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Luxury real estate Zurich: Residential real estate market – Prices flatline on a high after period of growth

  • Price highs of 35,000 Swiss francs (approx. 35,000 euros) per square metre
  • Sustained upward trend for modern urban apartments and historic mansions

Hamburg / Zurich, 18 January 2022. Zurich is among the cities in the world offering the highest quality of life. As one of the leading financial and economic centres in Europe, the city attracts many private buyers and institutional investors. With its population now having reached 440,000, more people are currently live in Zurich than ever before. “In Q3 2022, residential property prices in Zurich only rose slightly (+0.6%) over the same quarter last year. In view of the continuing demand from national and international buyers, along with the extremely limited supply of properties in prime locations, we expect prices to flatline on a high in 2023,” says Axel Kühn, Licence Partner at Engel & Völkers Zurich Paradeplatz & Oerlikon. The average price per square metre for apartments in the luxury segment is currently between 22,000 and 35,000 Swiss francs (approx. 22,000 to 35,000 euros). The average sales price for mansions and detached properties with living interiors of some 300 square metres is 9 million Swiss francs (approx. 9 million euros). The steady growth in the population will continue to drive this excess demand – meaning that, despite the current economic outlook and rising interest rates, prices can be expected to remain stable in the city centre, in prime locations, and the surrounding regions. The high quality of life, the diverse array of cultural offerings and educational institutions, and the proximity to the mountains make Zurich an attractive primary residence. Alongside traditional banks and insurance firms, many tech companies and start-ups have recently relocated their headquarters to Zurich. This trend alone will mean that the appeal of the city as a place to live and work will continue to increase.

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Appealing location factors and a high standard of living attract international buyers

Around 120,000 companies are based in Zurich, forming a dynamic network of major international corporations, innovative medium-sized companies and highly specialised small businesses. “The burgeoning start-up scene gives a further boost to its status as a business hub, which in turn is prompting lots of young talent and a highly qualified workforce from all over the world to settle here and, after initial rental experiences, act on their long-term purchase plans,” says Lars Keller, Licence Partner of Engel & Völkers Zurich & Zurichberg. While domestic clients account for around 75 percent of the real estate market, 25 percent of all property transactions in Zurich can now be attributed to foreign buyers living in Switzerland – and this figure is on the rise. The majority of prospective buyers come from Germany, the Benelux Union, the UK, France, Italy, Eastern Europe and Scandinavia.

Top prices for residential property in hillside locations on Lake Zurich

Among the most exclusive locations are Fluntern and Hottingen at the foot of the Zurichberg. These two residential neighbourhoods are east of the historic city centre and combine the benefits of suburban living with the luxury of expansive natural surroundings. The many opportunities for jogging and mountain biking make this location particularly popular with clients who enjoy a sporty, active lifestyle. Historic estates on large plots with magnificent gardens and unobstructed views of Lake Zurich and the Alps are in high demand here. In 2022, just a small number of properties of this calibre changed hands for tens of millions. Top prices per square metre in excess of 33,000 Swiss francs (approx. 33,000 euros) were fetched for high-end apartments.

The Enge neighbourhood is situated southwest of the city centre. Residential properties here are set over a hillside dotted with large parks filled with mature trees. This area is especially popular with young families due to it being within walking distance to Zurich’s business centre and lakeside bathing spots. In 2022, townhouses sold here for up to 10 million Swiss francs (approx. 10.1 million euros). The top price per square metre for loft apartments was as much as 24,500 Swiss francs (approx. 24,500 euros).

Höngg is located above the Limmat River on the slopes of the “Käferberg”. Thanks to its south-facing location overlooking the city centre, Lake Zurich and the Limmat Valley, this neighbourhood is highly sought-after by families and commuters. Residents here also value the proximity to the local recreation areas of Waidberg / Käferberg, as well as the convenient transport links to the city centre and Zurich Airport, which can be reached in just 15 minutes by car. In 2022, mansions in Höngg sold for an average of 4 to 5 million Swiss francs (approx. 4 to 5 million euros).

Zurich West is the former industrial quarter and one of the city’s up-and-coming districts. This trendy district has a captivating alternative flair and makes for an architectural contrast to the picturesque Old Town. A host of different cafés, vibrant craft shops and second-hand boutiques add to the charm of Zurich West. This area of the city is particularly popular with students and young entrepreneurs. Top prices per square metre for freehold apartments here in 2022 reached 23,500 Swiss francs (approx. 23,500 euros).

luxury real estate Outlook: Thriving economic area to safeguard high prices

New construction projects such as “Europaallee” directly next-door to Zurich’s main railway station, the “Käferholz” residential complex with over 200 premium freehold apartments and “Hamberger Park” with luxury apartments are all playing their part in the ongoing structural evolution of the city, and  attracting renowned corporations such as Google. Zurich is becoming increasingly cosmopolitan with the accompanying influx of expats, without losing any of its historical heritage as a centre of culture. The sustained price rises in recent years prove that Switzerland’s regional real estate market is witnessing stable growth. For 2023, prices are expected to level out on a high. “Thanks to their stable value, residential properties in and around Zurich are a sound and future-proof investment,” says Kerstin Kühn, Licence Partner of Engel & Völkers Zurich Paradeplatz & Oerlikon, who goes on to make a recommendation: “Focus on properties in well-developed communities in suburban or rural areas that offer space to set up a home office, or, alternatively, focus on micro-apartments in the city centre.”

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Classic mansion in Wollishofen

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Located in the heart of Zurich’s Wollishofen neighbourhood, Engel & Völkers currently has this historic mansion dating from 1895 listed for sale (price on request). The property is set on a plot spanning some 2,000 square metres, with a total of 15 rooms spread over three floors. The mansion is impressive for its refined details that include original parquet flooring, restored stucco ceilings and specially made silk wallpaper. (Image source: Engel & Völkers Zurich Paradeplatz)

Exclusive freehold apartment on the Sonnenberg

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Situated on the “Sonnenberg”, this exclusive apartment is on sale for 4.3 million Swiss francs (approx. 4.4 million euros). The 2.5-room apartment is located in a building with five residential units in total. It affords state-of-the-art comforts throughout its interiors, which span 113 square metres. The property also boasts a large covered terrace and, thanks to its southwest orientation, it is ideal for owners looking to enjoy a panoramic view over the city and the surrounding vineyards. (Image source: Engel & Völkers Zurich Zurichberg)

Thinking about redecorating your luxury house? It’s time to upgrade your home decor with Dubai‘s Most Wanted Modern Furniture Pieces of 2022. These exquisite designs will leave every guest mesmerized, and mostly yourself! Sometimes, one incredible piece is all you need to set the mood. Today, Inspiration And Ideas takes you on a tour through the most coveted design!

