Hilton Koti Curio Mamanu Totonu o le Faletalimalo by Linda Martins is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Ario in Mamanu Totonu Competition Category.
ArioTotonu· 2025
Hilton Koti Curio Mamanu Totonu o le Faletalimalo
Client: Maraú Design Studio
A' Design Award Ario Winner in Totonu Category
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The Design
About Hilton Koti Curio Mamanu Totonu o le Faletalimalo
O le Hilton Koti Curio o se galuega mamanu totonu mo se faletalimalo taugata e 3000 sikuea mita i Gramado, Pasila. O le mamanu e maua mai i laufanua puaoa ma mauga o le itulagi. O foliga faanatura i galuega laupapa, moli faamalamalama ma le sima e faamanatu ai le gaoioiga o le puao. O laupapa e maua mai i le itulagi ma ie ua gaosia mai fagu PET toe faaaogaina e lagolago ai se auala gafataulimaina. Sa faaaogaina metotia faapitoa o galuega laupapa ma moli faamalamalama fetuutuunai, ma sa saofagā tufuga o le atunuu i le galuega. O le faatulagaga e faapaleni ai nofoaga faitele ma nofoaga tumaoti e lagolago ai le fesootaiga ma le malologa.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Ario
O le A' Design Award Ario na manumalo ai Hilton Koti Curio Mamanu Totonu o le Faletalimalo, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu sili ona lelei, matagofie ma mataʻutia. O ē manumalo i le Ario o galuega susulu tele ma fatufatuaʻi e faaalia ai le poto, le taleni ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Hilton Koti Curio Mamanu Totonu o le Faletalimalo e avea ma galuega matagofie, o se fesuiaiga mo isi, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou loloto. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Ario o se mea e iloga, ua mataʻina e aogā ma tuleia atu tapulaʻa o le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi. Hilton Koti Curio Mamanu Totonu o le Faletalimalo o se mea e fiafia i ai le toatele, e fafagu ai manaʻoga, aumaia ai lagona lelei ma tupu ai le ofo.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The project blends contemporary design with Gramado’s architectural heritage. Natural and regional materials, including eco-friendly fabrics made from recycled PET bottles, highlight its sustainable focus. Organic shapes in woodwork, lighting, and plaster mimic the mist and mountainous terrain, fostering a seamless integration between the hotel’s interior and its picturesque setting while maintaining a sophisticated and inviting ambiance.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- An interior design project for a 3000m luxury hotel in Gramado, Brazil.
- Tags
- Luxury, Hospitality, Design, Sustainable, Interiors, Organic, Cultural Integration
- Production Technology
- The project employed advanced woodworking techniques to achieve the organic shapes in furniture and structures, reflecting the misty landscapes of Gramado. Sustainable materials, such as regionally sourced wood and recycled PET fabrics, were processed using eco-friendly methods. Cutting-edge lighting technology was integrated for adaptive ambiance, enhancing the guest experience. Local artisans contributed to preserving cultural authenticity, combining craftsmanship with modern production methods for a refined and sustainable result.
- Design Challenge
- The challenge was balancing luxury with sustainability, ensuring quality and authenticity. Integrating recycled materials required innovative approaches, while capturing the mist’s essence demanded precision in translating its fluidity into tangible forms. The result is a cohesive design that respects Gramado’s identity, setting new standards for sustainable and elegant hospitality.
- Research
- Extensive research into local culture, architecture, and materials informed the design. Sustainability guided material choices, from regional wood to recycled PET fabrics. Lighting and color psychology studies ensured a welcoming atmosphere. The mist’s movement and the region’s topography inspired organic forms, fostering a visual and emotional connection between the hotel’s interiors and Gramado’s natural beauty.
- Inspiration
- A Jewel in the Mist. Gramado’s cold climate, misty landscapes, and majestic mountains inspired the design. The concept embodies the fluidity of mist, translating its ethereal movement into interior elements. Local architecture provided a foundation for integrating charm and warmth with contemporary aesthetics, creating a tranquil, luxurious space that reflects the region’s serene beauty and cultural richness, ensuring an immersive experience for all guests.
- Project Duration
- Started in january 2023 in Balneario Camboriu, Brazil and finished in october 2024.
- Operation Flow
- The layout promotes a natural flow, balancing communal and private spaces for interaction and relaxation. Thoughtfully placed furniture and pathways guide movement seamlessly. Eco-conscious materials and adaptive lighting enhance the ambiance, transitioning fluidly from day to night. The organic forms create a harmonious environment, offering comfort, serenity, and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape.
- Image Credits
- Image #1- Studio Kota,
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