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Is this London’s most unique new hotel suite?

Luxury
Sasha Wood
13 February 2024

Iconic Mayfair hotel The Connaught has unveiled a new one-of-a-kind artisanal suite designed by renowned interiors expert Guy Oliver in collaboration with some of the finest heritage craftsman from across the Middle East and Asia.

The King's Lodge at The Connaught

Craftspeople from across Afghanistan, India and Syria have created pieces for the suite

The new King’s Lodge suite showcases the highest level of craftsmanship from a dedicated team of master artisans commissioned to create every element of the suite by charity Turquoise Mountain, which supports heritage crafts in countries including Afghanistan, India and Jordan.

Their pieces for the suite include intricate architectural woodwork made in Jordan by Syrian carpenters; handwoven carpets and miniature paintings from Afghanistan; fabrics from Myanmar; and carved marble panels and mirrored glass insets from India.