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VILLA ANOUK, A real gem of the desert

Writers September 30, 2019 0

Villa Anouk is nestled alongside the forest of Douar Laaraich, overlooking Essaouira in Morocco.
It is a tranquil sanctuary with seven bedrooms and seven suites, built in the Moroccan Beldi tradition. That means it is made entirely of stone and wood with thatched wood ceilings throughout. Every element of the house is hand-built with natural materials by local artisans and masters of Moroccan craftsmanship. Each element of the interior and exterior is carefully designed to reflect the example of traditional oriental architecture. Local artists, designers and architects have joined forces to make Villa Anouk a true attraction in this small town. Luxurious bathrooms, lounge sofas adorned with countless soft cushions, carpets, unique décor and gorgeous views create a very personal environment with a dose of mysticism and a touch of oriental.

Quinta da Comporta, When nature becomes the essence of design

Writers September 28, 2019 0

Quinta da Comporta, in Portugal, is a project by architect Miguel Câncio Martins where nature is the essence of design. In one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations and one of the favourite destinations of designers, artists and entrepreneurs this amazing hotel, surrounded by unspoilt beaches, sand dunes, pines and rice fields, stands and offers visitors its various resorts, bedrooms, suites and small houses, as well as a spa. The architect invited artists such as Patrick Michel to design the apartments, Bela Silva, who created several sculptures, and George Pelletier, who was in charge of developing the handcrafted plaster luminaires. Louis Albert de Broglie, also known as the « Prince Jardinier », also participated in the project and played a decisive role in the rebirth of nature through his dedication to organic and ecological agriculture.
Photos: Manolo Yllera

Masseria Le Torri in Puglia, Between the pure white of limes and the pure white of stones

Writers September 21, 2019 0

A dazzling white flowing in the eyes, the beauty of olive oil trees, the scent of laurel and a property that really fits in this natural context. The elegance that reflects Masseria Le Torri. an eighteenth-century renovated mansion shows itself off with its unique style. Transparent and light fabrics, special chandeliers and soft sheets in combination with natural wood and stone, lime and extreme purity of shapes give the place the no time beauty of a perfect retreat for resting and relaxation.

PARILIO A Design Hotel on Paros island by INTERIOR DESIGN LABORATORIUM

Writers September 06, 2019 0

Located among the green meadows and the island reeds, next to the famous Kolympithres beach, Parilio – “the sun’s aura” – gets its name from the bright, sunlike optical illusion, often on a luminous ring or halo, caused by sunlight passing through ice crystals in the upper atmosphere. Parilio hotel architecture strives for the creation of a fundamental design reality and highlights the need for a return to the traditional principles of Cycladic architecture where studied simplicity is the protagonist.
The design is influenced by the traditional houses of Paros and inspired by the fortress – like monasteries that one encounters on the island.

Experimental Hotel on Menorca island

Writers Agustus 30, 2019 0

Surrounded by pine groves, fragrant juniper shrubs and wildflowers, the whitewashed compound has been carefully restored—including, soon, its original vegetable garden—by a team of local craftsmen under the guidance of interior designer Dorothée Meilichzon.
Airy, open spaces use rustic drystone, waxed concrete and rough-hewn local wood plank floors with accents of hand glazed terra cotta tile. Pale olive wood and natural leather are complemented by a color palate inspired by the Menorcan sky: from the pale blues and golden yellows of early morning to the vibrant rust tones of sunset at its most blazing.

New Marillia Village in Santorini, The Pilot Suites by Maria Sfyraki & Associates

Writers Agustus 25, 2019 0

Santorini. Rises like an enchanting secret. So real as well as mythical, wrapped into the seductive drama of its phehistoric volcanic creations. Maria Sfyraki & Associates designed the Pilot Suites, two set design suites, for the Marillia Village Apartments & Suites in Perivolos, Santorini thus making the first step towards a comprehensive reform of the hotel that will follow on 2020, aiming at the redefinement of the hospitality experience of its guests.

Riad Yasmine in Marrakech

Writers Agustus 06, 2019 0

Tucked away above Marrakesh’s bustling medina, Riad Yasmine is a quaint and outrageously stunning oasis. With just 8 rooms, this traditional Moroccan home boasts incredible views of the Atlas Mountains from its spacious rooftop terrace and also has one of the most photogenic plunge pools in the world.

Kivotos Santorini, Escape to your small private hideaway

Writers Agustus 05, 2019 0

Situated in Imerovigli, the hotel in fact consists of two buildings on two levels, one just above the other. Its location is ideal in so many ways. On an island bustling with visitors for many months of the year, it is definitely the quietest, most private district on the island. Designed by architect Michael Haris, features an extra romantic touch not found in other luxury accommodation on Santorini; not only all the bedrooms look out onto a spectacular view but the windows are specially curved, so whatever the time of year you stay, the last rays of day will stream directly in onto your bed!

Le Sorelle, A true Tuscan story

Writers Juli 21, 2019 0

Just finished after an intensive restoration under project management by Special Umbria, Le Sorelle is a beautiful place of timeless charm that tells a true Tuscan story. Le Sorelle is positioned in the green hills just outside Lucca on the way to the endless beaches of Viareggio. Every room is a mixture of orginal details like cotto floors and high beamed wooden ceilings combined with a soft colour palette, natural linen fabrics and handmade furniture. From every window you see the garden, olive groves, Tuscan hills and nature. The house is surrounded by an enchanted garden complete with a salt water swimming pool.

