The Studio
Studio des Iles is a forward-thinking Architecture & Interior Design agency based in Mauritius and North America. We bring a holistic approach and a fresh vision to Leisure, Hospitality and Luxury Living experiences through an alchemy of Architecture, Interior Design, Branding, Landscape, and Lighting. Our portfolio features award-winning resorts and innovative hospitality spaces across the Indian Ocean region.
Innovation and storytelling are at the heart of our work. Delivering unique concepts that disrupt and reshape the market. We are curious, passionate designers, who are ready to take on any challenge.
We are a group of award-winning architects and designers who have worked across the world. With over 20 years of experience working with the best visionaries in the industry, we have developed our network of collaborators and our expertise in crafting innovative ideas and making every detail happen.
Studio des Iles brings an immersive approach to every project, whether a resort, a building, or an interior.
Together, we create the Extraordinary.
We work with hoteliers, creative developers, and entrepreneurs who want to build something unique and make a difference.
We dream of compelling places that people want to be in. We believe in transformative experiences that will make them feel special.
Jean-Marc Tang
RIBA | ARB | BIID | PAC
Jean-Marc Tang grew up in a nostalgic era. Born in Port Louis, Mauritius, into a large multi-generational family. They lived in a historic Creole house, ‘La Cour’, which housed a series of interlocking buildings and rooms. This iconic building created a lasting impression on his passion for architecture and design.
This grand Creole house has influenced his sense of private and social spaces, which continues to imprint his work today. The transcendent quality of La Cour, the illuminative nature of the tropical sunlight, and the deep, dark shadows of cool, intimate spaces made him dream. Soon, his passion for architecture and the artistic narratives of local life won him the Mauritian Arts Laureate in 1989. He then followed his passion to the UK, to acquire his Degree and Diploma in Architecture.
I had the freedom to roam and explore, each room projected a different emotion.
There was a communal dimension, rooms that people would gather and share their lives, contrasting with the private world that gave serenity and a sense of liberty.
An international career
Upon graduating he joined Benoy UK, renowned for their award-winning work in retail and office development, and then onto New York City where he joined the Rockwell Group as a creative director and designer. Working for David Rockwell exposed him to inspiring hoteliers and restaurateurs. Here he led a wide range of international hospitality projects, from hotels, restaurants, spas, gyms, nightclubs, retail, and events. Jean-Marc was then recruited by the Virgin group, to lead the conceptual design of their latest venture, Virgin Hotels.
His growing reputation and natural talent in luxury hospitality design next drew the attention of Ian Schrager. As the guru of modern hotel design, Ian soon became his mentor. Jean-Marc spent the next 6 years refining his aesthetic and craft of luxury hotel design.
He led the development of the new Schrager – Marriot brand, The Edition, in Bodrum, Abu Dhabi, Singapore and the flagship in Times Square, New York. The Times Square Edition, opened in 2019, and was hailed as the next generation of modern luxury.
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