Desert Island Desks: Constantina Tsoutsikou, Studio LOST

LOST is London-based design practice that focuses on luxury hospitality, resorts and boutique residential projects worldwide. Founder & Creative Director Constantina’s approach is rooted in the principle that the journey informs the destination, that good design means pushing boundaries and that collaboration is central to success. Having recently completed two resorts in Crete, Greece, LOST is now active in Italy, Russia and the Middle East.

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Aesop Lightweight Facial Hydrating Serum and Aesop Fabulous Face Oil

I have been using Aesop for the best part of 20 years, so I can’t imagine being anywhere without these two products especially.

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A cashmere jumper

Cashmere allows your body to breathe, so it is perfect for travelling. Talking from experience, even in warm climates there comes a time when you’ll need that extra layer and cashmere is soft and cosy. Mention a desert island and a tropical image springs to mind, but what if it’s somewhere in the North Atlantic?! Better to be safe.

Pen and paper

I draw, doodle or make notes all the time. I think as I draw and vice versa, so a little pack of pens – preferably fine point – and a Smythson’s Panama notebook would definitely come with me, just so I can operate.

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L:A  BRUKET hand cream

For a little pampering, even when stranded.

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Candle Sconce Solen by Svenskt Tenn

Candles make me feel at home, wherever I am, and this one is beautifully crafted in the form of a sun. I just love it.

Green tea mochi cakes

This is something of an obsession that I share with my daughters these days. We can never have enough mochi.