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Elle
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
How And Why A Stay At The Emory Has Become London's Most-Coveted Reservation
It's hard to imagine a landscape more competitive than London's hotel scene. From Belgravia's quaint addresses that boast big histories, to the legendary names that have defined what is truly brilliant hospitality and not forgetting the cool stays that line the streets of East London, there's a lot to choose from. FIND OUT MORE AT ELLE COLLECTIVE One hotel that's proving to be best in class and the new stay to covet is The Emory. Whether you're flying in to the capital or wanting to mark a special occasion with an even more special stay, this Knightsbridge hotel has all you could want and more packaged up in contemporary interiors that redefine what we think of as luxury design. Situated a stone's throw from Hyde Park Corner (and boasting heavenly views from the top floor), the hotel holds a striking space along Knightsbridge thanks to its architecture. Designed by the late Richard Rogers, the legendary architect behind Paris's Pomidou and London's Lloyds building, its 61 suites (not rooms, as each is intended to be lived in no matter how long the stay) have been designed with precision and flair by the world's leading architects and designers including Patricia Urquiola, Rigby & Rigby and Andre Fu. And yet for all its design brilliance, it is the service and facilities that make The Emory truly special and there's something to keep you there from morning to night whether you are a gym bunny, gastronome or simply in search of the best spa treatments and wellness hacks in the world. It's impossible to leave. Consider first that the A-list's favourite exercise partner Tracy Anderson has a fitness space within the hotel, where the studio is packed with bespoke equipment and kept at 35 degrees and 75% humidity to optimise workouts. Or, Surrenne. A truly best-in-class spa and wellness centre that offers exceptional treatments including signature facials through to microbiome analysis and Vo2 Max testing should you need it. All of these happen just off its swimming pool that is finished with a gold-leaf ceiling and lit with natural sunlight. Restaurants and bars are also as equally brilliant. The global superstar Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten has abc kitchens on the ground floor where seasonal dishes are created from organic, local fare with vibrancy and flavour that often defies the greying London sky outside. Kostas Sfaltos, managing director of The Emory and its neighbouring The Berkeley believes that it's the meeting of great spaces and services that makes it so special. 'The Emory is offering something completely different for guests, particularly meeting a growing demand for privacy and a highly personalised service in London and beyond,' he tells ELLE UK. Sfaltos and his team don't go so much as above and beyond as exceptional attention and service is the standard at The Emory. 'Each guest is offered a new level of tailored, personalisation with exceptional amenities and a dedicated Emory Guest Liaison on hand 24/7,' he says. 'We want to ensure The Emory helps enrich memories and experiences no matter what.' Amongst these exceptional experiences every stay will always include breakfast that can be served in your suite or in Jean-Georges' abc kitchens, an in-suite bar stocked with seasonal tipples and nibbles, complimentary membership to Surrenne for the duration of your stay, unpacking and pressing service on arrival and, most useful perhaps, use of The Emory house car. Yet, the magic of The Emory is not only reserved for guests spending the night. The crown jewel is the rooftop bar with views extending across London and makes for a great spot to take in the city's skyline whether it's on Bonfire Night or during a Buckingham Palace flyover. As Sfaltos says: 'There's no better spot to wind down after the working day.' How lucky for us then that the ELLE office is (in the grand scheme of London) just down the road. Book your stay at The Emory here. ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Freelancer
Travel Weekly
21-05-2025
- Travel Weekly
New suites and redesigned pool at Jumeirah Capri Palace
Set in the village of Anacapri and perched nearly 1,000 feet above sea level, the Jumeirah Capri Palace unveiled five new suites and a pool area designed by architect Patricia Urquiola. The new suites feature three categories: Junior Suite Anacapri View, Deluxe Suite Terrace and Suite Terrace Pool Side. The new suites, which overlook the Bay of Naples, bring the total number of accommodations to 72 rooms and suites. The hotel's pool and bar areas have been redesigned to add a Caprese garden that now frames the Bar degli Artisti pool bar, as well as a newly landscaped lounge terrace. The hotel is host to The White Museum, a private collection of contemporary works showcased throughout the common areas. Other amenities include a two-Michelin-star restaurant, L'Olivo, and the seafood eatery Il Riccio Restaurant. Jumeirah Capri Palace is also home to Zuma Capri, perched high on the hotel's rooftop with unobstructed sea views, and a-Ma-Re Capri, a seafront osteria offering Neapolitan cuisine and a pizza menu curated by Franco Pepe. The Capri Medical Spa offers a menu of customized therapies and wellness treatments. Rates for the new suites range from about $1,700 for the Junior Suite Anacapri View to $5,500 for the Deluxe Suite Terrace.
