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THE WORLD’S TOP INSPIRATIONAL DESIGNERS //
ALBERTO PINTO STUDIO PARIS The historical founder of the Alberto Pinto Studio was the late Alberto Pinto, one of the biggest icons of French interior design, and is now under Linda Pinto’s management. Always refusing to conceive narrow and closed spaces, he naturally oriented himself towards “big projects”. After his passing, the Studio carried on and is still considered one of the top design studios in France.
PIERRE-YVES ROCHON PARIS Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR) was founded in Paris in 1979 to create interior design solutions for luxury hospitality and residential environments. PYR has been entrusted with iconic historic landmarks as well as cutting-edge developments around the world as a direct result of the creativity and craftsmanship they bring to every project.
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GÉRARD FAIVRE PARIS
Gerard Faivre, recognized as one of the best contemporary interior designers, created the concept Gerard Faivre Residence, luxury properties completely renovated, furnished and decorated with fully integrated hotel services. To create an original work of art, Faivre imbues himself with the soul of each property. For him, each site is both a blank canvas and a source of inspiration.
INDIA MAHDAVI PARIS
India Mahdavi was born in Tehran from an Egyptian mother and an Iranian father. After graduating from the Cooper Union and the School of Visual Arts of New York, she built her professional experience at Christian Liaigre agency. Between 1990 and 1997, she was named art director of the famous French house and finally, she decided to create her own agency in 1999.
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JACQUES GRANGE PARIS
Jacques Grange is one of the best interior designers and decorators in the world. Known for his exquisite style, characterized by a harmony between traditional and contemporary tastes, Grange is one of the very few interior designers who received classical education in the field. He decorated and designed interiors for some of the biggest and most respected personalities and tastemakers.
JEAN-LOUIS DENIOT PARIS
Jean-Louis Deniot has been in the business of creating atmospheres for quite some time. Recognized for his eclectic and emblematic interiors, Jean-Louis Deniot plays in a multiplicity of repertoires, never sticking to the purity of style. His flair for nodding to past time periods and refined colour palettes is the reason he has been booked for an endless list of impressive projects.
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SUSANNA COTS SPAIN
Susanna Cots created her interior design studio in 2001 and, since then, her international presence has been increasing. Within her interior design projects, she projects a unique complexity, sensibility and an intemporal feel to them, which results in the conception of spaces with contrasts, details and elements that balance the overall design and decoration in a unique way.
EXPRIMO BERLIN GERMANY
From
commercial
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individual
design
projects, Exprimo Berlin is engaged in several design projects. The design studio takes every inch of what the client has in mind into consideration, making sure that every piece of personality is fitted into the space. They have the ability to create the atmosphere of any room while taking close care of the details.
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FINE ROOMS DESIGN KONZEPTE GMBH GERMANY Fine Rooms specializes in the development of design concepts in architecture, interior design, product design and art. With Markus Hilzinger and Isabella Hamann as creative directors, Fine Rooms stands out for their customer relationships and project management. The creative mind of the Studio is Isabella who was able to expand her knowledge and focus on the renovation of historic villas.
GISBERT PĂ–PPLER GERMANY
Gisbert PĂśppler Architecture and Interior is a company that combines the deep knowledge of architecture, interior design and custom furnishings within a boutique studio. By bringing together a comprehensive understanding of space, colour, light and features, the team orchestrates a complete environmental experience, creating rooms with an overarching concept that unites people.
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IVY’S DESIGN GERMANY
Ivana Bukvic, known by many as an entrepreneur and an interior designer, is the one behind Ivy’s Design. Her company follows five essential keywords: community, quality, art, nature and colour. Despite having a small team, this company managed to tackle many types of challenges. Their chic and classy style is a reflection of their mindset: to be inspired and inspire.
JBW INTERIORS GERMANY
JBW Interiors is run by Juergen and Bernd Wagner, both of whom have been producing furniture and high-quality interiors in Berlin since 1988. Nowadays, the company specializes in private interiors, with a team of around 30 employees. They present sophistication and quality in both their interior and lighting projects, having the firm belief that beauty can be found in the little details.
