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Sticklers for continuity will appreciate the


same swirly motif runs throughout, from the metres of lavish drapes in the Starck-evoking dining room, to the thick velvety rugs created by Germany’s Oliver Treutlein in the suites. Murano glass, meanwhile, isn’t only flaunted in multiple flamboyant chandeliers custom- made by Andromeda International for the reception area and restaurant, but dazzles from a huge, back-lit mirrored bar in the purple-hued cocktail lounge, as well as from the graceful drinks cabinets in the suites. Taupe-toned guestrooms open out into onto


Imaad Rahmouni’s design incorporates bespoke Murano glass chandeliers by Andromeda International, Hermes-finished B&B Italia furnishings in the public areas, and Minotti sofas in all suites. Carpets are by Oliver Treutlein of Germany, with curtain fabrics supplied by Dedar


terraces almost twice the size of their indoor space, some backing onto a communal water feature, others onto the stunning main pool. Four categories of suites offer private antique- white- and café-au-lait-toned oases. And for the full VIP experience, or wedding parties, there’s a two-bedroom Mountain Palace and a four-bed Water Palace.


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Desert Modernism is evoked by the six pool


villas. Here, feng shui dictates that one huge cool pool is the yin to a smaller heated pool’s yang; a hammock entices guests to relax in a shaded corner of the bougainvillea-draped walled garden; Balinese wooden loungers lure them to soak up the sun. Inside, the living space is more Mad Men apartment than Mod Maroc hotel room, with its chocolate tones, Eames-style chairs, wood-burning hearth, huge desk and drinks cabinet. Spacious sitting room and bedrooms incorporate every conceivable mod-con, oh-so-subtly. The glass- walled en suites are a sight to behold with beautiful stonework and shower cubicles big enough for a sumo wrestler; they spill out into dinky bamboo-planted courtyards resplendent with huge round marble tubs. For those who like to entrust the professionals with their ablutions, a 650m2 spa invites guests to have a lot more than


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