Assouline Boutique Opens Next to BAUERs Hotel in Venice, Italy

The store is decorated in beautiful original wallpaper and decorative, exposed ceiling beams. Additions of Assouline-designed walnut bookcases and wall shelves, antique vintage table, and specially designed light fixtures make the store extremely chic and the books all glow very evenly.

At this opening Assouline and Ms. Bortolotto Possati welcome author Arrigo Cipriani with a special book signing of his book “Simply Italian”.

Renowned for its highly original graphic concept, Assouline creates the most sophisticated books in the world. The spirit and savoir-faire of the company have contributed to the creation of a unique and eclectic, chic and elegant brand that is immediately identifiable. Assouline has published over 1,200 titles across international markets on subjects including fashion, art, architecture and design, gastronomy, photography, travel, and lifestyle. The brand will be celebrating its 20-year anniversary at the end of the year. Assouline boutique locations include Paris, London, New York City, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Istanbul, Lima, Seoul and Kuwait City.

The BAUERs is a privately owned group of hotels, one of the few in the world, that since 1880 has been a desirable destination in Venice, receiving political dignitaries, royalty, world celebrities, and those who appreciate elegance.

Owner and CEO of the BAUERs is Francesca Bortolotto Possati, a philanthropist and visionary who has taken a leading role in reviving the culture and vitality of Venice. Francesca has been an admirer of the collection of books that Assouline has published over the years and felt that this champion of luxury lifestyle would be a perfect fit at the BAUERs.

The BAUERs' group is comprised of four properties, each with its unique ambience and charm. Two are located close to San Marco: the first one is L'Hotel Bauer, a luxury 5 star hotel, characterized by Art Deco style with a touch of contemporary; the second is Bauer Il Palazzo, an exclusive XVII Venetian palace facing the Grand Canal. The other two properties are located on Giudecca Island, which include: Bauer Il Palladio Hotel & Spa, a restored 16th century convent built by the famous architect Andrea Palladio. The newest property of the BAUERs is Villa F, a Renaissance villa that was restored and divided in to 11 independent apartments. Villa F has been for centuries home of noble Venetian families and, starting from the beginning of the 1900, a retreat for artists, actors and intellectual figures of the time.

For more information, please visit https://www.assouline.com.