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away. From the moment we saw the space, a traditional
NOSTALGIA Mykonian building with unique details inspired by the
60s and 70s, so intimate yet so open with a magnificent
view of Kalafatis and the island's first surf club bathed
NURTURED in sunlight, a very strong vision emerged, influenced by
all the clues the space gave us, and a passion to create
something that was missing in Mykonos: a truly intimate
Here’s a partnership made in heaven. boutique resort based on the quiet luxury philosophy of
Numo and inspired by the island’s cosmopolitan past.
Ioanna Mitropoulou of Hotel IM
Was there a specific moment during your collaboration with
opens up about her work and Numo that was particularly meaningful to you?
The beginning is half of everything, so the first tour of the
inspiration for Numo Mykonos. space with the Numo team was significant, as we saw
the hotel’s potential and our common vision unfolding,
and we started to compose its story together and imag-
ine the space with new life.
Observing your design, one sees that the details and atmo-
sphere make the difference. How did you want the guests of
Ioanna Mitropoulou’s illustrious career Numo Mykonos Boutique Resort to feel upon arriving at the
as an interior designer culminated in the foundation of hotel and living in the environment you created?
her own studio: Hotel IM. Her collaboration with Numo Numo Mykonos is designed to satisfy all the senses
on its new Mykonos resort resulted in a unique Mediter- and meet the needs of the demanding modern travel-
ranean getaway for barefoot luxury with hints of the 60s ler. Whether relaxing alone in one of the suites with pri-
and 70s, all inspired by the island’s beauty and cosmo- vate pools and views of Kalafatis, lounging by the cen-
politan history. She discusses her relationship with Numo tral pool with cocktails and upbeat music, or enjoying
Mykonos and its team, as well as what influenced her Mykonian flavours at Anemoessa, the resort allows the
ingenious design, merging natural and retro elements for A TRULY INTIMATE guest to engage with it however they wish and without
a charming nostalgic ambience. compromise. It is all designed as a seamless experience,
How did the aesthetic identity of Mykonos personally influ- BOUTIQUE while the guest is free to choose how to live in the space.
ence you before designing the Numo Mykonos Boutique Re- RESORT You have extensive experience in collaborating with top in-
sort? Did the island hold any surprises that you didn't expect? ternational hotel groups, so what was it about your partner-
The island has always been a magnet for the interna- BASED ON THE ship with Numo and its people in Greece that moved you?
tional jet setter, who seeks to escape everyday life, re- QUIET LUXURY It is a great fortune and joy to collaborate with hospital-
lax, and get lost in the island’s idyllic landscapes, while ity groups that have a vision for what they do and how
simultaneously attending all the glamorous parties and PHILOSOPHY they promote Greek hospitality and design on an inter-
events. OF NUMO AND national scale. Numo is one of the first design-led hotel
Design-wise, the island’s traditional Cycladic architec- groups in Greece that has such a strong and ambitious
ture played a significant role in planning and shaping INSPIRED BY idea for the evolution of the country’s hospitality, and
the spaces. We maintain and celebrate the Cycladic THE ISLAND’S it was an honour for us to work with them on such a
character of the island, its arches, gentle curves, stone, unique project as Numo Mykonos Boutique Resort.
and fresh whitewashed walls. We continue the tradi- COSMOPOLITAN Complete the sentence: "I would return to Numo's Mykonos
tion of built-in seating in the common areas and built-in PAST. for...."
beds in the rooms, while introducing the gold of the sun, I would return to Numo's Mykonos to enjoy my drink by
the azure of the waters, and chic timeless details that Thanks to Ioanna Mitropoulou’s the small fire pit under the pool, listening to relaxing mu-
innovative mindset, every inch of
bring a touch of the French Riviera to the resort. Numo Mykonos, from its reception sic with the magnificent sunset of Kalafatis in the back-
What was your main inspiration for the person you imagined to its bedrooms, sings with chic ground, while classic black and white movies play on the
would choose the atmosphere that the rooms create, as well minimalism. wall nearby... I would return because Numo Mykonos is
as the common areas of Numo Mykonos that you designed? an ode to the island of Mykonos, a nostalgic journey into
Numo Mykonos is the ultimate chic cosmopolitan hide- the myth of the island. •
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