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KITZIG INTERIOR DESIGN GERMANY Kitzig Interior Design is an outstanding interior design company with offices in Bochum, Munich, and London. The company, founded in 1998, has an interdisciplinary team that works in a holistic way to create extraordinary projects for the hospitality and catering industries, but it also creates tailormade design projects for retail.
PARIS 56 GERMANY
For over 12 years, Detlev Bรถhnke has been the owner and leader of Paris 56 Fine Interiors, an exhibition space, studio and workshop all fused into one. This top multifunctioning studio
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SEBASTIAN HERKNER GERMANY Sebastian Herkner is embarking on an evergrowing number of collaborations with international design houses and, over the course of the past decade, has received over 30 awards in recognition of his innovative yet traditional work. Herkner’s astonishing career path propelled him straight onto the radar of Maison&Objet, having been the Designer of the Year in January 2019.
ALEXANDRA FEDOROVA RUSSIA Alexandra Fedorova is a Russian architect with a timeless sense of architecture and interior design that manages to keep looking relevant even with the passing of years. Regardless of the challenge she and her team get, they never fail in conceding a unique personalized service for the variety of clients they deal with.
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DOM-A RUSSIA
Dom-A is a company composed of talented designers Maria Silver and Sergey Makushev, that are easily able to handle a variety of projects, classical, modern or eclectic. They have several ways of maintaining a simple luxury and upbringing in their interior design projects which have allowed them to obtain remarkable results in projects such as penthouses to cottages and hotels.
IULIIA SHEIPUNAS RUSSIA Iuliia Sheipunas may be a newcomer to the Moscow design scene but she’s definitely leaving her mark in the design world thanks to her strong passion for luxury design. Her style is best defined as being simple yet elegant, a quality that is conquering a lot of attention from the Russian crowds.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH PATRICIA URQUIOLA
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panish by birth but Italian by choice, Patricia Urquiola was born
Patricia Urquiola’s work has been exhibited in major art and design
in Oviedo, Spain and studied architecture in Madrid before graduating
museums, but the designer says that, even though it is a great
from the Milan Politecnico in 1989. She is one of the most coveted
honour to be displayed in a museum, her real museums are the
interior designers in the world, with her work revolving around rigour
client’s houses. “We are related to normal life, we are related to the
and emotion, innovation and mental comfort. CovetED had the
idea of production”, she says. But she also has the consciousness that
opportunity to sit down with the designer during the latest edition
designers must become more sustainable.
of Salone del Mobile. After finishing her studies in Milan, Urquiola had the privilege of being mentored by the great masters of Italian industrial design, Achille Castiglioni and Vico Magistretti, from whom she learned crucial life lessons. Even though they were two very different people, both were essential in the way they were living and doing, according to the designer. It was from Magistretti that the designer learned that “you always divide your work with others, with the company, with the artisans and the industrials”, whilst Castiglioni taught her that the fundamental element of a project is its concept. “That’s in your hand and you have to drive it until the end”, said Urquiola.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH ROSSANA ORLANDI
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ossana Orlandi is a household name in the worlds of fashion
design”, because every talent is well accepted and welcome to join our
and design. Since its opening in 2002, the Galleria Rossana Orlandi
family.” Rossana was inspired to create the ‘Guiltless Plastic’ project
has become a must-see spot in Milan for all design lovers, being
after seeing a presentation about recycling plastic. The gallery started
considered one the best platforms for avant-garde design. During this
to build a collection of beautiful pieces and decided to translate this
edition of Milan Design Week, all eyes were on the gallery thanks to
disaster into design.
