A Sensory Escape

Inspired by the Italo-Mediterranean architecture of a former mansion set deep within nature, Oscar Lucien Ono, founder of Maison Numéro 20, created a luxurious design where soft pastels, natural materials and artistic craftmanship take centre stage. Drawing inspiration from the fragrances of the South, the interior designer offers a sensory escape built around three themes: the floral scents of a summer garden; the warmth of a blazing sun; and the refreshing ocean spray. Designed as a small Provençal hamlet with blush-toned walls, Roman-tiled roofs and Burgundy stone floors, Villa Miraé in Antibes, France comprises thirty-five rooms, including eight suites with private terraces.

With a deep appreciation for craftmanship and exceptional artisanal skills, Ono has brought together talented artisans such as decorative painter Antonin Lamotte, and Friul Mosaic studio, which created the mosaic installation in the reception area. Infused with a sense of discreet luxury encouraging disconnection and escape, Villa Miraé embodies the timeless art of living spirit found along the mythical French Riviera – where time seems suspended in an eternal, sun-drenched seaside atmosphere. Each room has been decorated around three themes – the sea, the sun and the gardens being represented through three distinct colours: ochre, blue and green. Furniture and rugs by Maison Numéro 20 are complemented by accessories evocative of the South, such as bedside lamps and bespoke ceramic wall sconces.

The reception area, adorned with hanging canvases, evokes serenity and escape, exuding a soft, natural setting. A Lelièvre rug, woven Popus Editions armchairs, Nobilis-upholstered banquettes and bronze-and-linen lanterns have been crafted in Italy to a Maison Numéro 20 design which elevates the space with an understated elegance. Above the reception desk, a golden-hued ceiling evokes a sun-drenched sky, whilst a bespoke mosaic by Antonin Lamotte, produced by Friul Mosaic, graces the wall behind the counter. White rattan armchairs by Maison Numéro 20 and Murano glass lighting add a final touch of sophistication. 

The bar features a palette of nuanced blues. Golden-toned mosaics reflect the light of a setting sun, while a rug with undulating lines evokes the slow rhythm of the waves. The overall effect is enveloping and delicate – a calming journey between sea and sky. The Herbarium opens onto the interior courtyard and welcomes guests for breakfast in a peaceful garden-inspired ambiance. Large woven canvases embroidered with wild grass motifs, painted by Atonin Lamotte, adorn the walls like windows opening onto a soft, pearlescent green landscape. Ceramic wall sconces by Maison Paradis cast a warm, gentle glow, enhancing the natural poetry and understated elegance of the room. The patio is furnished with wrought-iron pieces from Tectona and shaded by olive trees, extending this place of serenity and refined greenery.

Photography by Alexandre Tabaste