Luggala Lodge was built in 1787 and Gothicized thereafter for the La Touche family (Dublin bankers of Huguenot origin). In 1937, Ernest Guinness bought Luggala and gave it as a wedding present to his daughter, Oonagh Guinness, on her marriage to Lord Oranmore and Browne. Oonagh quickly made the place party central. She “imbued Luggala […] Read more…
A Mallorcan getaway by Michael S. Smith
With Summer in full swing, what would be better for a blog post than a stunning Mallorcan Villa by Michael S. Smith? I’ve always admired Mr Smith’s ethos: a deep respect for tradition filtered through a modern lens. He’s always keen to learn the customs, craftsmanship, and history of the location in order to create interiors that […] Read more…
Hotel Mama
Last spring, Mallorca’s Grupo Cappucino opened the doors of their first hotel in Palma’s historic Plaça de Cort. Juan Picornell, the successful entrepreneur behind the group, enlisted Jacques Grange to decorate the 19th-century building. In true Grange style, Hotel Mamá boasts the designer’s bold vision, resulting in interiors that are elegant, timeless, and very liveable. The fresh […] Read more…