DESIGN : GOLD KEY FINALISTS
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PARIS DESIGNER : Rockwell Group Europe , Madrid
HIGHLIGHT : A serpentine black resin bar anchors the room , resembling a molten sculpture , while furniture appears to be melted and transformed by the energy of “ The Spark ” design theme .
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THE ST . REGIS ASPEN RESORT ( NOT PICTURED )
ASPEN , COLORADO DESIGNER : Rottet Studio , Houston
HIGHLIGHT : Furniture is arranged to encourage guests to take refuge by the fi replace and nearby large windows to immerse themselves in the beauty of Aspen ’ s colors and seasons .
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VIRGIN ATLANTIC JFK CLUBHOUSE ( NOT PICTURED )
NEW YORK CITY DESIGNER : Slade Architecture , New York City
HIGHLIGHT : Distinct areas cater to different types of activities , with a cloud-shaped cocktail lounge enclosed by a curving “ wall ” of stainless-steel rods and walnut fi ns in the center of the space defi ning the various zones .
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THE ST . REGIS BAR , THE ST . REGIS BAL HARBOUR RESORT ( NOT PICTURED )
MIAMI BEACH , FLORIDA DESIGNER : Yabu Pushelberg , New York City
HIGHLIGHT : Accents of light purple and pale blue play throughout the space in addition to large-scale coral and shell installations to evoke the resort ’ s beachfront location . The mural “ Eyes of the Stars ” by Miami-based artist Santiago Rubino acts as a centerpiece .
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HYDERABAD , INDIA DESIGNER : HBA / Hirsch Bedner Associates , Atlanta
HIGHLIGHT : The 24 suites feature Indian motifs inspired by henna patters , while silk and vibrant colors add a sari-inspired element .
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C PRESIDENTIAL BUNGALOWS , THE BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL
BEVERLY HILLS , CALIFORNIA DESIGNER : Rottet Studio , Houston
HIGHLIGHT : Expansive glass walls and oversized sliding glass doors lead to each bungalow ’ s private pool and outdoor courtyard , while inside custom-designed furniture helps convey a style combining 1940s traditional elements with modern touches .
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PULLMAN LIJIANG RESORT & SPA ( NOT PICTURED )
LIJIANG , CHINA DESIGNER : CCD / Cheng Chung Design Ltd ., Hong Kong
HIGHLIGHT : Suites are designed to optimize views of Yulong Snow Mountain while the décor uses primarily soft and natural local materials to create an overall tone of graceful , warm gray .
Nicholas Dumont Eric Laignel Photography
40 HOTELS November 2012 www . hotelsmag . com