Hospitality Net
07-05-2025
- Hospitality Net
Jumeirah Capri Palace Unveils New Suites and Pool Designed by Visionary Architect Patricia Urquiola
Jumeirah Capri Palace introduces five new suites, designed by architect Patricia Urquiola, each offering views of the captivating Bay of Naples and the hotel's stylish pool. Designed to invite the island inside, each suite reflects Capri's essence and easy living. Urquiola's redesign extends beyond the suites, bringing the same sense of place to the hotel's pool and bar areas. Urquiola's design philosophy, deeply rooted in nature and cultural heritage, finds a natural expression at Jumeirah Capri Palace. Inspired by the idyllic island environment, Urquiola worked with a colour palette of warm terracotta, soft whites, and vivid blues. To mimic the gentle motion of waves against Capri's cliffs, Urquiola used undulating Cimento plaster to craft ripples in the walls and custom-designed furniture with organic curves. This harmony extends to the materials used - Palladian flooring, a tribute to Capri's architectural heritage, stretches through the lounge, while handcrafted Vietri tiles dress the plinths, the walls, floors and furniture, celebrating the region's tradition of craftsmanship. Extending her poetic vision beyond the newly unveiled suites, Patricia Urquiola has reimagined the hotel's outdoor spaces. A lush Caprese garden now frames the Bar degli Artisti, the pool bar, and the newly landscaped lounge terrace all unified by Palladian flooring and a palette inspired by sea and stone. Light dances on textured surfaces, organic forms echo the coastline, and ceramic-clad structures pay homage to local craftsmanship. With a curated blend of materials, from rattan to glazed terracotta, and custom marble furnishings that nod to Villa San Michele, the result is a timeless celebration of island life. Through this project, Jumeirah Capri Palace reaffirms a central aspect of its identity: a long-standing commitment to design, heritage and innovation through meaningful collaborations. The new suites complete and enrich a curated collection of exceptional, characterful spaces, each with their own distinct identity, further reinforcing the spirit of the destination. Hotel website
CNA
28-04-2025
- Business
- CNA
In need of a home makeover? Here are 16 home novelties from Milan Design Week 2025
Since 1961, the Salone del Mobile (international furniture fair in Milan) has been the focus of new innovations and trends as the anchor event of Milan Design Week. This year, 302,548 visitors and 2,103 exhibitions from 37 countries created a bustle at the Fiera Milano fairgrounds. The biannual Euroluce added shine to new lighting offerings. Outside at the Fuorisalone, exhibits at historic palazzos, city showrooms, galleries, and other curious nooks and crannies immersed visitors into Milan's rich urban culture, both old and new. Fashion brands continue to explore the home and furniture market with immersive showcases and desirable designs. Also, the re-issuing of modernist classics remain popular, attesting to their timelessness. Here are 16 standout pieces and collections for your next home renovation review. TREFLO TABLE FROM CASSINA The glossy, shapely appearance of Ronan Bouroullec's Treflo tables belies their heavyweight tech-based credentials. The rigid polyurethane base – made with a percentage of polyols from biological sources and used for the first time by the Italian manufacturer – stems from deep research into inventive sustainable materials. The tops are available in glossy or matte lacquer finish, as well as a special finish composed of back-lacquered undulated glass. The latter's unique surface texture evoking water ripples is the result of an extremely complex process, where glass is shaped at very high temperatures (with a longer melting time compared to traditional methods). Available at Grafunkt GRUUVELOT SOFA FROM MOROSO Patricia Urquiola's amorphous Gruuvelot sofa for Moroso seems to come alive with protrusions and extensions that drape and 'ooze' along the sofa's twisting body. As its name implies, this strange creature references the free spirit of the 1970s. Its Regos fabric is equally radical, produced using a water-based printing technique that reduces water consumption by 90 per cent and greenhouse gas emissions by 80 per cent compared to traditional processes. Designed by Urquiola for Kvadrat Febrik, the fabric with contrasting tones and irregular patterns recalls the layer of debris covering rocky surfaces called regolith. Available at Xtra The