an indul-
gence, chocolate was a currency in the land of pura vida. For an immersive bean-to-bar sampling, head to local favourite Reina’s Chocolate. The artisanal purveyor’s tasting room features both chocolate and sipping chocolates with distinct flavour profiles. WATER IN TORONTO In an homage to its setting—the circa-
1932 Art Deco Waterworks building—the cocktail bar Civil Works (left) offers an innovative water flight. Water is demineralized and injected with brines, salts, and other elements to re-create different water profiles from around the world, like Chichibu Mountain, a lightly mineralized Japanese variety. COFFEE IN COLOMBIA Cupping—the exquisite experience of
examining the complexities of coffee—is often reserved for baristas and other pros, but the tastings at Four Seasons Hotel Bogotá and sister property Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina Bogotá rise to a similar level of discernment. Participants learn from in-house experts, who elucidate differences in avant-garde brewing methods and artisanal processes. CHEESE IN TÜRKIYE Enjoy epic water views at Four Seasons
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Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus while savouring a flight of local cheeses (below left). Artisanal selections from seven different regions are paired with Turkish wines during a special tasting guided by the property’s sommelier. SAKE IN KYOTO The diverse styles of sake owe much to how
finely the rice is polished, though the fermented Japanese rice wine is also categorized by flavour profile, viscosity, and carbonation. In this three-hour session led by an expert guide, guests on the Fushimi Sake Tasting Tour, courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, savour distinct varieties at historic breweries.
BEER IN SEATTLE The city’s beer-making history dates to the
1850s, and today Seattle is home to more than 60 breweries. Specializing in small-batch artisan beverages, Fremont Brewing is a family-owned outpost with tasting-flight options. Book a stay at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and the concierge can arrange a private tasting tour. —Jenna Mahoney FO UR SEA SO NS
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OLIVE OIL IN GREECE It has been said that Greece was the first nation to cultivate olive trees and, as such, the oil from the delectable fruits remains a mainstay of the country’s culture and cuisine. The tasting experiences at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens highlight indigenous Greek varieties, showcasing unique pressings and flavours as well as best culinary uses.
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STEPPING OUT IN STYLE THREE INDEPENDENT, UNDER-THE-RADAR SHOEMAKERS HONOUR THE ART OF HANDMADE FOOTWEAR.
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Mallorca, Carmina Shoemaker, founded in 1866, crafts beautifully burnished Chelsea boots alongside handsome loafers. “The way a last is shaped, the lines of our patterns, the way a shoe is constructed from the inside out—that understanding doesn’t live in a manual; it lives in the hands and eyes of the people who have been doing this in Mallorca for over 150 years,” says Carmina Albaladejo Ochogavía, the company’s head of U.S. operations and the great-great-granddaughter of company founder Matías Pujadas. CASALONGA PARIS Jean-Michel Casa-
Craftsmanship at Carmina Shoemaker (top). Lili Curia’s Victoria kitten heel mule (right). Casalonga Paris’s Blucher Derby shoes (far right).
longa honed his craft over more than two decades at Berluti, including nine years at the helm of the brand’s bespoke footwear workshop. Today, that knowledge shines through in his own bench-made approach at his eponymous brand, where he carves his lasts by hand and marries distinctive materials with bold designs like the traditional monk strap. LILI CURIA A newcomer to the scene, Lili Curia was founded in 2025 by the thirdgeneration London-based shoemaker Chili FO UR SEA SO NS
Palmer. The women’s footwear label blends modern charm and vintage silhouettes (like 1960s-inspired ankle boots), and all its classic styles are handmade in Italy in a studio just outside Florence. —Beau Hayhoe
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NEW IN NASHVILLE
THE CITY’S CREATIVE SPIRIT TAKES CENTRE STAGE IN THE BURGEONING WEDGEWOODHOUSTON NEIGHBOURHOOD.
Clockwise from top: Hermès, which opened last year inside a former hosiery factory in WeHo; the area’s Bell Bird Books and SAVAS stores; the rooftop infinity pool at Four Seasons Hotel Nashville, not far from WeHo.
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A WORLD THAT KNOWS YOU BY HEART SOME OF THE MOST UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS
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AT FOUR SEASONS ARE WRITTEN IN SUBTLE, THOUGHTFUL GESTURES THAT MAKE GUESTS FEEL TRULY SEEN.
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OUNTLESS HOTELS have a guest book in the lobby, filled over the years by visitors recounting unforgettable moments. The stories that fill a Four Seasons guest book reveal this and more, relating what happens when a hotel’s team doesn’t simply welcome guests but gets to know them by heart. This is a point of pride across the globe—and what makes Four Seasons a singular experience. Staff go to extraordinary lengths to transform a stay, whether they are securing special access to a Florentine chapel under renovation or partnering with an artisan jeweller to replace a guest’s lost necklace—both examples of genuine care from the team at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze. And when staff at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai began leaving messages spelled out in flowers inside a frequent guest’s villa, wishing him “Good night” and “Have a safe flight,” the guest was so moved, he began writing his own floral replies. These are just a few of the many stories that play out every day at Four Seasons, where guests feel not only cared for but also seen and understood.
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“endless plains” in the Maasai language, acacia trees dot Tanzania’s first national park like verdant umbrellas. This dramatic landscape is the ideal locale in which to try to see the famed Big Five: lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and Cape buffalo. And now you have a better chance of spotting the rarest of the bunch: the black rhino. Poaching once left just three survivors in the Serengeti in the 1990s, but conservation efforts have restored the country’s population to roughly 270, with more than 50 in the Serengeti. It helps to have a guide like Philip Bet, of Micato Luxury Safaris, whose well-trained eyes can detect movement in the grass from a distance of 50 yards. But you don’t have to go on safari to see wildlife if you’re staying at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti. A watering hole adjacent to the pool draws elephants, zebras, baboons, and even lions, as this premier lodging utilizes no electric fence to discourage them. That said, it’s still worthwhile to head out on half- or full-day safaris, where you can learn about animal tracks, traditional plant use, and wildlife photography. In the evening, dinner at Boma Grill offers gourmet dining and a traditional performance by Maasai people, complemented by local staff who teach Swahili phrases like asante sana (“thank you very much”). —Jordan Riefe
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Top: Expedition vehicles from Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti transport guests on half- and full-day safaris geared toward not only spotting the Big Five—rhino, lion, elephant, leopard, and Cape buffalo—but also learning about animal tracks, traditional plant use, and wildlife photography. Right: Alfresco dining at the property.
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T THE NEW KAI HOLO SPA at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, local ingredients and cutting-edge technology align in an array of offerings, from traditional lomi lomi massage and black-sea-salt soaks to state-of-the-art cryotherapy toning and infrared light therapy. In transforming the property’s spa (its name, Kai Holo, means “flowing tide”), the acclaimed architecture and design firm Meyer Davis has created moments of pause. The tranquil new spaces reflect Maui’s dramatic landscape with cascading water features and a black granite wall reminiscent of volcanic rock. “Every experience is designed to unfold like the tide—effortless, restorative— connecting body, mind, and spirit to the essence of Hawaii,” says Pat Makozak, senior spa director. At the heart of the spa is the aquathermal circuit, where guests can move between a cold plunge, a vitality pool, and a sensory experience shower before or after treatments. These wellness offerings range from modern longevityboosting biohacks (like a hyperbaric oxygen chamber) to the signature botanical-based Queen’s Garden Ritual, which begins with a massage incorporating native fern oils and concludes with a volcanic lava mask that is wrapped in ti leaves. “Wellness has always been part of our fabric,” says Makozak. “Kai Holo Spa marks a new chapter, offering guests a thoughtful balance between restoration and innovation.” —Jen Murphy
ASIA BY AIR
THE FOUR SEASONS PRIVATE JET EXPERIENCE EFFORTLESSLY CONNECTS THE CONTINENT’S MOST CAPTIVATING CORNERS.
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ROM STROLLING BETWEEN the crumbling sandstone spires of Angkor Wat to hiking to Bhutan’s cliff-clinging Paro Taktsang monastery to sipping from fresh coconuts on a sugar-white Maldivian beach, a panoply of rich pursuits is within reach in Asia. But how can so many postcard-worthy sights fit into a single journey? The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience proves that it is indeed possible. In 16 days, the Asia Unveiled itinerary threads through some of the region’s most enticing locales and includes stays at Four Seasons properties. In Tokyo, mornings begin in the shade of towering camphor trees at the Meiji Shrine and flow between temple-hopping tours, shabu-shabu lunches, and expert-guided sake tastings with views over the city’s seemingly infinite skyscraper sprawl. In Bali, the visit unfolds with sacred water-purifying ceremonies, while the Vietnamese coastal town of Hoi An delivers seaside afternoons and Vespa-led food tours through the city’s vibrant culinary landscape, from long-standing local favourites to family-run eateries. Hikes and Buddhist blessings await in Bhutan’s Himalayan heights, and before the journey concludes in Bangkok, a few days of beach-lolling in the Maldives can include snorkeling jaunts through kaleidoscopic reefs and blissful visits to Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa’s ŪRJĀ Naturopathy Island spa. Time between destinations is just as memorable, as the Four Seasons customdesigned Airbus A321neo serves as both a travel shortcut and a sanctuary at 30,000 feet. With a convivial lounge and just 48 lie-flat seats clad in buttery Italian leather, the jet feels like a destination in its own right: Multicourse meals from Four Seasons–trained chefs draw inspiration (and often ingredients) from each stop, while the onboard stewards ensure that champagne flutes are never empty. The team is also on hand to handle everything from luggage transfers to immigration procedures, helping you breeze through each airport. You’re left with more time where it matters: another stroll down the beach, an unhurried morning in bed, and the priceless luxury of being fully present in this dazzlingly dynamic part of the world. —Chris Schalkx
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan (this page and opposite at bottom left). Opposite top: Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam; middle: pho noodle soup at The Nam Hai; left: a Negroni and nuts aboard the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience.
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Boucheron CEO Hélène Poulit-Duquesne and creative director Claire Choisne.
Visionary Craftsmanship, Reimagined Since its founding in 1858, Boucheron has never stopped challenging convention. Now, with a growing U.S. presence, the Parisian jewelry house ushers in a new American chapter for its bold, imaginative designs.
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efore Paris’s Place Vendôme became a coveted, worldrenowned address for jewelry houses, Frédéric Boucheron saw its potential. After founding his eponymous firm in 1858, Boucheron moved from the Palais-Royal to Place Vendôme in 1893, a switch that immediately elevated his profile among chic Parisians. Savvily, he picked the sunniest spot on the square, No. 26, thus ensuring maximum sparkle for his diamonds. Boucheron’s legendary flagship at 26 Place Vendôme continues to anchor Paris’s epicentre of fine gems and handcraft, even as the house accelerates
its global presence—particularly across the United States. The brand debuted its first U.S. boutique, on New York City’s Madison Avenue, in 2024, followed by shops in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Beverly Hills, California, in 2025. A boutique at Miami’s famed Bal Harbour Shops joins the collection this September, and another, at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, California, is expected by the end of 2026.
