Orient Express La Minerva in Rome

Orient Express La Minerva in Rome has captured our imagination at Guidon Studio as a striking example of how design can elegantly bridge the past and present. This newly opened hotel, located in the iconic Piazza della Minerva, reimagines a 17th-century palace originally built for the Portuguese Fonseca family. Its proximity to the Pantheon sets the tone for a journey through timeless Roman heritage infused with contemporary sophistication.

The transformation, led by architect Hugo Toro, is nothing short of exceptional. Blending Art Deco influences with layered textures, curated artworks, and sculptural flourishes by Rinaldo Rinaldi, the interiors reflect a refined yet adventurous spirit. Toro’s approach to honoring the building’s noble origins while pushing the boundaries of modern luxury deeply resonates with our own design philosophy. At Guidon Studio, we believe that the best interiors are rooted in context, yet bold in expression—an ethos perfectly embodied in this project.

Orient Express La Minerva is more than a luxury hotel—it’s a living narrative of craftsmanship, culture, and design innovation. Its debut, along with the launch of the La Dolce Vita Orient Express train, signals a renaissance in high-end travel and hospitality. For those of us who work in luxury interior design, La Minerva stands as a powerful reminder of how spaces can evoke emotion, convey history, and spark inspiration.

We return from this visit filled with ideas, reinvigorated by the seamless fusion of elegance and imagination we witnessed in Rome. Stay connected as we continue exploring places that shape and elevate the way we design.

Warm Regards,

Guidon Studio