Once home to Allianz, the Radisson Collection Hotel Santa Sofia, the fifth luxury hotel opened in Italy by the Radisson chain, is located in Milan, half-way between Piazza Duomo and the famous Navigli district. A strategic location in the heart of Milan, situated in a vibrant and well-connected neighbourhood.
The result of a renovation project that transformed the original 1960s building into a spectacular five-star luxury hotel, the project led by Studio Marco Piva has given new life to an architectural gem, a symbol of the city, adapting it to the needs of international business and hospitality. The building's distinctive exterior, which faces the intersection of Via Santa Sofia and Corso Italia, has been preserved, maintaining the original trachyte façade and the characteristic oxidised copper pitched roof. With a keen eye for building morphology and context, Studio Marco Piva's design approach employs an 'urban style' architectural and interior design language. Each of the 159 rooms, comprising 130 standard rooms, 28 junior suites, and 1 suite, is designed as a compact urban loft. Large windows with black frames enhance natural light and create a seamless connection between the separate bathroom and bedroom, which can be divided by soft curtains. Vimar’s devices from the exclusive Eikon Exé series are right at home in this contemporary urban landscape.
The choice of finishes, furnishings, and materials embodies the essence of a five-star luxury lifestyle, catering to the contemporary preferences of the hospitality industry. The design incorporates warm, wood-like materials that interact with contemporary elements such as glass and metal. The colour palette is dominated by blues, with accents of red and various shades of grey. Attention to detail therefore plays a key role. That’s why the choice of the Eikon Exé series, in the version with traditional controls, really stands out. The devices installed are perfectly visible and arranged in an orderly manner throughout the hotel facility: on the elegant padded fabric headboards, flush mounted into the bathroom vanity tops, and in all the communal areas. The cover plate is distinguished by its precise geometry and a unique colour combination, featuring a total look anthracite grey metal finish. The perfect combination of precision technology and impeccable craftsmanship, available in a variety of materials and prized finishes, from marbled stoneware to metal and glass, Eikon Exé cover plates blend in seamlessly with this space, creating an original look, with unique stylish details, customised symbols and laser engraved logos for bespoke projects.
In addition to the fitness centre, guests of the Radisson Collection Hotel Santa Sofia can enjoy a new rooftop terrace on the fourth floor, complete with an outdoor pool and lounge bar. Enjoy an unprecedented view of Milan's rooftops from this ideal relaxation spot. Sink into a comfortable armchair, savour a glass of wine or a cocktail, and conveniently recharge your tablet or phone using Vimar’s devices from the Plana series, safely housed in Isoset IP55 enclosures. At the Radisson Collection Hotel Santa Sofia, the communal areas, designed by Alessandro Mario Cesario and Studio Atelier P, satisfy the desire for unconventional elegance and comfort. Places of infinite facets, revealing a myriad of suggestions and perspectives, enlivened by an eclectic mix of elements that evoke experiences, memories, and journeys across the globe. A maximalist aesthetic that crafts incredibly unique microcosms, like the Sofia Kitchen Bar or the seventh-floor ISSEI Rooftop restaurant, where Japanese and South American flavours intertwine to create a one-of-a-kind experience.
The Radisson Collection Hotel Santa Sofia's global influence is palpable throughout its entirety; a cosmopolitan atmosphere that embraces a variety of inspirations, tailored to guests from around the world. A ground-breaking lifestyle hotel, seamlessly blending into the fabric of modern life, where Vimar’s positive energy is once more brought to life.
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