1. Lapiaz Sideboard

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

The Lapiaz Sideboard is a Modern Furniture piece born from the cold and freshly cracked to show off the world its rich, golden details. This contemporary sideboard is an exclusive piece designed to enrich your entrywayliving room, or even home office since its exceptional design awakens your passion while presenting unmatched versatility.

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022
Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

2. Lapiaz Center Table

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

The Lapiaz Center Table is one of the latest projects developed by Boca do LoboLapiaz was the inspiration for this Modern Furniture piece. The french word is the name given to the typical karst formations produced by the surface dissolution of limestone or dolomite rocks. It can also be caused by freezing and thawing in cold climates. This is how the Lapiaz luxury coffee table emerged.

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022
Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

3. Navarra Center Table

The design of Navarra center table captures unique Spanish warmth and the finest craftsmanship. An exclusive marble modern furniture piece and a polished choice for your home interiors, Navarra will bring a unique flair into your luxury living room.

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022
Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

4. Glance Mirror

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

With order being the pleasure of the reason, the disorder is the delight of emotions. What seems confused and cluttered can, at a glance, acquire a new meaning capable of inspiring and charming us. The Glance Mirror tells a story about the crossroads of life and the reason for the chaos.

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022
Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

5. Symphony Sideboard

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

The Symphony Sideboard is handmade by experienced craftsmen, each with different specialities, from metal work to wood carving. It features a cluster of polished brass tubes enveloping an exotic wood structure, creating a harmonious artful juxtaposition to the rhythm of the pipes.

6. Pixel Cabinet

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

Iconic and unparalleled, the Pixel Cabinet by Boca Do Lobo presents a ground-breaking modern furniture design. Made out of 1088 triangles, the upper part of the Pixel Cabinet plays with perception and combines exceptional materials with multicolored compositions to give the cabinet a unique, striking design: handmade leaf gilding triangles, 10 different types of wood leaves from palisander to African walnut veneer, and acquiring.

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022
Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022


7. Metamorphosis Dining Table

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

Metamorphosis Dining Table embodies handmade techniques such as wood carving, metal cutting, and hammering, and polishing, executed by some of the best craftsmen in Portugal. A modern furniture piece for those who have a peculiar taste for limited edition pieces and conceptual designs.

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022
Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

8. Imperfectio Sofa

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

Imperfectio is a modern furniture piece that praises artisanal work as the ultimate form of art that is quite intentionally imperfect; an appeal to the art which is truer to life. Part of the Imperfectio collection, it presents the most functional yet exclusive design.

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

Modern Furniture: Dubai's 8 Most Wanted Pieces of 2022

Un lujoso oasis en Texas: LUXXU ha presentado un complemento imperial crucial, una colección de muebles, con la que puede crear ambientes impresionantes. Ofreciendo acabados y materiales de aspecto noble, donde florece la personalización. Continúe leyendo este artículo del blog Inspiración e ideas para conocer un proyecto único: La Mirage Mansion en Texas, que contiene una increíble colección de piezas clásicas.

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Mansión La Mirage – Un Oasis Único

Para recrear una impresionante mansión en un oasis, el estado de Lone Star era ideal. El exterior sin duda transmite el impresionante paisaje del estado de South Central, mientras que los interiores pueden no hacerlo en el sentido tradicional del diseño de interiores de Texas. Uno puede esperar encontrar una atmósfera contemporánea realzada por una amplia selección de diseños únicos de LUXXU en cada división dentro de La Mirage Mansion en Texas, que encarna el lujo en su forma más refinada.


Entrance
Luxurious Oasis

Sin duda, el diseño de planta abierta se aprovecha al máximo en este oasis de Texas. Un gran espacio con un aire palaciego recibe a los visitantes tan pronto como ingresan a la mansión. Está completamente amueblado en estilos únicos. La lámpara de pared Magna y el otomano Algerone juntos crearon la atmósfera para lo que estaba por venir. La enorme puerta está adornada aún más con un tirador de puerta Skyline de estilo cosmopolita de PullCast, que tiene proporciones imponentes y tiene detalles en latón y mármol Nero Marquina.

MAGNA WALL LAMP
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Luxurious Oasis
ALGERONE OTTOMAN
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SKYLINE DOOR PULL by PullCast
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Luxurious Oasis

HALLWAY
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LUXXU optó por decorar la mansión con un pasillo cerrado que tuviera vistas al exterior. Un entorno contemplativo que combina a la perfección comodidad y lujo. La Scarp Console y Algerone Mirror, con sus formas distintivas, agregan valor estético mientras que Nubian Ottoman se transforma en el lugar ideal para relajarse. Por último, varios colgantes pequeños Tycho XS iluminan el espacio.

SCARP CONSOLE
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NUBIAN OTTOMAN
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ALGERONE MIRROR
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Luxurious Oasis

LIVING ROOM
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Uno puede apreciar completamente la belleza de cada diseño gracias a los techos altos. La estructura alargada y elegante del sofá Thomson llama la atención. El Sillón Charla y la Mesa de centro Algerone son la pareja perfecta. La belleza poética es presentada por el Magna Chandelier. Las formas orgánicas de la naturaleza y el impresionante paisaje montañoso que va de la mano con la ubicación de la casa sirvieron de inspiración para esta pieza. En conclusión, las líneas atemporales y discretas de la librería Lloyd hacen una declaración significativa.

THOMSON SOFA
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ALGERONE CENTER TABLE
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CHARLA ARMCHAIR
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DINING ROOM
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Una vez más, la colección Algerone se afirma, dando a este comedor una sensación de actitud arquitectónica y ostentación contemporánea. Por ejemplo, la mesa de comedor rectangular Algerone tiene detalles en latón pulido y está hecha de mármol Statuario. Arriba se muestra la suspensión rectangular Waterfall, una impresionante pieza de iluminación hecha de latón y cristal. El espejo Scala, una muestra de artesanía fina, mejora el juego ornamental en la decoración de esta habitación, mientras que el aparador Darian está disponible para espacio de almacenamiento adicional.

ALGERONE RECTANGULAR DINING TABLE
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Luxurious Oasis
DARIAN SIDEBOARD
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SCALA MIRROR
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Luxurious Oasis

KITCHEN
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En particular, el área de la cocina combina elementos como mármol, latón y madera para crear un espacio vibrante. Debido a su carácter intrincado, se destacan elementos de diseño como la silla de barra giratoria Galea o la suspensión Skyline de LUXXU.

