, strict control and sensitivity to the surroundings. A great sense of innovation is necessary too, for items that reflect local culture can be given a refreshing twist to achieve spectacular results.

Take the Bulgari Resort in Bali for example. It is the most expensive resort in Bali and currently one of the most highly sought after places to be in at the moment. The resort d?cor includes chicken cages commonly found in traditional Balinese households

Works of art have always captured the imagination of mankind since days of old. From cave drawings in prehistoric days to classical paintings by the Masters, to commercial art widely available today, art has always served its purpose of enriching life and living.

Today, the definition of ‘art’ has certainly expanded considerably. They include paintings, photographic prints, antiques, sculptures, handicrafts, textiles, and more. Often carrying a certain theme, pieces of art have the unique ability of stirring emotional responses, inducing nostalgia, creating a specific feeling and even enhancing human interaction with a space. That is also perhaps one reason why artworks are now not confined within the four walls of museums, but are now making a strong presence in commercial spaces such as shopping malls, hospitals and even in hotel rooms in luxurious hotels and resorts.

Artworks can be used in hospitality projects to great effect as pieces of art can work together with furniture styles, colour schemes, interior concepts and different materials to inject a unique personality and identity into the resort or hotel. The right piece of artwork can heighten the awareness of the environment almost instantaneously. For instance, when the Intercontinental Resort Bali was revamping their executive wing, they had a rich array of customised artworks, which included paintings, sculptures on pedestals, framed batik and ceremonial baskets. The end result is a relaxing scene reminiscent of villages by the sea—bringing about an immediate sense of serenity.

However, what works for one place may not be suitable to be carried over wholesale to another place. The concept varies widely for different interior settings. Putting together the right artworks for a space demands a high level of creativity, a clever eye, a witty touch, strict control and sensitivity to the surroundings. A great sense of innovation is necessary too, for items that reflect local culture can be given a refreshing twist to achieve spectacular results.

Take the Bulgari Resort in Bali for example. It is the most expensive resort in Bali and currently one of the most highly sought after places to be in at the moment. The resort d?cor includes chicken cages commonly found in traditional Balinese households a

theme, pieces of art have the unique ability of stirring emotional responses, inducing nostalgia, creating a specific feeling and even enhancing human interaction with a space. That is also perhaps one reason why artworks are now not confined within the four walls of museums, but are now making a strong presence in commercial spaces such as shopping malls, hospitals and even in hotel rooms in luxurious hotels and resorts.

Artworks can be used in hospitality projects to great effect as pieces of art can work together with furniture styles, colour schemes, interior concepts and different materials to inject a unique personality and identity into the resort or hotel. The right piece of artwork can heighten the awareness of the environment almost instantaneously. For instance, when the Intercontinental Resort Bali was revamping their executive wing, they had a rich array of customised artworks, which included paintings, sculptures on pedestals, framed batik and ceremonial baskets. The end result is a relaxing scene reminiscent of villages by the sea—bringing about an immediate sense of serenity.

However, what works for one place may not be suitable to be carried over wholesale to another place. The concept varies widely for different interior settings. Putting together the right artworks for a space demands a high level of creativity, a clever eye, a witty touch, strict control and sensitivity to the surroundings. A great sense of innovation is necessary too, for items that reflect local culture can be given a refreshing twist to achieve spectacular results.

Take the Bulgari Resort in Bali for example. It is the most expensive resort in Bali and currently one of the most highly sought after places to be in at the moment. The resort d?cor includes chicken cages commonly found in traditional Balinese households

ity projects to great effect as pieces of art can work together with furniture styles, colour schemes, interior concepts and different materials to inject a unique personality and identity into the resort or hotel. The right piece of artwork can heighten the awareness of the environment almost instantaneously. For instance, when the Intercontinental Resort Bali was revamping their executive wing, they had a rich array of customised artworks, which included paintings, sculptures on pedestals, framed batik and ceremonial baskets. The end result is a relaxing scene reminiscent of villages by the sea—bringing about an immediate sense of serenity.

However, what works for one place may not be suitable to be carried over wholesale to another place. The concept varies widely for different interior settings. Putting together the right artworks for a space demands a high level of creativity, a clever eye, a witty touch, strict control and sensitivity to the surroundings. A great sense of innovation is necessary too, for items that reflect local culture can be given a refreshing twist to achieve spectacular results.

Take the Bulgari Resort in Bali for example. It is the most expensive resort in Bali and currently one of the most highly sought after places to be in at the moment. The resort d?cor includes chicken cages commonly found in traditional Balinese households

ntings, sculptures on pedestals, framed batik and ceremonial baskets. The end result is a relaxing scene reminiscent of villages by the sea—bringing about an immediate sense of serenity.

However, what works for one place may not be suitable to be carried over wholesale to another place. The concept varies widely for different interior settings. Putting together the right artworks for a space demands a high level of creativity, a clever eye, a witty touch, strict control and sensitivity to the surroundings. A great sense of innovation is necessary too, for items that reflect local culture can be given a refreshing twist to achieve spectacular results.

Take the Bulgari Resort in Bali for example. It is the most expensive resort in Bali and currently one of the most highly sought after places to be in at the moment. The resort d?cor includes chicken cages commonly found in traditional Balinese households

, strict control and sensitivity to the surroundings. A great sense of innovation is necessary too, for items that reflect local culture can be given a refreshing twist to achieve spectacular results.

Take the Bulgari Resort in Bali for example. It is the most expensive resort in Bali and currently one of the most highly sought after places to be in at the moment. The resort d?cor includes chicken cages commonly found in traditional Balinese households are re-interpreted and converted to become a part of the landscape lighting. Using metal, the form of the cages is retained and together with a resin lampshade, illuminating the gardens with a gentle glow.

The process of selecting the right pieces of artwork is a rigorous one. Everything has to be carefully thought through. Whether it is a piece of framed art or a sculpture, every little detail makes a difference: What frame would set off the artwork best? What is the ideal position? What is the correct size? Does it match the furniture? Does the colour scheme bring out sufficient contrast and yet come together as a whole? What is the best way of presenting the piece of art? When using works from different painters, do the styles complement each other?

But if you are stumped on where to start picking the right pieces for your space, specialist suppliers are on hand to help architects and interior designers produce customised works of art that are fully aligned with the particular hotel or resort’s theme by commissioning artists. In their search for materials and craftsmen, specialist suppliers for hospitality projects will usually have built up an extensive network with accomplished artists. And as they are well-acquainted with these artists’ individual styles and ways of expression, they would be able to recommend the right artist to create the desired effect for the project.

Just like when the Intercontinental Resort Bali was redecorating their spa; they hired a specialist supplier to commission an art piece for spa, made of carved wooden blocks of different sizes and thickness that are put together to form a visually stunning floral motif on the wall. Using quality local teak wood, expert Balinese carvers took days to put them together lovingly. The outcome is a modernised take of the ancient art of wood