In October, the jeweler also will be the subject of a major exhibition at Christie’s New York. Boucheron: In Focus— A Monograph of a Visionary explores the house’s evolution, from Frédéric Boucheron’s founding to the present day, represented via four of the house’s defining elements: Couture, Nature, Architecture, and Innovation. On display from October 9 to 18 at the auction house’s Rockefeller Center headquarters Rings from the Lierre de Paris collection.
will be pieces dating to 1858, as well as designs from the 2026 High Jewelry Carte Blanche collection. Hélène Poulit-Duquesne, Boucheron’s CEO since 2015, says the expansion into the U.S. is a dream come true. “The United States has always held a very special place in our Maison’s history. We’ve had a strong relationship with the country ever since Boucheron was founded,” she says, highlighting that the brand’s clientele over the years has included prominent American families and Hollywood stars. “We already have a presence at starstudded American cultural occasions, such as the Golden Globes, the Oscars, and the Met Gala,” says Poulit-Duquesne. “Now we aim to raise our U.S. profile further and familiarize Americans with the world of Boucheron.” These new boutiques showcase many of Boucheron’s best-known designs, including a genuine icon of the house: the necklace known as Point d’Interrogation, or Question Mark, named for its asymmetrical shape. Boucheron introduced it to his collection in 1879, noting that his desire was to create a necklace that, beyond its innovative shape, was clasp-free so a woman could put it on without the assistance of a husband or a lady’s maid. Boucheron often reinterpreted his instantly popular Question Mark over the years, offering new details, themes, and stones while adhering to its signature shape. Claire Choisne, Boucheron’s creative director since 2011, has carried that legacy forward, not only due to the design’s immense popularity, but also as a tribute to the house’s founder. For her Histoire de Style 2026 collection, a showcase of high-jewelry creations that pays homage to Frédéric Boucheron’s design codes, Choisne honoured the first Question Mark’s ivy theme by creating Untamed, a lush necklace featuring leaves of diamonds and rock crystal that cascade dramatically down the torso. While high jewelry is considered the ultimate in both handcraft and rare
Clockwise from top left: The Untamed necklace from Boucheron’s Histoire de Style collection; Colman Domingo at the 2026 Golden Globes in the Untamed brooches; house founder Frédéric Boucheron and his original design for a Question Mark necklace; and a Lierre de Paris brooch.
stones, Boucheron’s fine jewelry is equally thoughtful and elegant in design. For Fall 2026, Choisne chose to further modernize ivy—lierre in French—with Lierre de Paris, a collection of nine new pieces showcasing the climbing leaves in diamonds and white gold, crafted in styles that wrap sensuously around a woman’s neck, ears, or fingers, as well as a grouping of three brooches that puts an accent on versatile wear. Boucheron’s signature asymmetry also plays a role here, seen on double-finger rings or pendant earrings designed to create the look of diamond ivy leaves that suspend magically on a woman’s ear. It’s this blend of modernity and heritage that has made the house a favourite among Hollywood A-listers.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Demi Moore, Sarah Paulson, and Salma Hayek are just a few of the stars who have worn Boucheron on recent red carpets, while in January, Colman Domingo—widely considered among Hollywood’s most stylish men— joined the brand as its first American Friend of the Maison, an honoured designation akin to a brand ambassador. “Beyond his effortless style and elegance—which earned him the honour of co-chairing the prestigious Met Gala—it’s his visionary approach and his creativity that so powerfully echo the spirit of Boucheron,” Poulit-Duquesne says. “To me, he embodies a personality that feels truly Boucheron: freespirited, optimistic, and genuinely turned toward others.”
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A NEW VOYAGE BEGINS WHEN IT DEBUTS IN 2028, FOUR SEASONS II WILL UNVEIL NEW YACHT RESIDENTIAL SUITES THAT COMBINE THE COMFORTS OF HOME WITH THE FREEDOM OF LIFE AT SEA.
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this past spring, the hospitality brand is expanding its high-seas vision with Four Seasons II. Scheduled to launch in 2028, the vessel will reveal Yacht Residential Suites, designed to provide the familiar size and comforts of an upscale residence alongside the boundless freedom of the open ocean. “Every detail has been considered to ensure guests feel an effortless sense of home, wherever they are sailing,” says Ben Trodd, CEO of Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd., joint owner and operator of Four Seasons Yachts. Ranging from two to four bedrooms, the upper-deck accommodations feature open-concept living and dining areas, kitchens, and expansive terraces—spaces designed for everything from leisurely breakfasts to sunset cocktails with family and friends. Some also have splash pools and outdoor showers, further elevating the feeling of private sanctuary. With just 79 suites, the yacht is designed to deliver an incredibly intimate experience. On Four Seasons Yachts, says Trodd, “guests can truly settle in and make the space their own.” —Alesandra Dubin
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Delighting in the Holidays FROM TEXAS-SIZED CHRISTMAS CHEER TO ENGLISH COUNTRY TRADITIONS TO KYOTO’S TIMEHONOURED NEW YEAR RITUALS, FOUR SEASONS CREATES STAYS OF A LIFETIME. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL AUSTIN The hotel’s annual Ice
Rodeo rounds up plenty of fun for Christmas. An outdoor skating rink, rink-side dining cabins, a candy shop, and food trucks set the scene, along with holiday décor on a Texan scale, such as a 30-foot-tall outdoor Christmas tree and a 120-foot-long light tunnel. Coziness comes in the form of the Teddy Bear Brunch, with Santa as a special guest, and in the Hidden Flask pop-up speakeasy, where cocktails are served around an outdoor firepit. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL HAMPSHIRE At Four Seasons
in Hampshire, about an hour drive southwest of London, a quintessentially English Christmas kicks off November 27 with the lighting of the tree and carols performed by a local church choir. Mulled wine and mince pies are on offer, and Milo and Dougal, the hotel’s resident Shetland ponies, are on hand for photos. “Christmas in the British countryside is always magical,” says the hotel’s general manager, Andrew Harrison. There’s also a special festive menu featuring a taste of the snowy Alps in the historic stable courtyard, with classic Swiss moitié-moitié fondue, Alpine charcuterie boards, and selections of wine from the oldest vineyard in Switzerland, Mont d’Or. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KYOTO Holiday celebrations at
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CAPITAL LIVING FOUR SEASONS PRIVATE RESIDENCES WASHINGTON, D.C., REIMAGINES A HISTORIC SITE AS A NEW STANDARD OF LUXURY LIVING.
Opening this fall in the waterfront neighbourhood of Georgetown, Four Seasons Private Residences Washington, D.C., brings an unrivaled residential experience to the nation’s capital. The new address transforms the West Heating Plant—a former steam-heating facility designed in 1940—into 70 expansive one- to four-bedroom homes with exterior architecture by Adjaye Associates and interiors by Ingrao Inc. Residents will enjoy top-level security, a private wellness centre, spa treatment rooms, a 75-foot indoor pool, and a private wine cellar with a tasting room. They can also stroll and relax in a private courtyard and a one-acre park designed by renowned landscape architect Laurie Olin. —Degen Pener
this serene property in the historic Higashiyama district focus on welcoming the New Year. On New Year’s Eve, listen for the 108 strikes of the bell at nearby Chishaku-in Temple that symbolize starting the year with a purified spirit. Order a bowl of toshikoshi soba—traditional noodles eaten on December 31—before asking the concierge for the best spots to join locals for hatsumode, the first visit of the year to temples and shrines, to pray for health, happiness, and good fortune. —Nicola Chilton n
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The Orange Signature THE CRAFT BEHIND EVERY SANTONI SOLE.
One of the most distinct signatures of a Santoni shoe lies precisely where few think to look: the footprint. Inspired by the vibrant landscape of Italy’s Le Marche region, the brand’s iconic orange sole is a testament to the family-owned shoemaker’s dedication to craft, evolving into a defining symbol of the Maison since the 1990s.
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Reserved exclusively for styles with full-grain leather soles, the feature is achieved through velatura, a traditional hand-painted technique performed by highly skilled master artisans. Created through multiple layers
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of paint, the sole will become as distinct as its wearer once it meets the ground. “The Arancio Santoni sole represents the purest expression of Santoni’s vision: transforming craftsmanship into a language of identity,” says Executive President & Chairman Giuseppe Santoni. “More than a distinctive element, it embodies our ability to evolve tradition into something contemporary and meaningful. It is not just a colour, but a footprint—a lasting expression of individuality and character, and a form of luxury that becomes a personal statement of style.”
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Clockwise from left: Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest; Amikor Galéria; a look from Sándor’s Nanushka label; green asparagus with homemade ricotta, malt mayonnaise, and hazelnuts at Cabrio.
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VÁROSLIGET “[City Park] is home to major landmarks like Heroes’ Square, Vajdahunyad Castle, and Széchenyi Thermal Bath. A lake turns into an ice rink in winter. One of my favourite additions is the House of Music [museum and concert hall]. Some of my happiest moments have been spent in the park with my son, Samu.” ÍRÓK BOLTJA “One of Budapest’s most iconic literary bookshops. I’ve been loving shopping for
books lately, especially as sources of inspiration for new collections.” OMOROVICZA “[This spa is] so relaxing and one of the most tranquil places in Budapest. A pro tip is to try their Daily Vitamin C serum; it’s an instant boost that makes your skin look refreshed and gives an incredible glow.” FOUR SEASONS HOTEL GRESHAM PALACE BUDAPEST “The incredible views from the rooms, the perfect outdoor terrace at [Michelin-recommended] KOLLÁZS in the summer, and the impeccable cocktails at [Asian-inspired] MÚZSA are all such a treat.” FAUSTO’S “Some of the best Italian food I’ve had outside of Italy, [like] the mezzaluna [stuffed half-moon-shaped pasta] with duck, pumpkin, and walnut.” DÉRYNÉ BISTRO “A Budapest institution where the walls could tell a hundred stories. In summer, sit on the patio. And don’t skip the túrógombóc [cottage cheese dumplings].” FO U R SEASO NS
CABRIO “Tucked into one of my favourite residential squares in the city centre, it’s where the best Hungarian and European natural wines meet fresh, local ingredients. Barnag’s 2022 Kékfrankos is a classic, but the 2023 Barnag Diszkó is ideal for a lighter meal or to share with friends in the late afternoon.” ESPRESSO EMBASSY “You can spend the whole day [here] drinking coffee and people watching. I always have a flat white with oat milk in the winter.” AMIKOR GALÉRIA “It emphasizes characterful, high-quality objects alongside vintage furniture, ceramics, paintings, and home décor. It feels more like a curated design warehouse than a traditional gallery, appealing to anyone looking for pieces that tell stories for generations.” SALT BAKERY “This is an extension of the Michelin-starred Salt restaurant. I feel as if they’ve taken all the classic Hungarian recipes and elevated them, like pogácsa [cheesy scones] and kakaós csiga [spiral-shaped chocolate rolls].” n
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WHEN SHE WAS GROWING UP in Budapest’s Castle District, Sandra Sándor spent time in her mother’s atelier, often serving as the fit model for children’s wear. A London College of Fashion graduate, Sándor launched her own label in 2005— calling it Nanushka, after her childhood nickname— and later established a store in the Hungarian capital. Her brand’s distinctive style marries impeccable craftsmanship with modernist functionality and a commitment to sustainable production. (Exhibit A: a vegan-leather puffer jacket.) Much of Sándor’s inspiration springs from Budapest itself. “Eastern and Western European influences come together in a blend of history, culture, and architecture,” she says. —Amy Alipio
The Pinnacle course at Troon North Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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SCOTTSDALE THE PGA TOUR GOL FER TEES UP HI S FAVO U R IT E
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WHAT LURED JOEL DAHMEN to Scottsdale, Arizona, 16 years ago is no mystery. “Waking up with the sun every single day, you’re just happier,” he says. When he arrived in the desert city in 2010 as a young pro, the hot, arid climate was a welcome contrast to the rainy weather of his native Pacific Northwest. In Scottsdale, he could play and practice nearly every day. Off the course, Dahmen enjoys hiking (when his schedule permits) amid the dramatic landscapes of the Southwest, and as a self-proclaimed foodie, he appreciates that the city’s ever-evolving restaurant scene means there is always a new place to try. “It just felt like home to me from the first time I got here,” he says, “and I don’t plan on leaving.” —Shaun Tolson WRIGLEY MANSION “[Chewing gum magnate] William Wrigley Jr. built the house for his family in 1931, and it’s turned into an incredible brunch and dinner spot. Getting a tour of the mansion, especially after brunch, is super cool. It sits high on a hill [in Phoenix] overlooking the Biltmore
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Clockwise from top left: Dahmen; the family pool at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North; Geordie’s Restaurant & Lounge at Wrigley Mansion.
