觀光旅遊專題研究 │ 西班牙-Hotel Kimpton Los Monteros 金普頓洛斯蒙特羅斯飯店

EL EQUIPO CREATIVO, the award-winning interior architecture studio, has once again brought its signature design to Kimpton Hotels—this time leading the redesign of all public spaces at the newly renovated Kimpton Los Monteros Hotel in Marbella, following their successful work on Spain’s first Kimpton Hotel in Barcelona. Their approach for the project is deeply inspired by Marbella’s rich landscape and cultural heritage, aiming to capture its essence through a contemporary yet locally rooted aesthetic.

The project draws inspiration from Andalusia’s rich landscape and artistic heritage, celebrating its vibrant greenery, Mediterranean light, and the enduring interplay of colour and pattern. Marbella’s distinctive scenery—often evoked in Andalusian poetry—serves as a guiding thread, with an emphasis on weaving lush vegetation and natural elements throughout the space. The design captures the greens of the landscape, the blues of the sea and sky, and the warmth of golden sunlight, creating a dynamic yet harmonious environment. Additionally, the works of Picasso, born in Málaga, and other Spanish artists influence the project, particularly in the use of curves, colour contrasts, and ceramic craftsmanship with a bold, modern twist.

While drawing from Mediterranean tradition, the design also incorporates a ’70s-inspired touch that reflects the building’s original architecture from that era. This influence is evident in the use of geometric patterns, built-in niches, and light-filtering elements.
Upon entering the lobby and lounge areas, guests are welcomed by a warm and inviting ambience with a white Mediterranean background, wooden elements, and colourful furnishings inspired by the 70s. Hand-painted murals inspired by Picasso add an artistic touch, evoking the home of an art enthusiast.

This philosophy extends into the lounges and library, where an eclectic, artsy, and warm environment is achieved through crafted objects, bold carpets, and wooden sliding elements that allow for flexible privacy levels to the central patio and adjacent spaces.

The existing Andalusian patio, one of the hotel’s original and essential elements, is enhanced with more lush vegetation, simplified architectural features, a Mediterranean material palette, and a central sculptural water element that becomes the focal point.

Azul Bar has been a Marbella icon since 1962. The updated design embraces a ‘blue’ theme, featuring a striking central bar crafted with 3D ceramic elements. Large hand-painted murals—where shades of blue take centre stage and Picasso-inspired feminine forms come to life—add a creative touch to various seating areas, transforming them into intimate, artful corners full of character. The space effortlessly balances elegance and ease, creating a seamless day-to-night atmosphere that feels both vibrant and refined.

The pool area is reimagined with a topography-inspired design, where a warm white backdrop enhances the refreshing natural turquoise tones of the water. Multi-level platforms blend in organically, creating a vibrant and colourful atmosphere with a vintage, chic vibe that invites relaxation. Nestled on one of these platforms, the Costa Club Pool Bar stands out with its terracotta tiles and latticework. A wooden pergola filters the light, casting playful shadows that evoke the essence of an authentic Mediterranean retreat.

Jara Restaurant reinterprets traditional Mediterranean cuisine in a space that feels like dining in a garden. A white backdrop contrasts with green ceramic tiles and plants. Near the kitchen and buffet, and enhancing the space’s local character, tiles shift to traditional Andalusian patterns with blues and yellow hues. A carefully curated layout fosters cosy dining experiences. Angled walls create intimate corners while breaking uniformity. Large openings in these walls enhance fluidity and depth, maintaining an open yet inviting atmosphere.

Escondido is a bold and glamorous rooftop bar designed with slightly stepped platforms that create distinct zones for an elevated experience. The upper level hosts a chic rooftop bar infused with a ’70s twist—bold geometric patterns, terracotta hues, set the tone for a stylish escape. Descending to the lower level, a panoramic pool, framed by retro tile motifs, stretches toward the splendid Mediterranean views. During the day, the space offers a casual, laid-back vibe; by night, it transforms into a sophisticated, elevated experience. In summary, a mix of retro glamour, unexpected details, and sunset aesthetics, this rooftop is a bold reimagination of classic ’70s Mediterranean chic.

In conclusion, the design of all public spaces maintains a balance between preserving the building’s original architectural qualities and infusing it with a fresh, contemporary identity that remains deeply connected to the Mediterranean spirit. By seamlessly combining tradition with modern flair, the vision of EL EQUIPO CREATIVO for Kimpton Los Monteros celebrates Marbella’s artistic and architectural heritage while offering guests a refined yet welcoming experience.

