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BAR / CLUB / LOUNGE - M Ultra Lounge Location: Mykonos island, Greece Date completed: June 2012 Architect: Dimitris Economou Interior Designer: Dimitris Economou Overall description of the project: A cosmopolitan lounge and bar area with fine details, inspiring soundtrack, signature cocktails, Asian fusion cuisine and eminent international v.i.p. clientele. Design Brief: Famous DJ and producer David Morales made a significant business step in the island of Mykonos, obtaining after so many visits during the past years his own lounge bar. Although Greece is suffering a lot during the past two years due to the economic crisis, Morales didn't hesitate to enter the myconian night life business and create his own place, a movement that is going to be an attraction for many local and international celebrities.

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  BAR / CLUB / LOUNGE - M Ultra Lounge  

� Location:  Mykonos  island,  Greece  � Date  completed:  June  2012  � Architect:  Dimitris  Economou  � Interior  Designer:  Dimitris  Economou  

 � Overall  description  of  the  project:  

 A  cosmopolitan  lounge  and  bar  area  with  fine  details,  inspiring  soundtrack,  signature  cocktails,  Asian  fusion  cuisine  and  eminent  international  v.i.p.  clientele.  

� Design  Brief:  

Famous  DJ  and  producer  David  Morales  made  a  significant  business  step  in  the  island  of  Mykonos,  obtaining  after  so  many  visits  during  the  past  years  his  own  lounge  bar.  Although  Greece  is  suffering  a  lot  during  the  past  two  years  due  to  the  economic  crisis,  Morales  didn't  hesitate  to  enter  the  myconian  night  life  business  and  create  his  own  place,  a  movement  that  is  going  to  be  an  attraction  for  many  local  and  international  celebrities.  

 

 

   

When  Greek  designer  Dimitris  Economou  was  asked  to  create  the  "m  ultra  lounge"  in  Mykonos  island,  the  challenge  for  his  work  was  huge.  He  would  have  to  satisfy  an  internationally  acclaimed  Grammy-­‐winning  house  music  Dj  and  producer  that  has  travelled  all  around  the  world,  visited  and  played  to  all  possible  top  clubs  in  destinations  worldwide.  Morales  guidelines  for  the  lounge  bar  were  simple  and  concise;  he  loved  sexy  places,  coloured  lighting  and  Miami.  

So  Dimitris  Economou  took  the  challenge  to  successfully  combine  the  cosmopolitan  style  of  his  special  client  with  the  Aegean  scenery  and  aura  of  Mykonos,  smoothly  matching  both  aesthetics  leaving  nothing  to  chance  and  finally  winning  the  bet  with  himself  and  the  people.  While  relaxing  elements,  such  as  silk  and  viscose  fabrics,  cosy  sofas,  teak  wood,  many  plants,  a  waterfall  and  the  bamboo  ceiling  turn  the  lounge  bar  into  a  patio,  giving  a  sense  of  laxity  and  calmness,  white  cement  floor-­‐very  common  in  Aegean  architecture-­‐  was  combined  with  white  wood  laser-­‐cut  surfaces  reminding  the  customer  of  the  dominant  island  colour.  Many  "hand-­‐dressed"  lamps  decorated  with  natural  materials  such  as  wicker,  rope  or  mother-­‐of-­‐pearl  suit  the  "m's"  mood  of  discreet  elegance  exuding  an  ethnic  touch.  

 

 

 

 

   

"Mykonos  is  an  island  of  controversies  and  so  is  the  owner  of  the  "m  ultra  lounge".  I  could  not  have  missed  to  combine  some  tweaked  modern  details  in  the  place  that  would  give  the  final  touch,  such  as  the  red  magis  "spun  chair"  in  the  lounge  area,  the  red  chains  curtains  which  distinctly  divide  the  dining  area  and  the  transparent  polycarbonate  stools  in  the  bar  area,  reflecting  the  owner's  personality  and  metropolitan  air",  says  the  designer  Dimitris  Economou.  

 

 

 

The  place  can  easily  be  transformed  from  an  Asian  fusion  restaurant  to  a  small  club  as  its  RGB  lighting  system  meets  all  the  requirements  of  a  fancy,  spirited,  lively  space,  and  the  big  oval  element  with  a  moving  pixel  light  entertains  the  bar  customers  offering  a  clubbing  mood  when  all  other  lights  go  low.  