late-architect Geoffrey Bawa had conceived the Kandalama lounge chair for Heritance Kandalama hotel in Sri Lanka, which he also designed. Together with the Geoffrey Bawa Trust, furniture manufacturer Phantom Hands has reissued the curvaceous seat and several other pieces designed by the respected Sri Lankan architect. Made for his buildings designed between the mid-1960s and mid-1990s, many months of research went into adapting the materials and techniques to make them more durable, lightweight and easier to transport. For example, the Kandalama lounge chair was originally in wrought iron but is now made of aluminium. PIVOT D'HERMES SIDE TABLE FROM HERMES During Milan Design Week, Hermes presented 33 colourful pieces within a hall of suspended alabaster boxes. One of the most striking pieces is Tomas Alonso's Pivot d'Hermes side table. It has a lacquered glass base in a spectrum of colours and a tray-like Japanese cedar top that can pivot. Simple geometries become dynamic with the use of coloured glass that evokes gemstones. This is one of the trademarks of Alonso's creative sphere, where he is equally at home working with honest and cutting-edge materials. LA BELLA DURMIENTE FROM SANTA & COLE La Bella Durmiente (Sleeping Beauty) is a totemic form celebrating the expressive potential of colour, with rainbow hues exploring the contrasts between warm and cool tones. Created by Santa & Cole co-founders Gabriel Ordeig Cole and Nina Maso, it was designed in 1986 as a response to an era dominated by cold halogen light and sterile metal lamps. The original lamp championed colourful fluorescence that was considered blue and soulless. It is now re-issued in LED and printed with pigmented inks on a special paper that achieves a precise and rich finish. A transparent laminate makes it waterproof and durable. The re-edition maintains the original dimensions so new screens can be replaced on old structures. Available at W Atelier COUPE SOFA FROM MINOTTI Designed by Giampiero Tagliaferri, the Coupe sofa is a modular system inspired by the 1960s and 1970s. 'At the heart of the project lies a deep respect for the past, an homage to an era when sofas embraced the body with inclined seating, offering both aesthetic grace and unparalleled comfort,' explained Tagliaferri. The inclined seat provides ergonomic comfort, while the distinct horizontality of the padded headrest and lumber cushion elements turning neatly to form armrests to embrace the user. A curved frame in either varnished or brushed polished aluminium protects the upholstery and grounds the entire silhouette. Available at Marquis HQO KAZIMIR SHELVING FROM GLAS ITALIA Michael Anastassiades' first collection for Glas Italia, the Kazimir collection, pays homage to Kazimir Severinovich Malevich. The shelving, consoles and small tables embody the late-Russian avant-garde artist's geometric abstractism, with layered effects of transparency and opacity created by overlapping glass. Anastassiades chose to use a special 10mm toughened, double-sided, acid-etched green glass and 6+6mm laminated, double-sided, acid-etched, extra-light glass. The glass sheets, combined using UV bonding, are a case study in clarity and minimalist beauty. Available at Space Furniture QUARONA FROM LORO PIANA Dimorestudio created a cinematic experience at Loro Piana's Milan headquarters, furnishing it as a 1970s- and 1980s-inspired Milanese apartment. In a visual narrative titled La Prima Notte di Quiete, Loro Piana Interior's old and new furniture pieces mingled with vintage and artful elements within composed roomscapes. Some of Dimorestudio's new pieces is the Quarona poufs and coffee tables underscored by exquisite materiality and comfort. Wooden panels wrap around padded seats covered in the brand's cashmere Ladakh and wool and alpaca Incas, or support shelving for holding books, magazines or other household paraphernalia. DRAPE LIGHT FROM MOOOI Created by Canadian designer Jamie Wolfond for Moooi, Drape light mimics elegantly draped fabric hung over poles. The 3D-knitted polyester shade rests gently on two minimalistic glass tubes encapsulating LED lights. This gesture brought about by gravity provides effortless grace. The light is available in two sizes. It also contributes to a lower carbon footprint, as it is shipped flat packed. The lamps' simple yet familiar forms make them evocative either alone or bunched in clusters for longer or taller spaces. Available at Space Furniture NUVOLO CABINET FROM PAOLA LENTI AMDL Circle, led by architect and designer Michele De Lucchi, has