the ‘Ro Plastic Prize’ and the ‘Guiltless Plastic’ project, both raising awareness to sustainability. CovetED had the pleasure of catching up with Rossana Orlandi at her gallery to learn more about these incredible initiatives. After working in the fashion world for over 20 years, Rossana Orlandi took the risk of changing her path and started a career in design. When she decided to open her gallery in 2002, she was just “buying stupid things” to fill up the space. But it all changed when she discovered Sebastian Wrong, the designer of ‘Spun Light’, produced by Flos. The gallery’s first installation had an enormous success thanks to the support of friends, design magazines and schools. “It has been super exciting since the beginning, because designers started welcoming me with an enormous passion”, says Rossana. “I call my space “the all
“I think we absolutely have to reuse and think of other ways to deal with plastic”, stated Rossana. During Milan Design Week 2019, the main attraction of the gallery was the ‘Ro Plastic Prize’, created by Rossana to inspire the design community. The prize collected over 300 applications from 50 different countries, despite its short application period. Its focus was to raise awareness about plastic reduction since, according to Rossana, “plastic is misused and abused”. This is just one more step towards Rossana’s dream of a world of conscious design.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW //
“The prize raises awareness to reduce, reuse and recycle. This is a strong message that everyone needs to follow, because we are unaware of how to reuse and reduce, and how to manage plastic.”
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH PIERO LISSONI
In 1986, Italian designer and architect Piero Lissoni established himself as a household name in the industry by founding his studio, Lissoni Associati, along with Nicoletta Canesi. His studio focuses on architecture, interior and product design, with an extensive list of hospitality projects. CovetED had the pleasure of sitting down with the designer during Salone del Mobile 2019, at Knoll’s stand, to learn more about the designer’s relationship with the incredible brand. Lissoni is a very versatile professional, with his portfolio stretching across architecture, furniture, interiors and even graphic design. According to the designer, “it’s a tradition in Milan to be versatile”. This is also a result of his education at the Politecnico di Milano, where he was taught to take on everything. The designer has a very simplistic approach to his career, living day by day. Always eager of the discovery of something new, Lissoni doesn’t disclose any new expectations for the future. “I never expect to do something. I’m very lucky but I also work a lot. You need to be a worker, that’s the secret. And you need a bit of luck”, he says.
7 LUXURY DAYS IN PORTUGAL Land of arts and unmeasured beauty, Portugal is the go-to place if you’re planning on taking some relaxed vacations. Keep reading to see how you can discover it all in seven days.
7 DAYS IN PORTUGAL //
Lisbon Lisbon airport is close to the heart of the city and the best way to arrive at the capital. You can fly with TAP in first class or with any other airline company like British Airlines or Emirates. The best way to fly comfortably around Portugal is by jet. Blue Heaven Portugal is an amazing option, it offers jets, private jets, helicopters, yachts and luxurious limousine rides throughout the country. Lisbon is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway: it’s a city with cultural diversity, passion and that will certainly conquer your heart with the most perfect mix between the old-fashioned and modern daily life. Nowadays, Lisbon is at the same level as other great European capitals, like London or Paris. There’s plenty of history on every street. Manueline art, tiles and fado are unique expressions and genuine symbols of Portuguese culture but also a contribution to World Heritage. There are 24 classifications by UNESCO in Portugal, including monuments, landscapes and intangible heritage. Lisbon is the land of arts. In Lisbon, you can find ceramics, the typical Portuguese azulejo and even Murano glass in the Emmanuel Babled showroom, located in the heart of the Portuguese capital. To enjoy Lisbon to the fullest you just need two good days. It’s enough to get to know the heart of the city, the São Jorge Castle and the traditional neighbourhoods of Alfama and Bairro Alto. The best drinks are at Cais do Sodré and we can’t forget about the food: Belém is the house of Pastéis de Belém and, for that reason only, a mandatory visit when in Lisbon. The Four Seasons Hotel Ritz is the perfect place to stay. Located in the heart of Lisbon, this amazing hotel wears the cultural heart and soul of Portugal on its sleeve. The Memmo Principe Real Hotel, a fivestar hotel, is also a great option. This last one is a boutique hotel just
food. As for Loco, it’s an organic project that values the national
outside Chiado with one of the best views of the city.
products and nature itself. It is inspired by the tradition, with
Eat at Alma, Eleven or Loco if you want to taste the best Portuguese
references to the national cuisine.
flavours. These are some of the best Michelin starred options for
Before you go South, and if you’re interested in the history of
what will be the best meals you will have. Alma Restaurant is signed
glassmaking industry in Portugal, then you should stop by Marinha
by Henrique Sá Pessoa and is a fine-dining restaurant with signature
Grande, that is just 2 hours away from Lisbon. There you can find
cuisine served in a sophisticated ambiance. Eleven is a unique
the Glass Museum that gathers collections to testify the Portuguese
restaurant that is considered one of the top addresses for gourmet
industrial, artisanal and artistic activity, from the middle of the 17th
cuisine in Lisbon, offering a concept of sophisticated Mediterranean
and 18th centuries until modern times.
