Casa Paradisu

Christophe Pillet designed this modern boutique hotel near L'Île-Rousse, and the restraint shows: white walls, natural tones, floor-to-ceiling glass, every room with its own terrace facing either the Mediterranean gardens or the sea. Two heated infinity pools anchor the outdoor space, with a bar and seasonal restaurant alongside. It's the kind of place that makes minimalism feel like an indulgence rather than an excuse to skip the furniture.

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