FLORAISON THE AESTHETIC SIDE OF SUSTAINABLE LUXURY ISSUE 5 | JULY 2021 DELECTABLE INTERIORS DESIGNS BUILT TO LAST
editor's notes In the fifth issue of Floraison, we have taken the idea of conceptual experience to a new level. To speak through stories, to express through photography and to introduce new brands and to praise existing brands in their quest to become sustainable whilst still maintaining luxury at its core. The notion of luxury is heightened when we appreciate that the luxury is sourced responsibly. We want to take you to all corners of the planet, to discover brands that align with our vision and in issue 5. We will delve into the beauty of the cities taking sustainability to new levels, and the industries that promise to make the changes for a better world. We also speak exclusively to the new vice president of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, to see the future of the industry. Jennifer Durrans, floraison OUR CONCEPTUAL MAGAZINE OFFERS A WAY TO LEARN DEEPER ABOUT THE STORIES OF BRANDS DELVING INTO SUSTAINABLE LUXURY, THOSE WHO ALREADY HAVE ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS WITH A PASSION TO CHANGE. EACH ISSUE WE TAKE READERS ON A JOURNEY, FROM THE DEPTHS OF THE MOROCCAN DESERT, TO THE CERULEAN BLUES OF THE GREAT BARRIER REEF. LET'S DISCOVER TOGETHER.
CONTENTS eco-efficiency with francisco saiz, page 1 explore the beauty of colourful design in the wilderness, rwanda's charm, page 5 Rwanda is home to some magnificent beauty and a hotel that is worthy of your travel bucket list monaco’s new carbon neutral Goal, page 9 Monaco's plan to create an eco-friendly future by 2030 unparalleled lines, japanese design, page 11 Exquisite japenese design is still prevalant today, its charms prevail in modern design the fruits of madeira, page 14 Madeira's rich culture is blossoming with nature and their fruits play a huge part in today's world sarajevo, the phoenix of the balkans page 16 A brilliant story to unfold, this hidden city is a gem worth exploring
CONTENTS michael altneu, coldwell banker's new vice president, page 18 Meet Michael Altneu as he speaks exclusive to Floraison magazine about new luxury trends and sustainability chicago institute of art, page 21 indian creativity, page 22 the future of aviation, page 24 What does the future hold for the aviation industry? osaka, japan, page 25 kalymnos, the island of the east, page 27 the sponges of kalymnos, page 30 Learn about the sponges that bring this island to fruition and their journey through the ages wicker, the old yet modern tradition, page 33 the story of rattan, page 35
CONTENTS tali cohen, a tel aviv home, page 37 Take a look inside one of Tel Aviv's most majestic apartment. a new page for Croatia, page 40 sustainability of the cruiser line, page 43 What does the future hold for the cruise liner? sustainable yachting, page 42 A holiday with a purpose. rediscovering a new golden age in monaco, page 45 Monaco is at a turning point, and it's all luxury. theatre - the mask of emotion, page 47 Theatre, an art as old as time. How and why mask theatre prevails after so many centuries.
“Colour helps to express light, not the physical phenomenon, but the only light that really exists, that in the artist’s brain.” – Henri Matisse Floraison Magazine 01
colour, a visual identity for everyone Color plays a key role in a brand's visual identity. The goal? Create a mood, attract attention and even in some cases arouse emotions. It is therefore important that you do the right thing by understanding the different interpretations. Whether it's designing something for yourself or for a client, your choice of shades for logos, campaigns, websites or advertisements will significantly determine how the brand will be viewed by audiences. Floraison Magazine 02
ECO-EFFICIENCY WITH FRANCISCO SAIZ Paloma and her husband José, the owners of this house did not want just any. Their attention was drawn to the housing projects of the Modulab system. Francisco Saiz, architect and creator of the company, explains that this house is modular, and it is therefore a prefabricated construction in the factory, made of modules that can be brought to the field by truck. But it is also sustainable and eco-efficient, based on a bioclimatic design that adapts to the environment in which it is located, and favors the use of efficient energy systems where renewable energies and bioconstruction are essential. For its construction, recycled and recyclable materials with low impact are of course used. The decoration itself with a colorful design is a wish of the owners, lovers of plants and personalized interiors. Floraison Magazine 03
The British painter, composer and satirist Edward Lear described the stunning beauty of the bay in a 1862 letter. After the bustle of the city of Corfu, Lear wrote, every hour in the bay rejuvenates me a year. It's just a pity the peace here will not last forever, \"cursed picnic groups with miserable donkeys arrive tomorrow, and the silence will disappear - as I will.\" We envied the irritated Lear. Floraison Magazine 04