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Comporta After learning more on the history of glass, we highly recommend you to make your way down to Alentejo through the Vicentina Coast. We can assure you that it will be one of the best car trips you’ll ever take. Stop at Comporta and understand why is it called “the Hamptons of Portugal”. Comporta is a dream come true. Sometimes compared to SaintTropez and now called “the Hamptons of Portugal”, Comporta is a relaxed and artistic community. It’s the chosen destination of Christian Louboutin, Jacques Grange, Farida Khelfa, the Espírito Santo family, François Dumas and Madonna. You can read about Comporta in one of the most beautiful side table books ever made from Assouline, ‘Comporta Bliss’. Stop by the Carvalhal beach and rest at the amazing Sublime Comporta, a hotel nestled on a stunning 17-acre estate, surrounded by undulating umbrella pines and cork trees, wild sand dunes, stunning rice fields and white-sand beaches. Also, don’t forget to stop by Louboutin’s favourite restaurant, O Dinis Restaurante dos Pescadores. Just outside Comporta, exactly 30 minutes away, is Melides. The home of Christian Louboutin during the Summer and its go-to place for inspiration, you too should stop by and get inspired by the region’s coastline. After a more relaxed visit to Setúbal, drive around Alentejo and discover the home of the famous Arraiolos Portuguese rugs (carpets embroidered with wool on canvas of jute or cotton, traditional of the village of Arraiolos, in Évora). Traditional and bourgeois, Évora is home for one of the best restaurants in the Alentejo, Fialho. Take a walk in the city and discover the Evoramonte Castle, built in the 14th century, the Chapel of Bones at São Francisco Church, the Roman Temple or the cathedral, which is full of blue and white 16th-century azulejos (tin-glazed tiles).
Algarve Continue the trip to the South and go to the Algarve, an authentic paradise for those who love the sea and the sun. This privileged location has the most wonderful beaches and is perfect for those who love shellfish. Stay at the astonishing Vila Vita Parc, a hotel situated in the beautiful region of Porches. The dramatic, rocky coastline and the clear aquamarine water of the Atlantic Ocean surround the resort’s Moorish-influenced architecture and glorious white sand beach. Vila Vita’s restaurant, Ocean’s, is an amazing option. With two Michelin stars, this amazing restaurant offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the perfect combination of sublime cuisine, impeccable service and an elegant atmosphere. The Vila Joya restaurant, also in the Algarve, is another great option to experience.
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Porto After sunbathing in the amazing Algarve, let’s fly up North to Porto. You can use the Blue Heaven Portugal Jets from Faro to Porto’s airport or fly through TAP on a first-class voyage. Porto is the city that makes tourists happy, being the home of Port Wine and where Christian Haas has his showroom. Once you’re in Porto, feel free to stop by the Lello Bookstore, the famous library that inspired the Harry Potter books, or go to Ribeira and admire the breathtaking views of the Douro river and the infamous coloured houses. The Invicta is full of surprises! Don’t forget to eat at the amazing Michelin starred Antiqvvm, an amazing space with a privileged view and a magistral cuisine. The Invicta city is home for various Portuguese tiles, or azulejos, as they are called in Portugal, originated from traditional and ancient art that has been made popular in both Portugal and Spain. In short, it involves a specific way of hand-painting tin-glazed ceramic tile work in the most varied hues. See this amazing art at the São Bento railway train station, Casa da Música, Ribeira Negra panel and the Porto Cathedral. Once you’re in Porto feel free to stop by the Covet Douro House, the ultimate experience of lived-design specially conceived for all design lovers worldwide. An ancient three floor waterfront mansion in Porto, located in one of the most beautiful landscapes of Europe, Douro, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This is a truly whimsical escape for exclusive clients and partners to be inspired. Immerse yourself in this experience and get ready to fall in love. Sleep with the city of Porto at your feet at the Yeatman Hotel, located
the pike and with the aid of pins and bobbins. The pique is a card,
in the centre of one of the most important European capitals of wine,
usually painted in a saffron colour to facilitate the view from the yard
just a few steps away from the famous wine cellars. The Yeatman de-
where a drawing was made by specialists.
