Design : LiLLa RobeRts
Suites at Lilla Roberts show off whimsical and luxurious use of fabric , as well as inviting lighting . ( All photos courtesy Studio Tomi Parkkonen Oy )
history , but instead the goal was to establish a fresh , cozy , luxurious feel with a hint of Art Deco thrown in ,” Puro adds . “ You can see and feel the history , but for the customer the overall feeling is modern and the animal motifs and surprising details in the lobby are meant to amuse and infuse fun .”
Director of Operations Roni Saari ’ s favorite space is the Art Deco lobby with a bold black-and-white checked floor . “ Also the old windows and high ceilings in some of the rooms are interesting details that have been beautifully restored and show that the building is old and has a fascinating history ,” he adds .
In addition to unique guestrooms , with plans that all had to be drawn separately , the hotel also features modern conference facilities , as well as a charming courtyard , an outdoor terrace and a spa .
The bar , Lilla E ., breaks traditional boundaries making cocktails with more of a gastronomic touch . The Krog Roba restaurant , run by Karri Knaapila together with Benjamin Frostell and Teemu Laurell , focuses strongly on a Nordic identity , which naturally means large amounts of seafood , but also newer culinary trends from Iceland and Denmark .
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The Krog Roba dining room uses bold colors and dramatic , if not whimsical , light fixtures .