- 19. September 2024
On 22nd September 2024, an exciting auction will take place at Auction House Rotherbaum OHG in Hamburg, where paintings with a polo theme will be auctioned. The two oil on canvas works, titled “Polo” (1996) and “Cartier No. 1 Blue” (1996), are each indistinctly signed on the reverse with “[…] Hey” and measure approximately 60 x 50 cm. The paintings are framed (63 x 53 cm) and offer a captivating depiction of the sport of polo.
For further information about the auction and the artworks, please visit the following link: https://www.ah-rotherbaum.de/auction/lot/lot-1359—unbekannt-20-jahrhundert/?lot=17140&so=0&st=&sto=0&au=17&ef=&et=&ic=False&sd=0&mc=14&pp=96&pn=2&g=1#.
Text: Ruth Yorke, Photo: Auction House Rotherbaum OHG
- 4. September 2024
August 30th, 2024: Chantilly Polo Club, France – The prestigious Standing Rock Fair Play Award, which was inaugurated earlier this year in England, will now find its next deserving recipient in France. The award, which was first bestowed upon the Ojo Caliente Polo Team in the British polo community, will made its international debut at the Open de France Barnes 16 Goal Tournament, held at the renowned Chantilly Polo Club.
The Standing Rock Fair Play Award was conceived by the Standing Rock Polo Team and it’s patron, Swiss polo player Philipp Mueller. This award embodies the principles of sportsmanship, respect, and dedication to equine welfare—values that are central to the spirit of polo. It recognises the team that not only demonstrates exceptional athleticism but also exemplifies the highest standards of conduct both on and off the field.
The Open de France Barnes, now in its 24th year, is the most significant international polo event in France. This year’s tournament will be a remarkable spectacle, with 16 teams participating, representing 7 nations and showcasing some of the world’s top polo players. The Chantilly Polo Club, alongside the Fédération Française de Polo, will host this grand event, bringing together more than 1,300 horses and nearly 250 grooms to care for these equine athletes.
The Standing Rock Fair Play Award will add a new dimension to this prestigious tournament. Throughout the competition, teams will be evaluated based on predefined criteria including sportsmanship, respect for umpires, friendliness, and care for their horses. The award serves as a reminder that success in polo is not solely measured by victory on the field, but also by the integrity and respect with which the game is played.
The recipient of this year’s Standing Rock Fair Play Award at the Open de France Barnes will be announced during the closing ceremony, where they will be honoured. This exclusive trophy, intended for perpetual circulation, symbolises the enduring values of fairness and camaraderie that the award represents.
Philipp Müller and Standing Rock remain dedicated to promoting these ideals across the global polo community, inspiring players and enthusiasts to uphold the highest standards of sportsmanship. The Standing Rock Fair Play Award, now recognised internationally, continues to set a new standard of excellence within the world of polo.
For more information, please contact:
Ann-Kristin Sandmann
Peer Polo Ltd./ Standing Rock
aks@peerpolo.com www.standing-rock.com
It may not have been the most beautiful match of the week, but when the final is on the line the only appealing result is a win. Today, polo was a sport of strategy, combat, and patience: and Britain’s Max Charlton proved to be the strongest at this game. All the talent of Raul Laplacette could do nothing about it, despite being named best player of the match.
It was a defensive final which, naturally, concluded with a low score of 6-5. It was unbearable suspense until the end, with each team returning goals blow for blow. With only two minutes left on the clock, a remarkable individual play by Raul Laplacette leveled the score once again, and with mere seconds to go, Max Charlton took advantage of another 60-yard penalty. It was the goal that ultimately determined the match.
“Yes, it was a tough fight played out on penalties,” the Briton admitted. “We won today because we were a little bit luckier than Gstaad Palace since both teams were on equal footing. But I‘m particularly pleased to have won here, for Phillipp [Müller, his captain]. It’s amazing!”
J. Safra Sarasin landed on the third step of the podium.
Today’s opening match, the final for third place, was clinched by French captain François Okala‘s team, donning the distinctive J.Safra Sarasin colors, after an action-packed second chukker. Argentinian handicap 6 Horacio Fernandez Llorente led the charge, capturing four goals. The “blues” dominated the match from start to finish, after measuring up the pitch they only discovered last Thursday.
“Actually…not quite,” Tete Fanelli was keen to point out. “This is the third time I‘ve played here. I‘ve been a finalist twice before but lost on both occasions. I thought this would be my year, so I‘m not completely satisfied with third place. That doesn‘t stop me from enjoying this tournament enormously—the organization, the environment, the atmosphere. So I‘m looking forward to coming back here and leaving with the watch!”
So, maybe next year from August 21-24. The date has already been set for this one-of-a-kind tournament, whose teams continuously express their satisfaction before they return home. This edition was no exception, an extraordinary celebration of polo that couldn’t possibly be spoiled by a little cold on Sunday.
