Melina Keays
Melina Keays is the entertaining director of Wallpaper*. She has been part of the brand since the magazine’s launch in 1996, and is responsible for entertaining content across the print and digital platforms, and for Wallpaper’s creative agency Bespoke. A native Londoner, Melina takes inspiration from the whole spectrum of art and design – including film, literature, and fashion. Her work for the brand involves curating content, writing, and creative direction – conceiving luxury interior landscapes with a focus on food, drinks, and entertaining in all its forms
Latest articles by Melina Keays
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Omakase-style dining and Kengo Kuma interiors come together at London's Endo at Rotunda
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Fab 40: Michelbergerhotel, Berlin
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Chef Ben Tish opens Sicilian restaurant Norma, by Rosendale Design
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The Arts Club joins forces with Lanserhof to reveal the world's first medical gym
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Fab 40: Crudo restaurant
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Fab 40: Bullerei Restaurant and Cafe, Hamburg
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Fab 40: Bar Volt
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Fab 40: Aquapetra Spa, Telese Terme
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Scotts Fish & Chips — Chengdu, China
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Taiwan's Kiki Restaurant Group debuts in Shanghai with design by Golucci Interior Architects
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Fergie’s Café is reborn as a cantilevered structure that frames stunning river and mountain views
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Child Studio layers London plant-based restaurant Humble Pizza in lashings of pink Formica
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The Collection pulls out all the stops for new 11-room hotel in Paris
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China's Sunyata Hotel Meili pays homage to the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi
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Gaucho Charlotte Street brand gets an update by DesignLSM
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Mezi Plůtky is a homey getaway within the Czech Republic’s Beskydy Mountains
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Two new whiskies join Royal Salute's 21 year old collection
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Cyprus' newest hotel Sir Paul reshapes two neoclassical houses
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Best Urban Hotels 2013: The shortlist
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Lisbon's hotel scene continues to blossom, thanks to these must-visit hotels
With a postcard-perfect panorama of cobbled streets, ancient ruins and yellow trams, its no wonder Lisbon is such a hot destination. And now with a burst of fresh hotels to match, checking in has never been so easy. Take a look at our pick of the best Lisbon hotels to check into right now.
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The 10 Istanbul hotels to check into now
Wedged between the European and Asian continents, Istanbul's advantageous position has created a distinct cultural blend that has influenced the city’s religion, language, arts, cuisine and architecture. While the best way to experience the city is to wander unscheduled between historical sights and local neighbourhoods, riding ferries, and admiring the magical minaret-etched skyline, it's always good to have a base. And with so many hotels popping up in this ever-popular city, here is a list of the best spots to check into.
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It's all about these 10 Sri Lankan hotels
With its endless beaches, rolling tea plantations, timeless ruins and welcoming people, Sri Lanka is a journey that will continue to shine long after you've left its shores. From a Geoffrey Bawa-inspired bolthole to a series of restored colonial-era tea planter bungalows, these 10 hotels are worth the trip alone.
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The ten Balearic hotels to check into for an idyllic island break
From the hedonistic vibes of Ibiza to the laid back chill of Mallorca, the Balearics present a full barometer of options for any type of jaunt to this idyllic corner of Spain. We round up the top ten hotels worth checking into this summer. Whether you prefer a party hub or a mellow retreat, each of these properties place the beauty of the Balearic landscape centre stage.
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The world’s best coffee shops for design lovers
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