The Art of Design Issue 16 2015 | Page 120

120 The client’s billionaire business and media moguls Alexander Lebedev and his son Evgeny Lebedev wanted to restore the chateau to its former glory, whilst being respectful to the Swiss history and imposing architecture. The design brief was to create a world class boutique hotel environment with modern day luxury and old world charm. The public spaces are to be enjoyed by the locals, the Swiss visitors and tourists alike, whilst honouring the past and the important role the Gutsch has played in Lucerne’s history. Its first grand hotel is once again the most important and imposing hotel in Lucerne and again a true Swiss Mecca of style and service. Photos taken by: www.martynlawrencebullard.com