BUNGALOW “It’s the best housewares store. When we walk in, the sales associates greet us by name, which means we’re probably there a little too much. They have everything that you need, and if they don’t have what you want, they’re going to find it for you somewhere. They’ll even come to your home and help style your house.” THIRD HOLE ON THE MONUMENT COURSE AT TROON NORTH “It’s one of my favourite golf holes in Scottsdale. You would think it’s kind of gimmicky, with a 30-foot-tall boulder in the middle of the fairway, but quite a bit of strategy goes into that. It’s kind of in the way, but I just tell the guys I play with to aim at it, because the odds of them actually hitting a ball straight at it are low.” FOUR SEASONS RESORT SCOTTSDALE AT TROON NORTH “I love how the architecture
blends into the landscape and the hotel’s surroundings. When you’re at the pool, you don’t feel like you’re in a city anymore—you’ve got views of the mountains and views of the desert.” HUSH PUBLIC HOUSE “They serve seasonal comfort food. We love to sit at the chef ’s counter and talk with the chefs. We’ll ask them questions about what they’re making, and if it’s not busy, we’ll get to taste a bunch of different things. The duck confit is absolutely delicious.” JL PATISSERIE “I love an almond croissant, and JL Patisserie has the best in Scottsdale, [with] a very crispy, flaky crust.” UCHI “It might be my favourite sushi place. It’s kind of dark and moody, and they serve a citrus old-fashioned made with Japanese whisky and yuzu bitters. That Japanese twist with the citrus flavour is unbelievable. It’s the best easy-sipping old-fashioned I’ve ever had.” n FO UR SEA SO NS
The citrus old-fashioned, made with Japanese whisky and yuzu bitters, at the Scottsdale sushi restaurant Uchi.
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area, and the view is absolutely incredible. It’s one of my favourite places.”
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FOUR SEA SONS CONC I ER GE SHA RES HER PLAYBOOK FOR A V I SI T TO THE MULTIFAC ETED REGI ON. Zi Yat Heen restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Macao.
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“BEING A CONCIERGE is my true calling,” says Gigi Chan. As the chief concierge at Four Seasons Hotel Macao since 2022, Chan has made a career out of translating her deep love for her home city into unforgettable guest experiences. And Macau—with its centuries-old blend of Chinese heritage and Portuguese influence—serves as a distinctive setting for discovery. “Every guest arrives with a unique story,” she says, “and I take pride in curating experiences that turn their stay into lasting memories.” Here, Chan, who was awarded the prestigious Golden Keys by Les Clefs d’Or Macau in 2022, tells us about her cherished local spots. —Julie Pham ST. LAZARUS “The district offers a peaceful retreat through beautifully preserved streets— think cobblestone alleys and pastel-coloured facades in classic Portuguese style.” SEI KEE CAFE “The combination of its claypot-brewed coffee, crispy pork chop bun, and toast cubes is comfort food to many locals.” RESTAURANTE LITORAL “This family restaurant’s recipes represent the most authentic Macanese cuisine, which is the unique mix of Portuguese, southern Chinese, and Southeast Asian flavours. My recommended order is African chicken, ox-tripe stew, and garlic clams.”
THE RUINS OF ST. PAUL’S “The facade is the perfect representation of Macau. It reflects the European influence, Catholic image, and Chinese culture in one architecture.” ZI YAT HEEN AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MACAO “As a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Macau inspires Zi Yat Heen to introduce new menus and seasonal specialties continuously. The homemade sauces are a hidden gem, and they elevate every dish. Now for the first time, VIP guests can uncover this culinary secret through an intimate cooking workshop led by our chefs, where they will learn to craft the restaurant’s iconic XO sauce from scratch.” SPLASH AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MACAO “The food is chic and satisfying, and I just love the white-truffle pizza right out of the oven. Perfect for a relaxed lunch with family or friends. I love the alfresco setting, shaded by a beautiful tree and framed by a European-style gate—I can see why so many guests stop for photos. It feels like a quiet corner of the South of France.” FO U R SEASO NS
THE STUDY AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MACAO “A quiet treasure offering views of the Cotai Strip and its nightly transformation. It feels like the city is performing just for you. As a Forbes Hotel Star Bar, The Study bar offers exceptional craftsmanship, particularly during Negroni Week, when the art of the cocktail is celebrated. During blue hour, when twilight turns the sky a deep indigo, we honour the Port Tongs Ceremony, a wineopening ritual. A vintage port is opened by flame— a centuries-old Portuguese ceremony carried across oceans to Macau. And for the seasonal fireworks countdowns, it offers one of the most captivating, crowd-free perspectives in the city.” NBA FLAGSHIP “It’s the first official NBA store in Macau and Hong Kong. There’s a customization corner, where you can add your name to a jersey.” TEAMLAB SUPERNATURE MACAO “Not your typical museum. [This digital art experience] is more like stepping into a dream. I remember my first visit, wandering through those endless light installations and feeling completely transported.”
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Clockwise from near right: Chan; a seasonal dish of sautéed clams with asparagus and black truffle at Zi Yat Heen; the Ruins of St. Paul’s; the Floating Flower Garden at teamLab SuperNature Macao.
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Clockwise from top left: Al-Darwish; the Duchess tea lounge, with a work from the artist’s Nostalgia series on display, at Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar; a dish at IDAM by Alain Ducasse, at the Museum of Islamic Art; Souq Waqif.
MUSEUM OF ISLAMIC ART “If it’s your first visit to Doha, the Museum of Islamic Art, designed by I. M. Pei, is a must. Whether you’re interested in art or not, it captures the spirit of Doha. The collection is extraordinary, and the building is an architectural masterpiece.” IDAM BY ALAIN DUCASSE “When friends come to visit, I take them to IDAM, the restaurant at the Museum of Islamic Art. The Michelin-starred food is exceptional, but what makes it special is the whole experience of the architecture, the museum itself, and the beautiful views of Doha.”
QATARI ARTIST Hanadi Al-Darwish’s work is a rich interplay of colour, texture, and accumulation, drawing viewers in to seek meaning and recognizable forms amid its layers. Rooted in memory, her creations span from paintings to collages and have a profound connection to Qatari history and contemporary artistic expression; in her latest pieces, she explores Arabic calligraphy and abstraction. Here, she shares her favourite spots in and around the city, which is home to Four Seasons Hotel Doha and Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar. Says Al-Darwish, “I’m proud of how Doha has grown into a world-class destination while staying true to our heritage, traditions, and warm hospitality.” —Nicola Chilton
KATARA CULTURAL VILLAGE “I love walking around the galleries there, like Al Markhiya, a place that has played an important role in supporting contemporary Arab artists for many years. I also like attending performances and being surrounded by creativity in Katara. It’s one of those places where inspiration comes naturally.” PUBLIC ART BY RICHARD SERRA “There’s something very powerful about Richard Serra’s East-West/West-East [located in the Brouq Nature Reserve about an hour’s drive from Doha]. These monumental steel sculptures standing quietly in the desert are a reminder that art doesn’t always need walls. It can become part of the landscape.” FO U R SEASO NS
SOUQ WAQIF “Doha’s central bazaar remains one of the best places to experience Qatari culture. It combines traditional architecture, local cuisine, craftsmanship, art, and everyday life.” SHAY AL SHAMOOS “[Located] in Souq Waqif, it is always a favourite [for Qatari cuisine]. The food is authentic and homemade, and it reflects the warmth and generosity that are important parts of Qatari hospitality.” EVERGREEN ORGANICS “For healthy salads and freshly pressed green juice, I enjoy Evergreen Organics, Qatar’s first plant-based café. The branch in The Pearl-Qatar is peaceful, with marina views, and is the kind of place where I can pause between meetings or after spending time in the studio.” n
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MATHAF: ARAB MUSEUM OF MODERN ART “When I want to see great art, I head to Mathaf. The exhibitions encourage you to look at Arab art from new perspectives, and it’s a reminder of how diverse and constantly evolving our visual culture is.”
FOUR SEASONS RESORT AND RESIDENCES AT THE PEARL-QATAR “You can have a relaxed conversation over coffee in a serene setting [in the Duchess tea lounge]. I have a special connection with the hotel, as some of my artworks are displayed there.”
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Home In TheWorld Rooted in place and centred on you, our Private Residences around the globe reflect their surroundings, with every detail cared for by Four Seasons.
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TELL SOMEONE WHAT YOU COOK ON A GIVEN NIGHT,
what book you’ve left open on the coffee table, which pictures you’ve given coveted spaces on a wall—and you’ve told them more about who you are than any profile could. A home is a living personal canvas, never just a backdrop. The residences ahead, which span the Middle East, Asia
Pacific, and the Americas, show what that means across continents. Each one is shaped by a particular relationship to food, art, climate, ritual—the things that don’t show up on a floor plan but tell the story of a wonderfully vibrant life. Taken together, they make the case that a home, done right, isn’t a container for a life. It’s a portrait of one.
The Middle East
In two locales in Saudi Arabia—Jeddah and Shura Island— home takes its cues from centuries of trade and ritual.
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Jeddah has always been a city of arrivals— a trading port, a gateway to Makkah, a place where cultures are beautifully layered. Four Seasons Private Residences Jeddah at the Corniche are designed to reflect that energy. Seventy-six homes across three towers, many occupying an entire floor, look out over the Red Sea from the Corniche. The cube-like structure by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill wraps around a lush, terraced garden. The interiors, by Richmond International, are both timeless and contemporary. A hammam, a cigar bar, and a shisha lounge are among the amenities, details that speak directly to the rituals of Saudi Arabia.
