MARCH 2014 VOL . 48 , NO . 2
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As W ’ s first ski resort as well as the brand ’ s first foray into Switzerland , W Verbier aims to blend W ’ s urban-chic roots with the beauty of the Alpine slopes . In many ways , the 123-room new-build property is a study in contrasts . Lead interior design firm Concrete Architectural Associates outfitted W ’ s signature Living Room with an outdoor terrace that runs the length of the space . Spectacular mountain views outside combine with an interior that features glossy black , silver and red as well as natural materials like leather , wool and fur . Read more in Design starting on p28 .
departments
5 Editor ’ s Diary
Welcoming the Jias of the world
8 Global Update Reinventing retail spaces
Taking ‘ advertorial ’ to the next level
Rosewood on the rise
54 Products
Tabletop , outdoor furniture , entertainment and more
64 Lagniappe
Hans Zahner , head chef , La Cuisine , Le Royal Monceau , Raffles Paris
46 Technology Security
52 Supplyline
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