Hotel Bienvenue, a charming new hotel located in the heart of Paris, is a delight for interior design lovers. With its geometric details, floral motifs, and lush, subdued elegance, the space is rich with special details, while being cozy, intimate and personal. The newest project by Parisian hotelier Adrien Gloaguen (of Hotel…
During my trip to Tokyo this winter, I discovered the elegant and awe-inspiring world of Norwegian Icons. Norwegian Icons is an initiative dedicated to telling the world about the best of Norwegian interior design from 1940 to 1975. And spread the word, they do: they are the leading interior design firm in…
Presenting, Night Fever 5: Hospitality Design (Frame Publishers), a book I co-wrote with Carmel McNamara, Evan Jehl and Matthew Hurst. This inspiring book unveils show-stopping hospitality interiors from across the globe, as an overview of design trends for bars, restaurants and hotels. As much of a barometer of design as its…
Room Mate Hotel Giulia, situated a few steps away from the Duomo in Milan, is designed by Spanish architect and designer, Patricia Urquiola. The newly opened hotel was inspired by the city itself, combining stunning design, Memphis-inspired furniture and gorgeous colour palettes. Inspired by Milan “Working with Room Mate is…
Keen on… books, fika and lots of interior design love. Last Friday, 18 November, we had the official launch party of Keen On Walls and my book with Gestalten, Scandinavia Dreaming at the beautiful Hoxton Hotel in Amsterdam. It was a wonderful, cozy gathering of friends (both old and new),…
Oddsson Ho(s)tel, located in a 1940s historical warehouse in Reykjavík, Iceland, is a quirky combination of industrial, Memphis and Nordic designs. Designed by Dodlur, the hotel combines industrial elements with cult-design classics. Oddsson is a breath of fresh air; a vivid and breathtaking space coloured in bright yet stylish pastels…
I celebrated my birthday weekend last month in Milan with my boyfriend M, a quiet weekend just the two of us exploring the city, visiting museums and shops (the Memphis showroom was closed though!), and eating gelato. We reserved July 24 – my birthday – for the best part of…