Four Seasons Private Residences Red Sea at Shura Island doesn’t compete with its own setting. Three- to five-bedroom villas—either dune-set or waterside— settle into the island’s contours, framed by mangroves, crystal-clear water, and sand. A championship golf course designed by Brian Curley threads between a lagoon and fairways. Dining spans Italian, Levantine, and plant-based. The property sits at the island’s eastern tip, directly on the beach. The island is a 25-minute drive from Red Sea International Airport, positioning it at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa.
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Asia Pacific
Two extraordinary cities, two distinct expressions of home deeply rooted in their culture and context.
Bangkok at Chao Phraya River Bangkok has always been shaped by its river. Long before highways, the Chao Phraya was the main thoroughfare. Four Seasons Private Residences Bangkok at Chao Phraya River builds on that legacy with 366 homes overlooking one of Asia’s great waterways. Designed by Hamiltons International with interiors by BAMO, the residences are part of a 14-acre riverfront estate shared with Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River. A sky pool, music studio, wine room, and private dining spaces complement daily life, while Michelinrecommended dining at Yu Ting Yuan and some of Bangkok’s most celebrated bars and restaurants bring one of the world’s great food cities directly to residents’ doorstep.
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Mumbai Mumbai is lively and wonderfully layered. Home, in turn, becomes a place designed for respite. Four Seasons Private Residences Mumbai brings 42 homes to Worli, each remarkably generous in scale, many occupying an entire floor with views across the Arabian Sea, Mahalaxmi Racecourse, and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link. But the real story is less about height than intention. Gensler’s architecture and Yabu Pushelberg’s interiors incorporate the ancient design principles of Vastu, while jali-inspired screens, meditation gardens, and artisan detailing root the residences in India’s own design traditions. It reflects a growing priority in urban living: homes that embrace the city and connect you more deeply to it.
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America
From Lowcountry charm to lakeside living, these Residences are inspired by the character of their surroundings.
Charleston Beauty looks different in every pocket of the world. In Charleston, beauty can be found in the city’s unique heritage. Four Seasons Private Residences Charleston takes its cues from the historic streets, thriving culinary scene, and enduring craftsmanship. Architecture by Morris Adjmi Architects and interiors by LARK feel collected rather than decorated. Handmade materials, bespoke millwork, and lush courtyards ground the residences in the Lowcountry, while rooftop restaurants, wellness spaces, and gathering places bring new energy to the neighbourhood.
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Lake Austin For a growing number of homeowners, a Four Seasons residence seamlessly integrates many of the hallmarks of a private resort. This new standard is perfectly embodied at Four Seasons Private Residences Lake Austin. Occupying 145 acres above the lake, the property features its own marina, trails, and clubhouse just 20 minutes from downtown Austin. Days might begin with paddleboarding from your private dock, a tennis match, or time in the wellness centre before dinner overlooking the water. Inspired by modernist architecture, Homes by Lissoni & Partners span entire floors with terraces on both sides, designed to blend indoors and out. It reflects a lifestyle where recreation isn’t reserved for holidays, it’s integrated into everyday life.
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Los Angeles means that premieres, sporting events, birthdays, and impromptu film nights can happen without ever leaving the property. Every detail, right down to your preferred popcorn style, is handled by the dedicated residential team. After the movie, the spa remains open for a late-night wind down. THE MARINA
Direct lake access and a private marina anchor the homes at Four Seasons Private Residences Lake Austin. Just as integral are yoga, spa retreats, and a pool and lounge overlooking the lake with panoramic views of the Austin skyline beyond. It’s an exclusive environment designed for life on the water.
Elevated Amenities
Extraordinary amenities transform the everyday, from private screenings to lakeside marinas.
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very home has its own rituals. Some happen around a dining table. Others begin in a yoga studio, on a ski slope, or beside a quiet pool before the rest of the world wakes up. Amenities at Four Seasons Private Residences are designed as natural extensions of home, shaped by the landscape, the community, and the ways residents choose to spend their time. Here are a few favourites.
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infinity pool, and elevated dining with sweeping views of the Red Sea. The 18-hole championship course, the vision of Brian Curley, stretches 7,400 yards through coastal dunes, mangroves, and a series of dramatic waterfront holes, making the landscape as much a part of the experience as the game itself. THE PRIVATE THEATRE
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At Four Seasons Private Residences Bahrain Bay, home and resort are connected by a private pedestrian bridge. With daycare for younger children and a playground for older ones, parents can linger at the residents-only pool. A late afternoon can end in the fitness centre, where the spectacular view inspires your workout. When the day calls for something more, a short stroll along the bridge takes you to the resort’s spa and restaurants, no further planning required.
On a powder morning, every minute counts. At Four Seasons Private Residences Deer Valley, a dedicated ski concierge takes care of everything long before residents step outside. Boots are warmed, skis are tuned and waiting, and the lift is only a few steps from your front door. The practical aspects of a ski holiday disappear almost entirely, replaced by the simple pleasure of being on the mountain. THE CLUBHOUSE
At Four Seasons Private Residences Red Sea at Shura Island, the clubhouse overlooks Shura Links, Saudi Arabia’s first island championship golf course. Designed by Foster + Partners, it offers a world-class fitness centre, an
Top: Four Seasons Private Residences Red Sea at Shura Island. Above: Four Seasons Private Residences Bahrain Bay.
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The Instinct of Service
about our residents because that’s where a truly personal experience begins,” says Aim-on Chuaychart, Residential Facilities Manager and Community Lifestyle Lead at Four Seasons Private Residences Bangkok at Chao Phraya River. Her role is centred on building a sense of community through experiences that reflect residents’ interests and routines. “Every interaction is an opportunity to learn more about our residents so I can continue creating experiences that feel meaningful, relevant, and genuinely enriching to their lifestyle.”
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he highest form of service is often the kind you never notice happening. At Four Seasons Private Residences, a dedicated team works diligently so that residents live with ease. Some requests are straightforward: a restaurant reservation, scheduling housekeeping. Others require nuance. A homeowner mentions that grandchildren are visiting next month. Another casually notes they’ll land after midnight. Shortly thereafter, those details have become action. The house is ready. The car is waiting. No reminder necessary. “Working for Four Seasons, I learned that every destination has its own culture, community, and rhythm, hence daily needs naturally change,” says Maximiliano Burgos Bazzano, who is now Director of Residences at Four Seasons Private Residences Puerto Rico after several years at Four Seasons Private Residences Anguilla. “What remains unchanged is our focus on building relationships, understanding each homeowner
personally, and creating peace of mind that translates into an effortless ownership experience every day.” In a given week, his team might prepare a residence for a family celebrating a milestone birthday, arrange a day on a charter boat, or coordinate a delivery. “What I find most interesting is that many requests are not really about a service,” he says. “It is about trust.” Trust is built through familiarity, long before the request is ever made. “I usually start with what I already know
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Culture shapes the program as much as preference does. “We do not rely on a fixed approach when serving our residents,” says Amir Sharifuddin, Community and Lifestyle Lead at Four Seasons Private Residences Kuala Lumpur, a home to residents from many different cultures and backgrounds. Every interaction begins with understanding the individual rather than applying a universal approach. Regular team briefings help prepare for situations before they arise, allowing even the unexpected to be handled with confidence. “Peace of mind is our goal,” he says, “knowing that we will always make every effort to support our residents and deliver the best outcome possible.” The requests themselves will always change, shaped by different homes, different families, and different stages of life. The greatest success is not an extraordinary gesture, but knowing someone is looking after both your home and the life lived inside it.
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planning. The Ocean Club, Four Seasons Residences, Bahamas, set along the shores of Paradise Island, is designed for residents to move naturally between personal training, tennis, golf, poolside yoga, and Pilates. Here, wellness is less a destination than a thread running through each moment. The places we call home also shape how closely we stay connected to the landscape beyond the front door. At Four Seasons Private Residences Telluride, the seasons set the rhythm, with ski-in, ski-out winters transitioning to summer hiking. Thermal facilities, a lap pool, and fitness spaces carry residents through the months between. In Cartagena, home extends into the city. Four Seasons Private Residences Cartagena places residents within walking distance of the UNESCO-listed walled city, while rooftop pools and indoor and outdoor gathering spaces make the city feel like a natural extension of home.
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Longevity Begins at Home Everyday rituals become lifelong habits through thoughtful, wellness-focused design.
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home evolves alongside us. It is where routines take shape, where families expand, where children grow up, and where one generation gradually makes room for the next. The best homes accommodate those changes almost imperceptibly. They witness birthdays and ordinary Tuesdays, welcome new family members, and adapt to changing desires. Across the global portfolio of Four Seasons Private Residences, longevity is not a single feature or philosophy, but the result of many thoughtful decisions. A home influences how we spend our time, how easily we move through the day, how connected we feel to family and community, and how closely we remain tied to the natural environment around us. These are not amenities so much as the foundations of a life well lived. At Four Seasons Private Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay,
residences range from three to six bedrooms—room enough for relatives to extend their visit, or for cousins to treat the guestroom as their own. The residences balance a contemporary approach to residential living with a deeply rooted respect for tradition and wellness. It’s conceived as the world’s first integrated activity and well-being destination, where restorative experiences become part of the wider residential environment. Daily routines are considered just as much as long-term
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Thinking in decades changes how a home relates to its environment. In Belize, sustainability is intended not only to protect the surrounding landscape but to enhance it for future generations. Four Seasons Private Residences Caye Chapel, Belize, replants native flora, harnesses solar power, sources sustainably caught seafood, and cultivates an organic garden that supplies the island’s restaurants. Four Seasons Private Residences Puerto Rico’s Bahía Beach Golf Club protects habitat for wildlife and tropical birds as a Silver Signature Sanctuary, while Four Season Private Residences One Dalton Street, Boston, reduces energy and water use through water-efficient landscaping and building measures. Longevity, at its best, is the accumulation of many things: space for family, opportunities to move, a relationship with nature, a sense of community, and stewardship of the land. The homes that endure are those that continue to make room for all of them.
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Five Questions For Isay Weinfeld A rapid-fire conversation with the architect behind Four Seasons Private Residences Dominican Republic at Tropicalia.
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n the southern coast of Samaná Bay, Tropicalia occupies a rare stretch of the Dominican Republic where biodiversity, community, and a deep respect for the land have shaped the destination from the beginning. Here, Brazilian architect Isay Weinfeld has conceived Four Seasons Private Residences Dominican Republic at Tropicalia as homes that belong to their setting, pairing tropical modernism with the project’s commitment to preserving its natural environment for generations to come. Set along Playa Esmeralda, a pristine stretch of coastline on the Dominican Republic’s northeastern shore, the wider property also includes an organic farm that reflects its connection to the land. We spoke with Weinfeld about designing in dialogue with the landscape, the relationship between architecture and nature, and what it means to create a home with a true sense of place.
