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Nestled in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, amid a landscape of unspoiled valleys, Gstaad stands as the epitome of premium ski resorts. More than a simple winter destination, this Swiss village is a true sanctuary of the alpine art of living, where elegance is whispered rather than displayed. The atmosphere is steeped in an “old money” culture, attracting an international clientele in search of absolute discretion and refinement.
Along the main promenade, traditional chalets with ornate façades house the most prestigious luxury boutiques, creating a picture-postcard setting where world-class skiing meets an art of living of rare sophistication.
It is in this exceptional setting, majestically overlooking the famous ski resort, that American interior designer Billy Cotton chose to sign his very first decoration project in Europe. This family chalet bears all the hallmarks of Gstaad’s traditional architecture.
Entirely clad in wood, the building stands out for its long carved balconies that gracefully wrap around the façades, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. The architecture honours the soul of the region while providing the perfect backdrop for a warm and contemporary decorative intervention.
To furnish the interiors of this extraordinary residence, Billy Cotton called upon the expertise of Norki, first drawing on our vintage furniture collection. The interior designer selected pieces of character, such as a magnificent pair of Laila armchairs (designed by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko), sourced, meticulously restored by our teams and reupholstered in a sumptuous curly lambskin.
The heart of this project also lies in the exceptional bespoke work carried out by our workshops.
In the family TV room, our team of upholsterers meticulously upholstered the walls and ceiling in a luxurious fabric, in perfect harmony with the curtains and sofas also made by Norki.
The breakfast room, designed in a spirit worthy of an Austrian castle, required equally rigorous work from our workshop to create the sofas and chair cushions.
Our soft furnishings seamstresses also crafted all of the chalet’s curtains. The sheer curtains, designed by Billy Cotton, are distinguished by a delicate gathered braid, entirely handmade by our specialist craftswomen.
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Headboards, sofas, bed skirts: this haute couture work was orchestrated over several months in our Strasbourg workshops. Finally, Norki brought to life several pieces of bespoke furniture, including the children’s pine beds designed by the architect.
A project we are particularly proud of, offering a new vision of chalet decoration with a strong signature that embraces an unapologetic poetry.
