“I SalonI MIlano 2011” “alfa RoMeo GIulIetta” “VenIce”

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THE FIRST ONLINE HOME LIFE STYLE MAGAZINE ■ YEAR II ■ MAY 2011. ■ NO 16
DESIGN:
ON THE MOVE:
TAKE A TRIP:
“I SalonI
MIlano 2011”
“alfa RoMeo
GIulIetta”
“VenIce”
CONTENT
HOME STYLE
■ ARCHITECTURE
■ WHAT’S NEW
“Maison de la lumiere”
■ INTERIOR
■ INTERVIEW
“Blend of Minimalism and Radical chic”
“Harry&camila”
“I Saloni Milano 2011”
“caSSIna revives icons of design”
“the Warmth of ceramics”
“light under each Step”
■ DESIGN
■ WATER OASIS
■ LIGHTING
LIFE STYLE
■ WATCHES AND JEWELRY
■ FASHION
■ ON THE MOVE
■ YACHTING
■ TAKE A TRIP
■ DESIGN HOTELS
■ SPA & WELLNESS
■ HEDONISM OF TASTE
■ BLACK AND WHITE WORLD
“GIRaRD-PeRReGauX”
“fReY WIlle ”
“PatRIZIa PePe”
“alfa Romeo Giulietta”
“Sunseeker - Predator 84”
“Venice”
“the charming House”
“Soulspace”
“Grani & Braci”
“luce della Vite - luce 2004”
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Milica Mandić
■ Graphic Editor, Design and Preparation
Mini STUDIO design team
■ Editor of Photography
Miloš Nešić
■ Technical Editor
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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR
The new issue is dedicated to the charms of Italy. Inspired by this country of art, design, fast
cars, premium wines and delicious food, a country of lovers and the Eternal City, we bring new
stories that will brighten up beautiful spring days and evenings. You can plan your trip with the
Giulietta, or just enjoy a virtual journey through this beautiful country, with the “House of Light”
in Bologna, a colourful interior designed by Simone Micheli and the latest trends in design
presented at the 50th Milan Furniture Fair. We are presenting the romantic city on water - Venice,
and there, a small charming design hotel... Enjoy.
MAISON DE
LA LuMIERE
This practise of architecture is named after its founder
Duilio Damilano who moved to Milan, in order to
follow a work- shop by Daniel Libeskind, where he’s
developed his concept of architectural research
directed towards the concreteness of space. His
passion for volumes, instead, comes from a family of
sculptors, his father and his brother have passed on
to him an interest for the plastic and material aspect of
every sculpture or architecture. Duilio Damilano says
that he’s always been attracted by architectures since
childhood. His design path begins from the study of
the light and how it affects and moulds the shapes.
Location: Bologna, Italy
Surface building: 250 sqm
Year of Completion: 2008
Architect: Duilio Damilano
Project Team: DamilanostudioArchitects
Photographer: Andrea Martiradonna
www.damilanostudio.com
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La Maison de la Lumiere, the house of light, is a clear ex-
ing stereotypes of the area and to build s technologically
ample of Duilio Damilano’s architectural poetics, focused on
advanced house. To meet the first requirement, the team
the light and the various transformations that the light pro-
of architects has focused in the study of different divisions
duces on lines, colours and shapes in the designing path.
to keep the environment cosy and private. The barriers of
The architect really believes in the importance of designing
green hedges are created, and strongly divide this house
the light as a characterizing element of a creative process.
from the surrounding context, recreating a new and unspoiled space where the interiors can dialogue with the ex-
The project of this house in Bologna stems from two fun-
terior through large windows. The living room, which looks
damental requirements of the clients: to avoid the hous-
like a cube of glass, opens up on the swimming pool. The
water of the swimming pools illuminated and enlivened by
to enter, emphasized by a wooden footbridge. To shield the
a cascade lamp.
more private rooms, some slatted wood elements and sliding panels create sort of mobile wings.
The rooms follow one another in a continuing dialogue: the
bathroom opens on the bedroom, the kitchen on the living
The flat roof is designed as a hanging garden for the sole
room and this one rises toward the loft, creating a spatial
use of the rooms. From a technological point of view the
and visual continuity. The lightness of the construction is
house is fully automated, thanks to a domotic system
counteracted by the materiality of the stone wall that invites
which enables to manage every function, even from the
distance, thus ensuring security, comfort control, wellbeing
and the walls are very bright white. The main bathroom is
and energy saving. Taking a look at a monitor, one can ver-
equipped with a floor- level Jacuzzi, illuminated from below
ify in real time if lights are on, what the temperature in each
by immersed spotlights.
room is, watch if there’s somebody in the house, making
sure the irrigation is in operation, the gas turned off and the
La Maison de la Lumiere has a modern design, and is sepa-
windows shut. A sort of electronic butler that moves inside
rated from its neighbours by green living walls. As an object
your home, manages, does things and monitors.
of great technological equipment, it is fully automated, of-
The furniture is all design and reflects the characteristics of
fering a truly modern, luxurious lifestyle, where everything
the house. The colours are bright and delicate, the floors re-
operates at the touch of a button.
flect the light that comes imposingly from the large windows
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BLEND OF MINIMALISM
AND RADICAL CHIC
The genesis of the plan of the House in Florence, designed by
Simone Micheli for himself and his family, his wife Roberta and son
Cesar, lies in the concept of modern luxury the Tuscan architect
developed after a thorough and targeted thinking.
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During the “XXX Congreso Colombiano de Arquitectura”
feelings... It does not mean opulence but rather transpar-
(30th Colombian Architecture Convention) which took place
ency. I am talking about possible places where your and
in Baranquilla (Colombia), Simone Micheli asserted: “ …the
our histories are echoing in the shape of visual, olfactory,
new luxury does not mean immobility or habit, but rather
tactile and auditory essence. I am telling you a story which
freedom and movement. It is a light and stirring thought, at
has its roots in the past and in the tastes of exotic places,
any moment we are able to choose where and how to live
but at the same time it is near and next future oriented... In
and to reinvent the environment we live in. As for architec-
my opinion the word luxury could go beyond the limits of its
ture, the new luxury is related to the idea of regaining the
meaning. Nowadays living in a luxurious sphere means be-
beauties and the truth of our daily life together with our inner
ing able to love and being loved in a genuine and absolute
way, it means being surrounded by simplicity and let have
and vivid intervention, taking place in an ancient 1800 set-
our attention drawn by watching a grass blade waving in
ting, which has converted these spaces laden with memo-
the wind. It means regaining the truth of life, living by ap-
ries, into a new environment capable of hosting new life
preciating the beauty of each day and by growing through
stories, connected with a fast and unstoppable metropoli-
the intangible immaterial existence...’’
tan life. The full-height space, which breaks the residential distribution rules, divided by a big brick arch, features
The house of Micheli family seems to embody the spirit of
an unconventional distribution pattern on the ceiling and
these words. It is a residence 90% made up of eco com-
large openings revealing the opposite garden. It hosts the
patible materials, an authentic hyperrealist portrait of the
episodes of daily life, while a wedge, a low height diagonal
“Ethical Luxury”, which is one of the main focuses of his
element hosts the kitchen. Above this splinter, which can
daily architectural searching. It is a dynamic, extremely fresh
be reached by walking the staircase, we find a space for
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children to play. A spiderweb, a thread texture, somewhere
with a screen coming down the ceiling which can visually
between an Indian dreamcatcher and a microcosm, watch-
separate the kitchen from the rest of the environment. This
es over the floor and creates an informal and valuable frame
informal crystalline, naive, immaculate zone, suspended
which embellishes the space in an elegant and light way.
between minimalism and radical chic, is torn by ringing and
vivid patches of colours. The bookcase, an acid green high-
The longitudinal axis, which is triggered by the volumetric
light, the mirror furniture and couches, which look as soft as
development of the living room, meets the kitchen on the
pink clouds, as well as the back wall lend liveliness to the
other side, a snow white sculpture marked exclusively by
overall architecture. The perception of this space is highly
the partition of the doors which forms a niche in the space,
unconventional, visionary where colour bubbles floating in
resulting in dilating space. All along this transversal dilata-
spotless sea generate emotions connected with childish in-
tion, glass tables for lunch and work are located together
nocence, lightness and joy.
