DESIGN : W PARIS – OPÉRA
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Guestrooms boast restored historical elements such as this fireplace . The Louis XV-style chair is enhanced with customized leather .
Designed to feel intimate and warm , signature restaurant Arola features wood floors to enhance the residential atmosphere as well as a restored heritage marble fireplace to anchor one of the dining rooms .
Cutlery at Arola includes Laguiole knives reminiscent of gypsy knives , a nod to chef Sergi Arola ’ s Spanish roots .
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