Final for 3rd & 4th place
J. Safra Sarasin
Françoise Okala 0
Bautista Fanelli 3 (2 goals)
Horacio Fernandez Llorente 6 (4 goals)
Tete Fanelli 5 (2 goals)
Hublot
Jurgen Schröder 0 (1 goal)
Juan Correa 3 (3 goals)
Pedro Fernandez Llorente 5 (1 goal)
Manuel Fernandez Llorente 6 (1 goal)
Progression J. Safra Sarasin: 3-1 / 7-2 / 8-3 and 8-6
FINALE
Gstaad Palace
Fabio Meier 1 (1 goal)
Luca Meier 1
Adrian Laplacette 6 (1 goal)
Raul Laplacette 6 (3 goals)
Kielder Agro Group
Philipp Mueller 0,
Jaime Robert 3 (1 goal)
Nacho Gonzales 4(1 goal)
Max Charlton 6 (4 goals)
Progression Kielder Agro Group: 1-1 / 2-2 / 4-4 et 6-5
Tournament top scorer: Max Charlton (Kielder Agro Group) with 17 goals
Best professional player of the final: Raul Laplacette (Gstaad Palace)
Best amateur player: Luca Meier (Gstaad Palace)
Best horse of the final: Germania, a 9-year-old bay mare bred in Argentina by Colo Germano, owned by Fabio Meier and played by Raul Laplacette
The Barnes International Open de France, or rather “les” Opens de France, as there is a women’s version, is the climax of the French season, which also marks the end of the European season. It is a title that the top French and Argentine professionals are keen to add to their palmarès. The 2024 edition promises to be as fiercely competitive as in previous years, with 11 of the world’s top 40 competing in Argentina’s emblematic “Triple Crown”, the pinnacle of the sport.
In France, this “pinnacle” is the Barnes International Open de France, Europe’s top grass-court tournament at the end of the season. The world’s greatest players, that is to say, from Argentina, have discovered this peaceful haven on the edge of the Trios-Forêts and return each year to enjoy both the competitive nature and friendly atmosphere of the tournament. There will be 11 champions in Chantilly this year who have played, won, or will be vying to qualify for the legendary Argentine Open. Among them, Nicolas Pieres (H8), who won the ‘Abierto’ in 2012 and became well acquainted with Chantilly last year… by winning the French Open with the French Kazak team.
“I found the French Open very competitive with 18 teams, which must be a record for a single tournament. That made Kazak’s victory even more valuable. It’s a huge club, and the competition was really well organized,” said Pieres.
This year, the organization has set the number of teams at 16, and, to the delight of the Chantilly public, this mallet artist will be back to defend his title with Kazak.
Argentine Stars
These star-studded teams hail from five different nations—the Netherlands, Sweden, Italy, France and, of course, Argentina, the home base of French captain Arthur Madrid (La Fija Sandbox), who returns this year well-armed with two Abierto plays in his ranks: Rufino Benson (H7) and Fran Elizalde (H8). A solid duo, but who will have to face Guillermo Terrera (H8) playing alongside the young French players from Eternal J, Julien Reynes, and Louis Jarrige (H4). They’ll too have to contend with Diego Cavanagh (H8), a recent Queen’s Cup finalist and pillar of the La Baule team; Brittany Polo Club. H8 Argentines Jero Del Carril and Facundo FernandezLlorente are primed for the challenge with La Magdeleine, as they put forth the youngest of the Castagnola siblings (Barto and Jeta, reigning Argentine champions and still revered for their visit to Chantilly in 2020).
We’ll see more handicaps 7 or 8 for Esso (Toly Ulloa), Tédélou, where Juan-Gris Zavaleta will join his cousins Simon and Ramiro, and for Amanara with SantiagoChavanne, whose son Lorenzo (17) is one of Argentina’s most promising talents that we see progressing in Chantilly year after year with his Dutch team.
The remaining teams opted for more balanced compositions, with a mix of 4, 5, and 6-goalers respectively.
The Women’s Open, more international than ever.
The Women’s Open, established in 2011, was formed in response to a modern phenomenon in polo, the rise of female players in the sport. This tournament has no shortage of household names in the women’s division, where Lia Salvo (ARG and multi-time champion of the women’s Argentine Open and French Open), Great Britain’s Hazel Jackson (who holds several titles from Palermo and Chantilly), as well as Argentina‘s Milagros Fernandez Araujo, winner of this women‘s Abierto on four occasions with La Dolfina, are once again set to headline this 2024 edition. From September 17–22, the matches will also naturally feature several talented French players, such as the Venot sisters and Ambre Ploix, all trained at the Chantilly club. The tournament is just as international as its men‘s counterpart, where players from Argentina, Great Britain, Ireland, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Hungary, Poland, the USA, and France will all meet on the field.
With the French Opens, September is a dreamy month for polo fans and those who wish to discover the sport with the Chantilly crème de la crème of polo. Throughout this month, Europe’s biggest club is transformed into ‘Argentine territory’, as Nico Pieres will attest: “Chantilly is very much the kind of club you’d find in Argentina, especially in Pilar, where we (Ellerstina) are based, there are many similar clubs. Maybe not as big, but with entirely the same spirit.” It’s a culture and atmosphere eager to be experienced during these three special weeks, where access is free for the public (match schedules can be found at www.poloclubchantilly.com or by downloading the ChukkerApp app).