GALEA SWIVEL BAR CHAIR
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Luxurious Oasis
SKYLINE SUSPENSION
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Luxurious Oasis

MASTER SUITE
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Luxurious Oasis

La Master Suite, que se divide por la mitad en un dormitorio y un armario, está elegantemente amueblada con una variedad de diseños exclusivos. Las luminarias Shard y los muebles Algerone de LUXXU dominan el encanto contemporáneo de la suite. La Cama Algerone, por ejemplo, se colocó directamente en el medio y se bañó con la luz relajante de la Suspensión Shard. El sofá Otto y los sillones giratorios también agregan un toque de terciopelo y estilo de mediados de siglo.

ALGERONE BED
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SHARD SUSPENSION
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OTTO SOFA
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OFFICE
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Se pretendía que esta oficina en el hogar tuviera amplias vistas de un exterior de oasis, donde la tranquilidad y la creatividad seguramente fluirán. El área está iluminada por la suspensión Liberty de LUXXU. Su riqueza y complejidad se combinan armoniosamente, haciéndolo ideal para aquellos que valoran la atención al detalle. El sofá Algerone destaca las líneas clásicas y los detalles geométricos por los que la familia Algerone es más conocida. Está cubierto de suave terciopelo marrón. Lo mismo se puede decir de la mesa de centro Algerone, que presenta detalles en mármol y un diseño clásico.

LIBERTY SUSPENSION
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Luxurious Oasis
ALGERONE SOFA
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Luxurious Oasis

OUTDOORS
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El espacio al aire libre es bastante grande y está dividido en varios lugares relajantes para que los huéspedes puedan apreciar todos los aspectos de este paisaje tejano. Puede ver un comedor al aire libre y un área para nadar / tomar el sol tan pronto como salga de la casa; todas estas características fueron proporcionadas por MYSA Outdoor, una empresa que ofrece una experiencia de aventura al aire libre. Aquí, las sillas de comedor de madera Charla y la mesa de comedor Vertigo se combinan maravillosamente, y la lámpara de pie Nebo agrega un toque de atractivo escultórico. Las tumbonas Hampton, por otro lado, resaltan una personalidad más minimalista con un fuerte sentido del estilo.

Luxurious Oasis
VERTIGO DINING TABLE
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Luxurious Oasis
CHARLA DINING CHAIR
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HAMPTON SUN LOUNGERS
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Luxurious Oasis
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Vacheron-Constantin

Égérie moon phase & Égérie self-winding

•   Two versions -one with moon phases and one date variation- in a taupe colour that is a first in the collection.

•   Similar to the watches from the Égérie collection, each have three interchangeable taupe-coloured straps, in alligator leather, satin and quilted lambskin, the latter being a leather proposed for the first time by Vacheron Constantin.

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Égérie moon phase

Reference                                                
8005F/000R-B958

Calibre
1088 L
Manufacture calibre
Mechanical, self-winding
30 mm (9¼ ’’’)) diameter, 5.03 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
164 components
26 jewels

Indications
Hours, minutes, centre seconds
Moon phases

Case
18K 5N pink gold
37 mm diameter, 9.32 mm thick
Bezel set with 58 round-cut diamonds
Crown set with a moonstone
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 metres)

Dial
Grey taupe-coloured opaline, “pleats” pattern made using the tapisserie technique
18K 5N pink gold ring set with 36/34 round-cut diamonds
Circular “pearl” minute track
18K 5N pink gold applied Arabic numerals and hour-markers

Straps/Buckles
Delivered with three taupe-coloured self-interchangeable straps: Mississippiensis alligator leather, satin, quilted lambskin, all with calf lining
Each strap equipped with an 18K 5N pink gold pin buckle

Total diamond-setting
94 diamonds, for a total weight of approx. 1.10 carats (guaranteed minimum carats)


Égérie self-winding

References                                                
4605F/000R-B957

Calibre
1088
Manufacture calibre
Mechanical, self-winding
20.80 mm (9’’’) diameter, 3.83 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
144 components
26 jewels

Indications
Hours, minutes, centre seconds
Date

Case
18K 5N pink gold
35 mm diameter, 9.32 mm thick
Bezel set with 58 round-cut diamonds
Crown set with a moonstone
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 metres)

Dial
Grey taupe-coloured opaline, “pleats” pattern made using the tapisserie technique
18K 5N pink gold ring set with 36/34 round-cut diamonds
Circular “pearl” minute track
18K 5N pink gold applied Arabic numerals and hour-markers

 

Straps/Buckles
Delivered with three taupe-coloured self-interchangeable straps: Mississippiensis alligator leather, satin, quilted lambskin, all with calf lining
Each strap equipped with an 18K 5N pink gold pin buckle

Total diamond-setting
92 diamonds, for a total weight of approx. 0.97 carats (guaranteed minimum carats)

8 inspiraciones árabes Majlis para el Medio Oriente

En la cultura árabe , es fundamental ser hospitalario , recibir a tus invitados de la mejor manera y hacer que se sientan cómodos y bienvenidos. Es por eso que un majlis tiene un papel especial y una importancia en una casa. Boca do Lobo ha seleccionado los mejores interiores de lujo de Oriente Medio para deslumbrar hasta los gustos más exigentes en las reuniones sociales. ¡Descubre las mejores maneras de saludar y entretener a tus invitados con estas inspiraciones árabes Majlis!

ALGEDR

majlis árabe grande por algedra en dubai

Como una de las mejores empresas de diseño de interiores en Dubai,  Algedra  le asegura que tiene un Majlis árabe único, noble y sofisticado. Los proyectos de diseño de interiores de Algedra  muestran estilos lujosos, modernos, contemporáneos  o clásicos de alta gama que sin duda tendrán un primer impacto sorprendente en cualquier huésped o visitante.

diseño de interiores majlis árabe contemporáneo por algedra en dubai

Diseño y construcción barroca

diseño de interiores majlis árabes de lujo por diseño barroco y construcción en qatar

Baroque Design & Build tiene su sede en Doha y se estableció en 2012. Su experiencia radica en el diseño arquitectónico y de interiores , así como en la implementación de oficinas, tiendas, restaurantes, torres, complejos y espacios habitacionales desde el concepto hasta la finalización. Esta impresionante compañía qatarí le asegura que tratará a sus invitados con el lujo refinado del Majlis árabe más exquisito.

