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FINALIST

ANGSANA ZHUHAI PHOENIX BAY
ZHUHAI, CHINA

THE DESIGN FIRM: Kinney Chan and Associates,

Hong Kong

tecture and of beauty and function. Keep the design
close to home by hiring local ceramic artisans to
craft the authentic upturned eaves and tiles applied
to bold curves of structures such as the balconies
that take advantage of views of the South China Sea
and are also period markers.

THE MAVERICK MOVE: Bringing these elements
into the 21st. A back lit bar with strong veining
seemingly floats over the water as it glows with
a soft yellow light, mimicking a Chinese paper
lantern which are also reimagined in the laser-cut
iron lights overhanging in the lounge.

THE MAGIC: Focusing on the spirit of an ancient
Chinese poem about the Phoenix throughout the
resort, paying homage to Zhuhai, often referred to
as "the city for lovers." Two phoenixes soar above
the lobby, and gold-plated bird ornaments in
the guestrooms echo their sentiment. Expressed
intricately as well as on a larger scale, the carvings and lattice work make a strong connection to
Cantonese styling of the Tang and Song dynasties
of the 7th century and onward.

SOURCES

THE MUSE: A homecoming-to this cross section

of Lingnan culture and Portuguese colonial archi-

FINALIST

THE HIDE HOTEL FLIMS
FLIMS, SWITZERLAND

THE DESIGN FIRM: Stylt Trampoli, Gothenburg,

Sweden

S H E N Z H E N LV - F E N G P H O T O G R A P H Y;

THE MAGIC: Fitting in while standing

out. The independent property gives
the complex a more humanist touch-a
welcome departure that blends with
its surroundings and the adventures
that await.

THE MUSE: Forge a literal hidden gem inside the
raw, brutalist architecture of the Stenna Flims
experience center. The mountain resort is inspired
by the geodes of the Alps. Interiors sparkle with
jewel tones and geometric forms such as those on
the back wall of the bed, made in four shades of
wood veneer. These elements contrast with hardedged materials such as the non-treated concrete
ceiling and intricate metalwork.

THE MAVERICK MOVE: Kicking tradi-

FINALIST

THE DESIGN FIRM:  Rottet Studio, New York

MAUNDAYS BAY, ANGUILLA

THE MUSE: A family reunion at a grand estate
with heavy historical influence that maintains a
constant connection with the sea. "Cap Juluca was
designed to capture the spirit of the Caribbean as
it was when it was originally settled," says Lauren
Rottet, founder of her namesake studio. An indoor/
outdoor lobby is anchored by a dramatic brass
chandelier and balanced with a mix of vintage and
contemporary pieces, such as a European dining
table from the 1830s that stands inside and fringed
hammocks custom-dyed and hand-woven in South
America that sway outside.

BELMOND CAP JULUCA

OWNER/OPERATOR: Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts, Singapore; DESIGN FIRM:
Kinney Chan & Associates, Hong Kong; ARCHITECT: Zhuhai Chuancheng Construction
Engineering, Zhuhai, China; GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Sino Decco Construction
Group, Guangzhou, China; Shenzhen Qixin Construction Group, Shenzhen, China;
DESIGN CONSULTANTS: Lighting Images Technology, Riverside, California (lighting);
ONE Landscape Design Limited, Hong Kong, Guangzhou Sanze International
Landscape Design, Guangzhou, China, Guangzhou Yiren Landscape Engineering,
Guangzhou, China (landscape); Guangzhou Ruifeng Techonology, Guangzhou, China
(audio); Shenzhen Hi Geely Logo, Shenzhen, China (logo and signage); Guangzhou
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Limited, Guangzhou, China (engineering);
Foshan BIRD Technology Limited, Foshan, China (swimming pool); BATH & SPA: TOTO
Hong Kong Ltd; FABRICS: ESSENZA INTERIORS; Harmontex; Living Concept; Master
Resources Limited; RCB Casa; FURNITURE: Shenzhen Vokei Furniture Limited;
LIGHTING: Zhongshan Huayi Lighting Company Limited; Zhongshan Wenlian Lighting
Company Limited; SIGNAGE: Shenzhen Hi Geely Logo; WALLCOVERINGS: Goodrich
Global; VHK Interior Products; WINDOW TREATMENTS: Dachao Group

tion to the curb when it comes to
achieving warmth. Rich velvets can be
seen from the guestrooms to common
areas in dusted pinks, mustard and
shades of green, paired with some '70s
funk in the form of jacquard wallcoverings and strong vertical lines in floor-toceiling banister bars and fireplace flues.

SOURCES
OWNER: Credit Suisse, Zurich, Switzerland; OPERATOR: MGM Hospitality; DESIGN FIRM:
Stylt Trampoli AB, Gothenburg, Sweden; ARCHITECT: Gross Rüegg Architekten, Flims,
Switzerland: Gabriella Hörler, planning and execution; PURCHASING COMPANY/GENERAL
CONTRACTOR: Baulink AG, Davos, Switzerland; ART & ACCESSORIES: Stylt Trampoli AB;
FABRICS: Christian Fischbacher; Creation Baumann; Lelievre; FLOORCOVERINGS: Bolon; Ege
Carpet; FURNITURE: Andreu World; Arrmet; Hay; LIGHTING: Pulpo; Rubn

THE MAGIC: Maintaining an air of luxury while

honoring the more elemental materials. The
natural surroundings are reimagined in new ways,
such as the eight shades of green glazes for the

mosaic tile work on the floor and ceiling of Cip's
restaurant, mimicking the layered foliaged and
botanicals of the environment. Indigenous limestone floors and tabletops provide visual calm and
real-world cooling.
THE MAVERICK MOVE: Redefining "what is art."
The resort's curated collection of chairs elevates
artisanship to artistry. Seating becomes a showcase
for handmade caning, braided abaca rope, and sea
grass and mixed pieces with palm rattan, teak root
and mahogany frames.
SOURCES
OWNER/OPERATOR: Belmond (UK) Limited, London; DESIGN FIRM: Rottet
Studio, New York: Lauren Rottet, founding principal and President; David Davis,
founding principal; James Cull, design director; Ashley Liu, Kefan Lu, Ana Maria
Nater, designers; ARCHITECT: HKS, Gables, Florida; PURCHASING COMPANY:
JWC, Tucson, Arizona; GENERAL CONTRACTOR: DCK, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania;
DESIGN CONSULTANTS: SKS Studio (landscaping); AUDIO/VISUAL &
ELECTRONICS: Marsh/PMK International; BATH & SPA: Blu Spa; LIGHTING:
Granville McAnear Lighting Design (GMLD)

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