It was time again for the Ladies Cup at the PoloPark Berlin. The International Ladies Cup, presented by Radio Paradiso, took place for the fourth time at the PoloPark Berlin. Six international ladies teams with players from seven nations (Germany, Ireland, England, Argentina, Austria, the Czech Republic and the USA) took part in this event with over 100 polo horses and offered the more than 1,300 visitors and guests exciting chukka matches in the best polo weather (except for a few small showers). The matches were expertly moderated by ‘The Voice of Polo’ Jan Erik Franck. DJ BastikSoul Sebastian provided the appropriate sound. The Ladies Cup was rounded off by the hat contest, organised by Pauline Stolze, Anna Jorinde Pursche and
Thomas Bauer.
The celebrity jury for the hat contest included: Dieter Hallervorden, actor, Christiane Hallervorden, actress, Julian F.M. Stoeckel, entertainer and presenter, Aldona Niemczyk, Member of Parliament for Berlin, Günther Krabbenhöft, international style icon, Carsten Goms, TV chef (ZDF), Thomas Worm from Schloss Diedersdorf and Graf von Blickensdorf, cartoonist. The hat contest was hosted by Xenia Princess of Saxony, actress.
Among the numerous guests on the final Sunday were: Micaela Schäfer, model and DJane, Arno Funke, graphic designer, author and legendary ‘Dagobert’, Barbara Schöne, cult actress, Daniel Völz, TV star (‘The Bachelor’), Dr Dennis
Ivanovic, CEO of ‘Love it Pure’, Dr Heike Weidling, celebrity doctor, Franziska Traub, actress (‘Ritas Welt’), Freddy Reitz, artist (smart, LUMAS), Judith Stückler,
CDU politician, Manuela Schikorsky, TV star (“Die Superhändler – 4 Räume,
1 Deal”), Stefanie Simon, pop star and singer, and the “Guttmann Zwillinge”. Everyone enjoyed the exciting games and the thrilling final on Sunday afternoon. This was won by the POLO+10 / Radio Paradiso team with 6.5 : 6 against the Ingo Pyko Immobilien team.
Ranking
1. POLO+10 / Radio Paradiso (+5)
Silvia & Jona Nutz, GER (0)
Megan Manubay, GER (+1)
Milagros Sanchez, ARG (+8)
Isabella Koessler, GER (0)
2. Ingo Pyko Immobilien (+6)
Dele Iversen, GER (0)
Jeanette Diekmann, GER (+2)
Siobhan Herbst, IRL (+4)
Mona Scharf, GER (0)
3. Dermaroller / Skinlifter (+7)
Philippa Luserke, GER (+2)
Anne Grossmann, GER (-1)
Clarissa Markgraf, GER (+3)
Marie Haupt, GER (+3)
4. Merkatzer / Berlin Cocktail (+6)
Nina Frühauf, GER (0)
Annalena Plickert, GER (0)
Svenja Hölty, GER (+4)
Katy McKegney, USA (+2)
5. Polo Sylt (+5)
Josepha Schmidt, GER / Megan Kawohl, GER (0)
Ida Gaarz, GER (+1)
Patricia Rohde, GER (+1)
Sophie Schmidt, GER (+3)
6. Blanche (+7)
Veronika Svobodova, CZ (0)
Jolie Lange, GER (+1)
Alex Jacob, GER (+5)
Emily Hase Loock, GER (+1)
Die Auszeichnungen für die beiden MVP-Spielerinnen gingen an Isa Kössler und Sophie Schmidt.
Die Auszeichnungen für die beiden Best Playing Ponys, präsentiert vom Autohaus Mecklenborg, gingen an Jeanette Diekmann mit dem Polo-Pferd „Princessa“ und Milagros Sanchez mit dem Polo-Pferd „Porsche“.
Schiedsrichter des 4. Ladies Cup war der Hamburger National Polo Spieler Christopher Kirsch.
Text : Baltic Polo Events
Photograhy: AEDT, Jan Jürges / Polo Sylt, Baltic Polo Events
Glorious sunshine on the final Sunday and huge numbers of spectators – that’s the great result of this year’s Berenberg German Polo Masters on Sylt. Team König Sylt, the local sponsor, came out on top ahead of Transgourmet and Berenberg.
König Sylt has been a team sponsor of the Berenberg German Polo Masters for ten years and has helped to shape the traditional sporting event over the last decade. This anniversary could not have been crowned more beautifully than with yesterday’s victory. Team König Sylt last stood at the top of the podium in 2018.
Transgourmet Cook had been able to maintain a tie until the third chucker, but the outstanding Argentinian 6-goaler Raul Laplacette made it increasingly difficult for his opponents to keep up with him thanks to perfect team play with his compatriot Agustin Kronhaus, Jan-Hendrik Többe and Johannes Wimmer. Nevertheless, Team Transgourmet Cook with Kutlay Yaprak and Lukas Sdrenka from Polo Club Düsseldorf as well as “The Machine” Cristobal Durrieu and Jorgita Reta put in a strong performance.
Klaus Naeve: “High-calibre matches”
In the match for third place, Team Berenberg with the successful Argentinian-German quartet of Udo Klein-Boelting, Dr Jürgen Schröder, Andres “Lala” Laplacette and Pedro Llorente managed to pull out a narrow victory over Aston Martin Hamburg Nord-Ostsee Automobile to take home the bronze medal. Klaus Naeve, Head of Wealth and Asset Management at title sponsor Berenberg: “We are delighted with this third place and would like to congratulate the players. What a great backdrop and atmosphere here on the final day on Sylt. We have experienced five days of strong equestrian sport, high-calibre matches and loud support for the polo teams! The Berenberg German Polo Masters on Sylt are always a special highlight for us and we are already looking forward to seeing you again next year.”