The enamelled grès porcelain floor tiles are absolute white,
niture is composed by few elements. The double bed-
they are as bright as the walls, the surreal ecoleather spher-
room is suspended between dream and reality. A big blue
ical poufs and the kitchen lacquering, the furniture side sur-
backlit round mirror, flies over the bed like a flying saucer.
faces and the bases of the furniture. The lighting featuring
The bed mattress is supported by a “flying carpet” which
built in adjustable spotlights located in the false ceiling, and
forms the upholstered structured headboard with its fold.
the lamps with very narrow optics, underline and enhance
The white lacquered closet, covering the whole wall, is
the chromatic effects of this composition.
embellished with essential chromium plated handles, setting the perfect background for other dreamlike and reas-
The bedrooms and another bathroom are located in a
suring environments. The big mirror resting against the
transversal partition of the original volume. As well as the
wall supports a TV, while the ceramic vases which look
rest of the residence, they are characterized by extreme
as smooth as river stones are put on a low wooden el-
whiteness and by essential architectural moves. The fur-
liptical shelf.
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On the one hand the bedroom of Roberta e Simone is har-
ideal for playing, studying and living in a highly stimulating
monious and delicate, on the other hand the room of Cesar
environment. The two bathrooms follow a simple and for-
is joyful and sparkling. A big yellow snake, which represents
mally clean pattern and feature few essential elements hav-
a deformation of the standard bed unit, stretches along the
ing soft shapes and spotless finishing.
two sides of the room and it becomes the support for toys,
books and for the mattress. Bubbles come up from the bed
Micheli house originated from the mould of a lively, dynam-
and colour joyfully the wall, opposite the space totally filled
ic, metropolitan future oriented soul. It is a contemporary,
by the wall closet. Yellow lacquered round shaped desk
intriguing, unpredictable mould which has the unmistakable
and shelves, together with the white ecoleather cylindri-
signature of Architect Simone Micheli.
cal pouff, the circular black carpets and the round backlit
mirror, complete this lively and childfriendly space which is
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PHoTo: darija Jelinčić i miloš nešić
INTERVIEW:
HARRY &
CAMILA
Harry & Camila have established their own design studio in 1988 in Milan. Although in 2002
they have moved to Barcelona, they continued
to work in Milan, designing for many companies.
This April, they presented their work at the Milan
Furniture Fair, and we had the opportunity to talk
with Mr. Harry...
CAmiLA & HArrY, HAve You ALwAYS wAnTed
To beCome induSTriAL deSignerS?
Yes and No...Yes stands for Harry and No for Camila... she
originally has a fashion designer background education.
With specialization in making trend books and textile design, though in this sense, she is very much related to the
industrial design process to make the circle round again.
PLeASe TeLL uS more AbouT Your ArT And deSign
bACkground, And wHAT brougHT You Two TogeTHer?
We went both to the Domus Academy in Milan, the same
year for our Master degree, however she did fashion and I...
industrial design. Fortunately we shared some classes and
than the magic happened.
wHAT do You THink Are THe moST imPorTAnT
Your fAvouriTe deSign/ProduCT?
SkiLLS for A deSigner To HAve/deveLoP?
In reality none, and certainly not one of ours. If I have to
Passion for the job, to be open minded and eyes/ears al-
choose one, it would be the iPod, for the simple fact that it
ways wide open, to be a team player, to have the attitude
allows me to take my music were ever I go...
and believe that the best is never good enough and everything can always be improved, but specially patience, pa-
wHere do You find inSPirATion, wHere
tience, and more patience.
do You fueL YourSeLf wiTH energY?
Libraries, museums and galleries. My music and travel...
Are THere AnY fAmouS deSignerS or deSign
Specially visiting creative cities, like NY, London, Tokyo and
movemenTS THAT HAve inSPired or infLuenCed
Milan. But in reality we find our inspiration in everything. It is
You wHen You deSign ProduCTS?
all out there, you just have to see it...
All the great ones from the past Bauhaus, Hoffman, Loewy,
Rams, Moullino, Collani, Sotsass, Jacobsen, T Saperneva,
Wirkkala etc. The list is to long but not specially related to
the design world....more from music and art world… the use
of colours and shapes....sculptors and painters like Moore,
Brancusi, Giacometti, Pollock, Cesanne, Matise, Kiefer, Apple, Dekoninck, Harring etc.
dedon - babylon vases
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kriSTALiA - bCn wood stool
How do You THink deSign And ArCHiTeCTure
CouLd You TeLL uS SomeTHing AbouT THe deSign
infLuenCe everYdAY Life?
of THe new vASeS CoLLeCTion, bAbYLon for dedon,
A bit...as daily life is much more and more complicated than
And bCn wood for kriSTALiA, PreSenTed AT i SALoni
only these two. They are certainly not accessible for the
miLAno THiS YeAr?
major part of the global population and for the very, very
Not to forget the large carpet collection for LivingDivani and
small part, who are lucky enough to enjoy in them on a daily
vases for VONDOM…
base, I hope in a positive sense, otherwise it would be really
a bother, wouldn’t it?
You Are on THe move ALL THe Time;
wHAT iS Your fAvouriTe deSTinATion?
iS deSigning for You A CHALLenge, PLeASure,
See above. NY, Tokyo. Japan in general. Mexico, Chile,
SomeTHing THAT keePS You moving?
specially the glaciers in the south and the dessert in the
Nothing to add, it’s really like in the question itself, a chal-
north.
lenge, a pleasure but also something that can hurt, it keeps
you moving day and night! 7 days a week! Something that
Your SPeCiAL Corner in Your Home?
is inside and has to come out...
The bathroom.
wHAT iS Your fAvouriTe wine?
that must be the generation gap... I am not a big fan of this
Gaja, Ferrari...
all since it seems so unreal. Also, we invented this all to make
our life easier, to gain more time free for yourself but instead,
How do You See THe fuTure?
we dedicate more time than ever to work, sit by the compu-
Far away, close to nature, on a desert island or beach and/
ter, even in our free time... Have you ever encountered that
or high up in the mountains.
your internet connection did not work? At that moment you
probably get crazy and become very impatient, like a part of
do You reAd deSign mAgAzineS?
you is missing, like you are taken off the drugs. When we talk
Hardly any more.
about being impatient: if we do not respond in 20-30 minutes,
people start calling on the phone, asking if I have a problem
wHere do You geT newS from?
with the connection if their email did arrived... It’s getting all
Newspapers, I like to read 2-3 newspapers day. The time to
too crazy… And as for your above question of how I see the
read the newspapers is the only time I have for myself. To-
future – I see it far away from this, on a small primitive island
gether with a cup of coffee very early in the morning 6.00-
or beach...
6.30, when nobody is disturbing me... I love that...
wHAT do You THink of THe mini STudio mAgAzine?
How imPorTAnT do You THink
Like the original small size.
THe inTerneT iS To deSign?
For the design itself, it is not so important. Apart educating,
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in the sense by showing the outside world what is going on,
it has significantly speed up everything, cycles of products
have become much shorter. Everybody wants to see new
stuff constantly, to treat the design world as fashion - but that
is impossible, as the investments are very different, and you
hardly have time to get a return on the investment. But time
will put this in place; it has added to consumerism and buy for
buy. There is no time to relate to a product any more – use it
and throw it away. I can see that with my children – they have
a different relationship with their friends than I did at my time: I
was always outside, always with friends in direct contact with
nature, and they, the kids, prefer to meet on-line, which is so
unreal for me, and do 3 different things at the same time. Well,
Living divAni - growing Points
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PHOTO: Luciano Pascali - Courtesy Cosmit spa
50.
BIRTHDAY
I SALONI
MILANO
FuRNITuRE FAIR
IN MILAN
Furniture Fair Salone Internazionale del Mobile in
Milan, was held from 12 to 17 April, and more than
2,300 exhibitors presented their work on an area
of 210,000 square meters of the Milan fairgrounds.
Visitors could see and try out the latest products
from the world of furniture. This is the largest design
fair, both in Milan, and the world. It consists of
the Salone Internazionale del Mobile, Salone del
Complemento d’Arredo, Euroluce, Eurocucina,
Saloneufficio, Salone Internazionale del Bagno,
Salone Satellite and more additional programs.
