A personal review of design creations

MH142, Moët Hennessy’s new HQ: a serene contemporary homage to Art Déco
Enthusiasm, curiosity and pleasure: these three key words guided the approach of the architects of the Barbarito Bancel practice in designing the Moët Hennessy group’s new workspaces in Paris.

#Landmark: Dinan Train Station from Celtic Art Déco to Contemporary Architecture
The city of Dinan has recently added a new public space next to its very iconic train station. The contemporary element completes the already eye-catching Celtic Art-Déco train station with its 32-m tall tower.

The Renaissance Of La Samaritaine – Part 2 - A New Era
After 16 years of renovation and legal issues, La Samaritaine, a beacon for French retail and fashion history, has reopened its door last week. Not less than four architect firms were hired with Studio SANAA unifying the project.

The Renaissance Of La Samaritaine – Part 1 - History Of A Parisian Icon
Founded in 1870, inaugurated in 1910, closed in 2005 and finally re-opened last week, the legendary Samaritaine aims to restore its unique identity as a place for flâneries, a popular but exquisite store for everyone.

The Grand Suites of Venice Simplon Orient Express
When it comes to travel with class, there is no other train in world that can beat the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. The favourite playground of Agatha Christie is even adding more luxury than before.