IN THE WILDERNESS In 2019, this small country of 12 million inhabitants attracted 1.7 million tourists, according to figures from the government body Rwanda Development Board . The second safest nation in Africa, it has one of the fastest growing economies on the continent, with more than 8%. Little affected by Covid-19 compared to its African neighbors, Rwanda hopes to welcome tourists in the fall, the ideal period for a trip to its territory. On the last Saturday of each month, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., all Rwandans must participate in a task to serve the community or help someone in difficult circumstances. A practice enshrined in the Constitution, proclaimed in 2000, which prohibits talking about ethnic divisions and outlawing divisionism, with a prison sentence for anyone who tries to retaliate. Or to deny the meaning of the name of the country - Rwanda - from the term kuu anda, literally \" dispersion \". An illuminating message of hope. Studio Piet Boon 05 Floraison Magazine
Wilderness Safaris has opened the Bisate Kwanda Day Lounge - the first of its kind in Rwanda. Full of beautiful antique- style furniture and aesthetics, the nod to the outdoors is prevalent through this entire resort. Raw and rugged, Rwanda boasts magnificent attractions, including the Great Lakes and Great Rift Valley. An experience of profound importance in one of the most spectacular regions of the world. www.toarmiro.gr Floraison Magazine 06
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Rwandan creativity reigns supreme, with a plethora of attractive qualities Luxury at its finest, with with resourcefulness and commitment to conservation at its core. Their team dedicates themselves to creating impactful Rwandan journeys. An added bonus to guests staying. Floraison Magazine www.wilderness-safaris.com 08
Floraison Magazine The Principality of Monaco Announces Sustainability Update and New Initiatives to Reach 2050 Carbon Neutral Goal Organized virtually by the United Kingdom, France and the United Nations General Secretariat, but also supported by Chile and Italy, this Summit enabled more than seventy Heads of State and Government to express their national commitments in the fight against climate change. It is in this context and in front of the international community that Prince Albert II unveiled his objectives for the years to come. Objective: Carbon neutral principality In addition to his plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within ten years, the Prince expressed another ambition: to make Monaco a carbon neutral country by 2050. There is also a assurance of solidarity towards developing countries: \"I have decided that the climate funding allocated by my country should increase steadily over the coming years\" declared the Sovereign. In addition to the actions carried out in Monaco, such as the establishment of the “Mediterranean Sustainable Buildings (BD2M)” label in 2018, there is no doubt that changes are to be expected. 09
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UNPARALLELED LINES A model of inspiration down to the smallest detail. Japanese design has been prevalent in many countries for hundreds of years. Lines are the key words that qualify and understand the way these interiors are designed. Indeed organized according to a perfect and quasi-intuitive geometry, the different spaces differ from each other almost by nature, very simply. And secondly, it is clear that Japanese architects are not the type to erect walls, to separate elements that naturally must be associated. Thus we find a general organization articulated around a very large main room . Sometimes even the entire home is just one room, here and there with the necessary elements for the privacy of its inhabitants when the time comes. 鯛も⼀⼈はうまからず “Even a sea bream loses its 11 flavor when eaten alone.” - Japense proverb Studio Piet Boon Floraison Magazine
In addition, in Japan, several generations live under the So with regard to our interiors, we have a lot to learn same roof . Everything is therefore organized so that from Japanese architects where the efficiency and everyone finds their place perfectly according to their functionality of a space is almost a result of age and activities, while finding a way to stay together, performance. Each element can boast of having one or to be able to see each other. A thousand places from the two functions, storage spaces are imagined and cohabitation that implies each on its own , Japanese integrated as soon as the opportunity arises, from floor interiors achieve the feat of offering the perfect balance to ceiling, while remaining minimalist. between common living spaces and intimacy. The strength and at the same time the difficulty in The current world population of 7.2 billion is expected reproducing this style of habitat, it is the total purity. to increase by nearly one billion people over the next It is, as said above, the virtual absence of furniture and twelve years according to the UN. In Asia but also so-called “decoration” elements . We are of course free everywhere else, the living space currently available to to organize things as we see fit, why not use this style each city dweller will be reduced. It is therefore urgent with our current furniture? But wouldn't it lose its to learn how to optimize our spaces for the good of luster, wouldn't that ignore its ingenuity? each and everyone at the same time, in an intelligent and rational way. For example, vertical farming The duality between the lightness of the flat areas of techniques are already being tested in the Netherlands white and the strong presence of wood. You can almost and the United States. feel, even in the photos, the presence of the material and its weight in space. Something that we might not dare. And yet, there is the beauty. JAPANESE PROWESS Floraison Magazine 12