Frederick Többe and Henri Grimme, two of the most talented young players in German polo, were in the saddle for the Aston Martin Hamburg Nord-Ostsee Automobile team, who were able to rely on the experience of Sven Schneider and Matias Maiquez.
In the match for fifth place, Vanessa Schockemöhle, Sebastian Schneberger, Patrick Maleitzke and Juan Correa from Team burckhardt’s glide were beaten 9:11.5 by Team Polo Sylt. Sophie and Moritz Schmidt, two of the best young players in Germany, together with former champion Christopher Kirsch and Argentinian Gines Bargallo Jr. had delivered an exciting intergenerational match.
The long-standing charity partner of Polo Club Sylt and the Berenberg German Polo Masters, Dunkelziffer e.V., also showed its colours again this year and was able to make a contribution to the purely donation-based work of the club by selling high-quality wristbands designed by Polo Sylt.
Accompanied by huge cheers from the audience, the young Frederick Többe from Hamburg received the “Most Valuable Player” award this year. The “Best Playing Pony” was the mare “Poka” from Kutlay Yaprak.
Organiser Kiki Schneider: “We welcomed several thousand visitors over five sunny days with the best of weather. Between applause and cheering, super exciting and fair games, but also strolling through the exhibitors’ pagoda village, children playing, smiling guests and simply relaxed summer moments, everything was there. Thanks to our partners and the best audience you could wish for.”
Hotel set to become the first five-star hospitality project in the year-round resort of Poiana Brasov
Geneva, 5 December 2023 — Situated in the mountains of central Romania, Kempinski Hotels reveals the latest addition to its European constellation: a contemporary ski resort that will transform the town of Poiana Brasov into a must-visit destination for trail-blazing travellers. With 120 guestrooms, Kempinski Poiana Brasov mountain resort will be the first five-star hotel in the Transylvania region and the debut Kempinski address in Romania.
The EUR 70 million project marks Bucharest-based developer Rock Holding’s first foray into the luxury hospitality space after successfully developing a collection of high-end residential projects in the Romanian capital.
“The mountains of Eastern Europe are some of the most spectacular in the world and we are thrilled to have found a new home in the enchanting village of Poiana Brasov,” says Bernold Schroeder, Chief Executive Officer of Kempinski Group and Chairman of the Management Board of Kempinski AG. “Together with Rock Holding, we hope to bring elevated levels of
luxury to the region’s hospitality scene and provide a truly five-star experience for well-heeled travellers heading to Romania.”
A collection of 120 lakeside rooms and suites in the main hotel will be augmented by extensive spa and wellness facilities that will tap into the healing powers of the mountain landscape, while three dining outlets will showcase the flavours of the Romanian and international cuisine. A conference centre and events space with stunning mountain views provide a blank canvas for spectacular corporate events and summer weddings.
Behind a sleek, contemporary façade, the hotel promises a minimal, naturalistic aesthetic, with natural building materials, flowing organic lines and interiors that reflect the landscape of the Carpathian Mountains.
“Poiana Brasov is without doubt one of the most attractive parts of Romania and holds great development potential,” says Mircea Cotiga, CEO and Founder, Rock Holding. “Our vision for Kempinski Poiana Brasov is to create a luxurious mountain hideaway where visitors can choose to do as much or as little as they like, with a host of in-house facilities and an abundance of outdoor activities at the doorstep. The Kempinski Hotel will provide a luxury accommodation for anyone looking for a slice of paradise in the Carpathian Mountains.”
Poiana Brasov is a gateway to some of the most spell-binding landscape in Central Europe and a magnet for outdoor afficionados. During the long summer days, well-marked trails between lush spruce forests and mountain meadows blanketed in wildflowers draw hikers, cyclists and horse riders, while the snowy peaks lure skiers and snowboarders from across Europe each winter.
“Our growing collection of European mountain resorts reflects the increasing demand from guests for holidays that immerse them in the natural world and provide a blank canvas for active adventures,” adds Bernold Schroeder. “From snow-packed winter ski holidays to adventurous summer escapes, Poiana Brasov provides a year-round destination for outdoor pursuits.”
Guests staying at Kempinski Poiana Brasov mountain resort will have direct access to almost 24 kilometres of ski slopes on the flanks of the Postăvarul Massif, one of the most picturesque areas of wilderness in Central Europe. The nearby medieval city of Brasov is home to gothic churches, cobbled streets and baroque townhouses that evoke the essence of Transylvania. In less than 45 minutes, guests can reach some of the other must-see sights of Romania, including Bran Castle, home of Count Dracula, the fairy-tale spires of Peles Castle and the mighty walls of Rasnov Fortress.
Direct flights from cities including Dubai, London, Brussels, Barcelona, Munich, Stuttgart, Tel Aviv and Geneva serve the new Brasov-Ghimbav International Airport, a 30-minute drive from the hotel, while the larger Bucharest International Airport can be reached in 2.5 hours.
About Kempinski
Created in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. Kempinski’s rich heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Today the Kempinski Group operates 82 hotels and residences in 35 countries and currently has more than 26 prestigious projects under development around the globe. Each five-star hotel reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of its heritage; each one imbues the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while embracing the cultural traditions of its location. The portfolio comprises historic landmark properties, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts and prestigious residences. Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands.
