White Out: an atmospheric condition consisting of loss of visibility and sense of distance and direction due to a uniform whiteness of a heavy cloud cover and snow-covered ground, which reflects almost all the light it receives. ( I would add... thereby resulting in a depressed state of mental functioning and utter despair with suicidal and/or alcoholic tendencies.) Perhaps a bit of overkill, but if you live anywhere in the country you're probably experiencing some kind of inclement weather. So, what does the world need now--besides love, sweet love? Hope. Yes, the idea that eventually this chilly madness will end and we will once again bask in the glory of the sun. And what light might we find at the end of this tunnel? Hotel Co(o)rniche-Arcachon, a respite from the bleakness of the winter we have endured.
Several years ago I visited Arcachon, a charming seaside town overlooking the Atlantic. This was long before Hotel Coorniche reopened its doors after having been redecorated by none other than Philippe Starck, designer of the sleek and chic and hip arbiter of all matters ultra-modern.

Love the pink accents...



You don't have to leave the room if you don't want.


But you will... 

Infinity has a nice ring to it...

Drinks on the terrace...

Or perhaps a bite of fresh seafood...
Maisons Cote Sud
You're feeling better already, right? Now put down that martini glass. There's still hope in one of twelve rooms.