Apart from the breathtaking view, it is above all the signature of two women that defines the Küglerhof: Karoline Dilitz and her mother Edith have given the South Tyrolean boutique hotel a soul through their refined sensibility, personality, and charm.
In our conversation, Karoline reveals what defines the style of the house, what principles she inherited as the daughter of a former design shop owner, and which interior piece guests most often rave about.
Which adjectives would you use to describe the Küglerhof style?
Elegant, because the entire house radiates a very stylish and high-quality atmosphere.
Personal, because instead of a rather formal and anonymous hotel atmosphere, you immediately feel that the house has been designed with a lot of heart and individuality.
Modern, because the Küglerhof combines traditional elements with contemporary design. The design feels current, relaxed, and distinctive.
Where does the furniture in the Küglerhof come from?
Our furnishings have evolved over the years and reflect a personal mix. Some of the furniture still comes from the time when the house was built in the 1970s, complemented by carefully selected pieces, mostly discovered at Lebensraum in Lana or at trade fairs. They are not classic designer pieces, but rather objects that convinced us through their quality and appearance.
Is there an interior design principle from your childhood that you internalized as the daughter of a design shop owner?
What I probably took away most is that you have to find your own style – and not give it up for short-term trends. This sense of staying true to yourself still accompanies me today, both in interior design and in fashion.
What do you most often discuss with your mother when it comes to interior design?
We are actually in agreement surprisingly often. Sometimes one of us brings in an idea, sometimes the other and that’s how many things develop quite naturally through exchange. It’s less a matter of debating in the classic sense, and more of a shared process of further thinking and complementing each other.
Which design piece has been with you here for a long time, and which is your most recent addition?
Our most recent addition is the large sofa for the terrace, which we acquired last year. Much longer with us, however, is the old wooden table that serves as the reception desk. It is a piece with history and gives the entrance area a special warmth.
Which interior piece at the Küglerhof is often a frequent topic of conversation among guests?
The Filiph sofas in the bar area. They are not only comfortable but also stand out for their high-quality fabric, which feels particularly pleasant to the touch. Many guests enjoy lingering there for longer and in fact, it has happened more than once that someone liked the sofas so much that they ended up purchasing them for their own home.
Which piece of furniture here best embodies your home region of South Tyrol?
The old chests and farmhouse cupboards. These traditional pieces are typical of the region. Two of them still have their place in our house. They create a beautiful contrast to the rest of the interior while also bringing a sense of authenticity and regional identity into the space.
Design also extends into the olfactory: what does the Küglerhof smell like?
In the morning, as you enter, there is the scent of fresh coffee in the air, and on rainy days it blends with the smell of wood in the fireplace. Since our doors are usually open, there is often a sense of freshness: in spring it is light and clear, in summer it carries the scent of freshly cut grass. Each season brings its own atmosphere.
Where in the Küglerhof do you feel most at home, and why?
Actually at the bar—more precisely, at the small round table there. From there, you have a good view of the entire house while still being somewhat on your own. It’s a place full of memories, where we already liked to sit as children. In summer, we are also often drawn to the inner courtyard, enjoying an aperitif in the warm evening sun.
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photos: Gerd Eder