 

diseño de interiores majlis árabes de lujo por diseño barroco y construcción en qatar

La Victoire Decoration & Trading

espacioso majlis árabe por la victoire dbd interior design en qatar

La Victoire DBD es una firma de diseño de interiores y exteriores de Qatar  cuyo equipo está compuesto por expertos en interiores estratégicos y maestros artesanos innovadores. No es difícil entender cómo su trabajo es tan buscado: su intrincado revela una atención al detalle sin igual, donde cada  mueble de lujo  encaja perfectamente con el diseño interior clásico , lo que resulta en una experiencia lujosa pero elegante .

espacioso majlis árabe por la victoire dbd interior design en qatar

Espacio AE

gran diseño interior majlis árabe por spazio ae en los emiratos árabes unidos

Spazio AE es una firma de arquitectura, equipamiento y diseño de interiores con sede en Dubái que trabaja en una amplia gama de proyectos en los EAU . Sus impresionantes proyectos de diseño de interiores modernos son obras maestras de alta gama, y ​​estos Majlis árabes no son una excepción, ya que brindan una experiencia de lujo inolvidable tanto para los propietarios como para los invitados.

diseño de interiores majlis árabe contemporáneo por spazio ae en los emiratos árabes unidos
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Interview with Cecilie Manz

Interview with Cecilie Manz

Sheer coziness for that feel-good factor in the bathroom

Since the introduction of the Luv series, Nordic style has become a firm fixture in the bathroom. Danish designer Cecilie Manz’s minimalist design language invokes the Scandinavian concept of living for a brand-new sense of wellbeing. Carefully conceived materials that also appeal to the sense of touch emphasise the gentle forms and strict geometry. Perfectly harmonized color combinations round off the overall picture.

What emotion do you associate with the bathroom range Luv that you designed for Duravit?

For me, Luv is about sheer coziness for the perfect feel-good factor – natural, uncomplicated, and unobtrusive.

What’s most important to you in a bathroom?

The bathroom is one of the most intimate rooms and what matters to me are qualities like “clean, “functional”, and “comfortable”.  Everything should be hygienic and low-maintenance, it should work well and at the same time I want the materials, colors, and the overall ambience to exude a sense of wellbeing. In the bathroom I enjoy my “every day spa moment”.

The colors and surfaces that you’ve selected for the bathroom series Luv radiate natural warmth while simultaneously managing to appear contemporary. Where do you get your inspiration?

In the bathroom you often find cool and clear colors. Because Luv has a very pure design, it was important for me to create a cozy and welcoming component using subtle, natural tones. I often find inspiration for colors in nature – I always have a couple of pebbles in my bag.

What were the biggest challenges for you in designing furnishings for the bathroom?

I’m not sure if it makes such a big difference whether you’re designing a piece of furniture for the bathroom, the living room, or the kitchen. The design process involves the same approach and we go through the same mechanisms. At the same time, you have a greater responsibility to a certain extent: for me it feels as though each individual object that I design in the bathroom is tailor-made for the specific person buying it. That might be because each object in this room is so important. For instance, you might have various chairs in your home and can choose which one to use at any given time. You arrange your home how you want and are constantly moving things around. That’s not so easy in the bathroom. That’s why I also think that people’s decisions are a lot more conscious when selecting bathroom furniture.

Do you believe that people’s wishes in terms of bathroom furniture are changing?

It seems that bathrooms are constantly getting bigger. On the other side there is also a need for tiny, highly efficient bathrooms. In any case we expect the level of comfort enjoyed in the rest of the home to be part of bathroom, too: more warm colors, natural materials, coziness alongside inventive solutions for keeping it clean and using less water.

Duravit AG
Founded in 1817 in Hornberg in the Black Forest, Duravit AG is today a leading international manufacturer of designer bathrooms. The company is active in more than 130 countries worldwide and stands for innovation in the fields of signature design, comfort-enhancing technology and premium quality. In cooperation with an international network of high-profile designers

such as Philippe Starck, sieger design, Christian Werner, Cecilie Manz and young talents such as Bertrand Lejoly and Kurt Merki Jr., the company develops unique bathrooms that enhance quality of life for users on a sustained basis. Duravit’s product portfolio comprises sanitary ceramics, bathroom furniture, bathtubs and shower trays, wellness systems, shower-toilets, tap fittings and accessories as well as installation systems.

         

Pinnacle Interiors Best Dubai’s Interior Design Firms

Pinnacle Interiors is a Dubai-based firm, with over two decades of work in Architecture and Interior Design, and they have been providing their clients with the best work since day one. Here is a selection of Pinnacle’s best interior design projects to inspire you on your own!

The restaurant and cafe Toplum is a place of elegance and clean simplicity with a luxurious touch and astonishing details. Dubai is known all over the world for its luxurious lifestyle and ultramodern architecture. Pinnacle Interiors’ project is a perfect match to this exquisite style that distinguishes this wonderful city.

Pinnacle Interiors - Best Dubai's Interior Design Firms - Toplum Project
Toplum Project | Pinnacle Interiors
Pinnacle Interiors - Best Dubai's Interior Design Firms - Toplum Project
Toplum Project | Pinnacle Interiors
Pinnacle Interiors - Best Dubai's Interior Design Firms - Toplum Project
Toplum Project | Pinnacle Interiors

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Pinnacle Interiors - Best Dubai's Interior Design Firms - Pietra Round Estremoz Dining Table by Boca do Lobo
Pietra Round Estremoz Dining Table | Boca do Lobo
Pinnacle Interiors - Best Dubai's Interior Design Firms - Soleil Armchair by Boca do Lobo
Soleil Armchair | Boca do Lobo

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Patchouli is a cafe and flower shop, decorated with the finest contemporary design with elegant lines. Golden details meet a floral and tropical wallpaper, that offers a calm and comfortable aesthetic, keeping the eclectic glamour that seems to hover in Dubai!

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DAYTONA SP3: THE NEW ‘ICONA’ INSPIRED BY THE LEGENDARY VICTORIES OF MARANELLO’S SPORTS PROTOTYPES

• The new Ferrari Icona was unveiled today flanking the Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2
• This limited-edition targa takes its inspiration from legendary 1960s Sports Prototypes
• The launch took place at the Mugello Circuit as part of the 2021 Ferrari Finali Mondiali

Scarperia e San Piero, 20 November 2021 – On February 6th 1967, Ferrari pulled off one of the most spectacular feats in its entire history when it took the top three places at the 24 Hours of Daytona in the first round of that year’s International World Sports Car Championship. The three cars that shot past the chequered flag in that legendary side-by-side finish on Ford’s home turf – in first place a 330 P3/4, in second a 330 P4 and in third a 412 P – represented the pinnacle of development of the Ferrari 330 P3, a model that chief engineer Mauro Forghieri had significantly improved in each of the three racing car fundamentals: engine, chassis and aerodynamics. The 330 P3/4 perfectly encapsulated the spirit of the sports prototypes of the 1960s, a decade now considered the golden era of closed wheel racing and an enduring reference point for generations of engineers and designers.

The name of the new Icona evokes that legendary 1-2-3 finish and pays homage to the Ferrari sports prototypes that helped earn the marque its unparalleled motor sport status. The Daytona SP3, presented today at the Mugello Circuit during the 2021 Ferrari Finali Mondiali, is a limited edition that joins the Icona series which debuted in 2018 with the Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2.