Four Seasons Private Residences Dominican Republic at Tropicalia is deeply connected to its natural surroundings. What did Playa Esmeralda ask of you as an architect? The untouched shores of Playa Esmeralda shaped the placement of the residences across the site, maximizing views of its clear waters and pristine white sands. How do the residences respond to the tropical climate? The residences feature climateresponsive architecture, with each space designed to make the most of natural light and ventilation. Tropical modernism is central to the project. What does that philosophy mean to you, and how is it expressed throughout the residences? What interests me most is the connection between indoor and outdoor living. A place like this gives us the opportunity to design generous overhangs that provide natural shade
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from the tropical sun, open-plan spaces that capture the Caribbean breeze, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls and doors that look out onto a landscape of lush native vegetation. How do you design for the rituals of everyday life? I see myself walking through the spaces, imagining how their light and proportions will feel. When residents arrive in their homes for the first time, what do you hope they feel? Above all, I hope they feel welcome, but also impressed by the beauty of the nature that surrounds the residence.
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ITALIAN PERFORMANCE THE WORLDS OF ARTISTIC PERFUMERY AND LEGENDARY SUPER SPORTS CARS CONVERGE IN XERJOFF’S COLLABORATION WITH LAMBORGHINI INSPIRED BY C R A F T S M A N S H I P AND D E S I G N .
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ome luxury brands create objects. Others create emotions. In their first collaboration, Italian perfume house Xerjoff and Automobili Lamborghini explore what happens when those worlds meet. Xerjoff is celebrated for translating artistry into fragrance; Lamborghini, for transforming engineering into passion behind the wheel. Together, they have created a perfume collection that conveys through scent the thrill of driving a Lamborghini, extending the company’s legendary spirit into a new sensory dimension. At first glance, fragrance and super sports cars appear to exist in separate worlds. But look closer, and it’s clear that the companies are rooted in the same distinctly Italian values: innovation, meticulous craft, bold design, and an unwavering attention to detail. Their resulting perfumes reflect this shared philosophy through multiple touchpoints. Xerjoff’s signature flacon has been reimagined in colours inspired by Lamborghini’s iconic palette, while the traditional Xerjoff emblem gives way to the Lamborghini shield. Even the packaging incorporates elements of Lamborghini’s design language: An authentic piece of Lamborghini leather included in every coffret is a tactile reminder of the artistry behind every vehicle. The collection unfolds as a threepart narrative, following the emotional arc of a drive. Fierezza captures the anticipation before the engine comes to life. Confident and poised, the fragrance opens with vibrant pink pepper and
incense before revealing marine notes, frangipani, and geranium, settling into a warm base of suede and myrrh. It is a composition that balances freshness with quiet strength. If Fierezza is the pause before departure, Avanguardia is pure acceleration. The boldest of the three fragrances, it pairs an unexpected cherry accord with davana and mandarin before giving way to patchouli and black violet, and a base of olibanum and tonka bean. The result is energetic
and unconventional, expressing the intensity and momentum that define Lamborghini’s driving experience. The journey concludes with Perseveranza, inspired by the quiet satisfaction that lingers after the destination has been reached. Bright notes of ginger and cedrat lead into aromatic vetiver and clove before softening into smoky styrax and cistus oil. Calm, composed, and enduring, it evokes confidence that doesn’t need to announce itself. The latest release in Xerjoff’s Blends series of creative collaborations, the collection reflects a growing movement among luxury brands to build immersive worlds that extend beyond their traditional categories. For Lamborghini enthusiasts, these fragrances offer another way to experience the company’s design philosophy. For Xerjoff, they demonstrate how artistic perfumery can translate movement, power, and emotion into scent. Together, the two Italian houses celebrate a shared pursuit of excellence, showcasing how master craft is just as evocative in a fragrance as it is in a super sports car.
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ONE ISLAND, TWO RETREATS On Lana‘i, Hawaii feels both timeless and wonderfully untouched. Home to just over 3,000 residents, it’s a place of rugged back roads, quiet beaches, and two distinct Four Seasons properties. Along the Pacific shoreline, Four Seasons Resort Lana‘i overlooks the protected waters of Hulopo‘e Bay, where days drift between lagoon-style pools, botanical gardens, cliffside fairways of the Jack Nicklaus–designed Manele Golf Course, and adventures by 4x4 or private catamaran. High in the misty uplands, Sensei Lana‘i, A Four Seasons Resort, offers an adults-only sanctuary centred on personalized well-being, where private spa hales, expert-led experiences, and nourishing cuisine by Nobu are complemented by a contemplative sculpture garden. Together, the resorts capture two moods of one remarkable island. n
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Venice RECLAIMED Once written off as a historic theme park, the Floating City is enjoying a sparkling new era of cultural reinvention, crowned by the stunning restoration of the Danieli as a Four Seasons hotel. by D A N A T H O M A S
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The lobby of the newly revitalized Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel.
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Pierrot Fleuri by ceramicist Kaori Kurihara, alongside Tessitura Luigi Bevilacqua textiles, at Fondazione Dries Van Noten.
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OUTING: “The Mercato di Rialto, early in the morning before the city fills up. There is something about a market that has always moved me: the colours, the noise, the vendors who have been coming every day for decades. It reminds you that Venice is a living city, not a postcard.” GROCERS: “Casa del Parmigiano in San Polo and La Baita are essential grocery stops, small shops run with the kind of quiet expertise and genuine passion for their product that I find deeply satisfying.” NEIGHBOURHOODS: “Dorsoduro and San Polo. The independent bookshop Bruno, the small bakeries, the butcher [Macelleria] Fiore. That is where you feel the real texture of daily Venetian life, and I never tire of walking through it slowly and without a map.” RESTAURANT: Wildner, near Piazza San Marco, for lunch or dinner. “It has a terrace on the waterfront, so the lagoon feels very close and very present. The food is honest, and the view does something to your sense of time.” FO UR SEA SO NS
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OR YEARS, THE STORY OF VENICE was one of decline. The population was shrinking. Grand palazzi sat empty. Locals lamented that the city had become overrun by day-trippers and cruise ship passengers who came, shopped, ate, and left. Critics predicted that Venice would soon be nothing more than a shrine to its own past. How wrong they were. Today, Venice is one of Europe’s most vibrant cultural capitals. Designers and collectors are restoring palazzi and opening galleries and foundations. Artisans are finding new patrons. Venice’s events calendar has become richer and more robust with the addition of such standouts as Venice Glass Week, which this year runs September 12 to 20. (See below on this page and in the following pages our curated guide of insider favourites handpicked by Venice’s new wave of cultural stewards.) And now the legendary Danieli—reopening as Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel—has been revitalized for a new generation of travellers. Under the direction of the renowned French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, the hotel’s landmark neo-Gothic lobby in the 14th-century Palazzo
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Dandolo has been carefully conserved, while Terrazza Danieli, the famous rooftop restaurant with sweeping views across the lagoon, has been refreshed in a luminous palette of sky blue, ivory, and gold. A ground-floor spa and swimming pool—the only hotel pool in Venice proper—will open late this year in the adjacent Casanova building, adding a contemporary amenity without compromising the property’s rich character. “Venice has a historical ambience all on its own,” says Christian Zandonella, the hotel’s general manager. “But we can live and experience that history in a modern way.” For more than a thousand years, Venice was one of Europe’s great powers— an independent maritime republic ruled by elected doges whose merchant fleets dominated trade from the Adriatic to the eastern Mediterranean. That remarkable run ended abruptly in 1797, when Napoleon Bonaparte toppled the Republic of Venice, abolishing a sovereign state that had endured for generations and sending its last doge into exile. After periods of French and Austrian rule, Venice became part of a unified Italy in 1866, but its fortunes continued to fade. “Venice was poor until 1945,” says Toto Bergamo Rossi, director of the cultural-preservation foundation Venetian Heritage. At the end of World War II, America’s Marshall Plan fueled an “economic miracle” in Italy and helped restore prosperity to the city for a time. Yet even during lean years, Venice retained its magnetic pull. A place of Gothic palaces and Renaissance churches sitting atop countless wooden pilings anchored in the lagoon floor, it is, as the author Jan Morris observed, “not only the most beautiful city ever built by man, but the most improbable.” Writers and painters including John Ruskin, Henry James, John Singer Sargent, Claude Monet, and Marcel Proust came seeking inspiration amid its faded grandeur, turning the city into one of Europe’s great artistic refuges. As James wrote, Venice “is always interesting and almost always sad; but she has a thousand occasional graces and is always liable to happy accidents.”
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OUTLYING ISLAND: Sant’Erasmo, the lagoon’s second-largest island. Called the vegetable garden of Venice, it is a tranquil, sparsely populated retreat known for its vineyards, orchards, and vegetables, especially the prized violet artichoke. “I go there for a swim when it’s hot; the water is very shallow and flat, and everyone floats on the surface. Then I have lunch or dinner at Al Bacan, a charming fish restaurant overlooking the lagoon. It’s a lovely little island.” RESTAURANT: Vini da Arturo, a tiny trattoria near Piazza San Marco. “That Venetian double-breaded pork chop—it’s so massive, you can share it. They make a gorgonzola pasta that is the best on the planet. And they are such nice people.” MUSEUM: The Olivetti Showroom, a mid-century modern gem designed by Carlo Scarpa, tucked under the arches of Piazza San Marco. “Scarpa’s ability to use wood, bronze, and brass, his door mechanisms— everything is extraordinary. And that Olivetti typewriter [the Lettera 22 portable, designed by Marcello Nizzoli in 1950]—it was the equivalent of the iPhone. It performed, and it was just so beautiful.”
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OUTLYING ISLAND: “The Lido, with that beautiful beach that is in Thomas Mann’s book Death in Venice. I remember when director Luchino Visconti was shooting the film adaptation of the book there in 1971. My best friend, Marisa Berenson, was in the film, and I went to visit her during filming, so I was very much present in Venice then. Those beaches—so long, flat, and wild. Magical.” SHOP: Jesurum Venezia 1870, a 156-year-old linen shop near Piazza San Marco. “I did my dowry in Venice when I married Egon von Furstenberg in 1969. Jesurum is where I ordered my sheets. It’s still there. A very Venetian place.” BOOK ABOUT VENICE: Venice: A New History by Thomas F. Madden, director of the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Saint Louis University in Missouri. “There are so many books on Venice, but this is a great one. It’s a biography of Venice.” NO. 7 | 2 0 2 6
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Servane Giol Author, Venice: A Private Invitation
RESTAURANT: Trattoria alla Madonna, near the Rialto Bridge, managed by the same family since 1954 and known for its spaghetti al nero di seppia—spaghetti with cuttlefish cooked in its own ink, which creates the glossy black sauce. “If I have to go out, that’s where I go. Such a wonderful, local historical place.” COFFEE SPOT: Moro Café, at the steps of the Accademia Bridge in Venice. “It’s on a little garden, so it’s fresh in the summer. I love to sit in the shade of the trees there.” GARDEN: Orto Giardino del Santissimo Redentore, a 16th-century monastic garden on Giudecca Island. “It’s so peaceful and magical.” Originally laid out by the Capuchin friars and recently restored by Paolo Pejrone, it is two and a half acres of vegetable plots, orchards, medicinal herbs, vineyards, and cloisters for quiet reflection. PLACE FOR DRINKS: “Aperitivo is probably the most important time of the day of a Venetian. My favourite place is [Cantine del Vino già] Shiavi, where we usually have prosecco.”
