Originals Interiors is proud to present our LUXURY SANTORINI-INSPIRED RETREAT in Abu Dhabi. Recently bought by the Anantara Hotel Group, we can finally showcase our team’s hard work and the realisation of an immense project (completed during the Covid-19 pandemic!)
Read more below about the inspiration behind the project, how we designed it and the final result.
Our Inspiration
When we were invited to present a project focusing on ‘Santorini style’, our first instinct was to board a plane and visit the Greek island.
We walked around Thira and Oía, drove to the highest point of the island, and visited the historic ruins at Akrotiri, absorbing the colours of the buildings, architectural details, and wandering through the streets and alleyways.
Behind the Design
The first challenge was to design the building levels and develop the external architecture. Our designers then began constructing the interior spaces.
The rooms are light, fresh and uncluttered, yet luxurious in their simplicity.
Winding corridors and intriguing hallways guide you on a journey through the buildings, where textured walls with niche lighting add shadows and depth to the white rendered walls.
Our decorations throughout are predominantly sourced from designs and collaborations with various individual and boutique companies.
The majority of the furniture and art is bespoke and specifically designed for the unique spaces within the property. We meticulously sourced each piece from European companies and artists to ensure the successful replication of our original inspirations.
The Final Result
We are proud that we were able to deliver the project during the Covid-19 pandemic, on time and in budget, despite the challenges of such an unusual and difficult period.
The final result is a charming homage to the beautiful island of Santorini in Abu Dhabi.
Click here for a more in-depth exploration of the project. You can also see more visuals on Anantara’s Instagram here.
If you would like help with an interior design project for your home or business, get in touch by emailing
originals@originalsinteriors.com or call +34 952 863 230.