Hotel Pulitzer Barcelona |
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona’s Eixample district hums with life, and Hotel Pulitzer Barcelona is right in the heart of it. Lázaro Rosa-Violán’s hotel interiors nod to Art Deco with warm timber, stone and plenty of greenery. Light-filled lounges, a serene courtyard and a rooftop terrace with custom tilework set the scene, while the cocktail bar wows with bold arches and moody lighting. The Greenhouse serves seasonal Mediterranean dishes and Petit Nomad offers coffee, pastries and light bites in an Italian-inspired café. Guest rooms mix sculptural furniture, colorful accents and warm tones, creating spaces that are as stylish as they are inviting.
Regent Hong Kong |
Hong Kong, China
Perched on the edge of Victoria Harbour, Regent Hong Kong feels like a world suspended between sky and sea. Designed by Chi Wing Lo, its hotel interiors are a masterclass in quiet glamour, where charcoal and cream tones, sculptural lines and tactile textures cocoon you in calm. Serene sanctuaries offer cinematic skyline views, marble-clad Oasis Bathrooms and beds that feel like clouds. From the cascading golden-glass entryway to the infinity spa pools shimmering over the harbour, every corner invites you to exhale. The city’s energy hums just beyond your window, while inside, stillness reigns supreme—a personal haven above the buzz.
Hotel Barrière Fouquet’s Paris |
Paris, France
In the heart of Paris, Hotel Barrière Fouquet’s Paris turns every stay into a scene from a modern-day royal movie. Jacques Garcia’s hotel interiors dazzle with silk and velvet drapes, mahogany woodwork and gilded accents that sparkle alongside glittering mirrors and a monumental staircase. Suites flaunt marble bathrooms, majestic headboards and subtle nods to the hotel’s storied past. For a dose of whimsy, Le Marta bar is designed like a jewelry box, with velvet panels lining each wall in a continuous pattern, creating hypnotic symmetry and a delightful confusion of the senses. Overlooking the Champs-Élysées, the hotel is a stage where Parisian elegance meets theatrical flair, a dazzling sight to behold.
Faena Miami Beach |
Miami Beach, United States
Step into a world where dreams meet reality at Faena Miami Beach. Every corner of this Art Deco-inspired wonderland feels cinematic, from retro-inspired furnishings and bespoke Italian linens to lavish textures and gilded accents. Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin masterminded the hotel design, reviving the old Saxony with a “Latino-Deco” aesthetic that blends golden-age Miami glamour with modern flair. Jeff Koons and Damien Hirst sculptures punctuate lush interiors, while freestanding tubs, marble details and vibrant color palettes create rooms that feel both indulgent and theatrical. It’s a fantasyland where all the details invite you to step into a living, breathing movie set.
L’oscar London |
London, United Kingdom
Steps from Covent Garden, L’oscar London transforms a former Baroque-style church into a playground of divine decadence. Designed by the legendary Jacques Garcia, the hotel’s interiors glow with sensual opulence—velvet and leather walls, gilded ceilings, and flickers of gold that catch the light. Original biblical terracotta panels nod to the building’s sacred past, while mirrored ceilings, jewel-toned fabrics and butterfly motifs invite a more indulgent kind of worship. The restaurant gleams like a Parisian salon inspired by Venice’s famed Caffè Florian, anchored by an illuminated onyx bar. It’s a place where reverence meets revelry, and holiness takes on its most glamorous form.
Palazzo Scanderbeg |
Rome, Italy
Just steps from the Trevi Fountain, Palazzo Scanderbeg carries centuries of history within its Renaissance walls. Dating back to the 15th century, it became the Roman residence of Prince George Castriot, known as Scanderbeg, Albania’s national hero, whose legendary deeds even inspired Vivaldi’s 1716 opera. The palace was fully refurbished in 1843, and today it blends historical charm with modern style. Wooden floors salvaged from original Venetian briccole, exposed beams and sunlit suites create spaces that feel both storied and welcoming. Wander the nearby alleys, then return to the quiet glow of Renaissance architecture, where history and contemporary comfort meet seamlessly.
The Singapore EDITION |
Singapore, Singapore
In the heart of Orchard Road, The Singapore EDITION channels Ian Schrager’s legendary flair—no surprise from the man who founded the iconic Studio 54. Inside, every space feels like a scene from a modern design film. FYSH, by chef Josh Niland, pairs jade velvet banquettes and green marble with sustainable seafood served in high style. The Lobby Bar goes bold in blush-pink velvet, complete with a marble pool table and crystal sparkle, while the Punch Room is a cocoon of Yves Klein blue and oak paneling—a tropical twist on a London club. Here, every night ends with a little bit of disco magic.
Commodore Perry Estate |
Austin, United States
Behind ivy-covered walls in Austin, Commodore Perry Estate feels like a European daydream with Texas charm. Reimagined by designer Ken Fulk, the 1920s Italianate mansion channels old-world romance through hand-painted ceilings, arched doorways and rooms dressed in vintage textiles and playful patterns. Antique furnishings meet modern whimsy, where velvet armchairs sit beneath frescoed walls and floral wallpapers flirt with sunlight spilling through French doors to manicured gardens. Outside, lush lawns and quiet courtyards invite unhurried afternoons and golden-hour gatherings.
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VP Plaza España Design |
Madrid, Spain
In the heart of Madrid, VP Plaza España Design turns a city stay into a full-on art and design adventure. It’s home to a stunning private art collection featuring over 300 original works, including “The Waterfall,” a 25-metre kinetic sculpture created exclusively for the hotel by Pere Gifre in the courtyard atrium. Inside, rooms showcase modern design with hardwood floors, velvet armchairs and pops of color. Sip cocktails on the rooftop sky bar, savor Spanish and Asian flavors at the restaurants or unwind at VP Biloba Spa. Stylish, vibrant and full of surprises, every corner invites you to play, pause and soak in the city.
Bra Hotel |
Bari, Italy
Take to Italy’s Adriatic coast and step inside Bra Hotel, a stylish boutique retreat in the heart of Bari’s Murat district. Hotel interiors blend modern elegance with cozy sophistication, from chromotherapy showers and Diptyque bath products to suites with whirlpool tubs and en-suite hammams. Just three streets from the waterfront and the old town of Bari Vecchia, rooms overlook the city’s vibrant streets below. Step into The Rooftop clad in white marble, lounge by the pool or wander the hotel’s renowned wine cellar, a treasure trove of exceptional wines and champagnes.