Transparency also has pride of place. In a ceaseless game of “seeing and being seen”. From a social point of view. It is the concern to live together without everyone being isolated. From an architectural point of view, the spaces are small although very well organized, so we try to let in as much light as possible. Natural light is present everywhere, it plays with materials, creeps into the interstices of these as it was not expected. As if we discovered with surprise, that a room became luminous. It becomes graphic, as if coming to compensate for the non- ornamentation of the habitat, it \"furnishes\" the space through its appearances. 美しさ。poetic minimalism creates beauty | In terms of furniture, however, here is a small It is also the ideal subject to be inspired by selection of qualitative products made in Japan. details concerning wood, whether they are I named the brands MEETEE and KARIMOKU , minimalist, geometric or poetic, there is which offer products designed by Japanese something for everyone. designers/architects but also by big international names in design such as Claesson Perhaps they are precisely the solution for us Koivisto Rune (Meetee) and Sylvain Willenz Westerners who need to go into detail? Poetic (Karimoku. minimalism, is in fact, quite timeless. MARUNI is another. This is where fans of Jasper Morrisson and SANAA are sure to find what they are looking for. Floraison Magazine 13
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THE FRUITS OF MADEIRA Madeira, also nicknamed \"the Island of Flowers\", is a Let's also remember with a brief reminder of botany: volcanic island with a rich and fertile land where all the maracuja is the fruit of a climbing plant from the fruits and vegetables from all over the world grow. Its passionflower family called \"grenadilla\". It was at the fruits with various flavors and scents, displayed in end of the 16th century that Spanish missionaries different ways and shining in various colors, will not fail discovered this delicious exotic fruit in Brazil. It was to seduce you. already all the rage with the indigenous populations. The banana, the fruit of the banana tree, is the most exported exotic fruit by volume. We distinguish the Fruit cultivation has played an important role in dessert banana, the cooking banana or plantain and the Madeira for a long time as evidenced by this azulejos beer banana. In the West Indies, chlordecone, an panel in the Funchal market. organochlorine insecticide used until 1993 against the Besides its famous wine, the island of Madeira banana weevil, permanently polluted the soil and water produces a whole lot of exotic fruits, in particular with very serious health consequences on the bananas which they export widely. On these fertile populations. lands with a very mild climate all year round (between The mango is the fruit of the mango tree, a beautiful 17 and 22 °), passion fruit is also cultivated. tree with a rounded shape. The fruit is yellowish, red, 2 large varieties of passion fruit are cultivated: the \" greenish or even yellow depending on its maturity. The purple\" passion fruit, small and very tasty. This is the yellow or reddish flesh is found around a large nucleus. one we find in our supermarkets - and the \" yellow \" It is the 6th most produced fruit on the planet. passion fruit, larger and more with a sweeter and less tangy taste. Floraison Magazine 15
CULTURE BEAUTY sarajevo, the pheonix of the balkans After the end of the war, a formidable work of reconstruction begins. Little surprise when you arrive: Sarajevo is a predominantly There are of course stigmata, traces of impacts here and there. Muslim city. Rather unexpected for a European capital, but this is undeniably what makes its charm. The mosques are very beautiful But if we compare with the photos taken at the end of the war, the and there are 210 of them in the city. Why so much? Because there result is astounding. In recent years, large brand new glass buildings are a lot of people on the hills, a good Muslim has to pray five have even been built. A big bravo full of emotions, therefore, for the times a day. Sarajéviens, who lived through hell and who are moving forward. The diversity is also found in architecture. The city of Sarajevo Ethnic groups are now trying to live together despite resentment: belonged to the Ottoman Empire for four centuries, then to the “Forgive but don't forget” a Bosnian told us (forgive, but don't Austro-Hungarian Empire for forty years. The inhabitants forget). Tourism is unfortunately struggling to pick up in Sarajevo. remember that the Austro-Hungarians have advanced the city The image of the dilapidated city remains in the collective more in forty years than the Ottomans in four hundred years: unconscious. It is a shame, because there is a real tourist potential wide streets, beautiful buildings, electricity, the tram which would help this endearing population to get its head out of the water and its 40% unemployment. Yet its rich nature and friendly 16 people make this destination a brilliant choice. The surrounding areas of Sarajevo are abundant in mountainous backdrops and quaint towns. Floraison Magazine
\"Fractal geometry is everywhere, even in lines drawn in the sand. It's the cycle of 17 life... You see fractals in plants, in flowers. Within the human lung are branches within branches.\" -Ron Eglash Floraison Magazine