Camellas-Lloret, a dreamy Boutique Stay in the South of France

Writers Juli 20, 2019 0

French rustic living inspiration! Tucked away on a medieval hilltop village in the Languedoc, Camellas-lloret is a beautiful home/B&B owned by Annie and Colin Moore.
Dressed with wild plants, roses, jasmine and herbs growing all around the place, layers of whites on white, velvet, muted pinks, linen, rustic elements and pared back elegance, Camellas-lloret is a magical dream home.

Maison La Minervetta: A hotel in Italian Sorrento enchants with its navy-chic aesthetics

Writers Juli 18, 2019 0

Tucked on the hills of Sorrento, on the beautiful coast of Amalfi in Italy, the Boutique Hotel Maison La Minervetta, built in the 1950s and renovated in 2006, gives its own unique concept of navy aesthetics.
Each of its 12 rooms has a breathtaking view, thanks to their huge openings and a decoration which follows the navy style in its most maximalist version.
Beautiful collections of deco objects, artworks, ceramics made with traditional techniques, books and souvenirs from far-reaching destinations, create a scenery that fascinates those who love both travel and design.

The Wild Hotel by Interni, A true cycladic experience

Writers Juli 08, 2019 0

Built on a natural cliff of the Greek island of Mykonos, on a tip of the island which remains raw and pure, the new hotel The Wild is a naturally decorated refuge designed by architects Alexandros & Filippos Varveris and Sofia & Matina Karavas, who are also the owners. The secret of a memorable relaxation lies on the details. Every suite and villa in The Wild Hotel is a masterpiece of design. The floors are handmade, the bed sheets made of linen and the view from the windows simply breathtaking. Simple, raw, beautiful and wild!

Living Theros Luxury Suites on Tinos island, Greece

Writers Juni 24, 2019 0

In the village of Kardiani on Tinos island is located one of the most beautiful shelters of the Aegean. Living Theros Luxury Suites celebrates the luxury of simplicity and the splendor of Cycladic nature. In its suites, the view of the sea and the imposing landscape is breathtaking, while the white is in perfect agreement with the simplicity of the architectural lines.

Casa Talia, A boutique hotel marked by the Sicilian history

Writers Juni 09, 2019 0

Casa Talia is a redevelopment of several small independent houses that are located within the historical city center of Modica, Sicily. For the restoration of the houses by architects Vivian Haddad and Marco Giunta, great attention has been given to the choice of materials, which are natural, ecological, and, above all, typical of the Sicilian tradition: stone walls, lime plasters, cane roof, stone and polychrome tiled floors. The restoration completely respected the preexistences and the interiors has been furnished with simplicity and good taste, using pieces of furniture which tell the “Sicilianity” and their background – all rooms, with their colors and atmospheres, refer to Mediterranean places and to the different cultures that marked the Sicilian history.

Kubili House in South Africa

Writers Juni 03, 2019 0

Located within the Thornybush Game Reserve, on the banks of the largest dam within the reserve lies Kubili House – an extremely luxurious, exclusively private and boutique property. Kubili house captures the beauty and mystery of ancient Africa ruins in a dazzling, contemporary reinterpretation.

Palazzo Daniele, A 19th century italian palazzo in Puglia, Italy

Writers Mei 30, 2019 0

Minimalism meets majesty at Palazzo Daniele, a nine-suite hotel in Puglia. Set in the village of Gagliano del Capo, where the Adriatic’s rocky coastline meets the sandy beaches of the Ionian Sea, the property is the former family palazzo of Francesco Petrucci, founder of Capo d’Arte, a not-for-profit organisation promoting contemporary art in Puglia.
Reshaped by Gabriele Salini’s GS Collection and Milanese duo Ludovica and Roberto Palomba of Palomba Serafini Associati, the 19th-century pile has been turned into a host of suites and an art space. Inspired by the idea of ‘absence’, the architects have stripped back as much as possible, while restoring historical features such as ornate frescoes and mosaic flooring, to create a dramatic canvas for the palazzo’s contemporary art collection.

Dexamenes Seaside Hotel in Kourouta, Greece by k-studio.

Writers Mei 29, 2019 0

Carved from an abandoned winery set directly on Kourouta beach, Dexamenes Seaside Hotel is a palpable slice of Greek trading history wrapped up in a stunning industrial setting. A postwar winery, has been transformed into a barefoot luxury resort on one of the most unspoiled stretches of coastline in the western Peloponnese. Dexamenes Seaside Hotel is an ideal outpost for sun-seeking and exploring the regions offerings, which includes an abundance of wineries.

Arches Boutique Hotel in Santorini, Greece

Writers Mei 22, 2019 0

Plaini and Karahalios Architects renovated the Arches Boutique Hotel in Santorini, Greece. Santorini has always been a bridge of cultures, bringing together different elements and introducing new unique forms.
The building itself, situated in the center of Oia, serves as a paradigm of co-esxistance between the traditional Cycladic white forms and the array of west-influenced arches, echoing the utopian landscapes of Giorgio De Chirico’s paintings.
The interiors of the rooms are decorated with antique furniture from the late 19^th to the first half of the 20^th century.

Photos:Vaggelis Paterakis

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