Stephanie Chen

🌲 Danish brand Vipp unveiled its first U.S. retreat, Vipp Pavilion, in Upstate New York, a 1,200 sq. ft. structure designed by Johnston Marklee. Located on a pond surrounded by 16 acres of forest, the pavilion took four years to design, featuring a unique geometric form and tactile interiors. It includes two bedrooms and a kitchen with aluminum accents. The surrounding landscape, crafted by Larry Weaner Landscape Associates, uses low-maintenance native plants.

🍴 Fooq’s, a 14,000-square-foot dining venue, reopened in Miami's Little River with design by Joyn Studio. David and Joshua Foulquier lead this Iranian-French inspired space, offering rustic elegance. Notable features include an intimate entrance bar, a wine corridor, and a double-height dining room with greenery. The outdoor patio matches the interior size, and the Lion’s Den upstairs provides a private, late-night ambiance. Joyn Studio incorporated deep reds, neutrals, and natural materials for a Miami-Scandinavian fusion.

🏖 Set in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste region, the St. Regis Papagayo Resort is emerging with a quarter-mile beachfront. Developer Solana collaborates with CHAPI Design, Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos, Gensler, and Maat Handasa. The resort will offer 120 ocean-view guestrooms and 143 residences priced from $3 million. Key offerings include six dining venues, infinity pools, a spa, and a 21,161 sq ft Astor Mansion priced at $30 million. Groundbreaking for residences is imminent.

🏨 Huntington Hotel, located atop San Francisco's Nob Hill, reopened after a renovation by Flynn Properties and Highgate. The 143-key hotel features 71 guestrooms and 72 suites, including a 1,500 sq ft penthouse. The reopening marks the 50th anniversary of the Big Four restaurant, now a 72-seat dining space. The Nob Hill Spa, renovated with a three-floor wellness facility, includes 12 treatment rooms, an indoor pool, and an 1,800 sq ft fitness center.

🏠 New York's Zero Bond opened a 15,000-square-foot members club at Wynn Las Vegas. Designed by Tihany Design and Todd-Avery Lenahan, it emphasizes culture and hospitality. The interiors feature rotating art exhibitions, including works by Ansel Adams and Camille Claudel. Dining includes the Fairway Grill by chef Alfred Portale. Amenities include a Baby Disco, Penthouse, and cigar lounge. Outdoor Sculpture Garden features art by Herb Alpert and Joan Miró. Two private gaming salons are also available.

🍹 Detroit, 2026: Saksey’s lounge opens in downtown Detroit's Parker’s Alley, a collaboration between NoHo Hospitality Group and the Gilbert family. The venue combines 1970s nostalgia with modern craft, featuring regional craftsmanship and local art. Interior architect Daniel Caudill blends Detroit’s past and present with dark cherry wood, green velvet, and vintage lounge pieces. Custom elements include furniture by Slowhouse Furniture, lighting by Britten Home, and a bespoke bar by Studio XC.

🏠 London, 2026: A-nrd redesigns Anise bar at Cinnamon Kitchen, Devonshire Square, originally an East India Trading warehouse. The 60-seat venue includes a monolithic bar with 24 stools in tarragon leather and a new oak countertop. The redesign features spice-inspired materials: dark oak, velvet, and terrazzo. A-nrd incorporates personal elements like Indian ceramic figurines. Chef Vivek Singh's vision, realized by A-nrd founder Alessio Nardi, aims for an intimate, inviting space without excessive design.

🏖 Red Cliffs Lodge Moab on the Colorado River completed a redesign over the past year, led by Sormeh Rienne and Atwater Inc. Studio. The property features 40 creekside and 39 riverfront suites, with a final renovation phase of 31 cabins set for completion this month. The lodge includes floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the landscape and a new restaurant, Ember. The renovations emphasize natural materials and are designed to reflect the area's rugged beauty.

🍴 Musaafer New York, launched in Tribeca as a second location of the Michelin-starred Houston concept, is designed by Chromed Design Studio from New Delhi. Chef Mayank Istwal drew inspiration from his 100-day journey across India's 29 states. The restaurant features intricate interiors, highlighted by the Sheesh Mahal room, adorned with hand-cut mirrors. The setting includes elements inspired by Jaipur’s Hawa Mahal and traditional Indian motifs, emphasizing a connection to Indian heritage.