Vol. 08

THE DRIVING FORCES ...

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Behind almost every successful project that we present in this issue of the eMAGAZINE there is a a special personality or so called „driving force“.

USA, Chicago United Kingdom, London Portugal, Lisbon Italy, South Tyrol

Alessandro Catenacchi, who impressed us with his inspiring personality and his fantastic projects, is one of these driving forces. And so is Ian Schrager, who elevated his chic boutique hotels to cult status with personality, sensitiveness and a „personalized service“. What we like: Each hotel, restaurant, bar and company presented in this issue was „made by originals“, as Design Hotels put it.

Restaurants

USA, NYC United Kingdom, London

Bars & Clubs

South America, Mexico City

People

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Welcome to our world...

What they have in common? Their sense of quality, love for detail, their dedication to create something of value and their talent to give people the feeling of being special. In the end, that‘s what counts....

Kind of regards, Nadine Tschiderer Director & Founder

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Public Chicago Chicago AN IAN SCHRAGER HOTEL

Less experienced luxury hotel owners may commit the mistake to broadcast their exclusiveness at a too early stage, whereas

really makes a difference! The design is theatrical, yet subtle

savvier ones have learned how dangerous that can be.

enough. The mix of classic and contemporary design elements makes it timeless.

Ian Schrager is among the latter. His pioneering boutique hotel The only things that bear wittness to the long history of the building are its architecture and thousands of black and white photographs is „inclusive“, rather than exclusive. It is a kind of anti-boutique project. As long as the service isn‘t an antiservice (and really the bar‘s heyday in the 1930s, at least with regard to its style. Take a look for yourself!

Chicago is great New York, which makes it the ideal city for this kind of experiment

acknowledged „down to earth“ culture of the Midwest works

refused entry in the mid-1980s only for not wearing a jacket, is

never too much. The 285 guest rooms offer enough space for

the perfect place.

everyone. No matter, whether you‘re on the guest list or not. Photos & words:

boutique hotels generation, but it kept this very personal touch and high emotional value that Ian Schrager stands for.

The

crazy bear Hotel

Here diners have the choice of the English restaurant which serves and range of traditional English and modern European dishes. Alternatively diners may opt for the Thai restaurant for a those seeking a truly unusual hotel experience within sticking disthe portfolio and takes its styling from the original hotel situated at Stadhampton in Oxfordshire.

on this occasion, the dimmed lights and décor of the restaurant ensure that an intimate setting is provided no matter how busy the restaurant is. Service is generally attentive with courses being presented and

to stay in one of the 17 individually fashioned rooms. On this occasion, room nine was stayed in which cost £390 per night based

cleared away in just the right amount of time and drinks always being toped up at just the right moment. As with previous experiences at the Stadhampton branch, on presentation of the menu staff indicated where there was a lack of availability of items on the menu. On this occasion fortunately this was limited to the

membership. On entering the room, the eye is drawn to the centre

having a bedroom containing copper bath, which out of interest

lobster dish.

seeking to go away for a night or two and enjoy an establishment which is worth staying in for its own sake, rather than being a practical accommodation solution. Photos & words:

exposed brickwork.

Palácio Feira da Ladra are within easy reach. The hotel comprises of 11

as various meeting rooms and halls.

Monument. Even though the 15th century palace was refurbished many times, it preserverd

individually designed suites, each of them decorated with

its classical façades incorporating 3 towers and a unique collection of over 30.000 tiles on its

stylish pieces of various ages and complimented by contemporary

If you are in the mood for exclusivity, this hotel is the perfect

furniture.

place for an unforgettable weekend in Lisbon!

The hotel‘s main philosophy is to provide the highest exclusivity

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and the best service.

lush biological garden with a beautiful black marble outdoor

Welcome to another world...

... it all begins with a small enchanting road that runs through Lodge. Luxury and elegance make up this charming lodge that

from the 16th century where the warm and reassuring atmos-

is unique among the Dolomites.

phere harmoniously merges with the untainted nature of the bringing the residence back to its antique splendour has granted

dwelling immersed in nature among the alpine peaks where

San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge South Tyrol

everything is sensuous and adrift. private 18-hole golf course right on the doorstep. Photos & words:

The elegance of soft fabrics and the exquisite craftsmanship of the furnishings give these antique walls the exclusive touch of a place that you can share only with loved ones. The harmony within the structure and attention to detail grant guests with unexpected contentment while harmoniously blending luxury and simplicity.

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The ingredients are all sourced from America, as is the attitude: a Mr. Torrisi went on.

mischievous eagerness for sneaking tastes considered pedestrian 2010 New York Times review—a two-star love letter crowning them

That deli introduced New York to what Eater founder Lockhart

—we come to a line that

gives them pause.

Steele emphatically described to The Observer as their ” Sam Sifton wrote.

they quote when referring to those mourning for the but were students at the same time,

downmarket comfort food of their youth. Not only does the After a brief moment of silence, Mr. Torrisi scooted his chair empty boxes line the walls.

could interject,

back and looked up.

he said.

because the two girls we were dating were friendly,” Mr. They food, the idea bored them. “The circuit is

admitted, to

Mr. Torrisi explained. Mr. Torrisi interjected. he recalled, referring to spread a little thin. The cynics will line up, too. The former editor at Torrisi during lunch only, doled out personally by Mr. Torrisi

he told us. “They

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Mr. Torrisi went to Europe for six months and trained under various chefs before coming back to New York and opening A

not vigilant about staking out a table, sandwiches would often be eaten upright in the neighborhood, sometimes

said.

Mr. Torrisi said. At night, the sandwiches went away, and out replied Mr. Torrisi. The idea to team up and open a place of their own began to take Others followed suit.

apartment (the two bachelors now have separate places in the

and dubbed money, and a business plan soon became evident: During they

two stars, the same as Torrisi.

the use of store-bought bread crumbs “awesome.” Sam Sifton of

Mr. Torrisi laughs at the mention of his appearance, recalling his

The Times saw their dishes as

lines:

that are

And then, more seriously,

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Bar

Club

Strange basement bar in Mexico City

fridge door the architects play with geometric structures, nailed bar, has been hiding in the basement of a Mexican restaurant million inhabitants.

leather either black or white, silver sheets and wood. The ceil-

accompanied by Tanqueray cocktails.

ing is covered with thousands of pyramides and gigantic ceramic

For all guests!

skulls i smile at you from inside glass tables. Photos & words:

Kuehner from Seattle created them especially for the bar. Every

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Alessandro Catenacci

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beyond the asking price, including real estate and art. Norrmalmstorg Square - carry the signature of the architectural He then liquidated some of its assets - including a painting from the Operakällaren

feel of a private home into these properties. The numbers are six years, with the company now employing 1,700 people and

20 million kronor, the young entrepreneur was able to pay back his investment

serving some four million guests every year. “I sometimes look

loan. He was basically free and clear - and a new empire was born.

at myself in the mirror and think, ‘Am I really good at anything,

cruncher. He is an intuitive manager, a local visionary, a devoted family man, and a factor, but it is actually the result of a long-term vision, hard work, and an intuitive business sense. His company has grown consistently over the more than two decades that have passed

take himself too seriously despite being a serious businessman. The company he

the utmost in Scandinavian understatement. Photos & words

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