Enter the sphere of sophisticated aesthetics and biophilic design as Boca do Lobo Blog delves into the exquisite creation by Taj Designs. This masterful bedroom exudes a refined ambience, blending natural elements with carefully curated design choices. Taj Designs is a company established by Sherif Helal in 2014 and the scope of work is residential, commercial, and administrative projects.

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Embracing Biophilic Design

Taj Designs has artfully embraced the principles of biophilic design, bringing the outdoors inside to create a tranquil retreat within the home. The master bedroom becomes a haven of serenity, where the interplay of nature and design is palpable. The central theme revolves around the integration of natural elements, fostering a connection with the environment.

Wood Walls: Nature Indoors

The foundational element of this master bedroom’s design is the use of wood walls, providing a warm and grounding backdrop. The natural grain and texture of the wood evoke a sense of authenticity, enveloping the space in a cosy, earthy embrace. This design choice not only adds visual interest but also introduces a tactile dimension to the room.

The Odette Bed: Elegance in Simplicity

At the heart of the master bedroom lies the Odette bed—a statement piece that epitomizes simplicity and sophistication. Cloaked in a neutral palette, the Odette bed integrates into the overall design, becoming a canvas for the room’s natural vibes. The nude hue of the bed contributes to a sense of understated luxury, creating an atmosphere of timeless elegance.

Eden as Nightstands: Functional Art

Flanking the Odette bed are two Eden side tables, repurposed as nightstands. These organic-inspired pieces not only serve a functional purpose but also contribute to the overall aesthetic of the room. The juxtaposition of Eden against the wood walls reinforces the biophilic theme as if the very essence of nature has been distilled into these artful furniture pieces.

As a purveyor of exclusively designed furniture pieces, Boca do Lobo‘s influence is unmistakable in this master bedroom. The integration of their unique designs adds an extra layer of sophistication to the space, elevating it beyond conventional norms.

Odette Bed & Eden Side Table

The bathroom of the Taj Designs master suite is an immersive experience that extends the beauty of the bedroom. Adorned with stunning stone on both the walls and the floor, the meticulous selection of natural materials not only imparts a luxurious aesthetic but also establishes a connection with the organic world. The centrepiece of this lavish oasis is the bathtub, surrounded by an infinite array of biophilic elements.

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Sephora, the world’s leading omnichannel prestige beauty retailer, launched its first Store of the Future in Shanghai in early June, marking a milestone in prestige beauty retail in China. With an array of innovative services, the new store offers exclusively curated brands with tech and digital elements for a unique retail experience. Situated on the popular East Nanjing Road in Shanghai, this is the second Store of the Future following the opening of a similar concept in Singapore in 2022.

To celebrate the launch of this store customized to the preferences of Chinese consumers, Sephora brought together the elements that create its distinctive difference, shared Alia Gogi, President of Sephora Asia: “The Store of the Future in Shanghai showcases our obsession for experiential retail, where consumers get to enjoy a curated and on-trend beauty offer, tailored and personalized services and classes, as well as digital touchpoints used to unlock consumer journeys within the store.”

Customers will discover nearly 230 products from over 35 global beauty brands including Tatcha, Pat McGrath Labs, Hourglass, Anastasia, Dr. Dennis Gross and Courrèges fragrances. What’s more, Cha Ling, Maogeping Light, Wei and other premium C-beauty brands will feature new products.

With its innovative concept and the incorporation of the latest beauty tech, Sephora aims to deliver a unique retail experience. Consumers can for example take advantage of personalized advanced skin analysis powered by big data analytics. There are also artificial-intelligence-generated makeup trends for inspiration, plus tutorials on the latest beauty looks matched to customers. RFID sensors are used to educate consumers on product ingredients and provide access to millions of customer reviews. And to ensure a fluid in-store journey, mobile points-of-sale let people check out anywhere and skip lines. Lastly, personalized gift packaging includes features like individualized voice messages.

In addition to ubiquitous advanced beauty tech in the store, for the first time in China, Sephora will also have a Beauty Live Studio to gather its beauty community for exclusive events such as masterclasses on trendy looks, the latest brands and products.

“Apart from incorporating beauty tech, Sephora’s Store of the Future in Shanghai is part of our ongoing commitment to deepen our engagement with the beauty community in China. We are excited to continue learning from our customers and partners to deliver a retail experience that best suits their needs and desires,” said Maggie Chan, Managing Director of Sephora Greater China.

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Designed as the ultimate sanctuary for well-being, the Dior Spa in the heart of the legendary Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris has been reinvented and now offers a special suite dedicated to light therapy.

Dior opened its very first spa in 2008 at the Plaza Athénée, an ultra-private haven of peace from urban stress. The exceptional 400-square-meter space on Avenue Montaigne has been renovated several times over the years. Today it takes on a new look, with an emphasis on a warm, serene atmosphere and high-tech treatments. The pale and enveloping décor is inspired by the hotel archways, with reorganized spaces highlighting wood, stone and other natural materials.

The new spa also reveals the exceptional Dior Light Suite, a treatment room inspired by light therapy with a ceiling able to reproduce the sun’s light to resynchronize the body’s rhythms and restore energy. Unique for a luxury Paris hotel, the room is the Plaza Athénée’s best kept secret. New treatments have been specially developed as well, notably the Dior Privé Sur Demande personalized treatments.

Dior is avant-garde in fashion and also in its vision of well-being and beauty. Offering guests a private luxury refuge that takes well-being to the highest level, the new Dior Spa Plaza Athénée is the ultimate invitation to unwind.

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