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The Cheval Blanc Paris takes root in the restored Art Deco-style La Samaritaine building and comprises five F+B concepts as well as a Dior Spa. New York studio Peter Marino Architect maintained a chic residential feel throughout by working with numerous craftspeople. There are patinated bronze and white marble chandeliers in the 72 guestrooms by Philippe Anthonioz, as well as Sophie Mallebranche’s woven metal textiles and Ingrid Donat’s gilded bronze openwork. Frank Gehry’s horse sculpture perched on a bronze and marble table by Laurence Montano at the entrance is an introduction to the distinguished art collection marked by pieces from Vik Muniz and Les Lalanne found throughout the hotel. Photo by Alexandre Tabaste