In the picturesque Provençal village of Mane, Fabien Piacentino and his family have overseen life at the historic hotel Le Couvent des Minimes for over a decade. Under their stewardship, Le Couvent L'Occitane Spa has become one of the most beloved boutique retreats in the South of France.
'For me, family is sacred. Together with the other members of our team, we are a family and we treat our guests as such.'
In Le Couvent's outdoor areas and covered patios, Marcel Gascoin's F-Chair in teak and woven cord contributes to an atmosphere of warmth, refined rusticity, and connection to the surrounding landscape.
'For nearly eight months of the year in Provence, the thing you want most is to spend time outside. It is essential that any outdoor space embodies the same warmth and comfort as the inside. For us, the surrounding area of the hotel provides a well-balanced and serene setting for life alfresco.'
Ignored for decades, the nave of the former church has been lovingly restored into what is now the hotel's lobby and reception area. GamFratesi's generous and cosy Sejour Lounge Chairs sit alongside sophisticated Wonder Sofas, Private Vitrines, and Sideboards by Space Copenhagen, beneath stained glass windows and cathedral archways. The atmosphere is one of quiet luxury with the warmth of a countryside family home.
Curated designs, including GamFratesi's Violin Chairs and Paavo Tynell's 9602 Floor Lamps, infuse each space with a sedate elegance.
'Ultimately, it is in our DNA to listen—to the people, to the rich history, to the original materials, and to the surrounding area. From listening comes authenticity and truth.'
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