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RESTAURANT: Do Farai, a classic trattoria in Dorsoduro, which Brandolini took over with Guillaume Pinaut earlier this year. “It offers simple yet extremely detail-oriented dishes that reflect the culinary taste of my family, in a homey, relaxed atmosphere. And it has great wines.” MUSEUM: Museo Storico Navale di Venezia, a naval museum in a 15th-century building near Arsenale. “It gives you culture about the maritime world of Venice.” ART GALLERY: Giorgio Mastinu, near the public square Campo Santo Stefano. “A small gallery that is a good place to find unique collectibles.” FO UR SEA SO NS
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The founding of the Venice International Film Festival in 1932 heralded another creative wave, drawing movie stars to the outlying Lido island. Meanwhile, after settling in Venice in the late 1940s, American heiress Peggy Guggenheim helped transform the city into an international centre for modern art. But during the globalization boom of the 1980s and 1990s, Venice entered another period of decline. Traditional industries, including glassmaking, boatbuilding, and lacemaking, succumbed to lower-cost production offshore. As jobs disappeared, so did residents: The population of the historic core fell from around 175,000 after World War II to under 70,000 by the millennium. “Venice was shabby,” says Servane Giol, a French-born Venetian and the author of Venice: A Private Invitation (Flammarion). “The palazzi were very dark. Horrible.” That trajectory changed in 1999 when the Venice Biennale permanently expanded beyond its historic Giardini pavilions into the Arsenale, the city’s former shipbuilding complex. Soon after, exhibitors began staging shows in palazzi, churches, and other historic buildings, making Venice an integral part of the Biennale, rather than merely its location. Today, the momentum is everywhere. The film festival is challenging the dominance of Cannes as a preferred launchpad for film-awards seasons. The city’s food scene has welcomed a wave of chef-driven restaurants, such as Michelin-starred Ristorante Wistèria and Al Covino, a bistro with just seven tables. Art foundations continue to open, including the Anish Kapoor Foundation in Palazzo Manfrin in Cannaregio and Fondazione Dries Van Noten, a centre for craftsmanship and contemporary creative practice, founded by its namesake, the legendary Belgian fashion designer, in the 15th-century Palazzo Pisani Moretta on the Grand Canal. Under Bergamo Rossi’s leadership, Venetian Heritage has restored Palazzo Grimani, where annual visitors have increased from roughly 9,000 in 2018 to 90,000 today, and is in the midst of overseeing the refurbishment of the Ca’ d’Oro, the Venetian Gothic palazzo on the Grand Canal that is
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the home to one of the city’s finest collections of Renaissance art. Homo Faber—the biennial celebration of contemporary craft created by the Geneva-based Michelangelo Foundation for Creativity and Craftsmanship and staged on San Giorgio Maggiore—runs September 1 to 30. Among the hundreds of artisanal gems on view is the work of Laguna~B, the Murano glassmaker run by Marcantonio Brandolini, a descendant of one of Venice’s oldest families. “Now, people come here for culture,” Bergamo Rossi says. And not just to visit. Entrepreneurs, designers, artists, and philanthropists are moving to Venice, opening or reviving local businesses and helping return the city to year-round life. Though the population has dropped to about 50,000, many of the newcomers, like fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg, are deeply engaged in the life of the city. Von Furstenberg now spends more than half the year in Venice and hosts the annual DVF Awards for extraordinary women leaders in late summer. Five years ago, the American entrepreneur Stuart Parr purchased Piedàterre, the venerable maker of the city’s signature cotton velvet furlane slippers. Parr moved production to Italy and began collaborating with historic Venetian textile houses, including Rubelli and Tessitura Luigi Bevilacqua. Today he lives on the Grand Canal. “People always ask me how long I’m going to stay here,” he says. “I don’t know a better option.” Venice still faces challenges. Tourism is a delicate balancing act. Preserving a city built on seawater will never be simple or inexpensive. Perhaps that has always been Venice’s story—not stasis, but adaptation. “I don’t believe in a renaissance,” Brandolini says. “Venice has always been in movement.” And, as history suggests, it always will be. n
Branzino tartare with mixed greens at Bistrot Quadrino. Opposite: Rooftop dining at Restaurant Terrazza Danieli.
QUADRINO: COURTESY OF THE ALAJMO GROUP; BERGAMO ROSSI: ALESSANDRO TREVISAN
Toto Bergamo Rossi Director, Venetian Heritage
CHURCH: “Santi Giovanni e Paolo, the basilica near the hospital, has the entire history of the Republic of Venice, with monuments and all the tombs of the doges. And it’s always empty.” RESTAURANT: Bistrot Quadrino, at Gran Caffé Quadri. “They have a fancy restaurant upstairs, but I prefer the grill room on the ground floor. The quality of food is very good, and you are on San Marco Square. I go once a week.” OUTLYING ISLANDS: San Giorgio Island. “There’s Le Stanze della Fotografia, a big pavilion with exhibitions dedicated to photography, and Le Stanze del Vetro, a gallery where they do all the glass exhibitions. Bellissimo. You have the Fondazione Giorgio Cini . . . and the cluster of Palladio buildings. And you still have the Basilica di San Giorgio Maggiore, with the Benedictine monks inside.” Bergamo Rossi also recommends visiting Pellestrina, a nearly seven-mile-long spit next to the Lido. “It’s still like countryside in the 1950s. There’s a nature reserve called Ca’ Roman, with dunes, a wild beach, and migratory birds. And one restaurant, called Da Nane, with spaghetti alla vongole—the real one—and granseola alla Veneziana, which is spider crab served cold with olive oil, lemon, and parsley. To die for.” SHOP: Missiaglia 1846 Venezia, in Dorsoduro, near the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Accademia, by appointment only. It’s now run by sisters Caterina and Marta Croze. “When you have an important wedding or an important event in Venice, you give Missiaglia silver. They have all the shapes: tomatoes, peppers, pomegranate. Divini, divini, divini, and so chic.” NO. 7 | 2 0 2 6
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A NEW GENERATION OF JAPANESE DESIGNERS IS BUILDING ON A LEGACY OF INNOVATION, CRAFTSMANSHIP, AND UNCONVENTIONAL PROPORTION—GIVING TRAVELLERS FRESH REASONS TO EXPLORE THE CAPITAL CITY’S SINGULAR STYLE SCENE.
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The Soshiotsuki fall 2026 collection was shown in Florence, Italy, in January.
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a bustling Ginza department store called Hankyu Men’s, less than 24 hours after stepping off a flight from Los Angeles, I stumbled upon the future of Japanese fashion. The establishment—seven stories tall—is full of vintage clothes, international labels, and some of the most exciting names in Japanese design. On the store’s fifth floor, that future is represented by Shinya Kozuka, who launched Shinyakozuka just over a decade ago. Lately, the brand is starting to blossom in a big way, thanks to a standout debut showing at Milan Fashion Week in June, plus buzzy collaborations with Converse and Dickies. Kozuka is part of a wave of inventive designers, including Ryota Iwai of Auralee and Kazuma Shigematsu of A.Presse, who are shaping the next generation of fashion in Japan. Together, they are reason enough to book a flight and experience Tokyo’s style scene firsthand. Kozuka’s work feels particularly aligned with Tokyo’s vibrant youth culture. “Spending time with younger generations, I sense that many are beginning to feel exhausted by this constant speed. When I think about what they are searching for to ease that fatigue, I believe the answer is culture,” Kozuka tells Four Seasons magazine. “Fashion is simply one part of that broader cultural landscape. People are no longer connecting only with clothes, but also with the ideas, values, and attitudes behind them.” Take a stroll through Harajuku, Tokyo’s streetwear epicentre, and the proof is evident. You’ll see countless twentysomething locals dressed in this brand’s image (if not actually in its clothes). Fast fashion is out, and pieces that are stylish, comfortable, and, above all else, considered are in. Shinyakozuka embodies this sensibility. Like many designers around the world today, Kozuka places an emphasis on sustainability, incorporating reclaimed fabrics and textiles into his collections. He brings a distinctive
sensitivity to proportion and the way fabric moves on the body. Among the standouts in his atelier—a nondescript walk-up near Shibuya Crossing—are an oversize sleeveless tee in ultralight ventilated cotton and pleated shorts that nearly reach the ankle. “Japanese designers have a unique perspective on menswear,” Japanese American stylist Chloe Takayanagi explains. “Every detail they add is intentional and has thought put into it, and they’re not afraid to play around with proportions.” Takayanagi points out that Japanese designers rarely rely on branding to get attention. “Most of their garments are logo-free, which I think makes them more wearable,” she says. PAST AND PRESENT This balance of restraint and innovation in Japanese fashion echoes Tokyo itself. Like the city—with its mix of winding train tracks and postwar brutalist complexes that share space with centuries-old shrines—the modern menswear scene exists with one foot rooted in tradition and the other stepping into the future. That ethos did not emerge overnight. It was shaped by three of the biggest names to come out of Japanese fashion in the past 50-odd years: Comme des Garçons’ Rei Kawakubo, Issey Miyake, and Yohji Yamamoto. Their groundbreaking creations reimagined the relationship between body and garment, transforming elements such as drape, proportion, and silhouette into artistic expressions. Often identifiable in this approach is ma—the Japanese concept of the space in between—which can be seen in everything from traditional architecture to fashion. “I learned about the space between the body and the fabric from the traditional kimono,” Miyake once observed. “Not the style, but the space.” At Hankyu Men’s—a quick drive from Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo
Top row, from left: A look from the Shinyakozuka fall 2026 collection; CFCL jackets, shirt, and shorts; Auralee spring 2027. Middle row, from left: Issey Miyake Homme Plissé apron-style vest; A.Presse collection, available at Maxfield in Los Angeles; Auralee silk-twill bomber jacket, available through Mr. Porter. Bottom row, from left: Kyosuke Kunimoto suit, available at Maxfield in Los Angeles; Yoko Sakamoto look; Visvim bandana-print cotton-voile shirt and Social Sculpture wide-leg jeans, available through Mr. Porter.