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PHoTo: Alessandro russotti - Courtesy Cosmit spa
The Salone Internazionale del Mobile - the biggest event
dustrialist Alberto Alessi’s version of the greatest hits of
in the design calendar - celebrated its 50th year with over
Italian furniture – as if to remind us that Italy is not just
2,700 companies on exhibit and expected over 100,000
the home of quality but of experimentation. Meanwhile,
people to flock through its doors. Curious visitors and the
the octogenarian designer Alessandro Mendini’s famous
design-savvy alike wandered between hoards of minimal-
Proust armchair has been reissued by Magis, in plastic.
ist lampshades, bird ornaments and plant displays and
But then the Italians have no problem celebrating their
perched on sleek plastic chairs or reclined on eccentrically
aging stars, it’s the young ones that no one seems to
shaped chaise lounges.
know about.
If there ever was a year to celebrate the grand Italian tra-
Designers laughed off the economic crisis at Milan’s annual
dition of furniture design, this is it, as 2011 is not only the
furniture fair this year, ditching staid luxury for jocular ham-
50th anniversary of the fair but the 150th of the republic.
mock sofas, tilting chairs, bar stools with pedals and robot
In the Triennale Design Museum visitors can see the in-
bookcases.
The majority of the design talent on show at the fair is in-
so minimalist that the designer has boasted he had man-
ternational. The Munich-based designer Konstantin Grcic
aged to break the limits of scaled down furniture design.
is ubiquitous this year. However, there is always a strong
The chair, a solid block of glossy black plastic -- which also
British contingent. Of the London-based studios, Barber
comes in a two-toned version with a transparent back-rest
Osgerby and Jasper Morrison are showing chairs with Vitra,
-- starred alongside Starck’s towering, long-legged bar
Doshi Levien has pieces in production with Moroso, while
stool and white table with a lustrous black top.
the stalwarts Tom Dixon and Ron Arad are exhibiting new
work with Magis.
In another area of the show, Italian architect and designer
Fabio Novembre showed off his Transformer-style 1980s
French designer Philippe Starck drew crowds with his “Miss
Robot-shaped bookcase, created for the design company
Less” chair, a plastic creation for Italian company Kartell,
Casamania.
kArTeLL - Philip Starck - miss Less
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“My generation always had a robot as a playtime com-
in-built rocker that prevents the occupant from tilting so
panion and I needed to find a new reason to justify its
far over that they end up falling onto the floor. Vitra was
presence next to my desk,” the 44-year-old joked when
also exhibiting “Oiseau”, a graceful, ornamental wooden
the bookcase was recently presented to the public. Com-
bird by French designers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec,
posed of black asymmetrical shelves and cubbyholes,
which the company’s marketing representative Eckart
the towering robot with jetting shoulders and a square
Maise said was symptomatic of a new trend. “There’s a
head sported a red compartment for a heart -- a per-
tendency to bring images of animals or plants indoors, to
fect place for stashing Transformer comics. Swiss manu-
seek the warmth of an animal without having to go for a
facturer Vitra had drawn inspiration from students who
walk in a park... because it’s not always possible, seeing
swing on their chairs for their “Tip Ton,” designed with an
as our ways of life have changed,” he said.
PHoTo: Luciano Pascali
- Courtesy Cosmit spa
PHoTo: Saverio Lombardi vallauri - Courtesy Cosmit spa
In other areas, designers reacted to the economic crisis by
Heller introduced the extraordinary Frank Gehry Color Collec-
toning down their creations, preferring to use classic mate-
tion at Salone Internazionale del Mobile. Like a beautiful bou-
rials -- wood and leather -- in sombre colours rather than
quet of flowers, Heller’s new Gehry Color Collection brings
overstimulate already drained consumers. “People want
light to a grey world. Frank Gehry saturates his powerful
to be reassured... we’re seeing a lot of furniture that goes
forms with the magical energy of colour. His stunning furni-
easier on the public,” said Salone trend spotter, Marco Ro-
ture is about more than sitting - it’s also about delighting the
manelli.
eye and cheering the heart. Made of UV-protected rotationalmoulded polyethylene, it’s perfect for indoor and outdoor use.
Among the futuristic pieces inspired by the movie “Tron:
Legacy” was a gleaming white Jacuzzi tub display by Italian
In celebration of its 100th anniversary and for the Milan Fur-
designer Marco Piva and this bed by the Capo D’Opera
niture Fair 2011, Trussardi re-launched the Trussardi Design
company.
brand through a new collaboration with world renowned
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designer Michael Young. During
Milan’s Furniture Fair
of its international design talent at Milan’s Salone Internazi-
2011, Trussardi presented at Palazzo Trussardi Alla Scala
onale Del Mobile. At design junction, Zegna headquarters
in Piazza della Scala 5 a collection that Michael Young de-
on Via Savona, Modus has displayed work from its stable
signed to re-launch the Trussardi Design brand. Inspired by
of renowned designers, including new designs by Monica
Trussardi’s commitment to product design that was amply
Förster, Pearson Lloyd, Kirsty Whyte, Michael Sodeau and
developed in the eighties and nineties, Michael Young’s col-
Clåesson Koivisto Rune.
lection is the result of his research of Trussardi’s archives to
review the history of the brand and its values and transform
Successful and surprising new products were on display at
it into inspiration for his new contemporary products.
the Kristalia stand, where we were able to meet the design-
British furniture manufacturer Modus presented a selection
ers who have contributed to the important history of the
PHoTo: Luciano Pascali - Courtesy Cosmit spa
PHoTo: Luciano Pascali - Courtesy Cosmit spa
company: Bartoli Design, Luciano Bertoncini, Harry&Camila
Domitalia presented at the Salone del Mobile 2011, the two
and the more recently “acquired” Neuland Industriedesign,
sessions Playa and New Retro, both made with innova-
Christophe Pillet and Patrick Norguet.
tive technology and 100% recyclable. Made of lightweight,
durable, sessions New Retro and Playa are colourful and
The Italian manufacturer B-Line presented the minimalist
versatile. New Retro is made with a new technology that
side table designed by the German studio Neuland Indus-
has allowed Domitalia two colours to produce a chair from
triedesign at this year’s Salone del Mobile in Milan. ‘Abra’
a single mould, and Playa, is characterized by working in
is made from smartly folded sheet metal and comes in two
relief of styrene acrylate nitrile shell that creates a beautiful
different sizes. Tables are perhaps one of the most integral
light refraction and recalls the marks left on shore by the
parts of furniture and thus modernization in their design
waves. During the exhibition the Masiero company offered
could not be ignored.
some interesting new Venetians, like the new luxury DiaHOME STYLE ■ DESIGN
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PHOTO: Luciano Pascali - Courtesy Cosmit spa
mond collection. Masiero celebrates thirty years of activity
with a significant participation in Euroluce 2011 (side event
and specializes in lighting at the Salone del Mobile in Milan)
and offers a preview of the new Diamond elegant collection.
The Group Doimo is the leading in the furniture sector in
Italy, with a variety of brands that cover every room in the
house. At the Salone del Mobile 2011, however, the company founded in 1991 presented a new brand for office furnishings: DoimOffice. DoimOffice offers operating systems,
management, programs for collective spaces and walls for
offices and workplaces, with the aim to create a new office
icon.
On the biggest festival of design “Fuori Salone”, which is
held simultaneously in Milan with the international furniture
fair “Salone del Mobile” participated the designers from
Serbia, under the name “Creative Space Serbia” (CSS), and
SIEPA was the organizer of this presentation. The designers
presented were Andrej Mišić, Igor Stupar, Sljavoljub Ljubić
and studio „Kako.ko”.
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CASSINA REVIVES
ICONS OF DESIGN
Cassina owes its worldwide fame, among other, to a unique collection “I Maestri”, which is
dedicated to the great modernism period. I Maestri collection consists of authentic, exclusive
pieces of furniture, for the production of which only Cassina has copyrights, and all the
artefacts from this collection have a serial number and the signature of the author engraved.