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- 10. November 2023
- Showroom opening of the German family businesses in Palo Alto, California, USA in winter 2023
- Presentation of private islands (rental and purchase islands) around the globe in combination with exclusive floating villas and yachts that can be docked to the private islands and thus protect nature
Papenburg/Hamburg/Palo Alto, November 2023 – The MEYER Group and VLADI PRIVATE ISLANDS are cooperating in the important US market, where they will jointly present private islands in prime locations around the globe as well as floating villas from MEYER Floating Solutions and superyachts from MEYER YACHTS. The two German family-owned companies are also opening a showroom in Palo Alto, California.
Floating villas offer the unique opportunity to live on the water and feel at home on a private island without disturbing the tranquillity of nature. The floating buildings are used in an environmentally friendly way without interfering with nature and are self-sufficient with renewable energy sources. This ideal combination promises unlimited opportunities to explore the impressive beauty of the sea and the lush vegetation of a private island. In this unique combination, private islands and floating villas offer the opportunity to create your own idyllic and climate-friendly living space.
“Floating solutions are manufactured in a protected environment under industrial conditions, minimising the impact on nature during construction and throughout their entire service life. This makes them the perfect and, above all, environmentally friendly addition to a private island, which is often located in pure nature, describes Thomas Weigend, Chief Sales Officer of the MEYER Group.
Vladi Private Islands and the MEYER Group are now teaming up to bring this new and previously unavailable concept to the US, opening a brand new showroom on University Avenue in Palo Alto, California, featuring a wide selection of private islands for rent and purchase, as well as customised floating homes and superyachts. “Through our rental property, Singer Castle in the 1000 Islands River, New York, which receives over 25,000 visitors a year, we are receiving more and more enquiries from island seekers from the USA. That’s why we chose this location on the West Coast as our base and point of contact for our US customers,” explains international island broker Farhad Vladi.
“Private islands offer absolute peace, privacy and a perfect contrast to city life. Having your own private paradise surrounded by sparkling waters is the ultimate island dream for many. It is an island buyer’s wish to leave the island untouched – as much as possible. That’s why the concept of combining private islands and floating homes was born,” says Farhad Vladi.
In addition to the private island portfolio of Vladi Private Islands, the superyacht concepts ONE50 and TWO10 from MEYER YACHTS, both of which have a clean drive system with fuel cells and batteries, will be presented in the showroom. This means that these yachts are also paving the way for these technologies to be used in other types of vessel in the future. The THREE05 concept, a combination of superyacht and floating home, which was recently unveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show, will also be on permanent display in Palo Alto. There will also be two more spacious floating villas from MEYER Floating Solutions.
Iconic Art Deco Skyscraper in the Financial District Celebrates Landmark Status with Official Ceremony in Collaboration with Macklowe Properties and the New York Landmarks Preservation Foundation
NEW YORK, NY (September 27, 2023) – Today, iconic Art Deco skyscraper One Wall Street celebrated its certification as a landmark by unveiling a plaque presented by the New York Landmarks Preservation Foundation. Originally built in 1931 as the Irving Trust Company Headquarters by “the Architect of the Century” Ralph Walker, One Wall Street represents one of the most ambitious examples of adaptive reuse to residential and retail in New York City‘s history while leading the Financial District‘s transformation into a world-class residential neighborhood.
To commemorate the occasion, Landmark plaques were unveiled at the Broadway entrance with a ceremony, with a reception following in the One Club private residential restaurant on the building’s 38th floor. Speakers included Harry Macklowe, developer of One Wall Street, Tom Krizmanic, Chair of the New York Landmarks Preservation Foundation, and Sarah Carroll, Chair of the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. Mayor Eric Adams also issued an official citation to celebrate the occasion.
One Wall Street is regarded as one of New York City‘s premier Art Deco landmarks. In 2001, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission designated the original 1931 portion of the building as a New York City landmark, and in 2007, it was declared a contributing property to the Wall Street Historic District, a National Register of Historic Places district.
The plaque is presented by the New York Landmarks Preservation Foundation, which was established in 1980 to foster public awareness of preservation through educational outreach, including the creation of landmark plaques for historic buildings, and supports the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC,) which was created in 1965 through groundbreaking legislation in response to the losses of historically significant buildings in New York City.
The Landmarks Plaque reads: “Built as the headquarters of the Irving Trust Company Bank in 1929-31, One Wall Street is one of New York City’s finest art deco skyscrapers. The 654-foot limestone-clad tower, suggestive of a fluted column or draped cloth, is enlivened by subtle setbacks, chamfered corners, concave windows, and a crystalline crown that originally contained an executive lounge. It is among the most significant works of Ralph Walker, of Voorhees, Gmelin & Walker, whom the American Institute of Architects honored as ‘The Architect of The Century’ in 1957. One Wall Street was designated an individual landmark in 2001 and sensitively converted to residential and retail use in 2022 by Macklowe Properties.”
Architecture and Conversion:
The landmarked original 1931 building at One Wall Street was designed by Ralph Walker of the Voorhees, Gmelin and Walker architecture firm, reaching 56 stories at 654 feet tall, with a primarily limestone facade built in the Art Deco style. The southern annex, designed by the successor firm of the original architecture team, was completed in 1965, reaching 28 stories and 391 feet, and during the conversion was expanded during the restoration to expand to 36 stories and 494 feet, housing new residences and the One Club amenities spaces.