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THE FUTURE IS HERE So much of Japanese fashion has for decades been dominated by those three iconic designers whose legacies live on, but the style world is always looking ahead. With a new generation on the rise, there’s a growing list of names that should be consulted by those looking for the best of what’s now and next. These brands offer a fresh vision of what Japanese menswear can be. If Shinyakozuka taps into the vibrant youth culture of Harajuku, Auralee and A.Presse speak to the vibe of the quieter (but still hip) Shimokitazawa neighbourhood. The darlings of the menswear world in recent years, they’re less concerned with showing you something you’ve never seen before than with showing you the best possible version of something familiar: a dress shirt, a leather jacket, a pair of pleated trousers. Auralee is the brainchild of Kobe-born Ryota Iwai. The brand has become renowned for its obsessive focus on custom textiles and for ever-so-slightly relaxed silhouettes that are designed to not go out of style. “That’s my mission— that I absolutely have to make something good,” Iwai told Vogue earlier this year. The Auralee flagship store is in Tokyo’s Aoyama neighbourhood, near the famed Nezu Museum. A.Presse, founded by Kazuma Shigematsu, similarly draws on simplicity, elevating classic items while leaning into traditional Americana and workwear influences. A.Presse’s textiles (except for leather) are sourced in Japan, an approach that supports domestic craftsmanship from the earliest stages of garment creation. Finding A.Presse can be tricky—it’s currently available at fewer than 30 retailers worldwide—so if you’re intrigued by the brand’s Spanishleather trucker jackets and washed-silk bombers, you’d do well to head to the flagship store in Tokyo’s Jingūmae neighbourhood in Shibuya. Be warned: Stock often sells out the day it hits the shelf. For a looser, relaxed approach to suiting, look to designer Soshi Otsuki’s eponymous brand Soshiotsuki. His lookbooks evoke 1980s Tokyo channeling Giorgio Armani, all slouchy jackets with shoulder pads and wide-legged trousers that subvert the traditional salaryman’s suit. You can find his pieces at the brand’s limited Tokyo stockists, including LHP Harajuku or O in Daikanyama, but be forewarned, they tend to go quickly. “I don’t really think about tailoring as office wear,” Otsuki tells Four Seasons. “By shifting the silhouette or combining familiar elements in unexpected ways, a suit can feel
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at Otemachi and Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi—it’s worth lingering over how the brands of Miyake and Yamamoto continue to spotlight their founders’ singular visions. Miyake’s Homme Plissé line showcases his signature wafer-thin, sculptural pleating—garments engineered for drape and fluid movement. A couple of floors down, you’ll find the latest collection by Yamamoto, an artist who paints more or less in black, with clothing that experiments with contrasting proportions and unconventional closures and whose influences range from anime and heavy metal to conceptual art and alternative culture.
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contemporary and expressive while still respecting its history.” The label Ssstein does with European luxury what other Japanese brands do with Americana, filtering classic tailoring through an ultraprecise lens. Take Ssstein’s immaculate, oversize double-breasted trench coats: They’re proof that you don’t need to head to France to dress like a Parisian; just go to Barneys in Ginza. Meanwhile, Comoli elevates Scandinavian minimalism better than just about anyone. Keijiro Komori’s cult label has remained quietly under the radar since launching in 2011—he didn’t even create an Instagram account until recently—but insiders swear by it. Seek out Tokyo stores such as Beams and Maidens Shop for Komori’s blacked-out essentials, like perfect work trousers and matching zip-up mechanic jackets. The list is practically endless. Trying to name every great Japanese menswear designer working today—additional standouts include Kyosuke Kunimoto (for precisely tailored suiting) and Yoko Sakamoto (for distinctive essentials in natural-dyed textiles)—is like trying to cap the number of steps you take while exploring the city. And those who are obsessed with the vintage look but aren’t ready to root through the infinite secondhand racks of Shimokitazawa should keep an eye out for Visvim. Founder Hiroki Nakamura, who has dubbed the brand’s aesthetic “future vintage,” draws inspiration from the past of Americana and workwear (Levi’s 501s, trucker jackets, collegiate zip-up hoodies), re-creating clothes with a luxurious attention to craft, textile, and detail. Japan’s reverence for heritage craftsmanship is also why the country has become an epicentre for hyper-specialized labels. Founded just over two
decades ago, Orslow makes some of the best selvedge denim in the world, while Pagong—a Kyoto-based brand with a store at Tokyo’s Narita airport— offers a luxury take on classic silk aloha shirts. (At Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, the staff at the sushi restaurant KOMO wear shirts by Pagong.) And Matsuda, a Japanese eyewear house founded in 1989, is influenced by old-school yakuza style and Italian gangster movies. Each essentially focuses on one craft, pushing it to the highest expression. For Yusuke Takahashi, designer of the Tokyo-based brand CFCL (Clothing for Contemporary Life), this single-minded focus is rooted in Japan’s historic Mingei movement, which emerged in the 1920s with a reverence for the functional beauty of everyday objects crafted by local artisans. Takahashi—a former menswear director for Issey Miyake—applies this approach to minimalist knitwear and suits, using sustainable materials like recycled polyester. His clothing (available at the brand’s six stores in Tokyo) channels the Mingei principle of Yo-no-bi, “the idea that beauty comes from the essential,” Takahashi explains. “It’s the beauty of everyday things. So, this is a key word in [my work] . . . that comes from the philosophy of the Japanese traditional design context.” This legacy explains why designers throughout Tokyo often ask themselves what the point is in bringing something to life if it’s not going to be done well. Throughout Japan, there’s a standard of excellence that is evident across disciplines, not only in fashion but also in areas from fine dining to interior design and even to convenience-store sandwiches. For Tokyo’s new vanguard, fashion isn’t about grand spectacle—it’s about elevating the essential to the level of something exquisite. n
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The newly renovated SÉZANNE Suite at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi.
The Art of Contrast
André Fu’s renovation of Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi reflects the evolving energy of the city while preserving the property’s intimate sense of escape. The acclaimed Hong Kong–based interior architect André Fu first visited Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi as a university student. “It was quite a radical departure from the typical grand hotels of Asia,” he recalls. Opened in 2002, the pioneering hotel brought to the city a sleek, modern property with just 57 rooms wrapped in quiet luxury. With no grandiose lobby or imposing public spaces, it was a place of discretion and privacy. Even its location, on several floors of a glass-panelled office building next to Tokyo Station, turned heads. It was almost hidden, an intimate sanctuary in an unlikely setting where serenity contrasted with views of bullet trains speeding by below. Fast-forward to today and the Tokyo Station neighbourhood has seen a major transformation, evolving from primarily a transport hub into a dynamic shopping, dining, and entertainment destination. Alongside this growth, the hotel has entered a new era, with a fresh mix of style and energy that mirrors the atmosphere of the Japanese capital. In his recent renovation of the hotel’s arrival lobby, rooms, and suites, Fu offers a modern interpretation of an elegant Nihon no Teitaku—a modern Japanese mansion—while also deftly capturing Tokyo’s dichotomies: its big-city pulse and tranquil gardens, its gleaming skyscrapers and ancient shrines. “We’ve used an unconventional, playful colour palette of copper and teal green and created a combination of the rectilinear and the curvilinear,” says Fu, who previously designed the hotel’s award-winning restaurant SÉZANNE. “In the carpets, we’ve juxtaposed the gridwork of the railway lines and surrounding skyscrapers with soft furniture silhouettes inspired by nature.” It all combines to create what he describes as a very private, very personal escape that gives guests a subconscious connection to the city outside. “For me, that mix is what Tokyo is all about,” Fu says. “There’s urbanity, and there’s nature.” —Nicola Chilton NO. 7 | 2 0 2 6
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proportions, Jean-Michel Gathy has pioneered the look and feel of the modern ultra-luxury resort. “After 40 years of designing hotels, I know that customer well—what they like, what they don’t like, and what they aspire to,” he says. “The most important element to me always is comfort.” The Belgian-born, Kuala Lumpur–based architect has completed two projects for Four Seasons through his firm Denniston: Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi (awarded three Michelin Keys in 2025), a sleek, art-filled retreat built into a 39-story tower’s top six floors, with views to Mount Fuji; and Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, a modern architectural statement surrounded by gardens, ponds, and waterfalls that was No. 2 on the list of the World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025. What’s next for Gathy? He has three more Four Seasons collaborations underway: a Shanghai property set in the city’s former French Concession; a resort-style retreat in China’s historic city Xi’an; and a beach resort in the Ras al-Khaimah emirate of the United Arab Emirates. He fills his projects with art, often of his own conception, and knows how to turn up the volume. But in guest rooms, for instance, soothing décor—soft textures like linen and leather, furnishings that whisper rather than shout—reflects his affinity for understated luxury. “I’m more casual chic than tuxedo polish,” he says. Here, Gathy shares a few of the details and inspirations that inform his signature aesthetic. GEOFFREY BAWA The Sri Lankan architect—whose work drew upon village layouts and who blended modernist principles with local materials, climate, and indigenous culture—was an early influence. “He was the master of tropical resort design,” says Gathy, who especially admires Bawa’s architecture based on freestanding pavilions. LORO PIANA Gathy’s personal wardrobe—everything from jackets and jeans to belts and shirts—is from the Italian luxury brand. “I am sick for cashmere and love their sweaters,” he says. “I have over 75 of them in every colour, but I especially like shades of blue. I take three or four of them every time I travel, even if it’s to a warm place.” WATER For the architect, a hotel is not complete without water features mirroring the sky by day and reflecting the room’s lighting and mirrors by night. At Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi, Gathy built a reflecting pond into the 39th-floor lobby. Guests stepping off the elevator meet it before they reach the windows and experience the hotel’s skyline view. THAI SILK Gathy employed Thai raw silk in the guest rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, using it on everything from wall coverings to seating and sofas. One source was Bangkok’s famed Jim Thompson Fabrics. The hotel’s palette was drawn from the Thai national flag, marine blue, red, and white, as well as from such native orchid hues as purple, yellow, orange, and crimson. SCULPTURE Gathy conceives artworks for every hotel project and finds local artisans to produce them. For Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, he collaborated with Pongsatat Uaiklang, known as Khun Dong, of Dong Sculpture, on a series of massive sculptures. These include a pair of Thai cabinet sculptures flanking the entrance, a bas-relief in the arrival courtyard depicting white elephants, and an installation inspired by the water hyacinths that line the nearby Chao Phraya River. MALAYSIA The Belgian-born Gathy moved to Kuala Lumpur in 1992 and has lived there ever since. “The country is very, very hospitable,” he says. “It’s unique because of the [people] that live here—the Malay, Chinese, and Indian [communities]. People are exceptionally friendly. The landscape is also gorgeous, and there are beautiful beaches. My favourite is Datai in Langkawi.”
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The stylish architect behind the reimagined Surf Club opens up about his creative universe and his next Four Seasons project, in Gstaad.