CASSinA LC1 outdoor
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CASSinA LC7 outdoor
These are not museum pieces, frozen at their point of con-
Cassina makes its debut into the world of exterior furnish-
ception, but objects of powerful intuition that continuously
ings with its new Outdoor Collection. In a highly techno-
reveal new dimensions to those who, like Cassina, know
logical way they revive some of the most important projects
how to identify and interpret them. It is a meeting of cul-
by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand. In
ture and nature. Like all items of furniture in the Cassina
collaboration with the Le Corbusier Foundation, with Per-
I Maestri Collection, the respective outdoor versions are
nette Perriand-Barsac - daughter and sole heir of Charlotte
each marked with the signature of the designers, logo and
Perriand – and alongside the advice of Professor Arthur
production number: an unmistakable indication of their rig-
Rüegg (an authority on design), the company has carefully
orous authenticity.
updated the materials and construction details, to make
these icons of the modern movement resistant to extreme
sue of two original variations of the LC1 small armchair,
climatic conditions. Some of the revitalisations are: the LC1
designed in Le Corbusier’s atelier. Apart from the Outdoor
small armchair, the LC3 armchair and two-seater sofa, the
LC collection, Cassina revitalised the famous model LC1
LC7 small armchair, the LC8 stool, the LC10-P table and
through LC1 Villa Church from the years of 1938 and 1930.
the Tokyo chaise-longue (1940 design by Charlotte Perri-
In both chairs, the structure has remained unchanged, but
and). Outdoor collection is ideal for equipment of public ex-
alternative materials and finishes, contrasting with the clas-
terior and collective spaces, but also in exclusive interiors,
sic chrome tubing and black leather, offer unexpected pos-
the most prestigious hotels and yachts, where each piece
sibilities of expression.
exudes great style and elegance.
MINA VuJOVIĆ, Modus Vivendi Enterijeri ■
As part of a continual process of close study into the icons
of modernity, Cassina presents for the first time the reis-
CASSinA LC3 outdoor
www.cassina.com
THE
WARMTH OF
CERAMICS
The common opinion is that the tiles are installed in the
bathroom, kitchen and terrace. The most common
flooring in the other rooms in the apartment is wooden
floor or some similar material. However, current trends
(in some countries long applied) discuss the use of tiles,
ceramics and mosaics in the rest of the apartment, for
example dining room, living room, bedroom...
Tiles can add a level of sophistication or decorate your space.
They are one of the most versatile items that you can place in
your house, all the while requiring less time to install, as well as
to remove. Their advantage is durability and beauty. They can
be divided into two categories: glazed, which are popular for
their decorative nature, and unglazed, which are durable and
usually found in commercial buildings.
Most often it is considered that the tiles give the impression
of cold, and for that people generally prefer wood. But today,
when most of the apartments have central heating or perhaps
floor heating, ceramic ceases to be cold. The coldness was
intensified by its appearance, but that is no longer an obstacle
to decide to put the tiles in other rooms in the apartment, be-
vogue
HOME STYLE ■ WATER OASIS
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cause today there are those that mimic the appearance of
can decorate your wall and one in any room. Mosaic can
their wood, fabric or leather.
provide peculiarity and freshness to the space, no other
coverings can.
The colours that tiles have, their size, and combining possibilities etc., you cannot find in other materials. As the mo-
Mosaic in the interior looks dynamic, interesting, and origi-
saic tiles are used as decoration in the bathroom, so they
nal, and definitely dominates the environment. Not only on
CASA doLCe CASA
fLor greS
the tiles in the bathroom or kitchen, but also on the walls,
pecially on the walls, which form a harmonious whole or big
furniture, floor, and on the details. Unit composed of larger
picture with the flower motifs, dolphins, stars etc., are trendy.
or smaller pieces makes a strong impression in space and
On the floor, more effective and practical are tiles of larger
decorative effect, regardless of whether it is represented as
dimensions, but also embedded in an interesting mosaic.
a mosaic on ceramic tiles, which is mostly the case, or on
the glass surface, wall paper, wooden furniture, and wooden
Natural and synthetic stones, for several seasons, are a
floor. When it comes to bathroom interiors, small “cubes”, es-
trademark of modern living environment. They are beauHOME STYLE ■ WATER OASIS
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REX
tiful and decorative in the hallway, living room and
bedroom, especially when made of small stone tiles
in identical colours or of small pebbles in various
shades.
Mirror and photo frame, as well as vase, jar, or a
lamp shade, all look very interesting when they are
made up of tiny parts. Mosaic is a decorative detail,
but it is best to have just on one wall or the floor,
because their dynamic structure can be tiring for the
eyes.
By combining decorative elements and tiles, you
can change any room in a very interesting and positive space. They can also be combined with wooden floor, whose blend provides an interesting and
warm combination.
The possibilities are endless. Courageously choose
tiles, not only for your bathroom or kitchen, but for
the other rooms in your home...
EuRODOM Beograd ■
www.eurodomsaloni.rs
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LIGHT
uNDER
EACH STEP
Inspired by the illuminated floor in the video of Michael
Jackson “Billie Jean”, Roberto Paoli designed “Jacko
Steps” lamps. These lights are the perfect way to
create a new style in your garden. It looks great when
not lit, but the best effect is achieved at night...
dimenSionS of THe moduLeS:
37x37x h18 cm;
34x41x h18 cm;
31x40x h18 cm;
28x30x h18 cm;
33x36x h18 cm;
materials: rotomolded plastic
Light source: energy saving fluorescent lamp
Company: Serralunga
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The designer Roberto Paoli was born in Ancona and gradu-
“To create a new type of product you have to detach your-
ated in Architecture in Florence in 1994. Among the various
self from things and find inspiration in different fields. For
scales of design dealt with during his studies, he chose to
Jacko Steps, as the name suggests, I thought of the Billie
devote himself to product design, and after graduating, he
Jean video, where Michael Jackson moves with his very
returned to the Marche, a region rich in manufacturing com-
personal dance rhythm on a floor that lights up at every
panies and a useful training ground for young designers.
step... and then the light coming from below changes our
perception of the setting.” In these words Roberto Paoli re-
Redecoration of the old garden is a good idea especially with
counts the birth of his new project, a luminous garden path.
the unique lighting system from the company Serralunga.
This lighting system brings the atmosphere of joy. You can
“I was familiar with the Serralunga products, because last year
choose Jacko Steps to create a single illuminated border sur-
I designed their stand for the Milan Design Week. The com-
rounding your plantings or to form an illuminated pathway.
mon thread running through the collection was the concept
Very creative. This lighting system was presented at Milan De-
of innovation, and not just in form. This is the aspect of design
sign Week 2011, which was held from April 12 to 17.
that most interests me and this gave rise to Jacko Steps.
Its basic difference from current ground-lighting systems is,
paving stones. It is a lamp and a sign which defines places
though it has the appearance and all the features of real
and paths, and indefinable is perhaps the factor that most
paving, it is actually a lamp, and can be easily positioned by
differentiates it from other similar products, and could ap-
the user because it requires no particular installation. Its five
peal to different categories of customers, especially those
modules can define an area, indicate a path or illuminate a
who want their garden to look different and more interesting
section of the garden ... “I devised a product in harmony
than with conventional lighting techniques.
with contemporary living. If spaces are becoming increasingly fluid and multi-functional, Jacko Steps, with its flex-
“I believe design gives the best of itself when we take it to
ibility and suffused light, can also change the appearance
its extreme consequences. With Jacko Steps I feel I have
of the garden.”
succeeded in “giving a new soul to paving”. Its light, ironic
appearance conceals a real innovation in the product and a
The Jacko Steps glowing path is a cutting-edge object, dif-
new way to interact with what is firmest and least mutable,
ficult to define because it has very different but complemen-
the ground on which we walk.” Roberto Paoli
tary features. It’s paving that offers stability and definition in
open spaces. Its irregular shapes are an allusion to ancient
Marko ANTONIĆ ■
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GIRARD-PERREGAuX
LAuREATO EVO³
Girard-Perregaux is one of the few authentic Swiss watch manufactures. It designs, creates,
develops and produces both the external components of a watch and its “heart”, the
movement. This comprehensive approach enables it to offer a complete portfolio of top-of-therange movements (over 100 variants) and prestigious mechanical watch collections.
Inspired by its history dating back to 1791, Girard-Perregaux
applies its expertise with a modern approach, with the support of its Research and Development department. Marked
out by nearly 80 patents filed, the company’s heritage is
reflected in the application of the latest technologies. The
watches are not mere reproductions of past successes, but
innovative creations guided by the quest for excellence. The
Laureato line has been making demands in creativity ever
since the Seventies. While remaining true to its unmistakable character - a balance of sporty, aggressive lines and
subtle, elegant craftsmanship – they have added subtle design touches that have kept it right up with the times.