created Nuvola for Paola Lenti. The limited-edition high cabinet with four doors has a unique shape evoking its namesake (Nuvola means 'cloud' in Italian). The sculptural piece made of natural ash heartwood is designed to be a striking presence in a space. Doors are hand-woven with a cord in Rope yarn, giving the furniture piece a craft aesthetic. Rope is Paola Lenti's signature fabric, devised as upholstery for outdoor seating. It uses yarn that is loom-weaved in the form of cords, which absorbs neither water nor humidity, so it dries quickly. Available at Proof Living ZETA STOOL FROM ALIAS Famed Swiss architect Mario Botta's Zeta stool features two square elements serving as the base and seat, joined by a diagonal piece secured by a comb joint at each end. Two other diagonal 'leaves' intersect the first diagonal piece, creating a Z effect. It embodies the essence of his buildings that plays with horizontal and oblique lines. 'Zeta tells a story full of memory. It is a tribute to Gerrit Rietveld, translated into an object crafted with the sensitivity of our times,' said Botta, who was inspired by the German architect and a leader of the De Stijl art movement. The seat comes in a monochrome and polychrome version, but there is also an exclusive MB Edition with two of the diagonal 'leaves' in yellow. Available at Made & Make in Singapore CLAY SCAN CARPETS FROM CC-TAPIS New York-based artist and designer Eny Lee Parker works mainly with clay. She has captured the tactile qualities of the material in her Clay Scan carpets for CC-Tapis. They are like giant clay pieces pressed, rolled, shaped and then flattered, resulting in undulating edges and raw textures. Lee Parker scanned these manipulations that were translated into carpets by artisans at the CC-Tapis Atelier in Nepal. The three Himalayan wool rugs exhibit soothing colouration – a subdued, terracotta brown and a creamy off-white – derived from clay's natural tonalities. Available at Affluency RICHARD HUTTEN FOR JAIPUR RUGS Jaipur Rugs' products are woven by artisans from over 600 villages in India, giving them a livelihood and sense of pride. For Milan Design Week, it unveiled the Playing with Tradition collection created by Dutch artist Richard Hutten, which brings a bold yet conceptual twist to the ancient art form of hand-knotted carpet weaving. For example, the Blue Box rug has three-dimensional block motifs rising from a botanical pattern layout. Both are in blue as the rug was inspired by Dutch Delft Blue's pottery designs. The Banana rug weaves into the botanical motif the yellow fruit in the humour of Charlie Chaplin's slapstick comedies while Colour Blocks juxtaposes contemporary architonic forms onto natural patterns. Available at Jaipur Rugs FRAGILE LAMPS FROM MARSET In 2023, Jaume Ramirez designed the award-winning Fragile lamp, which combines simple geometric forms emphasised by clear glass bodies. This year, he expands upon the range with a new size, as well as pendant and wall versions that play with the absence or presence of its three elements of the sphere, cone and cylinder, leading to endless options. The new versions, with their transparency, are reminiscent of chandelier and wall scones that held candles. The clear graphic lamps straddle the realm of traditional imagery and modern lines. Available at Grafunkt AFRICA CHAIR FROM TACCHINI Tacchini has re-issued the Africa chair, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1975. The iconic design celebrates the ancient craftsmanship of the cabinetmaker and revival of wood. A solid Canaletto walnut frame and a thin rectangular section combine to reveal the expressiveness of the veneer through the variation in its thickness. The backrest is the most defining element, crafted as a single piece and later divided and finished into two symmetrical parts. It is created from a delicate manual process of roughing and smoothing that reveals the different wood layers. Available at Xtra BOOMERANG DESK BY GTV Gebruder Thonet Vienna has reissued the Boomerang desk, designed by Italian design maverick Enzo Mari in 2001. Its structure comprises a curved, layered beechwood plank inspired by boomerang-shaped beams found in architecture where four solid beechwood legs splay. An extra-clear tempered glass top follows the organic shape. The effect is simple yet graceful, embodying Mari's ethos of rationality and purity. They also echo the playful and minimalist expressions captured in the late designer's The Nature Series artwork, featuring La Mela (the apple) and La Pera (the pear).