michael altneu, coldwell banker's new vice president the future of luxury Do you think the real estate industry is going to change dramatically this decade, following the Covid-19 crisis? Michael Altneu is the new face of Coldwell Banker. Over 15 years of impeccable expertise align delightfully with There has never been such an intense shift in Coldwell Banker's principles and ethos. Michael's global purchasing and consumer behavior on a global scale insights, promise to forge a new future amidst this as what we experienced in 2020. Space, location, and turbulent world crisis. As Covid-19 swept the world, and health were all viewed through a much different lens the industries' uncertainties became tempestuous, by nearly every person, in every market, and at the Coldwell Banker sought the opportunity to develop. exact same time. As the pandemic wanes, countries reopen, and cities once again share the spotlight, the Now, the markets are shifting, the prevalence of industry will continue to change while embracing the sustainability is rising, and businesses are striving to state-of-the-art technology, marketing strategies, adapt. Fortunately, Michael is well aware of this tools, and services that we utilize to conduct and hurricane of transformation, and he speaks to us about his further grow our business. While markets may shift visions for Coldwell Banker Global Luxury. and conditions in global hubs may fluctuate with new variants and restrictions, the real estate industry has learned, and our Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Property Specialists are prepared more than ever, to quickly adapt and thrive during massive changes. Our strategy continues to put us in a position of strength and power that I am confident will carry us through this decade and well beyond. \"Our Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program is a leading driver of innovation and change in the luxury real estate vertical.\" - Michael Altneu Floraison Magazine 18
Do you wish to create further sustainability within the brand, 3. What is your vision for Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and if so, how? for 2021 and beyond? As a trailblazer in the luxury industry, we provide the latest data and innovation to empower our global luxury While looking ahead, I think it’s important to remember certified specialists worldwide and provide a strong value how we got here. Innovation, creativity, and global proposition to their network of luxury buyers and sellers. networking will continue to be the driving forces for success with the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program. This power position is demonstrated by us having over My vision is to build on the already strong foundation that $168 million in luxury transactions every day. To that end, exists and strengthen our agents’ abilities in the years to I feel like I had an advantage when joining, as I’m able to come. Our clients have shown us that their priorities and focus on unique ways to further enhance sustainability the definition of luxury have shifted during the pandemic, within the brand. Our Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and we are tracking new trends emerging in the luxury Property Specialists noted a shift in “The Report: 2020,” sector. You will see much of this work later this fall in our with 36% of them noting that sustainability and eco- annual \"A Look at Wealth\" report. friendly features were among the most wanted luxury home amenities. As I focus on new ways to distinguish Leading the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program, my Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, I see possibilities in every vision is clear – to innovate, to embrace creativity, to direction. Whether that is exploring partnerships within strengthen community and be a step ahead in all that we the luxury space, engaging guest speakers from outside the do. This will all be in partnership with our thousands of industry, including sustainability experts, or seeking out Coldwell Banker Global Luxury certified specialists who the latest eco-friendly technology. My strategy will always are truly the heart and mind behind this program. include two core components; maintain our industry leading position and preserving the strong foundation that To begin your journey in a home that really matters, put anchors our Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program. your story into the hands of Coldwell Banker. Studio Piet Boon www.coldwellbanker.com Floraison Magazine 19
