Article source: PAOLA BAGNA

The former governor of Abidjan’s residence was remodelled by architect Paola Bagna as 4* boutique hotel.

The design takes its cue from the Ivory Coast villa’s mid century style and tropical surroundings to charm guests with understated yet luxurious materials and forms.

Nestled between palm trees and tropical plants, this Le Corbusier inspired diamond in the rough had retained it’s appeal despite waterproofing and conservation problems. Over three years, Paola Bagna directed a renovation of the home, transforming it into a boutique hotel of 17 rooms including reception area, restaurant, meeting rooms / event space, bar, wellness area, indoor and outdoor lounges and a swimming pool.

Image Courtesy © François-Xavier Gbré

• Architects: PAOLA BAGNA
• Project: Villa Lepic Boutique Hotel
• Location: Rue Lepic, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
• Photography: François-Xavier Gbré
• Software used: Autocad, Photoshop, SketchUp, InDesign
• Design Concept: Anette K Hansen
• Hospitality Consultants: Areen Design & Graven
• Plot Area: 3500 m2
• Completion Date: 04/2018

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