Cristian Pinedo of SUSURRUS brings award-winning design to Ritz-Carlton Residences Palm Beach Gardens, blending luxury, nature, and lifestyle.
Cristian Pinedo of SUSURRUS brings award-winning design to Ritz-Carlton Residences Palm Beach Gardens, blending luxury, nature, and lifestyle.
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Cristian Pinedo is an award-winning interior architect. He obtained his master’s degree at the High Technical School of Architecture in Madrid, Spain, considered one of the best universities in the world for this degree. He started his career collaborating very closely with Mariano Bayon, recipient of the prestigious National Architecture Prize.
When Cristian was only twenty-five, he won his first architectural design competition and founded his own studio, becoming the Principal for several years. Since the beginning he has worked on many well-received architectural and interior design projects in the hospitality, residential and commercial sectors, taking responsibility for all phases of the development, from initial sketch to their completion on site.
After almost ten years of highly acclaimed work – and with the recognition of his peers – Cristian moved to Brisbane, Australia and joined Hirsch Bedner Associates to specialize in luxury hotel design. He worked in the Singapore and London offices designing some of the most outstanding properties in the world, such as the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences in Kyoto, Hualuxe Hotel in Tianjin and Four Seasons Hotel in Goa, among others.
In March 2015 Cristian opened HBA Miami office to spearhead growth in the Southeastern States and the Caribbean market. Miami office expanded its team in just a few years, increased its presence in the region, and became one of the most successful offices within the group working for exceptional International hotel brands in distinctive locations as New York, Miami, Aruba, Panama, Puerto Rico, Ibiza, Orlando, Galapagos, Key Largo and Sarasota.
Most recently recipient of the prestigious Hospitality Design Awards and Gold Key Awards he also served as a jury member for the prestigious AHEAD Awards in 2017 and 2018.
Branded Living caught up with Cristian recently and asked him about his design process and the inspiration behind the Ritz-Carlton Residences, Palm Beach Gardens.
Cristian Pinedo: Connecting with residents emotionally. It is not just about reflecting local context and offering unique experiences but also connecting with people at a more personal level. We have created strong memories, sense of belonging and comforting familiarity to make a space truly resonate with those who live in it.
Cristian Pinedo: The inspiration came from three different insights: mansion-style living, blooming gardens and boating lifestyle. Mix them all together and you will get the perfect recipe for happiness, right? The residential units are bigger than usual because Catalfumo’s vision was to create mansions in the sky.
The amenities keep that vibe going, spreading out like “wings” with plenty of generous spaces. Meanwhile, the constant blooming gardens make their way inside through textures and delicate accents, like an ephemeral setting that lasts forever. Last but not least, the lifestyle itself is all about water. Being right next to the intercoastal and with your own marina inspired a deep connection with the sea. Imagine the last rays of sunlight dancing on the water as you approach your mansion by boat… idyllic? Not anymore.
Cristian Pinedo: Collaborating with Ritz-Carlton around the world for so many years gives you a clear sense of what the brand represents and the direction the brand is taking. Being part of their clientele also lets you see things from the guest’s perspective. This double insight and empathy, understanding the guest experience and the service is crucial when designing.
Cristian Pinedo: Legendary, gracious and inspiring.
