DESIGN : GOLD KEY FINALISTS
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A TRUMP INTERNATIONAL HOTEL & TOWER TORONTO
TORONTO DESIGNER : II by IV Design , Toronto
HIGHLIGHT : Designed as a stately refuge from the city ’ s downtown , the lobby showcases Italian antiqued mirror inset in a ceiling to open up the space with refl ecting light , while granite fl ooring in a custom pattern — along with macassar ebony paneling on the desks — contribute a high sheen .
David Whittaker
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B CHONGQING MOUNTAIN & CITY
CHONGQING , CHINA DESIGNER : One Plus Partnership Limited , Hong Kong
HIGHLIGHT : Similar to the surrounding geographic area , the lobby features mountains and valleys in the form of triangular planes and oblique line sets in different tones of gray .
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W PARIS – OPÉRA ( NOT PICTURED )
PARIS DESIGNER : Rockwell Group Europe , Madrid
HIGHLIGHT : The design theme throughout the hotel is “ The Spark ,” embodied by a backlit , digital undulating wall that is more fast-paced and colorful in the reception area , with features designed to appear as if melted or electrifi ed by The Spark .
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THE ST . REGIS ASPEN RESORT ( NOT PICTURED )
ASPEN , COLORADO DESIGNER : Rottet Studio , Houston
HIGHLIGHT : The large , open reception area features mountain views and a subtle mix of winter grays and warm summer tones in line with the goal of creating a design that encourages guests to engage with the natural environment .
Michael Weber
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C HOTEL BEL-AIR
LOS ANGELES DESIGNER : Champalimaud , New York City
HIGHLIGHT : An eclectic selection of furnishings and colors combine with marble fl oors and natural wood ceilings to create residential-style guestrooms that are contemporary and comfortable .
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