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Chicago Institute of Art is place that offers a plethora of Inspired by commercial advertising, folk art artworks. and decorative traditions, his impeccably The Chicago Institute of Art consistently ranks among exciting pieces of art are a delight to the eye. the most visited museums Chicago is the second largest Visually fascinating and psychologically and one of the most prominent art museums in the bizarre, Pittman's delusional works address a United States. Its its famous lions greet you on the stairs variety of aesthetic styles, from Victorian as you enter from the Michigan Bloop Avenue, and it silhouettes, through socially realistic murals, just gets better from there. She is known for her to Mexican Ratablos. Impressionist, post-Impressionist and American art His large-scale, graphic paintings encapsulate collections. If you like paintings by the French a world of colour. These surfaces are Impressionist Claude Monet, you think you are in populated with smatterings of colourful heaven at the Art Institute. He has one of the largest shapes. collections of his work in the country. The Miniature Larry's art is exhibited online, and each price Mast Rooms are also a unique and special exhibit. is available on request. Because timeless art One of the exhibitors is renowned artist, Larry Pittman. should be a part of all our lives. Pittman was born in Los Angeles, California in 1952. www.artnet.com/artists/lari-pittman Pittman received a BFA (1974) and an MFA (1976) degree from the California Institute of Arts. Floraison Magazine 21
indian creativity This luxury hotel is designed in the spirit of Indian heritage. 12 grandiose cottages built of mud and stone are an asset to the area of Pali, Rajasthan, India At the fringe of the Badlands of India, Lakshman Sagar was built in the late 19th century as a hunting lodge by the then Thakur of Raipur, Lakshman Singh Ji to host other noble families and British emissaries. As a continuation of the hospitality and traditions of the House of Raipur; Sewara has envisioned a getaway much like Thakur Lakshman Singh Ji, though with a conservationist view of the heritage and surroundings. The Zanana (women) quarters and Mardana (men) quarters, designed historically for the ladies and men respectively, offer hints to Rajput culture and traditional customs like pardah or reflecting the granduer of mehfils & baithak. Seeped in history, every corner of Lakshman Sagar depicts the nuances of hunting holidays during the days of the Raj. From the machans used for tiger spotting to the man-made lake to attract game, great care has been taken to restore these priceless prints of the past. The re-conceptualization of Lakshman Sagar is manifested through the endless detailing in the architecture & design, the cuisine, and the well-thought of activities & non-activities tailored personally for the guests in a captivating natural topography, ideal for mindless relaxation. Photos/word reference Sewara Hotels: www.sewara.com 22 Floraison Magazine
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Photos: Kreoo If there is one issue that makes the eyes of aviation industry workers shine and cry, with joy or anger, it is electric planes. This is a rather hot topic and the discussion around it is heated, even passionate - with the understanding that what a few years ago seemed clearly inapplicable, already exists before our eyes. In December 2019, the first commercial flight was made by electric plane, from Vancouver to the Nordic Peninsula - indicating that this is already more than just a gimmick. In the months since then, many industry insiders have been working to create the standards by which aircraft fleets will become electric, with a big question mark hovering over the design of the right way to integrate electric aircraft into existing industry and make them the reality of the future. Nordic multinational mobilization \"It's very important to work and do it together - none of us can solve it on our own. We have to work together.\" Says Maria Fiskruid, who leads the Nordic Network for Electric Aviation ( NEA ) and the 2045 Fossiless Aviation Initiative along with IAI officials. \"In the Nordic region we have created a collaboration between airports, airlines and power tool manufacturers in order to identify the needs and priorities needed to create the infrastructure for electric aviation.\" The ambitious projects are funded by the Nordic Entrepreneurship Foundation, which operates under international cooperation in northern Europe and has identified this area as a strategic destination for northern countries. Fiscroyd's belief is that by 2030 a third of Sweden's domestic aviation will become a tram, with the potential to turn every second domestic flight into a tram. \"I hope that by 2040 all domestic flights will be electric, both in Sweden and in the other Nordic countries.\" The major airlines, Airbus and Boeing, are already starting to talk about hybrid aircraft for long-haul flights by 2030. Similar things are being heard today from Rolls-Royce and other engine companies. Floraison Magazine 24
Photo: Designing Buildings Wiki OSAKA, JAPAN An interchange that passes inside an office building - that is the charm of the gate tower in Osaka Japan. Where areas are limited and overcrowded, they have found a very creative solution to improve traffic infrastructure. The property rights to the property belonged to a business that specialized in the wood and coal industry but the move to other energy sources led to it being decided in 1983 to redevelop the area. By this time thoughts of developing a highway had already begun, but the property owners refused to give up the structure in favor of the new road. Azusa Yamamoto Skai and Nishihara Kanchiko Jimoshu Skai are the architects of the building. It is 16 stories high and also includes two basement floors designed for storing heavy machinery. The height of the building is about 72 meters. This is an office building that many call the \"hive\" because of its design and the feature that the employees show inside. The pillars that hold the road that passes through the building stand next to it and are designed so that visually they will be similar to the design of the building. The building was built using the double core method, with a section of the Anshin Highway passing between the fifth, sixth and seventh floors. Due to this, the elevators are located on the sides of the building and they do not stop on the floors where the road passes. The elevators do not pass between these floors and there are no buttons that allow stopping on these floors. Also, the structure consists of reinforced concrete and in part contains an iron frame. Floraison Magazine 25