“New York City’s triumvirate of great Art Deco buildings would consist of the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, and One Wall Street.” Ada Louise Huxtable, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic
The exterior of the property was sensitively restored and the interiors completely reimagined, with SLCE Architects serving as the executive architect and interior architects including MdeAs, TenBerke, (formerly known as Deborah Berke Partners,) and Ashe Leandro. Robert A.M Stern Architects served as the architect for the master plan Landmarks approval, and Acheson Doyle Partners Architects served as the historic preservation consultant for the project. All escalators and elevators throughout the building were removed and centralized in the core of the building to best serve the residents and allow for more light and air to reach the interiors, offering residents natural light and sweeping views. New windows were added throughout, with limestone surrounds from the original Indiana quarry to ensure a seamless exterior. Acheson Doyle Partners Architects served as the historic preservation consultant for the project.
“One Wall Street presents a series of rhythmic motifs of different sizes and shapes.
This sense of rhythm becomes clear when one’s eye travels upward along the strongly vertical lines of the building.” Ralph Walker, Original architect of One Wall Street
One Wall Street Residences and Amenities:
One Wall Street was developed by Macklowe Properties in a remarkably complex and intricate restoration, comprising 566 condominiums complemented by 100,000-square-feet of amenities and a residential lifestyle previously unavailable in New York City.
The residences at One Wall Street maintain the elegance of the building’s coveted pre-war proportions and architecture, from which the team meticulously created modern layouts for the residences that reflect the way people live today with the best in contemporary craftsmanship and materiality. Residences feature soaring ceiling heights and breathtaking, unparalleled views of the Manhattan cityscape, New York Harbor, and New York City landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Trinity Church, and the New York Stock Exchange.
One Wall Street is the Financial District‘s first true luxury residential building with full-time door staff, porters, resident manager, and white-glove concierge service, offering The One Club residential amenities space that highlights amenities for wellness, entertainment, leisure and business. Amenities include a 75-foot, glass-enclosed Sky Pool with a wraparound terrace, and the only private residential restaurant in Downtown Manhattan, which offers a gourmet seasonal menu, espresso bar, and craft cocktails in the dining area designed by TenBerke, (formerly known as Deborah Berke Partners,) as well as on an adjoining 4,500-square-foot terrace with stunning views. The building also offers a transformative co-working space, One Works by The One Club, a tech-savvy, 6,500-square foot space that creates an effortless, multifunctional space to support residents with the option of working from home.
The building’s retail space was carefully reconfigured to create a residential center in the neighborhood akin to Rockefeller Center, including the Financial District‘s largest grocer, Whole Foods, and Life Time Fitness Resort, which offers a private entrance and complimentary membership to residents in addition to the 38th floor private fitness center in the amenities space. Luxury French retailer Printemps will open their first U.S. store in a 54,000-square foot space at the base of the building that encompasses the historic Red Room.
About One Wall Street
One Wall Street is a 56-story Art Deco landmark in Lower Manhattan located to the east of Broadway and adjacent to the New York Stock Exchange. Built in 1931 for the Irving Trust company and designed by architect Ralph Walker, One Wall Street has been transformed by Macklowe Properties into a condominium building in the largest office to residential conversion in the history of New York City. One Wall Street offers unobstructed views of New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty, comprising 566 studio to four-bedroom condominiums and a penthouse, in addition to 174,000 square feet of retail space and 100,000 square feet of amenity space. For more information and current availability, please visit www.onewallstreet.com
About the New York Landmarks Preservation Foundation
The New York Landmarks Preservation Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1980 that raises funds from private sources. The Foundation‘s mission is to support certain activities of the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. Every Fall, the Foundation sponsors a “Lunch at a Landmark” to raise funds for its programs and to foster a dialogue regarding preservation and architecture through educational outreach. For more information, please visit www.nylpf.org/.
Elegant Christening Ceremony in Miami to Feature Entertainment from Emmy and Tony Award-Winning Actress and Singer Kristin Chenoweth
Bespoke Fabergé Jewelry to be Auctioned for The Gemfields Foundation
MIAMI, July 17, 2023 – Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, today announced that Sarah Fabergé, Founding Member of The Fabergé Heritage Council and great-granddaughter of Peter Carl Fabergé, will serve as Godmother to the ship that will embody A Heritage of Perfection, Seven Seas Grandeur.
DeMarco continued “Seven Seas Grandeur has been inspired by the past and stunningly reimagined for the future, exemplifying our heritage of perfection with unrivaled space, unparalleled service, epicurean perfection, and transformative experiences that begin the moment guests step aboard. Fabergé’s storied legacy of unwavering perfection, unparalleled craftsmanship, and relentless pursuit of excellence aligns harmoniously with the core values of our own distinguished luxury brand.”
“Today’s Fabergé looks to the ingenuity of my great-grandfather, Peter Carl Fabergé and his constant pursuit of excellence,” said Sarah Fabergé, Director of Special Projects and Founding Member of the Fabergé Heritage Council. “I am honored to be Godmother to this extraordinary new ship which, like Fabergé, has been inspired by the past and reimagined for the future, and I also look forward to hosting Regent guests onboard Seven Seas Grandeur for my exclusive Spotlight Voyage in 2024”.