livers a sophisticated wine and gourmet experience. In the morning,
Régua, Pinhão and São João da Pesqueira are the best cities for you
schedule a visit to the Port Wine cellars and fall in love. This wine is
to finish your tour. Douro Valley is Portugal’s answer to Germany’s
a natural and fortified wine, produced exclusively from grapes from
romantic Rhine River Valley. But unlike the Rhine, the Douro was
the Demarcated Region of the Douro, that stretches from the North
never a strategic military location. Rather than castles and stony ram-
of Portugal to the east of the city of Porto. You can also go to Foz and
parts, visitors encounter farms and sleepy villages. The only fortified
sleep and the Villa Foz Hotel and Spa, an amazing hotel designed by
thing here is... the wine. This Douro region, where Port is produced,
the amazing Portuguese interior designer Nini Andrade da Silva.
stretches along the river of the same name.
After Porto, stop by Vila do Conde to see the amazing beaches and
The best way to get to know the Douro Valley is to do it by boat,
the renda de bilros. This amazing Portuguese art is produced through
in a classic Douro river cruise, an amazing and luxurious trip from
the successive crossing or interspersed of textile yarns, executed on
Porto to Pinhão. On the way up, there are many choices of Quintas
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YACHTS WE COVET T H E M O S T I N S P I R I N G S U P E RYAC H T P R O J E C T S I N T H E W O R L D
YACHTS WE COVET //
Just like the Portuguese sailed and ventured into the unknown waters of the New World in the early 15th century, we are cruising for the best inspirations and designers of these recreational vessels. But which projects are so unique and exquisite that pierce through waves with a remarkable elegance across the seven seas? CovetED Magazine has curated a list of the most impressive and inspirational luxurious superyachts projects and designs in the world.
Covet House Yacht Inspirations Covet House offers a curated selection of contemporary design from the world’s top furniture, upholstery, lighting, and accessories brands, also offering unique tools with the clear mission of creating an environment where luxury brands and interior design professionals work together and inspire the world. Already conquering the world of residential and commercial interior designs, the brand is now venturing into deeper waters and exploring new edges of design by creating, advising and inspiring this small yet opulent niche in the interior design market.
Motor Yacht ‘A’ designed by Philippe Starck Blohm + Voss created the 390 ft (119m) luxury motor yacht ‘A’, launched in early 2008 and currently one of the largest motor yachts in the world. It features unique features, from her innovative engineering and design to the three completely ostentatious swimming pools that create currents. Modern and sophisticated design featuring an excellent use of space and wood furnishings, this structural design has many benefits, including waveless cruising. With both the exterior and interior designed by Philippe Starck, it cost around 300 million dollars, being an homage to contemporary design.
Serene designed by Espen Øino Serene can hold up to 24 guests across 15 cabins and fully ensures the luxury yacht experience, boasting a helicopter hangar, two helipads, an internal seawater swimming pool, hot and cold jacuzzi, a submarine garage and cinema. The lavish interiors were designed by Reymond Langton Design, a talented design team that has produced countless impeccable yacht designs. The imposing black exterior was designed by Espen Øino, an award winner naval architect studio based in Monaco. Serene is an absolute inspiration for its internal and external designs, providing a sense of opulence and extravagance in every square inch.
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Curated by Andrew Bolton, the Head Curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, this year’s Met Gala exhibition explores the impact of Camp on fashion, taking inspiration from Susan Sontag’s 1964 essay “Notes on ‘Camp.’”. The exhibition opened to the public on May 9, 2019 and runs until September 8, 2019.
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TRENDBOOK // WHAT IS CAMP?
