Visionary architect Kengo Kuma has redefined Parisian hospitality with the debut of 1 Hotel Paris, a lush eco-conscious sanctuary immersed in greenery.
Nestled in the vibrant Rive Gauche district along the River Seine, this innovative property captivates with its living façade—a tapestry of cascading plants and timber slats. The hotel stands as a beacon of sustainable architecture, offering a restorative green haven within the city’s cultural heart.
The building’s striking silhouette features asymmetrical wooden elements, artfully arranged to create a soft, organic outline that blurs the boundaries between urban design and the natural world.
Kengo Kuma & Associates describe their approach as sculpting a structure shaped by the forces of nature, with abundant daylight streaming through the dynamic exterior to illuminate the thoroughfares below.
Warm wood tones harmonize with reflective metal panels, delivering a play of light and shadow that evolves throughout the day. This interplay enhances the hotel’s connection to its environment and brings a sense of serenity to every space.
Nature is omnipresent across the hotel’s interiors, where expansive open-plan areas and floor-to-ceiling windows draw in sunlight and verdant vistas, blending cutting-edge design with biophilic principles.
Evoking the tranquility of a woodland retreat, 1 Hotel Paris invites guests to immerse themselves in nature without leaving the city. Minimalist guest rooms—many featuring private balconies—overlook a meticulously landscaped courtyard, while the rooftop garden offers a lush urban sanctuary with mature trees and flourishing plant life.
Since opening in 2022, the hotel has become a hub of wellness and creativity, boasting a state-of-the-art fitness center, flexible business lounges, a vibrant youth hostel, a performance-driven bar and restaurant, and thoughtfully designed co-working spaces—all curated for the modern luxury traveler.