� Favourite  key  aspect  of  the  project  

The  hidden  moving  pixel  led  stripe  in  the  oval  shaped  wood  in  the  back  of  the  bar  that  entertains  people.  

� Why  does  the  design  work  so  well?  

 The  atmosphere  is  relaxing  yet  at  the  same  time  colourful  and  busy.  

   

 

 

 

   

RESTAURANT – Ammo •  Location-­‐  Hong  Kong  

•  Date  Completed-­‐  April,  2012  

•  Interior  Designer-­‐  Joyce  Wang  

 

•  Overall  description  of  the  project  

Set  in  the  Former  Explosives  Magazine  site,  the  AMMO  restaurant  pays  tribute  to  its  rich  cultural  and  historic  heritage  in  aesthetic  and  formality.  Copper  is  featured  as  a  predominant  material  to  reference  weaponry  and  industrial  storage  facilities.  

•  Design  Brief    

Located  within  the  Asia  Society  Hong  Kong  Center  in  Admiralty,  AMMO  draws  inspiration  from  the  site’s  architectural  and  cultural  significance.  

   

 

   

A  former  explosives  magazine  compound  created  by  the  British  army  in  the  mid-­‐19th  century,  the  Asia  Society  Hong  Kong  Center  underwent  a  conversion  by  renowned  New  York-­‐based  architects  Tod  Williams  and  Billie  Tsien.  

Bringing  the  AMMO  concept  to  life,  WANG  drew  inspiration  from  the  film  noir  masterpiece,  Alphaville  -­‐  a  1965  science  fiction  film  directed  by  Jean-­‐Luc  Godard  -­‐  and  created  a  space  that  pays  tribute  to  both  its  context  and  history.  

•  Favourite  /  Key  aspect  of  the  project  

The  central  feature  of  the  space  is  a  set  of  three  sculptural  spiral  staircases  (a  recurring  theme  of  the  film,  Alphaville)  constructed  as  chandeliers  purely  out  of  copper  plumbing  pipes  and  cascading  from  the  six-­‐meter  high  ceiling.  The  shades  of  the  chandeliers  are  crafted  out  of  bent  copper  mesh  and  rods,  a  reference  to  materials  used  in  military  and  industrial  settings.  The  bunker-­‐like  ceiling  is  supported  by  copper  ribs  and  lit  warmly  to  further  reference  the  explosives  magazine  history.  

 The  copper  mural  on  the  feature  wall  behind  the  bar,  another  dramatic  feature,  will  have  diners  pondering  the  design  narrative  with  clues  revealing  the  site's  history  and  significance.  

 

 

 

   

•  Why  does  the  design  work  so  well?  

AMMO’s  central  features  and  custom-­‐designed  furniture  combine  to  communicate  one  cohesive  bespoke  environment.  Cossetted  by  lush  greenery  visible  through  the  floor-­‐to-­‐ceiling  windows,  the  interiors  are  surreal  yet  modern,  with  one  of  a  kind  cinematic  qualities.    

Nestled  within  this  stunning  landscape  backdrop,  AMMO  becomes  a  veritable  dining  retreat  and  a  pleasant  surprise  in  the  midst  of  bustling  Hong  Kong  

 

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•  Final  thoughts  /  any  other  information  

All  furniture  and  fixtures  were  custom-­‐designed  by  WANG  using  luxurious  materials  such  as  leather,  velvet  and  silk  to  offset  the  hard-­‐edged  custom  fixtures  and  detailing.  

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

   

   

RESTAURANT WITHIN A HOTEL - Belon Oyster Bar and Grill  

� Location:  Macau,  China  � Area:  1,994sqm  � Scope:  Interior  Design  &  Build  � Lead  Designer:  Dale  Yeo  � Completion:  September  2011  

 � Overall:    

An  opulent  aquatically-­‐themed  dining  experience,  Belon  Oyster  Bar  &  Grill’s  interior  design  creates  a  unique  and  memorable  experience  

� Design  Brief  

World-­‐class  architecture  and  interior  design  firm  dwp  were  commissioned  to  create  the  interiors  for  the  new  speciality  feature  restaurant  of  the  Banyan  Tree  Macau.  Set  over  around  2000sqm,  the  top-­‐floor  oyster  bar  and  grill  restaurant  was  to  be  generously  spacious,  indulgent  for  guests,  and  a  premier  dining  destination.  

