What does Leonard Lee, who has designed some of Asia Pacific's most elite hotels, look for when travelling?
Just this year, Leonard Lee was named Regional Managing Director and Regional Creative Officer, Asia Pacific, for global interior architectural firm Wilson Associates. With prestigious projects for elite clients such as Conrad, Ritz-Carlton and Shangri-La under his belt, Leonard is well-versed in the ever-changing needs and desires of travellers. But what does he look for when he’s jet-setting the globe?
From the ultimate honeymoon to what makes a great hotel, Leonard gets real with us in the interview below:
Last trip?
My most memorable recent trip was my honeymoon. We went to Seychelles first, and stayed at this amazing resort called North Island– it’s a private island with only seven large villas. The resort provides you with your own buggy so you’re free to explore the tropical wilderness of the island.
After that, we went to Ulusaba Rock Lodge, a private safari game reserve in South Africa. Being at one with nature, seeing the animals in their natural habitat and having all the food and drink we could want… it was an incredible setting to be in.
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Next trip?
Currently, I have nothing planned. Our office closes from Christmas to NYE, and we travel so much for work that sometimes I enjoy just staying put in Singapore for a while.