DESIGN
Suite living area curtains , a vantage point that looks directly onto the bathroom ’ s fiery red-tiled tub — a feature Auer says was inspired by his mother ’ s house ( but without the peephole ).
Auer ’ s concept explores the notion of revelation — “ when you hide things , it ’ s much sexier than when you show it all ,” he says . For instance , the monk ’ s robes worn by team members partially conceal tattoos , adding to the mystery of what might be discovered underneath .
A less-is-more philosophy applies to Auer ’ s vision for the future of luxury , too , which he sees as inextricably linked with sustainability .
“ Guests are increasingly interested in bespoke journeys and experiences rather than the physical design ,” he says . “ We ’ ll be buying less , but better , so the only way I can contribute is to hope I ’ ve created something that will last 40 years .”
Suite bedroom area
The tub in the suite ’ s bathroom was inspired by the designer ’ s mother ’ s house .
REVELATION The sacred and the profane are up for debate in the dark-lit hedonistic sanctuary of Sinner ’ s Suite . Created to emulate the apartment of a worldly traveler , it mixes period features including the classic ’ 80s Togo sofa and a 14th-century bust . Auer also drew inspiration from the residence of fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld , an early collaborator on interiors projects , by replicating his home ’ s rug pattern .
Pushing boundaries in the bedroom closet is a chair and a peephole hidden behind black velvet
48 hotelsmag . com March 2020