The Lake Como Edition Brings Mid-Century Modernism to Cadenabbia
Last year, the Lake Como Edition made its debut in Cadenabbia, showcasing Ian Schrager's concept of minimal luxury. This structure, which was initially the London in 1830 and later became the Grand Hotel Britannia, has welcomed notable figures like Byron and Mary Shelley. Architects Neri and Hu utilized robust materials, incorporating pale polished stone floors and 1950s-inspired chandeliers. The lobby features rose-pink plaster walls alongside a grey marble bar. Restaurant Cetino, under the guidance of Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, presents a tasting menu in a space adorned with deep pink terracotta walls. The first-floor terrace restaurant Renzo offers scenic views from breakfast through dinner. The spa boasts deep green tiles and treatment rooms overlooking a church. The hotel will close on October 31 for winter, planning to add a second pool for the next season.
Key facts
- The Lake Como Edition opened quietly last year in Cadenabbia, about 20 minutes drive from Como.
- The hotel has 148 rooms and faux-fur throws on every bed as an homage to Ian Schrager's mother.
- The building started as the London in 1830 and later became the Grand Hotel Britannia; Byron and Mary Shelley were regular visitors.
- Shanghai-based architects Neri and Hu designed the interiors, featuring floors with a paving design by Carlo Scarpa.
- The lobby/games room has rose-pink plaster walls and a grey marble bar serving the house special Dolce Vita cocktail.
- Restaurant Cetino features a tasting menu by Argentine chef Mauro Colagreco, whose Mirazur has three Michelin stars.
- The spa includes deep green ceramic tiles, pools, longevity treatments, and treatment rooms with windows onto a baroque church.
- The hotel closes on October 31 for winter; a second pool, a preserved 1932 lido from the Commune, will be added next season.
Entities
Artists
- Ian Schrager
- Neri and Hu
- Carlo Scarpa
- Mauro Colagreco
- Conie Valless
- Clea Irving
- Byron
- Mary Shelley
Institutions
- The Lake Como Edition
- Edition Hotels
- Galerie Magazine
- Mirazur
- Beau Lake
- Bottega Veneta
- Villa Carlotta
- Villa Melzi
Locations
- Lake Como
- Italy
- Cadenabbia
- Como
- Bellagio
- London
- Shanghai
- Milan
- South of France