Monthly Archives: September 2011

Virtual Vacation at the Imanta in Mexico

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Sara Bliss

It’s been raining all week in New York. Today it was raining so hard that I couldn’t see out my window half the day–just a depressing grey haze. Definitely a day to be dreaming of being on a beach somewhere–and … Continue reading →

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Design Lessons from Portland’s Ace Hotel

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Sara Bliss

Inspired by the thriving skateboard and music scene that defines the surrounding neighborhood, the Ace Hotel in Portland brings that cool vibe  into the design. Designers Phillip Iosca and Jeremy Pelly thought outside of the box for the interiors of the … Continue reading →

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Verdant Oasis in Paris: The Mandarin Oriental

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Sara Bliss

The Mandarin Oriental just opened in Paris this summer, adding to the list of grand and luxe Right Bank Hotels. The interiors are exactly what you would expect from the brand, a posh fusion of East and West design. But … Continue reading →

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DESIGN LESSONS FROM THE CONDESA DF MEXICO CITY

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Sara Bliss

Tucked away on a leafy street in the hip Condesa neighborhood of Mexico City is the Condesa DF hotel. Located in a charming French neoclassical building , the contemporary interiors have been beautifully renovated by architect Javier Sanchez. The pitch … Continue reading →

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