1 2 Comfort trumps flash at a New York Italian restaurant By ALIA AKKAM Photography by DONNA DOTAN PHOTOGRAPHY 1. At L’Apicio, a series of interwoven intimate zones—including large booths along the back wall and a private dining room—connotes warmth and familiarity. 1. A custom made aerodynamic white reception desk greets guests at Baystone’s spa. 2. “Unpolished” materials used throughout the space include white oak and concrete. 2. A custom made aerodynamic white reception desk greets guests at Baystone’s spa. hospitalitydesign.com May 2013 277http://www.hospitalitydesign.com