Hotel Plaza Athénée NY completes multi-million dollar renovation

NEW YORK, NY – The Hôtel Plaza Athénée, New York, an independent luxury boutique hotel renowned for its sophisticated elegance and impeccable personalized service, announces the completion of a multi-million dollar refurbishment project. The renovation includes new décor for the majority of the guestrooms and all suites, the re-design and enlargement of bathrooms, the addition of four premier luxury suites, a new lobby… Continue »

Koi Las Vegas

Koi Las Vegas Commercial from david lee on Vimeo. commercial produced by David C Lee, collaboration with Solid LA photography by David C Lee Koi Las Vegas inside Planet Hollywood Hotel Continue »

The Hôtel Plaza Athénée Love Story

Baccarat New York

Living Baccarat style is like the awakening of the senses or being an accomplice to objects that have a true spirit. A Baccarat piece is much more than just an object: it secures a rare emotion and crystallizes a sensation of happiness and an awareness of perfection! Light is both mysterious and fascinating when it scintillates… Continue »

Wall and Water Restaurant – NYC

NEW YORK (January 12, 2010) – Andaz Wall Street announced today that Wall & Water – an uncomplicated, unpretentious and stylish drinking and dining establishment located in the heart of New York’s financial district – will open February 1, 2010. Wall & Water proudly features market-to-table comfort food, sourced from local Hudson Valley farms and markets, in a simple and… Continue »

Destination Luxury Design House – Los Angeles

see the Destination Luxury design house for the first time! Continue »

The Shoreham NYC

Though this boutique hotel is located in the heart of mid-town, it brings a sleek downtown contemporary vibe to the Manhattan scene. In the main lobby, you will see black and white fashion photographs from another era that hang on the walls. One of the images has 5 models posing seductively in a tiled shower–all the photographs add to the… Continue »

Azul – Miami

photography by David Christopher Lee Chef Clay Conley is at the helm of Azul. His diverse cuisine is a blend of Mediterranean flavors with Asian influences. The rising star chef honed his culinary reputation at Todd English’s acclaimed Olives restaurant, where he served as executive chef and culinary director. At the focus of Azul, a magnificent white marble open kitchen and raw… Continue »

Exclusive interview with Lee Daniels

interviewed by David Christopher Lee at the Montage Hotel, Beverly Hills Lee Daniels’s PRECIOUS: BASED ON THE NOVEL “PUSH” BY SAPPHIRE is a vibrant, honest and resoundingly hopeful film about the human capacity to grow and overcome. We were honored to interview the Oscar nominated director Lee Daniels at the beautiful Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills. He reflects on his award… Continue »

Megu Tribeca

A Megu dining experience is fresh, powerful and captivating. Inspiration flows throughout the dimly lit space as you see an interior filled with fantastic scenery. When you enter the restaurant, you see a wall of backlit columns that resemble stacked chess pieces. The colors red and white mimic the Japanese flag. As you stroll through the hallway of bright light,… Continue »

The Andaz Hotel – Wall Street, NY

The Andaz 75 Wall Street New York, NY 10005 (212) 590-1234 NEW YORK (January 11, 2010) – Andaz Wall Street, the only hotel situated on Wall Street, will set a new tone of style and optimism in Lower Manhattan when it officially opens on February 1, 2010. Andaz, Hyatt’s newest brand, is devoted to providing simplified, spot-on service and indulgent amenities for its guests…. Continue »

Spice Market

photography & video by David Christopher Lee Spice Market 403 West 13th Street New York, NY 10014 (212) 675-2322 A timeless paean to Southeast Asian sensuality, Spice Market lights up Manhattan’s Meatpacking District with Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s piquant elevations of the region’s street cuisine served in a casual, sexy atmosphere. Spice Market’s menu authentically uplifts its inspirations while offering guests the additional delight of family style dining… Continue »

ilili

Ilili is a festive loungy venue with high ceilings, beautiful people and a stunning contemporary design. When walk down Fifth Ave, the space is so narrow that you can easily pass it. Look for the long narrow hallway with high ceilings, mirrored panels and a grid-like wooden structure–then you will find ilili. Don’t let the narrow facade deceive… Continue »

Matsugen

This gorgeous Japanese restaurant celebrates the art of sophistication in its cuisine and interior design. Located in the heart of Tribeca , the interior is uber chic with high ceilings, fine lines and intimate mood lighting. The main focal point of the restaurant is magnificent wooden dining table that sits in the center of the room. Patrons feast on signature… Continue »

Avec – Chicago

In the heart of the West Loop lies a long rectangular box known as the restaurant Avec. This seemingly sci-fi ultramodern design is truly one of the most captivating spaces in Chicago. When temperatures in the Windy City drop below zero, there is nothing like sitting in the warm environment of Avec. The interior is comparable to a futuristic log… Continue »

Essencia – Oriental Prague

At Essensia, luxury service, beauty and an Asian ambiance surround you. The main dining room has a south east Asian design that alludes to restaurants you see in Thailand and Indonesia. A long narrow minimalist wooden table lays in the center of the main dining room. The main dining room Birds of paradise and traditional southeast Asian statues sit in the middle… Continue »

Villa Richter

After feasting your eyes on Prague castle, step through a quaint archway and enter the exclusive villa richter. As you admire the enchanting view of the city lights of Prague, you will see a fresh vineyard of newly sprouted grapes. Historically, wine was grown in the area and villa richter has recently brought back that tradition. photography by David C Lee Dine with a… Continue »