This third adaptation of the Laureato is presented here
alongside the well-established chronograph versions and
features three useful complications: a large date, a power
reserve indicator and a moon phase indicator. The GIRARDPERREGAUX manufactory-made movement has a patented
large-date system for the optimal display of both digits. The
Girard-Perregaux Laureato Evo 3 Large Date watch features
a stainless steel case and matching stainless steel integral
bracelet. The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Evo 3 Large Date watch
utilizes an automatic-winding movement that features a continually
rotating moon phase indicator, sub-seconds, a power reserve indication, and a large date. The watch is water resistant to 100 meters. In
an original construction, the moon phase mechanism is connected
to the barrel rather than the wheel train. This allows the phases
of the moon to be displayed in a smooth, continuous movement
instead of periodic jumps. This is not just a poetic representation
of the earth’s satellite, but a precise instrument that only requires a
correction of one day every 122 years and 45 days! The octagonal
bezel blends perfectly into the integrated strap. This combination
requires several months of fine tuning for each new model, from the
design sketch to the watchmaker’s workshop.
Some watch lovers marvel at other kinds of details, like the handfinish on the case and bracelet. The alternating satin-brushed and
polished surfaces are yet another example of the meticulous attention GIRARD-PERREGAUX pays to every detail and reflect its
truly original approach to every watch that leaves the manufactory.
TeCHniCAL deTAiLS:
Case: steel
Water-resistance: 100 m
Screw-down water-resistant crown
Anti-reflective sapphire crystals
Sapphire crystal back secured with 6 screws
Movement GIRARD-PERREGAUX GP 3330
self-winding mechanical movement
Calibre: 25.60 x 28.80 mm
Frequency: 28,800 vib/h (4Hz)
Jewels: 35
Tin TEŠIĆ ■
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FREY
WILLE
THE PuRE COLOuR
OF LIVING ART
The jewellery company Frey Wille was founded
in 1951 by the Viennese enamel artist Michaela
Frey, who created ornamental artefacts and
jewellery from enamel. She decorated her pieces
by hand with floral and folklore ornaments.
After Frey’s death in 1980, the company developed a new,
academically trained design team under the leadership of
Simone Grunberger-Wille, which focused on the creation
of art jewellery, emphasizing the artistic work in every design. She created a new jewellery design concept in which
geometric or visionary images dominated the artistic designs. Today FREY WILLE is a recognized brand with more
than 45 flagship boutiques around the world, and company
shops can be found in Paris, Milan, London, Hamburg, Berlin, Tokyo, Beijing and Dubai.
Since the 1950s FREY WILLE has been the global leading
company in artistic jewellery of precious enamel and lists
enormous achievements with its unique design concept. An
exceptional design philosophy, innovative artistic creations
and brilliant colour from the FREY
inspired by nature around us and the feelings of joy that life
WILLE creative team of artists,
creates. Shapes and patterns fall into place and sit elegant-
goldsmiths and experts of
ly. The only thing that contains them is the pure enamel and
fine enamelling are the most
gold mountings.
important factors for exclusive Jewellery and enthusi-
The ‘Living Art’ range is available in two editions – yellow
asts across the world.
gold plated or white palladium. Yellows, reds, blues and
greens can be found in the yellow gold version and are sur-
Abstract prints and the colour
rounded by creams and blacks.
pop of life are among the fundamental
thoughts of the new design work from FREY
The white palladium version hosts oranges, greens and the
WILLE. Thick black lines merge with canary yellow rectan-
calming influence of lilacs and pinks. Living Art perfectly
gles; purples and reds collide while the pure hand painted
complements the Ode to Joy of Life collection, through
gold powder merges with the elegant gold mountings.
which we pay homage to life, love and art, because the
appreciation of art is part of the Joy of Life…
This is the seventh design work to emerge from FREY
WILLE’s Ode to Joy of Life collection; a collection which is
Let FREY WILLE guide you in your quest for the joie de
vivre. Bold, beautiful and creative the ‘Living Art’ Collection
is a range for women who want to feel empowered and
look stunning while enjoying the life!
Darija JELINČIĆ ■
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PATRIzIA PEPE
SPRING / SuMMER 2011
COLLECTION FOR MEN
The Patrizia Pepe brand was founded in Florence in 1993. The protagonists are a couple of entrepreneurs:
Patrizia Bambi, the creative and stylistic spirit and Claudio Orrea, head of management and administration.
The Patrizia Pepe brand evolved from another of their creations, the Tessilform textile company. The brand is
based on a particularly successful philosophy. Patrizia Bambi pays great attention to the fashion universe and
the market where she presents her ideal man and woman.
Her collections manifest well groomed minimalism combi-
to wear. The worn or washed-effect jackets are teamed with
ned with a passion for details. Her clothing style is based on
baggy trousers. The colour palette matches the characteristic
harmony, suppleness, character. It is practical and original
hues of the two themes: gradations of blue and natural to-
for every moment of the day, whilst also being unfailingly ele-
nes blend seamlessly together and match great with the fiery
gant and modern for every moment of the night.Recently, the
red. Cotton and linen yarns, reverse stitching, fabric inserts
brand from Florence opened the doors for the male line, and
and garment-dyed effects are used to produce a knitwear
offered an interesting and complete range for men, leaving
collection that is full of detail and great for anytime, anywhere
their own unique stamp. Men are wearing Patrizia Pepe with
dressing. The leather and fabric accessories work well across
style, without exaggerating the eccentricities, but never give
the entire collection.
up on originality. This year, the themes of the Spring Summer
2011 Collection are Indigo Soul and Desert Nomad featuring
With the spring / summer 2011, Belgrade has become one
work wear influences, dry, desert wilds, hand tailoring and the
of the metropolises to present this interesting line in 69 Kralja
washed look for men who want to wear denim and they want
Petra, in the space whose interior follows the idea that Patrizia
it in colours and textures that bring to mind the Californian
Pepe wants to dedicate to her men.
desert. The result is an all-new classy Casual with a tight-fighting but ever-soft appeal. The trench, in both the long and
www.patriziapepe.com
short versions, has a minimal cut making it supremely easy
Milicu Drobnjak ■
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ALFA
ROMEO
GIuLIETTA
ROMANTIC
VANGuARD
Italy, Verona. Clear night sky filled with stars. It’s like
I stand before the goddess, silent and staring at
the beauty... as the great maestro Shakespeare
described in his play...
Oh, Giulietta, Giulietta ... its magic lines glimmering in the
moonlight, like beautifully sculpted women. Every detail is
visible and each has attracted attention, luring with its refinement. They say that beauty is, when you cannot, even
if you want to, take your eyes off. I did not even blink, looking at the curves. Pure art! We do not speak about the car
industry, but about art! Alfa Romeo - vanguard.
Giulietta is one step ahead of its time, bringing new value
to those who seek distinctive, original style and looking for
maximum dynamic performance. It is designed to respond
to the strictest requirements in terms of management and
security. Thanks to sophisticated technical solutions, new
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57
generation management systems made of lightweight ma-
rior is functional and appealing, with a deserved signature
terials of high strength, driving is a real pleasure.
“Made in Italy”. Clean lines, details and quality, are the
basic characteristics of the interior of this model. Each
Art starts from the front bumper, the shield which occupies
switch is in its place, with an ideal location on the centre
the central place, from which derives the complete structure
console.
and all the lines of the car. Specific headlights and side windows, which resemble cones, emphasize the dynamism and
This beautiful car, 4.35 meters long and 1.46 meters wide
fluidity of form.
and 1.80 meters high, with a wheelbase of 2.63 meters
and with the distinctive roar of Alfa’s powerful engines (two
As a combination of sport and elegance, Giulietta style
turbo engines with 120 hp 1.4TB and 170 hp 1.4TB Multi-
leaves a very strong impression from all angles. The inte-
Air, two diesel engines: 1.6 JTDM-2 with 105 hp and 2.0
JTDM-2 with 170 hp and a brilliant 1750 Tbi with 235 hp
the Alfa DNA selector, to provide security, power and
with exclusive Quadrifoglio Verde configuration - the top
performance in the spirit of the brightest tradition of Alfa
sports version of the Alfa Romeo), will do everything to
Romeo.
leave you breathless.
