Publications

Timeless Portugal
October 20, 2022
BoutiqueHomes

Pascal Frey, recently visited Portugal and discovered the hidden nuances of the country's rich history, local producers, and contemporary cultural movements, changing his perspective on the timeless experiences of BoutiqueHomes. From the countryside of Alentejo to the well-known Algarve region, Pascal shares his journey, and what he discovered along the way, including visiting homes, castles, factories, and restaurants. He visited BoutiqueHomes in Faro, Sintra, Comporta, Albufeira, and Reguengos de Monsaraz, discovering architectural gems, private places to stay and creative retreat locations. Overall, Portugal has become one of the most visited countries in Europe, but there are still so many nuances to be discovered in every corner.

Design Hotels’ Nomadic Approach to Work at East Room
June 1, 2022
East Room Toronto

Pascal, Director of Business Innovation, highlights the benefits of co-working spaces and breaking down silo thinking to generate new ideas. He discusses Design Hotels' partnership with East Room in Toronto as a space to connect with the community, ideate, and be in the flow to move projects forward. Pascal emphasizes the significance of working alongside creatives from different disciplines to drive innovation and create something new. For him, the perfect workspace lies between a nomadic and corporate-style environment and integrates community, fluidity, and local integration. Pascal believes that travelers seek locations that offer personal development and transformation opportunities.