Debuting this summer, Francis's new design for the iconic Hotel La Palma is a "love letter to Capri." It was truly love at first sight for Francis when he first visited the island in his early twenties and the new design for the hotel has been inspired by the island itself, the Amalfi coast, and the location's heyday of 1950s ‘La Dolce Vita’

Hotel La Palma was in fact Capri’s first hotel, originally built in 1822. Francis has designed the elegant 50-room-and-suite property commissioning acclaimed Italian craftsmen and local artisans with frescos by Roberto Ruspoli, in-room artworks by Luisa Lambri, handmade rattan furniture by Bonacina and custom bathroom fittings by Stella.

Keeping the space open and light in both architecture and colour palette, the overall design of the hotel incorporates splashes of Mediterranean blue, green and turquoise, which dance around the hotel interior's calm and natural aesthetic, and allow textures to come to the fore. From the foyer to the lounge bar Francis has imbued the hotel with his signature look, with bespoke upholstery and lighting. The indoor bar & restaurant, pool terrace & bar, and rooftop lounge & restaurant, all carry the unmistakable Francis Sultana signature aesthetic, while always nodding to the creativity of the Italian artisans that have contributed to creating this new landmark hotel.

Each of the 50 rooms and suites has been designed to be an inviting home away from home. Exquisite craftsmanship, luxurious materials and utmost attention to detail create rooms that are tranquil, tactile, and ultimately, welcoming. Perpetuating the neutral colour palette, Sultana allows the materials to speak for themselves. All rooms lead into marble and bronze-lined bathrooms in a style that has become synonymous with the Francis Sultana aesthetic.