Great-granddaughter of Peter Carl Fabergé – the legendary artist-jeweler and creative and entrepreneurial genius behind the world-renowned company that bore his name – Sarah is member of the Fabergé Heritage Council which helps to support the Fabergé Management Team in its pursuit of excellence and exclusivity and provides guidance on Peter Carl Fabergé and his legacy.
As part of Regent’s partnership with Fabergé, Sarah will wear bespoke earrings and a ring specifically designed for the upcoming Christening event. These exquisite pieces, made of 18k white gold and featuring blue guilloché enamel, white diamonds and pearls, will not only grace Sarah as an ensemble during this elegant event but will also be auctioned to raise money for charity in 2024. The proceeds from this auction will be donated to the Gemfields Foundation, the charitable arm of Gemfields which is the parent company of Fabergé. The foundation is dedicated to undertaking various activations designed to address poverty alleviation in communities and wildlife conservation in sub-Saharan Africa. Notably, the charity’s impactful projects span countries which Regent visits, such as Madagascar and Mozambique.
Sarah’s appointment as Godmother to Seven Seas Grandeur comes in celebration of Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ partnership with Fabergé. As part of the collaboration, Regent previously announced the commission of a one-of-a-kind, meticulously hand-crafted objet d’art known as Journey in Jewels. This exquisite Fabergé egg will hold the distinction of being the first-ever permanent resident of its kind on the open seas, proudly serving as the crowning jewel within the ship’s awe-inspiring multi-million-dollar art collection.
Additionally, Sarah will host a Fabergé Spotlight Voyage on board Seven Seas Grandeur, sailing July 1, 2024, enveloping luxury travelers into the world of Fabergé with small group master-class programs, exclusive access to unique and intimate shore-side tours, jeweled egg demonstrations and fascinating lectures and screenings. The 10-night sailing will depart from Rome (Civitavecchia) and cruise the Mediterranean, calling in Salerno, Italy; Taormina (Sicily), Italy; Valletta, Malta; Palma de Mallorca; Barcelona, Spain; Provence (Marseille), and Antibes, France before ending at Monte Carlo.
Elegant Christening Ceremony with Dazzling Entertainment
Seven Seas Grandeur will be christened at an elegant gala event in Miami on December 10, 2023. Those in attendance, including loyal Regent past guests, valued Travel Partners, and VIPs, will enjoy a performance by Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth.
Kristin, who’s career achievements were recognized with a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015, has starred in countless successful productions across film, television and stage including Pushing Daisies, Glee and Wicked. Her performance will feature songs from her latest album, For The Girls, in addition to songs from genres including pop, country, and Broadway.
Following the gala event, guests on board Seven Seas Grandeur will enjoy a three-night Caribbean sailing with everything the ship that embodies 30 years of unrivaled experiences has to offer, from unrivaled space in luxuriously appointed suites, to unparalleled service in lavish bars and lounges, to epicurean perfection in five exquisite gourmet restaurants, to unlimited, free and immersive shore excursions.
For more information, please visit RSSC.com/ships/Seven_Seas_Grandeur
About Seven Seas Grandeur Inspired by the past and stunningly reimagined for the future, Seven Seas Grandeur will exemplify Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Heritage of Perfection with unrivaled space, unparalleled service, epicurean indulgence, and transformative experiences for guests as soon as they step on board. With a gross tonnage of 55,500 and only 746 guests, Seven Seas Grandeur will provide among the highest space and staff to guest ratios in the industry. Designed by the award-winning Studio DADO, her refined style, matchless elegance, and breath-taking beauty will exceed the expectations of discerning travelers. On board, guests will find captivatingly reimagined designs for signature restaurants Compass Rose and Prime 7 among the exquisite dining choices. From the palatial, $11,000-a-night Regent Suite, to the contemporary, yet timeless, Distinctive Suites, to the beautifully appointed Spacious Suites, Seven Seas Grandeur features 15 stunning accommodation categories. Seven Seas Grandeur will also be home to a multi-million-dollar art collection, the Pièce de Résistance of which will be a custom designed masterpiece – Journey in Jewels – the first Fabergé Egg to permanently reside at sea. Seven Seas Grandeur’s inaugural season begins in November 2023 and discovers the Mediterranean and the Caribbean with a wonderful range of 18 sailings in the regions, including two transatlantic voyages.
About Regent Seven Seas Cruises®
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® is the leading luxury cruise line, delivering An Unrivaled Experience™ for over 30 years. Carrying no more than 746 guests, the line’s spacious and stylish ships – Seven Seas Explorer®, Seven Seas Mariner®, Seven Seas Navigator®, Seven Seas Splendor®, Seven Seas Voyager® and from 2023 Seven Seas Grandeur™ – form The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet™ and explore more than 500 immersive destinations globally. Offering Unrivaled Space at Sea™, guests enjoy sumptuous all-suite accommodations, nearly all with private balconies, which are among the largest at sea, as well as highly personalized service throughout lavish public areas and expansive outdoor spaces. Unique to Regent Seven Seas Cruises, unlimited complimentary shore excursions are available in every port, making it the only truly all-inclusive cruise line. Voyage fares also include round-trip business-class air on intercontinental flights from the U.S. and Canada, gourmet cuisine in a range of specialty restaurants and al-fresco dining venues, fine wines and spirits, entertainment, unlimited internet access, free valet laundry, gratuities, ground transfers and one-night, pre-cruise hotel packages for guests staying in Concierge-level suites and higher. For more information, please visit RSSC.com, call 1.844.873.2381 or contact a professional travel advisor. Regent Seven Seas Cruises is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH). To learn more, visit www.nclhltd.com.
