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FOUR SEASONS RESORT MARRAKECH
DESIGN : FOUR SEASONS RESORT MARRAKECH

FOUR SEASONS RESORT MARRAKECH

CONSTRUCTION START : 2007
OPENING DATE : June 16 , 2011
GUESTROOMS : 141 , including 27 suites
SITE : 40 acres ( 16 hectares ) in the central part of Marrakech , across from the Menara Gardens and within a short walk of the Medina and the city ’ s souks
GENERAL MANAGER : Jean Claude Wietzel
OWNER : Kingdom Holding Co ., Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
INVESTMENT : Approximately € 16 million ( US $ 20.7 million )
ARCHITECTS : Hill Glazier Architects , Palo Alto , California ( original concept ); Didier Lefort Architectes , Boulogne-Billancourt , France
INTERIOR DESIGN : GA Design International , London
DESIGN AESTHETIC : A calming oasis inspired by the nearby Medina amid one of the world ’ s busiest , most diverse cities
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1 . The Bleu d ’ Orange pavilion , located in the heart of the resort , features striking light pendants showcasing the handiwork of local master craftsmen .
2 . Guestrooms are pared down in their design to contribute to a relaxed ambience . The emphasis is on natural light , and each room has a balcony or terrace boasting views of the surrounding resort , Atlas Mountains or Menara Gardens .
3 . The resort boasts two pools , including one for adults only .
4 . Like the entire resort , the spa was designed with a light Moroccan touch featuring Moroccan tile work , light-colored mosaic and Moroccan stucco .
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