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KALYMNOS THE ISLAND OF THE EAST The lure of the Greek islands never loses its lacklustre. However, the lesser visited islands are ones that are often visited on smaller day trips. Now, however, you can combine your travel with accommodation to the most spectacular island of the east of Greece, Kalymnos. Nearby to Kos, Kalimannos Island is full of pleasant coves with pebble beaches or sandy beaches and around Kalimanos small islets, some of which just like in fairy tales you can arrive with a private boat and win a few hours of your really tiny island. There are no less than 18 tiny islets around Kalimanus, the largest of which is called Telandos which can be reached by sea taxi from the town of Myrtias, the second largest islet around Kalimanos called Nera can be reached by service taxi from the port of Puthia, on the first island Taldanus visit the beautiful and quiet Paradise Beach. The main town on the island of Kalimanos is Putia, and surprisingly for the peace and quiet of the island of Kalimanos it is quite crowded, it has many good restaurants, cafes, hotels and all the services you will need such as mini markets, banks and more. Delve into this magical, white washed world of wander with Jet2holidays. Studio Piet Boon www.jet2holidays.com 27 Floraison Magazine
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GRECIAN SPLENDOUR Photo: Greece Is to appreciate nature, we must immerse ourselves in it Mountaineering: This becomes one of the attractions of Kalimanos Diving in Kalimanos: In some of the coves on the island of Island thanks to the excellent and challenging cliffs that exist on it, Kalimanos diving services are operated and the island of there are over 40 scattered around the island and you can find Kalimanos is considered one of the leading in Greece for diving information at the Tourist Information Bureau in Photia, you will lovers, you can rent equipment in town or sign up for one of the also get a detailed map Of all the recommended and possible cliffs diving courses. The best way to appreciate the nature we seek to to climb. Breathe in the air of the sea from this height. protect, is to immerse yourself within in. Caves in Clementos: Scattered prevalently on the island of Finally, Klimanos has always been an island of spongy fringes. The Kalimanos are a large number of special tunnels that are a problem is that the soaked fields in the Mediterranean have combination of a cave with a stalactite cave, almost all of which dwindled greatly and a real danger threatens the profession, have access for independent travelers in the area, the most famous livelihood and tradition. cave is the one located on kastani tsingourai hill where there are also ancient human remains. Floraison 29
the sponges of kalymnos If you ask a diver from Kalimanos today if there is a Photo: The Aegean Island placenta of sponges in the Mediterranean, the chance is that the answer will be: \"No\". No sponges and no sponge placenta. The common explanation for their disappearance is a serious illness, which attacked and killed them in 1986. Kalimanus residents link the disease to the Chernobyl nuclear reactor accident. One way or another, when I visited the island, the residents reported to me the almost complete absence of sponges in the Mediterranean. The sponge fields of Libya and Tunis, which for generations had been part of the hunting grounds of the islanders, were increasingly closed to them. The narrow geopolitical reality interrupted and disrupted the traditional six- to eight-month voyage in the Mediterranean and along the coasts of North and West Africa, which each year held the edges of the soils from Kalimanos. Only a small portion of the sponges sold today in the islands and throughout Greece come from the region, and these are considered to be particularly fine and durable. Most of the natural sea sponges are imported from the Florida area and the Bahamas, where they are often marginalized by immigrants and immigrants from Kalimanos. Shipments of the sponges arrive crammed in plastic packaging, twice the size of straw bales, to Kalimanos' \"sponge factories\". Here the sponges are cut, bleached and processed. Floraison Magazine 30