At the first Biohacking Retreat on the island of Sylt, we can learn in two days how to unleash our full genetic potential. Co-organizer Moritz Klatten reveals in an interview what exactly is behind the biohacking trend.
What can participants expect from the first biohacking retreat on Sylt?
The event is intended to provide an introduction to the topic of physical and mental self-optimization that is as inspiring as it is motivating. It is important to me and my co-organizer Nico Airone to offer all participants a good mix of theory and practice. In the theory part it concerns among other things a nutrition cut to the individual needs of humans. And in the practical part it goes then completely concretely around experiencing – as for example by learning special breath and Meditationstechniken or by ice bathing.
Ice bathing? My teeth chatter just hearing the word….
Oh, it’s not that bad if you try it under professional guidance. (laughs) And the positive effects are really impressive. On the one hand, the metabolism and fat burning are boosted – and on the other, your own immune system is strengthened enormously.
Can you confirm this from your own experience?
You bet! I have not been sick once in the past nine years. Any questions? (laughs)
What exactly does the word biohacking mean?
Translated very loosely into German, it means something like trying to get the best out of your body and mind and thereby unleash your full genetic potential.
Do you have a concrete example of a biohack trick that you have personally had good experiences with?
I got into the habit of always wearing special glasses that filter out blue light when I watch TV in the evening. This has improved my sleep enormously, especially my deep sleep phase. One of our guest speakers is Daniel Sentker (Founder of Lichtblock,) who will talk about this topic. And every retreat participant will get a Biohacking Starter Pack including these glasses.
What exactly is it all about?
By blocking blue light, our melatonin levels can rise normally; just as nature intended when it gets dark outside. And then we automatically sleep much more deeply and accordingly more restfully. Of course, the best thing would be not to watch television at all in the evening, but in reality this is hardly feasible. It’s a no-go to spend a lot of time on the smartphone in the evening before going to bed. This has the same negative effect as watching TV – and not just because of the blue light.
What age group is the biohacking event for?
Basically, everyone from the age of 12 to 80 can participate; although it would definitely make sense to get confirmation from the family doctor beforehand that there are no health restrictions. Then, for example, ice bathing is no problem for participants aged 60 plus. In my eyes, it is never too late to deal with the topic of self-optimization and to start turning the right screws.
What is the maximum number of participants?
No more than 45, because it’s important that there’s enough time for me and the other seminar leaders to be able to respond to people’s individual questions.
As a fitness and nutrition expert, what do you think of the ultimate sports programs and miracle diets that can be found online all the time?
Very little! There is no secret recipe for fitness and vitality that can be applied to all of us, because we humans are far too different in terms of our genetic makeup alone. That’s why there are people who eat a less than optimal diet and hardly do any exercise, but still look young and fit well into old age. Especially on the subject of nutrition, we have Nils Schulz-Ruhtenberg (specialist in general medicine, nutritional medicine and sports medicine), a top guest speaker, who will talk in detail about this topic.
What is the most important insight you have gained over the years in terms of sports and nutrition?
That it is incredibly important to respond to people’s individual needs, bodies, prerequisites. In order to find the sport and nutrition that really suits you, so that you stick to it. What and how you train is also an essential factor for success. In my eyes, for example, prolonged aerobic training is overrated.
Interesting! And why is that?
In the past, we Stone Age people didn’t run after a hare for two hours, but with a lot of luck we killed it with a stone after a short sprint. People who jog many kilometers every day may be slim, but they usually look older. This is because long runs cause adrenaline and cortisol levels to go up, while testosterone and growth hormones go down. This means stress for the entire organism.
What would be a better alternative?
Interval training. This is the best for heart health, metabolism, blood pressure or blood lipids due to maximum oxygen uptake. That’s why sprinters look so much fitter and more vital than long-distance runners.
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Ferenc´s passion is horses and to paint horses. He works throughout the international field, often on commissions. His objects are polo, harness racing and dressage.
Ferenc Flamm grew up in Budapest and from an early age fell in love with the horses that are so much a part of the Hungarian noble traditions. His interest continued to mature during his education at The Fine Art College of Budapest and The Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts where he closely studied the horse’s anatomy, muscular structure and movement. He often visited the Hungarian countryside and the classical horse breeding farms so he could study his favourite objects in their genuine and natural habitat.
In 1976 Ferenc moved to Sweden, married and formed a family, while at the same time finding his feet as a graphic designer and artist. Over the past ten years he has returned increasingly to his artistic roots; painting portraits and accomplishing his own art projects. His work has been displayed at art galleries on Broadway, in Soho and in the City Hall, New York, at the U.S. Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C., in Orlando and Fort Lauderdale in Florida, at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas and on Long Island. He also participated with his paintings in the Annual Exhibitions of The Society of Equestrian Artists at the Mall Galleries in London.
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