The 1PlaceVendome hotel won the prestigious ‘International Hotel & Property Award’ at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2024 in the ‘Hotel with less than 50 rooms’ category.
In the illustrious setting of the Maison Chopard, at 1 Place Vendôme, a captivating transformation has taken place, orchestrated by the interior architecture firm Pierre-Yves Rochon PYR Design. This legendary mansion, built between 1718 and 1723, has undergone a meticulous facelift that preserves its authenticity and historical significance, making it one of the capital’s most sought-after luxury destinations.
Pierre-Yves Rochon’s global reputation shines through as the company breathes new life into this iconic structure, transcending conventional hotel standards. Rather than simply offering accommodation, this private residence by Chopard is a testament to meticulous design that enhances the overall guest experience. It presents itself as a captivating journey through different eras and styles, immersing visitors in the rich history of Louis-Ulysse Chopard, the founder of the House of Chopard, with the overriding objective of restoring the mansion to its golden age.
L’approche distinctive de PYR préconise la fusion des styles dans les espaces publics et les chambres privées, créant ainsi un mélange homogène qui fait écho à la grandeur du passé. L’hôtel particulier se présente comme une maison bourgeoise, avec une entrée qui rend hommage à l’architecture du XVIIIe siècle, avec des cabochons de marbre noir, des murs en pierre naturelle et une cheminée monumentale. Le réaménagement de PYR introduit un hall à la fois grandiose et accueillant sur deux niveaux, orné de rampes en fer forgé, qui invite les visiteurs à explorer les différents étages et à découvrir l’opulence qui se cache dans chaque détail.
PYR’s distinctive approach calls for a fusion of styles in public spaces and private rooms, creating a seamless blend that echoes the grandeur of the past. The mansion is presented as a bourgeois house, with an entrance that pays homage to 18th-century architecture, with black marble cabochons, natural stone walls and a monumental fireplace. PYR’s refurbishment introduces a grand and welcoming two-storey lobby, adorned with wrought-iron railings, which invites visitors to explore the various floors and discover the opulence hidden in every detail.
