DESIGN
In the 143 guest rooms , the main design feature is stenciled graffiti featuring traditionally dressed characters doing non-traditional activities . Rahul Shankhwalker of Studio HBA says the hotel is “ unequivocally Bangalorean .”
thinks differently and seeks novel , local and real experiences , and values memories over physical objects ,” he says .
Bangalore is home to more than a million IT specialists , so the business case for this property in this cosmopolitan city is compelling even before factoring in the international traveler . Location is key to the brand identity of a Hyatt Centric hotel , Mohan explains .
“ A trip to Bangalore city would never be complete without a visit to MG Road , whether for business or leisure ,” he says . “ Being housed in the most premiere commercial and social address , ‘ MG Road ,’ the brand and the hotel were a perfect match . The address and location became the forerunners for the business case .”
The style of the property taps into the current trend for social space . According to Mohan , “ With the advent of the ‘ millennial traveler ,’ the
lines between work and play have blurred . Technology platforms available today allow us to keep in touch , both socially and professionally . The Hyatt Centric brand with its relaxed yet efficient service philosophy and shared creative spaces encourages and synergizes this concept of work and play .”
Shankhwalker gives an example : “ We wanted to create a sense of community in the lobby based around the concept of the Tea Khade , a communal tea drinking spot on Indian streets , including Bangalore . It ’ s almost everywhere you go , and is also a place to meet people and socialize . We wanted the lobby to have a similar feeling of inclusiveness .”
RAMPING UP The property has made a good start in its new incarnation but does not yet have comparative data . “ The hotel rebranded recently and is currently
Guest rooms features stenciled art and local details .
Guest bathroom tiles are inspired by city surroundings .
38 hotelsmag . com October 2018