The Daytona SP3’s design is a harmonious interplay of contrasts, sublimely sculptural, voluptuous surfaces alternating with the kind of sharper lines that revealed the burgeoning importance of aerodynamics in the design of racers such as the 330 P4, 350 Can-Am and 512 S. The bold choice of a ‘Targa’ body with a removable hard top was also inspired by the sports prototype world: consequently, the Daytona SP3 not only delivers exhilarating driving pleasure but also usable performance.

From a technical perspective, the Daytona SP3 takes its inspiration from the sophisticated engineering solutions already adopted in racing the 1960s: today as back then, maximum performance was achieved by working on the aforementioned three fundamental areas.

The Daytona SP3 sports a naturally-aspirated V12, mid-rear-mounted in typical racing car style. Undisputedly the most iconic of all Maranello’s engines, this power unit delivers 840 cv – making it the most powerful engine ever built by Ferrari – along with 697 Nm of torque and maximum revs of 9500 rpm.

The chassis is built entirely from composite materials using Formula 1 technologies that have not been seen in a road car since the LaFerrari, Maranello’s last supercar. The seat is an integral part of the chassis to reduce weight and guarantee the driver a driving position similar to that of a competition car.

Lastly, just like the cars that inspired it, the aerodynamic research and design focused on achieving maximum efficiency purely using passive aero solutions. Thanks to unprecedented features, such as chimneys that extract low-pressure air from the underbody, the Daytona SP3 is the most aerodynamically efficient car ever built by Ferrari without resorting to active aero devices. Because of the clever integration of these technical innovations, the car can accelerate from zero to 100km/h in 2.85s and from zero to 200km/h in just 7.4s: exhilarating performance, an extreme set-up, and the intoxicating V12 soundtrack deliver completely unparalleled driving pleasure.

STYLING

Although inspired by the stylistic language of 1960s racing cars, the Daytona SP3 is clothed in very undeniably original, modern forms. Its sculptural power celebrates and interprets the sensual volumes of sports prototypes to wholly contemporary effect. It goes without saying that a design this ambitious demanded a meticulously planned and executed strategy from Chief Design Officer Flavio Manzoni and his Styling Centre team.

 

EXTERIOR

From the wraparound windscreen back, the Daytona SP3’s cabin looks like a dome set into a sensual sculpture with sinuous wings emerging boldly either side. The car’s overall balance is underscored by monolithic volumes that are a powerful articulation of the long-appreciated skills of Italian coachbuilding at its finest. The fluidity of its masses melds effortlessly with sharper surfaces, to produce the sense of effortless aesthetic balance that has long been a signature of Maranello’s design history.

The clean double-crested front wings are a nod to the sculptural elegance of past Ferrari sports prototypes of the likes of the 512 S, 712 Can-Am and 312 P. The shape of the wheelarches efficiently connotes the geometry of the flanks. At the front, they are structural and create a powerful link between wheel and well by not completely following the circular profile of the tyre. The rear flank swells out from the sylph-like waist giving rise to a powerful rear muscle that wraps around the front of the wheels, then tapers back towards the tail, lending a powerful dynamism to the three-quarter view.

Another key element is the butterfly doors, which have an air box integrated into them to channel air to the side-mounted radiators; the resulting sculptural forms give the doors a pronounced shoulder housing the air intake that is visually linked to the vertical cut of the windscreen. The pronounced surface of the doors, whose leading edge forms the rear of the front wheelarch, also helps to manage the airflow emerging from the front wheels. This surface treatment also closely recalls that of cars such as the 512 S which partly inspired the Daytona SP3’s stylistic code.

The wing mirrors have been moved ahead of the doors to the top of the wings, recalling again the sports prototypes of the 1960s. The position was chosen to provide better visibility and reduce the impact of the wing mirrors on the air flow to the door intakes. The shape of the mirror’s cover and the stem were perfected via dedicated CFD simulations to ensure an uninterrupted flow to the intakes.

That said, the three-quarter rear view of the car is even more significant as it fully reveals the Daytona SP3’s original styling. The door is a sculpted volume, which generates a pronounced dihedral form. Together with the powerful muscle of the rear wing, it creates a completely new, pinched-waist look. The door acts to extend the surface of the front wheelarch and counterbalances the imposing rear, visually transposing the volume of the flank and lending the car a more cab-forward look. The location of the side radiators allowed this architecture to be adapted to suit a sports car.

The front of the Daytona SP3 is dominated by two imposing wings that feature outer and inner crests: the latter dive into two air vents on the bonnet, making the wings look wider. The relationship between the perceived mass created by the outer crest and the aerodynamic role of the inner one underscores the way in which styling and technology are inextricably linked in this car. The front bumper has a generous central grille framed by two pillars and a series of stacked horizontal blades framed by the outer edge of the bumper. The headlight assemblies are characterised by an upper mobile panel that recalls the pop-up headlights of early supercars, a theme dear to Ferrari tradition that lends the car an aggressive, minimalist look. Two bumperettes, a reference to the aeroflicks featured on the 330 P4 and other sports prototypes, emerge from the outer edge of the headlights, adding a further expressiveness to the front of the car.

The rear bodywork highlights the powerful appearance of the wing by the repetition of the twin-crest theme and the aerodynamic vent that boosts its three-dimensional volume. The compact, tapered cockpit combines with the wings to create a powerful tail with a central backbone element inspired by the 330 P4. The naturally-aspirated V12, the living beating heart of the new Ferrari Icona, is revealed in all its glory at the end of this backbone.

A series of horizontal blades complete the rear, creating the impression of a light, radical, structured monolithic volume that lends the Daytona SP3 a look that is both futuristic and a nod to signatures from Ferrari’s DNA. The taillight assemblies are made up of a horizontal luminous bar beneath the spoiler and integrated into the first line of blades. The twin tailpipes are positioned centrally in the upper part of the diffuser, adding to its aggressive character and completing a design that visually broadens the car.

INTERIOR

Even the Daytona SP3’s cockpit takes its inspiration from historic Ferraris such as the 330 P3/4, the 312 P and the 350 Can-Am. Starting with an idea of a high-performance chassis, the designers crafted a meticulously refined space that delivers the comfort and sophistication of a modern Grand Tourer whilst keeping the styling language quite minimalist. It retains the philosophy behind certain styling codes: the dash, for instance, is minimalist and functional yet also entirely contemporary in feel. The typical upholstered cushions that were directly attached to the chassis on sports prototypes have been transformed into modern seats integrated into the body, creating a seamless textural continuity with the surrounding trim.

Several exterior elements, including the windscreen, positively influenced the interior architecture. Seen from the side, the cut of the windscreen header rail creates a vertical plane that divides the cockpit in two, separating the functional area of the dashboard that hosts the instrumentation from the seating. This architecture neatly executes the difficult feat of being both extremely sporty and very elegant at the same time.