 

 

   

� Key  Aspects  

World-­‐class  architecture  and  interior  design  firm  dwp  were  commissioned  to  create  the  interiors  for  the  new  speciality  feature  restaurant  of  the  Banyan  Tree  Macau.  Prestigiously  located  on  the  top  floor  of  the  hotel,  boasting  enormous  windows  with  views  over  the  Macao  skyline,  Belon  Oyster  Bar  &  Grill  is  evocative  of  an  underwater  experience.  Set  over  around  2000sqm,  the  restaurant  is  conceived  to  be  generously  spacious,  indulgent  for  guests,  and  a  premier  dining  destination.  

Starting  with  the  oyster  shape,  the  design  takes  reference  from  a  continuation  of  underwater  forms,  movements  and  colours.  Curvaceous  oceanic  shapes  and  details,  inspired  by  aquatic  forms  of  scallop  tails,  jellyfish,  tentacles,  waves  and  spiraling  shells,  envelop  the  entirety,  flooding  the  space  with  a  visual  underwater  language.  

 

 

 

The  floorplan  sits  on  the  long  slender  arm  of  the  hotel  wing.  Working  within  this  outline,  the  restaurant  is  laid  out  to  create  a  procession,  from  an  intimate  entry  landing,  down  and  through  a  variance  of  low  and  high  ceiling  spaces  along  the  spine,  right  to  the  end  point  of  the  private  dining  rooms.  The  top  levels  of  the  hotel  presented  numerous  structural  configuration  issues    

   

and  a  very  congested  services  arrangement.  The  very  low  ceiling  height  area  between  the  entry  and  main  dining  spaces  was  a  challenge  to  create  sufficient  space  for  necessary  services,  though  also  presented  an  opportunity  to  create  a  sense  of  drama  for  the  arrival  experience.  Services  for  the  building  and  restaurant  itself  both  jostle  for  space  under  the  large  beams,  and  the  curving  ceiling  bulkheads  create  opportunities  for  additional  space  for  them  to  snake  through.  Being  sandwiched  between  the  hotel  and  plant  rooms,  several  ducts  and  risers  needed  to  be  added  through  the  restaurant  space  during  the  construction  period,  and  were  concealed  within  partitions  and  feature  elements.  The  tall  windows  needed  additional  structural  support  for  safety,  which  was  integrated  into  the  housing  of  the  window  treatments.  

From  the  entry  landing  onto  a  grand  feature  glass  staircase,  descending  into  the  speciality  restaurant,  guests  pass  a  waterfall  and  custom  kinetic  artwork,  via  a  long,  low  and  elegant  reception,  to  arrive  at  the  oyster  bar.  The  glass  stairs  glows  deep  blue  underfoot  and  beneath  a  blue  translucent  canopy,  wrapping  overhead  like  a  curling  ocean  wave.  The  tall  waterfall  passes  to  the  right  from  double  height  ceiling  to  the  pool  below.  To  the  left,  a  glistening  kinetic  crystal  suspended  sculpture  moves  and  sways  in  the  imaginary  current.  A  shallow  water  feature,  as  an  extension  of  the  waterfall,  leads  guests  along  the  long,  low  and    curving  entry  way,  towards  the  bar  and  lounge,  highlighting  the  sense  of  arrival.  

 

 

   

The  form  of  the  bar  and  the  specialist  oyster  bar,  coupled  together,  emerge  from  the  curving  wall  and  create  a  meeting  point,  encouraging  guests  into  the  adjacent  lounge.  Still  under  the  intimacy  of  the  low  height,  the  ceiling  morphs  into  a  spiralling  array  of  illuminated  coves,  like  a  giant  conch  shell.  

