Luxury, serenity & well-being
A room is proposed for the renovation of the beautiful Cal Duc estate in Alella, owned by the MERCER Hotels chain. To this end, consideration has been given to its geographical location on the one hand, and the type of traveler it is intended for on the other.
The estate is located in the Maresme region, in a mountainous area about 2 km from the sea. The village is known for its wines and cavas, and the estate is surrounded by vineyards. The hotel will be a destination hotel aimed at a quiet clientele who love gastronomy and are also keen to learn about the history and heritage of the area.
ILV* offers an exclusive and sophisticated room with a calm elegance that conveys serenity and refinement. Here, travelers will feel welcomed by a luxury that eschews ostentation while fostering a sense of belonging through local art and craftsmanship.
Materials
Natural materials such as wood, stone, and textured lime paints are recommended. High-quality cotton or thread textiles are also recommended. The colors used are earthy tones: brown, ochre, and white. The studio drew inspiration from the wine-making tradition and the Mediterranean landscape, incorporating textures and shades that evoke the land and vineyards surrounding the estate. Likewise, the open layout and selection of timeless pieces seek to create an immersive experience, where luxury and simplicity coexist in harmony with nature.
Project author
Isabel López Vilalta founded her studio in 1992. Throughout her career, she has combined her creative work with teaching and lecturing at universities in Spain and Latin America. Today, Isabel leads, together with architects Silvia Cabestany and Nathiara Nunes, the ILV* studio, which has become an undisputed benchmark in Spanish interior design and has completed major hotel, retail, and residential projects, which have been widely published in the media.
ILV*'s design philosophy reflects a strong commitment to quality, warmth, and durability that give spaces a unique personality because, just like people, every place has its own story. Their work is guided by harmony between aesthetics and functionality, thus achieving the satisfaction of both users and customers.
Isabel López Vilalta has received numerous awards throughout her career, including: AD100 (2025, 24, 23, 21, 20), the Interihotel BCN21 Award for her professional career in hotel interior design, Condé Nast 2005, Design Awards 2005, Interior Design magazine's Best Of Year Awards 2008, and the Girona Region Architecture Award 2008.
Inspired by
Mercer Hoteles: discreet and timeless luxury
Mercer Hotels is a hotel chain specializing in luxury establishments located in the historic centers of Barcelona and Seville. Mercer's hospitality is set against the backdrop of buildings of great heritage and cultural value, whose restoration bears the signature of great masters of architecture such as Rafael Moneo and Cruz y Ortiz Arquitectos.
The chain is committed to preserving and highlighting the heritage and culture of its luxury establishments. It combines this with discreet and timeless luxury interior design, resulting in a sober and refined atmosphere. Mercer Hotels brings together the tangible and intangible to create unique experiences, offering exceptional and intuitive service that takes care of even the smallest details to ensure an enriching stay. The chain currently has four luxury establishments between Barcelona and Seville and has new openings planned for 2025 in Madrid and Alella.
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