The Daytona SP3’s interior aims to guarantee both driver and passenger a snug driving environment by drawing on styling cues typical of competition cars. The main idea was to broaden the cabin visually by creating a clear break between the dash area and the two seats. The latter, in fact, are part of a seamless textural continuity, their trim extending all the way to the doors, reproducing the elegant functionality typical of sports prototypes. This same extension of the trim can also be seen on the sill area when the doors are open.

The dashboard follows the same philosophy: here the Daytona SP3’s structure means that the trim extends all the way to the quarterlights, hugging the entire area connecting with the windscreen. The slender, taut dashboard seems almost to float within the upholstery. Its styling theme develops on two levels: the upper trimmed shell, which has a clean, sculptural look, is separated from the lower one with a clear textural and functional dividing line. All of the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) touch controls are clustered below this line.

The seats are integrated into the chassis and thus have the ergonomic wraparound design typical of high-performance cars, but also the kind of meticulous detailing that sets them apart. The textural connection between the seats and the extension of the theme to the adjacent trimmed areas, as well as certain volumetric effects, were possible because they are fixed, while the driver’s adjustments are taken care of by an adjustable pedal box. The clear break between the technical area of the cockpit and the occupant area also allowed the seat volume to be extended all the way to the floor. Even the headrests reference their competition counterparts, but while in the latter they are integrated into single-piece seats, in the Daytona SP3 they are independent. The fixed seat and adjustable pedal box architecture meant they could be anchored to the rear trim, thus also helping to visually lighten the cockpit.

The door panel design also helps to visually widen the cockpit. Some trimmed areas have been added to the carbon-fibre panels: leather padding on the door panel at shoulder height strengthens the connection with sports prototypes and further accentuates the wraparound effect. Lower down, however, the surfaces feel like an extension of the seat itself. The tunnel has a signature blade set beneath the connecting trim between the seats, with its functional elements at its extremities. In its front section is the gearshift gate reintroduced to the range on the SF90 Stradale. Here, however, it is raised and feels almost suspended over the volumes around it. The structure ends in a carbon-fibre central pillar that seems to support the entire dash.

 

POWERTRAIN

To give the Daytona SP3 the most exhilarating V12 on the market, Ferrari chose the 812 Competizione’s engine as its starting point, but relocated it to the mid-rear position to optimise the intake and exhaust layout as well as fluid-dynamic efficiency. The result is that the F140HC engine is the most powerful internal combustion engine ever built by Ferrari and deliver a massive 840 cv with the typical exhilarating power and sound of a Prancing Horse V12.

The engine has a 65° vee between its cylinder banks and retains the 6.5-litre capacity of its predecessor, the F140HB, sported by the 812 Competizione from which it inherits its upgrades. All the developments enhance the performance of a powertrain that sets the new benchmark for its category thanks to its astonishing soundtrack – obtained through targeted work on both the intake and exhaust lines – and the 7-speed gearbox, which is now even faster and more satisfying than ever thanks to the development of specific strategies.

Maximum revs of 9,500 rpm and a torque curve that rises rapidly all the way up to maximum revs gives occupants the feeling of boundless power and acceleration. Particular attention was lavished on reducing the engine’s weight and inertia by adopting titanium con rods, which are 40% lighter than steel, and the use of a different material for the pistons. The new piston pins have a Diamond Like Carbon treatment (DLC), which reduces the coefficient of friction to improve performance and fuel consumption. The crankshaft has been rebalanced and is now also now 3% lighter.

Valve opening and closing is by way of sliding finger followers, derived from F1 and developed with the aim of reducing mass and availing of more high performance valve profiles. The sliding finger followers also feature DLC coating and their function is to transmit the action of the cam (again with DLC coating) to the valve using a hydraulic tappet as the pivot for its movement.

The intake system has been radically redesigned: the manifold and the plenum are now more compact to reduce the overall length of the tracts and deliver power at high revs, while the torque curve is optimised at all engine speeds by a system of variable geometry inlet tracts. The system enables the length of the intake tract assembly to be continuously varied, adapting it to the engine firing intervals to maximise the dynamic charge in the cylinder. A dedicated hydraulic system governs the actuators and is controlled by the ECU in a closed loop, adjusting the inlet tracts’ length position on the basis of the engine’s load.

Combined with optimised cam profiles, the variable valve timing system creates an unprecedented system of equal height pressure peaks required to obtain power at high revs without sacrificing any torque at low and medium revs. The result is a feeling of continuous, rapid acceleration, culminating in astonishing power at maximum revs.

The management strategies for the gasoline direct injection system (GDI at 350 bar) have been further developed: it now comprises two petrol pumps, four rails with pressure sensors that provide feedback to the closed loop pressure control system and electronic injectors. Calibration of the timing and amount of fuel injected at each injection, in addition to an increase in injection pressure, have made it possible to reduce polluting emissions and particulate formation by 30% (WLTC cycle) compared to the 812 Superfast.

The ignition system is constantly monitored by the ECU (ION 3.1) which has an ion-sensing system that measures ionising currents to control ignition timing. It also has a single and a multi-spark function for when multiple ignitions of the air-fuel mixture are required for smooth, clean power delivery. The ECU also controls combustion in the chamber to ensure that the engine is always working at peak thermodynamic efficiency conditions, thanks to a sophisticated strategy that recognises the octane rating of the fuel in the tank.

A completely new variable-displacement oil pump was developed to allow oil pressure to be continuously controlled right across the engine’s entire operating range. A solenoid valve, controlled by the engine ECU in a closed loop, is used to control the pump’s displacement in terms of flow and pressure, delivering only the amount of oil required to guarantee the functioning and reliability of the engine at every point in its functioning. Importantly, in order to reduce friction and improve mechanical performance, a less viscous engine oil than in the previous V12 is being used, and the entire oil scavenge line has been made more permeable to make it more efficient.

ARCHITECTURE

To ensure that Daytona SP3 drivers feel entirely at one with their car, its engineering draws heavily on the ergonomics expertise Maranello has developed in Formula 1. The fact that the seats are integrated into the chassis means that the driving position is lower and more reclined than in the other Ferraris in the range. In fact, the position is very similar to that of a single-seater. This helped reduce weight and keep the car’s height to 1142 mm, which in turn reduces drag. The adjustable pedal box means each driver can find the most comfortable position.

The Daytona SP3’s steering wheel features the same Human-Machine Interface (HMI) already seen on the SF90 Stradale, Ferrari Roma, SF90 Spider and 296 GTB, continuing the Ferrari “hands on the wheel, eyes on the road” philosophy. Touch controls mean that drivers can control 80% of the Daytona SP3’s functions without moving their hands, while a 16” curved HD screen relays instantly all driving-related information.