The Green Tea House – Beijing

The Green Tea House is best known for its Chinese minimalist design. As you enter through a grand plain black door, you walk into a place that is magical and filled with character. This isn’t your typical tea house, but it is an art gallery. Exhibitions featuring China’s greatest artists are put on display and changed every couple of… Continue »

Hotel Me and Nikki Beach – Cabo

The Me Hotel is located in the heart of Cabo San Lucas on the beautiful Playa el Medano. Upon entering this luxury resort, you are transported to a tri-level mecca of bliss. The heart of Hotel Me lies in the lagoon of the restaurant Nikki Beach. photography and article by David C Lee Two gorgeous pools are surrounded by Bali… Continue »

Plunge @ the Gansevoort South – Miami

18 stories above the ocean, this adult-only tropical playground features a 110-foot long swimming pool on a 26,000 sq ft palm-tree fringed Brazilian Ipe deck, poolside lounges and cabanas and awe inspiring views. The rooftop is frequented by Elite Miami Sophisticates and is regularly featured on Miami Social. Sit back, relax and sip on a mojito and bring back your… Continue »

Kittichai – New York

Early in 2004, Robin Leigh and partners Michael Callahan, Jean-Marc Homard and Huy Chi Le (each already known for such landmark establishments as Indochine, BondSt) joined forces to bring to New York a world-class culinary paean to Thai cuisine. Designed to serve the guest population of the hotel as well as daily rhythms of broader downtown diners, Kittichai benefits from… Continue »

Meat Market – Miami

photography by David Christopher Lee Located on trendy Lincoln Road, Meat Market brings a New York Cosmopolitan flare to the streets of South Beach. A sexier, more glamorous take on the traditional steak house, Meat Market is a dynamic offering of what’s great now; reflecting cuts of meat, delicate seafood and produce available and offered on a daily, weekly or… Continue »

Lavo – Las Vegas

Fantastic describes the mysterious yet decadent restaurant known as Lavo. Located in the Palazzo, Lavo brings an innovative club-like experience to the fine dining mystique. Modeled after a Mediterranean bathhouse, the interior is eclectic and combines morrocan and contemporary elements. Though the majority of the cuisine is Italian, there are hints of Asian and Indian accents. The space is divided between a… Continue »

Bond St

Bond St has been one of Manhattan’s longest lasting restaurants that has been around for 10 years. It has managed to remain at the top of the elite New York culinary scene. The food is fresh and the crowd is drop dead gorgeous. It’s almost as if you have to be a model to step foot inside… Continue »

Pearl Ultralounge – Honolulu

Located in the heart of the Ala Moana Center, Pearl Ultralounge is Hawaii’s premiere luxury lounge experience. Pearl Ultralounge offers fresh signature cocktails, delectable cuisine, live music, dancing & happy hour daily. Pearl Ultralounge is a classy restaurant by night and a hip nightclub at night. The interior is modern, chic and sophisticated. A large chandelier hangs from the tented ceiling on one… Continue »

Radost FX

photography & article by David C Lee Bohemian chic is the only way to describe the exclusive hangout known as Radost FX. This place has been a Czech favorite for over 20 years and keeps it’s reputation for good reason. Though the venue is hidden behind a rundown 70s complex, stepping foot into the space transports you to one of the most… Continue »

Hotel Josef

Hotel Josef lies in the center of one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Prague. While Prague is known for its medieval and Disneyland-esque architecture, Hotel Josef features an ultra-modern mystique that makes you feel like you have entered the future. photography and article by David C Lee Renown Czech Designer Eva Jiricna brings a light airy atmosphere to the main… Continue »

Hotel Affinia

Stay magnificently at Chicago’s new urban escape. The Affinia Chicago, located just steps from the famed Magnificent Mile, has recently completed an exciting multimillion-dollar renovation! Not one corner, wall or fixture of the hotel has been left untouched in order to create a hip, yet comfortable environment decked with eclectic décor and custom furnishings featuring unexpected colors and textures. Set in the… Continue »

SLS Hotel

The sight of any of the rooms at the SLS Hotel is breathtaking. The hotel was designed by famed designer Phillipe Stark and has a style that is grand, romantic, eclectic and amazing all at the same time. The interior reminds us of something that we would see in Beijing because of its worldly nature. It is like entering a wonderland where there is no concept of time or reality. Continue »

The Whampoa Club – Beijing

photos by David C Lee The Whampoa Club is one of Beijing’s hottest restaurants. It was designed by the famed Neri & Hu Design and Research Office. The entry to the restaurant is impressive as you feast your eyes on a hundred hanging bird cages. The main dining room is underground with a glass ceiling. Lunch at… Continue »

China Grill Chicago

The China Grill Chicago façade is just as immense and grand as their food. The 30 foot tall open glass window is inviting and the perfect spot for people watching. As you sit in the main bar, you will see people walk in front of you from all over the world. The magnificent skyscraper view is a sight for the… Continue »

MK

Mk is located in an open airy 2-story loft in the River North District. The space was once a 1920s paint factory but now it is home to one of the best fine dining restaurant in Chicago. Conde Nast Traveler included MK in its “50 Hottest Restaurants in the World” list. Continue »

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