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The captains, who headed the socio-economic pyramid in the community of the fringe of the sponges, apparently urged their divers to dig deeper, stay longer and cook more. This external pressure was joined by a perception accepted by most divers, according to which increasing the degree of risk means intensifying the degree of masculinity. The ancient tradition of diving without equipment, at great risk, was for modern divers a powerful mythology, which provided them with a motive to take risks and directed their patterns of behavior. Klimanos is one of the group of Dodecanese islands, which also includes Kos and Rhodes, better known. It is a fairly arid mountain island, of medium size, near the Turkish coast, and in good weather can be reached by an hour and a half cruise from the island of Kos. In its foothills, the port city and the largest settlement on the island, life revolves around the wide, rounded sea tongue that forms the port. The city has no beaches. The beaches of the resort town of Myrtise and the beaches of Linaria and Kandoni can be reached in about 20 minutes by taxi service. Close to Myrtise was built during visits there, the island's first airport, on top of two mountain peaks shaved by dynamite explosions. Kalimanos, still a relatively uninhabited island, follows other islands and is increasingly based on tourism. Floraison Magazine 32
WICKER AN OLD YET MODERN TRADITION About a thousand bamboo varieties are known in the world. Bamboo is made of joints that give it extremely high durability and strength, a feature that makes it the grass with the largest number of uses on earth. Naturally sustainable, we see brands across the luxury spectrum, and it's not difficult to see why. Natural products are effortlessly durable and timeless in every sense. \"Wicker is not actually a type of material but rather the name of a process.\" 33 Studio Piet Boon Floraison Magazine
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why choose rattan? Well the material is handsome and aesthetic, and has even become very popular in Israel. Capitol emphasizes to customers the vulnerability of synthetic rattan furniture against the sun's rays - the material is in fact synthetic fibers, most of which are not resistant to exposure to the scorching sun. In contrast, rattan garden furniture made of natural rattan - wicker, etc., is considered stronger and more durable. Synthetic rattan furniture is recommended to be placed in a shady place or under a pergola that will protect it from the strong sun in our country. Natural rattan is actually a natural wicker and includes within it fibrous trunks of tropical trees that grow in Asia, Africa and Australia. The diameter of the natural material in the garden furniture industry starts from a few millimeters and reaches up to a diameter of 5-7 cm. Natural rattan furniture is considered relatively expensive for synthetic rattan, because it reaches the markets after a lot of finishing work has been done on it, including investment in its design. Other raw materials such as aluminum, iron, fabric, etc. It is considered in the market as an easy material to work with, so some garden furniture products made of rattan will come after the material works in a variety of different forms. Floraison 35
Named one of 2021's best sustainable hotel chains, 1Hotels offers both beautiful and luxury 36 design that also utilises the magic of sustainable elements. www.1hotels.com Floraison Magazine
Photo: Pnim Designer Tali Cohen Liad shares the process: This is a spacious three-room apartment (80 sq.m.) where Einat Yaron lives. Einat owns a digital marketing company and Yaron deals with accounting. The apartment is located in the center of Tel Aviv, right in the center of avenues of cafes, shops and pubs. Einat Yaron in the process of searching for the apartment of their dreams for several months, and after we had denied a number of renovated apartments, they received a golden opportunity to purchase a Tel Aviv apartment that is falling apart, but dripping with potential, located in a prime location. a tel aviv home The entrance to the building is on the bustling front of the street and within a bustling avenue of cafes and shops and it stands in stark contrast to the apartment itself, located at the quiet and pastoral nape of the building, overlooking trees and greenery. The couple was very inclined to the country style which settled well with the quiet at the back and with the green look from the windows, but agreed to flow with me when I offered to give expression in the design to the urban aspect of the apartment, which can not be ignored. The design line actually gives a place of honor to both the urban facade of the building and its rustic rear. Floraison Magazine 37
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The coarse natural oak parquet, the heavy lami surface in the kitchen, the 39 brick walls in earth tones and aggravation, the concrete effect behind the TV, the knotted bathroom cabinet and the lighting fixtures that combine metals and walnut wood - were all chosen to give an industrial twist to the apartment elements. Every rustic element in the apartment got a bit of a rough touch, and all of these brought the end result closer to urban content worlds. The huge iron windows we opened in the apartment, which are 3.20 m high, are designed to enhance the height experience, similar to the feeling you get in a loft apartment. Floraison Magazine
