creative direction & photography CYNTHIA NGUYEN in collaboration with LA DIVINE COMÉDIE OVERVIEW La Divine Comédie is a stunning, historic Provence mansion located in the heart of old Avignon— a quaint city in the south of France known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The guesthouse has become a favourite among travellers seeking a unique, intimate, and art retreat-like…
creative direction, photography & editing CYNTHIA NGUYEN OVERVIEW Across the river, set in old town Alfama, Santa Clara 1728 is the ideal retreat to relax and escape into the beautiful world of Silent Living— illustrated with soft minimalism, contemporary details, and wholesome intentions. This property does not present itself as just any hotel, far from commercial, but instead a peaceful home where you are…
creative direction & photography CYNTHIA NGUYEN in collaboration with THE DUNSTANE HOUSES OVERVIEW The Dunstane Houses is a family-run five star boutique hotel property: set in two restored heritage Victorian townhouses, the Dunstane House and the Hampton House, with 35 rooms between them— featuring English interior, history and the classiest bars that provide Scottish treats, such as whiskies to wet…
creative direction, photography & editing CYNTHIA NGUYEN OVERVIEW Casa dell’Arte Club House is a family-run hybrid rental property: a home, a hotel and an art gallery— featuring beautiful Portuguese interior, history and contemporary art. Within the centre of old town Alfama, this property that holds an elegant persona lives to offer the most authentic Portuguese experience and stay. The building…
creative direction, photography & editing CYNTHIA NGUYEN in collaboration with OUR PLACE Celebrating one of the biggest days in the Lunar calendar… I’m delighted to share with you a personal recipe from the family archive for Lunar New Year— Bún Chả Giò Thịt Nướng, a beautiful and fresh Southern Vietnamese dish that has been passed down from my mother. Made…
creative direction & photography CYNTHIA NGUYEN pictured above CADETTE JEWELRY necklace OVERVIEW During this delicate time, I want nothing more than to be able to connect with each and every one of you to ensure that you’re doing well and have something in place, to get you through these ambiguous days. While spending a great deal of time trying…
