meet me in st. moritz | NOMAD

There are art and design fairs and then there is NOMAD. A boutique alternative to spawling exhibitions, the travelling showcase stands apart not just for its striking locations and exclusivity, but for the level of curation and the opportunities to make meaningful connections within a global community. It’s the place to be for those that are serious about contemporary art and collectible, cutting edge design. The ninth Swiss edition took place in St Moritz last week, taking over Villa Beaulieu, a building that was formerly a home and then a clinic, and benefits from panoramic views of the snow-covered Engadin Valley. St Moritz has become a flagship destination for NOMAD, and this was the second fair held at the villa, but the property has been completely renovated since the showcase was last there a year ago. While the venue is capacious, the experience feels incredibly intimate and immersive, with each exhibitor creating an enclosed and highly individual space. Forget fairs with endless rows of stands; here, walking into an installation feels like entering a private art gallery, boutique or very chic home. Scale is important to Co-founder and Director Nicolas Bellavance-Lecompte. There is a maximum of three fairs a year,... Read more » The post meet me in st. moritz | NOMAD appeared first on Schön! Magazine.