Though Susan Sontag took camp mainstream in her essay, the concept originally stems from queer culture and dates back to the 17th century. Still, the art of camp remains hard to define to this day. Extravagant. Flamboyant. Subversive. Kitschy are some of the adjectives used to describe camp fashion. In the essay, Sontag defines camp as a “love of the unnatural: of artifice and exaggeration.” “The whole point of Camp is to dethrone the serious. Camp is playful, antiserious” she explained.
For Andrew Bolton, chief curator for the Costume Institute, just asking the question “What is camp?” is the point. Although usually associated with LGBT culture, the word camp describes anything that is intentionally ostentatious or excessively effeminate. “This exhibition might raise more questions than it answers: ‘Is camp gay?’, ‘Is camp political?’ and, ultimately, ‘What is camp?’,” reads a statement from The Met. “We’re experiencing a resurgence of camp not only in fashion, but in culture in general” Andrew Bolton says “Camp tends to come during times of cultural instability.” “Camp’s disruptive nature and subversion of modern aesthetic values has often been trivialized, but this exhibition reveals that it has had a profound influence on both high art and popular culture,” said Max Hollein, Director of The Met. Camp is also pretty subjective. What one person interprets as camp might not translate that way to someone else. The scholar Fabio Cleto says that ‘Camp is a question mark that won’t let its line be straightened up into an exclamation mark.’ I want people to leave thinking, ‘What is camp?’ That is the power and the poetry behind camp, constantly trying to define it.”
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THE EXHIBITION
The exhibition features colourful spaces, all in vivid shades of pink, blue and yellow. Glass windows display objects from The Met’s collection and features approximately 250 objects, including womenswear and menswear, as well as sculptures, paintings and drawings dating from the 17th century to the present.
There are two distinct parts of the “Camp: Notes on Fashion” exhibit. The first, focuses on the origins of camp from the 19th and early 20th centuries. The second shows how elements of camp -- including humour, irony and parody -- have been expressed in fashion. Pieces from designers like Balenciaga, Jean Paul Gaultier and Jeremy Scott are on display, along with notable red carpet looks like Cardi B’s oyster 2019 Grammy dress and Bjork’s swan dress she wore to the 2001 Academy Awards. “Camp: Notes on Fashion” exhibit is an exploration of how over-the-top fashion has been used as both a form of expression and escapism throughout history. It is both a way of seeing the world as an aesthetic phenomenon and a quality present in objects, people, buildings, clothes, furniture and cultural products such as movies, pop songs and novels. In the latter case, they are works that value style over content.
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CONRAD TOKYO TOKYO, JAPAN
Considered one of the most luxurious hotels in the Japanese capital, Conrad Tokyo is located in the heart of the Shimbashi business district, surrounded by skyscrapers but overlooking the soothing Tokyo Bay and the ancient Hamarikyu Gardens. Once you enter the hotel’s lobby, you are greeted by an exquisitely abstract painting by art legend Toko Shinoda. Contemporary art and design are scattered throughout the hotel, which is decorated with bold sculptures and paintings created by 23 Japanese artists. All of the 291 guestrooms, four restaurants and lounge area are designed with a beautiful interpretation of Japanese minimalism, creating a contemporary yet comfortable atmosphere. The guest rooms are located on the top eight floors of the jaw-dropping 37-storey skyscraper. They are spacious and modern, featuring a clean and neutral colour palette, along with wood and white accents. The walls contain notes of traditional Japan, such as sumi-e-style cherry blossom motifs, small birds on the panels above the bed or lantern-inspired lighting. All bedrooms have incredible views overlooking the city, thanks to their floor-to-ceiling windows. The Conrad Tokyo has four restaurants where you can indulge in exquisite Japanese, international and Asian-inspired cuisine. On the 28th floor is the Collage restaurant, offering a Japanese interpretation of modern French cooking. Next door is China Blue, where chef Albert Tse serves avant-garde Cantonese cuisine. Nearby is the minimalistic Kazahana, where staff dressed in traditional kimonos present outstanding Japanese banquets. Lastly, Cerise is your best choice for lighter meals throughout the day. Don’t forget to enjoy an amazing drink, along with amazing views, at the
HOTEL ZOO BERLIN BERLIN, GERMANY
The Hotel Zoo Berlin, once the pride of Berlin’s Kurfürstendamm, has risen again in a renovated glory and splendor. If you are planning a visit to this magnificent city, this luxurious, historic hotel is definitely the best choice for you. The hotel is located in a bustling promenade, in Berlin’s City West. The fresh face of the hotel results from the work of rewarded American designer Dayna Lee, from Powerstrip Studios. They have been rewarded for their incredible work in design and have been involved in major projects all over the world. Since details make all the difference in an interior design project like Hotel Zoo Berlin, the goal was to preserve the building’s old elements, leaving the hotel’s old charm untouched. The result was an already magnificent hotel that now has a special townhouse feeling, in which the tradition of Berlin lives, whilst carrying a mix of New York and London elegance within itself. This 1889 building has stoically survived WWII bombings. Its rebirth brings the guests magnificently restored high ceilings and the original brick and steel work revealed, yet its past glamour was never lost and was perfectly imbedded in a strong sense of modernit.