Both the Daytona SP3’s chassis and bodyshell are made entirely from composite materials, a technology derived directly from Formula 1 that delivers excellent weight and structural rigidity/weight ratio. In order to reduce the car’s weight to an absolute minimum, lower the centre of gravity and guarantee compact architecture, several components, such as the seat structure, were integrated into the chassis.

Aeronautical composites were used, including T800 carbon-fibre for the tub which was hand-laid up to guarantee the correct amount of fibre for each area. T1000 carbon-fibre was used in the doors and sills, and is essential to cockpit protection as its characteristics make it ideal for side impacts. Kevlar® was also used for areas which are most subject to impact, thanks to its resistance characteristics. Autoclave curing techniques mirrors that of Formula 1, taking place in two phases, at 130° C and 150° C, with the components vacuum-bagged to eliminate any lamination defects.

A specific tyre was developed with Pirelli for the Daytona SP3: the new P Zero Corsa was optimised for both dry and wet performance with a particular focus on the car’s stability in low grip situations. The new Icona is also equipped with the latest version of Ferrari’s SSC – 6.1 – which, for the first time on a mid-rear-engined V12, includes the FDE (Ferrari Dynamic Enhancer) to increase cornering performance. This lateral dynamics control system acts on the brake pressure at the callipers to control the car’s yaw angle in on-the-limit driving and can be activated in ‘Race’ and ‘CT-Off’ modes on the Manettino.

The adoption of a mid-rear architecture and composite chassis also optimised weight distribution between the axles, concentrating the masses around the centre of gravity. These choices, combined with the work done on the engine, deliver record-breaking weight/power ratio and 0-100 km/h and 0-200 km/h acceleration figures.

AERODYNAMICS

The objective with the Daytona SP3 was to introduce aerodynamic solutions that would make this the Ferrari with the highest level of passive aero efficiency ever. This required painstaking attention to detail when designing the radiating masses for efficient heat dissipation. Management of hot air flows was thus vital to defining a layout that was as integrated as possible with the overall aerodynamic concept.

The increase in the F140HC’s engine power output meant a corresponding increase in the thermal power that had to be dissipated and thus an increase in the radiating masses for the coolant. To allow for the aerodynamics solutions required for the front end meant concentrating development on cooling efficiency first and foremost. Thus detailed work went into the design of the fan housing, the opening on the underbody to evacuate hot air and the intake duct which were all optimised to avoid having to increase the size of the front radiators.

Considerable research went into the design of the flanks which benefitted from the layout of the radiating masses for gearbox and engine oil being shifted towards the centre of the car. This solution  paved the way for the integration of side channels into the doors, allowing the intake ducts for the radiators to be moved forwards in the chassis. As a result, the front wing creates an ideal section for the intake ducts and captures fresh air that is also highly efficient in terms of cooling the radiators.

The high level of integration of aerodynamic functions into the design is demonstrated by the engine cover, which features a central backbone structure to channel fresh air into the engine intake as well as provide outlets to vent hot air from the engine bay. The engine air intake is at the base of the backbone design to shorten the distance to the air filter and minimise losses. The longitudinal slots that separate the backbone section from the single-piece rear bodywork dissipate engine heat and capture fresh air thanks to their interaction with the vents located between the blades on the rear bumper.

The layout adopted for thermal management created areas that the aerodynamics team could thus exploit to maximise overall efficiency. This was achieved by focussing on perfecting the integration between volumes and surfaces and by the introduction of new concepts for the underbody that function in in synergy with the upper body without needing to resort to active aero solutions.

The front of the Daytona SP3 is a strikingly harmonious melding of form and function. Either side of the central radiator grille are intakes to the brakes ducts and to the channels that vent through the outlets either side of the bonnet to create a blown duct that contributes to front downforce generation. Below the headlights are two aero flicks which increase downforce. The vertically stacked winglets inside the corners of the bumper guide the airflow into the wheelarch, creating an inwash that reduces drag by realigning the flow along the flanks and contains the turbulence generated by the wheel wake.

The blown geometry of the front bumpers is not the only element that manages the flow over the flanks to reduce drag. The spoke profiles of the wheels also contribute, as does the vertical design of the flank itself. The former increase the extraction of air from the wheel well and realign the wake with the flow along the flanks. The ample surface area of the latter acts as a barge board to keep the front wheel wake close to the surface and reduce the transverse size of the wake and thus drag. The barge board design also hides a genuine aero channel from the front wheel well that vents ahead of the rear wheel. This solution helps extract more floor performance to the benefit of both downforce and drag.

The developments on the underbody were designed to boost the entire floor performance, with the introduction of a series of devices dedicated to generating localised vorticity. Importantly, lowering the height of the underbody meant moving the peak suction closer to the road surface, boosting the efficiency of the devices that exploit ground effect. Two pairs of curved profiles ahead of the front wheels exploit their relative angle to the air flow to generate powerful yet stable vortices which interact with the underbody and the front wheels to develop downforce and reduce drag.

Other vortex generators were optimised and positioned in order to virtually seal the front underbody. The outer vortex generator is installed right on the edge of the chassis on the inner wheelarch aperture and has the same effect as a Formula 1 barge board: the vorticity created shields the underbody from the effect of the wake of the front wheel, thereby reducing interference with the more efficient flow created by the central section of the floor.

The most important development area for downforce was the rear spoiler. To correctly balance front and rear downforce the engineers fully exploited the opportunity created by the repositioned engine air intake and the new rear taillight design. These two solutions meant that the spoiler could be extended to occupy the entire width of the car. Its surface was not only increased in width, but the lip was also lengthened towards the rear which helped increase the downforce without penalising drag.

The most innovative solution, as well a defining characteristic of the car, can be found at the rear of the underbody: floor chimneys are connected to two integrated louvres in the rear wings by vertical ducts. The natural suction created by the curvature of the wings maximises air flow through the ducts and creates a fluid-dynamic connection between flows over the underbody and the upper bodywork. This feature brings three direct benefits: firstly, it reduces the blockage of the underbody by increasing the flow under the front underbody, increasing downforce and shifting the aero balance forwards to improve turn-in. Secondly, the increase in local acceleration of the flow created by the geometry of the intakes on the floor generates a very strong suction which improves rear downforce. Lastly, the rear spoiler also benefits from the additional flow coming from the louvres on the rear wing.

The final area of development was to increase the diffuser’s expansion volume, both in the vertical and horizontal plane, thanks to installing the exhaust pipes in a high, central position. The space that was freed up centrally could thus be dedicated to a solution similar to a double diffuser. The diffuser in fact permits the expansion of the flow on two distinct levels and gives a strong connotation to the rear, creating a bridge shape that seems to float in the tail’s volume. The concept exploits the high energy from the central area of the flow to efficiently channel the air both inside and outside of the central ‘bridge’ structure. This means the flow that passes outside the central channel energises the one inside, boosting the efficiency of the diffuser as a whole.

