Home Plate Update June 2017 | Page 9

for the Arlington Entertainment District that is highlighted by their commitment to quality of design and architecture,” said Jonathan Tisch, chairman and CEO of Loews Hotels & Co. “This partnership allows us the opportunity to bring Loews Hotels back to Texas after a more than 20-year hiatus and presents what we plan is the first of several new hotels under the Live! by Loews partner brand.” The Cordish Companies’ Live! brand, one of the premier entertainment brands in the country, welcomes more than 50 million annual visitors to its Live! districts. Together, these two powerhouses will provide a one- of-a-kind upscale destination for the City of Arlington and the Dallas-Fort Worth area. “An upscale hotel in the Entertainment District has long been a dream for Arlington and we couldn’t be more excited to see that dream become a reality with the addition of a Loews branded hotel,” Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams said. “With this announcement, we have just combined three world- class businesses with a world-class destination. This is a home run for Arlington and its residents and visitors.” Designed by HKS Architects, the 14-story tall contemporary glass tower will feature 302 luxury guestrooms, including 26 suites, with floor-to-ceiling glass windows that show off incredible, expansive views of the Entertainment District from each room. The iconic tower will feature several unique resort- style spaces and amenities for guests to enjoy both day and night, including an event lawn, an outdoor infinity edge pool, a rooftop terrace private event space, a Grand Event Center, a Grand Ballroom, an executive boardroom and a signature restaurant. “An upscale hotel in the Entertainment District has long been a dream for Arlington and we couldn’t be more excited to see that dream become a reality with the addition of a Loews branded hotel.” — Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams 9