Perched upon the Portofino hillside, Splendido - A Belmond Hotel, basking in Ligurian light and steeped in the cultural prominence of the Cinque Terre region, is a jewel of luxury tranquillity.

The property is as charming in its interior as its exterior: the sun-drenched walls of Portofino and the hues of the Mediterranean are harnessed to accentuate the fine details and textures within the hotel. Within these spaces, the art collection, curated by Artiq, evolves alongside the hotel's phased program of interior design changes, led by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio.

Installed across the reimagined guest suites, the art collection is curated as a group exhibition, showcasing an ensemble of artists creating bespoke works for the brand. At the core of the curatorial process is a desire for authenticity, something we strongly believe strengthens the value and impact of art within hotels.

This requires our team to delve deeply into narratives of cultural and local significance, developing knowledge of local artists and creating a platform to showcase their talent.

One such artist is Marco Ferri, whose work is pictured above. For the viewing pleasure of Splendido's guests, Marco is creating a series of bespoke pieces that combine sculptural movement and texture with a borrowed colour palette from Portofino's splendid vistas.

Collectively, the Splendido art collection tells the story of the property, the local creative community, and the uniqueness of the landscape, all while capturing the essence of Belmond's legacy.

Photography courtesy of Mattia Aquilla