Elysian
Soirées
gathered in paradise
Sofitel x Accor Hotels 60 Year
Anniversary Contest, 2024
French Luxury in the Moroccan Desert
A project where Moroccan culture fuses with French heritage across Sofitels ground level spaces — designed for Generation Zs needs and desires.
Reflecting YSL’s iconic lifestyle, the concept immerses guests in a life-changing journey through Moroccan culture.
Interiors unify modern style with Casablancas cosmopolitan character, drawing inspiration from desert landscapes, natural tones, Moroccan symmetries, and golden details.
Spaces
Each space offers unique experiences: French influence expressed distinctly while rooted in Casablanca, with every design decision honouring Morocco.
Shaped through analysis of Sofitel’s brand identity and target audience for purposeful, meaningful results.
01_ Lobby & Front Office
02_ Dual Reverie Art Installation
03_ Sahara Fireside Lounge
04_ L´Eclair Patisserie & Tea
05_ Melange Magique Hammam
06_ Le Brulant French Restaurant
07_ Soleil Et Lune Patio
08_ Riya Modern Moroccan Cuisine
Sahara Fireside Lounge
Fuses the serenity of desert sunsets with the tradition of Moroccan haimas, incorporating iconic cultural elements like brass and Zellige ceramic tilework. Though inspired by Morocco, it also integrates French influences through textiles and furniture — a tribute to French heritage.
Dual Reverie
An art installation celebrating French-Moroccan duality through roses — a symbol culturally significant to both Sofitel and Morocco. The piece visualizes harmonious coexistence of both cultures in shared space.
Lobby & Front Office
Contemporary design inspired by retro elements of French culture, adding a distinctive touch to the space. Serving as a transitional area between back-of-house and guest reception, it promotes Sofitel’s characteristic transparency.
Le Brûlant
A classic French restaurant combining vibrant colors, layered upholstery, and marble and onyx finishes to create an elegant, modern atmosphere evoking the gastronomic experience of France’s chic restaurants.