The goal for the interiors was not only to create a space which celebrates a richness of layers , details and textures but it had to be functional and transition from a light-filled cosmopolitan character , ideal for day time meetings , into a night time venue where lighting settings would shift the spaces into a more moody atmosphere .
Not only was it important that the aesthetics play a role in this 168-bedroom hotel but there was a synergy required where technology , sustainability and design met to create an unforgettable guest experience - an authentic ‘ home-away-from-home ’. There is a cohesive base colour pallet threaded throughout the hotel but each space received its own narrative through colour , materiality , lighting , furniture , art and object .
Local Talent Local talent is showcased throughout the public areas . It was important to the designer to assemble furniture manufacturers , industrial designers , shopfitters , artists and ceramicists to create pieces that echoed through all the areas and tied back to the core of the concept . All this intertwined with a hint of an art-deco feel that would keep the hotel ’ s look current for years to come .
Reception Areas The reception space is warm and inviting with a custom chandelier , an emerald tiled wall feature and panelled ceilings above as main features . The wall feature consists of individually
hand cast triangular concrete tiles in front of a beaded wallpaper .
An artist was commissioned to create three beautiful custom artworks behind the reception which depicts the building ’ s coordinates , name and the physical address as abstracts , again highlighting the importance of contextual design . The local art theme continues through to the
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