Singapore’s Hotel Mono is set in six historical shop houses in a historic Mosque Street that have undergone a modern renovation. Keeping its original elements, such as Rococo windows or characteristics airwells, the design of the hotel is clean, minimal and monochrome.
Each room is different, but the black & white colour theme links of all the interiors, alongside the metal elements that infuse the space with an industrial feel. Envisioned by a local studio Spacedge Designs, the hotel is a great traveller’s spot where heritage and the contemporary character of Singapore meet.
Thibaut Mathieu, creative director at AD magazine – the French version of Architectural Digest – recently collaborated with interior stylist Aurore Lameyre and photographer Peter Langer to give their own interpretation of this season color trends. Composed of “bubble soap” shades, sharp blues, deep green and bloody reds punctuated with velvets and metallic radiance with copper and brass. We couldn’t agree more…
Eccentrically designed with a British influence by founder and designer Kit Kemp, The Whitby is making it’s debut in Manhattan’s Upper Midtown and is the second addition of Firmdale Hotels’ New York portfolio, following the gorgeous Crosby Street Hotel in SoHo.
There are 86 individually designed bedrooms and suites, each with floor to ceiling windows, many with a private terrace and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. There is also The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, an Orangery, book-lined Drawing Room, private outdoor terrace as well as three beautifully designed private event rooms, a 130 seat state-of-the-art cinema and a fully equipped gym.
Casa Nostra Fruit Store in Barcelona puts focus on unique display. In this case, fruits are in the spotlight. The minimal interior by Miriam Barrio Studio highlights the colors and forms of food, while white tiles expose the beauty of local products.
The store is divided into two zones – one dedicated to fresh products and the other, storing pre-packed food. Visual identity of Casa Nostra is also intriguing. From sleek typography to beautifully designed shopping bags, the brand redefines the grocery shopping experience.
Churreria El Moro in Mexico City pays tribute to place’s long baking tradition. Serving the best churros and hot chocolate in Mexico, it dates back to 1935. Now, the interior got fully revamped by Cadena + Asociados – a design studio that proposed a simplified, graphic decor.
Following the black & blue color scheme, the look of the churreria is inspired by Art Deco aesthetics that once were popular in the capital. Mosaics add a refined touch to the interior, while minimal furnishings make the whole effect light and unpretentious. Photographed by Mortiz Bernoully.
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