屢獲殊榮的室內建築設計工作室 EL EQUIPO CREATIVO 再度攜手金普頓酒店集團，繼成功打造西班牙首間金普頓酒店——巴塞隆納金普頓酒店後，此次負責全面重新設計全新翻修的金普頓洛斯蒙特羅斯飯店（Kimpton Los Monteros Hotel）所有公共空間。設計團隊以馬貝拉豐富的自然景觀與深厚的文化底蘊為靈感，透過兼具當代美學與在地特色的設計語彙，重新詮釋這座地中海濱海城市的獨特魅力。

整體設計從安達盧西亞豐富的自然景觀與藝術遺產中汲取養分，以盎然綠意、地中海陽光，以及色彩與圖騰交織的文化意象為核心，形塑充滿生命力的空間氛圍。馬貝拉詩意盎然的自然景致成為貫穿全案的重要主軸，大量植栽與自然元素巧妙融入室內，將翠綠山林、湛藍海天與金色暖陽轉化為空間色彩，營造兼具活力與和諧的度假氛圍。同時，出生於馬拉加的畢卡索及多位西班牙藝術家的創作精神，也透過流暢曲線、鮮明色彩對比與富有現代感的陶瓷工藝融入設計之中，展現濃厚的藝術底蘊。

設計融合地中海傳統風格與 1970 年代的設計語彙，呼應建築原有的時代背景，並透過幾何圖案、嵌入式壁龕及光影過濾元素，塑造具有層次感的空間體驗。步入大廳與迎賓休息區，以純白為基調的地中海風格搭配溫潤木質材質，以及色彩鮮明、充滿復古韻味的家具，營造溫暖且自在的迎賓氛圍。取材自畢卡索作品的手繪壁畫點綴其中，使整體空間宛如一位藝術收藏家的私人居所，散發親切而富有品味的氣息。

相同的設計概念亦延伸至休息室與圖書館。設計團隊運用精緻工藝家具、大膽圖騰地毯及可滑動的木質隔屏，打造兼具藝術性與舒適感的空間，並可依需求靈活調整中央庭院與周邊區域的開放程度，兼顧交流互動與隱私需求。

飯店原有的安達盧西亞庭院作為最具代表性的空間之一，在此次改造中獲得全新演繹。更加茂盛的綠植、簡潔純粹的建築線條，以及富有地中海特色的天然材質，共同襯托中央雕塑水景，使其成為庭院的視覺焦點，也進一步強化空間與自然的連結。

自 1962 年以來，Azul Bar 一直是馬貝拉最具代表性的社交場所之一。此次更新以「藍色」作為設計主題，中央吧檯採用立體陶瓷構件打造鮮明焦點，大型藍色調手繪壁畫描繪具有畢卡索風格的女性形象，為各個用餐區增添濃厚藝術氛圍，塑造兼具私密性與個性的社交空間。整體設計巧妙平衡優雅與舒適，使酒吧從白晝至夜晚皆展現充滿活力且精緻迷人的氛圍。

泳池區則以地中海地形景觀為發想重新規劃，溫潤的白色基調襯托湛藍池水，多層次平台順應地勢自然延展，營造充滿節奏感與色彩層次的休憩環境，展現兼具復古風情與現代時尚的度假氣息。位於平台上的 Costa Club 泳池酒吧，以赤陶地磚、格柵元素及木質涼棚為特色，經由光線穿透所形成的光影變化，進一步烘托悠閒而純粹的地中海度假氛圍。

Jara 餐廳則以花園般的用餐環境重新演繹地中海料理。純白空間搭配綠色磁磚與大量植栽，營造清新自然的視覺感受；廚房與自助餐區則運用藍、黃配色的安達盧西亞傳統圖騰磁磚，彰顯濃厚的地域文化特色。傾斜牆面打破空間的規律性，創造更具私密感的用餐角落，大面積開口則串聯各區域視線，提升空間的流動性與層次，使整體環境兼具開放感與溫馨氛圍。

屋頂酒吧 Escondido 以大膽鮮明的設計語彙打造獨具特色的高空休憩空間。微幅錯層的平台劃分出不同功能區域，上層設置融合 1970 年代復古美學的酒吧，以幾何圖騰與赤陶色調營造時尚氛圍；下層則配置全景泳池，周圍鋪設復古圖案磁磚，將壯麗的地中海景觀盡收眼底。白天展現悠閒自在的度假情調，夜晚則轉化為精緻優雅的社交場域，透過復古設計、細膩工藝與迷人的夕陽景致，共同演繹經典地中海風格的嶄新風貌。

整體而言，所有公共空間皆在保留建築原有特色的基礎上，注入清新現代的設計語彙，並緊密呼應地中海文化精神。EL EQUIPO CREATIVO 透過融合歷史、藝術與當代設計，成功將傳統與現代美學巧妙結合，不僅展現馬貝拉深厚的文化與建築底蘊，也為旅客打造兼具藝術品味、舒適感與在地特色的沉浸式度假體驗。