CASE STUDY
Locke De Santa Joana: A Contemporary Hotel Between Memory and Light
In the heart of Lisbon, nestled between archaeological remnants and the vibrant energy of the Portuguese capital, Locke de Santa Joana, designed by studio Uncanny, embodies a contemporary vision of hospitality. Spread across a remarkable 21,706-square-metre site, this 371-room hotel offers an immersive experience where design, local culture, and craftsmanship harmoniously intertwine. Églantine Sicat and Pauline Dellemotte led the artistic direction of the public spaces, as well as the bespoke furniture, overall styling, and art curation for the rooms. This work was carried out in collaboration with studio LRV, responsible for the project’ s interior architecture. building while celebrating the dialogue between past and present. Marble sourced directly from the Estremoz quarries and warm, dark woods flow throughout the spaces. Bespoke furniture, crafted in the Porto region, sits alongside Moroccan artisanal pieces from the Ourika Valley: zellige and wrought-iron tables, straw light fittings, terracotta amphorae … craftsmanship is celebrated here with genuine authenticity. Textiles have been meticulously selected: short-pile velvet, natural
A Tribute to Lisbon and Its Craftsmanship
In this sensitive reinterpretation of a historic site, Uncanny has embraced an emotional approach to design, inspired by Lisbon’ s unique light. Vibrant colours, tactile materials, bold textures— each element pays homage to the identity of the
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