A Deep Dive into The Emory, London's First All-Suite Hotel and Design Collective
The Emory London debuts as the city’s first all-suite landmark, where the high-tech, glass-and-steel boldness of Richard Rogers meets a curated collective of interior mastery. Defined by its striking "Richard Rogers Pink" staircase, the hotel functions as a vertical gallery, with each floor uniquely dressed by global icons including André Fu, Pierre-Yves Rochon, Patricia Urquiola, Alexandra Champalimaud, and Rigby & Rigby.
By trading traditional opulence for deeply personalized curation, The Emory transforms the hotel experience into a stay within a meticulously crafted private residence. Complete with Rémi Tessier’s emotive wellness retreat, Surrenne, this address is the definitive artistic collaboration of the decade, a new blueprint for quiet luxury in the heart of Knightsbridge.
Forget traditional luxury; the true currency is curation. The Emory London, the 61-suite Knightsbridge debut, is the definitive statement of this shift.
This meticulously crafted destination sets the bold, architectural lines of Richard Rogers against the quiet, diverse luxury of five world-class interior visionaries. Each of the eight above-ground floors functions as a rotating gallery, designed by a different interior master to soften the building’s bold shell with unparalleled warmth and detail.
As London's first all-suite hotel, The Emory promises less a stay, and more a private residence, meticulously dressed by a collective of design titans. Prepare to witness the defining artistic collaboration of the decade.
The Boldness of Structure: A Rogers’ Masterpiece
The building’s striking, modern façade is the enduring legacy of the late Pritzker Prize winner, Richard Rogers (RSHP), whose vision championed expressive structural elements.
The architecture is most notably defined by large steel ‘sails’ supporting the structure, minimizing vibration from the nearby tube line. This daring expression culminates inside with the central steel staircase, draped in the signature ‘Richard Rogers Pink’—a visible, symbolic nod to the architect’s playful, high-tech language
The Emotional Retreat: Amenities by Rémi Tessier
Overseeing the public spaces and wellness areas is Paris-based Rémi Tessier, celebrated for his mastery of ultra-luxury interiors. At The Emory, Tessier designed the Surrenne wellness club, the rooftop lounge, and abc kitchens
Rooftop Bar & Cigar Lounge
Abc kitchens & Bar (Restaurant)
Surrenne Spa
Design Philosophy: Tessier avoids a "signature look," tailoring each project to perfectionist detail, with a focus on handcrafted quality and emotional in
Pierre-Yves Rochon: Timeless Residential Elegance
Known for defining timeless luxury, Pierre-Yves Rochon's design seeks to harmonize the modern architecture with classic interior luxury. His suites feel more like private residences than hotel rooms.
Palette: Warm and serene, focusing on soft ivory, warm beige, and deep caramel.
Materials: Rich layering of custom fabrics, hand-tufted rugs, and plush leather seating add tactile depth, designed to be subtle and timeless.
André Fu: The Artisan Apartment
Celebrated for his East-meets-West modernity, André Fu envisioned his suites as ‘Artisan Apartments’, prioritizing emotional comfort and a sense of calm. His signature approach emphasizes cultural blending and a strong sense of place.
Palette: Tonal and serene, featuring soft greys, warm taupe, sand, moss green, and charcoal, avoiding harsh contrasts.
Materials: Features include natural oak, pale ash wood, silk wall panels, honed limestone, and bronze mesh screens, creating matte, tactile, and acoustically soft surfaces
Alexandra Champalimaud: Refined Global Artistry
Alexandra Champalimaud’s work, renowned for its globally-inspired luxury, creates suites that combine refined materials and sculptural forms to feel like a calm, elegant private London residence.
Palette: Layered and understated, utilizing soft greys, muted olive, champagne, and rich wood tones, balanced with blackened bronze.
Materials: A strong focus on natural, honest materials like oak and walnut flooring (sometimes laid in herringbone), travertine stone, and silk-blend upholstery.
Patricia Urquiola: Sculptural Warmth
The innovative Patricia Urquiola brings a human-centered approach, reinterpreting the classic English character with modern European warmth. Her design focuses on fluid spatial flow, tactile materials, and sculptural furniture.
Palette: Comforting earth tones - terracotta, olive, and clay - are balanced with warm neutrals and accented by dusty blue.
Details: Custom-designed pieces include the cocooning Bio-mbo bed and the elegant Back-Wing chair, alongside cane-patterned wainscoting and vibrant textiles
Rigby & Rigby: The Penthouse Pinnacle
Rigby & Rigby is a London-based multidisciplinary design studio known for ultra-prime residential interiors, blending architectural precision with understated elegance. Their style is defined by calm minimalism, meticulous craftsmanship, and tailored luxury.
They are specialists in discreet, high-end private homes, and their Emory floor reflects that—interiors designed to feel like a perfectly balanced, modern London apartment. The 3,200 square-foot wrap around glass penthouse designed by Rigby & Rigby
