Sense Of Space

Boutique interior design studio, Alex Kravetz Design, excels at scaling space, whatever the project. By L-J Andrew

Founded more than 20 years ago, Alex Kravetz Design studio embraced the digital age from the onset and now operates with highly collaborative team hubs across Europe, enabling a flexible and proactive approach to any geographical challenges. Prior to that, Alex was a partner at one of the global hospitality design firms for the EMEA region.

The company’s reputation is built on a high level of experience in all aspects of interior architecture and design, as well as on delivering a highly personalised service. Historical renovations, re-purposing, re-branding, and market repositioning, have become great strengths in the studio’s growth whilst maintaining elegant and timeless styling - a defining ethos of the company.

Alex has travelled extensively around the world, building on his knowledge and vision of many cultures and influences. With multiple projects in the Middle East, USA, and Europe, he has a unique understanding of the requirements of his clients.

His work is displayed at iconic properties such as Badrutt’s Palace Hotel in St. Moritz, The Imperial Hotel in Vienna, and the Dorchester Hotel in London. Private residences include a classical mansion in Beverly Hills, a Grade I Listed Estate in England and a mountain lodge in Northern Italy, as well as numerous other private commissions, showing the diverse range in the studio’s designs.

The blend of skills between hospitality and residential design has also been instrumental in understanding the functionality of large private homes for UHNWIs, where the size of the entire estate is reminiscent of a boutique hotel. Seamless and sensitive space planning delivers a highly efficient service and translates into a happy environment for the owners. For Alex and his team, directing all the housekeeping, catering, entertainment, wellness facilities and general living spaces is imperative for a harmonious home environment. Whether it’s a ski chalet or a castle, AKD develops each project in the context of the location, landscape setting and overall architecture, translating the vision of the client into the interior space. The studio also delivers turnkey projects with full procurement and installation based on the budget and time frame. This approach ensures that the original concept is fully implemented and coordinated with all of the services and technology behind it.

Over the last few years, Alex has been pursuing the ancient teachings of Vastu Shastra, the art of creating architectural spaces based on the principles of good energy, light and proportions. He is currently pursuing a hands-on implementation of this science of creating wellness-centric living spaces in all his projects. The firm is at present, busy with several residential commissions located in London, Courchevel, Nice and Venice, as well as an ultra luxury wellness hotel retreat in Liguria, Italy.