“But soft! What light through yonder window breaks? It is
Giulietta is designed to meet the stringent Euro NCAP
the East, and Juliet is the sun…“
safety standards, with pushing the boundaries in creating a suspension, steering and braking systems, and
Vuk PETIJEVIĆ ■
using sophisticated electronic systems for dynamic control, such as the VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), DST
(Dynamic Steering Torque), Q2 electronic differential and
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SuNSEEkER
PREDATOR 84
The spirit of Sunseeker is the pursuit of excellence, matched
with the courage to constantly break new barriers. Few brands
can confidently claim to rank amongst the world’s finest.
Sunseeker is one of them. It is a brand with enormous global
strength, which success lies in the commitment to constantly
set new standards and benchmarks. A belief in the power of
innovation, in the tireless pursuit of excellence, never settling for
second best, is what draws them forward.
Length: 26.48 m
max. Beam: 6.34 m
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61
Sunseeker has carefully nurtured the notion that the British
reflect the qualities of their owners—drive, stamina and
have to have their superior ships, while at the same time
a thinly disguised sense of power.” Very thinly disguised,
producing boats that are so Italian, one might wonder if
we’d say by the looks of the Predator 84.
perhaps they were built in Viareggio, the land of lovers not
fighters… It is an interesting juxtaposition that Sunseeker
The Sunseeker Predator 84 is a sexy beast. Seen here in a bit
has been able to pull off, and none of their boats dem-
of a benign state, it will travel up to 42 knots, says the builder.
onstrate this melding of British grit and determination with
Hyperbolic marketing-speak aside; the Predators are, in fact,
Italian style and grace as well as the company’s Predator
well-endowed under the hood. The Predator 84 is available
84. Sunseeker modestly says that its boats “In many ways
either with conventional twin-shaft props or with twin Arneson
surface drives. According to the company, the standard prop
ters. Cruising speed with the Arnesons is listed as “up to 30
version will do up to 35 knots. With the Arnesons and the
knots,” and range “up to 300 nautical miles.” That works
manliest engines, the 84 will do up to 42 knots. That’s not bad
out to something like 5.9 gallons per mile, which gives you
for a boat that weighs over 59,700 kg.
some idea of how much power it takes to rule the waves in
the Predator 84. Did we say that this Sunseeker is not for
Going 42 knots in a boat this size is more fun than the av-
everybody? Sunseekers are well-constructed, meticulously
erage person should have, but as the marketers say, it’s
finished and yes; they are sexy as hell.
not for the faint-hearted. It’s also not for those who are terribly concerned about running costs. The specs Sunseeker
The 84 will accommodate up to eight guests in four cabins
publishes list fuel capacity as 1,981 gallons, or 7,500 lit-
each with an en suite head, as they should be in this class
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63
of vessel. She also ships a crew of three – captain, mate
a study in contemporary décor. We like the proportions that
and stew, would be our choice. As with any yacht this size,
the builder has selected for the four cabins, making sure
owners have plenty of input into décor, but you’d never see
that the guests’ living spaces are not gobbled up by a vora-
the Predator 84 done up teak.
cious owner’s cabin. The master bath continues the theme
of style with simplicity and practicality. Notable is the large
The formal dining space is fully integrated with the saloon.
shower stall, lacquered cabinets and decorative anthurium,
The hardtop retracts revealing a skylight. Note the table for
another example of the Predator’s thinly disguised power.
al fresco dining on the aft deck. You’ll like the hardwood
Guests don’t have it so bad either. Interesting is the vanity
saloon sole instead of the carpet over plywood that you
desk with chair, something rarely seen even on an 84-footer
often find in boats of this size. The owner’s full-beam suite is
in a guest stateroom. Note, there is more anthurium.
Part of the appeal of a yacht like the Predator 84 is hav-
all the flash of an Italian sport yacht, with all the elegance of,
ing fun in the sun. The boat has plenty of outdoor space
well, an Italian sport yacht.
to lounge and bake. The aft deck has a dining/cocktails
table and the foredeck has a settee and additional deck
So, what do all of this elegance, speed and anthurium
space, but at 40 knots, you might want to leave the drinks
cost? It all depends on which engines, drive systems and
behind.
other options you put on the boat. As we have noted, when
you are moving this much weight around you need lots of
If you’re the kind of guy who, like they say, has “drive, stam-
horses. Further, Arneson drives do not come cheap. The
ina and a thinly disguised sense of power,” you’d feel right
MSRP price of a new Sunseeker Predator 84 can run any-
at home with this power palace afloat. The Predator 84 has
where from $4.6 to $5.6 million…
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65
PHoto: Miloš Nešić
VENICE, A
ROMANTIC
CITY ON
WATER
Venice, a city of art, beautiful scenery and carnival
masks, is located in the Adriatic lagoon on the northwestern part of today’s Italy. It is one of the most
visited destinations in the world, with average visits of
50,000 tourists a day...
Legend has it, that on one occasion, Mark the Evangelist
heard a message from God’s messenger, as he walked the
lagoon islands, and told him that there, a beautiful but strange
city, will be made, which will take him as their patron. So it
was. However, the real history of Venice started in 5th century, when the attacks of the Lombards and Huns, the population of northeastern Italy, fleeing from the mainland, began to
populate it. Since then, there has been a belief that the fugitives from Padua, on March 25th 413, exactly at noon, set the
cornerstone in place of today’s Rialto, the renowned bridge,
with a desire to create beautiful, invincible and free city. Today,
Venice is located four kilometres from the mainland and two
kilometres from the open sea, on 188 islands formed by 177
LIFE STYLE ■ TAKE A TRIP
67
canals in a shallow lagoon, which are connected with 409
heard that Venice is an engineering marvel, with marble
bridges. It is Europe’s largest urban car free area, where in
churches built atop ancient posts driven deep into the
the old centre, the canals serve the function of roads, and
“barene” (mud banks) – but the truth is that this city is built
almost every form of transport is on water or on foot. In the
on sheer nerve.
19th century a causeway to the mainland brought a railway
station to Venice, and an automobile causeway and parking
Reasonable people might blanch at water approaching
lot was added in the 20th century.
their doorsteps and flee at the first sign of acqua alta (high
tide). But reason can’t compare to Venetian resolve. Instead
From the look of it, you’d think Venice spent all its time
of bailing out, Venetians have flooded the world with volup-
primping. Bask in the glory of Grand Canal palaces, but
tuous Venetian-red paintings and wines, music, Marco Polo
make no mistake: this city’s a powerhouse. You may have
spice-route flavours, and bohemian-chic fashion.
With the world’s most artistic masterpieces per square kilo-
streets. These people who have made walking on water
metre, you’d think the city could take a rest. But Venice
look easy, have already made their next step...
refuses to retire from the inspiration business. In narrow
“calli” (alleyways), you’ll glimpse artisans hammering out
Venice has a rich and diverse architectural style, of which
shoes, cooks whipping up four-star dishes on single-burn-
probably the most famous is the Gothic style. Venetian
er hotplates, and musicians lugging 18th-century cellos…
Gothic architecture refers to a Venetian style building, which
As you can see, all those 19th-century Romantics got it
was created by combining the use of the Gothic arch with
wrong. Venice is not destined for decay. Benefactors and
Byzantine and Arab influences. The style originated in 14th
Biennales are filling up those ancient palaces with restored
century, in this very city, where the confluence of Byzantine
masterpieces and contemporary art and architecture, and
style from Constantinople met Arab influence from Moorish
galleries and artisan showrooms are springing up in side
Spain. Chief examples are the Doge’s Palace and the Ca’
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69
PHoTo: miloš nešić
d’Oro. The city also has several Renaissance and Baroque
tors, harpsichordists, sushi chefs and dreamers passing as
buildings, including the Ca’ Pesaro and the Ca’ Rezzonico.
accountants might end up bumping elbows over heaping
plates of “risotto di seppie” (cuttlefish risotto) along scuffed
But don’t go expecting to have the city to yourself. Even in
wooden tables in authentic “osterie” (pub-restaurants).
the chill of January, Venice has its followers. The advantage
Judging by the crowd, you might think the Biennale must
is that you’ll have good company here. More accessible
be happening – but no, that’s just an average Wednesday
than ever and surprisingly affordable given its exceptionality,
night in Venice.
