Sheraton to double its portfolio of Spas by 2015

Sheraton Hotels will grow its portfolio of signature hotel spas across Asia, the Middle East and Eastern Europe as the brand continues to expand its footprint in the world’s fastest growing markets. In tune with the resurgence of the economy and growing demand for luxury services, Sheraton will double its robust portfolio of Shine Spas … Read more

Eco-neoromance: architects Danny De Munter and Wim Gyselinck design palace in Saudi Arabia

Danny De Munter, a Belgian architect specialized in high-end interior design and restoration, and Wim Gyselinck, have been designated to build the new city palace in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Flemish approach, far away from the curls and ‘opera style’ often associated with Middle Eastern architecture, can be best described as a combination of ‘eco-neoromance’ … Read more

Roberto Cavalli expands Home collection

The Roberto Cavalli Group expanded the “Home” sector, offering Murano glass lamps, rugs and tableware. The new ranges will make their debut during Salone del Mobile Milano. “The decision to create ‘Roberto Cavalli Home’ derives from my personal desire to share with those who love me the joy of living of my design, of my … Read more

A new luxury residential project on Palm Jumeirah

“We are selling plots of land at prices that are higher than pre-crisis levels” Nakheel, one of the Dubai’s leading real estate developer, launched a new luxury residential project on Palm Jumeirah. The community residential – The Palma Residences will have 104 townhouses and will be a separate gated community with a Mediterranean-style design. Construction is … Read more

Magna Carta, the most important document in the world, is preparing for the 800th anniversary

Magna Carta to get modern makeover for 800th anniversary The Magna Carta will celebrate in 2015 its 800th anniversary. On this occasion, the English medieval document considered a cornerstone of modern democracy, will get a modern makeover. Auction house Sotheby’s described Magna Carta, which translates from the Latin as “Great Charter”, as “the most important document … Read more

Harry Winston luxury segment increased 19% in the prior year

Harry Winston Diamond Corporation Reports Fiscal 2012 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results Harry Winston Diamond Corporation announced its fourth quarter and year-end results for the period ending January 31, 2012. The annual results highlights include: Rough diamond production for the calendar year 2011 was 6.7 million carats compared to 6.5 million carats in the prior calendar … Read more