“ I imagine the Jules Verne to become a manifesto of French chic ; a state of mind , synonym of a certain classicism , combined with a slight irreverence . The Tower is an embodiment of a balance between industrial aesthetics and high metal workmanship . The graphic and refined culinary aesthetic of chef Frederic Anton , who himself advocates the femininity of his cuisine , is a whimsical inspiration for the holistic décor . Our fusional exchanges between the plate and the décor are closely imbued in every material , volume , colour scheme , light and details of the Jules Verne , reflecting the emotion of the place ”
Photo credit : Stephan Julliard
“ My goal is to invite for elegance and attitude at the Jules Verne restaurant through contemporary decorative arts and the broad talent of French artists . To weave links between space and taste making the guests participates in a unique cultural conversation between the decorative and culinary arts of the 21st century and this timeless masterpiece , a symbol of the French spirit , the Eiffel Tower .” – quotes by Aline Asmar d ’ Amman
Aline Asmar d ’ Amman is the architect and interior designer behind Culture in Architecture , a design studio based in Beirut and Paris . It was founded in 2011 , with a deep belief in the power of beauty to elevate the soul and create joyful memories of places , in the fields of architecture , interior , furniture design and artistic direction .
Culture in Architecture has an array of international projects ranging from high end residential to luxury hospitality and bespoke furniture . Recent projects include the art direction of Hôtel de Crillon ’ s renovation , a collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld on his ‘ Grand Apartments ’ decor , the interior design of the palace ’ s historical salons and signature suites .
Seeking spaces with an intense resonance , Culture in Architecture cultivates narrative statements born from intricate dialogs between the raw and the precious , with a specific attention to the use of primary stones and handcrafted materials combining heritage with innovation and borrowing constant inspiration from the art and fashion world to every creative expression .
Culture in Architecture believes in bridging cultures and their knowhow with a forward-thinking re-interpreting the past to the future . www . cultureinarchitecture . com