RETAILER SPOTLIGHT: Amyre & Paul Romain

This article highlights six notable developments across art, design, travel, and lifestyle, curated by Galerie editors. The first point celebrates Chef Michael Mina's return to San Francisco with the opening of a new Bourbon Steak outpost and Stephen Curry's debut in hospitality with The Eighth Rule bar, both located in the Westin St. Francis. Bourbon Steak San Francisco reinterprets the classic steakhouse with a Californian focus on seasonal produce and seafood. AvroKO designed the interiors to blend historic grandeur with contemporary elements like green marble, walnut millwork, and custom stained glass by Theodore Ellison. The Eighth Rule, also designed by AvroKO, is an omakase-style cocktail lounge showcasing Stephen Curry's Gentleman’s Cut whiskey. The second feature discusses the renovation of the Kuredhi Residence at Velaa Private Island in the Maldives, a luxury resort known for its wellness programs and golf academy. Winch Design executed the refresh, which includes artworks by textile designer Anne Kyyro Quinn, adding to the resort's high-end accommodations, which also include a villa by Creative Mind Patricia Urquiola. The third section delves into an exhibition at Di Donna Galleries in New York titled “Magritte and Les Lalanne: In the Mind’s Garden.” This exhibition unusually pairs the surrealist works of René Magritte with the whimsical sculptures of François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne, collectively known as Les Lalanne. The show features over 50 pieces, exploring themes of nature, vision, and invention, inspired by Magritte's painting _La Clairvoyance_. All three artists were championed by the dealer Alexander Iolas, who recognized their shared ability to infuse mystery and playfulness into their art. The exhibition, co-organized with Ben Brown Fine Arts, runs until December 13. Fourthly, the article introduces a new travel series by Assouline and Belmond, spotlighting Portofino, Italy. The first title, _Splendido: The Radiant Stage of Portofino_, provides a photographic and textual journey through the history of the five-star Splendido hotel since its 1902 opening, including its recent revamp by Martin Brudnizki and Marco Bay. A second title, _Peru: An Odyssey Across a Time-Honored Land_, is also announced for pre-order. Fifth, the article covers Monaco’s inaugural Grand Prix de la Haute Joaillerie (GPHJ), an event celebrating exceptional craftsmanship and rare stones in high jewelry. Chanel received the top honor, Le Grand Prix de la Haute Joaillerie 2025, for its Sweater Necklace. Louis Vuitton won the Gemstone Prize for the Apogée necklace, and Messika received the Prize For Design for the Zebra Luhlaza necklace. Tiffany & Co. was recognized with both the Jury’s Special Prize and the Heritage Prize for a Jean Schlumberger design. Martin Katz was highlighted as the sole American entrant, recognized for his artistry. Finally, the article introduces Calma, a new furniture collection by Helena Clunies-Ross for Room. Known for her architectural rigor and cinematic approach, Clunies-Ross created a suite of furnishings including a sofa, daybed, dining chair, dining table, console, and cocktail table. The collection emphasizes disciplined structure and material contrasts, incorporating elements like blackened walnut, aged brass, and burnished bronze, reflecting an Art Deco influence in its detailing and craftsmanship. #MichaelMina #BourbonSteak #StephenCurry #VelaaPrivateIsland #DiDonnaGalleries #RenéMagritte #LesLalanne #Assouline #Belmond #Portofino #HighJewelry #Chanel #HelenaCluniesRoss #FurnitureDesign