Tatler Asia
24-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Tatler Asia
7 sculptural daybeds to lounge on amid the summer heat
Tropez Daybed by Hommés Studio Photo 1 of 2 Tropez Daybed (Photo: Hommés Studio website) Photo 2 of 2 Tropez Daybed (Photo: Hommés Studio website) Evoking images of the eponymous French coastal town, Hommés Studio's luxurious daybeds are sure to stand out. Each daybed features a unique balance of geometric silhouettes and vintage patterns, from retro fern fabrics to black-and-white stripes. More from Tatler: Inside La Nuvola, Julie Boschi's seaside home shaped by time, tide and craft Contour Daybed by Haldane Above Contour Daybed by Haldane Martin (Photo: Haldane website) Haldane Martin was influenced by the thatch-roofed daybeds often found in Mauritius, with layers of cushions in organic shapes. A key feature of the daybed is the indoor-outdoor Fiji fabric, which adds dimension to the stainless steel frame. The designer was also inspired by the lush greens and creams on the West Coast, with each understated shade creating a soothing atmosphere. Mass Daybed by Lim + Lu Photo 1 of 2 Mass Daybed (Photo: Lim + Lu website) Photo 2 of 2 Mass Daybed (Photo: Lim + Lu website) For those seeking a more playful approach, Lim + Lu has the perfect daybed. With pastel tones overlaying a brass base, these daybeds are perfect to settle on at any time of the day. The pink and blue hues add lightness to any space, making it a perfect addition to any summer home. Daybed by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Above Daybed Sofabed by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset (Photo: MOHD) First released on the French market in the early 1950s, Pierre Paulin's unique Daybed retains its timeless edge. Designed to be both a small sofa and coffee table in one, this versatile piece would make a sleek addition to any interior. Paulin's belief that beauty should permeate every corner of an object is fully present. It can be seen from the solid American walnut and black lacquered feet to the solid beech seat, complemented by vivid upholstery. Garden Layers by Patricia Urquiola for Gan Above Garden Layers by Patricia Urquiola for Gan (Photo: Gan Rugs website) Patricia Urquiola created the Garden Layers daybed for Spanish textile brand Gan. She transposed her appreciation for 16th-century Indian design onto each piece in the collection, referring to the architectural style of the Mughal empire. Urquiola even travelled to India, exploring Mughal outdoor gathering spaces and designs while immersing herself in Gan's textiles. The resulting daybeds feature eye-catching patterns, upholstered in an indoor-outdoor fabric that can withstand any climate. A Timber Daybed by Chmara Rosinke Above A Timber Daybed (Photo: Chmara Rosinke website) This timber daybed sits at the intersection of Austrian and Japanese design, with rotating textile screens adding an unexpected touch to a sleek structure. The piece was originally entitled 'A Space To Think,' inviting viewers to pause and reflect amid their busy schedules. The daybed is made of timber rods over pine, fashioned after the minimalist craftsmanship often found in Japanese architecture. Meanwhile, the textile screens add a more whimsical touch to the piece as they can move in several directions. The designers were inspired by nomadic homes, which often feature movable room dividers that minimise clutter in the space. NOW READ Home tour: A charmingly renovated family home by the sea in Sussex, England The weaving revival in Cebu that's empowering women and preserving Filipino craftsmanship Home tour: A transformed 1950s French country house in Greenwich, Connecticut