Venice is always a city that should be visited. It takes a certain imagination to renounce the convenience of cars and
Venice is best when caught between acts, after the day
roads for slow boats and crooked narrow streets. Sculp-
travellers rush off to beat afternoon traffic, and before
cruise ships leave astonished newcomers off in Piazza
not mean you should completely forget about style. Ven-
San Marco with three hours to see all of Venice before
ice is a modern city. Paved in marble. The city is so beau-
lunch. These visitors will probably never be able to see
tiful, that while you’re there, everything looks like a dream.
that precious moment of peace in Venice, when gondo-
Venice is a city of carnivals, masks, and Casanova with
liers warm up their vocal chords with an espresso on their
good reason. And water, water is everywhere... Get the
way to work, and mosaic artisans share their stories over
map and go for a walk. Or simply allow yourself to get lost
a glass of spritz.
in this beautiful, romantic city... they say this is the best
place in the world for this.
What is a secret that you need to know for your stay in
Sonja BOŽOVIĆ ■
Venice? You must have comfortable shoes. But that does
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THE
CHARMING
HOuSE
“The Charming House experience is what it feels
like to find an island within an island. A place
where the world makes sense, where it stops
and you can step off for a while. Where you can
remind yourself of just how beautiful the world
can be.”
Signora Chiara Bocchini, after many years of working in
her own Hotel in Milano Marittima, called Trionfal, decided
to propose a new and simple way to live an unforgettable
journey in Venice. In the sestiere of Dorsoduro, on the Rio
Torreselle and on the Fondamenta Vendremin Callergi in
a pre-nineteenth century building, the Charming House
DD724 was opened in the summer of 2003. “The name
of the hotel is an acronym of the address… The Charming House is neither a hotel, inn - it really wants to be a
charming house where I can host my guests.” - Chiara
Bocchini.
A hotel with charm and modern design, created by the architect Mauro Mazzolini who has completed this project after many others in Rome and in Umbria, where he resides.
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73
DD724 is situated next to the Peggy Guggenheim Collec-
painting, such as Raimondo Galeano, Stefania Orrù, Naza-
tion, a few steps from the Cini Palace, the Galleria
reno Luciani, Terenzio Eusebi, Gianni Tarli and the photog-
dell’Accademia and the Chiesa della Salute in the hearth of
raphy of Piero Roi.
Venician art. Once passed through the entrance, the guests
immediately find themselves surrounded by monuments,
Games with light, designed to create specific atmospheres
the lagoon and the allure of the city.
in single rooms, and an avant-garde technique in furnishing
harmonise functionality and originality of design. There are
“I am a small contemporary art collector, art lover…” and
also new generation high-tech details, LCD TVs, internet
this is visible all around. The eyes are drawn to works of
access with ISDN connection in single rooms and an inter-
art by some of the most important representatives of Italian
net point with an ADSL connection in the reception of the
hotel. Even the way in which these modern details
are brought together with the furnishing is distinctive. To the technological functionality the warm atmosphere is added in 7 rooms by features such as
the small fireplace, exposed beams in the ceiling,
and the open vistas, which are characteristic and
authentic for Venice: the view of the Rio and its gondolas below, a fresh vista of the Giudecca canal and
the Garden of the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
The atmospheric lighting contributes to the silence
and elegance of the place, candles shed light as if to
continue to the magic heart of the city and it’s fascination for art and culture. This aspect is highlighted
by a small but selected library of books of art and
countryside and urban views, there to delight the
guest on grey winter days whilst sipping tea from
the wide selection available at the hotel. In fact, the
main aim of the creator of DD724 was to offer an
alternative to the dominant conventionality of mass
tourism, with a love of what matters in this wonderful city. The idea was to provide exceptional comfort
with the added opportunity to deepen the thoughts
and feelings evoked by the place, by offering a more
authentic way of experiencing it. When asked about
her hotel and what makes it different from the other
Venetian hotels, Signora Bocchini says: “The design, ambience, atmosphere, attention to details
and to customers… the uniqueness of places.”
Breakfast is served either in the dining room with a
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tion or room service with characteristic chinaware evoca-
A short walk from Piazza San Marco, in the setting of the goth-
tive of trips round the world. The vast choice of bread, hot
ic palace Palazzo Venier, stand four luxury suites designed to
croissants, jams and honey of the highest quality will wake
follow the latest trends in contemporary aesthetics, a place
up guest in the most pleasant way.
where the guests can find themselves at home – the I Qs.
The success of DD724 and DD694 (part of the hotel with
Created by architect Mauro Mazzolini and by the owner
suites, which is a few steps from the main building DD724)
Chiara Bocchini, the peculiarity of “I Qs Charming House”
has proven that “Charming House” represents a new style
is to offer a contemporary hospitality blending harmoniously
in the hotel industry of Venice. This brand sums up the con-
with a typically Venetian setting, rich in historic-cultural ap-
cept that inspires these latest-generation facilities, they are
peal. “I Qs Charming House” is overlooking two typically
offering the guest a cosy, elegant and tasteful ambience,
picturesque canals, among the most popular destinations
sophisticated in its minute detail and embellished with art,
for gondola rides, thanks to their abundance of bridges and
culture and sumptuous design objects.
historic palaces.
The appeal of IQs is not only in rediscovering the
Venetian charm. The exacting choice of furnishings,
colours, fabrics and upholsteries used in the designs
are consistent with the shades and textures of the
surrounding environment. Inside Charming House,
Venetian tradition and contemporary design coexist
and envelope its guests. A typical Venetian ceiling
with exposed beams or a classic doorway match
perfectly with innovative materials and shapes, such
as a glass and Corian bathroom, a resin or tatami
floor, or a cupboard with patchwork pictures à la
monochromatic Mondrian.
IQs goal is to offer its guests a place where they can
feel at home and can recreate their own domestic
environment in a setting full of charm, elegance and
exquisite modernity.
Charming House DD724 is part of the ‘Design Hotels’ and ‘Alberghi dell’arte’ chain. This small boutique hotel is an exquisite place which speaks for
itself, and Signora Bocchini needs only few words to
explain what can her guests expect – “Uniqueness
of the stay”.
www.dd724.com
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SOuLSPACE
FLORENCE
BEAuTY IS
BEYOND TIME
In the heart of ancient Florence where art, history
and culture magnificently intertwine, there is a soft,
elegant and sensorial space, an inviting, reserved and
fascinating atmosphere, rich in delicate perfumes, soft
lights, gentle musical notes… This is an intense space
for wellness, beauty, rest and relaxation, where science,
nature and skill create a space to discover the pleasure
of rituals from the world, engage all the senses, where
water chants a regenerating and radiant silence, where
you feel good, deep inside your soul.
Since the opening in May 2007, SoulSpace’s reputation for
luxurious, high-quality spa treatments has attracted Florentines and outsiders alike. Just two minutes from Piazza del
Duomo, it provides a memorable experience for all spa lovers.
The owner, with Kurdish descent, born in Germany and raised
in Turkey, derives her inspiration for the spa from personal heritage and upbringing, as well as her passion for everything
holistic. “The beauty of our space, the smell of candles, taste
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of our teas, and the sound of our music combine to give
of mind and body. Technical skills, beauty, expertise and the
our guests an extraordinary sensual experience” – says the
most advanced cosmetology, beauty of rituals, personal-
owner, Zelal Elbistan.
ised treatments, premier quality products, welcome clients
with a warm, refined style, attentive to their every need.