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dramatic lighting, from his Belle Epoque–inspired interiors for the Parisian hot spot Le Grand Café to his design of boutiques for Balmain and Givenchy. That same sensibility informs the French architect and interior designer’s work for Four Seasons. Over more than a decade, Joseph Dirand Architecture has renovated a pair of properties with little in common: a 1930s beach club in greater Miami and a Swiss mountain retreat in Gstaad. This is by design. “I love that maximum contrast,” Dirand says. “There is a sense of discovery, and a feeling that I’m not repeating myself.” He looks for hotels that feel rooted to their location, where he can let culture and history shape the architecture and design. That approach defines his best-known work for the brand, Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, in Surfside, Florida, where his Art Deco–meets–mid-century interiors, completed in 2017, perform a high-wire design act, bridging the Mediterranean Revival architecture of the historic clubhouse with the crisp form of Richard Meier’s contemporary tower in glass, concrete, and steel. He has since designed interiors for Four Seasons Seaway at The Surf Club, his first residential project, and a beach villa at The Surf Club. Next year, Dirand’s interiors for a Swiss ski enclave’s grande dame, originally opened in 1910, will make their debut. The Park Gstaad, A Four Seasons Hotel, will offer 75 guest rooms and suites; a collection of sophisticated, chalet-inspired Private Residences; indoor and outdoor pools; and a Clinique La Prairie spa. Dirand recounts in the following passages some of the influences and elements that coalesce into his signature style. ADDISON MIZNER Before designing The Surf Club interiors, Dirand toured Mediterranean Revival structures in Boca Raton and Palm Beach, Florida, including houses by Mizner, one of the era’s leading architects. Studying them helped shape Dirand’s goal: translating that period’s glamour so that it feels up-to-date. “I wanted to take that inspiration and turn it into something that would appeal to a younger crowd—playful and sexy.” TERRA-COTTA TILE For The Surf Club’s public spaces, Dirand had the property’s 1930s terra-cotta tile reproduced, sourcing it from the Italian company Antica Fornace Carraro. “They are still doing it the same way they used to, everything by hand and dried in the sun,” he says. “The charm is in the imperfections. That kind of craftmanship is a big part of what I do.” ATELIERS SAINT-JACQUES & FONDERIE DE COUBERTIN Dirand enlisted the French workshop—whose projects have included the restoration of the original gilded royal gate at Versailles—to produce The Surf Club’s Champagne Bar, which is made from lava stone with a fluted surface in green enamel and topped with a white crackle-glazed surface resembling porcelain. “They are the absolute master of craftmanship.” SAARINEN EXECUTIVE SIDE CHAIR A fan of the 1960s classic chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, Dirand is drawn to its wooden legs and what he calls its “tropical and organic” shape. “It’s an extremely comfortable chair.” POMPEII For a current project—a house in Capri—Dirand has been collecting books on Pompeii, studying how objects from jewellery to door frames to tiles were composed and coloured. It’s part of what he describes as a “research ritual” for each new project: a “deep source hunt” for the culture and history that make a design feel true to its place. JOHN PAWSON Dirand cites the British minimalist architect—whose projects have ranged from the Design Museum in London to the bronze-and-granite Lake Crossing bridge at Kew Gardens—as a foundational influence from his student years. “The radicalism of his work was at the time something very important to me,” he says. Though still inspired by Pawson’s work, Dirand finds new visual ideas everywhere, especially during his travels. “I’m trying to be more open.” LE GRAND CAFÉ In 2025, Dirand’s design for the new restaurant inside the Grand Palais (the Beaux Arts monument near Paris’s Champs-Élysées) made its debut. His glammed-up version of a traditional French brasserie—velvet banquettes, wood paneling, and patinated mirrors together with tables surrounded by flowering plants on an outdoor colonnade—quickly became one of the city’s hottest destinations. The space, which dates to 1900, has 60-foot ceilings and massive volumes that in some other hands would have felt cavernous. Dirand made it cozy. “I always try to fill the emptiness,” he says. CHALETS “Gstaad is a ski resort, but it’s also known for sophistication,” notes Dirand. “A lot of the private chalets there are beautiful, large, and refined in the detail. There’s a classic feeling, mixed with a mountain destination, and that is something I was excited to play with at The Park Gstaad.” NO. 7 | 2 0 2 6
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GERARD EVENDEN The Foster + Partners architect behind Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island reveals how he designs in dialogue with nature, culture, and place. HOUSE OF WISDOM
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to the new campus for the Ellison Institute of Technology in Oxford, England, Gerard Evenden’s portfolio at Foster + Partners is as structurally wide-ranging as it is geographically diverse. A standout is the architectural design that Evenden, senior executive partner and head of studio, recently led for Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island. Set on a tranquil island off the western coast of Saudi Arabia, near one of the world’s largest barrier reefs, the property—which includes 31 Resort Residences and 75 three- to five-bedroom Private Residence villas with private infinity pools—has all the hallmarks of a Foster + Partners project. Foremost is the firm’s commitment to sustainability. The single-story villa accommodations are arranged around courtyards, providing shading and natural ventilation, while undulating canopies and locally sourced renewable materials add architectural interest. “The architecture—true ‘homes away from home’—calls for an integrated approach in which every element is considered, from framing views and strengthening connections with nature to the tactile quality of materials and finishes,” Evenden says. “The aim is to create an experience that expresses the essence of culture and setting.” For more on Evenden’s projects and inspirations, read on. TAKALEEL At Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island, Evenden and his team employed local materials and construction approaches. The building’s walls are made from coral limestone plaster with timber inlays—a traditional, centuries-old Hejazi masonry method known as takaleel. “The colour of the plaster reflects the hues and tones of the site,” explains Evenden. The technique is also a defining feature of the historic Al Balad district in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. CORAL Nature informs the architecture of Red Sea at Shura Island, including radiating roof structures and clusters of buildings that seem to have grown organically from the site. “Our design is inspired by the traditional architectural forms of the region and Shura Island’s extraordinary natural landscape, drawing on the diversity and composition of its coral formations.” ZAYED NATIONAL MUSEUM With projects around the globe, Foster + Partners always endeavours to connect a building to its setting and culture. For Abu Dhabi’s new national museum, Evenden and his team conceived five soaring steel towers that evoke the wings of a falcon in flight—a nod to the United Arab Emirates’ national emblem. It’s also a reference to the nation’s founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (who the museum honours), and his passion for falconry. HOUSE OF WISDOM This library and cultural centre in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates takes its name from the original House of Wisdom, a scholarly institution founded centuries ago in Baghdad as a gathering place for the exchange of ideas. Evenden and his team created a light-filled rectilinear structure with a cantilevered roof—a project conceived as a “social hub for learning,” rather than as simply a repository for books. Says Evenden, “Light is a key element of the design. In forming our design approach, we studied the local barasti architecture, which inspired the design of the screens that allow dappled light into the interior spaces.” n
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Where will your next Four Seasons journey take you? From Florida’s Gulf Coast to Istanbul’s Old City, we offer inspiration from our global portfolio.
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Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake A L IVING L ANDSCAPE.
An urban resort nestled amid willow trees, lotus ponds, courtyards, and gardens, Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake feels worlds away from the city beyond its gates. The low-rise pavilions, serene water features, exceptional dining, and direct access to one of China’s most celebrated areas create an atmosphere of uncommon peace and beauty.
MORNING MAGIC Breakfast aboard a private boat at sunrise on the UNESCO-listed West Lake—the national treasure beside the hotel—makes for a memorable start to the day. IN HARMONY Tea, calligraphy, and craft experiences and workshops with local artisans are among the cultural programs designed to connect guests with the city’s traditions, history, and heritage.
SONG CHIC Long before “quiet luxury” entered the modern lexicon, the Song Dynasty perfected the art
LOCAL FLAVOUR Seasonal, local ingredients take
of understated elegance, as expressed through the
centre stage at Michelin-starred Jin Sha, where
hotel’s contemporary interpretations of that era’s
Executive Chinese Chef Wang Yong reinterprets and
sophisticated design tradition.
honours the cuisines of Jiangsu and Zhejiang.
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Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort GULF COA ST G LA MOUR , REIMAG I NE D.
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A refreshing chapter has begun on Florida’s Gulf Coast at Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort. Architecture and landscaping by Hart Howerton and interiors by Champalimaud Design imagine anew the aura of Old Naples through residential-style buildings, lush gardens, light-filled spaces, and rooms reminiscent of coastal cottages. The hardest decision of the day may be choosing between the beach, the pool, the spa, the new Tom Fazio–designed golf course, or sunset cocktails. SUITE SPOT The new bi-level Sabal Suite raises the bar for beachfront living with more than 5,000 square feet of living space, a private rooftop terrace with a pool and hot tub, a wellness room, breathtaking Gulf views in every direction, and a dedicated Four Seasons concierge. RETAIL THERAPY The on-site boutiques highlight stylish coastal living with sought-after designers, exclusive labels, and a carefully curated mix of fashion, accessories, and resort wear for both men and women. SPA DAY Set across three levels and 30,000 square feet, The Sanctuary spa blends ancient wellness traditions with cutting-edge technology, from thermal contrast therapy and rooftop lap swimming to innovative recovery treatments and personalized fitness experiences. DINNER IS SERVED HB’s and Sunset Bar offer two takes on beachfront dining with spectacular vistas and coastal flavours. The Merchant Room serves a refined, New American brasserie menu by the James Beard Award–winning chef Gavin Kaysen that highlights the best of the seasons. The soon-to-open sports gastropub The Wager is the spot to watch live SABAL SUITE
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Four Seasons Hotel Chicago HIGH ST Y LE O N THE MAGNIF IC ENT MI LE.
Perched above the city in a landmark tower on the Magnificent Mile, this sophisticated hotel pairs spectacular views of Lake Michigan with remarkably spacious rooms. The experience is further heightened by thoughtful and personalized programming, elevated wellness treatments, and the warm, polished service that has long made it a favoured retreat for visitors and locals alike.
MAIN COURSE At Adorn, the inventive culinary program features collaborations, seasonal events, and special dinners, showcasing the creativity that makes Chicago one of America’s premier food cities. MAKING MEMORIES From private yacht charters and family adventures to Dive-In Movie Nights and holiday surprises, the hotel’s distinctive activities transform a Chicago stay into something memorable.
IT’S ALL HERE The Windy City’s best and most sought-after offerings—luxury shopping, historic
WELL AND GOOD A recently renovated fitness
architecture, dazzling museums, innovative cuisine—
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personalized wellness offerings help guests recharge.
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Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet TRUE OTTOM A N OP ULE NCE .
Housed within a beautifully restored, century-old neoclassical building in Istanbul’s historic Old City, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet offers an intimate stay surrounded by significant UNESCO World Heritage Sites. With its tranquil courtyard and refined accommodations, the property feels like a privileged invitation into the city’s past. The approach clearly works: It is the only hotel in Türkiye with three Michelin Keys.
architectural details and Ottoman-inspired design
SENSORY EXPERIENCE The hotel partnered with
COURTYARD CUISINE Set in the hotel’s leafy
the Turkish perfumer Atelier Rebul on a signature
garden courtyard, Avlu is one of Istanbul’s most
scent, Whispers of Jasmine, with notes of jasmine,
enchanting dining spaces, serving contemporary
patchouli, and magnolia.
Anatolian dishes rooted in local ingredients, with
elements are in harmony with contemporary touches and amenities. Outside, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern are within walking distance. STEAM DREAM At Kurna Spa, Turkish hammam rituals offer an authentic, relaxing way to connect with the city’s culture.
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ENJOY The Sabal Suite, with private swimming pool, atop the newly opened Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort; the Ruby cocktail with vodka, grapefruit, dry vermouth, Aperol, Fever-Tree Pink Grapefruit soda, and Timut pepper served at Adorn inside Four Seasons Hotel Chicago.
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A modern classic, the Saarinen Executive Side Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll.
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EXPLORE Cabrio restaurant in Budapest (left: green asparagus with homemade ricotta, malt mayonnaise, and hazelnuts); the I.M. Pei–designed Museum of Islamic Art (above), in Doha, Qatar.
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