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The young and ambitious Tomislav Tomašević wants to A new era more respectful of environmental, social, “rebuild a different Zagreb”, more social and more economic and ethical issues is approaching for the sustainable. Croatia's new leader has a big vision. Balkans! A new responsible management which will also apply to the tourist activity of the capital and which will Ecological and civic movements, already started in act to preserve the heritage of the city. It is also our duty Montenegro are now continuing in Zagreb and will push to do the same with regard to our travels. Croatia is more to achieve a wave of changes in Belgrade as well. and more a destination that attracts, and whose future is Currently, Belgrade, Skopje, Sofia and Zagreb are in the bright, so let's protect it race for the European Green Capital 2023 Award(EGCA). The competition is organized by the European Croatia's rich history is prevalent throughout its cities, a Commission. This award, like the European Green Leaf of true gem of the Balkans. The most beautiful cities include Europe, introduced in 2015, aims to support the ecological Zagreb and Zadar, rich in nature and abundant in beauty. projects of cities and their quest for urban sustainability and ecological innovation. Studio Piet Boon 41 Floraison Magazine
“The creator made Italy by designs from Michelangelo\" – MARK TWAIN Floraison Magazine 42
sustainability of the cruise liner Long pointed out as a polluting industry, often criticized for the impact on the environment and even banned in certain ports, cruises have been going green for several years now. Part of addressing customer concerns about their carbon footprint was the decision to make real change. Far from being a fad or complacency, cruise lines have also realized the importance of building environmentally friendly ships and preserving the sea, oceans and the planet we all travel on. We can only rejoice to see these more respectful ships set to sea. The investments in these new ships are colossal and demonstrate a real commitment on the part of cruise companies to make cruising less polluting for our planet. One of the most concrete actions in terms of respect for the environment on the part of cruise lines comes from this new fuel: Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). Much less polluting than fuel oil, this novelty makes it possible to reject no sulfur particles, to reduce fine particles by 95% and CO2 by 20% compared to current ships. Beyond offering a reduction in polluting emissions, it is also a whole logic of respect for the ecosystems and the inhabitants of the regions visited which is put in place. Floraison 43
Compliance with new standards helps reduce pollution for the inhabitants of ports and regions visited by cruise ships. They also have new technologies to clean up the waste and wastewater treatment system . The sound reduction of certain new ships also makes it possible to reduce the nuisance for oceanic flora and fauna. In addition, companies make passengers more aware of respect for sites during excursions with the help of on-board communications, expert guides and conferences. Many companies fight for the protection of the seabed and the most fragile regions by using non-polluting materials for the design and maintenance of ships or by participating in programs for the preservation of flora and fauna: Celebrity and its organization for the safeguard of the Galapagos for example or Ponant which participates in the protection of the polar regions. On land and on board ships, plastic remains the number one enemy. Shipowners like Disney Cruise Line or Hurtigruten are gradually replacing or completely withdrawing single-use plastics to fight against waste that poisons the oceans. Simple actions like recycling, turning off unused lights or unplugging electronic devices once charged are the new tips for cruise passengers. The green revolution of cruise ships seems to be on track. Many new environmentally friendly ships are under construction. The dream of one day seeing completely self-sufficient and pollution-free cruise ships is looming on the horizon. Studio Piet Boon 44 Floraison Magazine
WHEN IN MONACO rediscovering a new golden age In front of the Hermitage hotel, legs smeared with color are \"Monaco is living a new golden age\", wants to believe struggling in a pot. This work by Robert Combas will be on sale Nancy Dotta, responsible on the spot of Christie's who had by Artcurial on July 22 as part of the Monaco Sculptures not seen for a long time such great maneuvers in the operation. A few meters away, on the Place du Casino, the Swiss Principality. “ People's perception is changing,” says gallery Hauser & Wirth has just opened its Monegasque branch in gallery owner Iwan Wirth. For this powerful Swiss the impressive basement, furnished in a brutalist style, of a brand merchant, there is no doubt: “If the artistic caliber remains new building. high, Monaco's place in the international artistic scene is guaranteed.\" A little further on, regulars at the Cipriani restaurant will be able, between two strokes of the fork, to buy works by Christo and “If the artistic caliber remains high, Monaco's place in Giacometti as well as some jewelry put on sale by Christie's until the international artistic scene is guaranteed.\" - Iwan July 18. Its rival Sotheby's is not left out: all summer, Patrick Wirth, gallery owner. Drahi's auction house offers around thirty works estimated between 50,000 and 6 million euros in an ephemeral gallery, as We are also aware of Monaco's efforts and goals to create a well as vintage luxury accessories. more sustainable city in the coming decade. This type of crossover between luxury and sustainability will surely Floraison Magazine place Monaco even heavier within the realm of wealth. 45
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