The Harrods Suite: Cala Di Volpe

When a Sardinian five-star hotel engaged Harrods Interior Design to redesign its penthouse, our experts created a beautiful one-of-a-kind space, where heritage meets luxury and sophistication.

Designed by French architect Jacques Couëlle, and built in 1963, Hotel Cala di Volpe is the epitome of laid-back luxury. It curves around the coastline in a series of irregular-shaped tiled houses of varying shapes, sizes and pastel hues. Inside, the spaces are cave-like, with roughly hewn whitewashed walls, terracotta accents and furnishing that is sourced from local artisans. Right at the top, The Harrods Suite captures the hotel’s rustic luxury – but also stands apart as uniquely Harrods. Gently layered raw and refined elements come together to entice the senses: arched solid-wood doors are carved to resemble sunbeams; bronze patinated alcoves cast ambient light over the beds; and a fluted limestone feature wall mirrors the landscape’s natural curves.

For the interior design, bespoke detailing brings art into the space, not least glass wardrobe doors hand-painted in swirling deep greens and sapphire blues, flecked with 22kt-gold fragments. And on the private roof terrace, a raised infinity pool (with integrated bar), sunbathing deck and alfresco dining pergola provide sweeping views over the nearby coastline.

Together, it captures luxury living at its very finest – as well as the many talents of the Harrods Interior Design team.