The luxury boutique hotel Grace La Margna brings a historic hospitality venue back to life, offering a new and original luxury proposition in St. Moritz. Nestled in the picturesque nature of the Engadine, the boutique hotel harmoniously blends modern luxury and glamour with history and the future.
The Grace La Margna is one of the symbols of the town, not only for its prestigious location and panoramic view of the Lake in St. Moritz but also for its elegance and traditional charm.
The hotel emerged from the ambitious project of restoring a unique historic building and adding a new adjacent structure, aimed at meeting the needs of a diverse and cosmopolitan public. London-based Divercity Architects and interior designer Carole Topin were commissioned to conceive this project, with the mission to design environments that are both classic and innovative.
The La Margna building, constructed in the early 20th century, features the Art Nouveau style characteristic of the Engadine. The hotel combines St. Moritz's glamorous past with the needs of a modern, cosmopolitan society, blending tradition and modernity.
The selection of furnishings, curated by General Manager David Frei, predominantly features iconic furniture from Molteni&C. These pieces fit perfectly into the rooms, aligning with the vision and aesthetics of the restoration project.
Grace La Margna skillfully blends tradition and contemporary style, offering environments characterized by warm atmospheres and a classic touch, where Molteni&C reflects the pure essence of Italian design.
Molteni&C has provided both fixed and loose custom-made furniture for various public areas of the hotel, including the reception, living room, bar, and the cigar lounge. In addition to the custom-made furniture, the hotel also houses some of the most iconic pieces from Molteni&C's collections.
In the reception area, guests are greeted by the Lido sofa with its balanced and classic forms, designed by Hannes Wettstein; the Hubert coffee table by Vincent Van Duysen; the Alisee coffee table by Matteo Nunziati; the Scriba writing desk by Patricia Urquiola; and the Chelsea chairs by Rodolfo Dordoni. These pieces showcase master craftsmanship through the processing of the highest quality raw materials, enhancing the appeal of these versatile designs.
The bar and lobby area are enriched by the Lucas and Lido sofas, the Chelsea and Sutton armchairs by Rodolfo Dordoni, and the Margou armchair designed by Creative Director Vincent Van Duysen. Also featured are the Domino Next pouf and 505 UP Sideboard by Nicola Gallizia, the Alisee coffee table, and the Ava bookcase by Foster + Partners.
The cigar lounge showcases the D.151.4 armchair, designed by Gio Ponti and part of Molteni&C's Heritage Collection. This collection, dedicated to the great designer, was created in 2012 in collaboration with the Gio Ponti Archives and Ponti's heirs under the artistic direction of Studio Cerri & Associati. It forms part of the Molteni&C Heritage Collection, which highlights traces of a past that remains contemporary and is re-proposed today.
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