JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2013 VOL . 47 , NO . 1
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As the first new 5-star hotel in Gstaad , Switzerland , in a century , The Alpina Gstaad needed to complement its pristine surroundings even while contributing its own unique style . In addition to traditional Swiss touches , architect Jaggi & Partner AG and lead interior designer HBA London included unexpected amenities such as the Cigar Lounge . Inspired by the 1930s-style glamor of Havana , details include classic deep-buttoned armchairs , small custom-designed tables for ashtrays and red silk lampshades . The rolling countryside , meanwhile , provides a picturesque backdrop through the windows . Read more in Design starting on p34 .
departments
5 Editor ’ s Diary 47 and kicking
8 Global Update
2012 Hotelier of the World party
Four Seasons ’ foodfocused website
Cambodia ’ s teaching hotel
48 Technology Security
54 Supplyline
56 Products
Laundry , housekeeping , uniforms and more
64 Lagniappe
Euan Taylor , Cavallo Point Lodge
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