From  the  lounge  bar,  the  procession  moves  into  the  whale  bone  archway,  where  a  central  corridor  divides  the  main  dining  spaces.  This  leads  into  the  dining  rooms  with  double-­‐height  starlit  ceilings.  Formed  as  though  the  enclosing  cage  within  an  enormous  whale,  the  bones  curve  and  soar  overhead.  The  focus  of  the  dining  spaces,  framed  at  the  end  of  the  corridor  ahead,  is  the  curvaceous  grill  bar  and  fresh  food  display,  with  a  lobster  tank.  Gently  illuminated  curved  privacy  screens  encircle  dining  tables,  as  if  a  glowing  shelter.  Between  the  lower  lounge  seats  and  the  higher  dining  tables,  rows  of  clear  slender  columns  trap  bubbles  of  air  rising  up  to  the  ceiling  surface.  Overhead,  curving  bulkheads  intertwine  with  an  explosion  of  suspended  crystals,  reminiscent  of  a  starlit  ocean  sky  at  night.  In  places,  sinuous  blown  glass  chandeliers  of  jellyfish  shapes  descend  to  meet  the  table  tops.    

 

 

 

At  the  head  of  the  dining  rooms,  sculpted  like  a  swirling  scallop  tail,  the  open  grill  bar  serves  direct  to  table.  Paired  with  the  visually  dramatic  wine  cellar  behind,  and  together  forming  a    

   

circular  shape,  they  sit  at  the  centre  of  the  restaurant  like  a  nexus,  and  articulate  the  flow  of  the  space  into  the  cigar  lounge  and  private  dining  rooms  beyond.  These  private  areas  are  tall  elegant  spaces,  with  cavernously  clad  walls  in  full  double-­‐height  dark  timber.  Divided  only  by  heavy,  lengthy  drapery,  the  spaces  open  with  a  flowing  motion,  and  the  organic  wrap  of  the  ceiling  shapes  and  suspended  crystals  links  them  together.  

The  material  palette  articulates  sensory  contrasts  between  soft  and  warm,  and  hard  and  cool.  Inspired  by  an  underwater  environment,  smooth  sweeping  surfaces  are  complimented  with  delicate,  and  at  moments,  sharp  edges.  The  colour  scheme  is  based  on  a  soft  colour  bed  of  sandy  beiges,  coral  pinks,  and  creamy  shell  tones,  which  is  animated  by  plunging  deep  blues,  startled  by  rich  orange  and  turquoise,  and  highlighted  with  aqueous  light  blues  and  greens.  

 

 

 

In  the  same  vein,  the  interior  materials  and  finishes  play  with  contrasts,  consisting  of  heavy  natural  stones,  rich  timbers,  crystalline  materials  and  coloured  glass.  Warm  materials  are  illuminated  by  translucent  aqueous  features  and  beaded  panels.  The  flooring  moves  between  the  deep  grey  and  green  stone  from  the  entry  way,  to  the  dark  washed  timbers  in  the  dining  area,  and  then  to  the  soft  creamy  carpets  of  the  lounges,  punctuated  with  wavy  aqua  and  salmon  patterns.  The  walls  shift  from  softly  illuminated  organic  forms,  to  heavily  timbered    

   

dark  burl  finishes,  in  the  private  dining  rooms.  The  windows  treatments  engage  with  delicate  suspended  LED  light  strand  curtains,  framed  by  glamorous  heavy  drapes.  Custom-­‐made  curvilinear  furniture  pieces  are  upholstered  in  an  oceanic  tonal  colour  palette,  leathers  and  soft  fabrics.  Sailing  arms,  wrapping  edges,  curling  and  repeated  oceanic  shapes  are  reminiscent  of  manta  rays,  sea  turtles  and  anemones.  The  upholstery  is  a  variation  of  crisp  white  leather,  plush  coloured  velvet  cushions  and  formalised  organic  patterns.  

� Why  the  design  works  

Prestigiously  located  on  the  top  floor  of  the  hotel,  boasting  enormous  windows  with  views  over  the  Macao  skyline,  Belon  Oyster  Bar  &  Grill  required  high  impact  to  achieve  notoriety  as  a  premier  dining  experience  in  a  luxury  brand  name  hotel,  such  as  Banyan  Tree.  The  evocative  underwater  experience  tied  into  the  oyster  theme  of  the  restaurant.  Successfully  set  over  around  2000sqm,  the  design  achieved  thoughtful  and  generous  space  planning,  is  uniquely  indulgent  for  guests  and  is  a  memorable  dining  experience  from  entry  to  exit,  exceeding  client  and  guest  expectations  in  design.  

