The Grand Hyatt Label Grand Hyatt is just one of the many offerings available under the Hyatt Group. Present across over 50 countries, the Hyatt brand boasts more than 550 hotels, resorts, and residences under 10 different labels. It can all get confusing very quickly. Therefore, I hope to regularly offer you a chance to gradually discover their […]
Press Release for Hotel Baume I present to you the press release for Hotel Baume, which has recently opened its doors and changed its name from the Jardin de l’Odéon Hotel. I found myself highly intrigued by the approach of the architects in the renovation of this hotel. For the hotel décor, they took inspiration from 6 different […]
Suite 305 by Hichan Lahlou Today I’d like to present you with the concept for Suite 305, which has been developed under the care of Hicham Lahlou. I am very grateful to Hicham Lahlou, who was gracious enough to provide some thoughtful answers to a few questions. Over the course of the centuries, France—with its rich history, […]
Jean-Philippe Nuel In conjunction with Journal des Palaces, I co-organized a round table around the theme of “Shifts in Renovations at High-End and Luxury Hotels.” Jean-Philippe Nuel, interior designer and head of the architectural agency Agence Nuel, Olivia Putman, designer and director of Studio Putman, and Max Flageollet, director of Ligne Roset Contracts, were invited to take part […]
The bar During my visit to the Plaza Athénée in 2014 after the renovation of the hotel, I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with head bartender Thierry Hernandez. He works now in another hotel in Paris. The decor of the bar of the Plaza has been redesigned, giving way to a completely different […]
Stella Cadente and Florian Claudel Under the artistic direction of Thierry Virvaire, six different architects have designed six hotel rooms to showcase the latest trends and innovations in the hotel industry (EQUIPHOTEL). Today, I present to you the work of Stella Cadente and Florian Claudel (see photo below). Ever faithful to the codes that have […]
A new concept in luxury hotels Are you eager to live out a new hotel room experience? I invite you to discover the concept of “Sleeping Around,” which corresponds to a room in a 4-star hotel, but one housed in a container for the meager cost of 200 euros. This is a portable room that conducts itself in […]
Olivier Lapidus I met Olivier Lapidus while preparations were underway for the EQUIPHOTEL Salon. Olivier is a fashion designer, an interior designer, an inventor, and a key figure in the conception of hotels. As part of the EQUIPHOTEL 2014, he will be preparing the room studio suite 302, which I encourage you to visit on […]
Today, I’d like to share with you a beautiful encounter I had in 2016. Sylvia Harrault is a well-known figure in the hotel industry. She is very involved with the AICR association and its hotel. She always has good ideas for her customers. I recommend his hotel for an excellent stay just a stone’s throw […]
The luxury hotel industry and hotel renovation project We pick up our conversation with Fanélie Gaffinel, Design Director at Accor Group. Last time she described to us the guiding principles that define Sofitel, and today Fanélie shares more about the cultural heritage and personal philosophies that inform her unique architectural vision. What first brought you to […]
‘Understated Luxury’ Interview with Josephine Leung, architect of GOCO Hospitality’s design As both a consulting and operating wellness hospitality company, we offer a true turn-key solution which allows us to pay significant attention to every detail in the design process. Working closely with a carefully selected team of design experts, we accomplish high-quality standards that differentiate […]
Four Seasons Dubai The Four Seasons brand has been lying in wait for a number of years to establish itself in Dubai. The real estate crisis in Dubai certainly has not helped the situation. The Four Seasons was originally set to open a few years ago, but the crisis placed a wrench in their plans for establishing in […]
Interview with Josephine Leung, Architect of GOCO Hospitality’s Design What characterizes your spas in terms of construction and design? How do you select materials to create your spas? How do you embody the spirit of the spa brands ? GOCO Hospitality is a wellness hospitality consulting and management company that creates luxurious spas and wellness […]
Hotel Régina I have just returned from a press trip on July 2014 at the Régina Biarritz Hotel & Spa located in Biarritz above the cliffs and beside the Golf Course, which we had the pleasure of discovering thanks to this newly revisited house that has only recently opened its doors. It is a unique privilege to be […]
Robert D’HENRY : SPA according with nature I met the architect Robert D’ Henry at the Hotel and Spa Forum organized in The George V Four Seasons Paris. It was an interesting forum where professionals from different European countries came to listen to international experts who present their knowledge and experience. What experiences do you […]
GOCO Spa Ajman, United Arab Emirates example GOCO Spa Ajman is located in Ajman Saray, a Starwood Luxury Collection Resort, and combines a collection of traditional spa services with sophisticated beauty techniques, catering to the discerning consumer who seeks quality and authenticity. The spa spans a total space of 1,200 square meters and introduces guests to a luxury […]
Interview of Rémi Lefèvre, Strategic Digital Marketing & Commercial Marketing in the Travel Industry – Intercontinental How do you select the architects who will go on to design your hotels? Who are they? How do they embody the spirit of your brand? Each project undergoes a clearly outlined process of approval. Although there are a considerable number […]
Designers at Six Senses I’m very happy to share with you each day of this week an interview of Neil Jacobs, the chief executive officer at Six Senses, about the Art of hospitality and the brand Six Senses. What is our difference in term of construction and Design ? How do we select our Designer, architect to […]
Fairmont Hotels & Resort I’ve meet Samir Nasser, Senior Vice President, Operations, Middle East, Africa & India about Fairmont & Raffles brands. What is the difference between Fairmont and Raffles ? Positioning ? Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, fall within the FRHI portfolio which aims to become […]
Le Hameau des Baux, an authentic concept In 2015, I met Eric-Jean Floureusse, founder of the Hameau des Baux concept hotel, who introduced me to the creation of his hotel. This establishment is a veritable hamlet that has been bought out in its entirety to form a single property. Located in Provence, the hamlet has […]
In luxury hospitality, design is never neutral. It structures perception, organizes emotion, and ultimately defines how guests experience a place.Behind each iconic hotel lies a fundamental question: how can architecture translate a brand into a lived experience? In this interview, Sami Nasser, Senior Vice President Operations for the Middle East, Africa & India, shares how […]
