Introduction

Philippe Starck's first project in Brazil makes Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro the most fascinating address on the Ipanema waterfront. Among the attractions is the infinity pool that overlooks the beach, with Arpoador, Morro Dois Irmãos and Corcovado as its backdrop. The project reveres the spirit of Brazilian architecture and design from the 1950s and 1960s and pays homage to the glorious era of Bossa Nova.