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Villa Lepic Boutique Hotel in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire by PAOLA BAGNA

Sunday, March 31st, 2019

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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THE ASSINIE‐MAFIA CHURCH in Côte d’Ivoire by Koffi & Diabaté Architectes

Friday, May 1st, 2015

Article source: Koffi & Diabaté Architectes

Here, our goal was to go beyond the traditional and to create a building in conformity with religious norms, all the while being modern, imposing and reflective of the spirit of the city. A building structure with character, both simple and intricate in its design details, with an emphasis put on natural ventilation. The project was built as a part of our community projects initiatives (donating the architecture) with the help of local residents.