Soulspace originates from a wish to offer the city an exclusive, regenerating space to find wellness, through an ex-
In a modern and luxurious architectural design, Soulspace
traordinary sensorial experience, and the pleasure of a mo-
encloses the pleasure for all things beautiful, for a lifestyle
ment in time dedicate to the pursuit of that superb harmony
that emphasizes a search for wellness to soothe the sens-
es, the mind and the soul. Designed by architects Stefano
by courtyards. On entering the reception, you get immedi-
Mannucci and Lorenzo Leontini, it is considered one of the
ately struck by the peacefulness of the décor. This space is
best spa centres in Florence. The interior is beautiful and re-
used by the guests dropping in to check appointments or
laxing, with a low-lit reception, hammam paved with marble
buying some products in the chic retail area. Beyond this
and the jade coloured pool.
area, you enter the small area with the changing room and
from there into the focal area where the beautifully lit indoor
In total, it offers 400 m2 of contemporary interiors, designed
hydrotherapy pool is. Here is the relaxation zone, overlook-
to regenerate and relax, housed on two floors and enclosed
ing the pool, with five beds. The walkway leads to one of
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the fife treatment rooms and the Turkish hammam, before
leading to the garden. With its carefully selected range of
colours, SoulSpace offers a genuine tranquillity. It opens
into a garden, which brings nature into the space. The
space is enhanced with a mix of soft finishes and natural
materials. The stairs lead down to the cellar, which instantly
transports you to Istanbul, thanks to colourful soft furnishings and scattered pillows. This multipurpose space is great
for spa classes, social gatherings, spa parties and talks.
Soulspace is located on the ground floor of Palazzo Galletti
built in 1831 in the neoclassical style, designed by the architect Vittorio Bellini, characterized by a facade of splendid
statues representing the four seasons: “Spring” sculpted by
Lorenzo Nencini, “Summer” by Giovanni Insom, “Autumn”
by Francesco Orzalesi and “Winter” by Niccolò Bazzanti.
www.soulspace.it
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GRANI &
BRACI
In Milan, close to the new district Garibaldi, in a
rapidly changing urban context, the Ethos Group has
chosen the location for their new restaurant Grani &
Braci. It is located at the intersection of Via Ferrari and
Via Carlo Farini, which connects the old city centre
and the popular neighbourhood Isola, in the area that
will become the new city centre of Milano...
The selected area is developed in a unified way, with a large
room about 500 square meters which occupies the entire
ground floor of an office building, looking out, with its 25 windows, on Via Farini and Via Ferrari. This particular location
and the relationship of new retail space with the varied urban
reality of the place have proven fundamental to the development of architectural concept. The project was supervised by
the architects Nisi Simone Magnoni and Sabrina Gallini.
Two goals that designers have chosen to follow to build the
project are visual continuity and discontinuity of the theme.
Visual continuity included the creation of a ”physical” link
between urban space and restaurant environment, while
discontinuity issue was indicated with the choice of interacting the “conceptual” with the unique urban landscape
of the place, built by the juxtaposition of isolated elements
of the city (road, bridge, railway, the chimney, the residential
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building, the hotel, the church, the fountain and the ceme-
glass, set up on a parapet wall of 1 metre in height, to
tery), and a theme for the interior decoration, elements that
eliminate the traffic noise and visual impact, they have
are missing in the summation. It was important to pursue
achieved the physical point of contact between external
visual continuity and physically connect the interior and ex-
and internal space. Seen from outside, there is a com-
terior. Therefore, the attention was focused on the develop-
plete transparency and communication between the spe-
ment of visual “permeability” and designing the windows,
cial lighting and graphic wall panels, while from the inside,
and the selection of some unusual elements for the con-
the view is oriented towards the typical urban scene.
struction of the interior. Research for thematic discontinuity,
The interior consists of one large L-shaped room, inter-
as the key to integration of the conceptual project in an
preted as a long path, space-forest, evoking the nature
urban context, led to the selection of elements of nature,
both physical and conceptual. The rhythmic succession
the abstract representation of the forest in the interior.
of large white hemisphere chandeliers, standing on the
background covered with natural stone and decorated
The windows were the first step of the project. Connect-
with stylized branches that cover the walls of the room,
ing a single span of approximately 4 metres of laminated
and go up towards the ceiling, like real trees. This is the
backbone of the whole design set, which, step by step,
are clearly emphasized by the iron-framed fire wood. In the
creates the overall theme of the forest.
hall, functional zones for special arrangements and services are located, such as a pizzeria with a wood oven, cof-
The tables are made of 80 centimetre sections of the trunk
fee bar with a display of selected wines and liqueurs, and
of centenary chestnut, the bottle shelves of white oak wood,
grill with fireplace, which have deliberately remained visible,
with stylized their geometry in forms of branches. The serv-
with special emphasis on the element of fire, which is visible
ice elements in the same style, blends with the background
from the street.
with the doors with print pattern, with the openings made of
chestnut logs on thin beams of iron or tubular frames with
The space of this restaurant is very well suited to meet your
piles of firewood, which lets light trough. This creates an ef-
every expectation, because it provides enjoyment in high
fect similar to the sun going through the leaves.
quality food, in the ambience that exudes the nature in the
Reception and the zone behind the elevator, that connects
urban central area of Milano...
the dining room with a large service area in the basement,
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LuCE
DELLAVITE
LuCE 2004
“It is a radiant sun, with its corona of twelve flaming
rays. Anyone who strolls through the cities of Central
Italy will admire it, carved into the keystone of an arch,
wrought into the decorative iron of a gate, or pressed
into a ceramic tile. It is even found on the high altar of
Florence’s Santo Spirito church, built by Brunelleschi
on a piece of property donated by the Frescobaldi
family. This sun represents the Divine Light, light for
mankind. It is a light that gives warmth, nourishes
growing things, and crafts the sinew within wine.
Simply pronouncing the name Luce (light) conjures
up the power of Sangiovese and of Merlot, which
together create this wine, in the land of Montalcino.“
Located in the viticultural zone of Montalcino, southwest
of this medieval town, the Luce della Vite estate comprises
192 hectares, with approximately 55 under vine. A portion
of the vineyards was planted in 1977, while most of the
vineyards were planted/replanted from 1997 on with an average density of 6,100 plants per hectare. As one of the
highest in the region, it is located at elevations ranging from
350 to 420 metres. At the higher elevations the soils are rich
in galestro, a schistous sandstone and limestone mixture,
with well-drained, nutrient-poor soils ideal for the cultivation
Luce was the first wine created in Montalcino by blending
of Sangiovese. At the lower altitudes, the soils are richer in
Sangiovese and Merlot. Combining the roundedness and
clay, perfect for Merlot. Recently several acres of Caber-
softness of Merlot with the structure and elegance of San-
net Sauvignon were planted in the areas of the estate with
giovese might seem a rather obvious idea, and yet it took
more sandy soils. The long, sun-drenched summers typi-
the insight and collaboration of the Marchesi de’ Fresco-
cal of this area and the altitudes and southern exposure of
baldi and Robert Mondavi Families to launch this innovative
estate’s vineyards allow for a slow, complete ripening of the
project in the land of the world renowned Brunello di Mon-
grapes, which in turn yields wines of impressive concentra-
talcino, a wine made strictly from Sangiovese. The 2004
tion and power. The cool, ventilated nights, help to preserve
vintage was excellent both in terms of quality and quan-
the grapes’ aromatic complexities.
tity. The cool and rainy spring allowed for the replenishing
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of the underground waterways and led to the vegetative
matured gradually over the course of the growing season.
delay, and thus, budding a week later than usual. In May
The harvesting of the Merlot began slightly later than usual
and June, the nights were cold with temperatures below
and the grapes were healthy and perfectly ripe. The climatic
average and the notable difference in temperature between
conditions during the harvest of the Sangiovese were ideal,
day and night allowed the grapes to develop outstanding
and the grapes arrived at the winery in excellent condition.
aromas. The heat during August and September compensated somewhat for the initial delay in the vegetative cycle.
Luce 2004 appears deep ruby with lovely purple highlights.
The sun and north wind at the beginning of September,
Subtle suggestions of toasty oak appear first on the nose,
together with the cool nights, helped in the production of
over fragrant notes of blueberry and blackberry that seem
elegant and very concentrated wines, with tannins that
to infuse the background, next to emerge is a complex of
floral and mint nuances, followed by smooth impressions
of Luce in the land of the world renowned Brunello di Mon-
of vanilla and cinnamon. The palate is smooth and mouth
talcino, joining the tradition of Sangiovese, so historic to this
filling, with velvety tannins and a warm alcohol, beautifully
area, with the innovation represented by Merlot, introduced
complemented by a crisp acidity. The finish is expansive
into Montalcino only in 1976.
and dynamic.
Ratomir ŽIVkOVIĆ ■
In 2002, the responsibility passed entirely to Lamberto
Frescobaldi, who continues to this day to write the history
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