The Daytona SP3 has a wraparound windscreen in which the glass extends all the way to the start of the removable hard top. A nolder is integrated into its upper seal to accurately direct the flow over the header rail when driving without the hard top. The middle of the roll hoop area dips to follow the shape of the rear bodywork buttresses and the engine cover and thus minimises the possibility of the wake deflected towards the rear header rail tumbling back into the area between the seats. The airflow at the rear of the side windows is channelled by the rear trim behind the headrests towards a centrally recessed slot protected by the windstop so that it is vented outside the cockpit.

FERRARI ICONA

The Ferrari Icona series was launched in 2018 with the Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2, which were inspired by the competition barchettas of the 1950s that helped earn the marque its legendary status in motorsport with a string of prestigious victories. The Icona series celebrates Ferrari history by reinterpreting the timeless styling of the marque’s most iconic cars to radically modern effect using the most innovative materials and technologies available today.

The idea of taking inspiration from a particular time in history, which lies at the core of the Icona concept, goes much further than merely reusing styling cues from the past. Rather the aim is to distil the very essence of an era and using it as a spring board to create new concepts that themselves are unique enough to become icons for future generations. The Icona cars all boast exclusive solutions not seen in the rest of the range and are aimed solely at Ferrari’s top clients and collectors, proud ambassadors for the Prancing Horse marque.

7-YEARS MAINTENANCE

Ferrari’s unparalleled quality standards and increasing focus on client service underpin the extended seven-year maintenance programme offered with the Daytona SP3. Available across the entire range, the latter covers all regular maintenance for the first seven years of the car’s life. This scheduled maintenance programme for Ferraris is an exclusive service that allows clients the certainty that their car is being kept at peak performance and safety over the years. This very special service is also available to owners of pre-owned Ferraris.

The main advantages of the Genuine Maintenance programme are regular scheduled maintenance (at intervals of either 20,000 km or once a year with no mileage restrictions), original spares and meticulous checks by staff trained directly at the Ferrari Training Centre in Maranello using the most modern diagnostic tools. The service is available on all markets worldwide and from all Dealerships on the Official Dealership Network.

The Genuine Maintenance programme further extends the wide range of after-sales services offered by Ferrari to meet the needs of clients wishing to preserve the performance and excellence that are the signatures of all cars built in Maranello.

Daytona SP3 – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

POWERTRAIN

Type                                                                    V12 – 65°

Total displacement                                     6496 cc

Bore and stroke                                           94 mm x 78 mm

Max. power output*                                   618 kW (840 cv) at 9250 rpm

Max. torque*                                                   697 Nm at 7250 rpm

Max. revs                                                         9500 rpm

Compression ratio                                     13.6:1

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Length                                                              4686 mm

Width                                                                2050 mm

Height                                                                1142 mm

Wheelbase                                                     2651 mm

Front track                                                     1692 mm

Rear track                                                      1631 mm

Dry weight**                                                   1485 kg

Dry weight/power ratio **                     1.77 kg/cv

Weight distribution                                    44% front / 56% rear

Fuel tank                                                           86 litres

TYRES AND WHEELS

Front                                                                  265/30 ZR 20 J9.0

Rear                                                                    345/30 ZR 21 J12.5

BRAKES

Front                                                                  398 x 223 x 36 mm

Rear                                                                    380 x 253 x 34 mm

TRANSMISSION AND GEARBOX

F1 dual-clutch gearbox, seven speed

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE CONTROLS

ESC; high performance ABS e/EBD; F1-Trac; e-Diff 3.0; SCM-Frs; SSC (Side Slip Control) 6.1

PERFORMANCE

Maximum speed                                         >340 km/h

0-100 km/h                                                    2.85 s

0-200 km/h                                                    7.4 s

FUEL CONSUMPTION AND CO2EMISSIONS

Under homologation

* Engine power expressed in kW in line with International System of Units (SI) and in cv. With 98-octane petrol and including 5 cv of dynamic ram effect

** with optional lightweight content

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Design Limited Edition had the opportunity and the privilege to talk with the amazing and talented Jonh Coury, the co-founder of CM Studio Paris. Together with Florent Maillard, the interior designers give life to timeless interiors, with a taste of French elegance. We had a chance to discover all the details behind his outstanding work, are you ready to find out?

Jonh Coury and Florent Maillard founders of CM Studio Paris.
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When asked about the studio’s main mission, CM Studio Paris‘s co-founder shared that the goal is “to magnify the life of their customers by designing for them timeless and magical interiors. We want them to feel comfortable in refined environments that will remain perennially fashionable.”

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A Paris Apartment On Île De La Cité

Currently working on new and exciting projects, in France, the UK, Croatia, Serbia, and so on, Jonh Coury believes in the importance of social networks, rising in recent years, as a way to promote their work, and to keep a relationship with their audience, that goes behind continents, until Brazil!

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We believe that people are getting really bored with minimalism and that there is a real new interest for “twisted classicism”! “Nothing is more modern than antiquity” used to say Karl Lagerfeld.

Jonh Coury

Timeless interiors that magnify existence through eclecticism and poetry.

CM Studio Paris

French elegance and refinement are probably the aspects that best characterize CM Studio Paris, and what their clients feel more attracted by. “Most of our customers this year are Foreign customers for whom we are renovating apartments in Paris but also big properties in the French countryside and abroad”.

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When it comes to the importance of craftsmanship, and its quality, Jonh Coury believes it gives them a competitive advantage, explaining why foreign customers are starting to approach CM Studio Paris to realize projects outside of France.

A Paris Duplex In Le Marais

The wonder duo keeps standing out with the most ostentatious and bespoke settings in the interior design world. According to the interior designer, in terms of upcoming design trends, maximalism is the way to go. “We believe that Light, shining metals, natural materials, round shaped furniture, and maximalism will be more and more attractive in the years to come. And CM Studio Paris has a role in promoting those trends to a brand new category of customers.”

A Paris Duplex In Le Marais

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Venice Mirror

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Glance Mirror

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Fortuna Dining Table

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This magnificent dining table will add value to your unique home, with the gold details calling to luxury status and sophistication, that will enhance your dining room or even your office. The exclusive gold brass surface will be the perfect fit for any.

Newton Suspension Lamp

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Piccadilly Mirror

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Diamond Sideboard

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Monochrome Sideboard

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Pixel Cabinet

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Nothing is more colorful and elegant than this piece, this cabinet will add so much life to your exclusive interior design.

Symphony Sideboard

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Heritage Sideboard

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This traditional piece of art is the perfect fit for any room, where adding the perfect furniture is going to change everything.

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