La Minerva / Orient Express

Hotel Minerva in Rome begins a new chapter under the creative direction of Hugo Toro. Located just steps from the Pantheon in the historic center, this 17th century building has been reinterpreted with an approach that combines its heritage with a contemporary and carefully considered vision.

In this project, Hugo Toro maintains a key idea of his work: creating spaces that convey emotion. Inspired by the history of the place, he proposes interiors where past and present interact naturally. Original traces are preserved, while light, materials, and lines bring a renewed sense of clarity. The hotel becomes a calm and welcoming space, designed to encourage rest and reflection.

His aesthetic draws on both Antiquity and a more contemporary sensibility. He uses warm tones, soft textures, and custom designed furniture created to integrate with the surroundings. Frescoes are preserved or reinterpreted, marble floors coexist with high quality fabrics, and there is a subtle influence inspired by the world of the Orient Express, adding a sense of timeless elegance.

More than a simple renovation, the project aims to recover the essence of the hotel while adapting it to a contemporary vision of hospitality. Hotel Minerva presents itself as a balanced space where history and modern design coexist naturally.