   

 

SKI - Chalet Atlantique  

� Location:  Courchevel,  France  � Date  Completed:  2009  � Architect:  Developer/Designer  -­‐  Earlcrown  �  Interior  Designer:  in  conjunction  with  Noelle  Bonnemaison  

 � Short  Description  of  the  project  (c.  20  words)  

Setting  a  new  level  of  luxury  for  residential  property  design  in  Courchevel,  Chalet  Atlantique  is  the  ultimate  home  for  relaxing  and  entertaining.  

•  Design  Brief  

Benefiting  from  panoramic  mountain  views,  the  chalet  at  Courchevel  1850  is  set  in  landscaped  gardens  and  is  accessed  via  a  private  drive.  It  provides  4,359  sqft  (405  sqm)  of  luxurious  living  space  set  over  four  levels,  complete  with  large  outside  terraces.  Earlcrown's  vision  was  to  create  a  chalet  whose  quality  and  style  would  set  a  new  level  of  luxury  for  Courchevel  residential  property,  which  is  already  of  a  world-­‐class  standard.  

 

 

   

Earlcrown  extended  and  remodelled  the  large  existing  chalet  by  over  2,153  sqft  (200  sqm)  to  transform  it  into  a  true  super-­‐prime  residence,  using  the  finest  stone  and  timber  built  in  traditional  style.  The  Internal  architecture  was  completely  reconfigured  to  include  luxury  leisure  facilities  such  as  an  after  dinner  open  bar,  private  cinema,  gymnasium  and  fitness  suite,  sauna,  massage  area  and  haman.  

 

 

 

The  property  also  boasts  landscaped  gardens,  heated  outdoor  terraces  and  a  spectacular  outside  leisure  deck  with  sunken  Jacuzzi  provides  sweeping  mountain  views.  

The  master  bedroom  suite  is  on  its  own  private  floor,  with  four  further  VIP  guest  bedroom  suites.  The  entire  property  benefits  from  open  log  fireplaces  with  exposed  brick  chimneys,  feature  stone  walls,  ceilings  open  to  the  ridge  height,  with  large  wooden  beams  

Earlcrown  also  introduced  a  lift  to  connect  each  floor,  under  floor  heating,  new  security  systems  and  CC  TV  security  –  plus  a  new  commercial  caterer's  kitchen  to  facilitate  grand  entertaining.  

   

   

The  interior  architecture  and  interior  design  created  by  EarlCrown  working  in  conjunction  with  leading  French  interior  designer  Noelle  Bonnemaison,  who  designed  the  interiors  of  the  Saint  Roche  Hotel  in  Courchevel  and  La  Tartane  in  St  Tropez.    

 

 

 

The  large  main  living  room  with  open  feature  log  fireplace,  wood  beamed  ceiling  and  French  doors  opening  onto  a  spacious  outside  terrace.  

Earlcrown  also  introduced  a  lift  to  connect  each  floor,  under  floor  heating,  new  security  systems  and  CC  TV  security  –  plus  a  new  commercial  caterer's  kitchen  to  facilitate  grand  entertaining.  

The  interior  architecture  and  interior  design  created  by  EarlCrown  working  in  conjunction  with  leading  French  interior  designer  Noelle  Bonnemaison,  who  designed  the  interiors  of  the  Saint  Roche  Hotel  in  Courchevel  and  La  Tartane  in  St  Tropez.    

•  Favourite  /  Key  aspect  of  the  project  

The  quirky  cow-­‐hide  bath  is  a  design  statement  with  wow-­‐factor  

   

 

•  Why  does  the  design  work  so  well?  

 The  unity  of  the  interior,  which  feels  decadent  yet  in  keeping  with  its  location,  combined  with  state  of  the  art  facilities.  The  design  provides  true  versatility;  whether  throwing  a  party  or  relaxing  in  the  home  spa,  it’s  the  home  with  everything!