JUNGSIK
NEW YORK CITY, USA
Jungsik is a restaurant that can be best described as a perfect example
colours in many of their decoration elements gives Jungsik a timeless
of what happens when the quality of the Korean cuisine arrives in
charm that is very associated with the Korean style, only with a more
the heart of New York city. The idea was brought in by chef and
contemporary touch to it. All in all, it’s a very good example of a
proprietor of the restaurant Jung Sik Yim, who decided to open a
minimalistic decoration fitting a modern Asian style.
restaurant in New York in 2011 after the success of the establishment
Jungsik is a good example of a restaurant that definitely managed to
back in Seoul. The original establishment had the goal of presenting
change the point of view of people regarding Korean food, both for
to Koreans a whole new modern take on their traditional gastronomy
Koreans and now for New Yorkers. It’s a wonderful experience in
and that was the very same concept with which Jungsik came to the
gastronomical and presentation experiences, that comes to show that
USA. This second establishment is located at Harrington Street and
any type of tradition or culture can easily adapt to a modern scenario.
it presents New Yorkers and any visitors who happen to wander in a new twist on Korean cuisine. Inside, you will be introduced to a
Address: 2 Harrison St, New York, NY 10013
whole new set of amazing dishes which feature incredible ingredients
Website: jungsik.com/
such as black cod, caviar, duck and scallops. All of these unique Asian culinary wonders are displayed flawlessly on the white plates, sometimes with some artful and playful touches added to them. When it comes to the decor of the restaurant, Jungsik has a minimalistic yet effective presentation that you can experience entirely, regardless if you pick a Group Dining Option or opt to experience their Private Dining Room. The use of wood and warm
WORLD’S FINEST RESTAURANTS //
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GINZA ONODERA LONDON, UK
Chef Saito Ginza Onodera seems to be the perfect place to have your first
and delicious wasabi sauce. Overall, the dining experience at Ginza
Japanese cuisine experience. “Ginza Onodera offers an authentic and
Onodera was unique. The food was traditional Japanese with a
exclusive Japanese dining experience right in the heart of St James’s,
modern twist and was of the highest quality. The sleek, modern decor
London.” This is the expression you’ll find at the restaurant’s website
complemented the traditional but contemporary menu perfectly and
that better describes the concept. But we have more to say.
the staff was attentive and efficient. The atmosphere was relaxed and peaceful and is the perfect ambiance needed after the stresses and
After stepping into a stylish bar with industrial coolers displaying
strains of the day.
the wines and sake, we headed downstairs where the dining area is located. The design is modern and sleek, with marble counters, slate
Address: 15 Bury St, St. James’s, London SW1Y 6AL, United Kingdom
walls, low-hanging lamps and an uncanny spectacularism.
Website: www.ginzaonodera.uk/
We had six different kinds of dishes that felt like heaven. Between sashimi, prawn and assorted vegetable tempura, Wagyu beef and some other plates, we are not able to choose a favourite one. But we certainly have to highlight the Wagyu beef, that was perfectly buttery and tender, served with a selection of sauces and pickled vegetables