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Stephanie Chen

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Aubrey’s Corner, Designed by Emma Montgomery, Opens as a Day-to-Night Bistro in Summit, New Jersey

🍴 Aubrey’s Corner, a new all-day bistro in Summit, New Jersey, designed by Emma Montgomery Design, combines warmth with sophisticated design. The space features herringbone white oak flooring, olive velvet, russet leather banquettes, and French café seating. Expansive curved windows enhance natural light, while a bar-forward layout fosters social interaction. The design embodies “new American ease,” harmonizing timeless materials with a cozy, inviting atmosphere, seamlessly transitioning from day to night dining experiences.
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NoMad Residences Wynwood Opens in Miami's Arts District with 329 Fully Furnished Units and Luxury Amenities

🏠 NoMad Residences Wynwood has opened in Miami, marking the residential debut of the NoMad brand outside New York City. Developed by Related Group and Tricap with Sydell Group, this nine-story, 329-residence community is part of Wynwood's arts district. Residences range from 464 to 931 square feet, fully furnished with luxurious finishes. Amenities include rooftop lounges, a resort-style pool, and shared workspaces. Located near Wynwood Walls, it embodies a blend of art, culture, and modern living.
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The Dali EDITION Hotel Opens in Yunnan, Featuring 151 Rooms and Villas with Panoramic Mountain and Lake Views

🏨 Perched on Cangshan Mountain at 6,860 feet in Yunnan, China, the Dali EDITION overlooks Erhai Lake. Designed by CCD/Cheng Chung Design, the hotel features 151 accommodations, including private villas. Rooms, starting at 646 square feet, offer scenic views. The 2,690-square-foot presidential suite includes an indoor pool. Dining includes Market at EDITION and Japanese KUSHO. The spa has five treatment rooms and an 82-foot pool, while the grand ballroom features integrated lighting and acoustics.
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Conrad Athens the Ilisian Opens with 278 Guestrooms, Athens’ Largest Suite Collection, and Expansive Wellness Facilities

🏨 Who? Conrad Athens the Ilisian, Hilton, Yannis Moralis, AvroKO, Mare Studio, Saridis, Eleni Vernadaki, Dino Michael. When? Recently opened. Where? Athens, Greece. What? Transformation of Hilton Athens into a mixed-use resort with 278 rooms and suites, including the Omega Penthouse. Amenities include a wellness ecosystem, House of NYNN, and nine dining concepts. How? Combining historical elements with modern luxury, commissioned artworks, largest outdoor pool in Athens, and a rooftop gym.
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Sans-Arc Studio Completes Vibrant Gelato Messina in Glenelg, Australia, Inspired by Sicilian Design Elements

🍦 Located in Glenelg, Australia, Gelato Messina by Sans-Arc Studio transforms the traditional gelato shop with bold, immersive design inspired by southern Italian nostalgia. Utilizing radical color schemes and durable materials, the interior features open spaces and limited seating to accommodate large crowds. Its design highlights movement and social interaction, with subtle nods to Sicilian culture and playful elements like vendor cart motifs and lightboxes.
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CherryHouse Café in Dubai Offers Unique Coffee Experience with Transparent Pipe Bean Journey Display

☕ CherryHouse, located in Dubai and designed by Verhaal Studio, offers a unique coffee experience. The café highlights coffee's journey with transparent pipes, showcasing beans traveling from roastery to café. Its interiors feature a cherry hue, inspired by the coffee fruit, and a mix of warm metallics and tactile materials that merge baking and coffee rituals. The design emphasizes process, transforming the space into a calm backdrop for engaging coffee and baking experiences.
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Sonesta to Launch 250-Room James Nautilus Miami Beach as Flagship for Reimagined James Hotels Brand

🏨 Sonesta International Hotels will debut the James Nautilus Miami Beach on Collins Avenue later this year. This 250-room hotel will be the flagship of the revamped James Hotels brand. The project pays tribute to the original Nautilus Hotel, designed by Morris Lapidus in the 1950s. A collaboration with LDV Hospitality will offer Mediterranean cuisine, omakase dining, and a late-night lounge. Expansion plans include a Downtown Miami location by 2030.
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